2 October 2019

STUDENT NEWS

It's already October, which means Halloween is just around the corner!

We're well and truly in spring now, and flowers are blooming all around our campuses.

While spring is here, it's important to remember to look after your mental health. Next week is Mental Health Awareness week and there are plenty of events happening around campus to support you and your head space.

If you're looking to help out fellow students, take a look at the International Peer Mentor program - it's a great chance to help others and maybe learn a few things along the way!

Enjoy the weather, and take care of yourself this week.

Important dates

04 October

Semester 2
Exam timetable released by 5 pm in Access Adelaide

08 October

Term 4
Teaching begins

Please check Course Planner for details of critical and census dates for specific courses.

News and opportunities

Become a peer mentor for International Students!

Both domestic and international students are welcome to become international Peer Mentors, encouraging international students to feel at home at the university. Help out at events and gatherings too - all the while having lots of fun! Send in your application now, we look forward to meeting you!

More news and opportunities...

Maths Learning Centre and Writing Centre mid-semester break closure
Due to building works, the Maths Learning Centre and Writing Centre are closed during the whole mid-semester break, and will return to usual opening hours from 8 October.
During this time, you're welcome to use the study resources on the Maths Learning Centre and Writing Centre websites.

Dassault Systèmes Sustainability Challenge
Do you care about the planet, and have an interest in innovative green designs? The Sustainability Challenge could be for you! It's a competition where students create designs to reduce plastic to contribute to a better world. Enrol now and get a free 3DExperience licence!

Student Wellbeing Survey
Help us to help you! Tell us how you’re going and what you think the University could do to support your wellbeing, and you could go in the draw to win an Apple Watch, FitBit, or Samsung Galaxy Active! Complete the survey now!

Apply for semester 2 conferral
Applications for Semester 2 2019 conferral are now open - if you are expecting to complete your studies this year and be conferred on 31 December, you must ensure that you have an application in your account by the deadline of 2 December. Late applications cannot be accepted.

Student Media Elections
Nominations for the Student Media elections are opening on 7 October! Interested? You'll find closing dates, available positions, eligibility criteria and nomination forms on the AUU website.

Have a medical condition or disability?
You may be able to apply for Alternative Exam Arrangements (AEAs) - apply by contacting Disability Support, but keep in mind that the deadline to apply is Friday 11 October 2019. Contact Disability Support on 8313 5962 or at disability@adelaide.edu.au for more information.

Mental Health Awareness Week
Mental illness is common among university students, but stigma still prevents many people from seeking support. Mental Health Awareness Week (October 8-11) is an opportunity for the University community to stand together to show that it’s okay to ask for help if you need it. Full program of events online.

Your chance to study overseas
Thailand, Nepal or Vietnam - which country will you study in this Summer? Thanks to the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan there are $3,000 grants available for eligible students to help get you there! Find out more.

Win $50! Course Outlines redesign survey
We want to make it easier for students to get information about courses. So take this quick survey, be in the draw to win a $50 gift card and have your say on the new Course Outlines system!

Events

Film screening and panel session on building eco-resilience

9 October, 5:30 pm - Union Cinema
If you’ve been feeling dispirited about climate change, you’re not alone. During Mental Health Awareness Week, join Ecoversity and Student Life for a screening of the uplifting film '2040' followed by a session with climate change and mental health experts on building emotional resilience.

More events...

Thinking Postgraduate?
10 October, 4 pm to 5 pm - Hub Central
Nearing the end of your study and thinking postgraduate study? Come and ask us your questions regarding honours, postgraduate coursework and higher degree by research (HDR), and listen to the Adelaide Graduate Centre's presentation in the Mezzanine about HDR. Find out more.

Meditation - all students welcome!
Come along to counselling support's meditation classes - on Thursdays from 10 October. Bookings are essential and can be made by calling 8313 5663 or via email (please include your ID number when emailing). Find out more.

Education Students' Association Cocktail Night
11 October, 7 pm - Ambassador's Hotel
Join us for our Education Cocktail Party! Come along to send off the fourth years with the party they deserve before they officially become teachers. There will be plenty of food, as well as dessert and a drinks package for everyone! Discover more about the AUESA on Facebook.

Put a spring in your step
11 October, 12 pm to 3 pm - Barr Smith Lawns
The Rotaract Club, GAMES, Yoga and Drawing Club invites you to relieve your stress and get exam ready! Have a relaxing afternoon with cupcakes, yoga pose photo booth, origami, friendship bracelets, games, and learn tips to de-stress with mental health services. Flowers are blossoming, and so can you!

Publishing Principles for your Research: a Copyright and Open Access Perspective
16 October, 10:30am to 11:30am - Engineering South S111
Deciding where to publish can be difficult. In this session we'll take you through the key principles that you will need to consider, and we’ll also explore publication agreements and look at open access opportunities. Book now!

125th Anniversary of Women's Suffrage
This year South Australia celebrates the 125th anniversary of landmark legislation that enabled women – for the first time in Australia – to vote in general elections and to stand as members of Parliament. This week the light pole banners at our North Terrace campus have changed to feature past and present University students and staff who have blazed the trail for gender equality. Thank you for the incredible nominations - these banners are just one way that the University is promoting our own proud record of inclusion.

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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