Library Search Skills

Being able to find and use information appropriately is a vital skill at university. The Library provides a range of self-help guides to improve your search skills.

• Get started with short videos and resources through Library Quick Bites.
• Step through the process of searching with Searching with Confidence. 
• Access details via the Library Workshop page.

Monday 12 August – Friday 16 August 

Using AI tools for study

Using AI tools for study: A guide introducing artificial intelligence (AI), how it can help you when studying at university, and explaining when it’s not appropriate or acceptable to use such tools.

Monday 12 August – Friday 16 August 

EndNote Support

EndNote is a bibliographic database and reference management application. This session will provide:

• EndNote workshops to step you through how to import and organise citations so you can easily add them to your assignments. Ideal if you’re dealing with a large number of references across various projects.
• Support with navigating EndNote webpage with information about downloading EndNote, FAQs, and guides.

Monday 12 August – Friday 16 August 

Flinders University Student Support Services Information - City Campus

Come and speak to the team who can help you discover all the support services the University offers – from Academic support, health and wellbeing to Careers and Employment.

Monday 12 August | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
City Campus | Level 2 (next to Student Services Lounge) 

Meet the Employer: Casual Jobs with the SANFL to boost your skills for success

Come along and meet Matthew from SANFL and find out about casual work while you study – as an umpire. These positions are guaranteed paid work that is perfect for all students and with no experience necessary.

Features:

• easy application process
• all training included
• tax-free earnings
• open to all including International Students

Monday, 12 August | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 
City Campus | Level 2 (next to Student Services Lounge)  

Library Search Skills

Being able to find and use information appropriately is a vital skill at university.

The Library provides a range of self-help guides to improve your search skills. Get started with short videos and resources through Library Quick Bites or step through the process of searching with Searching with Confidence.

In person:
Monday 12 August | 10.00 am – 11:00 am 
City Campus| Flinders City Campus Library, Level 4 

Online session:
Monday 12 August | 2.30 pm – 3:30 pm 
Access livestream

Ask us anything about AI

Generative AI is changing our world and providing new ways to engage with information we never thought possible. But what does this mean for how we approach and produce assignments at university? Come ask us anything about AI and get a better idea of how you can and cannot use AI for your study and assignments.

Tuesday 13 August | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Bedford Park | Student Hub | Ground Floor 

Career Curious? Meet the Career Readiness Team!

Career curious? Come along and connect with the Career Readiness Team to find out how we can assist and support you to create career success during – and after – your time at Flinders!

Tuesday 13 August | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 
Bedford Park | Student Hub |Ground floor

Meet the Employer: Casual Jobs with the SANFL to boost your skills for success

Come along and meet Matthew from SANFL and find out about casual work while you study – as an umpire. These positions are guaranteed paid work that is perfect for all students and with no experience necessary.

Features:

• easy application process
• all training included
• tax-free earnings
• open to all including International Students

Tuesday 13 August | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 
Bedford Park | Student Hub | Ground Floor 

Library Services Information

Come talk to us and find out how the library can help you succeed in your studies. Meet the library’s mascot Professor Quacktackular! Find out about our five campus libraries with welcoming study spaces and bookable rooms. Learn how to get support from out friendly librarians and access your course readings online. 

Tuesday 13 August | 12.00 pm – 2:00 pm 
Bedford Park | Student Hub | Ground Floor  

Flinders University Student Support Services Information - Bedford Park

Come and speak to the team who can help you discover all the support services the University offers – from Academic support, health and wellbeing to Careers and Employment.

Tuesday 13 August | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Bedford Park Campus | Student Hub | Ground Floor 

Library Search Skills 

Being able to find and use information appropriately is a vital skill at university. The Library provides a range of self-help guides to improve your search skills. Get started with short videos and resources through Library Quick Bites or step through the process of searching with Searching with Confidence.

In person:
Tuesday 13 August | 11.30 am – 12:30 pm 
Flinders Medical Centre| Flinders Medical Library 

Mindfulness for Academic Success (Drop-in)

Mindfulness is about being present and engaged in each moment of our lives. It is something you can learn, and research shows it can improve wellbeing and academic performance and reduce evaluation anxiety.

Join us to practice some mindfulness exercises and learn some practical skills around developing focus, reducing stress and anxiety and dealing with procrastination. 

Tuesday August 13, 12:10pm-12:50pm
Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre Common Room

No booking necessary

Career Curious? Meet the Career Readiness and WIL Support Teams!

Career curious? Come along and connect with the Career Readiness and WIL Support Teams to find out how we can assist and support you to create career success during – and after – your time at Flinders!

Our specialist WIL Support Team will be able to provide valuable advice and tips to our CSE students who are searching, applying or preparing for their placements.

Visit with us and start designing your own amazing future.

Wednesday 14 August | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 
Tonsley Campus | Ground floor, main foyer entrance

Flinders University Student Support Services Information - Tonsley

Come and speak to the team who can help you discover all the support services the University offers – from Academic support, health and wellbeing to Careers and Employment.

Wednesday 14 August | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Tonsley Campus | Ground floor, main foyer entrance

Library Search Skills

Being able to find and use information appropriately is a vital skill at university.

The Library provides a range of self-help guides to improve your search skills. Get started with short videos and resources through Library Quick Bites or step through the process of searching with Searching with Confidence.

In person:
Wednesday 14 August | 11.30 am – 12:30 pm 
Bedford Park| Flinders Central Library | Level 2 | The Commons

Life Hacks Drop-in session: STRESS LESS & MANAGE ANXIETY

Life Hacks will provide you with practical tools, techniques and strategies in a fun and light way to improve both your wellbeing and academic performance. In this workshop, you will learn to make stress your friend and not your enemy and how to keep it at a level where it can be helpful and not a hindrance and spur you on to academic and personal success. No booking necessary.

Wednesday August 14 | 2pm-3pm
Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre Common Room

Wellbeing Success Activities - Forest Walk 

Spending time in nature has been shown to support cognitive function, reduce and generally improve wellbeing. Join chaplain Dave for some time in nature right on our doorstep! Please ensure you wear closed footwear and appropriate clothing. Don’t forget your water bottle!

Wednesday August 14 | 11am-12pm
Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre Common Room

Wellbeing Success Activities - Midday Meditation

Meditation which is a guided process focused on breathing and based on mindfulness principles. Participants have noted feeling calmer, have greater clarity of thought, concentration, and perspective, and increased feelings of success and wellbeing. No experience is necessary, Chaplain Dave will guide you through it.

Wednesday August 14 | 12pm
Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre Common Room

Conversation Group: What does/could success look like for you?

A relaxed an informal opportunity to explore success in a safe and welcoming environment. Facilitated by Chaplain Dave Williamson. No booking necessary.

Wednesday August 14 | 1pm - 2pm
Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre Lounge 

Flinders University Student Support Services Information - Sturt

Come and speak to the team who can help you discover all the support services the University offers – from Academic support, health and wellbeing to Careers and Employment.

Thursday 15 August | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Sturt Precinct | Sturt North N101 (By College Services Reception area)

Library Search Skills

Being able to find and use information appropriately is a vital skill at university.

The Library provides a range of self-help guides to improve your search skills. Get started with short videos and resources through Library Quick Bites or step through the process of searching with Searching with Confidence.

In person:
Thursday 15 August | 11.30 am – 12:30 pm 
Sturt Precinct | Sturt Library, Foyer on Level 3 

Flinders University Student Support Services Information - Bedford Park

Come and speak to the team who can help you discover all the support services the University offers – from Academic support, health and wellbeing to Careers and Employment.

Friday 16 August | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Bedford Park Campus | Student Hub | Ground Floor 

Library Search Skills

Being able to find and use information appropriately is a vital skill at university.

The Library provides a range of self-help guides to improve your search skills. Get started with short videos and resources through Library Quick Bites or step through the process of searching with Searching with Confidence.

Online session:
Friday 16 August | 10.00 am – 11:00 am 

Access livestream

Wellbeing Success Activities - Midday Meditation

Meditation which is a guided process focused on breathing and based on mindfulness principles. Participants have noted feeling calmer, have greater clarity of thought, concentration, and perspective, and increased feelings of success and wellbeing. No experience is necessary, Chaplain Dave will guide you through it.

Friday August 16 | 12pm
Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre Common Room

Conversation Group: What does/could success look like for you?

A relaxed an informal opportunity to explore success in a safe and welcoming environment. Facilitated by Chaplain Dave Williamson. No booking necessary.

Friday August 16 | 1pm - 2pm
Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre Lounge