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
Antibiotic resistant gene found in SEQ horses
2 JunUniSC research into a common environmental germ that can cause severe infections in people and animals has raised concern that horses are starting to develop antibiotic resistance towards it
Update on research into chlamydia in koalas
2 JunThe University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) acknowledges recent reporting regarding its koala chlamydia vaccine research and reiterates its commitment to rigorous, transparent and evidence‑based science
Are our cars spying on us? A cybersecurity expert explains how to stay safe
1 JunAustralia’s spy agency issued a stark warning to politicians and public servants last week, do not discuss sensitive or classified information in vehicles