27 October 2021

Student News

Exams season is around the corner.

If you are sitting for a ProctorU exam, it’s vitally important that you take the ProctorU practice test available in MyUni before your scheduled exam. Sitting through the ProctorU test only takes 15 mins and will ensure that you understand the process, that your technology works and you are set-up in the correct environment.

If any of these fail during the practice test, you will have time to fix the issues before your actual exams. It's also important to test your equipment and take your actual exam in the same environment (and using the same equipment) as a successful practice test. Make sure you allow 3 days to schedule your practice test (meaning you can't do it just before exams start!). Call
Ask Adelaide if you need help or get stuck.

Hope that didn’t frighten you! 🎃💀 In this edition we have some great study and support resources and some surveys that might just win you a prize. Good luck with studies and exams over the next few weeks and happy Halloween to all the 'Trick and Treaters'.👻

Important Dates & times

29 October

Semester 2
Last day to withdraw fail (WF)

6 - 20 November

Semester 2
Exam period

It's important that you check your Access Adelaide account, Course Planner and Critical Dates 2021 for important dates relevant for your study period.

Visit the Graduations website for specific deadlines about conferral applications.

Study & revision assistance

Revise with Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)

Do you need some help with studies as exams are drawing close? Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) are available to help you in a broad range of subject areas. You can check revision session times for your course on MyUni.

Need help with Maths?
You can drop-in at the Maths Learning Centre (MLC) to talk to a friendly tutor, or access the service online. The MLC is open 10 am to 4 pm on weekdays (Adelaide time) until the end of exams. If your courses are maths intensive, you’ll receive emails about revision workshops. All past revision seminars are available on the website for you to view any time.

Need help writing an essay or a report?
The Writing Centre could be the place for you. You can make an appointment for an online or a face-to-face session for exam strategies, study skills and final assignment support. Appointments are available 10 am to 4 pm on weekdays throughout SWOT and exam weeks. New appointments become available four days in advance, so keep checking back throughout the week.

It's survey time!

The Adelaide University Union(AUU) want your feedback

Here's your chance to tell us what you think: the Annual AUU Student Survey is now open. Help improve the student experience and go in the draw to win loads of different prizes. Complete your survey early for more chances to win. Early bird prizes close Friday 5 November.

Changes to your Printing Service
Got some feedback about your printing experience on campus? Help us by completing this short survey on the printing service available to you throughout the University. It will only take 2 – 3 minutes and you might win a coffee and cake voucher.

Climate Action & Sustainability Survey
The University is working on a new environmental Sustainability Strategy
2022 -2030 and is eager to hear from you to support its development. Share your ideas by completing this Climate Action & Sustainability Survey and enter a draw to win a $50 JB HI-FI voucher.

News, opportunities & events

Kick Back Shack in Hub Central

1 – 5 November, North Terrace & Roseworthy campuses
The Union has once again arranged the Kick Back Shack for SWOT week. There will be board games, colouring books, arcade games and massage chairs to help you relax. It's under the Mezz on level 4 of the HUB.

2022 Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) Leader Applications Are Now Open
Have you excelled in your course and enjoy helping others? Share your knowledge, support new students, and develop your leadership skills and experience as a PASS Leader. Applications for PASS leadership positions are now open for Semester 1, 2022. Check out the details on the website to apply.

Talk Campus
Currently enrolled students are able to access this wellbeing and mental health support app for free, to interact safely and anonymously in their preferred language with an online supportive peer-to-peer community who are going through similar struggles. More information.

Together Wherever Challenge - International Students
All current international students are invited to join the Together Wherever Challenge - a series of fun mini activities designed to help you connect with other students and the University. Earn points for each activity you complete, and win prizes including a Nintendo Switch OLED. Entries close Friday 5 November.

Last Market day of the year during SWOT week
Wednesday 3 November, Hub Central
Our Market day vendors will be here next week, providing your favourite Portuguese tarts and savoury pasties. Market day will kick off again from Semester 1, 2022.

FREE bike engraving
Wednesday 3 November, 10 am to 1 pm
– Western Courtyard, Hub Central
Keep your bike safe. Drop by the Hub Central's Western Courtyard to have your details engraved for free by SAPOL(South Australia Police). It's organised by the university security office.

Applications Open for Global Social Impact Program
The Virtual Global Social Impact Program connects students with the Indo-Pacific region by working with innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders on real-world social or environmental challenges. This online, multi-disciplinary program, offered by Unbound, is supported by the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan and $2500 mobility grants are available for eligible students.

Tax Help - Contact now for a free on-campus appointment
As a student of the University you may be eligible to receive free tax help. A free on-campus service is available to assist students with simple tax returns if your income was less than $60,000 in 2020/2021. Contact Student Care for an appointment. Tax Help deadline is now 30 November.

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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