August 2008
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Welcome to International Student Life Monthly
Delivered straight to your inbox every month, International Student Life Monthly contains all the updates, announcements and events to keep you in the know!
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Represent Swinburne at the Australian University Games!
 It's not quite Beijing, but here's your opportunity to represent Swinburne at Australia's largest multi-sport event – the Australian University Games!
The games attract over 6,000 participants from over 40 universities each year, giving you the chance to compete against other university athletes from all over Australia. They include a range of 28 sports – from tennis to ten pin bowling, fencing to frisbee and more!
This year's event will be held in Melbourne from Sunday 28 September–Friday 3 October. Click here to register your interest!
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Does your career need a consultant?
Career opportunities for international students are on the rise and taking control of your career has never been more important. That's why we've created a new careers consulting service – dedicated to helping international students like you.
Our two new International Careers Consultants can assist you with:
- Employment information
- Graduate employment
- Internships and vacation work
- Job hunting seminars and workshops.
We have a number of potential jobs and holiday work opportunities, so phone (03) 9214 5360 or email Maryanne Mooney or Angela Vaughan today!
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Get some SSAA activity into you!
The Swinburne Student Amenities Association (SSAA) has plenty activities in the pipeline!
 Semester 2 events
It all kicks off on Monday 11 August for Welcome Back Week and winds up with a massive end of year ball on Friday 28 November. What's happening on your campus?
Let's get this club started!
Clubs are a great way to make new friends with common interests – register before Sunday 31 August and start your own! Find out more about SSAA Clubs and Societies.
Student Leadership Program – volunteer induction
If you've registered as a volunteer with SSAA, come to the induction session to find out more about how the program works and meet other student volunteers. Wednesday 20 August, UN Building (Level 4) 11.00am–12.00pm. Email alagreca@swin.edu.au if you'd like to attend.
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Make new friends from all over the world!
 If you'd like to meet new friends from all over the world, then you've come to the right place.
Drop in for our next afternoon tea, practice your English with other international students and find out about other social activities. It's fun, free and there's food!
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When? |
Thursday 7 and Friday 22 August; Thursday 4 and Friday 19 September |
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Where? |
36 Wakefield Street, Hawthorn campus (in front of the sports centre) |
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What time? |
3.30pm
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Register your interest on (03) 9214 8025 and leave your name with Lynne or Margaret or email lyparker@swinburne.edu.au.
If you'd like more information, contact Katherine Yannakis or Liza Ng.
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International Student Advisers
Are you having trouble with your studies, feeling homesick or just need someone to talk to? Swinburne's International Student Advisers (ISA) are here to help.
You can come to us with any concerns about academic, study-related or social issues and we'll help you find out what the problem is and who you need to see.
To make an appointment, phone (03) 9214 6741 or contact an ISA at your campus. Please include your full name, student ID, phone number and the reason for your appointment.
Under 18?
Liam Clarke is available at the Hawthorn campus just for you! He can help you with on-going support and assist you with settling in to Melbourne, orientation and finding accommodation.
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Library training workshops
Need some help with finding your way around the library? Come along to an information session at the Swinburne Library!
Our friendly staff will take you through :
- Using the library and borrowing items
- Finding material for essays and assignments
- How to conduct advanced internet searches
- How to reference and cite your work
- How to access books at other libraries
No bookings needed – just turn up! Click here for the schedule of dates and times.
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OSHC – are you covered in an emergency?
 Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) covers you in an emergency for hospital treatment, ambulance assistance and some pharmaceutical items.
OSHC Worldcare is on campus every week to assist you with:
- Renewing your membership
- Submitting your medical expense claims
- Changing your existing membership to OSHC Worldcare
- Answering all your OSHC questions (e.g. What are my entitlements?)
Find out what times an OSHC representative is available on your campus.
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By George, he's done it again!
Here are the Top 10 Ask George questions for August.
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I am missing subjects on Blackboard – what do I do now? |
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How do I change my subjects for next semester? |
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Allocate+: What is auto allocation? |
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How do I login to Blackboard and what is my default password? |
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Where do I get more information about Swinburne's wireless access? |
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Why does Blackboard still show a subject that I have already completed? |
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Can I take on more subjects than a full time study load? |
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How do I apply for a working visa? |
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What are the term dates and school breaks? |
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Higher Education students: What is the last date and how do I withdraw from a subject? |
For the answers to these – and all your other questions – Ask George at My.Swinburne.
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What's On in Melbourne?
Looking for some fun in the city? Check out what’s happening in and around Melbourne throughout August and beyond.
Keep up-to-date with the latest events on the International Student Life website.
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