International Students | 19 March 2025 | 
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Celebrate culture with free food and live performances
Join the SA Challenge Intervarsity Tournament
Upcoming outage for UniSA networks and systems
Study smarter and improve your results with PASS
Chat with a mate at The Men's Table
Build valuable connections at Careers Down Under
Unleash the leader in you with our new UniSA+ podcast
Make 2025 your year with the UniSA+ Award!
STUDENT LIFE
 
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Celebrate culture with free food and live performances
Multicultural Fest is about celebrating diversity and cultures from all around the world!

Join us to explore food stalls and taste authentic dishes like flammekueche, tacos, shawarma and South East Asian street food. You’ll also enjoy an exciting festival lineup, featuring a lion dance, Indian, Ukranian, Latin and belly dancing, as well as African drumming and Indonesian angklung workshops. Plus, experience the art of henna and connect with USASA’s cultural clubs.

Get ready for a night of fun and festivities! It’s totally free for all UniSA students, and no registration is required.
Date
Wednesday 2 April
Time
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Location
Hindley St, City West campus
EXPLORE MULTICULTURAL FEST
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Join the SA Challenge Intervarsity Tournament
Want to represent Team UniSA in a sport of your choice? Now’s your chance to enter the SA Challenge Intervarsity Tournament!

You’ll compete against teams from Flinders University, Torrens University and the University of Adelaide. Entry is $10 per student (per sport) which includes a free playing t-shirt. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow students while being active.

Spaces are limited so get in quick – don't miss this opportunity to rep #TeamUniSA!
REGISTER FOR SA CHALLENGE
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Upcoming outage for UniSA networks and systems
This is advance notice of an upcoming outage which will affect all University of South Australia networks and systems from 7:00am – 3:00pm on Saturday 5 April. We understand this outage can be disruptive to your studies, so we will endeavour to restore the network as soon as possible. However please note further intermittent outages are possible on Sunday 6 April. This outage will impact all internet-based systems, and for some campuses, building access will be impacted.

For specific information on how this outage will affect you, including what systems will be affected and how to prepare for this outage, please visit the outage page on the website and be sure to check this page regularly in the lead-up to the outage. This will be the central location for updates and changes in relation to the outage timings and impact. Keep a check on the UniSA service status page for live status updates during the works.
CHECK OUTAGE INFO
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FOR YOUR STUDY
 
PASS.
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Study smarter and improve your results with PASS
Want to boost your academic performance or simply stay on track to pass your courses? Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) is here to help you succeed!

Led by students who have already excelled in the course, these free and informal study sessions are designed to help you to better understand your course material and sharpen your study skills. With weekly sessions held across metro campuses and online (excluding public holidays and teaching breaks), you can attend in the way that’s most convenient to you.

Check the full schedule to find sessions for your courses, and we’ll see you there!
FIND PASS SESSIONS
Tune into our Study Room Podcast here
FOR YOUR WELLBEING
 
Not just Footy and sh*t. Go beyond banter.
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Chat with a mate at The Men's Table
Have you ever wanted to just have honest conversations about your experiences and be supported by your peers?

Join us at The Men’s Table and connect with other like-minded men within the UniSA student community. You’ll enjoy a light meal on campus while sharing your ups, your downs, and everything in between. It’s a great way to meet new people and make friends in a relaxed, safe and non-judgemental space.

Want to find out more? Register for an Entrée to see if it’s for you.
Tuesday 1 April, 6:30pm – 9:00pm, City West
Wednesday 2 April, 3:00pm – 5:30pm, Mawson Lakes
DISCOVER THE MEN’S TABLE
Out-of-Hours Crisis Line
Call 1300 107 441 or text 0488 884 163
FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
 
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Build valuable connections at Careers Down Under
Do you know what it takes to build a thriving career in Australia? Join Careers Down Under and learn how to secure your dream job!

You’ll hear inspiring stories from international students who have successfully landed jobs in Adelaide. Plus, gain valuable Australian job market insights and network with students, professionals, and experts in an inclusive environment.

Whether you're a first-year student looking to broaden your network or a final-year student looking for a graduate job, this speed networking event is your passport to success in the Land Down Under.
Date
Tuesday 8 April
Time
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Location
City West campus
REGISTER FOR CAREERS DOWN UNDER
Leader in Us
A UniSA+ Podcast
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Unleash the leader in you with our new UniSA+ podcast
What does leadership mean to you? Tune in to the Leader in Us podcast, where UniSA students explore the journey of leadership through inspiring stories and meaningful conversations.

You’ll hear insights from incredible guests who are making a difference in their communities – from bridging cultures and career changes to disability advocacy and empowering regional communities. Plus, if you’re tackling the prestigious UniSA+ Award, these episodes will help you complete your leadership challenge.

Listen now and discover the leader within you!
LISTEN TO THE LEADER IN US PODCAST
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Make 2025 your year with the UniSA+ Award!
Don't miss your final opportunity to be recognised for your co-curricular achievements! Whether you've already started, or this is your first time hearing about the UniSA+ Award, this year is your last chance to complete the program.

The prestigious UniSA+ Award, endorsed by the Vice Chancellor, is a great way to enhance your self-development, volunteer experience and leadership skills. Plus, you can complete the challenges at your own pace and in whatever order you prefer. Visit our website to explore the challenges and start logging your activities.

It’s not too late to begin! Start your journey now and be part of the UniSA+ Award legacy.
LEARN ABOUT UNISA+
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In partnership with The Big Meet 
UniSA Careers Expo
Friday 28 March 2025
11am - 3.30pm, Adelaide Convention Centre
Jobs - Graduate Roles - Placements - Vacation Work - Network with Industry
Register now!
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PUZZLE CORNER
 
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Plaza Party sliding puzzle: Winners
Thank you to everyone who had a crack at the Plaza Party sliding puzzle, and congratulations to Ali Hassanzadeh, Melissa Tang, Oshadi Weerawardana, Phoebe Storey and Samuel Lawrie for winning the prize draw. Stay tuned for a new puzzle in the next issue!
OTHER EVENTS
 
Academic Skills Workshops
17 – 21 March, Various times, Online
Feeling unsure about assignment-writing, referencing or study in general? Join these online lunchtime workshops to learn the basics and build your confidence. You’ll learn how to plan and structure your assignments, reference and paraphrase, use sources and evidence more effectively, and more.
BOOK ACADEMIC SKILLS WORKSHOP
 
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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.