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LGBTQIA+ History Walk

USC Year 10 Society and Culture students were treated to stories around the history of gay liberation and struggle around Adelaide, and through The University of Adelaide in particular. The walk was conducted by prominent historian Will Sergeant.

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Hallett Cove Geological Excursion

USC Stage 1 Earth and Environmental Science students recently explored the geological wonders of Hallett Cove, South Australia—an incredible site spanning over 600 million years of Earth's history.

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29th National Schools Constitutional Convention

University Senior College Year 12 student, Archie Grant participated in the 29th National Schools Constitutional Convention (NSCC).

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Budget Breakfast with the School of Economics and Public Policy

On Wednesday 15 May University Senior College, Economics Teachers Michael Jacobsen and Chiao Wang attended a the Budget Breakfast hosted by University of Adelaide School of Economics and Public Policy (SEPP).

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10

Jul

Reserve Bank of Australia Presentation

Reserve Bank of Australia Economic Analysis Department Senior representatives Jonathan Kemp (Adelaide Office) and Marion Kohler (Sydney Office) gave a presentation to approximately 150 Year 12 Economics students and teachers from 12 South Australian schools about the functions and roles of the RBA and presented a summary of the key points of the recent May 2024 RBA Statement of Monetary Policy. Following the presentation there was a great Q&A session where students could ask their questions and receive answers from highly qualifies and experienced RBA Economists. The event was held in the Scott Theatre of The University of Adelaide.

08

Jul

James Webb Space Telescope

Professor Gavin Rowell from The University of Adelaide provided firsthand insights on James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to the University Senior College students. 

05

Jul

USCOSA Mentoring Session

USC Old Scholars returned for a mentoring session for Year 11 students to offer their insights on the topic ‘Planning for major assessments and Semester Exams’. Our students value enormously listening to the wisdom our Old Scholars share with them about what they learned from their USC experience and then transitioning into university life. Each year we have approximately thirty Old Scholars who return to be involved in Mentoring sessions throughout the year.

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