27 February 2019

STUDENT NEWS

What a scorching week!

If you've come along to O'Week in this heat, thanks for joining in and making the effort. We've still got plenty more events on through the week, so check them out on the O'Week planner and the AUU website, but make sure to take care in the heat, too.

Don't forget that the Hub will host Market Day tomorrow, and every Wednesday during the semester - for more information, check here.

Finally, it's a good idea to check MyUni for course info and to familiarise yourself with it. Good luck for week one!

Important dates

01
March

University wide
Last day of O'Week

04
March

Semester 1
Teaching begins

News

Course readings

This year you will have a new way of accessing your readings in MyUni. Click on links to articles, books or book chapters directly in your course modules, or click on Course Readings (on the left navigation menu in MyUni) to see the full list. Further information

More news...

Win $100 and learn about the Adelaide Graduate Award
Attend our Student Panel on 5 March (12:10 pm) to hear first-hand experiences from students doing the Award and ask your questions. You'll be in the running to win a $100 door-prize, just by attending! Register now

Want to know what it's like to study Virtual Reality?
Be prepared for a digital future with VR. Find out more here. ua.edu.au/vr

University Security Office has relocated
North Terrace Security office is now located in the ground floor of the Oliphant building, but all Security operations remain the same in every other respect. Further information available on the Security website.

Crisis support phone line for students
The University Crisis Line offers out of hours support, available 365 days a year from 5pm to 9 am Monday to Friday and 24 hours a day on weekends and public holidays. The service is free and you can contact them on 1300 167 654 or Text 0488 884 197
More information

Equal Access Grant for first year students
Equal Access Grant applications are now open for first year undergraduate students experiencing financial difficulties. For more information contact Student Care to discuss further.

Removal of bike locks
Bike parking is available on campus, however spaces cannot be ‘reserved’ by leaving locks on them overnight or on weekends. Bike locks left on bike racks are periodically removed and bikes left on University grounds for over 30 days are deemed 'abandoned' and are gifted to a not-for profit organisation.

Opportunities

Calling female rugby players!
The University of Adelaide Roma's are on the lookout for female athletes. Through February, come and try this fully funded, elite athlete friendly program, and participate in local competitions in March/April.
All welcome, no matter your level of experience! More information.

RCC Fringe - Week 2 giveaway!
Come and enjoy RCC Fringe for FREE and spread the good word. This week we have double passes to The Tiger Lillies: Edgar Allan Poe’s Haunted Palace, Bourgois & Maurice, and The Duke. Quantities are limited so be quick and do not miss out! Enter now.

Intern or study abroad in France!
Apply now for the Nicolas Baudin program and your chance for either a travel grant for students taking part in an exchange program/study abroad, or internships from French universities and industry partners.
Applications close 15 April - find out more.

15-25 years old? Interested in Parliament?
Apply now to be a part of the YMCA South Australia’s Youth Parliament, but hurry! Applications close 10 March. For more information, visit our website or contact Susan (yp.comms@ymca.org.au or (08) 8200 2514).

Events

Student Media’s Union House Party

The teams from On Dit and Student Radio are joining forces to turn Union House upside down for one night only. Join for the fun and you'll get cheap drinks, free pizza and much more! The house is yours for the night, and you won’t even have to clean up in the morning!

MORE INFO

More events...

AUU O'Week 25 February - 1 March
Check out the Union's O'Week guide to events, BBQs and giveaways here.

Sing with AUCS - an introductory rehearsal
Tuesday 5 March 7 pm - 10 pm, Madley Rehearsal Studio
The Adelaide University Choral Society (AUCS) is holding an introductory rehearsal for potential new members. More info

Re-creating Two Feet: Meryl Tankard
6 March 5:30 - 8 pm Mercury Cinema
Acclaimed Australian choreographer Dr. Maggie Tonkin will show footage of her own performance of Two Feet, and discuss her creative process in Re-Creating "Two Feet": Meryl Tankard. Register here.

Get More Fest 4 - 5 March, Maths Lawns
Can’t get enough O’Week action? Well lucky you, because we’re kicking on into Week 1 with more giveaways, more activities, more free lunches, more of everything at Get More Fest!

Psychology Students' Association Welcome BBQ
8 March 10 am - 4 pm, Walter Young Gardens
Whether you're a psych student or not, grab some snags at Walter Young Gardens (outside Lower Napier) on your way to class! Further info.

Achievements

Top 100 Future Leaders Competition

Eight students from the University of Adelaide were selected as finalists in the Top 100 Future Leaders Competition, completing a series of activities that mirror the graduate recruitment process. Congratulations to Natalie Ormond, Ellysia Oldsen, Alexa Nguyen, Chuyue Qin, Keilah David, Zhamilya Sabazova, Victoria Myers and Emiliana Soulio who were shortlisted from over 2000 students and flown to Sydney to compete against Australian University students. If you would like to know more about entering the 2020 competition, visit the Careers Service just outside Hub Central near the wooden steps.

Careers & employment

The Adelaide University Union advertises part time work for current students on the paid vacancies page from Employment Services.

Career Services are free for all students. CareerHub features a jobs board of opportunities related to your studies including paid work experience and graduate roles. The Careers team also run employer events and workshops to increase employability, build resumes, improve your interview skills and more.

Looking for work at the University? Take a look at the currently available opportunities.

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