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SEMESTER 1 // 2019 18 - 22 FEBRUARY
PLAN YOUR ORIENTATION FOLLOW NEW TO CURTIN
Visit the Orientation Planner in OASIS ON FACEBOOK
(oasis.curtin.edu.au) now to view the
Connect with New to Curtin on
compulsory academic sessions you
Facebook for handy tips, tricks
need to attend during O-Week.
and updates during O-Week and
throughout the semester.
The planner also allows you to build a
facebook.com/NewToCurtin
timetable of the additional sessions,
activities and fun events you’d like to
attend. WHAT’S ON
Get off to the best start by attending
ORDER YOUR as many activities and information
STUDENT ID CARD sessions as you can!
Get ahead and order your student Uni Essentials: learn the basics of
ID card online through OASIS university and being a Curtin student.
(oasis.curtin.edu.au). You’ll receive
an email when your card is ready to Uni Life: find out how to create
collect or has been mailed to you. your university experience outside
of the classroom.
GOT A QUESTION?
Uni Skills: develop the key skills
Look out for our friendly volunteers you’ll need for academic and personal
around campus – you’ll spot them in success at university.
green shirts. You can also visit Curtin
Connect, for student service, support
and advice in Building 102, between
8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday.MATURE AGE ORIENTATION & PART TIME
UNI ESSENTIALS
STUDENT ORIENTATION
OFFICIAL WELCOME CEREMONY Learn practical tips on how to succeed as a mature age
The Official Welcome is the place to be on day one of student, including how to access a range of support
O-Week! Experience an Indigenous ‘Welcome to Country’ services. This interactive session will also include
and take in words of wisdom from key Curtin staff. plenty of time to ask questions and mingle with fellow
students.
ACCESS-ABILITY SERVICES INFORMATION
SESSION OASIS, BLACKBOARD & IT ESSENTIALS
Learn how to navigate Curtin’s online systems, including
Find out more about the free and confidential services
OASIS, Blackboard and eStudent. We’ll also cover useful
available to support you if you have an ongoing health
information on how to access free wi-fi on campus,
condition or disability. If you have any specific access
student software packages and more!
requirements for this session, let us know by phoning
08 9266 7850 or emailing access.ability@curtin.edu.au. SUCCEEDING AT UNI
FEES INFORMATION SESSION FOR DOMESTIC Find out about the key characteristics and strategies
STUDENTS shared by successful students and how they can help
you have a successful first semester at Curtin.
As a student at Curtin there are multiple payment
options available to you for your degree. In this session, UNIHUB & CAREERS
we take you through these payment options, important Want to know how you can make yourself more
dates, how to pay fees and how to request a HELP loan. employable? In this session, you’ll learn how to search
for jobs, access career and resume advice, and find out
FEES INFORMATION SESSION FOR more about career and leadership events.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Tuition fees are a part of your university life, so it’s
important to understand how they work. In this session,
you will learn about how to find your fees, when they are
due, and how to pay or find help if you’re having trouble
paying on time.
INTERNATIONAL ORIENTATION
This compulsory session is essential for all new
international students to help you get the most out
of your Australian experience. You’ll learn important
information about your student visa, wellbeing, safety
and how to access academic and language support.
LIBRARY TOURS
A library tour is your opportunity to get familiar with the
resources and facilities available, so that you can get the
most out of the library from day one. Places are limited
to the first 100 students to each tour.
LIFE AS A DOUBLE DEGREE STUDENT
If you’re studying a double degree, come along and hear
useful tips from other double degree students on how to
balance your studies.SPORTS & RECREATION
UNI LIFE
Hear from Curtin Stadium about the range of sport and
INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELLING GROUP recreation programs you can join, from fitness centre
PROGRAMS memberships, social sports and boot camps, through to
Curtin Experiences programs and trips.
Discover more about the Counselling Service’s free
workshops, which are available to help you identify YOUR STUDENT EXPERIENCE
and nurture the personal skills you’ll need to succeed
during your studies. University is about more than just studying and there
are so many experiences outside the classroom. Hear
GALLERY FAMILIARISATION AND BACK OF from current students including the Curtin Student
HOUSE TOUR Guild, as they share tips and advice on how to have a
great Curtin student experience.
Explore the John Curtin Gallery through a guided tour
and learn about the incredible facilities. You’ll also get
to take an exclusive look at the current exhibition and UNI SKILLS
preview the 2019 program. Places limited to the first 25
students to each tour. EFFECTIVE READING
Academic reading requires skill and stamina. This
GLOBAL OVERSEAS OPPORTUNITIES
workshop will teach you the techniques you need to
This is a must-do if you’re thinking about combining become an effective reader.
travel with study. You’ll hear useful information on
LIBRARY: WHAT’S ON OFFER
partner universities, short-term programs, internships
and volunteer opportunities, so you can start planning. Learn how to navigate the library’s online resources,
including how to borrow a laptop, book a study room,
GUILD CAMPUS TOURS use e-books and access journal articles. Places are
Get to know your way around campus and hear first limited to the first 50 students to each session.
hand what life on campus is like from a Guild rep. You’ll MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
find out where to find the best coffee, charge your gear
and even take a cheeky nap. Develop your focus, encourage positive thought patterns
and improve your memory with a 30 minute mindfulness
HANDS ON: YOUR SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION meditation session. No registration is required however
(DOMESTIC STUDENTS) places are limited to 18 people to each session.
Hear tips and advice on how to submit a competitive REFERENCING & ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
scholarship application. Staff will be available to provide Discover the tools you’ll need to navigate the tricky
advice on supporting documents, so please bring along situations that might challenge your academic integrity
anything you would like checked. during your studies. We’ll also cover some useful tips
LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEERING and resources to help you become a better writer.
TIME MANAGEMENT
Hear more about the programs and opportunities
available to meet other students, connect with your Learn practical tips, tricks and techniques that will
community and develop new skills. You’ll also find out boost your time management skills and keep you on
how you can gain official recognition in co-curricular track through your studies.
programs through the Curtin Extra Certificate.
MONEY MATTERS: BUDGETING
Learn tips and tricks on managing your money as a
student, from managing your income and creating a
budget.
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR DOMESTIC STUDENTS
Find out more about the range of scholarships available
to domestic students, including application due dates.
Scholarships staff will also give you handy tips on how to
submit a competitive application.ENTERTAINMENT DAILY TOURS / WORKSHOPS
FESTIVAL HUBS OPEN: 10AM - 2PM LIBRARY TOURS // BLDG 105 LVL 2 (45 MINUTES)
MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY
MONDAY
WELCOME BREAKFAST 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm
Fuel up for the day with a FREE breakfast hosted by
Curtin’s Student Guild. TUESDAY
11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm & 4pm
ATKINSON FORUM
THURSDAY
Print your best #curtinoweek selfies at our Instagram
11am, 1pm & 4pm
printer, create your own masterpiece at our creative
station or enjoy free milkshakes or bubble tea giveaways FRIDAY
while listening to upbeat tunes. 11am & 1pm
FRIEND SPEED DATING
JOHN CURTIN GALLERY TOURS
Want to meet new people and make some friends? Then
// BLDG 200A FOYER (30 MINUTES)
here’s your chance to meet fellow students in a fun and
chilled out space. TUESDAY & THURSDAY
GUILD O-DAY 11am & 3pm
Get ready for a massive day full of fun and freebies. GUILD CAMPUS TOURS
With more than 100 student clubs and stalls, you won’t
// OUTSIDE GUILD BLDG 106F (1 HOUR)
want to miss out on all the entertainment, games and
activities. MONDAY
HENDERSON VILLAGE MAIN STAGE 11am & 2pm
Head along and grab a bean bag, some free popcorn TUESDAY & FRIDAY
and enjoy multi-cultural dance troupes, local musicians,
10am & 2pm
student films, pop-up market stalls and much more!
JOLLEY BEACH THURSDAY
10am & 5pm
Come chill at Jolley Beach with laid back vibes, t-shirt
printing, icy poles and meet some local Australian LIBRARY: WHATS ON OFFER
animals.
// BLDG 105:412
SCULPTURE GARDEN
MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY
Relax at the Sculpture Garden with a free five-minute
massage and fresh juice giveaways, or join in with our
12pm & 2pm
collaborative art piece. If you need some extra zen, then
come along to a morning yoga session on Tuesday, MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
Thursday and Friday at 8am - 9am. // BLDG 109 LVL 2 (30 MINUTES)
MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY
QUIET SPACES 12pm
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or have difficulties
with high sensory environments, you can retreat to a
designated quiet space throughout the week.
CREATIVE QTR HILL // OUTSIDE BLDG 217
ROBERTSON LIBRARY // INSIDE BLDG 105 LVL 6
MEDICAL SCHOOL // OUTSIDE BLDG 410
You may also wish to view the sensory map which
indicates areas of the campus that will be highly
activated during the week. For a copy of the sensory
map visit: bit.ly/sensorymapMONDAY TUESDAY CONT’D
WHAT WHEN & WHERE WHAT WHEN & WHERE
WELCOME BREAKFAST 8am - 8.45am OASIS, BLACKBOARD & 1.45pm - 2.45pm
Henderson Village IT ESSENTIALS Curtin Stadium
(The Pines) BLDG 111
OFFICIAL WELCOME 9am - 10am SPORTS & RECREATION 3pm - 4pm
CEREMONY Henderson Village Curtin Stadium
(The Pines) BLDG 111
OASIS, BLACKBOARD & 10.15am - 11.15am LEADERSHIP & 3pm - 4pm
IT ESSENTIALS Curtin Stadium VOLUNTEERING Tim Winton LT
BLDG 111 213:101
UNIHUB & CAREERS 10.15am - 11.15am SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 4.15pm - 4.45pm
Elizabeth Jolley LT DOMESTIC STUDENTS Tim Winton LT
210:101 213:101
FRIEND SPEED DATING 11.15am - 12.15pm SUCCEEDING AT UNI 4.15pm - 5.15pm
Lower Henderson Curtin Stadium
Court BLDG 111
YOUR STUDENT 11.30am - 12.30pm
EXPERIENCE Curtin Stadium
WEDNESDAY
BLDG 111 WHAT WHEN & WHERE
MATURE AGE & PART 3.30pm - 6pm ACCESS-ABILITY 9am - 10am
TIME STUDENT Tim Winton LT SERVICES INFORMATION Robertson Library
ORIENTATION 213:101 SESSION 105:107
INTERNATIONAL 9.30am - 11am
TUESDAY ORIENTATION Curtin Stadium
(COMPULSORY FOR BLDG 111
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)
WHAT WHEN & WHERE
REFERENCING & 12.30pm - 1.30pm GUILD O-DAY 11am - 2.30pm
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Curtin Stadium Sir Charles Court
BLDG 111 Promenade
(Outside BLDG 408)
GLOBAL OVERSEAS 12.30pm - 1.30pm
OPPORTUNITIES Bankwest LT FEES INFORMATION 3pm - 3.30pm
200A:220 FOR DOMESTIC Hollis LT
STUDENTS 401:155
MONEY MATTERS: 1.45pm - 2.15pm
BUDGETING Tim Winton LT FEES INFORMATION 3.30pm - 4pm
213:101 FOR INTERNATIONAL Hollis LT
STUDENTS 401:155
Correct at time of publication. Details subject to change.THURSDAY FRIDAY
WHAT WHEN & WHERE WHAT WHEN & WHERE
INTRODUCTION TO 10am - 11am LIFE AS A DOUBLE 10am - 11am
COUNSELLING GROUP Robertson Library DEGREE STUDENT Elizabeth Jolley LT
PROGRAMS 105:107 210:101
SUCCEEDING AT UNI 10am - 11am FEES INFORMATION FOR 10am - 10.30am
Ken Hall LT DOMESTIC STUDENTS Hollis LT
403:101 401:155
OASIS, BLACKBOARD & 11.15am - 12.15pm FEES INFORMATION 10:30am - 11am
IT ESSENTIALS Ken Hall LT FOR INTERNATIONAL Hollis LT
403:101 STUDENTS 401:155
FRIEND SPEED DATING 11.15am - 12.15pm EFFECTIVE READING 11.15am - 12.15pm
Lower Henderson Elizabeth Jolley LT
Court 210:101
YOUR STUDENT 12.30pm - 1.30pm HANDS ON: YOUR 11.15am - 12.15pm
EXPERIENCE Tim Winton LT SCHOLARSHIP Curtin Business
213:101 APPLICATION School
(DOMESTIC STUDENTS) 402:224
REFERENCING & 12.30pm - 1.30pm
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Tim Winton LT ACCESS-ABILITY 12.30pm - 1.30pm
403:101 SERVICES INFORMATION Robertson Library
SESSION 105:107
LEADERSHIP & 1.45pm - 2.45pm
VOLUNTEERING Tim Winton LT REFERENCING & 1pm - 2pm
213:101 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Elizabeth Jolley LT
210:101
TIME MANAGEMENT 1.45pm - 2.45pm
Ken Hall LT TIME MANAGEMENT 2.15pm - 3.15pm
403:101 Elizabeth Jolley LT
210:101
UNIHUB & CAREERS 2.30pm - 3.30pm
Ken Hall LT
403:101
GLOBAL OVERSEAS 2.30pm - 3.30pm
There’s an easy way to Example:
OPPORTUNITIES Bankwest LT
find classrooms and lecture Elizabeth Jolley
200A:220
theatres on the Bentley LT 210:101 =
SPORT & RECREATION 4pm – 5pm Campus! The first three Lecture Theatre
Ken Hall LT numbers refer to the
Building
403:101 building number, followed
210 Level 1
by the level and
MATURE AGE AND 5pm - 7.30pm room number. Room 1
PART TIME STUDENT Tim Winton LT
ORIENTATION 213:101Bus Interchange
Atkinson
Forum
Jolley
Beach
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