Ping! Edition 11 - 29th May 2019

Dear Student,

Ping! is your news from Flinders University in the one email, every week of semester. In this edition read about:

Your chance to win 1 of 15 cinema gift cards
Get yourself an industry mentor
Test your strength in the Hub!
Empire Times contributor shout out
Expand your art/design knowledge in Indonesia

Student Council vacancies nominate now
Adelaide Thinkers in Residence events
Do you need help with FLO?
Queer Ball 2019
and more!

Your chance to win 1 of 15 $30 movie vouchers

We want you to help shape the future of student support, services and facilities at Flinders. If you have a spare 5 to 10 minutes, give us your feedback through the Flinders University Student Survey. Every student that participates can go into a draw to win 1 of 15 $30 Event Cinema gift cards. Take the survey. Terms and conditions available on the survey page.

Get yourself an industry mentor

Having a mentor can help you become job ready, by giving you an insight into industries and jobs that interest you. It will also help build your professional network, before you leave uni. The Flinders professional mentoring program has been relaunched and to celebrate we are running a competition. Tell us the top three qualities you look for in a mentor for your chance to win a $20 Officeworks voucher. Read more about the professional networking program.

Test your strength in the Hub!

Mens Health Week is coming up. To celebrate, the team at Flinders University Sport and Fitness will be in the Bedford Park Hub next Wednesday 5 June from 10am to 2pm. Pop in on the day for a free health check, body composition analysis, nutrition advice, and giveaways. There will also be a chance to participate in games on the day, including a beer stein holding strength competition! All welcome.

Empire Times contributor shout out

Do you have a story you want to tell? Is there an issue youre passionate about? Or do you want to develop your writing skills? Consider joining the team at Empire Times! They are currently on the lookout for writers of all backgrounds, ages, and talents, as well as more artists and photographers. Read more.

Expand your art and design knowledge in Indonesia

Earn credit towards your Flinders degree with the ACICIS Creative Arts and Design Professional Practicum (CADPP) for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Over six weeks, the CADPP will expose you to the vibrancy of contemporary Indonesian arts and cultural production, combining academic elements with hands-on practical creative production experience. The CADPP will run from 2 January to 15 February 2020. Funding is available to eligible students to help cover costs. Read more.

Adelaide Thinkers in Residence events

As part of Adelaide Thinkers in Residence, world-leading innovation experts Allyson Hewitt and Dr Ilse Treurnicht will share their unique experiences and knowledge over a series of events.

The MaRS Model with Thinker in Residence Allyson Hewitt
How do we create a successful innovation district in Adelaide with social purpose at its core? Find out how the MaRS DD, on the site of a former public hospital, became one of the most significant Canadian innovation precincts.
Thursday 6 June | 11.30am 1pm | Flinders University Victoria Square | Register. AND Wednesday 12 June | 12.30pm 2pm | Flinders University Victoria Square | Register.

Shift.ed with Thinkers in Residence | Allyson Hewitt
Are you trying to do good or change the world but struggle with how to deliver impact collaboratively? Then join the next Shift.ed masterclass.
Tuesday 4 June | 3pm 4pm | Flinders University Victoria Square | Register.

Student Council vacancies nominate now

If youre passionate about student representation, welfare and rights, then consider nominating for the Student Council. Nominations are now open for Indigenous Student Officer, Mature Age Officer and Disabilities Officer, each to hold office from 19 June to 30 November 2019. The nomination form and instructions on how to nominate can be found on the FUSA website.

Do you need help with FLO?

If youre having trouble with Flinders Learning Online (FLO), help is available. Take a look at FLO Student Support online. You can also contact the FLO Student Helpdesk for help with non-course related questions. For example, difficulty accessing FLO or with your FAN/ password, or if you are unsure how to use the FLO tools such as mail, quiz and discussions.

You can contact the Helpdesk: in person at Level 1 of the Central Library (during opening hours) | By calling 1300 354 633 (select option 3) | or by emailing flo.student@flinders.edu.au

Reminder: Student Forum with University leadership Monday

Students studying in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work are invited to attend a student forum with the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Colin Stirling and Deputy Vice Chancellor (Students), Professor Clare Pollock. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions directly to University leadership about issues important to you.

Date: Monday 3 June | Time: 11am 11.50am | Location: North Theatre 3 (map ref G8). If you are unable to attend in person, you can view via live stream on the day here.

Halfway through Law? Experience professional opportunities with real clients

The Flinders Legal Clinic (formerly known as Flinders Legal Advice Clinic) is a community legal centre staffed by law students under the supervision of qualified legal practitioners. It is an ideal way to practice and perfect your practical skills before, during and after placements and before entering into practice yourself. In Semester 2, we plan to offer live-client clinics, and up to three other clinics with a focus on either entrepreneur business, a law reform, or community engagement. Apply for the Flinders Legal Clinic before midnight Tuesday 4 June using the online application form.
If you have any questions, please email flacplacements@flinders.edu.au

What students have said about the Legal Clinic:

"It is the specialised, finely honed skills and experience that I acquired at [the legal clinic], that has appealed to law firms and substantially contributed to my success in obtaining clerkships

[The Flinders Legal Clinic] gave me an opportunity to make mistakes and learn so I didnt have to repeat those mistakes at paid clerkships and as a practising solicitor. I couldnt ask for a better grounding than [the legal clinic].


	Cultural adjustment tips for international students One of the first things you will need to think about while studying in Australia is adapting to a new culture. You would have noticed cultural differences in your studies and in the lifestyle. Here are some quick tips to help you adjust to the cultural differences while studying in Australia.
	Cuppa with ISS - Eid Mubarak celebration at Oasis This year, International Student Services (ISS) in collaboration with Perhimpunan Pelajar Indonesia Australia (Flinders) PPIA, Flinders University Bangladeshi Student Association (FUBSA), the Saudi Student Association and Flinders University Muslim Association (FUMA) is hosting the Eid celebration at the Oasis Community and Wellbeing Centre on Friday 7 June from 2.30pm to 4.00pm. All international students are welcome!
	Barossa Valley Day Tour 1 June 2019 International Student Services (ISS) invites all international students (and domestic students who would like to join them) on a day trip to the world-famous Barossa Valley wine region this Saturday, 1 June ($35 per person). Along with visiting beautiful wineries, youll also get to experience the Whispering Wall and see Worlds Biggest Rocking Horse. The bus leaves from the Registry Steps (outside the Bedford Park Hub map ref K10) at 9am and returns at 5.30pm. For more information and details on how to book, click here.
	Medibank App Students with Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) through the Universitys preferred provider Medibank, can now manage their health cover more conveniently by downloading the Medibank OSHC App. You can download via the App Store or get it on Google Play. For more information about the App see the Medibank website. For more information about Medibank OSHC see the Frequently Asked Questions.


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Masquerade Queer Ball 2019 The Queer Ball is set to be a magical event of food, drinks, performers, inclusiveness and fun. Set in the Chateau Apollo, The Queer Society, Pride Club of the University of Adelaide & University of South Australia Rainbow Club are bringing an event that cant be missed. More info on the Facebook event page. Friday 31 May \| 7.30pm \| Chateau Apollo \| Cost: $55-65
Free drumming workshops on Tuesdays Want to relieve stress and have fun at the same time? Join a free drumming workshop with renowned local percussionist Ryszard Pusz. Drumming workshops are held every Tuesday from 4pm to 5pm in the Pendopo at Bedford Park (map ref. G6). Read more.
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