The Office of Engagement leads and manages UniSC’s community-focused commitment to working with and for our diverse communities to advance the social, economic, and environmental wellbeing of its regions and beyond.
This is achieved by connecting and collaborating with the University’s many stakeholders through three focus areas that enable UniSC to both serve and be informed through its non-exclusive outreach activities:
- Service and access
- Industry and partners
- Research and innovation
Continuing Education
The Office of Engagement is committed to partnering with the community through continuing education opportunities across a broad range of topics. We offer short course options to advance your knowledge and skills. For more information contact the Office of Engagement.
Collaborations and Memberships
UniSC is committed to actively participating in and influencing social, environmental and economic development policies, and connecting with thought leaders across the globe in industry, government and education. The University engages with national and international organisations through institutional membership of networks and forums dedicated to research, public discussion and collaboration.
- Engagement Australia
- Regional Universities Network (RUN)
- Scholars at Risk (SAR)
- Talloires Network
- Universities Australia (UA)
Our commitment to productive community partnerships includes the Innovation Centre, UniSC Clinics, our sporting facilities, Advancement Office, Library and Art Gallery.
For more information, contact the Office of Engagement.
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Community engagement stories
Hot crocs: Keeping cool getting harder in a warming world
13 FebThe average body temperature of saltwater crocodiles throughout Far North Queensland has risen steadily over the past 15 years, with the peaks aligning with heatwaves during El Niño events, co-writes UniSC animal ecologist Dr Ross Dwyer for The Conversation.
Safety at risk as people cling to five comforting AI myths
12 FebDisregard for AI safety concerns among governments and the public rests on a handful of comforting myths about AI that are no longer true – if they ever were, says UniSC Professor Paul Salmon
Sexual assault sentencing doesn't meet community expectations: UniSC research
11 FebQueensland’s rape and sexual assault sentencing practices do not align with community expectations nor address the needs of victim-survivors, according to a report informed by University of the Sunshine Coast research.