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SUMMARY:IEAA Young Professionals (VIC): End of Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:As the year comes to a close\, it’s time to reflect on our collective achievements and challenges while building stronger connections with like-minded professionals in international education. In collaboration with Study Melbourne\, this end-of-year celebration offers a relaxed\, fun atmosphere where young professionals can network\, collaborate\, and engage with industry leaders. \nWith a trivia night twist\, you’ll have the chance to test your knowledge\, enjoy canapés and drinks\, and celebrate with peers as we close out the year. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from IEAA’s CEO\, meet board members\, and participate in a lively evening of entertainment and connection. \nThis event is open to IEAA members and all emerging professionals in international education.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-young-professionals-vic-end-of-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Study Melbourne Hub\, 17 Hardware Ln\, Melbourne\, Vic\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Industry Specific Event
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SUMMARY:Arriving and Thriving: Supporting International Student Success - a 'Students First' Symposium
DESCRIPTION:New Zealand’s ‘Going for Growth’ strategy may herald an ambitious new chapter for international education\, but as the sector aims to increase enrolments\, how can we ensure every student is supported to thrive? \nThis ‘Students First’ symposium brings together New Zealand university leaders and policymakers to explore strategies that prioritise student wellbeing\, academic success\, and a positive overall experience in New Zealand. \nJoin us to discuss how we can build a sustainable and supportive international education sector where growth and student success go hand-in-hand. \nYour panel: – Prof Damon Salesa\, Vice Chancellor\, AUT – Prof Jennifer Milam\, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic\, University of Waikato – Christopher Carey\, Executive Director\, Global Engagement at Massey University And Chaired by Prof Judyth Sachs\, Chief Academic Officer at Studiosity\, former Deputy Vice Chancellor\, Provost at Macquarie University and Former Pro Vice Chancellor Learning and Teaching at University of Sydney.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/arriving-and-thriving-supporting-international-student-success-a-students-first-symposium/
LOCATION:Online Event: See event website for details
CATEGORIES:Industry Specific Event
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SUMMARY:IEAA Emerging Researchers | Spotlight on Emerging Researchers in international education
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is an initiative of IEAA’s Emerging Researchers Group and is part of a webinar series for prospective and current emerging researchers in international education. \nThis webinar will be chaired by Associate Professor Amanda Daly and spotlights the work of two Australia-based emerging international education researchers: Dr Elena Williams and Dr Anna Kent. \nDr Elena Williams is the recipient of IEAA’s 2025 Excellence Award for an Outstanding Postgraduate Thesis awarded at the Australian International Education Conference in October 2025. In this webinar\, Elena will provide an overview of her doctoral research which focused on understanding the impact of study abroad programs on Australia-Indonesia relationship-building. \nDr Anna Kent is a current National Library of Australia (NLA) Fellow for her project entitled ‘Shared histories\, shared communities – a history of connections between International Students and the Australian Community’. Anna will outline this project for webinar participants and provide additional information about the NLA Fellowship program.   \nThis webinar is open to IEAA Members and non-members and is free of charge. We encourage you to share this information with peers and colleagues who are emerging international education researchers. \nAudience \nThis webinar is relevant to current research students (PhD / Masters / Honours) who are working on a topic relevant to international education. We also welcome international education researcher-practitioners and others who are curious about international education research. \nOutcomes \nWebinar participants will: \n\nHear from two outstanding\, Australia-based emerging international education researchers who will speak to their recent research.\n Learn about initiatives which can support emerging international education researchers in Australia\, including IEAA’s Postgraduate Thesis Prize and the NLA Fellowship program.\nLearn more about IEAA’s Emerging Researchers Group and planned future activities.\n \n\nThis event is led by IEAA’s Emerging Researchers Group
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-emerging-researchers-spotlight-on-emerging-researchers-in-international-education/
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SUMMARY:SAA Industry Lunch: SA
DESCRIPTION:The Student Accommodation Association (SAA) is delighted to invite you to its Industry Lunch in Adelaide\, South Australia\, for an afternoon of insightful discussion\, expert perspectives and meaningful industry engagement. Held at Crowne Plaza Adelaide on Friday\, 15 May 2026\, this event brings together leaders from the student accommodation\, education and government sectors\, alongside key service providers. As the South Australian market continues to grow and diversify\, the conversation is moving beyond supply to what truly defines quality accommodation and the impact it has on city growth\, student experience\, wellbeing and outcomes. \nBe part of the discussion as we explore how quality accommodation is shaping the international student experience and strengthening South Australia’s position as a leading study destination. \n\nRegistration closes on COB Monday\, 11 May 2026.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/saa-industry-lunch-sa/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Adelaide\, 27 Frome Street\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:2026 NSW EdTech Summit
DESCRIPTION:The NSW EdTech Summit is an education technology festival\, showcasing NSW capabilities as a leading Asia Pacific destination for EdTech. \nThe Summit will kick off with the pre-conference program on 1-2 June 2026 with independently hosted EdTech activations at Sydney education providers showcasing NSW’s strengths\, innovation\, and international engagement in the EdTech sector. These EdTech activations are followed by the anchor event\, EDUtech\, Australia’s largest conference and exhibition for educators and EdTech providers. \nEDUtech is on 3-4 June 2026 at the International Convention Centre Sydney. The conference agenda is live and registrations for EDUtech are now open \nFind out more about the program for international delegates here or register to participate as an international delegation here . \nRegister for pre-conference program: 1 – 2 June
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/2026-nsw-edtech-summit/
LOCATION:International Convention Centre\, 14 Darling Drive\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Student Accommodation Association Industry Lunch ​in Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:The Student Accommodation Association (SAA) is delighted to invite you to its Industry Lunch in Melbourne\, VIC for an afternoon of insightful discussion\, expert perspectives and meaningful industry engagement. Held at Crowne Plaza Melbourne on Thursday\, 8 October 2026\, this event brings together leaders from the student accommodation\, education and government sectors\, alongside specialist service providers\, for a focused look at implementing the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence. \nThe Code is now in effect. From Code to Practice moves the conversation from policy intent to operational reality\, with insights from the Regulator\, frontline responders and specialist consultants on what safe\, consistent and practical implementation looks like within student accommodation. Join us to understand what meaningful implementation requires and take away practical actions your organisation can apply.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/student-accommodation-association-industry-lunch-in-melbourne/
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