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Kia ora koutouAs we begin our first week of semester, it looks a little different from what we were expecting, but kei te pai. Studying from home can often come with its own set of challenges, so we ask you to take care of yourselves, stay connected, and remember that Student Services are here to support you if you need help. Even though we have been through lockdown before, these can be uncertain, challenging times and so a little kindness and compassion can go a long way, as we navigate the next few days together. Self-care is super important and so is reaching out if you are struggling or need to connect. We are here for you. Unitec Student Council | Te Kaunihera Ākonga o WairakaAs your Unitec Student Council, we are here for you and can help connect you to the right support and service. More information can be found on our webpage and we encourage you to get connected with us via our facebook channel @UnitecStudentCouncil. Studying off-campusWe've put together a short list of things for you to help your studies in this first week as we study and learn off-campus Contact DetailsPlease ensure that your contact details are up to date in your Unitec portal. This will help Unitec hold the most up-to-date contact details including your phone, email and address in the event you need to be contacted. IT SupportUnitec's plans to continue teaching during this, and future, campus closures will require access to digital devices and the internet. If you have limited or no access to an appropriate device (i.e. something bigger than a smartphone) and/or limited access to the internet (either due to a lack of access or limited data caps), please inform your lecturer so Unitec can consider how best to support distance learning for you. NB: The following link provides a map showing identified free wifi access which you may find helpful: https://www.wifimap.io/2165-auckland-free-wifi/map Echo 360 and ZoomWhere possible, classes will be taught as per the current timetable using Echo 360 or Zoom. Check announcements from your lecturer in Moodle, email or Google Classroom for details in the way your class is being delivered. Course content and updatesMuch of your course content will be available via Moodle or Google Classroom, including announcements specific to your class/es. Please be sure to check this regularly to keep up to date with any additional content for your courses. Unitec Student ServicesFor student support services, you can call 0800 10 75 10. For a list of the services available, head to the A-Z directory of Unitec Student Services. Click and Collect - Library and PrintThe Library and Copy Centre will be operating a click and collect service if you need from Tuesday 2 March 2021. For information on the process, please head to the following pages for more information Healthcare and CounsellingTe Puna Waiora Medical Centre will remain open for phone and virtual consultations. If you think you need a face to face consultation, phone first on 0800 10 85 10 to talk with a nurse or doctor. Staff and students can also get a COVID test at Te Puna Waiora, by appointment only. If you think you need a test, please phone: 0800 10 85 10, and you’ll be given instructions and an appointment time. If you are unwell, stay home and if you are showing any flu, cold or COVID symptoms, call your doctor or the Healthline immediately for advice on getting tested. The Ministry of Health website contains a list of locations of interest – please check this list and read the instructions on what to do if you or someone in your household were in one or more of the locations at the specified times. Stay ConnectedPlease reach out to Unitec services for study and well-being support. Again, your Student Council are also available via our Facebook page. Kia Kaha, Kia Maia, Kia Manawanui We got this.
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