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Discipline of Government and International Relations Collective Book Launch

Discipline of Government and International Relations Collective Book Launch

2 September 2026 | Public Talk or Lecture, Launch

Please join us for a triptych book launch showcasing the latest works by academic staff from the Discipline of Government and International Relations (GIR), School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Sydney. Battling the Board: Shareholder Activism,...

The Comfort Dogs of Uganda: Free Screening + Q&A

The Comfort Dogs of Uganda: Free Screening + Q&A

31 August 2026 | Film Screening, Panel Discussion, Q&A

In collaboration with the Global Security & Politics Collective and the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, Murdoch University invites students, staff, and members of the public to a free screening of The Comfort Dogs of Uganda. About the Film: The...

Australian Journal of Political Science – 60th Anniversary Symposium

Australian Journal of Political Science – 60th Anniversary Symposium

18 August 2026 | Symposium

For six decades, AJPS has published the research that has shaped how we understand Australian and international politics. To mark the journal’s 60th anniversary, we are bringing together editors, authors, international experts, and readers — past and present — for a...

Monash University 2026 School of Social Sciences Graduate Student Research Symposium

Monash University 2026 School of Social Sciences Graduate Student Research Symposium

11 August 2026 | Symposium

The theme for Monash University's 2026 School of Social Sciences Graduate Student Research Symposium is Challenges of the Age: Climate Change, Geopolitical Security, Thriving Communities. As stated in Monash's Strategic Plan, Impact 2030, we must continue to seek ways...

E.L ‘Ted’ Wheelwright Memorial Lecture: Climates of Uncertainty

E.L ‘Ted’ Wheelwright Memorial Lecture: Climates of Uncertainty

30 July 2026 | Public Talk or Lecture

Description The annual E.L. ‘Ted’ Wheelwright Memorial Lecture is held to commemorate the pioneering role that Ted Wheelwright played in developing studies in Political Economy in Australia. This year it will take centre stage in the program of the 2026 Social...

The Great Debate: Australian Politics is Alive and Well

The Great Debate: Australian Politics is Alive and Well

17 July 2026 | Debate, Featured Event

The Great Debate is back for its fourth big year! Join us for an evening of compelling debate as six of Australia's premier academics argue for and against the state of Australian politics. Arguing for the affirmative are: Professor Anika Gauja, Pro-Vice Chancellor,...

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