20 July 2022

Student News

Ready the O'Week activities and organise your stationery - semester 2 is nearly here!

Orientation has begun again on campus, with plenty of stalls, food and bustling students - it's been excellent to see the campus come alive again. Find some of the activities that are happening over on the O'Week website.

Since semester 2 is so close, it's a good chance to double check your enrolment in Access Adelaide, and make sure you're enrolled in the right courses. You might also want to check out your MyUni, and get familiar with the courses that are already there.

Other than that, there are some excellent opportunities and events below - including the Galaxy Ball, social media opportunities and plenty more. You know what to do; read on, see what catches your eye, and have a great week (and a seamless start to the semester)!

Important dates

4 - 22
July

Semester 1 & 2
Mid-year break for students

18 - 22
July

Semester 2
Mid-year Orientation

18 - 23
July

Semester 1
Replacement / Additional Assessment exam period

Remember to check your enrolment list in 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

Are you a keen podcaster? We're hiring!

Are you passionate about student mental health and wellbeing and consider yourself creative & enthusiastic? Do you have experience creating, editing & producing podcast content? Then we would love to hear from you! To learn more about this paid opportunity within the Student Health & Wellbeing team, visit the Careers Hub.

Learn about Cultural Intelligence with Global IQ Connect (final round for this year!)
Develop your cultural intelligence during workshops and group discussions with this 5 week program (from 9 August to 8 September)! Not only will it increase your employability, but hours count towards the Adelaide Graduate Award or CaRST. Find out more here and attend the information session on 28 July.

We're hiring student TikTok content creators!
Are you passionate about sharing experiences with other students? Are you creative, fun, and know exactly what's trending on everyone's FYP? You could be our next TikTok star! Applications close on 29 July - so apply now for this paid opportunity on apply now for this paid opportunity.

Are you a postgraduate student needing financial assistance?
Are you about to commence the last semester of your Honours or Postgraduate Coursework program in Semester 2 2022? You may be eligible for an AR Riddle Grant. If you are experiencing financial hardship, apply! Contact Student Care to discuss your application. Applications close on Wednesday 17 August 2022.

Become a volunteer social media officer!
The Writing Centre and the Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) program are recruiting volunteer social media officers to assist with the promotion of these student academic skills support services. Check out the requirements for the Writing Centre or Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) volunteer social media officer roles to apply.

get yourself some hot cocoa & snuggly blanket

Help solve issues in healthcare waste management!
Show us your problem-solving prowess with the MedTech Hackathon. It's a 4-day competition to full of innovation, mentor guidance and workshops. All disciplines are welcome! Up to $1500 in cash prizes to be won with dinners and goodie bags served. Register for the info session or check out these links for details.

ACSS 2022 - The Next Generation of National Security Leaders
Are you interested in National Security? Are you a future leader? Do you want a greater understanding of Australia's foreign and defence policy challenges?
If you're studying International Relations, Law, Finance, Economics, Languages, Science, Engineering, Politics or Arts, apply as a delegate for the 2022 Australian Crisis Simulation Summit.

Events

Mid-Year Orientation

18 to 22 July
University of Adelaide - all campuses
Mid-year orientation is happening this week! Take this opportunity to connect with your peers, mentors and academics in person and virtually, settle into university life and discover the full range of services to support you through your university journey.
Visit the Orientation website for more information and to find out what's on.

Dance with the Stars!
7pm to 11pm, 22 July - Ayers House Museum
The Adelaide University Space Society is proud to present the first-ever ✨️Galaxy Ball✨️
Step onto the red carpet and join the AUSS's first-ever black-tie event for an out-of-this-world experience, with free dining and drinks! Find out more here.

Re-O'Week Sports Village
11am to 3pm, 27 & 28 July - Barr Smith Lawns, North Terrace
It's Re-O'Week time! Adelaide University Sport and Fitness staff, clubs and volunteers will be on the Barr Smith Lawn with activations, free giveaways, social sports and so much more. Show up and get involved in the fun!

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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