Seminar/Forum

Perspectives:Asia | The East is red? Soviet socialist realism and art in the Asia-Pacific
26 Feb

Perspectives:Asia | The East is red? Soviet socialist realism and art in the Asia-Pacific

How "red' has Asia-Pacific art been over the past 100 years? This lecture draws on a new study, Soviet Socialist Realism and Art in the Asia-Pacific, examining the overlooked influence of Russian Socialist Realism across the region. Focusing on China, Vietnam, the Koreas, Japan, Southeast Asia and Australia, it explores why this visually powerful tradition is often dismissed and argues for greater recognition of its artistic and historical significance.
Perspectives:Asia | Australia's Asia capability
13 Nov

Perspectives:Asia | Australia's Asia capability

Since coming to office, the Albanese Government has used all tools of statecraft to maximise Australia's influence across the Indo-Pacific. The Hon Tim Watts MP, Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs, will discuss why Asia capability-our regional knowledge, language skills and cultural understanding-is vital to Australia's security, prosperity and effectiveness in a complex Indo-Pacific.
2025 Games Impact and Legacy Catapult Fund Showcase
13 Nov

2025 Games Impact and Legacy Catapult Fund Showcase

Join us as we highlight four award-winning projects from 2025.

Hosted by Griffith University Games Engagement and Partnerships with industry collaborators, the event showcases research, partnerships and opportunities driving impact for Brisbane 2032.
Executive Masterclass
30 Oct

Executive Masterclass

Join our free livestream on Thursday, 30 October at 2pm (AEST) to hear from industry and academic experts as they share practical insights on how to drive innovation in healthcare while delivering business value and maintaining patient-centred care. Register at: https://www.griffith.edu.au/executive-masterclass
Perspectives:Asia | Laughing through the tears: The story of journalist Cheng Lei
04 Sep

Perspectives:Asia | Laughing through the tears: The story of journalist Cheng Lei

Journalist Cheng Lei shares her remarkable journey of facing the unimaginable - losing her freedom, career, and sense of certainty - yet finding ways to endure through the solace of books, the warmth of unexpected friendships, and the nostalgia of daggy '80s tunes. In this candid and deeply human account, she reflects on the challenges of navigating the push and pull of being Asian Australian, offering an intimate portrait of resilience, humour, and identity.