1 June 2022

Student News

We acknowledge the Kaurna people, the original custodians of the Adelaide Plains and the land on which the University of Adelaide's campuses at North Terrace, Waite and Roseworthy are built.

Important dates

6
June

Trimester 2
Last day to add courses online

9
June

Trimester 2
Census date

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 & events

Face to Face: Embracing Portraiture

Exhibition open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm from 23 May to 24 June
Ira Raymond Exhibition Room, Barr Smith Library
A rare opportunity to see highlights of the University’s portrait collection, "Face to Face" presents artworks by acclaimed Australian artists. As the centrepiece, a new portrait depicting Kaurna Elder, Uncle Rodney O’Brien, will be displayed for the first time. The exhibition also includes researcher stories about the human face.

Starting Tuesday 14 June 2022, Student Success Advisors for all Arts programs move to Level 1, Marjoribanks. All in-person program advice and enrolment support for the Faulty of Arts, Business, Economics and Law will then be provided at the ABLE Student Support Hub in Marjoribanks. Remote support options stay the same!

Become an Academic Integrity Ambassador (Student volunteer role)

The Student Academic Skills Team is recruiting volunteer Ambassadors to join their team. If you would like to foster a culture of Academic Integrity at the University, build your leadership skills, and demonstrate your commitment to integrity to future employers, we would love to hear from you! Learn more here.

Help prevent sexual violence and harassment
MATE bystander awareness workshops are free, 3-hour workshops for current students.This is an education and intervention program is designed to teach students how to recognise sexual violence and have the confidence to speak out and offer help. Find session times and learn more on the website.

Mental Health First Aid Training

In this free two day course, you'll learn the signs and symptoms of mental health problems, where and how to get help and what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective. For more information visit the website, and email Jill Allen to register.

Your library loan periods have been extended

The library has revised the standard loan period - extending the previous 10 week loan period to 12 weeks. Find out more on the website.

Events

Adelaide University Choral Society presents Vivaldi Gloria

5 June, 5pm

Wesley Uniting Church, Kent Town
Need a distraction from final assignments? Join the Adelaide University Choral Society for an evening of Vivaldi! Student tickets are $15, general admission is $20. Find out more here.

Improve your chances of application success

2 June, 12pm to 1pm - Hub Central Seminar Room, Level 3 Barr Smith South
Are you applying for a sustainability-related internship, volunteer role or entry-level position? Learn about how to format your CV and cover letter for maximum impact; highlight your skills and experience (or lack of); and improve your chances of success. Discover the biggest mistakes applicants make and how to avoid them with this one-hour workshop!

Free MATE Bystander Training: Changing Culture (Preventing Sexual Harm)
7 June, 9:30am to 12:30pm - Barr Smith South room 2040
This free 3-hour workshop aims to educate and empower students to be leaders in the prevention of sexual violence and harassment. The program is designed to teach students how to recognise sexual violence in its various forms and have the confidence to speak out and offer help. Find out more and register on the wellbeing website.

Les Miserables - presented by Elder Conservatorium Music Theatre
Various times, 20 to 26 June - Scott Theatre
Do you hear the people sing? This is your chance to see the iconic stage production Les Miserables, performed by our very own Elder Conservatorium Music Theatre. Find out more and buy tickets here, and we'll see you there!

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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