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12 October 2022

Student News

With a week behind us, hopefully you’re feeling settled back in and ready to take on the rest of the year!

With the world steadily opening back up, it's a great time to start planning some travel. If you want to study part of your degree abroad, Study Overseas has got you covered. Applications are open now to study at great universities all over the world. So now’s your chance to plan your next big adventure!

While you're still here, why not have a peek at this week’s great events and opportunities below?

Important dates

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

Your timetable and academic results can be found on MyAdelaide.

Visit the Graduations website for specific deadlines about conferral applications.

News & opportunities

Applications now open for international exchange programs!

Want to study abroad during your degree? Through an exchange, you can study at one of our overseas partner universities. Applications for Semester 2, 2023 Outbound Exchange Programs are now open until 31 October 2022. Visit the Study Overseas website for information about programs, eligibility requirements, application, funding and more.

Looking to study in Asia? Scholarship applications now open
This is your chance to spend time studying at one of Asia's leading universities with a $12,250 Westpac Asian Exchange Scholarship. You'll also be able to develop your leadership skills, expand your global network and embrace the host culture. Apply here, or contact Study Overseas for more information.

COVID Vaccination Clinic - North Terrace campus
On 19 October, SA Health will be running a drop-in COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the North Terrace campus. Students and staff are welcome to attend the Ira Raymond Exhibition Room in the Barr Smith Library between 10am and 3pm to obtain their relevant vaccination. More information.

University of Adelaide 150th Anniversary Survey
In 2024, the University of Adelaide will celebrate its 150th anniversary and we are seeking your view on how to best mark the occasion. Submit the survey and go into the draw to win a double pass to Guitarissimo, presented by the Elder Conservatorium!

Adelaide Journal of Social Sciences is now live!
The Adelaide Journal of Social Sciences (AJSS) is a multi-disciplinary journal published by post-graduate students from the School of Social Sciences at the University of Adelaide. Submissions are now open! Find out more on our website. If you have any questions please email: ajss@adelaide.edu.au

Space Audit - North Terrace
You may notice (or already have noticed) auditors popping into your class on the North Terrace campus throughout this week (10 - 15 October). This is just an hourly head count of teaching spaces on campus, to help direct future plans and prioritise upgrades - if you have any questions, please email Unispace.

Draft Sustainability Strategy (for feedback)
The University has developed the draft Sustainability Strategy: Here for Good to magnify our sustainability impact. We are seeking your feedback to ensure the voices of our students are heard. Find out more and go in the draw to win one of ten $100 Ecolateral or Patagonia vouchers.

Events

Week 2 of Mental Health Awareness month has started!

Connect, get crafty and relax with this week's events for Mental Health Awareness month!
Check out the Pride Club's afternoon tea, group work skills with the Disability, Illness and Divergence Association (DIDA) or take part in some Mario Kart. The entertainment continues next week with a movie night and some mindful craft with DIDA.
Check out the full list of events here, or learn more about Mental Health Awareness month here.

Week 3 of Mental Health Awareness month will see a weather installation arrive in Hub Central
From Monday 17th October there will be daily opportunities to get creative, pause for 5 minutes and take part in this unique opportunity to transform cloudy skies into something beautiful. You may just find your temperament brightening too. 

Are you a student with a disability? Join KPMG's information session
19 October, 1:10pm - Hub Central Seminar Room
Meet with KPMG members to hear about career development  and support of neurodivergent employees, and the the KPMG Embrace Disability Support Network. Register now via CareerHub!

'Thinking Postgraduate?' Expo
20 October, 2:30pm to 5:30pm - Hub Central
Want to specialise in your existing field of study or change careers altogether? Drop by anytime from 2:30pm to 5:30pm to chat with faculty staff and academics about Postgraduate program opportunities. Program Leaders will also be delivering presentations on the day, so register now to attend these. 

Diwali Celebration on campus
25 October, 5pm to 8pm - Maths Lawns, North Terrace Campus
You are invited to join this free Diwali Celebration, with food trucks, performers, music, ceremony, and LIGHTS! Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists in communities across different parts of the world. Register online 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 YouX.
• 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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