Make friends, get active and connect at Walk’ n’ Talk
Join weekly campus walks to connect with other students, hear lived experience stories and collect rewards – including a free Deakin hat at your first session!
See where a Deakin education can take you! Meet our 2026 Deakin Alumni Award winners
Each year, Deakin celebrates the amazing achievements of our former students. Do you know an outstanding past student? Nominate them for the 2027 awards by Sunday 7 June!
Fusion Festival is back! Celebrate our cultural diversity with free food and live music
Deakin is a global family – and we're ready to party! Don't miss Fusion Festival, multicultural food, music and fun. Everyone is welcome!
Step inside Deakin’s Solar Car Workshop
Step inside the DUST workshop at Waurn Ponds, enjoy a free BBQ, test your skills on the Race SIM shootout challenge and discover how students from any degree can get involved.
Respect Week 2026: Join us for food and activities while helping build a respectful community!
It’s up to all of us to create a safe and inclusive culture at Deakin. Check out the events happening next week!
Enter the International Women’s Day 2026 art competition and watch our online panel
International Women’s Day (IWD) is Sunday 8 March – submit an original artwork and watch an online panel capturing this year's theme, 'Balance the Scales'.
Join our THRIVE sessions to improve your learning and wellbeing
We'll show you how to boost your study habits, communication skills, motivation, stress management techniques and more in these helpful sessions.
Get to know your Library during Orientation
Whether you're just commencing or a seasoned student, see these tips for making the most of your online and campus Library, helping you to succeed in your studies.
DUSA OFest starts this week– new friends and new experiences to kick start your Deakin journey!
Don't miss DUSA OFest, two weeks of fun, food and festivities, on campus and online! Check out what's on at OFest! 🍿🍕 🎶
Library Study, Snacks and Chats is back for 2026!
Love snacks? Ready to make studying less stressful and a lot more fun? Join us at the Library for Study, Snacks and Chats! 🍩🧁🥤
It’s Lunar New Year: Happy Year of the Fire Horse!
Lunar New Year begins today, welcoming the rare and energetic Year of the Fire Horse. A bold, fast‑moving zodiac year celebrated across many Asian cultures with family, food and fresh beginnings.
A new way to experience Forest Therapy at Deakin’s Waurn Ponds campus
Forest Therapy involves mindful immersion in nature, and has been shown to reduce stress and improve mood. All current Deakin students are invited to take part in a free session at Waurn Ponds!