The 2026 Campus Clean-Up is on now. Take some time to declutter your workspace and shared areas, and dispose of items responsibly – recycle paper, cardboard and e-waste, and upload good-quality furniture to UQ WARPit for reuse. Skip bins are available across all campuses for hard rubbish and unwanted items until Friday 13 February.
Get ready for Semester 1 2026 with Ready to Teach Week (Monday 9 to Friday 13 February) and Ready to Tutor Week (Tuesday 24 to Thursday 26 February). Registrations are now open for an exciting lineup of practical, hands-on seminars and workshops to help you develop course materials and prepare for the upcoming semester.
From Monday 2 February, the Microsoft Store will no longer be accessible on UQ-managed devices. Software should only be downloaded to UQ-managed devices using Company Portal (Windows) and Self Service (Mac). If you believe that you need software that is not available from the software catalogue, you can submit a request to Information Technology Services.
UQ is proud to be participating in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) survey by Pride in Diversity. This survey is an opportunity for us to track our progress and benchmark ourselves against other leading organisations in Australia. Your feedback helps us understand the views and experiences of all employees, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. We want to ensure that UQ is a place where everyone feels included and supported. The survey is anonymous, and all staff are encouraged to participate and have their say.
Due to essential maintenance, mySI-net will be unavailable from 6pm on Friday 23 January to 8am on Monday 26 January. If you need to undertake transactions in mySI-net, please do so before the outage or wait until the system is available again. During this outage, availability of other systems linked to mySI-net may also be impacted.
Submissions are invited to the review of the School of Civil Engineering, which will be conducted by the Academic Board from Monday 23 to Thursday 26 March. The terms of reference for the review are available on the Academic Board website. Submissions should be sent to the review coordinator by emailing uqreviews@uq.edu.au by Monday 16 February.
Upcoming changes to MyResearch Projects – Grants will make it easier to start, track and manage research grant funding applications, agreements and projects. Finance, Research Office, and faculty and research institute research support staff can learn more about the changes at tailored online information sessions hosted by the MyResearch team. These sessions, running from Monday 2 to Friday 6 February, will help you understand key changes, important dates, and where to find support, training and resources.
UQ’s superannuation provider, UniSuper, is available for face-to-face, video or phone appointments this new year. Whether you’re a member or not, you can book a chat with a UniSuper consultant for support across insurance, beneficiaries, investment options and more. Free appointments are available online, in person and over the phone.
The UQ Strategic Plan 2026–2029 is now available online. This new plan builds upon our previous 4-year plan, while maintaining a longer term focus on the University's ambitions for 2032. It highlights 'Delivering for the public good', 'Teaching and learning' and 'Research and innovation' as 3 key domains of strategic activity at UQ.
On Tuesday 27 January 2026, UQ’s current Adobe Digital Asset Manager (DAM) will be replaced. The new UQ DAM, hosted on HIVO, will provide a better way of working and introduce new features, such as sophisticated search, in-platform templates, consent management, interactive brand guidelines, and more. All staff will be able to access the new DAM by logging in with their UQ username and password.
UQ staff can now book a free measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine through UQ Health Care St Lucia. Measles cases are increasing in Queensland, and by keeping up to date with your vaccinations, you can protect yourself and vulnerable members of the community from this highly contagious disease. Check your vaccination records, and if you have not received 2 doses of the MMR vaccine, consider booking an appointment to receive a free vaccine at UQ Health Care, your own general practitioner, or some pharmacies.
Academic staff and research support staff are encouraged to complete an online module to enhance their knowledge of conducting research responsibly and with integrity. The module covers UQ’s research governance framework and the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research. You will also learn about the broad principles and practices of responsible research conduct.
The UQ Ally Network is a cohort of well-informed staff who create a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for people of diverse sexes, genders and sexualities at UQ and in the broader community. All UQ staff, regardless of identity, are invited to join the network by completing a UQ Ally Workshop. In-person workshops are being hosted at St Lucia, Gatton, Dutton Park and Long Pocket throughout the second half of 2025, and enrolments are open now via Workday.
As part of UQ's commitment to fostering a safe, positive and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ people, we provide a range of resources – including training, guides, templates and support services – to support both staff and students. These resources are designed to help ensure everyone can work and study free from discrimination, harassment and bullying.
Looking for a new furry friend? The UQ VETS Pets for Life Adoption Program, based at Gatton, has cats available for adoption. Cats of all ages, sizes, colours and attitudes are searching for a new loving home – including 1.5-year-old Sting (pictured), who loves people and wants to be your new best friend. Book an appointment to meet a cat by calling 5460 1868 or emailing svs-csc@uq.edu.au.
Volunteer for a UQ research study
Get involved in UQ research by volunteering for a wide range of studies. Your participation may be vital to solving medical mysteries or answering important research questions.