Fabricate is the student newsletter of the Melbourne School of Design. You are receiving this email as a student or staff member of the Faculty of Architecture Building and Planning.

Date: Tuesday 7 October
Time: 1.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue: Baldwin Spencer Theatre, Baldwin Spencer Building
RSVP: Register online

Thinking of going on exchange/study abroad for Semester 2, 2015? Do you have an academic average of 65% or more? Looking for some guidance with your overseas study plan?

The Environments and Design Student Centre will be holding an information session to assist students currently preparing their exchange or study abroad application. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions after the session.

Staff from the Melbourne Scholarships Office will be participating in this session, providing information on the possible funding opportunities available for overseas study.

Students attending this event should have already attended a myWorld First Step session.

Date: Thursday 25 September
Time: 6.00 pm - 7.30 pm
Venue: Theatre 1, 207 Bouverie St
RSVP: Register online

In this MSSI public lecture, Tim Kasser will review two decades of psychological theory and research on values to show how contemporary culture’s focus on materialism and consumerism must be confronted if humans are to create a sustainable future.

He will present a strategic approach to reduce materialism via empirically-supported psychological interventions and broader social policies that would not only benefit the planet, but would promote people’s well-being and a more civil society.

The Indigenous Tutorial Assistance Scheme (ITAS) is a specialised tutorial program established by the Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education (DIISRTE) to enhance educational outcomes for Indigenous Australians.

It provides funding to Murrup Barak to employ qualified tutors who work one-to-one with enrolled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to assist students with their academic studies.

Administered at the University by Murrup Barak as the ITAS Academic Excellence Program, it utilises current university staff and students to perform both individual and group tutoring for students across a broad range of discipline areas. This service is provided free to Indigenous students at the University.

Students are reminded that the use of the University's computers and network are governed by University regulations, and misuse of facilities may result in action under disciplinary proceedings.

Misuse prohibited by regulation includes the use of personal devices attached to the University network.

The use of University facilities for any purpose which results in a breach of copyright (such as through peer-to-peer file sharing) is expressly forbidden, and may result in civil or criminal proceedings in addition to disciplinary proceedings.

Please refer to University guidelines for the use of IT facilities for further information.

Expressions of interest close: Friday 31 October 2014
Scholarship value: Stipend up to AUD $30,000 p.a. and fee remission for up to 3.5 years.

The Brookfield Multiplex PhD Scholarship program provides support to an outstanding scholar to investigate the factors leading to positive advancements in the building industry.

What does the improvement of project delivery rely on? What contributes to higher constructed quality? What determines a more efficient use of natural, material and human resources in the building process?

By tackling any of these issues within the specific topic of choice, the Brookfield Multiplex PhD Scholar is expected to contribute to the enhancement of the discussion about the future of the built environment, and highlight the role construction can play in bringing agendas of social, technological and economic sustainability to fruition.

Academic Skills: Manage Your Exam Stress

Date: Tuesday 7 October
Time: 1.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue: Cussonia Court 2 (G18), Old Quad
RSVP: No bookings are required

It is normal to experience heightened stress levels when everything is due and exams are just ahead. This workshop assist you with practical skills to help calm you rbody and mind and increase your success with your studies.
 

Coming Out? Questioning Your Sexuality?

Date: Weekly on Thursday afternoons
Time: 4.00pm - 5.00pm
Venue: To be confirmed with each participant after registration of interest
RSVP: Register online

For those who are questioning their sexuality, wondering if they are Gay or Lesbian, uncertain who and how to tell, and what it means for them and their future. A space for discussion, fun, ideas and support.

Academic Skills offers the following Thesis Writing Workshops for masters by coursework students. To enrol, log into SAS, find the workshop in the ‘Events’ tab and click on RSVP.

Editing & Proofreading

Time: 4:15pm – 6.15pm
Date: Thursday 25 September
Venue: Old Arts‐Theatre C

Have you almost finished your thesis? Do you need a little motivation and guidance on how to give it the final touches so you tell your research story as effectively as possible? In this workshop we will discuss strategies to edit and revise your work. You will leave with an understanding about how to make good work even better!

Date: Thursday 9 October
Time: 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Venue: Theatre 3, Level 1, Alan Gilbert Building
RSVP: Register through Careers Online

Learn about careers in Urban Planning from our guest, Peter Mollison, who is a Senior Planner in local government with significant experience in the profession. Peter commenced his career in a planning role in state government and has since worked in three council areas ranging from from inner city to urban fringe.

Technical Advisor | Victorian Building Authority
Full-time $58,000-$66,000 + 9.5% Super
Docklands, Victoria
Applications close: Thursday 25 September

Assistant Property Manager | Elite Real Estate & Development (VIC)
Full-time Salary negotiable DOE
Melbourne, Victoria
Applications close: Saturday 27 September

Jacobs Vacation Program | Jacobs SKM
Full-time paid internship
Australia wide
Applications close: Tuesday 30 September

Trainee Development Manager | Mirvac Group
Full time rate to be confirmed
Melbourne, Victoria
Applications close: Tuesday 30 September

CAD drafter & designer | Homeworks Design
Casual $22.50 per hour
Parkdale, Victoria
Applications close: Monday 13 October

Use your student or staff login to access Careers Online to see other full time, graduate, part time and casual jobs available.

Title image credit: KINO, Armonia, 2011.