Ping! Edition 56 - 9 September 2020

Hi Student,

Welcome to this week’s edition of Ping! This week we have some free tickets to give away to the State Theatre Company production of Gaslight (at Her Majesty's Theatre in Adelaide) or to the new movie The Broken Hearts Gallery (tickets valid at participating cinemas Australia-wide).

In this week's edition:

R U Ok?
R U Ok? Day event
Mental wellbeing yoga class
Wellbeing workshop
Like a Boss
Student support
Have your say how your money is spent

FUSA nominations now open
Do you have a great idea for a business?
Last week's competition winners
Flinders station tracks closer
Campus works - Bedford Park
Find this week's winning articles

R U Ok? Day – Thursday 10 September

Tomorrow, Thursday 10 September is R U Ok? Day. The day is a timely reminder to connect with our peers, friends and family and, for those who are able, to support those around us. We can all make a difference in the lives of those who might be struggling by having regular, meaningful conversations.

If you feel like something’s not quite the same with someone you know, there’s something going on in their life or you notice a change in what they’re doing or saying - Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut and Ask R U OK? You can view tips on how to look for the signs someone is not ok, how to ask if someone’s ok and how to keep the conversation going, on the R U Ok website.

R U Ok? events

On campus at Bedford Park tomorrow Thursday 10 September?
Oasis and the Flinders University Student Association (FUSA) will be hosting an R U Ok? Day event in the Student Hub and Plaza at Bedford Park (11am – 2pm) and the café area at Sturt (11.30 – 1.30pm). Stop by to grab some giveaways, free food, coffee and to enjoy the live music. You’ll also be able to chat to the Flinders’ wellbeing ambassadors – look out for the students in the yellow t-shirts. A panel discussion will be held in the Plaza at Bedford Park at 12pm, where Flinders experts will talk about what R U Ok? Day means to them, how to ask people if they are ok and the range of support available to students. The discussion will be recorded and will be available to watch online later in the day.

For more information about the event, visit the FUSA Facebook event page.

FPSA mental wellbeing yoga class

Join the Flinders Psychology Students' Association (FPSA) on R U OK? Day for a series of mental health, wellbeing-focused yoga classes that are suitable for all experience levels. All students, staff, and partners are welcome! FPSA are encouraging students to pre-book using the registration link. Walk-ins are encouraged but note that a limited number of mats will be available (BYO mat/towel if possible).

Date: Thursday 10 September | Time: Various sessions from 9am to 2pm | Location: Flinders Humanities Courtyard (map ref H8) *The price of each class is a ‘pay-what-you-can’ donation to R U OK? The donation box will be located at FPSA's stall or processed through Square. (A donation of any amount is encouraged.)

FPSA Social Discord wellbeing workshop & demonstration

Not on campus on R U Ok Day?

FPSA's events team are holding a session about the science, and demonstration of, mindfulness meditation. The DISCORD session will present you with some background on mindfulness, a short clip, followed by a demonstration. Discussion time is available and encouraged! After, a media clip and test will be offered so you can measure your own mindfulness. The workshop will begin at 11.00am on Thursday 10 September in FPSA Social Discord’s #events voice channel. Join the Psychology Social Discord server.

Like a Boss - R U Ok? Day

This week’s Like a Boss video is all about how to reach out to others and start the R U Ok? conversation. Join Dr Lauren Butterworth and Flinders’ experts Gareth Furber (e-mental health officer and psychologist), Tammy Coleman-Zweck (Wellbeing Coordinator, Yunggorendi) and Graham Fordham (Student Support Advisor) to learn more about how to ask if someone is okay, how to listen, and the support available at Flinders. Read the blog here or watch the video here.

Support is available

Just a reminder - if you need counselling support, the Flinders counselling service is available between 9am and 5pm weekdays. To speak with a counsellor call (08) 8201 2118 between 9am and 5pm on weekdays or email counselling@flinders.edu.au. Crisis counselling support is available outside of business hours (including weekends and public holidays) by calling 1300 512 409 or texting 0488 884 103. For more information visit the counselling webpage.

For a full list of all the support services available at Flinders, please see the support and services directory.

Have your say how your money is spent

When determining how the Student Services & Amenities Fee (SSAF) should be spent, the University is interested in understanding student priorities. By completing the 2020 SSAF Survey, you will be providing the University with information to help make informed decisions about the best possible allocation of the SSAF to support the needs of the Flinders student community. You will also go into the running to win one of twenty $50 cash cards. Keep an eye out for the link to the 2020 SSAF survey in your student email inbox later this week!

FUSA nominations are open

Do you want to be a student leader and represent Flinders University students in 2021? Would you like to make a meaningful contribution to University life? Do you want to be involved in student media on campus? Then consider nominating yourself for a position in 2021! You can nominate for a position on FUSA Student Council, Empire Times or as a NUS Delegate. Head to fusa.edu.au/elections for all the details.

Do you have a great idea for a business?

Applications are now open for City of Marion's Youth Engagement scholarship to Venture Dorm. We're inviting people aged between 18-25, who are drawn to entrepreneurship and value the possibilities of a career path less travelled, to apply. Applicants will be shortlisted for interviews in late September, ahead of Venture Dorm kicking off in early October. The six successful founders chosen will receive a fully sponsored place in the eight week program, valued at $995.00. Start the process here. Good luck!

You’ve found the first winning article! Want to win tickets to see Gaslight by the State Theatre Company? Enter here.

Congratulations to our Uber Eats winners!

Congratulations this week go to Nico R, Karina G-J, Lucy R and Indianna K. Keep an eye on your student email this week for further details.

In this competition we asked, what was something you thought would be difficult, until you tried it?

Thanks, as always, to everyone who entered. The most common response we received was getting in to university and study!

Some other common responses were:

Entering the weekly Ping! competitions (see, they're actually easy!)
Making friends at uni
Driving (cars and boats)
Cooking
Baking

Flinders station tracks closer

The Flinders railway station and plaza are on their way.

Find out more here about the progress of these projects and some temporary changes to parking nearby here.

Want to win free movie tickets?

See The Broken Hearts Gallery!
What if you saved a souvenir from every relationship you’ve ever been in? The Broken Hearts Gallery follows the always unique Lucy (Geraldine Viswanathan), a 20-something art gallery assistant living in New York City, who also happens to be an emotional hoarder. After she gets dumped by her latest boyfriend, Lucy is inspired to create The Broken Heart Gallery, a pop-up space for the items love has left behind. Word of the gallery spreads, encouraging a movement and a fresh start for all the romantics out there, including Lucy herself. View the trailer.

Enter here - just answer one simple question to go in the draw to win a free double pass to see The Broken Hearts Gallery (in cinemas 17 September).

Bedford Park campus works

Please be advised, a number of campus works will be happening around Bedford Park over the coming weeks and months. This includes:

Plaza turf works: Saturday 12 September between 6 am and 4pm
Roofing works to the Matthew Flinders Theatre: from 17 September to 9 October (scaffold works may commence from weekend of Saturday 12 September). Where possible construction works will be limited to out of hours or weekends.
Student Hub: Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September from 8am to 2pm on both days.

We thank you for your understanding. Please see the student blog for full details of the campus works.

Did you begin study at Flinders in 2020?

Remember to join your College ‘pre-mid semester break’ O’Guide Group session, designed to help you master your assignments. Our O’Guides will share their own tips as well as services and resources that can help you.

Your College O’Guide session is Tuesday 15 September at 11.30am. Save the date and set a reminder. You can join the session on the day via the O'Guide Group - College of Education, Psychology and Social Work Collaborate session.

Did you begin study at Flinders in 2020?

Remember to join your College ‘pre-mid semester break’ O’Guide Group session, designed to help you master your assignments. Our O’Guides will share their own tips as well as services and resources that can help you.

Your College O’Guide session is Tuesday 15 September at 12.30pm. Save the date and set a reminder. You can join the session on the day via the O'Guide Group - College of Science and Engineering Collaborate session.

Did you begin study at Flinders in 2020?

Remember to join your College ‘pre-mid semester break’ O’Guide Group session, designed to help you master your assignments. Our O’Guides will share their own tips as well as services and resources that can help you.

Your College O’Guide session is Tuesday 15 September at 2pm. Save the date and set a reminder. You can join the session on the day via the O'Guide Group - College of Business Government and Law Collaborate session.

Did you begin study at Flinders in 2020?

Remember to join your College ‘pre-mid semester break’ O’Guide Group session, designed to help you master your assignments. Our O’Guides will share their own tips as well as services and resources that can help you.

Your College O’Guide session is Monday 14 September at 2.30pm. Save the date and set a reminder. You can join the session on the day via the O'Guide Group - College of Humanities, Arts and Social Science Collaborate session.

Did you begin study at Flinders in 2020?

Remember to join your College ‘pre-mid semester break’ O’Guide Group session, designed to help you master your assignments. Our O’Guides will share their own tips as well as services and resources that can help you.

Your College O’Guide session is Wednesday 16 September at 5pm. Save the date and set a reminder. You can join the session on the day via the O'Guide Group - College of Nursing and Health Sciences Collaborate session.

Did you begin study at Flinders in 2020?

Remember to join your College ‘pre-mid semester break’ O’Guide Group session, designed to help you master your assignments. Our O’Guides will share their own tips as well as services and resources that can help you.

Your College O’Guide session is Thursday 17 September at 5pm. Save the date and set a reminder. You can join the session on the day via the O'Guide Group - College of Medicine and Public Health Collaborate session.


	R U OK? Day – Origami fun sessions at the Library On R U Ok? Day, join students and staff at the Central Library (Bedford Park) to learn how to make origami paper hearts and to connect with each other and ask the question “Are you ok?”. The paper hearts will then be placed on the glass wall to form a big heart together for display. Date: Thursday 10 September \| Time: 12noon to 2.00pm \| Location: Level 1, Central Library Bedford Park.
	Me & My research – winner of Flinders University 3MT competition Ms Reem Alothmany, a current international PHD student won the Flinders University 3MT Competition. She was interviewed on her research area and passionately shared her professional research. If you would like to learn more about her research, Click on ISS FLO Me & My Research and listen to the video recording of Reem Alothmany.
	Celebrate with FUMSS at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens The Flinders University Malaysian Student Society (FUMSS) invites all international students to join their Malaysia Day celebration at the Adelaide Botanical Gardens. When: Saturday 12 September 11.30am to 2.30pm \| What: Free lunch and game activities to meet and interact with one another \| Register here.
	Foodbank - food relief available International students experiencing financial hardship can still apply to Foodbank and other agencies across Adelaide for food relief. Please register here for a free $25 food voucher (and four user-pays vouchers) to spend at a Foodbank or other food hubs.
	Do you need time management skills to manage your study and workload? Here are five simple, effective tips: Prioritise: Determine what you need to achieve and make a list. Be honest with yourself about what is important. Start with the most important and work your way down. Schedule (personal timetable): Once you’ve determined what needs to be done, and in what order, set yourself a schedule (personal timetable). Plan out your: study time (when), sleep time, and personal time (remember to include part-time work, travel, exercise and social activities). If it’s looking too tight, be practical and see what you can adjust to make things work. Avoid distractions: Part of setting priorities and a schedule is setting yourself up to avoid distractions. Be tough. Create a dedicated space for study. Turn off your phone. Tell your roomie/partner/kids that you need the next couple of hours for study. Take care of yourself: Personal time is a major part of your daily schedule as it important to your mental health which keeps you happy and productive. When you get back into study, you’ll be more relaxed and perform better. Review and reward: It sounds simple, but it’s important to look back at what you’ve achieved. You have set yourself up to succeed and worked towards that success. Celebrate your successes. Click here to unlock the five time management skills.
	Online Health + Community Services Careers Week (14 – 18 September) The Flinders Careers and Employability Service are holding one week of sessions targeting Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Allied Health, Health Sciences, and Disability & Developmental Education students to assist them exploring job opportunities. If you are a student in the relevant areas and interested in seeking for jobs, please click here.


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