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UWA recognised for gender diversity and equity in STEMM
21 February 2020
The University of Western Australia is one of 11 organisations to be awarded an internationally recognised Athena SWAN Bronze Award last night for its commitment to gender diversity in the STEMM subjects of science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine.
UWA scientists part of a new Perth space agency
18 February 2020
The University of Western Australia is part of a new consortium that will position Perth as a global centre for remote operations in space, where universities and industry will collaborate on space exploration projects such as NASA's Lunar Gateway.
Women invited to share their experience surrounding abortion
11 February 2020
Women who have experienced an abortion are invited to take part in a study into the post-abortion experience.
Kimberley rock art figures dated at 12,000 years
07 February 2020
Archaeologists at UWA are part of a national team of researchers that has been able to more accurately date a significant number of the Kimberley’s most remarkable ancient rock art to more than 10,000 years ago.
Survival of Australian species hinges on working together
30 January 2020
When faced with unfavourable environmental conditions, rodent species are likely to form social groups and work cooperatively, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Western Australia.
UWA congratulates staff and graduates honoured on Australia Day
28 January 2020
The University of Western Australia is celebrating the achievements of staff and graduates honoured in the Australian of the Year 2020 awards and in the Australia Day Honours List.
Community
UWA is engaged with our local and international communities through education, research, vibrant events and cultural activities.
Accounting degree gives students a head start
21 February 2020
Students enrolled in the Master of Professional Accounting at The University of Western Australia will now be able to complete the professional requirements of the Charted Accountants (CA) qualification as part of their degree, in a move that will set students apart in the job market.
Engineering scholarship recipient sails off to Germany
20 February 2020
An engineering graduate from The University of Western Australia who is passionate about marine engineering is heading to Bremen, Germany, after being offered an opportunity to work with shipbuilding company Lürssen.
Hackett scholarships help students access tertiary education
17 February 2020
The University of Western Australia has welcomed more than 200 students through its new Hackett Scholarship program, which provides financial support to students from regional and metropolitan areas to ease the transition to university.
In memory of Aboriginal trailblazer Irwin Lewis
14 February 2020
The University of Western Australia has paid tribute to Irwin Lewis, the first Aboriginal student to attend UWA, who passed away on January 28 at the age of 80.
Perth Festival lights up for 2020
07 February 2020
Perth Festival's epic summer celebration of people and place bursts into brilliant life this weekend to welcome everyone to share another fantastic February full of promise and wonder.
Statement from the Vice Chancellor - Travel restrictions to mainland China
02 February 2020
On February 1 the Australian Government announced that foreign citizens’ travelling from China would be unable to enter Australia. This means that non-Australian citizens, residents, and their dependents are prevented from entering Australia from mainland China.
Indigenous commitment
The University of Western Australia acknowledges that its campus is situated on Noongar land, and that Noongar people remain the spiritual and cultural custodians of their land, and continue to practise their values, languages, beliefs and knowledge.