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Subject Selection Campus Events - New Events Added!

It is that time of the Trimester again when Subject Selections are about to open for the next Trimester, with subject selection’s opening from next week! Over the next few weeks, we encourage you to meet with your Success Coaches and Student Services Team to discuss your enrolment and subject selection options for Trimester 1, 2020.

Perfect opportunity to check in, make sure your studies are on track and to get some advice about which subjects you should do next.

 

What’s on for our Postgraduate Health Students?

Julie will be available to give you advice and answer your questions at our Subject Selection hot desk in the Ground Floor Student Kitchen during Weeks 8, 9 and 10, from Monday to Wednesday between 11am and 12pm.

Unable to see her during these times?

For the first time ever, Julie is offering special Online Zoom Workshop’s on Subject Selections for all Master of Public Health and Master of Public Health Advance students in Adelaide. This will allow you to connect with other students in your course as well as hear their questions that may be relevant to you and your course.

Monday, 4^th November https://zoom.us/j/787875148?pwd=Yjg5SXUybXN0YkdVY1hTMTFMZnVEZz09

Monday, 11^th of November https://zoom.us/j/787875148?pwd=Yjg5SXUybXN0YkdVY1hTMTFMZnVEZz09

Links to these sessions are also available in our full schedule below.

Check out our full schedule here. 

 

What’s on for our Business Students?

Vaughn will be available to give you advice and answer your questions at our Subject Selection hot desk in the Ground Floor Student Kitchen during Weeks 9 and 10, on Monday and Friday each week between 1.30pm and 2.30pm. During Week 11, he will be available Monday and Friday from 2pm to 3pm.

Unable to see him during these times?

Also, for the first time Vaughn is offering special on campus Subject Selection Workshop’s for all MBA, MPA, MGPM and MBIS students in Adelaide during Weeks 9, 10 and 11. This will allow you to connect with other students in your course as well as hear their questions that may be relevant to you and your course. Each Course will have a 30-minute session that will cover specific subject selection information that is relevant to your course.

 Session times for all Postgraduate Business courses are as follows:

10am MBA+MBAA, 10.30am MPA+MPAA, 11am MGPM+MGPMA, 11.30am MBIS 

Please register your spot using the booking links for these workshops are available below.

Friday, 15th November https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/week-9-postgraduate-business-subject-selection-workshop-tickets-79493315647 

Friday, 22nd November https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/week-10-postgraduate-business-subject-selection-workshop-tickets-79496214317

Friday, 29th November https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/week-11-postgraduate-business-subject-selection-workshop-tickets-79496685727

Check out our full schedule here. 

 

What’s on for our Undergraduate Health Students?

Sophie will be available to give you advice and answer your questions at our Subject Selection hot desk in the Ground Floor Student Kitchen during Weeks 8, 9 and 10, from Monday to Wednesday between 11am- 11.30am and/or 2.30pm - 3pm**

**On select days - please check schedule below for more information. 

Due to a growing number of students, all public health (Bachelor and dual degree) students are encouraged to attend a Subject Selection Workshop with your dedicated Success Coach, Sophie Tiley, who will ensure you understand the basics to help with your enrolment for T1 2020.

Please see the list of Subject Selection events below. You MUST register for the Workshops on the links below (you only need to attend ONE workshop).

NOTE: All students requesting one on one appointments for subject selection, must first have attended a Subject Selection Workshop.

Workshops:

Wed 6th November 11am-11.30am https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/79652726449

Tues 12th November 2.30pm - 3pm https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/79654836761

Wed 20th November 2.30pm - 3pm https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/79655282093

*Workshops will be held in the Student Kitchen.

Check out our full schedule here. 

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Exam Week Classroom Changes

Week 12, 2nd - 6th December

With exam week right around the corner we would like to make you aware that, if you have a class that is usually held in G1, G2 or G3, there will be some changes to your classroom location during Week 12,. 

These classes will be held in our exciting new classroom spaces - G7, G8 and G9. An updated campus map with these classroom locations will be provided soon. 

Please check where your class will be moved to here.

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You're Invited! Join us for a SRC Social Event: 

The Light Festival

Week 10 Friday, 22nd of November 7pm - 10pm 

Your Student Council Reps are calling you!

Join us for an on Campus Social Event to celebrate everything you love about your culture and who you are. The Light Festival is your opportunity to dress-up in your cultural clothes (optional) and meet new people! 

Join your SRC and peers for some fun, games and food from 7pm in Classrooms G1 - G3. 

Please register your attendance for this event here for catering purposes. 

We can't wait to see you there!

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New Academic Skills Facilitator and additional Academic Workshops!

We are pleased to introduce a new addition to our Academic Skills Team - Larissa De Lopez. Larissa will be assisting Andrea as another on campus Academic Skills Facilitator who is available to support you through your studies during your time here with us at Torrens University. 

She is currently hosting some educational and extremely beneficial workshops during Weeks 9 and 10. These will both take place in Classroom G6.

Essay Writing - Week 9, Wednesday, 13^th of November. 11am – 11.30am.

Report Writing - Week 10, Wednesday, 20^th of November. 2.30pm – 3pm.

 

If you are unable to make it to these workshops, we suggest that you check out the online workshops taking place below.

Don't forget you can also access help with your assessments at any time through Studiosity and the Academic Skills page on your Blackboard. 

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Councellor's Office Relocated

Due to the current building renovations, your councellor's office and appointments will temporarily be relocated to the Prayer Room (between Classrooms 1.1 and 1.2).

This means that during the 4th of November to the 29th of November there will be no access to our Prayer Room facilities. 

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. 

 

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Exciting new changes happening on Campus!

We're pleased to let you know, that Torrens University are about to start an exciting renovation project on Campus, to give you more space. 

We recognise your need for additional student break out areas, more quiet study spaces and extra classrooms.
 
When will the project begin?
Monday 21st of October, 2019
 
Which areas are changing?
We’re redesigning the Ground Floor, Academic Staff Area, to better suit your needs which will include two new classrooms, a student break out area, quiet study pods and additional study space. 

Changes will also impact the Library which will move into the centre of the campus next to G4. Allowing for better access, more seating and the computers will be relocated near the new library space.  This will allow for a new classroom to be built next to M7. 

Will any other areas be affected?
Yes, during building renovations M5 will be available for private bookings however, M6 will become a space for staff use and will not be available for private bookings during this time. 

Will there be any disruption to my class?
We do not anticipate any major disruption to classes.  All work will be securely sectioned off and your current class rooms will remain unaffected.  We recognize, there may be some impacts to noise levels and we will do our best to control this. 
 
Will my end of term exams be impacted?
No, we anticipate all works will be completed by then.  If there are any changes to this timeline, all building work will stop during exam week. 

How will I find my Lecturer?
You can contact your lecturer through Blackboard or email to make an appointment. 

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Check out our SRC's new Facebook page!

Did you know that our Student Representative Council has a new Facebook Page?

They would love for you to join, like and share their page with other Adelaide Torrens University students.

Its a great way to keep up to date with SRC and student event's being run on Campus and message them with your suggestions for student events you would like to see on Campus. 

Click here to check it out now!

 

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Are you a Billy Blue or Media Design School student?

We're challenging you to shift your perspective on the world around you in an innovative way. Re-think how you see the world by capturing something from a new perspective. 

The brief

Using equipment hired (for free) from the Design Technology Store on campus (the MDS AV Hub on the Auckland campus), or using your own, we challenge you to shift your perspective on the world around you in an innovative way. Re-think how you see the world by capturing something from a new perspective. Clichéd images should be avoided. Digital manipulation in post is permitted, but to only enhance the authenticity of the moment captured. Details on applicable adjustments see below under the heading Digital Manipulation*.

Open to all students at Billy Blue College of Design, Torrens University Australia and Media Design School, you will need to sign up to Frontier to participate and submit. All entries will be shown in the gallery below and later judged for prize-winning submissions. See prizes below. Judges will be selected from each campus to ensure fairness. For more information, click here.

Submissions close midnight 17 November 2019 

Prizes

First prize: $800.00
Second prize: $400.00
Third prize: $100.00

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Seeking all sports enthusiasts!

Would you like to join our Torrens University Sports Club?

University staff are looking to offer sporting activities for students in the Spring when the weather is better.

If you would like to try a new sport or meet other students then please register your interest.

We want you to tell us your favourite sports – your options include Soccer, Australian Football (AFL), Touch Rugby, Basketball, Netball, Volleyball, Tennis, Cricket, Ultimate Frisbee and Athletics/Running. 

You can email Darren Adamson at darren.adamson@laureate.edu.au​

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Have you set up your Office 365?

If you haven't set up your Office 365 Email yet you might be missing out on some important Campus updates and class announcements so make sure you set it up straight away! 

It's also how you'll access the WiFi and printing services on Campus, so it's super important. 

If you're still using a Torrens Gmail account please note that we migrated to Office 365 last year and you were sent your new login in details. 

If you haven't received these login details please send a request for your Office 365 to IT support with your name and student ID number: itservicedesk@laureate.net.au

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Manage time with your superpowers

As we hit the middle of the trimester, one of the most common requests I get as a Success Coach is "Can you please help me manage my time more effectively?"

The first question I ask is "What are your Gallup Strengths?"

When you know how you naturally do things well, you can use those talents like superpowers to do things more effectively. Conversely, they can also be superpowers for evil if you don't know how to manage them.

For example, if you are highly Analytical*, you probably get stuck too deep in the detail when sometimes you need to get something done quickly. 

Focus* will help you clear your workspace of distractions and zero in on one task, with laser focus. Just make sure it's the most important task.

Arranger* will help you get your week in order. Just don't let it arrange your timetable in a rainbow of colours and themes that looks pretty but might not be the best use of your time.

Strategic* will help you plan a way to the finish line and prioritise. Just make sure you limit your planning time, or Ideation might come up with 20 ways to get to the finish of the trimester and burn up valuable time in the process.

*There are 34 superpowers in the Gallup StrengthsFinder platform. Use yours to manage your time and have a successful trimester. If you don't have your Gallup Strengths yet, email us at yoursuccesscoach@laureate.edu.au

 

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Focusing on the positive

Brain research tells us that “the neurons that fire together, wire together”.  What that means is that what we focus on in our mind – grows.  So if we focus on positive things – this will naturally affect our thinking and then our emotions will follow.  However the opposite is also true – if we focus on our failures, mistakes and the problems in our lives – those things will be magnified and amplified.  This will then affect our emotions and bring doubt, fear, anxiety, insecurity, sadness, overwhelm, stress etc.

It is important that we can acknowledge our thoughts and feelings, but we don’t want them to control us and dictate to us.  As we observe and notice our thoughts and emotions with curiosity and kindness – we can then change the focus of our attention to things that are more positive.  One example is focusing on the things we did well rather than the mistakes we made. 

If negative thoughts or emotions are controlling you – it is a good opportunity to come and see your Campus Counsellor.

Email: counsellor.adelaide@laureate.edu.au

Rebecca is available on Mondays,Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am - 3pm

 

Learning Festival
Join us for a jam-packed week of fun with our Student Support team where you'll get to build vital skills for success. From learning how to make the most of your LinkedIn profile to Mindfulness, you'll get set up for success.

Click here for the full schedule of the week.

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Do you need help planning for the next step in your career?

We invite you to join us for our Career Services Workshops presented by our Business Success Coach, Vaughn Koen during week's 7 - 12. 

We have various upcoming workshops on Resume and Cover Letter Writing, Job Search Strategies and Career Planning, if you are ready to start planning for your future success and goals. 

Please note that ALL students have to attend a Workshop before requesting a One-on-One appointment with a Success Coach for CV/Resume and Cover Letter assistance. 

Book your spot through Eventbrite. Only 35 spaces for each session so get in quick!

Resume and Cover Letter Writing Workshop (Week 7)
Friday, November 1st, 10am - 12pm. Classroom 1.8

Resume and Cover Letter Writing Workshop (Week 8)
Monday, November 4th, 10am - 12pm. Classroom G5

Job Search Strategies Workshop (Week 9)
Monday, November 11th, 10am - 11am. Classroom G5

Resume and Cover Letter Writing Workshop (Week 10)
Monday, November 18th, 10am - 12pm. Classroom G5

Career Planning Workshop (Week 11)
Monday, November 25th, 10am - 11am. Classroom 1.8

Resume and Cover Letter Writing Workshop (Week 12)
Monday, December 2nd, 10am - 12pm. Classroom 1.8

If you are unable to secure a ticket, please see Student Services to register your interest to be notified of future career services workshops. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

DEVELOPMENTAL ACADEMIC SKILLS AFTER-HOURS

At Torrens University Australia, we are excited to offer you after hours developmental academic skills workshops to help you succeed in Trimester 3 and beyond. You will learn about all the features of academic writing including understanding what assignment tasks are asking you to do, how to structure an academic assignment, how to write in a formal and academic manner,how to link ideas in a logical way and state your thesis (main position) clearly.

In these workshops, you can also develop and enhance skills essential to academic study such as time management, critical thinking skills, referencing and academic integrity. You will take a step-by-step approach to improving your academic writing skills in a relaxed and friendly online environment. There will be opportunities for writing practice and individual guidance on developing the academic writing skills you need for your assignments.

The workshops are free and open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Please note that you do not need to register for the workshops. Please view the schedule below and choose the workshops that would work for you.

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Week 8

DATE	FOCUS	TIME (Sydney time)	LINK
Wednesday 6th November	Writing skills- Literature reviews	7.00pm - 8.00pm (AEDT)	JOIN HERE
Thursday 7th November	Writing skills – Academic language	7.00pm - 8.00pm (AEDT)	JOIN HERE

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Week 9

DATE	FOCUS	TIME (Sydney time)	LINK
Tuesday 12th November	Writing skills - Critical thinking skills and essay writing	7.00pm - 8.00pm (AEDT)	JOIN HERE
Wednesday 13th November	Writing skills - Report writing and case studies	7.00pm - 8.00pm (AEDT)	JOIN HERE

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Week 10

DATE	FOCUS	TIME (Sydney time)	LINK
Tuesday 19th November	Writing skills – Academic language	7.00pm - 8.00pm (AEDT)	JOIN HERE
Wednesday 20th November	Academic Integrity - Referencing and paraphrasing	7.00pm - 8.00pm (AEDT)	JOIN HERE

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Software skills workshops, T3 2019 [Weeks 1-12]

Having trouble using Adobe Software? Don't know your InDesign from your Photoshop?

Join us for design software workshops, facilitated by one of our design lecturers.

• Our 1:1 sessions are aimed at providing students with help on using the Adobe programs.
• Group sessions are aimed at completing set activities using the Adobe programs.

You will receive assistance with developing or up-skilling existing skills in a range of software.

• Make sure you have the latest version of the Adobe Creative Suite installed on your computer.
• Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can start on time.

Software covered: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Premiere and After Effects.

BOOK A 1:1 SESSION

• Wednesdays and Thursdays: 12:00pm - 2:15pm (1:1 sessions NSW Time)

Interested?

Book a Session

 

BOOK IN FOR A GROUP SESSION

• Fridays: 12:00pm - 2:00pm (activity sessions NSW Time)

Interested?

Book a Session

Did you miss an online workshop? Check out the workshop recordings HERE

Wakefield

With a focus on flexibility, collaboration and engagement, the Torrens University Wakefield Campus brings a fresh and career-focused approach to your learning. During your time at Wakefield you can look forward to:

• Small class sizes with direct access to academic staff
• Accelerated undergraduate and postgraduate courses to fast-track your career
• Dynamic online learning with on-demand access to your course materials

Our Campus offers a wide range of campus facilities available to students to help you get the most from your education. Our student facilities include:

• Chill-out zones
• Dedicated study areas
• Hot desks for both staff and students
• Open plan learning spaces
• Operable walls to quickly create different zones
• A digital entry wall to stream live news, events and student work
• Campus wide Wi-Fi and computer access
• Resource Centre and Library
• Student Kitchen Zones with filtered hot and cold water, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, and a vending machine
• Unique customisable business ‘pods’ where graduates can begin their own business or social enterprise and industry partners can be actively involved

 

24/7 Access to the Campus

Afterhours Zones during Holiday Periods

From 5pm – 8.30 am Students can access and make use of our facilities on Level 1 via our Wakefield St Entrance using their student building access card to gain entry.

Access to ground floor will be restricted during these times.

 

Afterhours Zones during Term

Students can access the campus via Roper Street and Wakefield Street from 8am -10pm Monday to Friday. 

From 10 pm – 8 am, students can access the campus via the Wakefield street entrance.ONLY and may access our facilities on Level 1 of the campus. However, access to ground floor facilities will be restricted between 10pm - 8am and all day during the weekend.

To access the building via the front entrance you will need to swipe your building access card against the passkey and open the left hand side door to gain entry. (Please remember to always pull the door closed behind you!)

 

Some FAQ’s

How to access 

Swipe on entry using your student building access card 

Who can use afterhours zone? 

Students only 

Which areas will students be able to access? 

Students will be able to access the student break out area on level one, the computer lab on level 1 (1.9), 3 meeting rooms (M1.1, M1.2, M1.3) and 3 class rooms on level one (1.4, 1.5, 1.8)  

Which areas are not accessible after campus opening hours? 

• Ground Floor 
• Academic area on level 1 
• Photography Studio on Level 1 and selected class rooms

How to get here

Both campuses are easy to access by car or public transport. To plan your trip visit Plan My Journey or call 1300 311 108

Wakefield campus

Public transport nearby:

Car parking

Secure carparks near theWakefield Campus:

• State Centre Car Park 172 Gawler Place, Adelaide CBD (Enter Gawler Place via Wakefield Street)
• Auto Park 102-120 Wakefield Street Car Park,
• Care Park 15 Roper Street, Adelaide

Pulteney Campus

Public transport nearby:

 

 

Car parking

Secure carparks near thePulteney St Campus:

• Wilson Parking CenterPoint Car Park, Pulteney Street and Rundle Street
  Student day rate available with your student ID card
• UPark 163-185 Rundle Street

Diploma of Nursing

Find your Course Structure document below. Your Course Structure lists the subjects you need to successfully complete to achieve your qualification.

Diploma of Nursing Course Structure   

Student Support

Supporting you through your studies is a high priority for us.

All nursing campuses have staff dedicated to support students such as the Program Coordinator and Learning Advisor.  Counselling services are also available.

Campus	Program Managers	Program Coordinators	Clinical Placement Coordinators
Adelaide	Carol Letts	Karen Edwards	Jan Roper
Brisbane	Sharon Peut	Anastasia Johnson	Olga Dopper
Melbourne	Bianca Rohlje	Jennie Mather (Acting)	TBA
Sydney	Alan Brown	Suzanne Hyde (Acting)	Donna Crosweller (Acting)

Clinical Placement

Students are required to undertake 400 hours of unpaid Clinical Placements which may be located anywhere in Australia.

Clinical Simulation Labs

All nursing students have access to Clinical Simulation Labs where experienced educators will teach required skills and assist in linking theory to practice.  All lab sessions are compulsory. Correct uniform is required to be worn when attending these lab sessions.

Professional behaviour

• Standards for Practice:  Enrolled nurses
• Social Media Policy

Uniform Requirements:

• Think Education Polo Shirt only. NO long sleeve or visible tops under the College Polo.
• Cardigans/jumpers may NOT be worn whilst on duty.
• Navy blue/black tailored trousers or skirts - excludes jeans, tracksuit pants, hipsters or cargo pants.
• Enclosed navy blue or black NON-SLIP shoes as per WHS requirements – NO canvas, joggers or slip on shoes.

Hair

• Must be kept neat, clean and tidy at all times.
• Long hair must be tied back or fastened in such a manner so as not to hang below the collar.
• Hair ties, bands, combs and other hair fasteners are to be at a minimal and of a neutral colour or navy.
• Facial hair – clean-shaven or neatly trimmed beard.
• Approved headwear must be clean, neat and tidy.

Fingernails

• Must be kept neat, clean and well-manicured.
• NO ACRYLIC NAILS OR NAIL VARNISH
• Fingernails should not be visible over the top of the end of the finger when the hands are held with the palms up.

Jewellery

• One plain wedding band, one set of sleepers, studs, or small earrings that sit on the lobe of the ear and do not pose a danger to the patient, resident or student are the only items of jewellery to be worn during placement.
• Facial or other visible body piercing is NOT acceptable. If visible, or stud is non removable, it must be covered by skin coloured tape.

The integration of Chifley Business School into Torrens University is progressing and a special congratulations must go to you the students - you’ve taken the changes in stride and are flourishing academically within the new assessment and module structure.

Missed a Newsletter?

No sweat, read all the issues here:

• Issue 1: Important Changes for 2016 (16 Dec 2015)
• Issue 2: Introduction to Wakefield and Online Hub (8 Jan 2016)
• Issue 3: Introduction to Blackboard (15 Jan 2016)
• Issue 4: Enrolments 2016 (22 Jan 2016)
• Issue 5: Introduction to My Torrens (29 Jan 2016)
• Issue 6: Introduction to your Torrens Library (5 Feb 2016)

Student Representative Council (SRC)

We are a collective of volunteer students that advocate for positive change in the student community and strive to create an inclusive and dynamic study environment.

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Joining the SRC is a great way to get involved in your community, meet awesome people, build your leadership skills and contribute to helping the student body get heard.

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Computer access

You'll need to have access to a computer and the internet while you study to:

• complete your assignments,
• access online resources and
• use Blackboard and My Account.

You will also need a set of standard software packages and reasonably good computer skills.

There are limited student computers available for use on campus - you can access any computer located on your campus. As these are shared computers, avoid using them to save or access personal documents.

Printing

Internet

Free Wi-Fi is available on campus.

We recommend that you use Google Chrome when using the Learning Portal for best results.

Learning portal (Blackboard)

If you are having difficulties with the learning portal please email blackboard@tua.edu.au

For out of hours assistance, Blackboard offers 24/7 phone support: phone 1800 083 204 or check Blackboard's FAQs.

Software and hardware

For computer troubleshooting, hardware or software issues, installations and configuration, help with AV equipment and printer set up or maintenance please contact itservicedesk@tua.edu.au

STUDENT SAFETY

To ensure you stay safe on and off campus we recommend you take the following precautions:

• Avoid being on campus or travelling alone at night
• Be alert and aware of your surroundings
• Avoid dark, vacant and deserted areas
• If an incident does occur please let a member of staff know so we can support you and work alongside local police to minimise risk and promote safety.

• If your car is in the car park and you know you will be leaving after dark, try to move your car to a closer place earlier in the day

SECURITY ON CAMPUS

After hours emergency, call 000.The closet police station is located at 176 Grenfell St, Adelaide. If you see anything or feel threatened in any way please make your way to the police station if possible or call 131 444.

• Wear your student ID card at all times
• Never leave your belongings unattended
• Do not bring unnecessary valuable to campus
• Report suspicious behaviour or anything you feel may be unsafe
• Report all injuries and incident to Student Services and complete an incident report form
• If you need assistance or to report any medical conditions, please see student services(Eg. insulin, asthma inhaler, medication)

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Designated Assembly Area

The designated assembly area for each campus is noted below

Wakefield

Outside the police station on Wakefield Street

Pulteney Street

In Hindmarsh Square - 16 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide SA 5000