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Record number of New Colombo Plan scholars

Ten recipients given valuable chance to continue studies overseas.

Iconic fossil may be new type of human ancestor

Study challenges classification of one of world's oldest fossils.

New Aboriginal Cultural Heritage graduates

Last week, we celebrated the achievements of 15 graduates of the Certificate IV in Aboriginal Cultural Heritage.

Calling the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Sports commentator David Basheer shares what it’s really like behind the mic along with advice for aspiring commentators.

Refugees and international politics

New research from Dr Ruji Auethavornpipat explores how refugees’ lived experiences reveal deeper tensions in international politics.

La Trobe academics secure $7m in ARC funding

Twelve La Trobe researchers have secured ARC Discovery Project grants.

Success in THE World University Rankings

Focus on research, innovation, industry connection recognised.

Gendered inequalities in the Australian workforce

New research from Associate Professor Emma Robertson examines the history of gender division in the labour force.

New Humanities and Social Sciences Dean appointed

Literary studies scholar Professor Matt McGuire becomes La Trobe Dean.

Professor Nick Bisley reflects on his time as Dean

After seven and a half years as Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Professor Nick Bisley will soon move into a new role as Pro-Vice Chancellor of Research.

Voices from the basin

Professor Katie Holmes, Director of the Centre for the Study of the Inland, has led a project to capture the experiences of communities across the Murray–Darling Basin.

Youth Activism in the Pacific

The DFAT-funded Women Leading and Influencing initiative has recently published a summary of an online Learning & Networking event exploring youth activism in the Pacific.

Helping students find their voice through art

Dr Criddle, a queer settler artist, writer and researcher, teaches subjects related to contemporary and historical visual culture.

The Future of Aid in the Asia Pacific

The CHSSC and La Trobe Asia recently co-hosted a panel discussion on the role of multilateralism, Australian INGOs and decolonisation in the Asia Pacific region.

Women's leadership in the Pacific

Follow the leadership journeys of eight WLI alumni influencing positive development in the Pacific