University of Newcastle Engineering Society - UONES

University of Newcastle Engineering Society - UONES UoNES aims to bring together industry, academic, social life and fun.

UoN Engineering society is a club not only for students from the Engineering and Built Environment discipline but all students, graduates, staff and friends of the University of Newcastle! We are not only a social club but also also host events to promote industry networking by organising site tours and guest speakers. We are a new club (est. 2016) and will start small and contributing by arrangi

ng more events like BBQs and other social gatherings such as trivia nights and gatherings and gradually grow to a point where we are able to host major functions.

Today we celebrate the women who helped shape engineering as we know it. ⚙️✨🔹 Emily Warren Roebling – Led the on-site co...
08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the women who helped shape engineering as we know it. ⚙️✨
🔹 Emily Warren Roebling – Led the on-site construction of the Brooklyn Bridge when her husband became ill, becoming one of the first women recognised for major civil engineering work.
🔹 Hedy Lamarr – Co-invented frequency-hopping technology that laid the groundwork for modern wireless communication like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
🔹 Stephanie Kwolek – Invented Kevlar, the ultra-strong fibre used in body armour and many safety applications.
🔹 Mary Jackson – The first Black female engineer at NASA, contributing to aeronautics and breaking barriers for women in STEM.
🔹 Edith Clarke – A pioneer in electrical power system analysis and the first woman to professionally practice electrical engineering in the United States.
Engineering has always been shaped by brilliant women pushing boundaries, solving problems, and building the future.
Happy International Women’s Day to all our female engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers past, present, and future. 👩‍🔧🌍

Are you interested in connecting with industry professionals and exploring what your future in engineering could look li...
03/03/2026

Are you interested in connecting with industry professionals and exploring what your future in engineering could look like? Keen for FREE food and drinks while doing it?
The UONES Industry Networking Night is your chance to:
• Have one-on-one conversations with experienced engineers
• Meet like-minded students
• Build your professional and personal network

⏰ WHEN: Monday March 23rd 2026 @ 6pm
📍 WHERE: Bar on The Hill, Ring Rd Callaghan NSW 2308
👔 DRESS CODE: Business Casual
🎟️ TICKETS: $15 Members | $30 Non-Members (Memberships are FREE!)

Come along for an evening of meaningful conversations, great food, and great company.
Spots are limited — secure your ticket early!

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University Drive
Callaghan, NSW
2308

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