No Images? Click here Hi there, We’re nearly into week 4 of semester! We hope you’ve settled into your semester 1 studies. If you are in need of support and assistance at any time over the semester - fear not! Did you know that UoM offers one of the most comprehensive student support networks in Australia? Having the tools to navigate the University and study efficiently is one of the keys to your success as a student. Become familiar with and make use of the many tools for success found on the Service Finder. For many of us, social media plays a large role in our personal life, but have you thought about social media in relation to your responsibilities as a UoM student? Check out this info on appropriate behaviour on social media. You might also be interested in attending Wominjeka - the University’s Welcome to Country ceremony, which is a great opportunity to join with other students and staff to acknowledge the Wurundjeri people and their Elders past and present. This important custom will be held on Thurs 30 March at 12.30pm on the Union/Concrete Lawn. For news on other great events and opportunities, read on! IN THIS ISSUE
First Year Info10 tips for a top first yearRead up on some handy tips to set yourself up for a great first year at uni. Orientation tips and resourcesWe're a few weeks into semester, but you're probably still transitioning to life as a uni student. If you haven’t done so already, check out these great orientation tips and resources. Student Information Sessions/WorkshopsScience Drop In SessionsThinking about graduate study? Come and chat with staff from the Future Students team about eligibility and pathways into our Science programs. Mark these upcoming semester 1 session dates in your calendar (location tbc): Tues 4 April, 12:00pm – 2:00pm and 5:30pm – 6:30pm and Thur 18 May 12:00pm – 2:00pm. Keep an eye on upcoming BSci_News for more details, or contact the Future Students Team for further details. Global Mobility FairAre you thinking about studying overseas during your degree? Learn more at the University of Melbourne Global Mobility Fair on Thurs 30 March 2017, 12:00pm – 3:00pm in the Grand Buffet Hall, Student Union Building. Discover and meet with international partner universities and understand how to make your overseas study adventure happen. You can also meet students who have returned from their international study experience and speak to faculty and Stop 1 staff about your degree and the options available to you. Global Employability: Spotlight on IndiaLearn about exciting engagement opportunities which will enhance your employability - internships, social enterprise initiatives and leadership development programs. Register for this free event. Wed 22 March, 5.30pm – 7:00pm. Information Session: Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental SurgeryConsidering a career as a doctor or dentist? Why not come along to this information session about your course options. Find out if the courses are what you are after, as well as career opportunities and challenges. Registration is essential. Engineering & IT Graduate Study Information NightConsidering graduate study in engineering or IT? Meet with staff and academic coordinators from the Melbourne School of Engineering, and learn about the exciting study options available to you. Wed 29 March, 5.30pm onwards, Forum Theatre, Level 1 Arts West Building. Register here. Upcoming Careers WorkshopsJob Search Strategies - Find out how to ramp up your job search skills to help you become an active and motivated job seeker. Mon 20 March, 11:00am - 12:00pm. Register here. Ultimate Guide to Resumes and Cover Letters - This workshop will help you to prepare a professional resume and tailor your cover letter to reflect your skills, knowledge, education and achievements relevant to the job you are applying for. Mon 20 March, 10:00am - 11:00am. Register here. Secure Your Internship - This workshop aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and attributes required to successfully organise an internship placement. Mon 20 March, 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Register here. Public EventsTasneem Chopra – “Speaking Your Mind or Toeing the Line: Voicing dissent, nicely”Celebrate diversity week by attending this keynote address by Tasneem Chopra. As an independent Cross Cultural Consultant, Tasneem delivers acclaimed workshops on diversity, identity and racism to varied audiences from Supreme Court judges to kindergarten teachers. Mon 20 March, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, register here. Science Graduate ProgramsAre you graduating at the end of 2017? It may only be March now but it’s graduate application season and that means it’s time to consider your approach and prepare your applications. Science students are in high demand with a diverse range of organisations targeting you. The following organisations currently have applications open to Science graduates:
Find all these programs and more on the Careers Online website. Don’t forget to take advantage of the UoM Careers Services who can assist you researching organisations, developing strong applications and communicating your marketable skills. The following workshops are coming up soon. OpportunitiesMentoring @ MelbourneIt can be daunting to think past your final year of undergraduate study and what you might be doing next. What does a career in a particular field actually look like in reality? Should you undertake further study? Having a mentor can help! Being mentored provides you with insights into the professional world and helps you to expand your knowledge of career options and plan for life after study. More information on the website. Express your interest for being matched with a mentor for Semester 2, 2017 here. Interested in undertaking an internship in Semester 2, 2017?The Science and Technology Internship Subject will enable you to gain real experience working in a science or technology related workplace, for course credit. Start investigating your options and learn more about the subject here. Biomedical Research Victoria – Undergraduate Research Opportunity ProgramAre you an undergraduate student seeking an opportunity to experience work in a research lab and gain insight into career paths in science, technology, engineering and mathematics? Click here for more information about applying for Round 1 of UROP. Sci-Comm TipsEach newsletter we feature tips from our very own science communication extraordinaire in the School of BioSciences, Dr Jen Martin. Follow Jen on Twitter @scidocmartin or check out her blog, Espresso Science. SciComm Tip #2 Watch your wordsOnce you’ve worked out who you are talking to (tip #1), you need to think carefully about the language you use when talking with that audience. Whether you are talking to primary school students or other scientists, you can share your science in language they can understand. As Einstein said: “Most of the fundamental ideas of science are essentially simple, and may, as a rule, be expressed in a language comprehensible to everyone.” Watch a neuroscientist explain the connectome to five different people – from a 5-year old to a neuroscience colleague. BSci TipsThanks to Esther for the following advice about reflecting on your learning over the semester.
Have some great tips to share? Email and let us know! Our top tips for the month will receive a UoM Science Hoodie. Key ServicesSafety on CampusUniSafe app: All staff and students are encouraged to download the Safer Community Program’s free UniSafe app. UniSafe provides connection with the University’s support services and a direct link to Campus Security for emergency situations. The app also provides access to a range 24/7 emergency services, security escorts on campus, and personal safety advice. It can be downloaded via the App Store or Google Play, with links on the Safer Community Program website. Out of hours incidents: For support/response to incidents that occur after hours the appropriate course of action is to call Parkville Security on 8344 6666. This number is staffed 24/7, 365 days a year. Security staff will provide an initial response, and then triage or escalate accordingly to the relevant on-call person (e.g., Wellbeing, OHS, emergency services etc) depending on the nature of the incident/support required. ScholarshipsThe Paterson Scholarship for Engineering Pathway StudentsThe Paterson Scholarship is open to Australian citizens who are enrolled in their first year of an undergraduate degree and undertaking an engineering major or breadth sequence that will lead to the Master of Engineering. This generous scholarship is valued at $4,000 per year for the duration of the undergraduate degree and into a Master of Engineering. For all the details, including selection criteria and an online application form visit the Melbourne School of Engineering Scholarships website. Applications close Wed 29 March. Science in the MediaYou Snooze you Lose in Victoria's Electricity MarketIn this article, Dr Ilan Wiesel and Dr Sangeetha Chandrashekeran discuss the large range in prices in the competitive and deregulated Victorian electricity market, following a recent workshop addressing the issue. They give tips on how to save money as a consumer and suggest some possible solutions. Professor Frances Separovic recognised as IUPAC Distinguished Woman in ChemistryOn International Women's Day it was announced that Professor Frances Separovic, who leads a laboratory group at the Bio21 Institute, was one of 12 women in the world to be honoured as an IUPAC Distinguished Woman in Chemistry. Read this article for more information. iVote West Australia: who voted for you?The iVote system allowing voters with disabilities to vote online for the 2017 Western Australian state election may not be as secure as we think. In this article, Academics from the Department of Computing and Information Systems and the Department of Electrical and Computing Engineering present potential privacy flaws. To stay up to date between editions please like our Science Student News page on Facebook, as well as our Science at Melbourne page on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. Until next time we are truly yours, Science News |