Launceston Welcome and Orientation Program
Semester 1, Welcome and Orientation Week runs from 14 Feb - 18 Feb.
We will host a variety of events, activities and information sessions to get you well on your way to a successful future.
It is a requirement for newly commencing students to attend your Welcome and Orientation sessions. Attending your course welcome is a vital part of your introduction to your College and your studies. We also recommend you explore the workshop, info sessions and events available across this program.
Not sure which welcome session to attend? Need help understanding your timetable or navigating MyLO? Visit the Learning Lounge and chat with an online peer mentor and current successful student in real time. During Orientation, drop in between 2pm and 6pm, Monday to Friday.
*Program is subject to changes please check regularly. All sessions are delivered in Australian Eastern Daylight Time.
*Due to COVID restrictions, on-campus Orientations require registration and numbers will be limited, so please register early to secure your place.
Start your University of Tasmania - Key events
| Event | Details | Description |
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| Welcome Point | Monday 14 - Friday 25 February 8.30am - 3.30pm Community Lounge @ The Grove Newnham |
pulingina tu University of lutruwita/ Tasmania. Drop in and get tips to make the most of Orientation Week and starting uni, and get to know your way around campus with a tour from one of our student community engagement leaders. |
| Your College / Course Orientation | Tuesday 15 - Friday 18 February Newnham and Inveresk | Attending your Welcome Session for your college is a vital part of your introduction. |
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Not sure which welcome sessions you should be attending? Find your program area below to identify your college. Arts, Law and Education | Health and Medicine | Sciences and Engineering and Australian Maritime College | Business and Economics | University College | ||
| Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural Experiences | Monday 14 - Friday 18 February Multiple Sessions Newnham and Inveresk Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge Room Register Connection to Campus Tour & Yarning Circle Register | Explore Tasmanian Aboriginal knowledges and culture with our Riawunna team during Orientation Week, visit the Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge Room & Community Exhibition, view the outdoor cultural videos and join the campus tour and yarning circle. |
| Day of Community Service | Friday 18 February 10am - 4pm LT9, Bld L Newnham Campus Register | Meet new people, learn more about lutruwita/Tasmania, and contribute to your local community. Lunch and transport provided – you just need to register. |
| Friday Night Event: Welcome Carnival | Friday 18 February 4pm - 8pm Community Lounge @ the Grove Newnham Register | All staff and students are invited to celebrate and welcome the new academic year! A festival with a carnival flavor. We'll have acrobats, entertainers, live music, lots of delicious free food, and so much more. |
| Community Dinners | Join your Welcome Dinner 6 - 9pm Community Lounge @ the Grove Newnham Campus Devils Dinner Tues, 22 Feb Register Tigers Dinner Thurs, 24 Feb Register Eagles Dinner Tues, 1 March Register Dragons Dinner Thurs, 3 March Register | Calling all Tigers, Devils, Sea Dragons and Eagles! You are invited to join our annual Community Dinner. If you were born in: Jun, Jul or Aug - Eagles Registrations are essential and places are limited. |
| Clubs and Societies Day | Friday 25 February 12 - 3pm Maritime Way Newnham Register | Get ready for the biggest event of the year! Sign up for Clubs & Societies, grab some free swagger and find out what's on offer while you're at uni. Get hyped for a day filled with fun - live music, food and entertainment! |
International
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| International students: Starting your studies online from your home country | Tuesday 15 February 3 - 4pm Online Register | An online session with International Student Advisers about how to prepare for your first semester of study online from your home country. |
| International students: Connecting you with your life and studies in Launceston, Tasmania | Friday 18 February 9 - 10am LT9, Bld L Newnham Register | Meet the international student support team and experience making connections with new people to help you succeed in your life and studies in Launceston. |
Arts, Law and Education
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma of Family History Course Welcome | Wednesday 9 February MyLO | Orientation for this course will be taking place within MyLO, before we commence on 9 February. If you have any questions beforehand, please use the College of Arts, Law and Education discussion boards on the UniStart MyLO site to get in touch with us. |
| Bachelor of Justice Studies Degree Welcome | Tuesday 15 February 10 - 11.30am Rm 141, Bld L Newnham Register | A welcome to students in the Bachelor of Justice Studies, and a live Q&A session, where you can find out everything you need to know about the Bachelor of Justice Studies. This event is compulsory. |
| Bachelor of Arts, Associate Degree in Arts and Diploma of Arts Welcome | Tuesday 15 February 10am - 12pm LT 9, Arts Bld Newnham Register | Your introduction to course structure, what you can expect and where the Bachelor of Arts can take you. Students who will be studying the Bachelor of Arts, Associate Degree in Arts or Diploma of Arts by distance are expected to attend this event. Students who are on a pathway to Arts, such as the Diploma of University Studies, are welcome to attend. |
| Education Course Welcome | Tuesday 15 February 10 - 3pm LT 5, Raymond Ferral Centre, Bld X Newnham Register | Orientation for Bachelor of Education (Primary,) Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education), Bachelor of Education (Secondary) and Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education, Associate Degree in Education Support An introduction to University life, expectations at University, understanding your timetable, time management, and advice to prepare for the journey you are embarking on. Opportunity to meet and interact with new students, current students, and staff. Specific Education course information and insight will be provided. |
| Diploma of Languages Course Welcome | Tuesday 15 February 10.30 - 11.30am Online Register | An introduction to our Languages program with Course Coordinator, Dr Taufiq Tanasaldy. This event is compulsory. |
| Diploma of Paralegal Practice Course Welcome | Tuesday 15 February 11am - 12pm Online Register | A welcome to students and an introduction to the study of law, the Diploma of Paralegal Practice and your progression through it. This event is compulsory. |
| Creative Arts and Media Course Welcome | Tuesday 15 February 11am - 12pm Online Register | The Heads of Discipline in Music, Media, Fine Arts and Theatre will welcome students commencing in a Creative Arts and Media degree and offer insight into student life in the Creative Arts. There will be opportunity to ask course specific questions. This event is compulsory. |
| Welcome to Social Work On-Campus Induction (A4S years 1, 2, 3 & 4 R7O years 1 & 2) | Wednesday 16 February 10am - 1.30pm LT 9, Bld L Newnham Register 10am-11:15am Ya pulingina/Welcome to Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work with Honours Years 1, 2, 3 & 4 and Master of Social Work (Qualifying) Years 1 & 2). 11:30am-1:30pm Orientation and Induction (Bachelor of Social Work with Honours Year 1 & 2). 11:30am-1:30pm Orientation and Induction (Bachelor of Social Work with Honours Year 3 and Master of Social Work (Qualifying) Year 1). | It is a requirement for new and continuing BSW with Honours and MSW(Q) students to attend on-campus induction sessions in Orientation Week. You will receive essential information about your social work studies and there will be time for you to ask questions. Meet teaching staff and your peers ahead of the start of semester. There will also be an additional, compulsory Zoom (online) information and Q&A session about field education (placements) in week 1 of Semester 1. More information will be provided about all of these sessions closer to the date. |
| Law Student Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3.30pm Rm 144, Bld G Newnham Register | A welcome to students and an introduction to the study of law, the Bachelor of Laws course and your progression through it. This event is compulsory. Students who are enrolled in the Diploma of Paralegal Practice are welcome to attend, noting that more specific information about this degree program will be provided at the online session scheduled for Tuesday 15 February 11am – 12 pm. |
| Bachelor of Arts, Associate Degree in Arts and Diploma of Arts Course Welcome | Thursday 17 February 10am - 11.30am Online Register | Your introduction to course structure, what you can expect and where the Bachelor of Arts can take you. Students who will be studying the Bachelor of Arts, Associate Degree in Arts or Diploma of Arts by distance are expected to attend this event. Students who are on a pathway to Arts, such as the Diploma of University Studies, are welcome to attend. |
| Education Course Welcome | Thursday 17 February 10am- 2pm Online Register | Orientation for Bachelor of Education (Applied Learning), Bachelor of Education (Primary), Bachelor of Education (Primary) and Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education, Associate Degree in Education Support. An introduction to University life, expectations at University, understanding your timetable, time management, and advice to prepare for the journey you are embarking on. Opportunity to meet and interact with new students, current students, and staff. Specific Education course information and insight will be provided. |
| Bachelor of Justice Studies Course Welcome | Thursday 17 February 10 -11am Online Register | A welcome to students in the Bachelor of Justice Studies, and a live Q&A session, where you can find out everything you need to know about the Bachelor of Justice Studies. This event is compulsory for distance students. |
| Bachelor of Law Course Welcome | Thursday 17 February 2pm - 3.30pm Online Register | A welcome to students and an introduction to the study of law, the Bachelor of Laws course and your progression through it. This event is compulsory. |
| Social Work Online Orientation (for those unable to attend compulsory on-campus induction due to illness, emergency, family or caring duties) | Thursday 17 February 3 - 4pm Online Register | New and continuing BSW with Honours and MSW(Q) students are required to attend induction. You will receive essential information about your social work studies and there will be time for you to ask questions. Meet teaching staff and your peers ahead of the start of semester. |
| Creative Arts and Media Campus Tours, Social Event and Head of School Welcome | Thursday 17 February 3.30 - 6.30pm Stone Building Inveresk Register | Discover the School of Creative Arts and Media through our onsite orientation activities: Welcome by the Head of School, Assoc Prof Meg Keating, Deputy Head Dr Rohan Nicol, WHS induction by the school Operations Team Leader and a Steps to Success session with our Student Adviser. Join staff and current students as you get to know your peers and discover the secrets of our fabulous Inveresk campus. End the Welcome Day for Creative Arts and Media at Inveresk with a BBQ in the grounds outside the Stone Building. |
Health and Medicine
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Orientation | Monday 10 - Tuesday 11 January 9.30am - 1pm LT5, Bld X Newnham Register | Join us for vital information to assist you in preparation for intensive 1 which occurs in the week following Orientation. We are offering multiple sessions with your attendance only required at one. Please register for your preferred day. Places are limited. |
| Bachelor of Nursing - Online Orientation |
Thursday 13 January 9.30 - 10.30am Online Register | This online Orientation is for students who were unable to join us on campus in Tasmania or online in Sydney and will provide vital information to assist you to prepare for intensive 1 which occurs in the week following Orientation. |
Postgraduate Nursing Orientation | Tuesday 15 February 12 - 1.30pm Online Register | This is an opportunity for you to engage with the School. We understand that embarking on the next step and studying again after a few years out of university can be daunting. We want you to feel confident and have all the information you need to be successful. |
| School of Health Sciences Orientation | Thursday 17 February 10am - 12.30pm LT5, Bld X Newnham Register | Students enrolled in Exercise and Sports Science, Laboratory Medicine, Nutrition Science and Health Science (Medical Radiation Science) will be introduced to your First Year Coordinator and processes essential to your studies. We encourage all students to attend. |
| School of Health Sciences Lunch | Thursday 17 February 1 - 2pm The Grove Newnham Register | Lunch for College of Health and Medicine students and staff. |
| Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine Orientation | Thursday 17 February 2 - 4pm Rm 227, Bld C Newnham Register | In this session, students will be given specific course information plus a tour of laboratory facilities. You will have the opportunity to meet our academic team and familiarise yourself with the course requirements. |
| Bachelor of Nutrition Sciences Orientation | Thursday 17 February 2 - 4pm Rm 206, Bld G Newnham Register | In this session, students will be given specific course information plus a tour of learning and teaching facilities. You will have the opportunity to meet our academic team and familiarise yourself with the course requirements. |
| Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science Orientation | Thursday 17 February 2 - 4pm Rm 104, Bld G Newnham Register | In this session, students will be given specific course information plus a tour of laboratory facilities. Students will have the opportunity to undertake performance testing, and familiarise themselves with our laboratory resources. |
| Bachelor of Health Science/Medical Radiation Science Orientation | Thursday 17 February 2 - 4pm Rm 209, Bld M Newnham Register | In this session, students will be given specific course information plus a tour of learning and teaching facilities. You will have the opportunity to meet our academic team and familiarise yourself with the course requirements. |
| Bachelor of Psychological Sciences Orientation | Thursday 17 February 2 - 3.30pm LT9, Bld L Newnham Register | This session will provide you with information about what to expect in your first year in psychology. While this session is aimed at those doing the Bachelor of Psychological Science, anyone commencing in psychology is welcome to join. There will be the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session over afternoon tea. |
Sciences and Engineering
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| College Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 1 - 1.45pm Online Register | Official welcome to Sciences and Engineering by Executive Dean of the College, an introduction to College, Schools/Institutes and structure of the day. We encourage all students to attend and look forward to meeting you online.. |
| Agricultural Science Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing S4A Bachelor of Agricultural Science with Honours course. Your course coordinator Associate Professor Kara Barry will take you through the course structure, your learning opportunities and answer your questions. |
| Architecture and Built Environments Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing P3H Bachelor of Architecture and Built Environments course. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Design Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing in P3I Bachelor of Design and Z2E Associate Degree Applied Design. Your course coordinators will take you through the course structure, learning experiences and opportunities, and answer any questions. |
| Engineering Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | Join Dr Anna Wrobel, First Year Coordinator of the Bachelor of Engineering (spec), for a live Q&A session, where you can find out everything you need to know about the Bachelor of Engineering. This event is compulsory. |
| AMC Global Logistics & Maritime Management Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all undergraduate and postgraduate students commencing Global Logistics and Maritime Management course. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Information & Communication Technology Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2pm - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing P3T Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology course. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Marine and Antarctic Science Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing P3L Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science course. Your course coordinator, Kerrie Swadling, will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Maritime Training (Seafaring) Deck Watchkeeper | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | Open to Deck Watchkeeper students (23Q/22Q), Bachelor of Applied Science (NS) and Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (NS). Your course coordinator Neil Pereira will take you through the course structure and answer any of your questions. |
| Maritime Training (Seafaring) Chief Mate/ Master Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome orientation for students starting the Chief Mates/Masters program (3rd year of Bachelor of Nautical Science). The Course Coordinator Dr. Samrat Ghosh will take the students through the course structure and learning tools. |
| Maritime Training (Seafaring) Pre-Sea Engine, Engineer Watchkeeper, Chief Engineer Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing Maritime Training (Seafaring) Pre-Sea Engine, Engineer Watchkeeper, Chief Engineer Courses. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Natural Environment & Wilderness Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing P3M Bachelor of Natural Environment and Wilderness course. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Bachelor of Science Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing the Bachelor of Science. Open to P3O Bachelor of Science and Science double degree students. Your course coordinator Dr Ashley Edwards will take you through the course structure, how to prepare for your studies and answer your questions. |
| Surveying and Spatial Sciences Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing 73G Bachelor of Surveying and Spatial Sciences course. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Bachelor of Maritime Engineering Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all undergraduate students commencing the Maritime Engineering course. Your course coordinator Nick Johnson will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Master of Architecture Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 3 - 4pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing D7C Master of Architecture course. Your course coordinator Dr. Helen Norrie will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Master of Information Technology and Systems Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 3 - 4pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing K7I Master of Information Technology and Systems course. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Master of Planning Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 3 - 4pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing K7P Master of Planning course. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Postgraduate Environment and Protected Areas Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 3 - 4pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing postgraduate environment and conservation courses. Your course coordinators Dr.'s Emma Pharo and Vanessa Adams will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Maritime Engineering Postgraduate Course Welcome |
Wednesday 16 February 3 - 4pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all postgraduate students commencing the Maritime Engineering courses. Your course coordinator Dr Ehsan Arzaghi will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Diploma in Sustainable Living Degree Welcome | Wednesday 16 February 4 - 5pm Online Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing Z1K Diploma in Sustainable Living. Your course coordinator will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. |
| Bachelor of Information & Communication Technology Degree Induction, Tour & Lunch | Thursday 17 February 10am - 2pm Rm 137, Bld V Newnham Register | A welcome and overview for all commencing students. Your course coordinator will introduce you to key teaching staff and provide details about your first year units. Participate in a lab induction, tour our campus and we'll finish with BBQ lunch. |
| Master of Information Technology & Systems Degree Information Session, Induction, Tour & Lunch | Thursday 17 February 10 - 2pm Rm 192, Bld V Newnham Register | A welcome and overview for all commencing students. Your course coordinator will introduce you to key teaching staff, provide details about your transition semester units and how you prepare for choosing your specialisations. Participate in a lab induction, tour our campus and we'll finish with BBQ lunch. |
| Bachelor of Maritime Engineering Welcome including BBQ Lunch and Tours | Thursday 17 February 11am - 2pm Rm G79, Swanson Bld Newnham Register | A welcome and overview for all undergraduate students commencing the Maritime Engineering course. Your course coordinator Nick Johnson will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. There will be a welcome BBQ lunch provided followed by facility tours and campus familiarisation. |
| Maritime Engineering Postgraduate Course Welcome including BBQ Lunch and Tours | Thursday 17 February 11am - 2pm Rm G71, Swanson Bld Newnham Register | A welcome and overview for all postgraduate students commencing the Maritime Engineering courses. Your course coordinator Dr Ehsan Arzaghi will take you through the course structure, your career options and answer your questions. There will be a welcome BBQ lunch provided followed by facility tours and campus familiarisation. |
| Bachelor of Agricultural Science | Thursday 17 February 11.30 - 12.30pm To be announced Newnham Register | An on-campus opportunity to meet with Degree Coordinator Kara Barry, understand your timetable and tour the facilities you will be using in your first semester. |
| Chemistry 1A and Introduction to Chemistry Unit Induction | Thursday 17 February 12 - 12.30pm Rm 141, Bld S Newnham Register | A welcome and overview for all students commencing KRA113 or KRA161. KRA161 unit coordinator Dr Susan Turland will provide you with details about how to prepare for your first weeks in these units, and also give you a quick tour of the Chemistry building and laboratory. |
| Architecture & Design Induction and Campus Tour | Thursday 17 February 12.30 - 2.30pm Rm 141, Bld S Newnham Register | An opportunity for students in P3I Bachelor of Design, Z2E Associate Degree Applied Design, P3H Bachelor of Architecture & Built Environments and D7C Master of Architecture to tour the campus and meet staff and students. |
| Biology of Plants and Biology of Animals joint Unit Induction and Tour | Thursday 17 February 2 - 2.30pm Rm 152, Bld S Newnham Register | A welcome and overview for all students KPA161 Biology of Plants and KZA161 Biology of Animals joint session. KPA161 Biology of Plants unit coordinator Prof. Greg Jordan will provide you with details about how to prepare for these units, and also introduce you to the laboratory in which you will be working. |
Business and Economics
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Accelerated Bachelor of Business, Study Period 1 Orientation Session | Monday 31 January 11am -12pm Online Register | College of Business and Economics Orientation session for commencing Accelerated Bachelor of Business students in study period 1. Students are expected to attend both the online and on-campus Orientation and Induction. |
| Accelerated Bachelor of Business, Launceston welcome & induction session for study period 1 | Wednesday 2 February 12 -1pm Seminar Rm 1, Henty House Launceston CBD Register | Onsite welcome and induction sessions for commencing Accelerated Bachelor of Business students in study period 1. Students are expected to attend both the online and on-campus Orientation and Induction. |
| Business and Economics Orientation | Wednesday 16 February 2 - 3.15pm Online Register | Orientation session for all commencing College of Business and Economics students. This session will also include break out discussions for the following courses: Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Economics, Master of Business Administration, Master of Professional Accounting, Master of Finance and Master of Marketing Management. |
| CPA Information Session | Wednesday 16 February 3.30 - 4.30pm Online Register | Information Session for new TSBE students undertaking studies in accounting, hosted by Kristy Scott from CPA Aus. |
| Business and Economics Welcome and Induction | Thursday 17 February 1- 2.30pm Rm G01D, Henty House Launceston CBD Register | Onsite welcome and induction session for commencing Launceston-based Business and Economics students in both postgraduate and undergraduate programs. |
University College
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Online Orientation for 21A Diploma of University Studies (Nursing Foundation Studies) - NSP1 |
Monday 10 January 2 - 3pm Online Register | An online introduction to the curriculum, systems, supports and staff for students studying a Nursing Foundation Studies with University College. |
| University Preparation Program Orientation | Tuesday 15 February 10 - 11am Flexible Learning Space, Sir Raymond Ferrall Newnham Register | An on-campus induction to the curriculum, systems, supports and staff for students studying the University Preparation Program at University College. |
| Diploma or Associate Degree with University College (Ucommence) | Wednesday 16 February 10.30am -12.30pm Flexible Learning Space, Sir Raymond Ferrall Newnham Register | An on-campus induction to the curriculum, systems, supports and staff for student studying the Diploma or Associate Degree with University College. Meet Course and Unit Coordinators, network with other students and ask questions about the program, resources and available support. |
| Diploma of University Studies and Diploma of Pharmacy Studies Orientation | Tuesday 15 February 9 - 10am Online Register | An online induction to the curriculum, systems, supports and staff for students studying the (21A) Diploma of University Studies and (X1M) Diploma of Pharmacy Studies with the University College. |
Diploma of University Studies students, are warmly encouraged to also join the welcome sessions for your future Degree:
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| Introduction to MyLO | Friday 18 February Multiple sessions, choose one Online 10 - 11.15am Register 1- 2.15pm Register | University College students introduction to MyLO, our learning management system (LMS). You will learn how to navigate MyLO, join online sessions, view class recordings, see where to upload assessments, and locate many other resources. This session is highly recommended for all commencing UC students and is a wonderful opportunity for students to ask questions in a relaxed environment. |
Riawunna
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Riawunna Orientation Program for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students | Wednesday 16 February 10am - 12pm Riawunna Centre , Bld K Newnham Campus Register Online or Register On-campus | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are invited to attend Riawunna’s Orientation Program to hear about supports and services offered at Riawunna. You can choose to attend online OR on campus. |
| Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural Experiences | ||
| Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge Room & Community Exhibition | Monday 14 - Friday 18 February 9.30am - 4.30pm Riawunna Centre, Bld K Newnham Campus Register | Riawunna will host a Tasmanian Aboriginal Cultural knowledge room and Aboriginal Community exhibition in the Riawunna Centre at Newnham. |
| Outdoor Cultural Videos | Monday 14 - Friday 18 February 9.30am - 4.30pm Riawunna Centre, Bld K Newnham | For the duration of O week, Riawunna will screen cultural videos projected onto the Riawunna building. This is opportunity to stop, listen and ground yourself in such a busy yet exciting week for students. |
| Connection to Campus Tour and Yarning Circle | Tuesday 15 February 10am - 1pm Riawunna Centre Newnham Campus Register | Connection to Campus tour with a yarning circle and cultural feed. |
Workshops, Info Sessions and Events
| Event | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| UniGym Tours and UniSport | Tuesday 15 February 10am - 1pm UniGym Newnham Campus Drop-in |
Check out the best value gym in Launceston! Whilst you are here, find out about all the sporting options on offer: UniSport Nationals, Indigenous Nationals, FREE campus sport, and more! |
| Planning for Assessments and Navigating MyLO |
Tuesday 15 February 1 - 2pm Flexible Learning Space, Sir Raymond Ferrall Centre Blid X Newnham Register | Learn how to manage your study and navigate UTAS systems. During this webinar you will learn how to manage your study, accommodating life, work, and university study in healthy ways. This webinar will also introduce you to UTAS systems such as MyLO, the Student Portal and Office 365. |
| Sustainability at Uni | Wednesday 16 February 10 - 11am Online Register | At the University of Tasmania we have a wholistic approach to sustainability. Hear from current staff and students in the University's Sustainability Team about how initiatives have shaped sustainability at the University and how you can be involved throughout 2022. |
| Study Abroad & Exchange Info Session 1 | Wednesday 16 February 12- 1pm Online Register | During the semester we hold info sessions and regular open hours to make your academic journey fun and globally relevant by studying overseas. Join the conversation and learn everything there is to know about Study Abroad & Exchange. |
| Climate Active Students | Thursday 17 February 1 - 2pm Online Register | How is the University involved in and practicing climate action both locally and internationally? Join the Sustainability Team for a conversation about climate leadership within the University and what opportunities there are for you to be climate active while you study. |
| Newnham Community Day | Wednesday 23 February 10am - 4pm Community Lounge @ the Grove Newnham Register | Every Wednesday is Community Day @ The Grove. Throughout the year you can pop in, meet people, hang out with friends, relax in front of the fire or in the sunny courtyard garden, share a tasty free lunch and join in some activities. You'll get the opportunity to find out what is happening on campus and sign up for community events. |
| Inveresk Community Day | Thursday 24 February 10am - 4pm The Laneway Inveresk Register | Every Thursday is Community Day in The Laneway. Throughout the year you can pop in, meet people, hang out with friends, relax in the sunshine, share a tasty free lunch and join in some activities. You'll get the opportunity to find out what is happening on campus and sign up for community events. |
| Study Abroad & Exchange Info Session 2 | Thursday 24 February 1 - 2pm Online Register | These Study Abroad & Exchange info sessions will provide you with everything you need to know about going overseas as a part of your University of Tasmania Degree. Join us for a fun and interactive session. The world is at your finger-tips |
| All Week | ||
| Welcome Point | Monday 14 - Friday 25 February 8.30am - 3.30pm Community Lounge @ The Grove Newnham | Drop in and get tips to make the most of orientation week and starting uni, and get to know your way around campus with a tour from one of our Student Community Engagement Leaders. |
| Campus Tours | Monday 14 February - Friday 25 February 11am - 3pm Community Lounge @ The Grove Newnham Register | Join our student Community Engagement Leaders as they show you in and outs of campus life |
| Learning Lounge Online | 1 - 24 December 2021, 8 - 9pm 10 January - 4 February, 2 -4pm 7 February - 3 May, 2 - 6pm Online Drop-in | Drop in and talk to an Learning Lounge Mentor online for help navigating orientation, your timetable, and MyLO, and for tips to develop your study skills. |
