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Ping! Edition 48 - 24 June 2020

Uni life Ping! 2020 Ping! Edition 48 - 24 June 2020

 

Hi Student

It's Wednesday, which can only mean one thing - it's time for the eighteenth edition of Ping! for 2020. Exams have started this week and we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all the best. If you have completed your exams already, we hope they went great! 

In this week's edition:

  • Flinders Support Network
  • Student Evaluation of Teaching Survey - Still Open
  • Assessment Policy is being reviewed
  • Need exam support?
  • Important: Semester 2 enrolment
 
  • Flu shots available on campus
  • Get creative with Empire times and win
  • Queer Science - Being a good ally
  • Oasis online - reminder
  • Last week's competition winners
  • Find the winning article to win one of three Coles gift cards 


The Flinders Support Network - We're not going anywhere

The Flinders Support Network is continuing to make calls to students and providing valuable assistance in challenging times.

If you would like a call from one of our friendly team, please complete this brief
Flinders Support Network questionnaire (only takes a minute). Our friendly Student Experience team will be in contact within a few days. You will feel much better after speaking with our team of experienced staff. 
 
Help shape the future and win

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 here or click ‘Student Evaluation of Teaching’ in your FLO Topic Links.

More information here. 
 
The University Assessment Policy is being reviewed 

Now is your chance to have a say in any possible changes to the assessment policy. There has been an additional session created to allow you to voice your opinion either in person or via Collaborate. 

If you would like to attend please let
Ann Luzeckyj know. 

The session is taking place on:
  • Tuesday 7th July 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm – Engineering Building, Room 465 (seating limited due to social distancing requirements) or via Collaborate
Find out more

 
Reminder - The library has created FLO exam support

If you are looking for some extra exam support you can find it here. Remember to also reach out for help from your lecturers or tutors. They are here for you.  

You can also find a whole range of exam
advice on our blog. 


 
Semester 2 enrolment information

As communicated to you by Clare Pollock (Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Students) last Friday, due to COVID-19 the scheduling of rooms for face-to-face classes is still being completed in some areas. For this reason you may see gaps in your Semester 2 timetable whilst class delivery details are being finalised.

To help us plan these classes (either face-to-face and/or online), it is important to enrol in Semester 2 topics as soon as possible, if you haven’t done so already. You are also encouraged to register in classes if they are currently available for your topics.


Further information available here. 

Congratulations - You've found the winning article. Enter this week's competition
here. 

 
The Health Service has Flu vaccines available

You need to have a telehealth consult with a GP through the Health Service first, phone 8201 2118. You can then book in for a flu vaccination on campus. The cost is 15 dollars. 



 
Get creative with Empire Times and WIN!

Are you a writer, artist, photographer or all-round creative?

A creative competition is now open to all students through Empire Times, the student magazine on campus! There are five categories to enter with each winner taking home $100 & runner-ups $50. Entries close August 15.

 
More information. 
 
Queer Science: Being a good ally

We are well into pride month, and as much as it is a celebration of queers, it is also the perfect opportunity to learn about how to be the best Queer Ally you can be!

Discover more.

 
Oasis Online

Oasis Online is a sanctuary where you can engage in various offerings that are focused on your wellbeing and academic success as well as building community! The FLO topic includes:
  • Seminars and workshops focused on topics such as self-care, procrastination and mental fitness
  • Drop in conversation groups
  • Live and recorded mindful meditation sessions
  • Wellbeing and academic success programs
Enrol in the FLO topic by clicking here. We look forward to meeting you in this space! 

 


 
Congratulations to our Uber Eats winners!

Congratulations this week go to Julia D, Jessica M, Khagendra K, and Clarrie G. You have each won an Uber Eats gift card! Keep an eye on your student email this week for further details.

In this week's competition we asked, if you could be any fictional character, who would you be ?

Here are some of your answers:
  • She-ra
  • Granny Weatherwax
  • Wonder Woman (the amount of exclamation marks varied wildly with this answer)
  • Hermione Granger
  • Tintin
  • Peppa pig
  • Bender from Futurama
  • Indiana Jones or Lara Croft (go archaeology students!)
 
 

Orientation Guides 

  • Do you like helping others?
  • Want to earn Horizon Award points?
  • Enhance your professional skills?
  • Want some exclusive Flinders University duck socks?

If you answered yes to these questions, then we encourage you to apply to be part of the Orientation Guide (O’Guide) program in Semester 2, 2020.

We are particularly looking for O'Guides currently studying postgraduate science degrees. 

Everyone who applies will go into the draw to win 1 of 10 $25 Uber Eats vouchers.

Discover more or
apply here. 


Alumni Advocacy

Law alumna Mellissa Larkin (BA/LLB/LP '01), Founder and Managing Director of Peripheral Blue, is a powerful advocate for future law graduates' working conditions.

Mellissa spoke to the Alumni & Advancement Office about winning the Telstra Business Women's Small Business Award and how she hopes the award will become a greater platform to 'share our powerful vision for the future of legal practitioners in this country, promoting flexible and equitable legal workplaces."


Read more 

 
Orientation Guides 
  • Do you like helping others?
  • Want to earn Horizon Award points?
  • Enhance your professional skills?
  • Want some exclusive Flinders University duck socks?
If you answered yes to these questions, then we encourage you to apply to be part of the Orientation Guide (O’Guide) program in Semester 2, 2020.

We are particularly looking for O'Guides currently studying government and policy courses. 

Everyone who applies will go into the draw to win 1 of 10 $25 Uber Eats vouchers.

Discover more or
apply here. 
 
Orientation Guides 
  • Do you like helping others?
  • Want to earn Horizon Award points?
  • Enhance your professional skills?
  • Want some exclusive Flinders University duck socks?
If you answered yes to these questions, then we encourage you to apply to be part of the Orientation Guide (O’Guide) program in Semester 2, 2020.

We are particularly searching for O'Guides from these courses:
  • Nursing (Postgraduate)
  • Disability and Developmental Education (Undergraduate)
  • Health Sciences (Undergraduate)
  • Rehabilitation/Gerontology/Ageing/Palliative Care (Postgraduate)
Everyone who applies will go into the draw to win 1 of 10 $25 Uber Eats vouchers.

Discover more or
apply here. 
 
Refer a friend and each recieve 500 dollars!

Refer a friend to study at Flinders University for semester 2 2020 and both of you will each receive a $500 digital MasterCard.

Any current international Flinders student, Flinders alumni or current Flinders international applicant are eligible for the Refer a Friend scheme by completing this form.

 
Applying for post study work visa?

If you are applying for a Post Study Work Visa but missed our Post Study Visa Information Session on 16 June 2020 delivered by a Registered Migration Agent from Business SA, refer to the recorded session on ISS FLO Info Session
Five health tips to help get you through the Australian Winter

This Medibank article covers 5 useful health tips.
  1. Prevent cold and flu
  2. Eat well
  3. Drink water
  4. Get enough sleep
  5. Take Care of your mental health
Webinar on Healthy Eating - Nutrition 101

Register using this link and you will be sent a link to use on the day.

Topic: Healthy Eating - Nutrition 101
Time: 8 July 2020, 3:00 PM 
 

We want your feedback!

If you have feedback about the Ping! all student newsletter, we'd love to hear it. Email your feedback through to: student.experience@flinders.edu.au


Do you have an article for Ping?

Students are invited to submit articles for Ping! if they meet the criteria outlined in the Ping! guidelines.

Visit the
Ping! page on the current students website to view the Ping! guidelines, FAQs and to submit an article.

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