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Curator's Talk
Celebrate the final day of our exhibitions on Saturday, February 28, with an 11am Curator’s Talk featuring Tina Baum, a distinguished First Nations curator with over 35 years of experience.
Respect Month launch
Charles Darwin University is hosting Respect Month throughout April, featuring a "Better Together" themed launch event that invites the entire campus community to help build a safer, more respectful university through guest speakers, activities, and a collective pledge.
Writing a literature review
In this workshop we will answer the questions “What is a literature review?” and “What is the purpose of a literature review?”. We will also consider steps for writing a literature review and explore tips to strengthen your research strategy and critical voice.
'Climate Impacts on Country' Pop-Up Indigenous Art Exhibition
This powerful exhibition celebrates Indigenous culture by showcasing stunning artworks that explore the deep connections between climate, healing, and Country. Including a panel session with the Indigenous artists and researchers involved.
Respect Month Installation - Danala
The "Stronger Together" installation at Danala invites the university community to reflect on their shared responsibility in addressing gender-based violence by engaging with a student's story to learn how to better notice, respond to, and support those in need.
Chinese kung fu classes for kids
Join our kung fu classes specialised for children. It’s more than just exercise—it’s a journey to a healthier, brighter, and more focused future for every child! The classes run every Monday at 5.00 pm, from 13 April - 15 June.
Tai Chi Kung Fu Fan
Join our Tai Chi Kung Fu Fan classes to learn a unique style of Tai Chi combined with other martial arts and dance movements! The classes run every Monday at 5.30 pm, from 13 April - 15 June.
Traditional Chinese painting
The Confucius Institute welcomes you to join our traditional Chinese painting sessions every Tuesday from 5 pm - 6.30 pm, starting 14 April till 16 June.
Chinese calligraphy for beginners
The CDU Confucius Institute is now offering Chinese calligraphy for beginners, a new course on the CDU Casuarina campus. The workshops will run every Tuesday, from 5 pm - 6 pm, starting 14 April to 15 June.
Turbocharge your writing
Would you like to know the secret to high output, low-stress scholarly writing? In academia, it is often assumed that writing comes naturally. However, an overwhelming body of research shows that there are very clear and practical strategies that can greatly increase your writing productivity.
Respect Matters study night at Danala
Starting in 2026, all CDU students must complete the 90-minute Respect Matters online training covering consent and healthy relationships, with optional facilitated study sessions available to provide staff support and snacks while finishing the modules.
Ba Fa Wu Bu (Eight Methods and Five Steps)
Confucius Institute welcomes you to join our Ba Fa Wu Bu (Eight Methods and Five Steps) classes to exercise your body and mind. Starting from 15 April till 17 June, 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm, every Wednesday
Zen Dance workshops
The CDU Confucius Institute is offering Zen Dance workshops on the CDU Casuarina campus every Thursday from 5 pm - 6 pm, starting on 16 April to 18 June.
RIEL Seminar Series – Can sensory deterrents reduce shark and ray bycatch in Australia's gillnet fisheries?
PhD candidate Emily Taljaard will present her research on the effectiveness of sensory deterrents in reducing accidental shark and ray bycatch within commercial gillnet fisheries to help protect vulnerable species and support sustainable fishing practices.
Bajiquan class
Join our Bajiquan classes, which run every Friday at 5.30 pm, from 17 April - 19 June.