The Office of Engagement leads and manages UniSC’s 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 two focus areas that enable UniSC to both serve and be informed through its non-exclusive outreach activities:
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.
- Welcoming Universities
- Regional Universities Network (RUN)
- Scholars at Risk (SAR)
- Talloires Network
- Universities Australia (UA)
- Age Friendly University
- U3A Network Queensland
Our commitment to productive community partnerships includes the Centre for Bioinnovation, UniSC Clinics, our sporting facilities, Advancement Office, Library and Art Gallery.
Community engagement stories
Research to shape Brisbane 2032 Games legacy
12 AugWith close to six years to go to the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games—Sunshine Coast Council and the University of the Sunshine Coast are working together to celebrate a strong culture of sport and inclusion.
Dolphins learn how to use tools to hunt for fish from their mothers
12 AugDr Alexis Levengood writes for The Conversation about a new study published in the journal of Marine Mammal Science showing dolphins can use seashells to help them hunt for fish.
What do parents want when it comes to childcare safety? More information for a start
12 AugIn recent weeks, we’ve seen more reports of alleged child sexual abuse involving a Sydney childcare worker, while there have also been reports of children leaving a Melbourne kindergarten unnoticed and getting onto a busy street, and stories like these have sadly become a regular feature of the news cycle, once again raising questions about safety and public confidence in the early childhood sector.