Consul Ernesto Pianelli met with senior leadership from the Adelaide University. The meeting was chaired by Professor Jessica Gallagher, Deputy Vice Chancellor, International and External Engagement, and brought together key academic and professional leaders across humanities, creative arts, education, and global partnerships (Professor Craig Batty, Pro Vice Chancellor, College of Creative Arts, Design & Humanities (CADH), Professor Andrew van der Vlies, Dean, School of Humanities, CADH, Professor Anne-Marie Morgan, Dean of Programs (Education Futures), CADH, Associate Professor Luke Dollman, Dean, International and Engagement, CADH, Professor Sally K. May, Academic Lead, Research, School of Humanities, CADH, Associate Professor Enza Tudini, Discipline Lead: Italian Studies, School of Humanities, CADH, Mr Noe Trevino Lozano, Global Partnerships Manager, Global Partnerships and Strategy).
Discussions focused on expanding collaboration with Italian universities, including opportunities under Horizon Europe, the European Union’s flagship research and innovation program.
A key highlight of the meeting was the inauguration of the new School of Humanities within the College of Creative Arts, Design & Humanities, a significant step in advancing interdisciplinary teaching and research with a strong international outlook.
The meeting was also an occasion to explore opportunities to enhance Italian studies offerings, including the Bachelor of International Relations and Bachelor of Arts programs with Italian majors.
Music and cultural collaboration also featured prominently, with discussions on expanding exchange programs between the Elder Conservatorium of Music and Italian conservatoriums, fostering artistic mobility and shared creative practice.
Further areas of discussions included:
- Joint initiatives for the Week of the Italian Language 2026 in Adelaide
- Support for Italian language teaching, including Italian government-funded lecturer programs
- Strengthening the Italian Students Club and student engagement initiatives
- Planning for the next official visit of the Ambassador of Italy to Adelaide
This meeting reinforces a shared commitment to building enduring partnerships that connect education, culture, and research between Italy and South Australia.
