Regional Students | 26 May 2025 | 
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From 27 May to 3 June, Australia will come together to celebrate National Reconciliation Week (NRW). It’s a time for us to learn, reflect, and explore how each of us can contribute to building relationships and communities that value Aboriginal Peoples, histories and cultures. We invite you to join us at one (or more) of the many events and activities hosted by UniSA – online and in-person – as well as those held across the South Australian community. Visit our National Reconciliation Week website to learn more. Don’t forget to try our Reconciliation puzzle and explore leadership and volunteering opportunities available in this newsletter.
Immerse yourself in First Nations film at Nunga Screen 2025
Celebrate the spirit of reconciliation at these fun campus events
Explore culture and leadership with the Leader in Us podcast
Puzzle Corner: Reconciliation crossword
Master the art of communication with UniSA+ self-development workshops
Be part of the inaugural UniSA Leadership Summit
Volunteer at Adelaide University Open Day
Transition support: now taking enquiries!
NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK 2025
 
Country Arts SA presents: Nunga Screen 2025
Immerse yourself in First Nations film at Nunga Screen 2025
UniSA is proud to once again host Nunga Screen in collaboration with Country Arts SA. Join us for a free screening of 6 short films from emerging and established First Nations artists, including Wiradjuri Star Dreaming, Barani, Second Chance, and Kumarangk – The Hindmarsh Island Bridge.

Following the online screening, you’ll enjoy a Q&A session hosted by Ngarrindjeri man Josh Trevorrow, Country Arts SA’s First Nations Arts & Cultural Manager and Filmmaker. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate First Nations culture, stories and language through film!

Register now and invite your friends and family too! This event is open to all film lovers - UniSA students, staff and the general public. *If you’d like to watch the full screening, stay tuned for the in-person Nunga Screen happening on Friday 11 July.
Date
Monday 26 May
Time
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location
Online
REGISTER FOR NUNGA SCREEN
Photo of Traditional Smoking Ceremony for National Reconciliation Week.
Celebrate the spirit of reconciliation at these fun campus events
Join us in celebrating National Reconciliation Week with a range of fun and meaningful activities across our campuses! Enjoy morning tea or lunch, participate in a Smoking Ceremony or Yarning Circle, explore the Ara Irititja photo collections or engage in craft activities. Plus, engage in conversations about connecting with Aboriginal people in your studies, your workplaces and your lives.

Check out the event schedule below and be a part of this inspiring experience.
Whyalla | 28 May | 10:00am – 12:00pm | Jubilee Building Lawns
Port Lincoln | 28 May | 9:30am – 1:30pm | UniSA Port Lincoln Hub
Ceduna | 29 May | 11:00am onwards | Courtyard, TafeSA Campus Ceduna
Mount Gambier | 30 May | 11:00am – 2:00pm | Yarning Circle and Bob & Gayle Cowan Auditorium
VIEW FULL EVENT SCHEDULE
Leader in Us: A UniSA+ Podcast. Episode 6 with special guest Dana Shen.
Explore culture and leadership with the Leader in Us podcast
In the UniSA+ Leader in Us podcast, we explore the journey of leadership through inspiring stories and meaningful conversations.

Set against the backdrop of the Kaurna, Boandik and Barngarla lands, episode 6 of the podcast explores leadership through the lens of Aboriginal traditions. Listen as Dana Shen, a Ngarrindjeri-Chinese woman, discusses the unique characteristics of Aboriginal leadership, which emphasises collectivism, community transformation and fostering young leaders.

Tune in to episode 6 and get ready for an enlightening conversation on bridging cultures and building communities.
LISTEN TO THE LEADER IN US PODCAST
National Reconciliation Week 2025. Bridging Now to Next. 27 May - 3 June. #NRW2025. reconciliation.org.au
PUZZLE CORNER
 
Reconciliation Puzzle
Reconciliation crossword
What do you know about National Reconciliation Week? Test your historical knowledge and solve this Reconciliation crossword! It's a great opportunity to do some research and educate yourself.

Finish the puzzle and enter your details by Friday 6 June to win one of five $20 gift cards of your choice.
SOLVE PUZZLE
OTHER INFORMATION
 
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Master the art of communication with UniSA+ self-development workshops
Do you consider yourself a confident communicator? We constantly communicate with one another, and yet we can often feel unheard or unsure if our message has truly landed.

In this online self-development workshop, you’ll explore how to be a good listener and communicate with empathy and impact. In the follow-up learning circle, you’ll discover different communication styles that are effective in various contexts, including resolving conflicts, persuasion and public speaking. Register now to level up your communication skills!

Essence of communication: Wednesday 4 June, 12:00pm – 1:30pm, Online
Learning circle: Thursday 26 June, 3:00pm – 4:30pm, Online
REGISTER – 4 JUNE
REGISTER – 26 JUNE
UniSA Leadership Summit. Grow, Inspire, Lead.
Be part of the inaugural UniSA Leadership Summit
Are you ready to lead with purpose? The UniSA Leadership Summit is your chance to unlock new skills, connect with inspiring changemakers, and ignite your potential!

As part of the summit, we will be holding a free online leadership masterclass: a three-hour interactive virtual session facilitated by the Australian School of Entrepreneurship, designed exclusively for online, external and regional students. You’ll engage in a design thinking lab focused on real-world problem solving, discover tools to use for ideation and pitching, and collaborate with your peers in breakout groups.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity! Register now and step confidently into the future.
Date
Wednesday 16 July
Time
10.00am – 1.00pm (ACST)
Location
Online
GET LEADERSHIP MASTERCLASS TICKETS
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Volunteer at Adelaide University Open Day
Open Days are one of our most exciting events of the year, giving future students and their families a chance to experience university life, explore our programs, and connect with the people who make our community special. In 2025, Open Days will be hosted for the first time as Adelaide University. We want to make it amazing — and we need your help to do it.

We're looking for passionate, friendly student volunteers to be part of these major events. It’s a great opportunity to share your experiences and build valuable skills. There are a range of roles available across all the Open Days, so get involved!

Dates for Open Days 2025 are:
Mt Gambier: Sunday 3 August
Whyalla: Sunday 31 August

All volunteers will receive a lunch and coffee voucher, an official AU T-shirt, and access to free parking (limited spots available).

Register now to get involved! Please note, students who are volunteering as part of their academic faculty, unit, or school do not need to register via this process and instead should reach out to their area directly.

Thank you in advance for your support – looking forward to seeing you at Open Day.
REGISTER FOR OPEN DAY
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Transition support: now taking enquiries!
The dedicated transition support team is now available to help you! If you have questions about Adelaide University study plans or transition, contact the team via email or phone +61 8 7420 5101, from 8:30am–6pm Monday to Friday.
 
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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.