23 February 2022

Student News

If you've come on campus for O'Week, welcome back!

It's been incredible to see the campus buzzing again after being so quiet for a while, and if you haven't yet come back to campus, then we'll be ready and waiting to see you next week.

There are some really excellent opportunities in the email below this week - from experience in events and marketing, to grants, scholarships, cultural experience and exchange and much more.

So grab a cup of tea, have a look at the events and opportunities, and have an excellent week!

Important dates

21 - 25
February

Semester 1
Orientation Week

28
February

Semester 1
Teaching begins

Remember to check your Access Adelaide account, Course Planner and Critical Dates 2022 for important dates relevant for your study period.

Visit the Graduations website for specific deadlines about conferral applications.

News & opportunities

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Gain events and marketing experience as a Student Experience Director (SED)

Applications for the Adelaide University Union’s 2022 SED program are now open! Gain experience and professional development in events and marketing, and an opportunity to shape campus culture at the University of Adelaide. All students are welcome to apply (no prerequisite skills required), so find out more and apply now.

Is your ID card about to expire?

Make sure you're enrolled in your classes for the full year, then drop by any of the following locations to update your ID card:

Cards desk, level 4 Hub Central (10am - 4pm)
Ask Adelaide in Faculty offices (10am - 4pm)
Ask Adelaide (8am - 6pm)

Get wellbeing tips, direct to your inbox

Want weekly wellbeing tips to help you through the semester? The Wellbeing Tips email contains high quality, evidence-based tools and techniques, sent to you every week throughout the semester Find out more and subscribe now with the wellbeing hub.

Environmental Intern position available
Apply now for a paid 2-day per week internship with the Ecoversity team! Support sustainability strategies on campus, help to deliver Ecoversity events and campaigns, collaborate with student clubs, and create engaging communication materials. Applications close Friday 25 February - find out more here.

Star in our next TV ad

Want to feature in out University advertising and promotions? Fill in your details here and we will contact you when the next opportunity is available, and you'll be reimbursed for your time. We'll see you at the next shoot!

The Alastair McEwin Scholarship - for students with disabilities

Are you a current student with a disability? You may be eligible for the Alastair McEwin Scholarship. For scholarship details, eligibility criteria and application closure dates, check the scholarship website.

Equal Access Grant - financial assistance for first years

Are you in your first year and experiencing financial difficulty? You may be eligible for an Equal Access Grant - contact Student Care for more information. Applications close on 24th March.

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Learn about Cultural Intelligence with Global IQ Connect

Global IQ Connect is a 5-week program, in which you'll take part in workshops and group discussions to increase your cultural intelligence. Not only will this improve your employability, but your hours will count for the Adelaide Graduate Award and CaRST. Round 1 starts 15 March, so find out more now!

Do you know what's happening to support your wellbeing on campus?
Discover what's on throughout the year and get involved with Student Health & Wellbeing's new Facebook page. Check it out now to keep in the loop with events, resources and competitions.

Election of Students to Faculty Boards
Nominations for the election of students to faculty boards will be open 28 February - 7 March. Eligible students will receive an email sent from bigpulse.com containing a link to the online nomination form. Find out more on the University election website.

Events

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Kick-off your 2022 uni adventure in style

21 - 25 February
Barr Smith Lawns
After attending your degree introductory talks next week, head to Barr Smith Lawns and join the Adelaide University Union’s O’week festivities. There'll be entertainment, stalls, free food, and activities throughout the week! Get settled in and make your time at the University of Adelaide one to remember.

A quick lesson in using campus printers
28 February, drop in 9:45am to 11am or 1:45pm to 3pm - Level 3, Hub Central
Learn how to use printers and scanners (or just refresh your knowledge) on campus with this quick lesson. Drop by the pink printing area closest to Ask Adelaide anytime between 9:45am -11am or 1:45pm - 3pm.

Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan
5pm to 9pm, 2 March - Cloisters Lawns
50 years ago, Dr George Ian Ogilvie Duncan was drowned, triggering an alleged police cover-up, national outrage, a Scotland Yard investigation, pioneering gay law reform... and a glaring absence of convictions.
We invite you to join us in commemorating this moment with Watershed - a new oratorio created by some of Australia's most acclaimed talents. Book your tickets and learn more about this event here.

Graphic saying "CONNECT - free HIV tests"

HIV self-test machines - CONNECT project online workshop
8 March, 2pm - 3:30pm
The CONNECT pilot project is about to begin and will provide free HIV self-test kits to students via on-campus vending machines (North Terrace). Learn more about the project and inclusive sexual health practices at this great online workshop.

International Women's Day celebrations
8 March, 2pm to 4:30pm - Ginkgo Gate, Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Join us in celebrating International Women's Day with a series of curated walks in the Botanic Gardens, led by Professor Michelle Waycott, Chief Botanist at the State Herbarium. Numbers are strictly limited, so register now.

Meet the Leader: His Excellency Dr Thomas Fitschen, Ambassador of Germany
8 March, 10:10am to 10:55am - Elder Hall

Join His Excellency Dr Thomas Fitschen, Ambassador of Germany, and our own Professor Jacqueline Lo, Pro Vice-Chancellor (International) for a talk on Germany-Australia Relations in the Indo-Pacific Region. Register with Eventbrite, and find out more here.

Careers & Employment

Career Services and Student Employment support are free for all students.

For casual work while you study check out the Student Employment site from the AUU.
Gain internships and work experience by searching CareerHub
Find Graduate Jobs (apply before you graduate) with Career Services
Search for work at the University

The Careers team also run employer events and workshops to increase your employability, build your resume and LinkedIn profile, improve interview skills, grow your career and more.

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