Ping! Edition 3 - 20th March 2019

Dear Student, Ping! is your news from Flinders University in the one email, every week of semester.

	What you told us about success at Flinders Late last year, we asked students the question ‘What does success at Flinders mean to you?’ We received more than 900 responses, which will be used to help inform and prioritise projects across the University, to further improve student experience. A summary of the responses and what Flinders is doing to implement your feedback, is available here.
	Celebrate cultural diversity this Harmony Day Flinders University is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and respect for people of all nations, cultures and backgrounds. To celebrate cultural diversity, please join us at one, or both of the student events being held to mark Harmony Day tomorrow, 21 March: an Interfaith Welcome Ceremony at Oasis at 10.30am; and Multicultural Celebration in the Bedford Park Hub and at Sturt 11am - 2pm.

Drop in for free food, support and advice at DINO Sometimes the pressures of study, finances and other areas of life can become hard to manage, but you’re not alone. Come along to one of the Drop In Not Out (DINO) events next week to grab some free food and speak with Flinders staff about the financial, administrative, academic and welfare support services the University provides for free to students. Even if you’re not struggling with your studies it can be useful to learn more about the range of support available, in case you do ever need it. Read more.
	Thread Together is delivering free clothes to students in need The Thread Together Van is coming back to the Bedford Park campus next Wednesday 27 March. Students doing it tough will be able to pick up new, good quality clothing and shoes for FREE by visiting the van. If you’re interested, you’ll need to pick up an appointment card. Read more.
	French Film Festival – $5 student tickets Want to see a film at the Alliance Française French Film Festival for an affordable price? By showing your student ID card at the Palace Cinema box office, full-time students can buy tickets to Revenge, Knife+Heart, The Night Eats The World, The Wild Boys, Genesis, Sophia Antipolis, or Pearl for just $5. The festival is in Adelaide from 21 March – 18 April.
	Want free music and the chance to win a $100 voucher? Researchers from the Black Dog Institute are gathering information that will be used to improve students’ educational experience and reduce stress. If you would like to contribute to this important work, please complete this short online survey. To thank you for your time you will be able to download a relaxation/study music album for free, and you’ll go in the draw to win a $100 voucher.

Free student counselling services

Flinders University offers a free, confidential counselling service to all students – whether you are studying on campus, or completely online. Counsellors can help you with a range of issues, both academic and personal. For more information see the counselling webpage.

How can marketing and advertising improve mental health and wellbeing?

Students are invited to attend the third annual AdMental, hosted by the Don Dunstan Foundation on Wednesday 17 April 6.30pm – 8.30pm at Bonython Hall (North Terrace, Adelaide). Inspired by The Gruen Transfer the event will explore how marketing and advertising can improve mental health and wellbeing. Two emerging creatives supported by advertising agencies will deliver their pitch, followed by a panel discussion featuring mental health and marketing experts. Read more.

Kick start your career with the Flinders Joblink Summit

If you’re studying education and want to meet employers, with jobs available, then attend the Teaching and Education Joblink Summit at Flinders on Tuesday 16 April. The Summits are a great way to network with employers from a range of companies and make valuable industry connections.


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Matt Corby – student discount now available! Not only is Matt Corby playing his only SA show right here at Flinders University, but discounted student tickets have just been released! As a student you can now get a ticket for $59.90 by entering the promo code RAINBOW when buying your tickets.