A big welcome to all new students from the Student Support Team. We’re looking forward to meeting you all for On Campus Orientation on July 23/24. Orientation is your opportunity to get a head start on your studies. Here’s the official program:

OFFICIAL PROGRAM – ON CAMPUS ORIENTATION

Thursday 23 July 2009
Lewis Lecture Theatre

9AM
‘International Students - What you need to be aware of’
Presented by International Services (International Students Only)

10AM
Official Welcome from the Vice Chancellor
(All student Orientation Starts)

‘Student Support – who they are and what they do’
Student Centre, IT, Academic Skills Office, Library, Student Assist, International Services, Services UNE, First Year Advisors.

10.15
‘Things you need to know about Armidale’
Meet Campus Security, local Police and Fire Safety

11.00
Morning Tea – IT Building Foyer
Sponsored by the Student Centre & MAC1

11.15
‘Academic Skills - what are they and how do I get them?’
Presented by the Academic Skills Office. Get your free USB Drive at this Session

12PM
‘Life at Uni - tips for students & settling into campus life’
Presented by Student Assist and UNE Chaplaincy

12.30
‘How to make your online learning experience easier’
myUNE – the Student Portal. Presented by the Student Centre

1PM
Welcome Lunch – Bistro Verandah
Showcase of Clubs/Societies/Community Groups, meet Academic Staff & other new students. Sponsored by Services UNE.

2PM
Campus Tours (Schools, Support providers, Library)

3PM
Sports Afternoon – Sport UNE (FREE)
Tours, badminton and indoor soccer games on offer

Friday July 24, 2009
Lewis Lecture Theatre

10AM
Distinctions & Credits – things you need to know to blitz your studies – Part # 1
Meet your First Year Advisors, Careers Advisors, IT Helpdesk staff and Counsellors. Learn how to use UNE’s online learning systems, get tips on staying motivated, avoiding procrastination and where to go for help. Includes morning tea at 11am (IT Building Foyer).

11AM
Morning Tea – IT Building Foyer
Sponsored by the International Services & MAC1

11.15AM
Distinctions & Credits – things you need to know to blitz your studies – Part # 2

1PM
Lunch (Bistro).
Sponsored by Services UNE.

2PM
One-on-one consultations – Dixson Library Learning Commons.
Academic Skills Office, Course Advice Student Assist and the Student Centre. Get your last minute details sorted out before lectures start.

MONDAY 27 JULY 2009 LECTURES COMMENCE.
Visit http://blog.une.edu.au/studentexperience for the latest Orientation updates.

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