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During Session (From 11 May):
Monday to Thursday
8:30am – 7:00pm
Friday
8:30am – 5:00pm
Out of Session:
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May 2015
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A NEWSLETTER FOR
BUSINESS STUDENTS
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Computer Labs and Printing at Building 40
Did you know that there are Student Computer Labs located in
building 40, level 2 for you to use?
The Labs open at 8:30am weekdays and close at 4:30pm most
days (click here for extended opening hours).
The Student Labs are closed on weekends and public holidays.
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What should you do before graduating?
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WHAT’S HAPPENING: MAY
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Click
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FACULTY ADVICE
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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CLUBS & SOCIETIES
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CAREERS
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OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS
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HELPFUL TIPS
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Zachary Fitzpatrick
Narani Balasubramaniam Thanh Hang Nguyen
Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Accounting
Bachelor of Commerce
(Dean’s Scholar)
(Dean’s Scholar)
and Financial Services
“I believe it’s essential,
particularly in Business,
that students attempt
to obtain Internships.
It provides an incredible
experience for
undergraduates to get
graduate-specific skills,
whilst getting to taste
what your potential
career might hold for
you.”
“Be a Mentor for the
Faculty of Business to
develop your
communication and
build your network.
Also, become a Dean’s
Scholar - This is an
amazing opportunity
to meet new people!
There’s also a great
study facility available
for Dean’s Scholars.”
“Having practical
knowledge in our
chosen field of education
is essential. Everybody
should undertake an
Internship at any point of
their university life and
definitely join a club or
society to enhance their
social and
communication skills,
which would be essential
to join the competitive
Australian job market.”
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Ananda is not leaving the university - he will be going back to
his full time teaching and research role.
Reetu and I and all the staff in the Head of Students Unit
would like to thank him for his dedication in his role and wish
him all the best in his future roles. We know that he will keep
in touch with us all but we will miss him very much.
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Good luck with your midsession tests and assessment
tasks and please remember if you have any issues that
are concerning you please book an appointment to meet
with one of the Heads of Students.
Dr Ananda Wickramasinghe has decided to step down from
his position as Head of Students effective 18th May 2015.
He has been a fantastic advocate of the Postgraduate
students in the Faculty of Business. Ananda regularly works
from Sydney to assist the students at the Sydney Business
School Campus. Reetu and I will miss his wonderful
professionalism and caring manner that he displays for all
the students that he assists. We in the Head of Students Unit
will miss his wonderful smile and infectious laugh.
If you need to talk to one of the Heads of
Students, please contact Business
Central and the staff will organise an
appointment for you.
Nadia Verrucci, Dr Reetu Verma
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There is currently recruitment occurring to fill the now
vacant position and when that person is appointed we will
make sure that he or she is fully introduced to you all in
this newsletter.
Please remember that if you are feeling unwell you should
NOT be attending your midsession examination.
Please go to the doctors and get a medical certificate and
apply for academic consideration.
It’s very important that you do not attend the examination
if you are not well.
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Heads of Students play a key role in our Faculty, providing
high quality student advice and approvals, working
collaboratively with the Schools, central Faculty units
such as the International Team, and with other UOW units.
It’s almost time for the mid-session exams, so make sure you
are implementing a well organised study plan.
One of the most important ways to ensure that you do your
best at University is to follow a study plan and regular
revision should be a key part of your study.
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We hope you are all having a
very productive Autumn Session!
You will need to have your
calculator approved for use
in all UOW exams.
Before your exam, make sure
you know what you can and
can’t take into the exam room.
Click here
to find out how!
Click here
for the list
Email
us here
Feeling stressed?
Check out the UOW Exam Tips
to help you get prepared.
Click here
to learn more
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Click here
to find more
Scholarships &
Grants!
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40K Internship Grants
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$3,000 grants available to travel to India in July to Build Businesses that Change Lives!
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Academic credit is available through COMM390.
Find out more
INNOVATION WORKS
20•15
Programs operate in July and the summer.
$3,000 grants are still available for the July, so get in fast and apply now!
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For more information on COMM390, contact Mari Dwarte ([email protected]).
International Exchange Travel Grants
Applications for Faculty of Business International Exchange Travel Grants are now open
for students who are intending on undertaking exchange in Autumn 2016!
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Travel grants will range from $7000 if you are undertaking exchange in Asia, to $5000 if
you are undertaking exchange anywhere other than Asia.
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40K Globe is a 1 month social entrepreneurship program based in the villages of India,
where you work in teams of uni students to build businesses that change lives. With 40K
you’ll learn new skills, build your resume and make a massive difference.
TURN YOUR
IDEAS INTO
REALITY
You can apply now for one of these grants by submitting the following to the International
Project Officer, Sean Lu ([email protected]):
1)
Your résumé
2)
A 300 word maximum personal statement outlining:
3)
Where you would like to undertake exchange
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How undertaking exchange will help you develop, both personally and
professionally
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How you will use the experience to inspire other students to undertake exchange
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How this grant will improve the feasibility of undertaking exchange for you
Applications close 5pm, 22nd May 2015. Applicants will be shortlisted an interviewed.
PROTOTYPE
COMPETITION
Global Challenges and the Australian Institute for Innovative
Materials brings you a 10-week program that provides space, access
to facilities such as 3D printing, training and assistance to build a
prototype of a new product.
Teams of up to 4 students can enter, with the winning team awarded
$500 per member and a place in the student final of UOW Pitch.
This is your opportunity to conceive a new product
concept, design and build it.
WANT TO DISCUSS YOUR IDEA?
Drop into Global Challenges (B20:201) on
Tuesdays between 10am – 11am OR email us
at [email protected]
For more details and to apply visit our website:
globalchallenges.uow.edu.au
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5pm Monday 21st May
GLOBAL
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AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE
FOR INNOVATIVE MATERIALS
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Faculty of Business
Clubs & Societies
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Wow... It is May already, and how the time has flown!
The EFSOC executive is extremely excited about our
events during this month, and we hope to see you there!
Don’t forget to mark these dates in your diaries:
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Economics & Finance Society (EFSOC)
Financial Modelling training (week 10) 13th May
Thanks to those who have applied. Don’t forget to
check your email for information about the event, and how to complete your payment.
Reserve Bank tour (week 11) 22nd May
The RBA is one of the biggest employers of economics graduates, so why not check it out
before you graduate! Come for the full tour and presentation at the Bank, and stay for
the networking and social event afterwards.
For more information and to register, click here
ReserveBank Trivia (week 12) 27th May
EFSOC is again taking over a round of UniBar’s Wednesday night trivia and you are all
invited. There are heaps of great prizes to be won, including tickets to our End of Session
Party!! There will be an economics and finance themed round, as well as regular rounds.
Grab a group of friends and organise a team because this is an event you certainly don’t
want to miss!
End of Session Party (Thursday, week 13)
More details about this will be released very soon :)
Study Sessions (Stuvac)
Yes! Study sessions this semester are going ahead. Our group study sessions are
invaluable for exam prep, and free food and drinks will be provided! Come along to one of
our sessions and prepare for your exams with other students taking your subject. More
details will be out soon, but in the meantime, please fill out this form to register your
interest: click here
As always, feel free to message us at [email protected] if you have any
enquiries or suggestions. And if you haven’t liked our Facebook page already - please do
so as we will be releasing more information about our events there!
Yours rationally,
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Secretary
Join the club!
iAccelerate Educate Lecture Series
Entrepreneur Club
Enhance your entrepreneurial skills and attend a iAccelerate Educate lecture across core
topic areas. The courses are delivered by a combination of industry experts, experienced
entrepreneurs, investors, paid professional Advisors and UOW Academics.
The iAccelerate Educate Lectures are held from 9am-11am on Innovation Campus.
iAccelerate Educate Lectures in May:
Public Relations & Social Media Lecture – Tuesday 5th May
Free and all are welcome to attend with prior registration.
RSVP via EventBrite via email [email protected]
Sales & Marketing Lecture – Tuesday 12th May
Limited spaces available to the public to attend for a fee of $99 + gst. Subject to availability.
To register your interest please contact [email protected]
Governance & Legal Lecture – Tuesday 19th May
Free and all are welcome to attend with prior registration.
RSVP via EventBrite via email [email protected]
iAccelerate Lunchtime Lecture with KPMG - Wednesday 27th May
Free and all are welcome to attend with prior registration.
RSVP via EventBrite via email [email protected]
FREE event
Nibbles
and drinks
provided
More information about the lectures are available via our website
Chinese Academic Business Learning & Education (CABLE)
2015 Autumn CABLE CUP
UOW Badminton Club Competition
The UOW Badminton club tournament (Co-host: CABLE Group)
is on again on Sunday 3rd May, 9am-4pm. The entry fee is $5 per event for members
and additional $5 for non-members. Lunch can be organised for extra $5.
The tournament will be organised by CABLE & UOW Badminton Club.
CABLE Group enquiries
Kevin Huang
P: 0435 764 460
E: [email protected]
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UOW Badminton Club Event Coordinator
Audi Li
P: 0410 039 758
E: [email protected]
Visit website
EaChinese Forum
CAREERS CONSULTANT
TOGETHER
40K GLOBE IS A ONE MONTH
PROGRAM IN INDIA WHERE YOU
LEARN TO BUILD BUSINESSES THAT
CHANGE LIVES
To book an appointment with Taryn, our
Faculty Careers Consultant, you can contact
her directly through the details below:
WE CAN CHANGE
Taryn McDonnell
EVERYTHING
Email: [email protected]
Appointments can also be made via CareerHub
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40K
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Want to mentor International Students? Apply now!
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Faculty of Business are seeking students who are interested in mentoring small groups of new
International students in Spring session 2015.
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To apply, you will need to email the following to Sean Lu ([email protected]):
1) 150-word personal statement of why you think you would be a suitable International Peer Mentor; and
2) Your CV
Applications close Friday, 15th May 2015. Applicants will be shortlisted and interviewed.
FIRST YEAR
CAREER
PASSPORT
COMPETITION
Trainee Accounting Positions
HLB Mann Judd Wollongong
KICK START YOUR CAREER AND WIN PRIZES
1ST
PRIZE
iPad Mini 2 32GB & an invitation to attend a relevant
industry networking event
2ND
PRIZE
1 x $100 Amigos
Mexican Restaurant
voucher
Mexican Restaurant
voucher
Please forward your resume to our office manager Michelle Houston [email protected]
PRIZE
Myer voucher
FIND OUT MORE: uow.edu.au/careers/students/first/careerpassport
3RD
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1 x $50 Coles
Myer voucher
FIND OUT MORE: uow.edu.au/careers/students/first/careerpassport
The roles would be for a full time accounting traineeships with a time allowance made
to enable part time attendance at University. The trainees would work within our business
KICK START YOUR CAREER AND WIN PRIZES
services / audit divisions . It will provide you with practical experience and training within
iPad Mini 2 32GB & an invitation to attend a relevant
1ST
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our office whilst enabling you to complete your degree.
industry networking event
Our firm is highly regarded within the local area and we are a member of the mid-tier HLB
1 x $100 Amigos
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3RD
1 x $50 Coles
Mann Judd accounting firm network that has offices throughout Australia and HLB
Mexican Restaurant
PRIZE
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Myer voucher
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International network with offices worldwide. We service a client base of mainly small to
medium sized business clients in a range of different industries. We also have a self
FIND OUT MORE: uow.edu.au/careers/students/first/careerpassport
managed superannuation fund division and wealth management (financial planning)
divisions that may offer future diversification for the successful applicant.
KICK START YOUR CAREER AND WIN PRIZES
Personal attributes required:
More info?
iPad Mini 2 32GB & an invitation to attend a relevant
1ST
• Good communication and personal skills
PRIZE
industry networking event
Click here
• Well presented
1 x $100 Amigos
• Strong work ethic
2ND
3RD
1 x $50 Coles
PRIZE
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Being an International Peer Mentor is a great way for you meet people from around the world, develop your cross-cultural communication skills, and gain experience in assisting new international
students transition into life as a student at UOW. The role is a volunteer position.
As a mentor, you will be:
• A student studying a degree with the Faculty of Business;
• Have completed at least 1 semester of study at UOW; and
• Achieved a WAM of at least 65% (credit average).
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**SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
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Phone: 4298 1316
Join the iC health team and ACTIVATE your day with the best recipe for life...
Exercise! Rejuvenate with a 1 hour YogaStretch class followed by a healthy
breakfast and the best bit... It's free!
Lucky door prizes and special offers for participants.
WHEN: Thursday 7th May 2015, 6.30am
WHERE: Level 2 iC Central, Innovation Campus, Squires Way North Wollongong
(please park in the Science Centre car park opposite iC Central)
WHO: Everyone is welcome! Members, friends and family, students and staff
(14yrs+)
COST: FREE (but places are limited so get in quick!)
Please RSVP to Claire before 1st May. National Capital Tour – A day in Canberra
Explore Australia’s National Capital, including a trip to the National Capital Exhibition
Centre, Parliament House and the Australian War Memorial.
When: Departure: Return: Cost: Saturday 9 May
7:30am from UOW main campus
8:30pm
$55 adults, $35 child (Tickets available at URAC)
Email: [email protected]
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Bachelor of Commerce?
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WHAT SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
FIND OUT AT THE MAJOR / MINOR
INFORMATION SESSION
Date Wednesday 20 May 2015
Time 12:30pm- 1:30pm
Venue Building 67 Foyer
CRICOS Provider Number 00102E
Aussie Friendship BBQ
Join us for a BBQ and great company.
Family and friends are welcome!
When:
Where: Cost: REGISTER
TODAY
Saturday 23 May, 11am – 3pm
Stuart Park, North Wollongong
Free!
Do you need help to
understand and prepare
your assignments?
The Learning Co-op pilot program
has on-site face to face support with no appointment necessary!
Study Abroad, Careers and Postgraduate
Advice also available.
Click here for
more information!
Just drop by the Library South Wing,
level 2 building 17, Monday to Friday
between 10.30am and 7.30pm.
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