These abstract questions are becoming increasingly relevant to us, and yet the ‘standard’ academic environment leaves little room to explore them with justice. To remedy this gap and save you some dodgy YouTube videos, Launchpad invites you to a series of unique, interactive workshops called ‘Lunch & Learn’.

Taking your lunch break to next level, each week we will dive deep into different cutting-edge topics, where technology, sustainability, and social justice all intersect. The best bit? You’ll learn directly from industry insiders and experts who’re at the top of their fields. Challenge yourself and hone the skills of negotiating, critical thinking, problem-solving and more.

But above all, make new mates and have a blast while doing these!!

Don’t forget to bring your lunch, register attendance, and follow social measures to keep your community safe.

Schedule (12:30pm - 1:30pm):

• Thursday 10th March - "Can Murdoch become the first CARBON NEUTRAL UNIVERSITY in Western Australia?"
• Thursday 24th March - "Is gaming underrated for creative brand partnerships?"
• Thursday 31st March - "Will virtual reality transform research and education?"
• Thursday 7th April - "How is big data and biotech changing agriculture production?"
• Thursday 14th April - "Have you got a side hustle? or want to start one?"
• Thursday 5th May - "WTF are NFTs and why should I care?"
• Thursday 12th May - "Can blockchain technology fix the flaws in our democracy?"
• Thursday 26th May - "How prepared are you for the future of work?"

Register here!


(Note: Most of the sessions are recommended to be in-person. However, due to the uncertainty entailed with COVID-19 developments in WA, flexibility is key as we’re experimenting with hybrid and virtual delivery of the program).