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Event
Being Human 2026: Illuminate your humanityThe Faculty of Arts invites you to explore humanities research at the 2026 Being Human Festival. Immerse yourself in a pop-up art community from the 1940s, come along to a masterclass in HOPE, find out if a prison can inspire poetry or experience multicultural Melbourne. 5-14 November.
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Event
AI in focus as global humanities leaders meet in MelbourneHumanities leaders from six continents will converge on the University for the Global Humanities Alliance annual general meeting on 26–30 October. A keynote panel addressing the impacts and opportunities of AI for people and societies around the world will open the program.
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News
University appoints new ProvostThe University has appointed Professor Ashley Blom from the University of Manchester as its new Provost, commencing in March 2027. As the University’s new Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Professor Blom will report directly to the Vice-Chancellor and oversee the University’s faculties.
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Announcement
Eight University academics elected to the Academy of the Social SciencesThe Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia has announced eight University academics as Fellows for their 2026 intake. Fellowship to the Academy represents one of the highest honours in the field of social sciences.
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Survey
Melbourne Assembly surveyMelbourne Assembly is exploring big ideas shaping the future of the city. Share what matters most to you about Melbourne’s future.