Relationships

Relationships are the essence of The University of Queensland and who we are.

The core characteristics of positive relationships are reciprocity and trust. Reciprocal and trusting relationships are also ethical relationships. They are genuine, engage our spirit and are founded on integrity.

As an organisation, we strive for creativity, excellence, truth, integrity, courage, respect and inclusion, and we acknowledge that this begins with building genuine relationships among all Australians.

Through relationships of respect and justice with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, we undertake our key work of education and research, benefitting our students, staff, communities and the world.

Focus areas

  • Foster a sense of belonging and wellbeing for all learners, enriched by our vibrant campus cultures, rich residential options, world-class sporting facilities and highly valued student services.
  • Foster mutually beneficial partnerships for research translation and commercialisation at scale, to create positive impact for our communities, the environment and economy.

Recent achievements

Download UQ's Stretch RAP Plan (PDF, 6.9 MB) for a complete timeline of actions and achievements.

Case study

Indigenous knowledge meets contemporary innovation and technology: Learning co-design and spinning an unbreakable partnership

In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Advanced Spinifex Biofuture Materials Centre, part of the National Indigenous Science Translation Centre (NISTC) has emerged as Australia’s pioneering initiative and operational model to bridge the gap between Indigenous knowledge and contemporary innovation and technological advancements.

Download the case study (PDF, 704.95 KB)

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