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ORI 19 EN TA UTS ORIENTATION SPRING 2019 Think. Work. Create. Enjoy. TION
A guide to
Orientation
at UTS
Your Orientation checklist 01
Welcome to UTS 02
UTS + you 03
International, study abroad and 04
exchange students
Your welcome session 05
Key dates 06
Craft your career 07
Discover your campus 11
Discover entrepreneurship at UTS 16
Study success 17
Where can I get help? 19
Looking for tech support? 20
Welcome to
Love your library 21
University life is a balancing act 23
The social side 25
Helpful links 27
your university
01 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 02
Your Welcome
Orientation to UTS
checklist
Activate and log in to your student email
A message from the UTS
Vice- Chancellor and
Attend an official UTS Welcome President, Attila Brungs
Visit your faculty’s buildings and attend your Congratulations and welcome to UTS. Orientation
is designed to help you get the most out of
faculty sessions your studies and prepare you as a successful
professional from day one of your university
Log on to UTSOnline (or UTS Canvas) and read your experience.
subject outlines
I would encourage you to attend as many sessions
as you can. You will learn about how the university
Become familiar with the campus by going on a UTS works and what services are available to assist
Campus Tour and support you during your time here. Perhaps,
most importantly, Orientation will get you thinking
about the skills you will need for your future
Familiarise yourself with the UTS campus and where to career. You will be able to participate in sessions
find Student Centres to further your skills to enhance your personal
and professional development.
Collect your student ID card
Orientation provides a wonderful opportunity to
meet other local and international students. It is a
Join a UTS club, society or sports team at Clubs Day great opportunity to make vital social connections
1 August and start engaging in the vibrant and exciting
community at UTS.
Discover where the Library is and how to find journal
University is about much more than what you
articles and books learn in the classroom, so I encourage you to ask
questions and get involved.
Have an awesome time at Winterfest
Meet a Peer Networker from your faculty and ask your
questions!
Take a selfie somewhere on campus and upload it to
social media #CreateTheFutureYou
03 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 04
International,
UTS + you study abroad
Orientation is your first opportunity to meet your
classmates, get to know your university, and learn
and exchange
students
more about the adventure ahead.
How does Orientation work?
orientation.uts.edu.au is your go-to for
everything Orientation related. Here you’ll find What do you need to do? • BUILD Mixer
your Orientation schedule, register for and 22 July and 26 July
manage your sessions, and explore what else is If you have recently arrived in the country,
happening around campus. welcome to Australia! Most importantly, welcome • Essential International Advice:
to UTS. While most of the sessions you need International Students (Full Degree)*
Don’t forget to bring your student number with to attend at Orientation are the same as local 22 July and 26 July
you, which can be found in your UTS student students, there are a few compulsory sessions.*
email, on your student ID card or at one of the UTS • Essential International Advice: Study
Student Centres. Abroad and Exchange Students*
23 July and 26 July
UTS Official Welcome We have sessions • Finding Part-time Work
This is where it all begins. You’ll receive an official just for you! 23 July and 24 July
welcome to UTS as the newest members of
To learn about session dates, times, • Studying at UTS: Preparation for Uni Study
our outstanding community, gain some insider
and locations please visit the Orientation 23 July and 24 July
knowledge, and meet your peers.
UTS systems : get connected registration page:
• Writing in Academic Style
This session will take you through your IT & email orientation.uts.edu.au/international
23 July and 24 July
UniSmart account, where to find your subject outlines,
lecture notes, timetable, grades, assignment • Taking Charge: Studying Abroad
Explore the myths and truths about life, love,
submissions, WiFi, printing, and more. and your Mental wellbeing
study, and student survival with UniSmart. Nothing
is taboo and everything is entertaining; delivering 25 July
what you need to know, now. This session is part Looking for live session updates, university hacks,
of the Official Welcome. • Improve your English Speaking Skills
and tips on getting started at UTS? Check out the
UTS Orientation Facebook page: 24 July
• Career Tips for International Students
U:Professional uts.ac/SPR19OrientationEvent
25 July
Your degree will fly by, so don’t leave planning for
your career until your final year. U:Professional • Avoiding Plagiarism at UTS
talks about success, draws on the experiences 25 July and 26 July
of savvy students who have landed internships
and part time jobs, and discusses building your • Network Café
professional brand. This session is part of the 26 July
Official Welcome.
• Housing Booth (not a session
– located in building 1, level 4)
19 July, 22 July, 23 July, 24 July, 25 July,
and 26 July
05 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 06
Key dates
Your welcome Spring Session
Orientation Thursday 18 July – Friday 26 July
session Session commences
Census date
Monday 22 July 2019
Friday 23 August 2019
It is vital to attend you area of study’s welcome to get all of the important information
Mid-session StuVac (Study vacation) Monday 9 – Sunday 15 September 2019
about your course, meet your academics, and learn about the exciting things coming up.
Stay up-to-date with the events throughout Orientation on orientation.uts.edu.au. Re-enrol for 2020 From Monday 15 October 2019
Formal classes end Friday 18 October 2019
Undergraduate welcomes
Final StuVac (Study vacation) Monday 21 – Friday 25 October 2019
Final assessment period Saturday 26 October – Saturday 9 November 2019
UTS Official Undergraduate Welcome 19 July
22 July
UTS Official Undergraduate Welcome
What is the census date Once session starts, there
Bachelor of Global Studies 22 July
Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (Option 1) 22 July and why is it so important? are critical dates to keep in
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering) 22 July The census date is the last date to withdraw mind. The most important is
from a subject without financial or academic
penalties. The census date for Spring session the CENSUS DATE.
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) 22 July
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics and Data Engineering) 23 July
is Friday 23 August 2019.
Bachelor of Engineering (Software Engineering) 23 July
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil & Environment) 23 July The last day to add a subject for Spring
School of Communication 23 July session is Monday 5 August 2019 (12 August
Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) 24 July 2019 for Calendar B Spring).
Bachelor of Engineering (Flexible Engineering. No major) 24 July
Faculty of Science 24 July
Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (Option 2) 25 July
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology 25 July
Bachelor of Computing Science 26 July
Bachelor of Science in Games Development 26 July
Postgraduate welcomes
Faculty of Law 18 July
Faculty of Law: Intellectual Property 18 July
Faculty of Law: Graduate Diploma in Migration Law and Practice 18 July
Faculty of Law: Master of Laws 18 July
Faculty of Law: Graduate Certificate in Professional Legal Practice 18 July
Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building 24 July
Faculty of Science 24July
UTS Official Postgraduate Welcome 25 July
Faculty of Health 25 July
Master of Data Science and Innovation 25 July
Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology 25 July
Faculty of Business 25 July
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences 25 July
07 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 08
Craft your Student career
resources
career Careerhub.uts.edu.au Your career journey
CareerHub is your one-stop shop for all things starts here
Why am I hearing about career-related makeing it easy for you to start
Nothing will better prepare you for the world of
developing your future career. Plus, once you
careers at Orientation? create your customised profile, CareerHub will work than real world experiences. At UTS, every
even recommend events and jobs to suit you! student has access to extensive opportunities
Because believe it or not, your career really does through our industry connections, internship
start today. opportunities, resources and career support
CareerHub can help you:
services. Start setting yourself up to get that
• Find jobs that are relevant to you dream internship, dream job, dream career.
UTS Careers • Register to participate in exciting events
• Participate in programs to increase your interns.uts.edu.au
UTS Careers can help you turn your abilities and
employability
experience into the start of a meaningful career.
They offer a number of services and resources for • Ask career-related questions
UTS students, including Drop-in, a service where Connections that count
you can talk to a Recruitment Advisor one-on- To get started, create your profile using your UTS
login at careerhub.uts.edu.au. Unsure of what you’ll be able to do with your
one, plus a wealth of other career-related events,
degree? Talk to people who have been in your
workshops, and programs to help you land that
shoes before. That’s why UTS has created the
dream job or internship.
Professional Mentoring Program. A university-
careers.uts.edu.au
Rate My Resume wide, online community designed to connect UTS
students with alumni and industry partners to
Have your resume reviewed instantly – day or help you with your career journey. No awkward
night – and receive feedback on what you can introductions. No long term commitment. Join
improve on. Ensure you’re giving your best in your today and start seeing where your degree could
next job application! take you.
Draft your resume and upload it to receive advice uts.ac/professionalmentoring
on structure, wording, length, design, and MORE.
Rate My Resume benchmarks your resume
against others across UTS.
uts.ac/ratemyresume
Looking for more?
Visit careerhub.uts.edu.au and log in using your
student ID and password to gain access to a host
of jobs, career events, workshops, and resources
to help with resume writing, interview preparation,
and suit hire.
09 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 10
fofy.uts.edu.au
FOFY is an annual UTS festival held throughout
August, focused on getting you ready to enter
your industry with confidence. Bringing you a
long list of exciting events, intimate workshops
with industry professionals and loads of
opportunities to expand your career horizons.
Visit fofy.uts.edu.au to see what’s on this
August and register. 13 events
#CreateTheFutureYou
#UTSFOFY Designed specifically
for UTS Students
August 2019
We believe that everyone
has the right to live and study
safely without prejudice. By
joining our community, you
value the same. We have a few rules to live by:
We’re diverse – in background, in thought, and in 1. Use your words:
beliefs. It’s what makes us stronger. ‘Wanna spoon?’
‘Are you ok?’
2. Don’t forget your manners:
‘Please’ and ‘thank you’ really are
the magic words
3. Keep an eye on your people:
And they’ll do the same for you
11 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 12
Discover your
campus
There are over 60 buildings, and 900 rooms
Guided Tours UTS Campus Tours Student Showcase
at UTS, but getting around is easy. Just go to
wayfinding.uts.edu.au and search for the place Take time during Orientation to discover your This tour will take you around some of The Student Showcase is a physical and online
you’re looking for. campus. Guided tours are a great way to learn UTS’s iconic structures, giving you a student space that promotes creative, innovative work
about the unique aspects of UTS and meet other perspective on how to find the library, computer completed by students across all faculties. This is
students in a relaxed setting. labs, your faculty, lecture rooms, and more. a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure, impress
What if I get lost on campus the UTS community, and ‘wow’ external visitors
UTS Campus Tours depart from
(including employers). Check it out on the stairs
or need help? CB07.03.010+010D.
Green Tours between levels 4 and 5 in Building 1.
Our Peer Networkers are here to help! Peer
Networkers are a friendly group of students Get to know some of the interesting UTS buildings uts.ac/utsshowcase
you’ll see around campus during Orientation and their innovative, environmentally friendly
– recognisable by their bright orange t-shirts.
They are here to answer your questions, guide
features.
Indigenous Art Tour UTS Art
Green Tours depart from CB01.04.Foyer.
you around campus, and help you settle into Join UTS ART to learn about some of the art by Visit UTS Gallery for a roving tour of UTS Art and a
university life. Don’t be afraid to say hi! Indigenous artists in UTS Art Collection. Visit spotlight talk by artist Helen Pynor on her work in
Entrepreneurship Tour UTS’s very own art garden, full of Indigenous
medicinal plants native to the Sydney Basin.
Spectra. Our current exhibition featuring the work
of Australian artists and designers working at the
nexus of art and science.
Tour around the UTS Startups spaces to see all
our entrepreneurial offerings, innovative spaces,
For information on session times and locations,
and the variety of ways we can help you get
visit the Orientation registration page.
started on your entrepreneurial journey.
orientation.uts.edu.au/sessions
13 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 14
Navigating UTS
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and room numbers at UTS
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Note: Signs on some doors or entryways do not
always show the dots between numbers or the
B roadway zeros found in the room identification code.
Aber crom bie St
Broadway
CB07
CB04
CB06
Business Transdisciplinary Innovation Arts & Social Sciences
Building 8 Building 15 Building 3 & 10
Blake Library Engineering & IT UTS Housing Service CB10
CB03
Building 11 Building 6 CB02 CB01
UTS Central UTS Tower Central Park
Building 2 Building 1 CB11
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Law Health Central Train Station
Building 5 Building 7
Science Design, Architecture & Building Bus Stops
Building 4 & 7 Building 6
15 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 16
Explore
Scholarships
UTS proudly awards scholarships to eligible
entrepreneurship
students every year.
Through scholarships, UTS endeavours to
with UTS Startups
reward achievement and recognise motivation
to succeed, as well as share our passion for Want to be future ready with Begin your startup journey
education, equity, and innovation. UTS is also
committed to providing support to students skills for your career? Do you have a great business idea or something
experiencing financial hardship or other you want to solve?
educational barriers. No matter what degree you are studying,
UTS Startups can equip you with the tools Join UTS Startups! Get inspired to become an
There’s a range of scholarships available for to become entrepreneurs. There’s always an entrepreneur, be connected with experts and the
both commencing and current students, entrepreneurship offering available for you, student founder community, and be supported on
including scholarships that are university- whether it’s through our events, bootcamps, your startup journey.
wide, faculty specific, equity-based, athlete internship oppportunities, or startup community!
focused, study abroad support and more. startups.uts.edu.au
entrepreneurship.uts.edu.au
In addition to the financial benefit, many
scholarships also offer work placements and
mentoring opportunities to enhance the UTS Entrepreneurship workshops Coming soon
learning experience.
and bootcamps Sign up to the following upcoming activities and
Find out what scholarship could be for you at join us for a tour around our UTS Startups spaces
uts.edu.au/scholarships Unleash your inner innovator and gain insight into to see all our entrepreneurial offerings, innovative
the world of entrepreneurship with our immersive spaces, and the variety of ways we can help you
Remember, scholarships open at different workshops and bootcamps. You’ll be introduced get started on your entrepreneurial journey.
times throughout the year, so have a look to methods and tools that you can use to solve
through the UTS scholarships site and the problems, test ideas, create impact, and launch • Discover entrepreneurship at UTS + Tour
scholarships brochure to see what you may businesses. Monday 22 July, 4.30-6pm
be eligible for!
bootcamps.uts.edu.au • Intro to UTS Startups + Tour
Wednesday 24 July, 4.30-6pm
• Think like an entrepreneur workshop
Startup Internships Friday 26 July, 9am-1pm
Build an internship experience that matters to
you and apply to intern with a startup! It’s an UTS Startups Events Space, Building 15 Level 1,
opportunity for startups to recruit our best and 622-632 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007
brightest, inject fresh ideas and perspectives into
their businesses, and inspire the next generation Follow us @UTSStartups
of entrepreneurs. We call that a win-win.
You will have the chance to:
• Experience the world of startups
• Develop key entrepreneurial skills for the
future of work
• Work on projects that align with your studies,
goals and values
startupinternships.uts.edu.au17 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 18
Study Read&Write Literacy Support Daily academic english
success Read&Write is a floating toolbar you can download workshops
for free. Working across Microsoft, Google, Adobe,
and more, Read&Write helps with reading, writing, Programs are run throughout Autumn, Spring,
and Summer sessions for international and local
and research skills (including referencing).
students to improve general English language and
Studying at UTS: academic literacy skills.
uts.edu.au/read-and-write
Preparation for Uni Study
This workshop prepares you to immerse yourself U:PASS Intensive academic
in university study. It introduces you to essential
online information, systems, and resources that Is a peer-assisted learning program run by preparation programs
are critical to acing your study whilst ensuring trained student leaders. Students get together Offered during holiday periods, these cover
your wellbeing as a uni student. for weekly hour-long sessions to discuss lecture areas such as academic writing, grammar,
and textbook material, compare notes, and work seminar presentation, pronunciation correction,
Writing in Academic Style Know the grading system through problems. and workplace communication.
bit.ly/UTSupass
What is academic writing? How can you adapt The UTS Library also have a number of online
High Distinction (HD) 85-100%
your writing style for UTS? This session covers resources available, as well as their Tools for
everything you need to know. 75-84% English Language Improvement Workshop.
Distinction (D)
Higher Education Language
65-74%
Giving a Presentation
Credit (C)
and Presentation Skills
Pass (P) 50-64%
(HELPS) Help someone
Learn how to deliver an excellent presentation!
Understand how to structure a presentation, use Fail (F) 0-49% You can drop-in to the HELPS Centre if you have HELPS trains student volunteers to be Peer
visual aids, body language, and how to deal with any questions about your assignments. Book a Advisors or Conversation Leaders to assist
Withheld (W) Result withheld students with their English language writing
nerves when speaking in front of a group. longer consultation if you want to discuss how to
Results pending (Q) Awaiting completion improve your assignment draft. and speaking development at the drop-in
service, workshops, and daily conversation
Avoiding Plagiarism Some subjects are ungraded, in these cases only a You can find HELPS in CB01.05.25. classes.
Pass or Fail grade is awarded. helps.uts.edu.au
Understand what plagiarism is, the
consequences, and how to avoid it. Learn from
real-life scenarios and find out about online
resources on how to avoid plagiarism, as well as Successful Study Strategies Speak with confidence
commonly used referencing styles at UTS.
Learn how to form your own approach to HELPS has many programs to help you become a
successful independent learning at UTS. From confident speaker, whether you’re an international
organising your study to developing learning and student looking to make new friends or an English
memorisation strategies. speaker looking to improve your skills.
For information on session times and locations,
visit the Orientation registration page.
HELPS Buddy Program
orientation.uts.edu.au/sessions Looking to diversify your network? The HELPS
Buddy Program matches international students
with local students! Learn a new language and/
or practise your English. It’s a great, informal
way to improve your listening, conversation, and
pronunciation skills.19 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 20
Where can I
get help?
Student Centre Accessibility service Student Legal Service Emergency assistance
The Student Centre is your one-stop shop for UTS Accessibility assists students in accessing Get free and independent legal advice. The In case of an emergency on-campus (fire,
university administration advice. services, and adjusting assessment and Student Legal Service provides guidance on areas medical emergency, assault, or other), if first aid
study arrangements. Open to all students, such as: tenancy issues, employment/internship is required or you notice a hazard on campus,
The Student Centres are located in Building 10 the Accessibility Service supports those with matters, family matters, contractual matters, please contact UTS Security.
(Broadway) and Building 5 (Haymarket). accessibility requirements, as well as medical or motor traffic matters, criminal offences, and many
mental health conditions (long or short-term). other legal issues. To reach them dial 6 from any phone or call 1800
uts.ac/studentcentre 249 559 (great to save as a contact in your
You can find Accessibility at CB01.06.001. The Student Legal Service is located at phone!).
CB01.05.12.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy accessibility.uts.edu.au
uts.ac/legalservice
Chaplains of multiple faiths are here to offer you
personal or spiritual support throughout your
university journey, regardless of whether you have Counselling service
faith or not.
Contact the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy on
A confidential service for a wide range of
personal, psychological, study, and administrative
difficulties. There are also a number of online self-
Looking for
tech support?
uts.chaplaincy@uts.edu.au or call help resources.
9514 2523.
Counselling is located at CB01.06.001.
UTS Health Service uts.ac/counsellingservice
Student login and Learning systems
The Health Service is a bulk billed on-campus My Student Admin UTSOnline is where you will find subject
medical service for students. announcements and course content. Log in with
Financial assistance Your student login provides access to computer
your student ID and password to participate in
The Health Service is located at CB01.06.001. labs and My Student Admin (MSA): an online portal
The Financial Assistance Service can assist you subject activities, complete assessments, access
were you can manage your personal details,
with practical and financial aspects of life while subject outlines, and more (use UTS Canvas in
uts.ac/healthservice enrolment, subject withdrawal, results, invoices,
you are at university. This includes student loans cases where your subject is being offered in
and more!
for immediate crisis, Centrelink and other benefits Canvas).
available to you, tax help, and more. uts.ac/MSA
online.uts.edu.au and canvas.uts.edu.au
UTS Housing
uts.ac/financeassist
UTS Housing staff can help you find suitable
private accommodation around the city campus. ServiceConnect and IT help Printing at UTS
This includes UTS student housing, off-campus
housing and short-term accommodation. ServiceConnect is your IT Support Centre website. You can print from any UTS computer, and
Visit us to find IT user instructions, information, your own via MyPrint, to any of the 50 printers
housing.uts.edu.au and to submit help requests for all things IT- on campus. Printing is charged through your
related. MyMonitor account, which can be recharged in
buildings 5, 6, 10 and the Library. For assistance
serviceconnect.uts.edu.au with printing and binding you can visit the Digital
Imaging Centre.
uts.ac/printing21 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 22
Love your UTS Plastic
library Free
The UTS Library connects Library Tours 10 easy ways to ditch plastic!
people, knowledge and Take a guided tour of the UTS Library and discover
At UTS we’re doing our bit to reduce the
mountains of plastic waste polluting the
the array of spaces, resources and assistance
culture, with a wide range available to your throughout your studies (select
environment.
tours are available in English and Mandarin).
of online and on-campus
services and resources to Here’s what you can do
support your studies. It also Quick Start Workshop to help:
features facilities to help Get ready for university with UTS Library! This
workshop will help you get a head start on your
1. Choose to refuse. Don’t use plastic straws. 6. Shop on-campus at the Broadway Food Coop.
Prices are low because they’re not-for-profit,
students, which include studies by teaching you how to understand your 2. Cut back on plastic bags. BYO bag or grab and they’re big fans of zero waste packaging.
reading list and find scholarly articles and books a cloth ‘share bag’ from the boomerang bag
study areas, silent study for your assignments (available in English and station in the foyer of Building 1 level 4. Use it 7. Say no to plastic cutlery.
Mandarin). and return for someone else to do the same.
rooms, group presentation 8. Avoid fruit and veggies wrapped in plastic,
3. Carry your own BYO cup for takeaway coffee.
rooms, adaptive equipment Disposable cups are not recyclable and go
they already come in nature’s perfect
wrapping.
and more. Tools for English Language straight to landfill. Some campus cafés offer
a discount if you BYO cup. 9. Quit chewing gum – yep, it’s made of plastic
Improvement Workshop polymers!
The Library is on the corner of Ultimo Road 4. If you already BYO cup, try a BYO lunch box.
This hands-on workshop will guide you through
and Quay Street. Carry your container and use it at campus 10. Share your positive actions on social media,
some of our great English language online
food outlets. Wash it at the student kitchens spread the word and get everyone choosing
lib.uts.edu.au programs that can help you with both general and
around campus. to refuse single-use plastics!
academic English skills.
5. Reduce plastic bottle waste by choosing tap
water. It’s free, tastes great, and there are More information on the UTS Sustainability
bottle filling stations on every floor of every website and Facebook page UTSGreen.
To learn about session dates, times, and locations, UTS building. Check locations via the UTS
please visit the Orientation registration page. sustainability website. sustainability.uts.edu.au
orientation.uts.edu.au/sessions23 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 24
University life Exploring faith
is a balancing and spirituality on
campus
Jumbunna Institute
for Indigenous
act Come and meet the Chaplains and
Coordinator to discover how we
can support you emotionally and
Education and
Research
Living matters, and here at UTS we want to ensure spiritually at UTS. If you are simply
you succeed in EVERY part of your life! There are seeking spiritual support, or if you Jumbunna Indigenous House of
a host of sessions running across Orientation and would like to connect to a particular Learning provides support services
throughout the year to help clear your mind and faith group, our door is always open. to Indigenous students to ensure
get you back on track. they achieve academic success and
positive wellbeing while they are at
Visit orientation.uts.edu.au for dates, times and university. Jumbunna is located on
locations. CB01.06
bit.ly/UTSinda
Go global
Positive vibes: The Global Exchange Program
allows you to gain international All About
mastering your mental experience before you graduate,
Accommodation booth
wellbeing while at uni develop intercultural competence,
travel. Become part of a global Learn about renting in NSW, get
Fun. Engaging. Inspiring. Presented by network – all while gaining credit accommodation support, and access
batyr, this workshop will empower you towards your UTS degree! Join different listings. Located near the
to take charge of your mental wellbeing this session to discover when Concierge Desk on level 4 of Building 1. BlueBird Brekkie Bar
and where you can go, and how
during university. Come along to hear
tips and strategies from other students, to apply. housing.uts.edu.au and Night Owl Noodle
and make some new friends while Bar
you find out about all of the support
available. A free, natural, and fresh breakfast
or dinner made by students for
students. Come meet new people
and fill your stomach in a relaxed
environment.
uts.ac/bluebirdbar
Mindfulness
meditation Speed-Friending
Regular mindfulness practice has been Meet like-minded people outside of
shown to be effective in improving the classroom and learn about some
wellbeing and managing stress. In this extracurricular activities you can get
presentation, you will be introduced to involved in at UTS!
the concept of mindfulness and have
the opportunity to do three exercises
where we put the skill of meditation
and mindfulness into practice.25 UTS ORIENTATION 2019 26
ActivateUTS ActivateUTS
The social side Volunteer of the Year:
Activate UTS is a non-profit organisation that
works to give you a richer student experience
ActivateUTS Winterfest
9 August
Soundarya Ramesh
at UTS through a variety of clubs and societies,
sports, activities, facilities and events. If you’re
Start Session 2 with the biggest party of the
looking to enhance your time at uni, visit
session… Winterfest is back and ActivateUTS has
activateuts.com.au to find out how.
a big party planned for you! The Underground will
transform into the biggest silent disco on campus When someone asks me what university life is It wasn’t until my second year when I really started
to dance off those winter chills. like, I tell them that it’s exactly like high school. to explore what uni had to offer. I joined the BUILD
Essentially, it’s the same routine of classes, program and SOUL Award, both programs which
assignments and studying. It can be dull. It can provide opportunities to develop your leadership
ActivateUTS Clubs Day Go to activateuts.com.au and find out more about
ActivateUTS on campus.
be stressful. skills potential and build your network.
1 August
But it can also be so much more if you’re willing I also learned more about the clubs and societies
Clubs Day is your best chance to meet new people to put yourself out there. here at UTS, and volunteered throughout the year
and join our clubs and societies, as well as get a with various clubs including EcoSoc and UTS
taste of what ActivateUTS and UTS have to offer Going from high school to university is like Red Cross Society, but also as a member of The
you while studying here. There’s always loads of stepping into the ocean, an unknown territory Pack who help facilitate many of the events held
free stuff, food, games and demos for you to give filled with opportunities waiting to be discovered. on-campus. Not only did I have heaps of fun, I also
a go. It’s a chance to discover your potential and forge gained many close friends in the process.
an identity beyond your high school self.
Come and check out our club’s and society’s Each new adventure has helped me take one
stalls located on the Alumni Green and levels 3, 4 My first year of university involved me mainly more step away from my bubble, and allowed
and 5 in Building 1. focusing on classes and assignments, unwilling me to experience a university life filled with
to go beyond my comfort zone particularly as I friendships, memories and new avenues waiting
only knew a few people at UTS, none of whom to be explored.
were in my course. Things started to change
when I decided to volunteer as a HELPS Buddy, University is what you make of it, and the campus
Discover Sydney where I met up with an international student to is a treasure trove brimming with opportunities
help them practice English. While I initially went in to help you grow as an individual. So, go on - get
with ActivateSocial without any expectations, I ended up leaving that exploring and make your university experience an
conversation with a new friend and a newfound adventure of a lifetime!
Join us as we explore Sydney through a range love for helping others.
of activities during Orientation, or head to
Soundarya Ramesh was ActivateUTS’s 2018 Volunteer
activateuts.com.au to see regular events of the Year Award recipient and is involved with the UTS
throughout the year. HELPS Buddy Program, UTS BUILD Program, SOUL Award
and The Pack. Soundarya is also involved with ActivateUTS
Clubs and Societies, being an active member of EcoSoc
Event Date Cost Booking and The Big Lift, giving up her time to assist with events
Sydney Opera House Tour 24 July $5 activateuts.com.au such as plants stalls and tree planting days.
Sydney Harbour Jetboat 26 July $25 activateuts.com.au
ActivateUTS runs a variety of clubs, societies and
Harbour Bridge Walk and Pylon Lookout 30 July $5 activateuts.com.au events around campus. Visit activateuts.com.au to find
out how you can be involved and make the most of your
$15 activateuts.com.au time at university.
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Where’s your
Helpful links head at?
Look out
Student Centre UTS Student News
uts.edu.au/current-students/contacts/
general-contacts
uts.edu.au/student-news
before you
CareerHub
careerhub.uts.edu.au
UTS Careers
careers.uts.edu.au
step out
UTS Handbook Campus maps
handbook.uts.edu.au maps.uts.edu.au
It’s easy to become complacent about pedestrian
road safety, especially on a familiar route such
Before you cross the road:
Academic Liaison Officers Safety and security as on your way to and from uni. Taking risks and • Look before you cross. Just because
uts.edu.au/current-students/ uts.edu.au/current-students/campus-life/
not being mindful on the roads can have serious someone else decides to cross, doesn’t
students-with-accessibility-requirements/ your-campus/safety-and-security
consequences. Have your head in the moment. mean it’s safe for you.
accessibility-service/services-and-3 Make safe decisions when crossing the road.
• Unplug your earphones and put away your
UTS International Wayfinding phone.
international.uts.edu.au wayfinding.uts.edu.au
• Never assume that an approaching vehicle
can see you, or will stop for you – wait until
Student Services Unit Entrepreneurship at UTS all vehicles have stopped before you step off
uts.edu.au/current-students/support entrepreneurship.uts.edu.au
the kerb.
The Co-op Bookshop UTS Startup Internships • Avoid crossing between parked cars or at
coop.com.au startupinternships.uts.edu.au the front or back of buses and large vehicles.
Student Association IT Support Centre • At intersections, check for turning vehicles
sa.uts.edu.au serviceconnect.uts.edu.au before you leave the kerb, and while you are
crossing the road.
Equity and diversity UTS Facebook Page • Wear bright, light coloured clothing at night
equity.uts.edu.au facebook.com/UTSEngage or in reduced visibility conditions.
ActivateUTS UTS Instagram Page
activateuts.com.au instagram.com/UTSEngage To avoid a $75 fine:
• Always use pedestrian crossings.
UTS Library UTS Orientation Facebook
lib.uts.edu.au uts.ac/SPR19OrientationEvent • Wait for the walk signal.
• At traffic lights, don’t enter the road if
vehicles are moving through the crossing or
if the red don’t walk signal shows.Preferred paths
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We’re being explicit about
consent. You should too.
Not sure what looks wrong, or right? As part Get around campus on foot easily, quickly and Did you know jaywalking is illegal?
of your UTS student responsibilities, you’re safely by following these paths.
Not only is it dangerous and can lead to injury
expected to take an online training about healthy
or death, in NSW the current fine for jaywalking
relationships, consent appropriate behaviour
is $75.
and being an active bystander. Complete it in
UTSOnline before results release date to avoid a
Top tips
sanction. • Avoid busy roads by using pedestrian links
including the Harris Street footbridge,
Key
online.uts.edu.au Alumni Green and The Goods Line Preferred path of travel
• Always cross at the lights and pedestrian
Pedestrian crossing at traffic lights
crossings
Adapted from ‘Make Your Move!’ Missoula 2017. • Stick to well-lit paths at night Underground pathUTS CRICOS PROVIDER CODE: 00099F DISCLAIMER: The information in this booklet is correct as at June 2019. Changes in circumstances after this date might alter the accuracy of the information. UTS reserves the right to alter any content described in this booklet without notice. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pretains to them by contacting the University.
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