Make History Speaker Series
Speaker Series
Held across four events each year, the Make History Speaker Series are not to be missed opportunities to hear from Alumni and high-profile University movers and shakers, exploring the challenges of the past, present and future. All are welcome to attend, registrations are essential.Ìý
Join us for the Make History Speaker Series, an extraordinary series of events brought to you by the ³ÉÈË´óƬ. This event is open to everyone, inviting you to engage in the remarkable work of our esteemed alumni. Explore captivating topics that shape our world, from cutting-edge cancer research to the mysteries of space and the evolving challenges in our society. Be part of a community that embraces new ideas, and seize this opportunity to broaden your horizons. Don't miss out on this unique chance to learn, engage, and make history together. Subscribe below to be the first to know about upcoming events.
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Upcoming Event
Women in the House
Date: 4 September, 2024
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location:ÌýElder Hall
2024 marks 130 years since South Australia led the nation and the world in granting the right for women to vote and stand for parliament when South Australia passed the Constitutional Amendment (Adult Suffrage) Act in 1894, decades ahead of Europe and North America. This crucial first step towards political equality required years of petitioning and 11,000 signatures.Ìý
Despite Selena Siggins standing for parliament in 1918, it was 41 years before Jessie Cooper and Joyce Steele were successfully elected in 1959, and it wasn’t until 1962 that Aboriginal Australians–men and women–were able to vote, and nearly 50 years later before the country saw its first female Prime Minister come to office.Ìý
In South Australia’s current Parliament, women hold key positions in Cabinet and leadership roles across the political spectrum, although equal representation is yet to gain full momentum.Ìý
130 years of women’s suffrage in South Australia coincides with the ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s 150th anniversary and to celebrate the milestones a special Make History Speaker Series ±ð±¹±ð²Ô³Ù–Women in the House–brings together a powerful panel of prominent current and former female figures in state and federal politics at the University. All four panellists are returning alumni.Ìý
Join us for a celebratory discussion in Elder Hall facilitated by award-winning journalist Tory Shepherd. This will be a unique opportunity to hear from four exceptional women from across Australia’s political spectrum as they reflect on the history of women in Australian politics, share their unique experiences, discuss the impact women have in politics today, and explore the road to greater professional and political equality in the future of South Australia and the country.Ìý
Young women aspiring towards careers in politics are particularly encouraged to attend.Ìý
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Previous Events
Wizards of Oz
This MHSS invited a panel of medical research professionals at theÌýforefront of medical research to discuss pressing issues including pathogen resistance, pandemic response, and environmental threats.Ìý
Voice, Treaty, Truth: What's Next?
For our final Make History Speaker Series event for 2023, we welcomed distinguished Australian Indigenous anthropologist, geographer and activist, Professor Marcia Langton AO to deliver her keynote speech.
Making Cancer History
Join us to hear from experts at the forefront of cancer research to delve into the key challenges faced by researchers and gain insights into the innovative approaches being taken to overcome these obstacles.
Behind the Scenes in Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Join us as we are invited behind the scenes of the Illuminate Adelaide installation Resonate for a deep dive discussion with the artists on the approach to the creation of site-specific installations in the natural environment, with valuable insights from ³ÉÈË´óƬ hosts including alumni Dr. Leonie Scriven, on the significance of the species and environments chosen for illumination by Moment Factory.Ìý
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Writing History In The Stars
Space is the final frontier - and one of the most thrilling areas of research and discovery. Join us to hear from the ³ÉÈË´óƬ's brightest stars as they discuss how space science and satellite imagery are addressing humanity's greatest challenges.