Student Life Monthly News
March 2008
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Welcome to the Student Life Monthly News!
 Student Life Monthly News contains updates, announcements and events that are relevant to international students. The newsletter is delivered straight to your inbox every month.
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Fee Payments by Instalment
Don’t forget! If you’re a continuing international student and you’ve chosen to pay your fees by instalment, you’ll need to pay the remaining 50 per cent by Tuesday 15 April 2008.
Tuition fees must be paid by the stated due date. Failure to do so may result in:
- The cancellation of your enrolment at Swinburne. All enrolment terminations at Swinburne will be reported as required by Australian Government legislation. This could lead to the cancellation of your student visa.
- Your details being forwarded to a debt collection agency. You will be required to pay any associated cost of collection and your credit rating in Australia may be affected
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Learn More about the Swinburne Library – Information Sessions
 Need some help with finding your way around the library, and accessing its many facilities?
Come along to an information session at the Swinburne Library. Our friendly staff will take you on a tour of the library, guide you through some basics like finding books and online reserve articles, as well as show you how to access facilities like computers, printing, and photocopying. No bookings needed - just turn up.
Get a schedule of Information Session dates and times
Find out more about the Swinburne Library
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Language and Academic Skills (LAS) Advisory Service
Many students took advantage of our Academic Language and Learning refresher course in February, but – if you missed out – it’s not too late to brush up on your writing, reading and study skills.
Visit the LAS website at www.international.swinburne.edu.au/las for full details of the services now available at the Hawthorn, Lilydale, Prahran and Wantirna campuses.
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OSHC Change of Room (Prahran)
Prahran's Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) representative will now be located at PK 224 every Thursday commencing 6 March 2008. The room is on the other corridor to where Student Services is located.
Visit the Swinburne International site for times and locations of OSHC representatives on other campuses.
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Great Ocean Road Express
 Take the Great Ocean Road Express and experience the breathtaking coastline of south-west Victoria. The trip is scheduled for Saturday 15 March and only costs $88, which includes bus transport and guidance. Book now!
We organise heaps of different activities throughout the semester, so check out our website or pick up a flyer at the Swinburne International office on your campus.
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Boroondara Volunteer Expo
Head down to the Boroondara Volunteer Expo to talk with community organisations about the many and varied volunteer opportunities available to you.
It’s a great way to gain work experience and improve your language skills!
| When |
Wednesday 12 March 2008 |
| What time |
2pm - 7pm |
| Where |
Hawthorn Town Hall, 358 Burwood Road, Hawthorn |
| How much |
FREE |
Visit www.bvrc.org.au for more information.
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A Great Big Welcome
 We had a whip-cracking time at our Welcome Party on Friday 22 February at the Hawthorn campus.
New and returning international students were entertained by the fire-twirling CM Cowboy and didgeridoo maestro Ganga Giri.
Entertainment and fantastic food aside, it was a great opportunity for students to find out more about the services available at Swinburne, including Chaplaincy, Counseling, Health Services, LAS and student accommodation Swinburne Place Apartments.
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Ask George
 It’s the start of semester and you’re sure to have a list of questions a mile long. Why not Ask George? He’s got the answers to everything!
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How do I get my book list and where do I purchase my books? |
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Where do I get my student diary? |
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Who can stamp my travel concession form for me? |
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How do I check my class timetable? |
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I need to purchase a laptop/computer – does Swinburne have any arrangements with
preferred suppliers? |
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What is Lechtopia / EchoSystem? |
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Where do I get more information about Swinburne’s wireless access? |
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I need help finding a part-time / full-time job – what resources are available? |
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What are the term dates and school breaks? |
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Where can I get a map of Swinburne campuses? |
For the answers to these, and many more questions, just visit the My.Swinburne portal.
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What's On in Melbourne?
Looking for some fun in the city? Check out what’s happening in and around Melbourne throughout March and beyond.
| Date |
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| 2 March |
Thai Culture & Food Festival, Federation Square, Melbourne |
| 5 March |
Foundation Boroondara and Orchestra Victoria Annual Community Concert, Camberwell |
| 7 - 10 March |
Melbourne Moomba Waterfest, Melbourne CBD |
| Until 8 March |
2008 NAB Cup - AFL pre-season, Telstra Dome, Melbourne |
| Until 8 March |
2008 Melbourne Food and Wine Festival |
| Until 9 March |
Moonlight Cinema, Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne |
| Until 10 March |
Melbourne International Motor Show, Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre |
| 16 March |
Harmony Day, Ashburton |
| Until 16 March |
Brunswick Music Festival, Brunswick |
| Until 16 March |
City of Melbourne Laneway Commissions 2007, Melbourne CBD |
| 19 March - 13 April |
Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Melbourne CBD |
| 29 March |
Earth Hour, Melbourne |
| Until 15 August |
Ice Skating at Waterfront City, Docklands |
Keep up-to-date with the latest events and student activities on the International Student Life website.
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