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Adelaide University Mulls Removing Santos Name Amid Protests

4/20/2026

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Adelaide University is considering removing Santos's name from its Petroleum Engineering building after controversy over the company's gas projects.
Students and conservationists protested and urged severing ties with Santos, whose $25 million sponsorship has expired.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nicola Phillips emphasized that the naming should reflect current values, with a focus on sustainability.
Cory Bernardi criticized Kaurna language signs; Phillips rebutted, affirming the university's commitment to First Nations communities.

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Adelaide University is considering removing Santos's name from its Petroleum Engineering building after controversy over the company's gas projects.
Students and conservationists protested and urged severing ties with Santos, whose $25 million sponsorship has expired.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nicola Phillips emphasized that the naming should reflect current values, with a focus on sustainability.
Cory Bernardi criticized Kaurna language signs; Phillips rebutted, affirming the university's commitment to First Nations communities.