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Ping! Edition 15 - 26th June 2019

Uni life Ping! 2019 Ping! Edition 15 - 26th June 2019

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Dear Student


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

 

  • WIN 1 of 10 FREE coffees. Just find the FREE beanie article
  • Topic results released
  • What is a supplementary exam and how do I know if I have one?
  • Good luck to the students heading to the World University Games!
  • Woo hoo! Mr Wuhu Sushi to open soon on campus
  • Don't study on an empty stomach! Get FREE meals and snacks
  • Improve your fitness in just 10 weeks
  • Set yourself up for career success
  • SET surveys now open; and more!


Topic results released

Semester 1 topic results will be released by 5pm on Friday 19 July. You can view your results in the Student System (access through Okta).
 

What is a supplementary exam and how do I know if I have one?

If you fail a topic and receive a mark between 45% to 49%, you ll automatically be awarded a supplementary exam. This gives you a second chance to pass the topic. Supplementary exam(s) will be indicated on your topic results in the Student System (e.g. F/A). You ll also be notified by email. In Semester One, the supplementary exam period is 22 to 27 July. The supplementary examination timetable will be released on Saturday 20 July. 

(Note: some supplementary exams held by the Topic Coordinator or College may be scheduled outside of these dates. You will be notified if this is the case). See the
Assessment Policy and Procedures for more information.
 
Good luck to the students heading to the World Uni Games!

Congratulations and good luck to the Flinders University athletes that have been selected to participate in the World University Games next month in Naples, Italy! Students Jack Rossiter and Emma Adams comprise two of the five-person Australian shooting team, giving Flinders fantastic representation in the event. Riley Cocks rounds out the Flinders contingent - previously finishing in eighth place in the Men s 10,000m running event, he has his sights set on bettering that result and will also compete in the half marathon this year. Read more.
 
Woo hoo! Mr Wuhu Sushi to open soon at Bedford park

Who wants quick, tasty, healthy sushi? We heard you and in response to your requests, we re bringing Mr Wuhu sushi to campus. From Semester 2, you can check out our newest retailer. You ll be able to choose from sushi hand rolls and specialist sushi, as well as yummy rice bowls. You ll find Mr Wuhu in the shop previously occupied by Nutrition Republic in the Plaza next to STA Travel. Welcome to Flinders Mr Wuhu!
 

Don t study on an empty stomach! Get FREE meals and snacks 

If you re at Bedford Park, stop by the FUSA front desk (Level 1 of the Student Hub, map ref J10) after 11am to pick up an instant meal. You can use the microwaves in the Library or the ground level of the Hub to heat them up. The instant meals will be made available through the exam period until they run out. They also have snacks available to help you get you through!
*You can also get an emergency food parcel if you need it. Ask the
staff at FUSA how.
 

Improve your fitness in just 10 weeks 

If you don t exercise regularly, but would like to improve your fitness, consider participating in the 10-week Revitalised Program. The program is an innovative partnership between Flinders University Sport and Fitness and the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. It includes assessments and individual training under supervised Exercise Sports Science students. Cost: $199 (or 10 x $19.90 weekly payments). You ll also get a free three-month Flinders University Sport and Fitness membership to continue your progress after the program finishes. Places are limited. Determine your eligibility here. 
 

Feeling the winter chill? Get your free beanie! 

The friendly staff at the Oasis Wellbeing and Community Centre will be giving away free beanies to keep you warm through those cold winter days. To get yours, visit the Flinders Community Market at Oasis (near car park 5 at Bedford Park, map ref J7) on Thursday 27 June at 12pm. Get in quick to get one before they run out.

Congrats! You've found the winning article. For a chance to win a coffee voucher, click
here. 
 

 


 

Set yourself up for career success 

Want to use the mid-semester break to help set yourself up for career success? The careers team is delivering eight of the Horizon Professional Skills Workshops for a final time over two days on Wednesday 9 July and Thursday 10 July. This is your chance to earn up to 160 Horizon Award points and boost your employability.

Workshops Wednesday 9 July
Professional Identity and branding: 9.30am 11am | Workplace Communication and Language: 11.15am 12.45pm
Innovation and Creative Thinking: 1.30pm 3pm | Design Thinking: 3.15pm 4.45pm

Workshops Thursday 10 July

Workplace Culture and Etiquette: 9.30am 11am | Collaboration and Teamwork: 11.15am 12.45pm
Effective Decision Making: 1.30pm 3pm | Conflict Resolution and Negotiation: 3.15pm 4.45pm

Register for sessions by clicking on the links above.

REDARC mentorship available

If you re a second-year engineering student and interested in a 12-month mentorship with a rapidly expanding employer in the South, you may want to consider applying for the REDARC Award Launch and Tour.  REDARC is a key supporter of engineering students as they progress through study, placement and into their career. This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door! Find out more and apply on CareerHub.
Expressions of interest close 3 July.


 

Indonesia study tour application deadline extended to 9 August

Undergraduate and Honours students with an interest in the Indo-Pacific region are invited to apply for one of fifty $3,000 New Colombo Plan Mobility grants to take part in the Linking Indonesian and Australian Cultures: Professional and Indigenous study tour. To be held in Yogyakarta, Makassar and Jakarta, Indonesia from approximately 22 or 23 November to 7 December 2019, the tour will help students develop an understanding of Indonesia and its culture, along with Indo-Pacific workspace competencies. For more information and eligibility criteria click here.


 

Drop-in appointments with counsellors & disability advisors

Would you like to chat to a counsellor or disability advisor over a free coffee? Feel free to drop into the reception area of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences in the Humanities Building (behind security) for a 20-minute drop in appointment between 9am and 4pm on the following dates: 27 June, 4 July, 18 July, 1 August, 15 August or 29 August.
 

Indonesia study tour application deadline extended to 9 August

Undergraduate and Honours students with an interest in the Indo-Pacific region are invited to apply for one of fifty $3,000 New Colombo Plan Mobility grants to take part in the Linking Indonesian and Australian Cultures: Professional and Indigenous study tour. To be held in Yogyakarta, Makassar and Jakarta, Indonesia from approximately 22 or 23 November to 7 December 2019, the tour will help students develop an understanding of Indonesia and its culture, along with Indo-Pacific workspace competencies. For more information and eligibility criteria click here.


 

Chinese-speaking volunteers sought for SALA bilingual art tours

South Australian Living Arts (SALA) Festival bilingual art tours welcome Chinese and English-speaking audiences. At the tours, visitors will see the exhibits and be introduced to the ideas behind the creation of the artworks. Bilingual tours are conducted over the weekends of the festival and facilitated by an incredibly dedicated group of bilingual tour guides.  

If you speak Chinese and English fluently, you re encouraged to join the volunteer SALA bilingual art tours team. Successful volunteer tour guides will have a passion for art and commitment to the role. This volunteering opportunity is perfect for those interested in learning local culture, meeting new friends and extending networks for future careers. Volunteers will receive induction training, as well as a special SALA hoodie and signed certificate.
Read more.
 
 

Welcome to Flinders!

Our recent Australia Awards Scholars (pictured below) have arrived at Flinders University with their warm smiles to commence their Introductory Academic Program. This will help prepare them for their courses in Semester 2! Follow their adventures on the Australia Awards Flinders Facebook page.

 

 

Student Evaluation of Teaching surveys now open

Complete the ten-minute Student Evaluation of Teaching (SET) survey, and you could win one of ten $50 gift cards while helping to improve your learning experience at Flinders University. Provide valuable feedback on your topics and teachers at by visiting set.flinders.edu.au or click Student Evaluation of Teaching in your FLO Topic Links. Read more about the SET surveys. 
 

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