# Education Focussed Events
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**Parent**: https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events
- Mon 27 Oct 2025
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9:30am - 12:30pm (Plus networking lunch)
### [ESD EF CoP: AdvanceHE ESD Curriculum Design Toolkit Workshop](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/esd-cop-week)
Hosted by UNSW EF ESD CoP, this 3-hour interactive workshop introduces UNSW educators to the Advance HE ESD Curriculum Design Toolkit. Plus, discover more ESD related events happening throughout the week.
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[Societal Impact](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/societal-impact)
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- Tue 16 Sept & Thu 18 Sept
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Various - check the registration links below
### [HERDSA 2026: UNSW Abstract Information Sessions](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/herdsa-2026-unsw-abstract-information-sessions)
Whether you're a newcomer or looking to enhance your abstract writing skills, join us in these sessions where you'll learn practical tips and guidance to help you submit a compelling HERDSA conference abstract.
*lens*[HERDSA](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/herdsa)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Scholarship of Teaching of Learning events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/scholarship-teaching-learning-events)
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- Mon 8 - Fri 12 September 2025
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Times vary
### [EF Visiting Teaching Fellowship (ADA): Exploring Virtual Production and Real-Time Animation with Paul Van Opdenbosch](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/ef-visiting-teaching-fellowship-events-ada-2025-paul-van-opdenbosch)
UNSW welcomes Paul Van Opdenbosch (QUT Lecturer in Animation & Virtual Production) as a 2025 EF Visiting Teaching Fellow.
*lens*[UNSW EF Visiting Teaching Fellowships](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/unsw-ef-visiting-teaching-fellowships)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
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- Thu 10 April 2025
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4 - 5pm
### [Stories at Work - A conversation with Inge Brokerhof](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/stories-work-conversation-inge-brokerhof)
Inge Brokerhof will reflect on stories at work: how are stories and management studies intertwined?
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
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- Thu 20 March
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12:30-2pm
### [Integrating sustainability into education: Insights from a global leader](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/integrating-sustainability-education-insights-global-leader)
Join us for the first Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) EF Community of Practice event of 2025!
*lens*[Public event](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/public-event)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[Societal Impact](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/societal-impact)
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- Wed 22 Jan 2025
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1:00-1:30pm
### [HERDSA 2025: UNSW Abstract Information Sessions](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/herdsa-abstract-information)
Whether you're a newcomer or looking to enhance your abstract writing skills, join us in this session where you'll learn practical tips and guidance to help you submit a compelling HERDSA conference abstract.
*lens*[HERDSA](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/herdsa)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Scholarship of Teaching of Learning events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/scholarship-teaching-learning-events)
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- Thu 12 Sep 2024
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12.30pm - 2pm
### [Understanding and managing students’ expectations in the transition from school to university](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/understanding-and-managing-students-expectations-transition-school-university)
Explore how first-year students' expectations align with the reality of university life and its impact on their academic journey at UNSW.
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Lunch and Learn](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/lunch-and-learn)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
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- Tue 18 June 2024
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1:30 - 2:30pm
### [Rootedness & Belonging: a practice perspective on accompanying subjects and citizens in transitional contexts](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/rootedness-and-belonging-world-citizen-cop)
Join Director of UNSW's Institute of Global Development, A/Prof. George Varughese, who will discuss 'Rootedness & Belonging: a practice perspective on accompanying subjects and citizens in transitional contexts.’
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Internal UNSW event](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/internal-unsw-event)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
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- 23-27 May 2024
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Times vary
### [EF Visiting Teaching Fellowship Events (Business)](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/ef-visiting-teaching-fellowship-events-business)
Join Prof Alexandra Niessen-Ruenzi of the University of Mannheim, Germany for a series of EF Visiting Teaching Fellowship events during her visit from 20 May to 01 June 2024. Prof Niessen-Ruenzi is hosted by EF academic, Dr Natalie Oh of
*lens*[UNSW EF Visiting Teaching Fellowships](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/unsw-ef-visiting-teaching-fellowships)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[WIL & Industry Relevance](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/wil-industry-relevance)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
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- Thu 23 May 2024
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12.30pm - 2pm
### [From Barriers to Bridges: Empowering gender equity in academics to better prepare students for employability](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/barriers-bridges-empowering-gender-equity-academics-better-prepare-students-employability)
Empowering gender equity in academia, Prof. Niessen-Ruenzi & Dr Natalie Oh address bias and female leadership, enhancing student employability at UNSW.
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Lunch and Learn](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/lunch-and-learn)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[UNSW EF Visiting Teaching Fellowships](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/unsw-ef-visiting-teaching-fellowships)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
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- Wed 27 March to Wed 3 April
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Times vary
### [EF Visiting Teaching Fellowship Events (Engineering)](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/ef-visiting-teaching-fellowship-events-engineering)
Join Associate Professor Irina Lazar from UCL for a series of EF Visiting Teaching Fellowship events during her visit from 25 Mar to 05 April 2024. A/Prof Lazar is hosted by EF academic, Dr Irene Renaud-Assemat from the UNSW Faculty of Engine
*lens*[UNSW EF Visiting Teaching Fellowships](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/unsw-ef-visiting-teaching-fellowships)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
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- Thu 30 Nov 2023
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12.30pm - 2pm
### [Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: How to showcase your good practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/equity-diversity-and-inclusion-how-showcase-your-good-practice)
Join us in the TED EF CoP Lunch and Learn hybrid workshop and discover how to effectively highlight your inclusive practices and promote equity and diversity in higher education using good case studies. \
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Lunch and Learn](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/lunch-and-learn)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
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- Monday 22 January 2024
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11-11:30am
### [HERDSA 2024: Crafting & Refining a conference abstract](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/herdsa-2024-crafting-refining-conference-abstract)
Whether you're a newcomer or looking to enhance your abstract writing skills, join us in this session where you'll learn practical tips and guidance to help you submit a compelling HERDSA conference abstract.
*lens*[HERDSA](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/herdsa)
*lens*[Internal UNSW event](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/internal-unsw-event)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
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- Thu 12 October 2023
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12.30pm - 2pm
### [Disconnecting to reconnect: a mid-term recharge for educators](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/disconnecting-reconnect-mid-term-recharge-educators)
Join us for a DOLI EF CoP Lunch and Learn session at UNSW Teaching Commons—a quick escape to recharge and connect with fellow educators, featuring insightful discussions on AI, data-informed teaching, and Educational Technology Services.
*lens*[Lunch and Learn](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/lunch-and-learn)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
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- Wed 20 September 2023
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12.30pm - 2pm
### [Teamwork Mastery: An educators guide to student success](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/teamwork-mastery)
The EF Lunch & Learn series is back! This workshop hosted by the Teamwork EF CoP will give you practical tips to make teamwork a good experience for students.
*lens*[Lunch and Learn](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/lunch-and-learn)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
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- Thu 07 September 2023
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12-1pm
### [HERDSA 2024 Pre-Conference Workshop Info Session](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/herdsa-2024-pre-conference-workshop-info-session)
Whether you're a seasoned presenter or a first-time proposer, come and join us as we delve into the nitty-gritty, hearing invaluable insights and experiences to help you with your HERDSA proposal. Don't forget to add to your calendar!
*lens*[Internal UNSW event](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/internal-unsw-event)
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[HERDSA](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/herdsa)
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- Tue 15 Oct 2024
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12.30pm - 2pm
### [World Citizenship at the University: educating for understanding (lunch, networking, speakers, discussion hubs)](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/news-events/events/world-citizen-ef-cop-lunch-and-learn)
Join us for a Lunch & Learn event focused on practical ways to foster world citizenship through sustainability and social justice in higher education.
*lens*[Education Focussed Events](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/education-focussed-events)
*lens*[Lunch and Learn](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/lunch-and-learn)
*lens*[Communities of Practice](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/communities-practice)
*lens*[Teaching Commons](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/tags/teaching-commons)
*lens*[Education Focussed](https://www.education.unsw.edu.au/teaching/education-focussed-careers/tags/education-focussed)
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