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Regional Students | 8 October 2025
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With World Mental Health Day coming up on 10 October, this edition puts wellbeing in the spotlight. Take a moment to explore a fresh perspective with creative wellbeing comics, student stories and support resources – a reminder that your mental wellbeing matters and you’re not alone. Don’t forget to explore Wellbeing@UniSA – your go-to spot for resources and services to help you look after your health and wellbeing at uni. |
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A big shout-out to our Student Volunteer of the Year finalists |
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Wellbeing comics to brighten your day |
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Student story: Say yes to yourself |
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Stay on top of your wellbeing during exams |
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Challenging gender stereotypes and building connection |
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Changes to IT support requests |
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Make an impact and upskill through these volunteering opportunities |
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Tune in to the Leader in Us Season 2 featuring Professor David Lloyd |
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Last chance to register for AU student webinar |
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A big shout-out to our Student Volunteer of the Year finalists
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We’re excited to share the finalists for UniSA’s 2025 Student Volunteer of the Year (SVOTY) Award, which recognises students who have made outstanding contribution on campus and in the wider community through volunteering.
Congratulations to Allene Hamidi, Mariam Qanitah, Pavahaariny Kathegesen, Ruth Appiah and Swathi Pisipati! Winner will be announced on 27 October at the OPAL Gala – we
can’t wait to celebrate your achievements!
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Wellbeing comics to brighten your day
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Need a quick break from your studies? Check out the amazing wellbeing comics designed by our talented UniSA Creative students, each one addressing common student experiences such as anxiety, overwhelm and exhaustion.
• Anxiously Tangled by Chloe Kuhlmann
• Burned Out by Mia Todd
• I’m (not) Fine by Alex Gray
• The Quiet Struggle by Jade Farmer
Each comic captures real feelings many of us share – like a gentle hug for anyone who’s ever felt the same way.
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Student story: Say yes to yourself
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Saying yes to everything can take a toll on our wellbeing. UniSA Bachelor of Communication and Media student Bao Tram Tran shares her journey and wisdom of setting boundaries and finding balance in life.
“I was an easygoing person. And I still am.
“Hey, wanna hang out this weekend?”
“Cool, I’ll be there.” (Even though I was tired)
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a long time, I thought saying yes made me a better person. Part of me also feared of missing out – classic FOMO. So I kept saying yes, even when my body and mind begged for rest. But FOMO left me drained. Constant yes wasn’t kindness – it was self-neglect. Saying no doesn’t make you selfish. It means saying yes to your health, your values, and your peace of mind. I was an easygoing person. And I still am. But I learned to say “no”.
Here are a few tips I’ve learned:
• Pause before answering
• Replace guilt with honesty
• Prioritise rest
• Focus on quality, not quantity
• Be compassionate with yourself” |
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Stay on top of your wellbeing during exams
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Exams time can be tough and it is normal to feel stressed. A bit of stress is good as it helps us prepare and get ready, but if it builds up too much, it can lead to procrastination, overwhelm and anxiety. To support you, UniSA counsellors have put together practical self-help resources to help manage exam stress, motivation,
procrastination and anxiety.
You can also try mindfulness practice to help reduce anxiety, with plenty of resources available on our website. If you need personal support, make sure to plan early and book an appointment
with a UniSA counsellor, as sessions can book out quickly during peak periods.
Remember that we’re here for you every step of the way. |
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Challenging gender stereotypes and building connection
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Gender stereotypes limit all of us – including men. Most men don’t personally agree that men must act tough and not show emotions even if they are worried or scared, but still feel pressured by society to behave this way.
Sharing how you feel is a sign of strength, not weakness. When you open up to your mates, you’re more likely to feel supported and build genuine connection – and you might even be the one who gives others permission to say what they’ve been holding on to. Open conversations make us feel valued and respected for who we really are.
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things feel heavy, you don’t have to handle it alone. Talk to someone you trust – a friend, family member, UniSA counselling service or MensLine Australia. |
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Changes to IT support requests
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As we move closer to Day One at Adelaide University, the way you request IT support is changing as the IT support teams from the University of Adelaide and UniSA come together as one.
From Friday 17 October, if you need IT support you can do one of the following:
• Log an IT request online via the Technology at Adelaide University page. You’ll need to log in with your AU student number, which has recently been emailed to you and you will need to activate before logging in.
• Call IT on (08) 8302 5000.
• Visit the onsite support teams as normal.
The old IT portals and the UniSA IT Help Desk email will still work until Wednesday 5 November, but any requests you make there will be redirected to the new system. After 5 November, these options will no longer be available. |
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Make an impact and upskill through these volunteering opportunities
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Want to make a real impact in 2026? Adelaide University is offering two more exciting volunteering opportunities! |
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Neurodiversity Peer Mentor
The Access and Inclusion team at Adelaide University is looking for volunteer mentors to support neurodivergent students as they navigate uni life – sharing advice and information on transitioning to university, managing study, campus culture and accessing support services. Mentors will meet with their mentee four to six times during the semester and help them feel confident and connected. Applications are open until 20 October.
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Academic Integrity Ambassador
Applications are now open for volunteer student ambassadors to promote and foster a culture of Academic Integrity across the University. You’ll help run workshops and events, assist in developing educational resources, and act as a key link between students and your faculty. It’s a great way to boost your CV, expand your network, and gain professional development. Find out more and apply by Sunday 26 October.
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FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT |
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Tune in to the Leader in Us Season 2 featuring Professor David Lloyd
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After a well-received Season 1, The Leader in Us podcast is back – and this time, we’re exploring what it really means to lead through change.
In Season 2, our student hosts talk with leaders who are breaking barriers, shaping the future, and redefining what leadership looks like in uncertain times. Each episode shares real stories, honest conversations, and practical insights to help you grow the leader within.
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season wraps up with a special conversation with UniSA Vice Chancellor Professor David Lloyd, who reflects on guiding UniSA through transformation, what he’s learned along the way, and the legacy he leaves as this chapter ends.
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Academic integrity matching game: Winners |
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Thank you to everyone who tested your knowledge in our academic integrity matching game, and congratulations to Aakritansh Modgil, Bhavesh Darji, Fiona Redford, Isumi De Silva and Mitch Mitchell for completing the game and winning the prize draw. Stay tuned for the next one! |
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AU student webinar |
Tuesday 14 October, 1:00pm – 2:00pm, Online
Last chance to register for the Adelaide University student webinar! Join Deputy Vice Chancellor Tom Steer and Pro Vice Chancellor Katrina Falkner as they take transitioning students through the Student Path to Adelaide University, highlighting key transition activities in 2025. Don’t miss your chance to get insights to make your transition smoother and submit any questions you’d like answered. |
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The University of South Australia respectfully
acknowledges the Kaurna, Boandik and Barngarla First Nations Peoples and their Elders past and present, who are the First Nations’ traditional owners of the lands that are now home to the UniSA campuses in Adelaide, Mount Gambier and Whyalla. |
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