2023

06 June 2023

Celebrating 70 years of cinema: the Sydney Film Festival’s enduring legacy

In its 70th year in 2023, the Sydney Film Festival reflects on its remarkable journey, and it may come as a surprise to many that its origins can be traced back to the University of Sydney.

30 May 2023

Why study political economy at Sydney

Explore the dynamics of contemporary capitalism and gain the necessary skills to effect change in a complex world.

30 May 2023

Myanmar peace advocate to receive Gold Medal for Human Rights

Aung Myo Min, Union Minister for Human Rights in the cabinet of the National Unity Government of Myanmar, will receive the Sydney Peace Foundation’s Gold Medal for Human Rights on Friday, June 2.

30 May 2023

Facebook fitness and Insta-vitamins

A new study led by researchers from the University of Sydney has found young women's engagement with social media plays a major role in shaping how they think - and act - in relation to their health.

26 May 2023

Exploring the world of film with Margaret Pomeranz

Join Brighton Grace, a second-year Film and English student at the University, as he reflects on his experience participating in a masterclass led by renowned film critic Margaret Pomeranz and how it has shaped his understanding of the film industry.

23 May 2023

Playable sculpture brings community together

Dr Sanne Mestrom from the Sydney College of the Arts has created a sculpture that invites the community to gather and connect at the site of a traditional gathering place. Commissioned by the City of Geelong, The Secret reflects Dr Mestrom's aim to use art as a bridge between the built and natural environments and as means to create a place of refuge and play.

22 May 2023

The gaming audience is queerer than ever

Dr Xavier Ho, a Junior Visiting Fellow in the University of Sydney's inaugural Hunt-Simes Institute in Sexuality Studies, explores the steadily growing global market for queer games.

18 May 2023

Sydney Con unveils busts of women composers to inspire students

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music has unveiled busts of three composers and musicians in its library to inspire students, as part of its ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

15 May 2023

No, music doesn't cause crime - not even drill rap

Academics argue the NSW Police has spent a disproportionate amount of taxpayer money pursuing, disrupting and generally harassing drill musicians under the premise that their lyrics incite violence or help recruit gang members.

11 May 2023

Eurovision 2023: What Australian viewers can expect

Researchers from the Computational Social Science Lab at University of Sydney have conducted a Hackathon bringing together 20 Eurovision experts to analyse how fans across the world are engaging on social media for Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool.