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Lumen magazine: the sustainability issue
The latest issue of Lumen – the University of Adelaide’s major magazine – is out now. This special sustainability issue will examine human impact on our planet, and what our University is doing to help. From the food we eat, to what we drink, the movies we watch, and the pets we own. It highlights significant research and introduces special new features – including reviews, new writing, music, a colourful display of vibrant life on campus, and also a chance for readers to win a prize. It celebrates the work and achievements of students, alumni and staff in Australia and around the world.
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Propel your personal and career growth with cultural intelligence
What if I told you that all it takes is five weeks to get you started interacting confidently with people from diverse cultural backgrounds? The Global IQ Connect Program can get you there. It’s an extra-curricular program designed to help you learn about the important role culture plays in our behaviour and thinking, and navigating cultural diversity.
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Exam prep tips
The countdown to exams has begun. Whether you’ve got multiple choice, short answer, essay or open book type of exams, your confidence will depend on how well you have prepared. So, to make sure you’re ready to handle the road ahead, hear from Chloe, second-year student in a Bachelor of International Relations with Bachelor of Arts, with her top tips for managing stress during exam time.
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Reflections on Reconciliation
My name is Talara McHugh and I’m a third-year Media student. People often try to guess where I’m from and are surprised when I tell them about my mixed Indigenous, Irish, and Austrian heritage. I have always taken pride in my cultures and grew up between two worlds; learning about my Narungga and Ngarrindjeri culture while also being brought up in a predominantly white, Western city away from my country.
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06 Jun The Adelaide MedTech Hackathon is a 4-day workshop that will run for 2 weeks from 9 — 16 August 2023. A hackathon is a creative, intensive competition where cross-disciplinary participation comes together to solve problems in the healthcare system. This year, our theme is Healthcare Waste & Medical Dilemmas. 01 Jun
Develop your skills in leadership and networking with Humanitarian Affairs, Asia
Students with an interest in sustainable development projects have an opportunity to meet and network with their international peers at the University Scholars Leadership Symposium. 31 May
SmartSheet: free access for students
If you are involved in project management, a UofA Club, or would like to gain some knowledge and experience in ways to monitor and manage different projects via online platforms, SmartSheet can help you. 31 May
Lumen magazine: the sustainability issue
The latest issue of Lumen – the University of Adelaide’s major magazine – is out now. This special sustainability issue will examine human impact on our planet, and what our University is doing to help. From the food we eat, to what we drink, the movies we watch, and the pets we own. It highlights significant research and introduces special new features – including reviews, new writing, music, a colourful display of vibrant life on campus, and also a chance for readers to win a prize. It celebrates the work and achievements of students, alumni and staff in Australia and around the world. 31 May
Propel your personal and career growth with cultural intelligence
What if I told you that all it takes is five weeks to get you started interacting confidently with people from diverse cultural backgrounds? The Global IQ Connect Program can get you there. It’s an extra-curricular program designed to help you learn about the important role culture plays in our behaviour and thinking, and navigating cultural diversity.
Upcoming events
01 Jun
Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Understood. Master Your Voice, a free masterclass with Nathan Jones
Discover how to use your voice as a tool to enhance your communication skills, build stronger relationships in both personal and professional contexts at Master Your Voice a free masterclass with Nathan Jones, one of Australia's leading commercial voice-over artists and emotion scientists. 07 Jun
Youx CREATE Series presents Tote-ally Creative
Come along on Wednesday 7 June to paint your very own tote bag and create something special you can take home with you. This workshop is free for all UofA students. 08 Jun Take a Break! Step away from your screens on Tuesday 6 - Thursday 8 June to play some arcade games and enjoy free ice-cream in Hub Central. Also, keep your eyes peeled for free coffee in Nexus 10 and Ingkarni Wardli and a cupcake drop to AHMS (Level 3) during the week. 09 Jun YouX is bringing everything you need to take a break and de-stress from exam and assignment preparations with Kick Back Shack in the Hub. 21 Jun
SAiGENCI Public Lecture: Tackling the ‘Why’ of Cancer
Students with an interest and/or studies in cancer research and therapies are invited to attend a public lecture about the ‘why’ of cancer. Professor Christopher Sweeney will be your presenter. Christopher is the Director of SAiGENCI.