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Just like Netflix... but for University software! All Flinders’ students can now access VirtualApps. It’s like Netflix, but for software, as it allows you to securely stream a range of University licensed software 24/7 for free from any device (e.g. Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Android, Chrome). Software you could previously only access on campus in the computer labs (e.g. SPSS) can now be accessed from any location – even in the comfort of your own home. VirtualApps also allows you to easily print from your own devices (including mobile) to University printers and helps you easily access your University network drives. For more information about the software available and how to install the application visit the VirtualApps webpage. |
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Global climate change rally Are you passionate about climate change? Then you may know about the School Strike 4 Climate Change movement. If you plan to attend the Adelaide leg of the organisation’s Global Climate Strike on Friday 20 September, check your Topic guides or have a chat to your teachers to make sure you're not missing anything pivotal and that you can catch up on what you miss in class. |
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Graduations next week at Bedford Park - bus service redirection and Registry Road limited access If you’re on campus during the mid-Semester break, please be aware Flinders will be celebrating graduations on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September, in the Alan Mitchell Sports Centre (campus map ref H11). To ensure the safety of graduands, families and visitors, all bus services will be diverted to a temporary bus terminus (including shelter and toilet) on the top level of Car Park 1 on graduation days. Bus timetables will remain the same. If you need assistance accessing the campus from Car Park 1, please contact Security on 8201 2880 (available 24 hours). Please also note that Registry Road and Car Park 6 will have restricted access on Graduation days. |
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International Day of University Sport This Friday 20 September is the International Day of University Sport. Did you know that Flinders has 20 affiliated sporting clubs? The clubs cater for all levels of ability and interest by offering recreational, instructional or competitive settings. Joining a sporting club is a great way to add to your Uni experience and meet new people, all while being physically active. To get involved with a club see the Clubs List and contact the club directly - or contact Flinders One Sport and Fitness. You can also start your own club. |
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Calling all designers and artists! With the help of three Flinders students, three artists will bring Sturt alive with bright colours and epic designs to our building walls. The selected students will be mentored by the artists and will also receive $3,000* for their time and efforts. Applications close this Friday 20 September, so hurry! Read more. |
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FUSA Student Council nominations close 23 September Do you want to be a student leader and represent your peers on campus in 2020? If you’re nominated for a position on Student Council, you’ll have the opportunity to give a voice to your fellow students and contribute to university decision-making. Hurry - nominations close 23 September. For more information, position descriptions and financial honorariums see fusa.edu.au/elections |
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Have your say about how your money is spent When determining how the Student Services & Amenities Fee (SSAF) should be spent, the University is interested in understanding your priorities. By completing the 2019 SSAF Survey, you will provide the University with information to help make informed decisions about the best possible allocation of the SSAF to support the needs of Flinders students. You will also go into the running to win one of twenty $50 cash cards. See the email sent from Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Students) Professor Clare Pollock on Monday 9 September for the survey link. |
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More solar for a brighter future Flinders is achieving great results on campus with rooftop solar panels and the introduction of our solar array in car park 3. Approximately 1.5 gigawatts of clean energy has been produced on campus! As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, we’re adding to our clean, renewable on-site energy generation and investing in more rooftop solar across several buildings. Find out where. |
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Increased security of student FAN accounts Flinders takes the security of FAN accounts very seriously, for your own identity protection and for the protection of University information. To increase security, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is being introduced for all students. MFA requires you to download a smartphone app (Okta Verify or Google Authenticator) to occasionally verify your login to Okta. You’re encouraged to enrol for MFA ASAP through the Enrol Multifactor icon on Okta. After November, MFA will become mandatory for all students, and you won’t be able to sign into your account off campus without MFA enabled. Read more. You’ve found the winning article! Click here to go in to the draw to win a free coffee. |
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2019 Wal Cherry Lecture: The Art of Imperfection Join award-winning and renowned director Mitchell Butel, Artistic Director, State Theatre Company SA as he explores 'The Art of Imperfection'. The Wal Cherry Lecture is an annual lecture in honour of Flinders University foundation professor, the late Wal Cherry. Limited places available! Register here. Date: Tuesday 15 October 2019 | Time: 5.00 - 5.30pm Welcome drinks and nibbles | Lecture 5.30pm - 7.00pm | Alere Function Centre, Level 2, The Hub Bedford Park (map ref H10 ) |
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Works on campus To minimise disruption for students, various campus works will be undertaken in the lead up to, and during the mid-semester break. Work is planned at the Sturt Gym, car park 8, the Social Sciences North Edible Garden, the Matthew Flinders Foyer Canopy, the Flinders Laneway and at Tonsley. Read more about the campus works. |
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Plaza audio disruption notice - 24 September The Audio Visual team will have a contractor on site at Bedford Park on Tuesday 24 September to do some work on the Plaza PA system. This will require them to conduct loud sound checks throughout the day. If you have any questions about the work, please contact ids@flinders.edu.au |
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Advance your career in tech: FREE HerTechPath memberships Are you a female interested in the tech sector? Want to build a professional network with likeminded women? Flinders is sponsoring memberships (valued at $25 each) for students who would like to be part of the HerTechPath community. HerTechPath is a grass-roots community of women working in the technology sector who want to celebrate and inspire women and girls to consider rewarding and diverse careers in the sector. If you’re interested in a free membership, let us know here. Memberships are limited. |
Networking – the key to Emily’s success"Network, network, network; it is so important!" - Emily
Emily is in her final year of studying a combined degree in Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) and Bachelor of Health Sciences (Health Management). Emily talks about the importance of the networking, crediting the networks she proactively created for helping her land a much sought after graduate position. Read Emily's story. |
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Horizon Award – Get the EdgeJoin the Horizon Professional Development Award Program (like Emily did!) to get the edge over your job competition! Participating will help you gain the skills needed to be successful in the workplace. Through the Award you can participate in activities including volunteering, work experience, professional mentoring, leadership programs, skill workshops and student clubs. This is a unique (and free) opportunity for Flinders students. It's never too late, or too early to start! Learn more
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LANTITE workshops – get prepared
LANTITE (the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students) is an Australian Government test that teacher education students need to complete to graduate, and work in the teaching profession. The next LANTITE tests will be held from 8 to 17 November. The Flinders LANTITE Preparation Program is designed to help you prepare for the test, and includes workshops, resources and opportunities for individual support. Read more and register to attend a workshop |
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Can you spare some time to help a student with their research?
Attention final year undergraduate education students – can you spare some time to contribute to a PhD student’s research about teaching students with a disability? If you are happy to participate, you can take the online survey here. It shouldn’t take any longer than 40 minutes to complete. If you have any questions, please email Jo Shearer PhD candidate. |
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$7,000 scholarship – Honours and fourth year engineering students
The Playford Trust has opened another scholarship with a vacation placement – the 2020 WSP/Playford Trust Engineering Scholarship. The $7,000 Scholarship is available to Honours or fourth year electrical, civil or mechanical engineering students and allows for up to eight weeks of work experience with WSP. The type of work experience and level of commitment will be negotiated between the successful students and WSP. Hurry, applications close 27 September. Read more. |
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Apply today for the Wasaa Academy Summer School
Apply today for the Wasaa Academy Summer School Brest France for three weeks from 13 – 31 January. The program will be delivered at the IMT-Atlanique campus, one of the top ranked French Engineering institutes with a particular focus on marine applications. View full details on the Learn Without Borders webpage. |
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PhD scholarship available
A three-year PhD scholarship is on offer for full-time research on the project entitled “Use of digital technologies to build social networks and reduce social isolation in older people living in rural areas”. The PhD student will focus on researching for older adults living in rural areas: (1) their current experiences using digital technologies; (2) opportunities and barriers to the acceptance, use and potential adoption of digital technologies to build and retain social connections, reduce loneliness, and actively participate in their communities; and (3) on how to tailor a digital training program to improve digital capacity, social connections and participation. For more information visit the scholarships webpage. |
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Your Work Rights and Tax information sessionCome along to the ‘Your Work Rights and Tax’ information session to hear representatives from the Australian Tax Office and the Fair Work Ombudsman provide essential details on your part -time work entitlements.
Date: Friday 20 September | Time: 2.30pm – 4.00pm | Location: Oasis Bedford Park (map ref J7) Register here. |
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LANTITE workshops - international studentsLANTITE (the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education students) is an Australian Government test that teacher education students need to complete to graduate, and work in the teaching profession. The next LANTITE tests will be held from 8 to 17 November. Flinders are running some workshops specifically for international students studying education.
Dates: Wednesday 2, Thursday 3 October and Friday 4 October | Time: 2pm – 4pm each day | Location: Education 3.17, Bedford Park | No need to register to attend. |
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Last chance to see stories of inspiration!Did you miss the In the Frame: International Photos and Stories of Empowerment exhibition? Or would you like to see it again? The portraits will be displayed at OASIS Bedford Park (map ref J7) for students to view until Friday 11 October 2019. Don’t miss your chance to see these inspirational stories of Flinders International students.
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Join the Kangaroo Island TourJoin the ISS team for a tour of the world-famous Kangaroo Island this weekend - Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September. Cost is $370 per person.
For more information, see our student blog. |
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| Flinders Things Pub Crawl tees on sale now Grab your slingshot, your walkie talkie, your FLINDERS THINGS T-shirt and get around some of the best pubs and clubs Adelaide has to offer. With an all-star cast of The Elephant, The London, Dog & Duck, Black Bull & Fat Controller, you’ll be in for a night to remember! Welcome to The Upside Down. Date: Friday 25 October | Cost: $20 (+BF) for Flinders kids. Get your T-shirt here. |
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