[+] Get smart

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[+] Stay well

[+] Get involved

Being a successful student means being able to maximize your own performance in the various kinds of assessment you will meet. Therefore as you go about your studies, it is worth spending time ensuring you study effectively.

Successful learning involves wanting to learn, needing to learn, learning by doing, learning from feedback and making sense of what has been learned (Race, 2003). Ultimately it is not how much you know, but how well you show what you know in exams and in coursework assessments that will determine your success.

Make the most of the opportunities for personal and academic growth during your student experience. Use Campus Connections to help you meet new people, try new activities and be open to new ideas. Introduce yourself to other people, as a good social network will help you meet academic challenges. The more you access the Student Services, use the facilities, and get involved in university life, the more you will benefit both personally and academically.

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Table of contentsFinding answers on campus–Just ASK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Get smart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Study skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Academic writing skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Exam skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Maths and statistics workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Postgraduate seminars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Workshops for international students . . . . . . . . . . .12 Workshops for Māori students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Workshops for Pacific students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 HubTalks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Other ‘Get smart’ tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Get sorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Faculties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Free legal advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ITS Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Language Learning Centre (LLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Money matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Stay well . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Recreation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Student Counselling Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Student Health Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Victoria Physiotherapy Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 The Chaplaincies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Get Involved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Information for Māori students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Vic Careers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Victoria Leadership Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 VUWSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Support at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Make your Victoria

Student ID card

work for you!

If you do not have your Vic Student ID card, go to: victoria.ac.nz/st_services/newstudents/before/faqs.aspx#q14 (or scan the QR code)

Carry your card with you—it has a number of uses:

It has your Vic ID number, which you will need to know.

It gives entry to streamed classes.

You need it to use printers and photocopiers—‘follow me’ printing allows you to send your document to a printer, and continue working until you’re ready to collect your printing. Hold your Student ID card against the printer reader to release your documents. For photocopying, hold your Student ID card against the reader and start copying.

Use it in the Library for self-service issuing; borrowing books, laptops or headphones; and using course reserve material.

You need it for Faculty office enquiries, appointments with student advisers and other Faculty staff, requests for documentation such as transcripts, fees assessments, and to add/drop course(s).

It gives you entry into examinations.

You need it to collect assignments from Schools.

It gives you access to student services such as Student Health and Counselling.

It gives you after-hours access to computer labs and some halls of residence.

It gives student discounts for the Cable Car, movies, restaurants, some theatres, travel, etc.

[+] Lost?

[+] Need a book?

[+] Want to find a Learning Adviser or Subject Librarian?

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Finding answers on campus–Just ASK If you have queries, the place to ask is the Vic Info Ihonui service zone–level 2 (as well as level 1) in the Kelburn Hub. Look for this logo:

Friendly staff are available to answer questions about:

general queries

student services

Library services

wayfinding

15min help desk appointments with Learning Advisers and Subject Librarians

referrals for longer consultations with Student Services staff or Librarians.

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Get smartStudent Learning Support Service provides learning advice to help you develop the writing, study and maths skills necessary for university. The professional and experienced staff work with students from first-year to postgraduate level on individual appointments, workshops, PASS study groups and in lectures. It is a great place to work together with a learning adviser or senior student to discuss your academic work.

Read about the many useful workshops and programmes, choose some that appeal to you and enter them in your diary. Bring a friend or come by yourself. No need to register, but make sure you arrive on time as spaces are limited!

For individual appointments, book early to avoid disappointment.

All Get Smart workshops are held either in the SLSS Seminar Room or SLSS Meeting Room (unless otherwise stated), Level 0, Kirk Building, Kelburn.

Student Learning Support Service Kelburn: Hunter Courtyard, Level 0, Kirk Building Pipitea: Railway West Wing, Level 2 Phone 04-463 5999 Email student-learning@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/slss

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Study skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Academic writing skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Exam skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Maths and statistics workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Postgraduate seminars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Workshop for international students . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Workshop for Māori students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Workshop for Pacific students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

HubTalks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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Time management (50 minutes)

Do you feel daunted by your busy schedule? Reduce the pressure of a heavy workload with a planned approach. Bring your timetable and assignment due dates to develop a personalised plan to use limited time effectively. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Thursday 14 March 11–11.50am Wednesday 20 March 11–11.50am Monday 25 March 1.10–2pm Tuesday 26 March 2.10–3pm Trimester 2 Monday 22 July 11–11.50am

Effective reading (50 minutes)

Learn some techniques to cope effectively with the quantity of reading you are required to do for your studies. Developing more skills to read and understand the text will help you get the most out of your readings.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Monday 11 March 1.10–2pm Thursday 14 March 1.10–2pm Monday 18 March 11–11.50am Thursday 28 March 1.10–2pmTrimester 2 Tuesday 30 July 11–11.50am Wednesday 7 August 10–10.50am

Study skillsMake good use of your time between classes by developing effective study habits. You will need to revise your notes, keep up with readings, read and think critically to help you understand course material. The critical thinking, organisational, interpersonal, verbal and written skills you learn at university are also valuable in the workplace. Student Learning workshops provide guidance to make your study successful. In addition to your lectures and tutorials, Blackboard, PASS study groups and meeting with a Learning Adviser can help you get the most out of your study.

Review your notes

within 24 hours–

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Practical note taking (50 minutes)

Taking notes from lectures, tutorials and textbooks is one of the most important forms of writing you will use while you are at university. Learn some tips to produce effective notes to assist your learning. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Wednesday 13 March 3.10–4pm Thursday 21 March 2.10–3pmTrimester 2 Tuesday 23 July 11–11.50am Thursday 1 August 2.10–3pm

Mind mapping (50 minutes)

Mind maps are an innovative way to take notes. They are useful for accelerating learning and improving recall. Explore the endless possibilities of this study technique. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Monday 18 March 1.10–2pmTrimester 2 Wednesday 31 July 11–11.50am

Smarter study tips (50 minutes)

Learn and share various study techniques to help you get the most out of your university study.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 12 March 1.10–2pm Tuesday 19 March 10–10.50amTrimester 2 Wednesday 31 July 10–10.50am

Critical thinking (8 hours Postgraduate sessions | 6 hours Undergraduate sessions)

If you wonder what your lecturers mean when they ask you to critically analyse, discuss or assess something, then come along to this workshop series. In these two-hour sessions you will develop your understanding of critical analysis. We will look at what it means to be a critical thinker, and how to critically analyse a text.

You will need to register online for this workshop and attend all sessions. To register for Critical Thinking workshops, go to victoria .ac .nz/slss For further information, contact SLSS; phone: 04-463 5999, email: student-learning@vuw.ac.nz.

Postgraduate sessions: Day Date TimeTrimester 1 4 Wednesdays 1, 8, 15, and 22 May 10am–12 noonTrimester 2 4 Wednesdays 11, 18, 25 Sep & 2 Oct 10am–12 noon

Undergraduate sessions: Day Date TimeTrimester 1 3 Tuesdays 30 April, 7 & 14 May 10am–12 noon Trimester 2 3 Tuesdays 10, 17, and 24 September 10am–12 noon

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You will be expected to complete different types of university assessments. While the academic essay is the most common written assessment, you may also be asked to write reports, literature reviews, journals and research proposals.

Remember, writing is developmental and everyone continues to learn new writing skills. You learn through the very act of writing, and the more conscious you are of what you are doing when you write, the better you will write and learn (Crème & Lea, 2003).

Therefore, with knowledge of key writing skills and practice you will begin to see how to write your academic essays and identify what academic staff are looking for when they grade your assignments.

Academic writingThese sessions are useful for getting started with your assignments. They will include an overview of the essay writing process including analysis, thinking, planning, and essay structure.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 *Saturday 9 March 9am–12 noon Tuesday 12 March 10–11.50am Wednesday 13 March 9–10.50am Tuesday 19 March 2.10–3.50pm Wednesday 20 March 9–10.50amTrimester 2 Wednesday 24 July 10–11.50am Thursday 8 August 1.10–3pm

* Registration is required for the Saturday course. Please register online at victoria .ac .nz/slss For more information contact Student Learning Support Service.

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Starting essays (50 minutes)

Come and learn strategies to understand what is being asked in an essay question so you can plan and be confident with your research and essay writing. This session aims to help focus on thinking and planning so you can develop your argument clearly for a successful university essay. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Thursday 21 March 11–11.50am Wednesday 17 April 10–10.50amTrimester 2 Monday 29 July 10–10.50am Tuesday 13 August 1.10–2pm

Planning and organising essays (50 minutes)

Planning helps clarify the main ideas for essay writing. The structure and sequence of the essay must be logical and analytical, and the evidence must demonstrate an understanding of the topic. This session will explore the various parts of an organised essay. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 16 April 2.10–3pm Monday 6 May 1.10–2pm

Smarter writing tips (50 minutes)

Learn useful writing skills and bring your questions about academic writing.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Wednesday 1 May 1.10–2pm

Editing and proofreading (50 minutes)

Learn how to edit and proofread your essay to turn your draft into a polished final copy.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Wednesday 8 May 9–9.50am

Referencing (50 minutes)

Referencing is a crucial skill for university writing. To make sure you reference correctly, come and learn some core referencing skills.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 26 March 1.10–2pm Thursday 4 April 11–11.50amTrimester 2 Tuesday 6 August 1.10–2pm

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Revision strategies (50 minutes)

Get ready for exams! Come and learn ways to make revision part of your study routine and improve your understanding.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 30 April 11–11.50am Monday 20 May 11–11.50am Trimester 2 Tuesday 1 October 10–10.50am Wednesday 9 October 11–11.50am

Test and exam techniques (50 minutes)

Anxious about exams? These sessions provide useful strategies for tests and exams. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Thursday 23 May 11–11.50am Thursday 30 May 1.10–2pmTrimester 2 Thursday 3 October 1.10–2pm Thursday 10 October 11–11.50am

Exam essays (50 minutes)

Fine-tune your essay writing skills for exams. These sessions aim to help you enhance your results. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 21 May 1.10–2pm Wednesday 29 May 10–10.50amTrimester 2 Wednesday 2 October 1.10–2pm Tuesday 8 October 10–10.50am

Exam skillsRegular revision within 24 hours of your lecture notes, doing the readings and keeping up with your workload during the trimester will help you do well in your exams. Exam content can be based on material from lectures, tutorials, assignments and readings. Exams require strong course content knowledge and effective exam and test skills. These workshops aim to help you fine-tune your performance for exams and tests.

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Maths and statistics workshopsSLSS provides mathematics and statistics support especially for students taking ‘stage 1’ applied statistics (STAT 193, QUAN 102 and QUAN 111) and those whose papers have some mathematics content but are not studying mathematics.

A variety of workshops are offered, all of which are student centred and problem based. Students are encouraged to bring problems to work through. No booking needed, just turn up.

Calculator skills (50 minutes)

This workshop will be useful for students from all disciplines and will be based on the Casio FX–82 calculator, although assistance can be given with other calculators. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 5 March 11–11.50am Thursday 7 March 2.10–3pmTrimester 2 Tuesday 16 July 11–11.50am Thursday 18 July 1.10–2pm

Statistics workshops (50 minutes)

These workshops are mainly for STAT 193 and QUAN 102 students. They will loosely follow the teaching programme for these papers as listed in the Course Outlines. Use of the calculator will be encouraged in all workshops.

STAT 193 (50 minutes)

Day TimeTrimester 1 Mondays (starting from 11 March) 10–10.50amTrimester 2 Mondays (starting from 22 July) 10–10.50am

QUAN 102 (50 minutes)

Day TimeTrimester 1 Wednesdays (starting from 13 March) 11–11.50amTrimester 2 Wednesdays (starting from 24 July) 11–11.50am

Maths drop–in sessions (50 minutes)

These sessions are for students requiring support in any course containing mathematics. Students need to bring examples of problems to work through.

Day TimeTrimester 1 Tuesdays 3.10–4pm Wednesdays 1.10–2pm Thursdays 10–10.50amTrimester 2 Tuesdays 3.10–4pm Wednesdays 1.10–2pm Thursdays 10–10.50am

QUAN 111 workshops (50 minutes)

These workshops are specifically for students requiring support in QUAN 111 (Mathematics for Economics and Finance) and will loosely follow the teaching programme as listed in the course outline. Day TimeTrimester 2 Thursdays (starting from 25 July) 2.10–3pm

Exam revision workshops Additional exam revision workshops will be arranged when the end-of-trimester examination timetable is confirmed. Check our website victoria .ac .nz/slss for the timetable closer to the time.

Individual/group appointmentsAppointments with the Maths and Statistics Learning Adviser can be made for individuals or small study groups. Call SLSS for appointments, phone 04-463 5999, or email student-learning@vuw.ac.nz.

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Postgraduate seminarsPostgraduate seminars are useful at any stage of your postgraduate study, offering an informal opportunity to get together and discuss aspects of interest. Sessions are facilitated by SLSS, with input from academics and other postgraduate students. This is a good opportunity to meet other postgraduate students and to get an overview of aspects that concern you. Seminars are available at both Kelburn and Pipitea campuses.

The listed sessions are correct at the time of printing. However, please check on the PostgradLife website closer to the time for any timetable changes victoria .ac .nz/postgradlife

Postgraduate writing workshops

Writing to think (3 hours)

A three-hour intensive session, covering techniques to help generate and organise an extended writing project. Registration is required for this workshop.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Saturday 20 April 9am–12 noon

Keeping on track (3 hours)

A three-hour intensive session on how to stay focused on the ‘big picture’ while working on your thesis. Registration is required for this workshop. Day Date TimeTrimester 2 Saturday 24 August 9am–12 noon

Please register for both sessions online at victoria .ac .nz/slss For further information, contact SLSS reception; phone: 04-463 5999, email: student–learning@vuw.ac.nz. Venue: AM101, level 1 Alan MacDiarmid Building, Kelburn campus.

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Kelburn PG research skills seminarsSpeaker information is correct at time of printing. Please check the PostgradLife website victoria .ac .nz/postgradlife for any updates to the schedule.

There is no need to register for these sessions, but please be on time. For more information, contact SLSS reception; phone: 04-463 5999, email: student–learning@vuw.ac.nz

Kelburn PG Research Skills Seminars are held on Tuesdays, 12 noon–12.50pm, in the SLSS Seminar Room, Level 0, Kirk Building, Kelburn (unless otherwise stated).

Date Presenter TitleTrimester 1 12 March Deborah Laurs Transition to PG Studies 19 March Allison Kirkman Ethics 26 March Dalice Sim Quantitative Research 9 April Deborah Laurs Literature Reviews 16 April Kirsten Reid Oral PresentationsTrimester 2 16 July Pete Nichols Database Searches* 23 July TBC Research Proposals 30 July Allison Kirkman Ethics 6 August Dalice Sim Quantitative Research 13 August Derek Wallace Thesis Argumentation 20 August D. Laurs, K. Reid Thesis Structure/Editing

* Venue: MY221 Cybercommons

Pipitea PG research skills seminarsIn Trimester 1 Pipitea PG Research Skills Seminars are held Fridays, 9.30–10.20am, in RWW414. For Trimester 2 these Seminars are held Fridays 10.30–11.30am in RWW223 (unless otherwise stated).

Date Presenter TitleTrimester 1 15 March Vicky Mabin Research Journey 22 March Todd Bridgman Qualitative Research 5 April Amanda Wolf Research Proposals 12 April Derek Wallace Thesis Argumentation 19 April Deborah Laurs Thesis Structure/EditingTrimester 2 19 July Vicky Mabin Research Journey 26 July Koichi Inoue Reference Management* 2 August Deborah Laurs Literature Reviews 9 August Kirsten Reid Oral Presentations 16 August Mary Roberts Qualitative Research 23 August TBC

* Venue: RWW202 Cybercommons

Other sessionsPGSA Interactive sessions: an opportunity to hear about other students’ research projects: 2nd Wednesday of every month, 4-6.30pm. For programme details, go to vuwpgsa .ac .nz

FGR Research workshops: targeted sessions for PhD candidates: 3rd Thursday of the month, 2.30-4pm. For session topics, go to: victoria .ac .nz/fgr/current-phd/workshops .aspx

Shut Up & Write: Milk & Honey Tuesdays 3-4pm & Wednesdays 9-10am; Olive Café (170/172 Cuba St) Wednesdays 2-3pm. Pipitea group starting soon. For further information, email lizzie.towl@vuw.ac.nz or visit victoria .ac .nz/fgr/current-phd/workshops

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Workshops for international studentsAt Victoria we want to ensure that our international students have all the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in their study. We know that education environments differ, and that some international students will be facing new study challenges and opportunities. Therefore we offer a range of programmes to help international students understand the expectations of Victoria’s teaching staff, as well as ways to meet those expectations. Most of these programmes also provide the opportunity to meet new people and have some fun on campus. Come to as many of these programmes as you like. We look forward to meeting you.

Preparation for Academic Life and Study Programme–PALS

Even if you are used to studying in your own country, New Zealand universities can have different academic requirements. These weekly sessions will help you become familiar with these requirements. You will also develop the skills needed for your study and meet new people.

Weekly PALS Sessions

Get started with academic life and study @ Vic (2 hours)

Come along to this session to learn more about Victoria’s academic environment and set some personal goals for your study in NZ.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Friday 8 March 2–4pmTrimester 2 Friday 19 July 2–4pm

Researching, writing and using the library (2 hours)

This session offers some strategies to focus your writing and conduct your literary research.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Friday 15 March 2–4pmTrimester 2 Friday 26 July 2–4pm

Academic integrity (2 hours)

Learn about New Zealand requirements for referencing your academic work. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Friday 22 March 2–4pmTrimester 2 Friday 2 August 2–4pm

Summarising and paraphrasing (2 hours)

Learn how to develop the skills of summarising and paraphrasing–vital tools for academic writing.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Friday 5 April 2–4pmTrimester 2 Friday 9 August 2–4pm

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ConversationBe sure to meet with Kiwi students for weekly conversation groups, Wednesdays 3pm, in the SLSS Seminar Room, KK001 Kirk Building, Kelburn (starting Week 2). You do not need to book; just come along.

ExcelL (Excellence in Experiential Learning and Leadership)

Learn how to communicate well with VUW lecturers; learn how to make Kiwi friends. You will become a multicultural communicator and you will receive a certificate for your CV. Register for this five-session programme at SLSS reception. There is a $10 fee for materials.

Dates TimeTrimester 1 10 May–7 June (Fridays) 9am–12 noon 25 March–6 May (Mondays)* 3–5pm 24 June–4 July (Mon and Thu) 10am–1pmTrimester 2 15 July–12 August (Mondays) 2–5pm 9 September–7 October (Mondays)* 3–5pm

* These sessions are for thesis writers only

Troubleshooting grammar and punctuationAt these weekly grammar sessions, we will answer your questions and teach those tricky aspects of grammar that non-native speakers struggle with. Trimesters 1 and 2 (reduced sessions Trimester 3). Day Time Thursdays 12 noon–12.50pm Thursdays 3.10–4pm

Victoria InternationalVictoria International’s Student Advisers are available to support all international students. Living and studying overseas can be challenging and comes with its highs and lows. Talking about what you are experiencing can help; we are here to listen. Victoria International works closely with other student support groups, so come and see us for advice about where to go for help.

Victoria International Student Support Level 2 Easterfield Building Kelburn Campus Phone 04-463 5350 Email vi-support@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/international

Improving your English (2 hours)

It is important that you continue to improve your English. This session gives you some techniques for improving written and spoken English and introduces you to the Language Learning Centre.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Friday 12 April 2–4pmTrimester 2 Friday 16 August 2–4pm

Critical thinking (2 hours)

In this session you will develop your understanding of critical analysis. We will look at what it means to be a critical thinker, and how to read and write critically. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Friday 19 April 2–4pmTrimester 2 Friday 23 August 2–4pm

Other programmes for international students:

Academic speakingUndergraduate sessions

This 5-week programme will help you gain skills and confidence in academic speaking for tutorials, class presentations, etc. Limited spaces. Sign up online at victoria .ac .nz/slss Day Date TimeTrimester 1 5 Wednesdays from 13 March 12 noon–12.50pm 5 Wednesdays from 8 May 12 noon–12.50pmTrimester 2 5 Wednesdays from 24 July 12 noon–12.50pm 5 Wednesdays from 18 Sept 12 noon–12.50pm

Postgraduate sessions

This 5-week programme will help you gain skills and confidence in academic speaking for proposals, seminars, conferences, etc. Limited spaces. Sign up online at victoria .ac .nz/slss Day Date TimeTrimester 1 5 Thursdays from 14 March 3.10–4pm 5 Thursdays from 2 May 3.10–4pmTrimester 2 5 Thursdays from 25 July 3.10–4pm 5 Thursdays from 12 September 3.10–4pm

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Workshops for Māori students E te iti, e te rahi, haere mai, nau mai ra. Ihaka Tunui, the Māori Learning Advisor can help you with:

assignment planning and writing

exam preparation

balancing your commitments

managing your workload

resources that will support your writing, reading and thinking.

For an appointment with our Māori Learning Adviser, please contact Ihaka Tunui on 04-463 5392, or email student-learning@vuw.ac.nz

Māori drop-insAll Māori students can ‘drop in’ and get assistance and learning advice in a 15-30 minute timeslot, at different venues:Day Time Venue Mondays 12 noon-1pm Te Pūtahi Atawhai (14 Kelburn Parade) Tuesdays 1.30-2.30pm Te Taratara a Kāe (Rankine Brown, Level 2) Thursdays 12 noon-1pm Te Herenga Waka Marae

SLSS workshops for Māori studentsThe workshops provide you with tools and tips to prepare you for lectures, tutorials, assignments and exams. Extra workshops may be held as needed during the year. The workshops will be held at: SLSS Meeting Room (KK006, Level 0 Kirk Building).

What do I need to know for this trimester? (50 minutes)

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 5 March 12–12.50am Trimester 2 Tuesday 16 July 12–12.50am

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Academic skillsLearn the basic skills and structure of essay writing, reading, note taking and referencing.

How to take notes from lectures (50 minutes)

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 12 March 12–12.50am

How to read effectively (50 minutes)

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 19 March 12–12.50am Trimester 2 Tuesday 23 July 12–12.50am

How to write an essay, critically analyse, and reference (50 minutes)

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 26 March 12–12.50am Trimester 2 Tuesday 30 July 12–12.50am

Exam preparation and coping with exams (50 minutes)

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 28 May & 4 June 12–12.50am Trimester 2 Tuesday 8 & 15 October 12–12.50am

Study WānangaThe Study Wānanga is for all Māori and Pasifika students. Māori and Pasifika Learning Advisers run ‘Exam Study Smart’ sessions to prepare students for exam study and exam execution. Time and venue to be confirmed. Starting Trimester 1 Week of 10 June Trimester 2 Week of 21 October

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Would you like someone who is familiar with our cultural background to support, develop and encourage you in your learning journey?

With our Pasifika Learning Adviser, you can:

talk about and plan assignments

learn helpful academic reading and writing techniques

talk about how to plan your time to balance study and life

bring essay drafts to check for structure and expression

pick up tips for presentations and exam revision

talk over issues that affect your study as a Pacific student

attend friendly weekly workshops with other Pacific students on learning & study skills (see programme following).

All learning support is free and confidential.

For one-to-one meetings, or to find out more about workshops and small group sessions, contact Ema. Phone 04-463 7455, email ema.sanga@vuw.ac.nz, or drop in to SLSS, KK018, Kirk Building, Level 0, Hunter Courtyard, Kelburn.

Pasifika drop-in Library hoursDay Time Venue Mon–Thu 11am–12 noon Te Taratara a Kāe (Rankine Brown, Level 2) Fri 1–2pm Pasifika Haos (Mt Street, Kelburn Campus)

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Pasifika critical thinking workshopsThese workshops over 4 weeks are useful during any year of your study, particularly if you are a first-year student and come from Pacific educational cultures and backgrounds. These workshops are designed to give you critical thinking and study skills, and give you the chance to work with other students.

The workshops are held twice a week in the Te Taratara a Kae (Māori and Pasifika Library space), Rankine Brown Library, Level 2. Phone 04-463 7455, email student-learning@vuw.ac.nz

Critical thinkingThis workshop identifies what critical thinking is and how you need to use it in your study. Learn about the ‘Six best friends’ of critical thinking and find about how to apply them in your academic work. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 12 March 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 14 March 12 noon–12.50pmTrimester 2 Tuesday 23 July 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 25 July 12 noon–12.50pm

Critical thinking for reading This workshop will give you tips for getting the most out of your academic readings. It will also make a clear parallel between how your reading strategies can strongly influence and improve your writing. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 19 March 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 21 March 12 noon–12.50pmTrimester 2 Tuesday 30 July 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 1 August 12 noon–12.50pm

Critical thinking for academic writing In this workshop you will learn practical and critical thinking steps to help you understand, plan, research, draft and edit your academic writing. Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 26 March 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 4 April 12 noon–12.50pmTrimester 2 Tuesday 6 August 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 8 August 12 noon–12.50pm

Open workshopCome ready to ask about any study and critical thinking skills regarding time management, reading or writing, especially if you’ve missed out on any of the first three workshops above.

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 9 April 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 11 April 12 noon–12.50pmTrimester 2 Tuesday 13 August 12 noon–12.50pm Thursday 15 August 12 noon–12.50pm

Study WānangaThe Study Wānanga is for all Māori and Pasifika students. Māori and Pasifika Learning Advisors run ‘Exam Study Smart’ sessions to prepare students for exam study, and exam execution. Time and venue to be confirmed.

Starting Trimester 1 Week of 10 June Trimester 2 Week of 21 October

Other support for Pacific students:

Pacific Support CoordinatorThe Pacific Support Coordinator provides Pasifika students with information and advice on the various Student Services, referrals to other services (if required), information, advice and assistance on scholarships and advocacy for Pasifika students. We can personalise a kete for you so you are fully aware of support available for your courses.

Contact us at 14 Kelburn Parade, Back Courtyard, Room 109; phone 04-463 5842; email te-putahi-atawhai@vuw.ac.nz

Te Rōpū Āwhina (Faculties of Science and Architecture & Design)

Refer to page 20 for more information.

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HubTalksBe healthy, wealthier and wise! These lunchtime HubTalks provide a variety of information relevant to your study, health and well-being. Presented by Student Services for you. No pre-booking necessary.

Venue: RB106 (in case of room change please check at Vic Info Ihonui to confirm venue for HubTalks) Day: Wednesdays Time: 12 noon–1pmDate Session Facilitator 13 March Pimp Your Study Routine Create the best study routine–one that works for you. SLSS & Student Leaders20 March Let’s Get This Essay Started An insider’s guide to planning and writing succesful essays. SLSS & Student Leaders27 March Chill Out Strategies for relaxation (meditation, mindfulness, grounding). Counselling 10 April Bouncing Back Building resilience, getting the results you want, handling pressure. Counselling Learn how to handle the jandal. 17 April Know Your Money Personality Get insight into your attitude to financial matters, and some tips for Financial Support & Advice managing that dosh. 1 May Living Healthy Learn about the benefits of keeping active and fit. Rec Centre8 May Be Employable University is much more than just sitting in lectures and tutorials. Careers Have fun whilst developing employability skills. Learn about opportunities to develop key skills employers look for. 15 May Preparing for Exams and Tests Exams coming up? Don’t panic–get some strategies for managing SLSS & Student Leaders your exam study routine and handy hints for sitting tests and exams.22 May Get the Best Bang for your Buck Do you feel confident about your finances? Come along and learn Financial Support & Advice about good money practices and how you can make your cash go further. 29 May Exam Anxiety Action Plan Manage exam anxiety by tackling procrastination, keeping it together Counselling and developing your confidence.

“Going to PASS makes it easier to keep up rather than having to catch up”

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PASS Study Groups

Join a PASS (Peer Assisted Study Support) study group. These study sessions are led by successful students and are offered in courses such as 100 & 200 level ACCY, 100 level CHIN, CHEM, ENGL, FCOM, FILM, FREN, GERM, INTP, ITAL, JAPA, LAWS, LING, MATH (for Engineering students), MDIA, PASI, POLS, SOSC, SPAN, SPOL/PUBL and THEA courses, and in 100, 200 & 300-level PSYC. PASS leaders will not give you the answers, but they can help you develop effective learning strategies to reinforce subject knowledge in an informal environment.

Research shows that students who attend PASS regularly have a 93% success rate in exams.

Look for information in lectures and on Blackboard.

Sign-up online at victoria .ac .nz/st_services/slss/

whatweoffer/pass .aspx

PASS groups begin in Week 3 of the trimester.

For further information, contact deborah.laurs@vuw.ac.nz or go online: victoria .ac .nz/st_services/slss/whatweoffer/pass .aspx

Other ‘Get smart’ tools

There is more than one way to get support with your assignments. Think outside the box.

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Peer Writers

One-to-one assistance is also offered by senior students. They are trained to help you develop your writing skills. They won’t do the work for you, but can help with grammar, style, structure and referencing, listen to your ideas and provide constructive suggestions. Their service is free and appointments are 45 minutes long.

To make an appointment with a Peer Writer, contact SLSS, Level 0 Kirk, Kelburn. Phone 04-463 5999 Email student–learning@vuw.ac.nz

Study & Writing Helpdesk @ Rankine Brown

15-minute sessions

Bring the assignment you are working on and discuss it with a SLSS Learning Adviser. They can guide you with your academic writing and study skills. Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm, Rankine Brown Library.

Come with:

your assignment printed

specific queries you want answered

a positive attitude.

Find the helpdesk in the Rankine Brown Foyer (Level 1, Rankine Brown Building).

Te Rōpū Āwhina (Faculties of Science, Engineering and Architecture & Design)

Te Rōpū Āwhina (Āwhina) is the on-campus whānau for Māori and Pacific students enrolled in degrees and majors within the eight Schools that comprise the Faculties of Science, Engineering, Architecture and Design at Victoria. The goal (kaupapa) of Āwhina is to mentor Māori and Pacific scientists, technologists, engineers, mathematicians, statisticians, architects and designers who will contribute to Māori and Pacific development and leadership.

Underpinning Āwhina’s successes is its kaupapa and the creation of an inclusive whānau environment encouraging high expectations, aspirations and achievements, collective success and reciprocity. The Āwhina kaupapa enables non-Māori and Pacific students to contribute as whānau members.

For further information see victoria .ac .nz/science/Awhina

Contact: Te Rōpū Āwhina Office 04-463 5987 or email teropuawhina@gmail.com

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Free legal advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

ITS Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Language Learning Centre (LLC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Money matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Faculty of Architecture and DesignLocation: Room 108, 139 Vivian St, Te Aro Campus

Day TimeMonday-Friday 9.30am–4pm

Contacts: Phone 04-463 6200 Fax 04-463 6204 Email architecture@vuw.ac.nz or design@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/fad

Services Programme and course information; enrolment enquiries; change of course applications; academic transcripts; postgraduate administration; academic services; and Faculty-related business.

Faculty of Commerce—PipiteaFCom Customer Service Desk: Location: Ground Floor, Rutherford House (RHG02), Pipitea Campus

Day Time During Trimesters 1 & 2 10am–4pmDuring summer trimester and examination periods 10am–3pmDuring Trimester breaks 10am–2pm

Contacts: Phone 04-463 7218 Email fcom-sas@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/vbs

Services FCom student advice; administration; and course-related enquiries.

FCom Student & Academic Services Office: Location: Level 1, Railway West Wing, Pipitea Campus

Day Time Throughout the year 9am–5pm

Contacts: Phone 04-463 5376 Fax 04-463 5360 Email fcom-sas@vuw.ac.nz

Faculty of Commerce—KelburnLocation: Easterfield, First Floor (EA121), Kelburn Campus

Day Time During Trimesters 1, 2 & Examination periods 9am–5pm*During Trimester breaks & Summer Trimester 9am–12 noon

(*NB: counter closed between 12.15pm -1.15pm)

Contacts Phone 04-463 6870 Fax 04-463 9474 Email fcom-sas@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/vbs Services FCom undergraduate student administration; and course-related enquiries.

Faculty of EducationLocation: Level 3, Tennant Block, Karori CampusDay TimeMonday-Friday 8.30am–4.30pm

Contacts: Phone 04-463 9500 Fax 04-463 9649 Email education@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/education

Faculty of EngineeringLocation: Room 144, Level 1, Cotton Building, Kelburn Campus

Day TimeMonday 8.30am–5pm Tuesday 9.30am–5pmWednesday-Friday 8.30am–5pm

Services Programme and course information; enrolment enquiries; change of course applications; academic transcripts; and postgraduate administration.

Contacts: Phone 04-463 5101 Fax 04-463 5122 Email engineering@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/engineering

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Faculty of Humanities and Social SciencesLocation: MY411, Level 4, Murphy Building, Kelburn Campus

Day TimeMonday 9.30am–4.30pmTuesday & Wednesday 10am-4.30pm Thursday & Friday 9.30am–4.30pm

During peak periods opening hours may vary.

Services All student administration and course-related enquiries; academic services; and Faculty-related business.

Contacts: Phone 04-463 5745 Fax 04-463 5183 Email fhss-enquiries@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/fhss

Faculty of LawLocation: G31, Old Government Buildings, 55 Lambton Quay, Pipitea Campus

Contacts: Phone 04-463 6366 Fax 04-463 6365 Email law-enquiries@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/law

Services Academic transcript requests (payment, including credit card); examination scripts: read, returns and reconsiderations; and assignment hand in and return.

Undergraduate Administrator Room 108

Services Enrolment, course changes, adding or withdrawing from a course; LLB degree planning and general course advice; student exchanges.

Student Administration Manager Room 109

Services: Credit transfer; degree planning and course advice; StudyLink forms; and other course confirmation requirements.

Course Assessment Administrator Room 210

Services: Examination and midterm; test enquiries; aegrotats.

Student Administration Adviser Room 106 Services: Transcripts processing; graduation enquiries.

Postgraduate Administrator Room 111

Services: LLB (Hons) degree planning and course advice; postgraduate enquiries.

Faculty specific forms can be printed from the law website victoria .ac .nz/law

Faculty of ScienceLocation: Room 144, Level 1, Cotton Building, Kelburn Campus

Day TimeMonday 8.30am–5pm Tuesday 9.30am–5pm Wednesday-Friday 8.30am–5pm

Services Programme and course information; enrolment enquiries; change of course applications; academic transcripts; and postgraduate administration.

Contacts: Phone 04-463 5101 Fax 04-463 5122 Email science@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/science

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ITS Student Most resources are accessible on and off campus using myVictoria, the student portal (http://my .vuw .ac .nz). This is a webpage that provides secure access to:

student email

workspace (H:drive)

Blackboard (online teaching and learning tool)

Student Records (to check and pay your fees, update contact details, view your grades, and check your timetable)

Library Catalogue and Databases

the University website

cashier–allows you to check the balance of your SCS account

Contact ITS StudentVia Video Kiosk

Government Building (Pipitea Campus)–level 0

Railway Station (Pipitea Campus)–level 2

Waghorn Block (Karori Campus)–level 2

Vivian St (Te Aro Campus)–level 1

Via email: its-service@vuw.ac.nz

Via telephone (8am- 9pm Mon-Thur, 8am- 5:30pm Fri)

04-463 5050–if you are off campus/calling from a mobile

5050–if you are on campus calling from a Vic phone

Via Instant Message (8am-5pm Mon-Fri)

go to the website victoria .ac .nz/its

Free legal adviceWellington Community Law Centre runs free legal advice sessions. Sessions available are:

Specialist Family Lawyer, Wednesday 12-2pm

Specialist Employment Lawyer, Wednesday 5.30-7pm

Advice for Women, Monday 12.30-1.30pm

Refugee and Immigration Advice, Tuesday 5.30-7pm

Advice for Mental Health Consumers, last Tuesday in the month 12 noon-1pm (at the Club House, 168 Riddiford St, Newtown)

Justice of the Peace, Tuesday and Thursday 12 noon-2pm

Parents’ Legal Information Line for School Issues (PLINFO)– A free phone service about students rights and responsibilities at school. Phone 0800 499 488

Free legal advice for other issues is available Monday to Thursday 5.30–7pm, Wednesday and Friday 12 noon–2pm. No appointments necessary.

The Law Centre is located at Level 2, 84 Willis Street. For more information phone 04-499 2928.

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LibraryEach campus has its own library–see our website victoria .ac .nz/library for more details. Staff will be delighted to welcome you and show you around, and tours will be on offer at all libraries. The Central Library is in the Rankine Brown Building by the Hub on Kelburn Campus and provides resources and facilities to help you succeed in your study. To help you find your way around the Central Library, guided tours are available during the first two weeks of Trimester 1.

Library tours (20-30 minutes) of the Central Library, Rankine Brown Building, Kelburn Campus daily from Monday 25 February until Friday 8 March at: 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm. Come along to learn:

how to use the Library

how to get help

about the resources and services on offer.

Bring your Student ID Card for:

printing

issuing books, laptops or headphones

course reserve material.

Other tours for individuals and groups, or other specialist training sessions can be arranged-just ask Vic Info Ihonui staff or see the website victoria .ac .nz/library

Karori Connect @ WJ Scott Library (Karori Campus)Use Karori Connect to get access to student services and resources. As well as accessing a full suite of Library services, you can:

have appointments with the Student Counselling Service and Disability Services at the WJ Scott Education Library

also attend Scopia video appointments with Student Learning Support Service and Financial Support and Advice.

EndNote/ZoteroThese practical 90 minute courses (with Library staff at various campus venues) provide an introduction to creating, managing and utilising your own reference database using EndNote or Zotero software.

You will learn how to insert citations into a Word document and generate a bibliography at the end of the document. The programme for 2013 is listed on the Library website:

victoria .ac .nz/library/instruction/endnote .html victoria .ac .nz/library/instruction/zotero .html

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Language learning workshopsBe prepared for your language tests and exams with our skill-related tools, and discover strategies to improve your language learning. You can come to as many of these 30-minute sessions as you like. Check our website closer to the time for a timetable.

Reading and writing Dates TimeTrimester 1 8 to 12 April 11am and 3.15pmTrimester 2 5 to 9 August 11am and 3.15pm

Speaking and listening Dates TimeTrimester 1 20 to 24 May 11am and 3.15pmTrimester 2 23 to 27 September 11am and 3.15pm

Foreign film screeningsBring your friends to the LLC to watch a foreign film, with English subtitles, on our big screen. The LLC holds film screenings throughout the year. Check the website for more details.

Language Learning Centre Level 0, von Zedlitz Building, Phone 04-463 5315 Email llc@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/llc

Bringing languages to life!

Taking a language course? Looking to expand your horizons by learning a language? Want to improve your English skills?

The LLC is a technology-rich environment that supports all language learners at Victoria University of Wellington. LLC services are free to all Victoria students and staff.

Welcome tours Short welcome tours (15 mins) are held in the first three weeks of the trimester, every day at 1.15pm. DatesTrimester 1 4 to 22 MarchTrimester 2 15 July to 2 August

Language buddy programmeBecome a language buddy! Apply with the LLC to teach someone your native language and learn your target language in return. You will benefit from practising your foreign language skills with a native speaker, make friends and enjoy learning about another culture. You can earn Victoria Plus and Victoria International Leadership Programme points by participating.

To sign up, visit the LLC’s website during the first three weeks of the trimester. DatesTrimester 1 4 to 22 MarchTrimester 2 15 July to 2 August

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Money mattersFinancial Support and Advice Money worries? Can’t pay the rent? Need some financial first aid?

Financial Support and Advice can help you get back on track. The Finance Advisers can:

help with applications to the Hardship Fund (an emergency fund for short-term financial assistance)

give practical advice to help you manage your money

help set up flat accounts and sort out flatting money issues

communicate with StudyLink to help resolve Student Allowance and Loan problems

help with IRD matters

plan a Vic OE budget

prepare a financial statement for scholarship applications.

Call in and pick up a copy of our booklet: Financial Survival Guide. Appointments are available at Kelburn, Pipitea, and Te Aro. Phone 04-463 7474

For general information:

Level 1, Hunter Building Phone 04-463 6644 or 04-463 6658 Email student–hardship@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/financialadvice

ScholarshipsVictoria University has a comprehensive scholarships programme.

Check the scholarships website victoria .ac .nz/scholarships for up-to-date scholarship information. The scholarships database enables you to search by subject area, level of study, or personal characteristics. The database includes all Victoria University scholarships as well a wide range of externally funded awards. Application forms and full regulations can be downloaded from our website.

Contact:

10 Kelburn Parade Email scholarships-office@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/scholarships

StudyLinkStudyLink Wellington Outreach is located at Ground Floor, Freemason House, 195-201 Willis Street, Wellington.

Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30am to 5pm and Wednesday 9:30am to 5pm.

Appointments are available to help with:

food grants

emergency dental grants

recoverable advances

accommodation supplements.

For more information phone 0800 88 99 00 or visit studylink .govt .nz

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Student Counselling Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Student Health Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Victoria Physiotherapy Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

The Chaplaincies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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[+] Talk to people

[+] Join a club

[+] Keep fit body and mind

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Recreation ServicesRecreation Services have a great range of facilities and services available for students throughout their studies.

It is our goal to provide a variety of sport, recreation, health, and fitness opportunities that will assist students in keeping healthy and happy while they achieve at VUW.

Our facilities include the Kelburn Recreation Centre, Boyd-Wilson Field and Arena, Pipitea Fitness, and the Karori recreation areas.

Kelburn Recreation CentreMonday–Thursday Friday Saturday & Sunday6am–10.30pm 6am–8pm 9am–6pm

Contact us: Phone 04-463 6614 Email rec-cent@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/reccentre

Pipitea FitnessMonday-Thursday Friday Saturday & Sunday7am-7pm 7am-6pm closed

Contact us: Phone 04-463 6994

Fitness studio and group exercise– We have something for everyone!We believe a healthy body drives a healthy mind, and we encourage all students to take personal responsibility for looking after their general health and well-being. Our recreation staff can assist you in many ways.

Our fitness facilities include a comprehensive range of weight machines, cardio equipment and training gear. We have an experienced and professional team who provide all the programmes and support you will need. We also provide essential self development and education opportunities through seminars and workshops on topics including nutrition, weight loss, introduction to weights and core training.

Our Group Exercise programme and partnership with Radical Fitness ensures we have something for everyone from Pilates and Yoga to FightDo and MegaDanz. Our energetic instructors will help you boost your fitness and motivation levels in a positive environment.

Our membership options are extremely affordable for students. Sign up today!

Sports leagues & activity programmes Make sure you have plenty of fun while you are here at Vic. You can participate in our sports leagues or activities on offer throughout the year. Make new friends, develop your skills and experience more of Wellington and New Zealand.

If you are looking for social sport, look no further! We deliver a mix of sports leagues and competitions including football, netball, touch, volleyball and basketball.

In our Activities Programmes there is something for everyone to try, whether you are into action and adventure, body and mind, dance, or sport. Check out the latest programme and get involved!

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Casual play—freedom with your friendsRecreation Services manages spaces that are available for Vic students to use. You can access the new artificially-surfaced Boyd-Wilson field, rehearse in our dance room, play table tennis or shoot hoops on the basketball court. Check the bookings schedule at the Rec Centre for availability.

Clubs—a great way to meet new peopleVictoria University has over 100 clubs operating on campus including sports, cultural, religious, political, humanitarian, social, performing arts, educational and faculty based societies (rep groups).

Being involved in a club is a quick way to meet new people with a common interest; it provides many leadership and development opportunities; and it’s a fun, healthy chance to try new experiences.

Come to Clubs Week, 5, 6, and 7 March, 11am–2pm in the Hub.

For more information on clubs please contact victoriaclubs@vuw.ac.nz

High performance sport support at VictoriaVictoria University is committed to helping high performing athletes achieve, both academically and in the sporting arena.

As a member of the High Performance NZ Athlete Friendly Tertiary Network, we have support networks in place to help carded athletes reach their goals. Other athletes who want to succeed in sport can also get assistance.

For more information and where to find us, contact Karl Whalen (karl.whalen@vuw.ac.nz), or visit victoria .ac .nz/reccentre

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The Student Counselling Service provides confidential counselling for all Victoria students to assist and support them with their academic & personal achievements.

Quick question appointments are also available where you can meet on the day with the duty counsellor. Ask about personal and academic issues such as extensions, late withdrawals or academic progress.

Phone 04-463 5310 or email counselling–service@vuw.ac.nz

Group programmesTo enrol for these classes, contact the Student Counselling Service, Mauri Ora, Level 1, Student Union Building, phone 04-463 5310 or email counselling-service@vuw.ac.nz. For ‘Sleep-the basics’ and ‘Managing anxiety’ see page 32 and 33.

Weekly meditation classMeditation helps people meet life’s challenges with ease and clarity. Experience the benefits meditation can bring. A range of meditations will be practised with time for questions and answers. These classes are suitable for everyone.

Venue: Yoga Room, Recreation Centre Facilitator: George Packard

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 6 Wednesdays from 6 March 12 noon–1pm 4 Wednesdays from 22 May 12 noon–1pmTrimester 2 6 Wednesdays from 17 July 12 noon–1pm 7 Wednesdays from 11 September 12 noon–1pm

*Enrol at Kelburn Recreation Centre, phone 04-463 6614

Presenting confidently If you are nervous of speaking in social situations, tutorials or assessment presentations, this group will discuss those fears and help you build strategies and skills to face them confidently. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.

Venue: SU219 (Trim 1), SU218 (Trim 2) Facilitator: Glenda Watson

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 4 Tuesdays from 12 March 2–4pmTrimester 2 4 Tuesdays from 23 July 11am–1pm

De-stress and increase your focus Grounding, Being Present

Breathing: the natural cure to stress

Learn to relax

These 3 classes teach effective techniques to promote clear thinking, clarity of concentration and focus whilst remaining in a state of active relaxation under the pressure of academic life. The techniques taught help people manage intense feelings and promote their confidence. Come to one class or all three.

Venue: SU218 Facilitator: George Packard

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 3 Wednesdays from 27 March 10–11amTrimester 2 3 Wednesdays from 7 August 10–11am

Handling the pressureThese classes will help you perform under pressure, develop strategies to manage presentations, deadlines, and exams, and learn ways to achieve the results you want. Come to one class or all three.

Venue: SU218 Facilitator: George Packard

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 3 Wednesdays from 22 May 10–11amTrimester 2 2 Wednesdays from 2 October 10–11am

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Building confidence for the year ahead Learn effective communication skills, so you can feel confident getting your point across in academic and social settings. Learn to say what you want to say so that others will listen to you, set boundaries, persist with goals, listen to others, and feel good about yourself. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.

Venue: SU219 (Trim 1), SU218 (Trim 2) Facilitator: Glenda Watson

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 4 Tuesdays from 12 March 11am–1pmTrimester 2 4 Tuesdays from 23 July 2–4pm

Just get it done–stop procrastinating If you fall into the trap of leaving things too late, or strive too hard for perfection, this workshop will provide you with practical ways to get the job done. Come and try new approaches to familiar situations. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.

Venue: SU218 Facilitator: Glenda Watson

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 3 Tuesdays 7, 14 & 28 May 11am–1pm Trimester 2 3 Tuesdays from 17 September 2–4pm

Quit being stressed Student life can present challenges–juggling assignments, tests, exams, financial and work pressures, relationships and living arrangements. Learn to manage stresses, be more resourceful and find ways to maintain a realistic, positive attitude. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.

Venue: SU218 Facilitator: Glenda Watson

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 3 Tuesdays 7, 14 & 28 May 2–4pm Trimester 2 3 Tuesdays from 17 September 11–1pm

Nourish your brain and improve academic performanceWhat you eat (or don’t eat) can make a significant difference to your concentration, focus and memory. Learn why these factors are important and how to put them in place easily and cheaply. Includes suggestions for what to eat at exam time and foods that can help you relax/sleep when the pressure is on. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.

Venue: Note venue below Facilitator: Tania Coombs

Day Venue Date TimeTrimester 1 4 Thu SU218 from 21 March 2–4pm 4 Thu SU219 from 16 May 11am–1pm

Reducing sugar—a gentle approach Has your sweet tooth got out of control? This course teaches you how to reduce your sugar intake; why sugar is addictive; the role of sugar in chronic disease; how sugar affects sleep, mental health and your ability to learn; and what you need to know about artificial sweeteners. If you have diabetes, are pre-diabetic, have weight issues or just want to feel better and save money, come along. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.

Venue: SU218 Facilitator: Tania Coombs

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 4 Thursdays from 16 May 2–4pm

Bodysense–eating solutions for women A course for women. You will learn about: body-focused nutrition–what your body needs and why; why dieting and restrictions cause many eating dilemmas; how to break the ‘lose and gain’ cycle; the secrets of appetite control; how to address stress/comfort eating, and how food can improve your academic performance, energy and mood. Participants are expected to attend all sessions.

Venue: SU219 Facilitator: Tania Coombs

Day Date TimeTrimester 2 6 Thursdays from 18 July 10am–12 noon 6 Thursdays from 12 September 2–4pm

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Sleep—the basics A single session group integrating the science behind sleep and outlining proven strategies to improve your sleep and reduce the adverse impact of sleeping difficulties. Referrals to the group can be made through a Mauri Ora (Vic Uni) Counsellor, GP or Nurse, phone 04-463 5310

Venue: Group Room, Level 1 Student Union Building

Facilitators: Kelly Atherton, John Barclay and John Gregson

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 Tuesday 19 March, 9 April 12 noon–2pm 7 May, 28 May Trimester 2 Tuesday 30 July, 13 August 12 noon–2pm 17 Sept, 8 Oct

Managing anxiety It’s normal to feel anxious from time to time, but anxiety can become an ongoing problem which impacts negatively on your life. In this 2-session group, the focus is on learning about anxiety and how to reduce and manage it, using simple and effecive strategies. Referrals to the group can be made through a Mauri Ora (Vic Uni) Counsellor, GP or Nurse, phone 04-463 5310.

Venue: Group Room, Level 1 Student Union Building

Facilitators: Rachel Turner and Joanna Tennant

Day Date TimeTrimester 1 2 Wednesdays 15 & 22 May 12 noon–1.30pmTrimester 2 2 Wednesdays 14 & 21 August 12 noon–1.30pm

Mindspace This weekly forum is for people sharing an understanding of what it is like to love someone who is mentally unwell. It is a student-initiated peer support group of people who understand what you’re dealing with. At weekly meetings you will gain peer support, understanding, some strategies and education about mental illness, hear guest speakers discuss how to enhance your own wellbeing, listen to what works for others and share your own story if you wish, all within an anonymous and respectful setting.

The group is not designed for mental illness sufferers–for this help please go to Student Health and Counselling Services, where you’ll find caring professionals who can help you.

If you have any questions about Mindspace please email rachel.turner@vuw.ac.nz

Venue: SU219 Facilitators: Rachel Turner and Bronte Jefferies

Day TimeTrimester 1 Wednesday (excluding breaks and exam weeks) 1–2pm Trimester 2 Wednesday (excluding breaks and exam weeks) 1–2pm

Other resourceMend a Friend‘Mend a Friend’ is a place where you can get useful information about how to help a friend in distress and also ideas about what to do for yourself.

Website mend-a-friend .com

[+] Eat well

[+] Work Hard

[+] Relax

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Student Health Service Te Ratonga Hauora Tauira—provides quality healthcare for you while you are a student at Vic.

The Student Health Service (SHS) is staffed by fully qualified, experienced doctors and nurses. Our central clinic is located on the Kelburn campus, with a satellite clinic operating five days per week at Pipitea campus. The SHS offers all the services you would expect from a regular medical centre, including:

Preventative care—such as blood pressure checks and cholesterol testing, cervical screening, skin and mole checks, health education, advice regarding sexual and reproductive health, travel health (including the administration of the most commonly-required vaccinations), immigration, and diving medicals. The seasonal influenza vaccine is available from March and we recommend this especially for students who have ongoing health conditions or who live in shared accommodation.

Illness and injury care—assessment, diagnosis, treatment, advice, and when necessary referral to medical specialists for injuries, infections and acute illness. We also have a dedicated Student Health Plus nurse who sees students with ongoing health conditions such as diabetes, asthma, depression, and anxiety.

Contraception and sexual health—sexual health checks, contraception including the emergency contraceptive pill, pregnancy tests, and related health advice. The HPV vaccine, to help prevent cervical cancer, is available. The vaccine is free for young female New Zealand residents, as long as they have their first vaccine before their 20th birthday. For other students there is a charge.

Other services—smoking cessation, liquid nitrogen, minor surgery, nutritional advice, hearing tests, lung function, and electrocardiograms (ECGs).

Specialist appointments with a dermatologist (skin specialist), endocrinologist (to see students who have Type I Diabetes), dietitian, or psychiatrist are available at our main clinic on the Kelburn Campus, via referral from our doctors.

We are a Very Low Cost Access practice and you have the option of enrolling with Capital PHO through Student Health, which reduces the cost of your health care.

For more information, come and see us or visit our website victoria .ac .nz/studenthealth

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Kelburn: Mauri Ora (Student Health, Counselling, and Physiotherapy) on Level 1 of the Student Union Building.

Pipitea: Level 2, West Wing, Railway Station.

great student rates

highly qualified and experienced Physiotherapists

physio students on clinical placement from the University of Otago School of Physiotherapy.

There are two chaplaincies at Victoria, located at 4 and 8 Kelburn Parade. While these are faith-based communities, they welcome students of all faiths and none. The chaplaincies share an extension office on the Pipitea Campus, next to the railway station ticket office at RWWG05.

As well as offering hospitality to all, the chaplaincies offer a wide variety of programmes for students. Check out our website for more details victoria .ac .nz/chaplains

KohangaThe Catholic Tertiary Chaplaincy normally operates from 4 Kelburn Parade, known as Kohanga, our house of hospitality. You’ll find more details on the web site victoria .ac .nz/chaplains/kohanga and through the “Kohanga” group on Facebook. Email us at catholic@vuw.ac.nz to make appointments.

Ramsey House: 8 Kelburn ParadeGreat coffee and food are available every day at Bec’s Café located at Ramsey House. The Ramsey House lounge is open all day for anyone to study, relax, or meet friends. The Baines Wylie Library is open for studying or for browsing/borrowing our theological books, and the Chapel of the Transfiguration is available for quiet reflection and prayer.

Weekly events include:

Newswatch every Monday night at 5:30pm. This is a weekly conversational English programme for international students. It’s a great chance for international students to practise English, learn Kiwi culture and meet Kiwi students.

Worship and Word: A refreshing worship service for the curious, the cynical or the convinced every Tuesday night beginning with a meal at 5:30pm.

Midday Prayer: An Anglican prayer book service at noon on Wednesdays.

Prayer Breakfast: Waffles and prayer every Thursday morning at 8am.

Also based at Ramsey House is Human FM, a low-power FM station for students and staff broadcast at 88.1FM and at humanfm .co .nz Human FM is always on the lookout for contributors, presenters and techies, so if you’re interested, email the station manager, Nat, at humanfmcontact@gmail.com. Check out the Human FM events Blah, Blah, Blah (open mic night) and Do Something! (social justice issues) that occur throughout the year.

If you would like to meet with one of the chaplains you can call 04-463 5499, email mark.a.johnson@vuw.ac.nz, john.dennison@vuw.ac.nz, or karel.vanhelden@vuw.ac.nz, or simply pop in.

The Chaplaincies Te Puna Karaiti

Victoria Physiotherapy ClinicFor more information check out our website victoria .ac .nz/physio or join us on Facebook facebook .com/VictoriaPhysiotherapyClinic

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Get involved Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Information for Māori students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Vic Careers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Victoria Leadership Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

VUWSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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Disability ServicesWe are committed to eliminating barriers for students with temporary or ongoing impairments.

We provide individual coaching, liaison with academic staff, adaptive technology and training, sign language interpreting, note taking assistance, mobility parking, ergonomic furniture and quiet places to rest and study.

Robert Stout, Level 1 (Ground Floor) Phone 04-463 6070 Email disability@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/disability

Looking for volunteer or paid work that makes a difference? Disability Services has a network of over 150 Vic Volunteers and 30 Academic Support Workers. They provide assistance for students with impairments to ensure they have equal access to education. You can earn VicPlus Award points in these roles.

Vic VolunteersThe well established Vic Volunteers programme consists of: Note Takers who provide copies of their notes for students who can’t take their own; Team Leaders who lead and develop Note Takers; and Walkers and Van Drivers who assist students with mobility impairments to get around our hilly campus. You can apply for the position of Van Driver throughout the year, Note Taker at the start of each trimester and Team Leader in October.

To find out more contact: Vic Volunteer Coordinator, Disability Services Phone 04-463 5233 x8550 Email vicvols@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/disability/getinvolved/vicvol.aspx

Academic Support WorkersPaid Academic Support Workers are recruited at the start of each year and provide a high level of assistance to students with impairments by providing a variety of comprehensive note taking services. Apply for Academic Support Workers positions through Career Hub or by contacting Disability Services reception in December.

Contact: Support Staff Coordinator, Disability Services Phone 04-463 6079

Disability Services workshops and eventsDisability Services hosts regular events and workshops throughout the academic year. These include Disability and Inclusion workshops. Updates will be posted on the Disability Services website victoria .ac .nz/disability

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Kaitakawaenga Māori (Māori Liaison Officer)

The Kaitakawaenga Māori is a key position for assisting first-year Māori students with course/degree planning, enrolment advice, referrals to student services and providing scholarship information and advice. Contact Student Recruitment and Course Advice, phone 04-463 5374, Level 1, Hunter Building.

Kaiakiaki (Māori Support Coordinator)

Unsure who to ask or where to find out what is available to you? The Kaiakiaki Māori provides Māori students with information and advice about the various student services, referrals on to other services (if required), assistance on scholarships and advocacy for Māori students.

Find the Kaiakiaki at 14 Kelburn Parade, Back Courtyard, Room 109C; phone 04-463 5304; email te–putahi–atawhai@vuw.ac.nz

Te Pūtahi Atawhai Mentoring Programme (Māori and Pacific Students’ Mentoring)–Focusing on academic acheivement

Te Pūtahi Atawhai can help you make the transition to university a successful one. This mentoring programme is available to all Māori and Pacific students enrolled in any 100, 200 and 300 level course in the Faculty of Commerce, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, Faculty of Education and the School of Music. Use the computer suite and study room, and learn about the links to other Māori and Pacific networks in the University. Become part of the Te Pūtahi Atawhai family. Meet other students, share ideas and make friends or become a mentor yourself.

Contact this service at 14 Kelburn Parade, Back Courtyard, Room 109 Phone 04-463 6974 Email te–putahi–atawhai@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/tpa

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Te Herenga Waka Established in 1980, Te Herenga Waka is one of the University’s community-based marae. It is used as a teaching facility and the Māori space on campus. Lunch is available four days a week during the academic year.

Te Herenga Waka offers study space, a computer room, and somewhere for Māori students to hang out. Many students take part in welcoming and farewelling manuhiri at the marae. As a Māori student, this marae belongs to you, and you are welcome here.

Whānau House

Close to the Kelburn campus, the University has Whānau House which offers accommodation in a supportive environment to Māori students at Victoria. For more information check out the Accommodation Services website victoria .ac .nz/accommodation

Contact Kathy Samuel Phone 04-463 5282 Email kathy.samuel@vuw.ac.nz.

Marae Staff and Contacts

Taurima: Te Ripowai Higgins, Tuhoe Phone 04-463 5473 Email teripowai.higgins@vuw.ac.nz

Kaiarahi: Kathy Samuel, Ngāti Raukawa

Ako Pai Marae (Karori)

The marae at the Karori campus is called ‘Ako Pai’ which means ‘good teaching and learning’. Contact the Taurima for the Ako Pai Marae on 04-463 9553.

Other Māori student supportStudent Learning Support Service

A Māori Learning Adviser is available at SLSS who can assist students with their studies. The Adviser provides one-on-one sessions and needs–based workshops throughout the year, targeted to all Maori students. For an appointment or information, please call SLSS on 04-463 5999, and ask to book with the Māori Learning Adviser.

Te Rōpū Āwhina (Faculties of Science and Architecture & Design)

Refer to page 20 for more information.

Ngāi Tauira (Māori Students Association)

Ngāi Tauira is Victoria University’s Māori students’ association. It provides services to all Māori students on campus, catering to their specific educational, cultural, political and social needs. Some of the services it provides are:

Liaison and Advice: Advocacy, health/welfare services (WINZ, enrolments, grievance referrals), finances/budgeting, Iwi networks/community networks.

Scholarships/Grants Information: Manaaki Tauira, Ngai Tauira scholarships, Iwi trust boards.

Resources: Computers, printers, photocopier, study space, microwave, foodbank/kai.

Contact: Meeting Room 2, Level 3, Student Union Building Phone 04-463 6978 Mobile 027-563 6978 Email ngaitauira@vuw.ac.nz Website: ngaitauira.org.nz

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Sign up to CareerHub (careerhub .victoria .ac .nz ) so you can access the free workshops and seminars from Vic Careers. CareerHub is an online tool for Victoria students for job search, booking careers workshops and appointments with Careers Consultants, CV/Resume Builder, the ePortfolio, and many other resources. Keep up to date with all events, workshops and career activities by checking Victoria CareerHub frequently. These workshops include applying for jobs, techniques for job interviews and understanding selection tests.

ARE YOU WELL PREPARED FOR THE JOB MARKET?

Use the ‘Resume/CV Builder’ tool on CareerHub to get you started.

The following workshops are “musts” for the serious job hunter!

CV preparation—Practical and critical advice on how to prepare your CV.

CV review—Bring your draft CV and review techniques learned in CV Preparation to give your CV some “reality testing”. Gain constructive feedback on how effective your own CV is.

CV preparation for international students—Similar to the CV Preparation workshop with a special emphasis on strategies for minimising the difficulties encountered when English is your second language and you wish to apply for jobs in NZ. You must bring your draft CV to the workshop.

ePortfolio—Learn how to use this interactive tool for recording your skills, interests and achievements over the course of your study. A great base from which to build your CV and prepare yourself for interviews!

Interview skills—Covers common interview questions and what employers look for. Learn how to make the most of a job interview and avoid common pitfalls.

Navigating CareerHub and the Vic Careers website—Hands on, practical help in searching Victoria CareerHub and the Vic Careers website—how to make the best use of these resources!

Networking skills—Learn how to take the “work” out of networking: what it is, what it isn’t, why you need it.

Preparing for psychometric tests/assessment centres—Covers the purpose of the assessments, the process and the different assessment tools you are likely to face.

Researching employers—Key strategies for winning that job! Make your job application stand out and win that interview by discovering key aspects of the organisation.

Victoria Plus ePortfolio—Victoria Plus tips and advice. “Hands-on” workshops to help you get started on your ePortfolio.

myVictoria/Careers&Jobs gives you quick access to the latest jobs, news and available appointments. You can also link to CareerHub from here.

Graduate recruitment: A number of organisations recruit final year students for graduate positions to commence the following year. Check Victoria CareerHub under ‘Job Search’ for the Graduate Recruitment Schedule and under ‘Events’ for Employer Presentations.

Victoria Plus Award: Give yourself “the edge” by developing leadership and employability skills. See page 42.

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Careers Expos for 2013: Commerce and Law Careers Expo at Pipitea Campus, Rutherford House.

Trimester 1 Day Date Time Thursday 14 March 11am–2pm

Will you be looking for a graduate position to start in 2014? Applying for a summer internship over the 2013/2014 summer? Come to the Careers Expo for Commerce and Law Students and meet with a wide range of employers from both the private and public sector.

Humanities and Social Sciences Careers Expo at Kelburn Campus, Alan MacDiarmid building.Trimester 1 Day Date Time Thursday 16 May 11am–2pm

For students of Humanities and Social Sciences and all levels of study. Meet with representatives from a wide range of organisations to discuss possible career opportunities.

ICT Careers Expo at Kelburn Campus, Alan MacDiarmid building.Trimester 1 Day Date Time Friday 17 May 12 noon–2pm

Studying ICT-related subjects? Computer Science, Engineering, eCommerce, Infomation Systems, Information Technology? Talk and meet with ICT employers in person.

Science Careers Expo at Kelburn Campus, Alan MacDiarmid building

Trimester 2 Day Date Time Thursday 8 August 11am–2pm

For science students of ALL levels. Meet with representatives from organisations to discuss career opportunities.

Executive Careers Expo at Pipitea Campus, Rutherford House.

Trimester 2 Day Date Time Thursday 12 September 5.30–7.30pm

For students of the Victoria Business School’s Masters and Diploma programmes, and mid-career executive alumni with five or more years of work experience. Come to network with employers and executive recruitment firms, and hear a panel discussion of high-profile executives from the business and government sectors.

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At Victoria we encourage you to develop a broad range of skills and participate in experiences which will complement your degree(s) and help you in your future, however you view success.

There are two leadership development programmes for those interested in global leadership or in making a more local contribution to our University and the Wellington community.

Victoria Plus AwardVictoria Plus is an award given when you graduate, recognising your significant extra-curricular contribution to service and leadership development opportunities. Get involved and gain recognition for volunteering, student support work, working on the executive of a club or society, or community service. This three-part award programme is your opportunity to develop social responsibility, leadership and employability skills.

Activities—Participate in a range of approved volunteer and student support roles and gain a minimum of 300 points over 2 years. Check the website for a full list (i.e. PASS Leader, Campus Coach, Exec position in a club, student mentor, volunteer in the community).

Professional & personal development—Attend a minimum of 6 approved workshops.

Portfolio & reflection—Complete your ePortfolio on CareerHub. Record and reflect on your experiences and submit the portfolio for the Award.

For more information on Victoria’s service and leadership award, visit victoria .ac .nz/victoriaplus, or contact victoriaplus@vuw.ac.nz.

VILPVictoria International Leadership Programme (VILP) is an academically-orientated, extra-curricular certificate programme, structured around the themes of global leadership, cross-cultural communication, global connectedness and sustainability.

Over the course of your degree(s) it will enhance your leadership skills, international knowledge and intercultural awareness.

Seminars—Complete between 3–4 compulsory and 8–9 elective seminars.

Speakers—Attend five during the programme.

Experiential activities—Participate in international activities (i.e. international student exchange; mentor for a local immigrant group; membership with the United Nations Youth Association of New Zealand).

For more information on Victoria’s International Leadership Development programme, visit victoria .ac .nz/vilp

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VUWSAYour students’ associationIf you’re new to Victoria, you’re probably wondering what a Students’ Association is. The following information gives you a brief overview of what the Victoria University of Wellington Students’ Association (VUWSA) does, and you’ll see the important role VUWSA plays at Victoria.

Join the student community When you enrol at Victoria you will have the option of joining VUWSA–your Students’ Association, one of the biggest and oldest student communities in New Zealand. VUWSA is FREE to join and is your passport to lots of fantastic member benefits, student services and events. VUWSA also represents you (the student voice) by sitting on the many University committees and boards, which means we play a critical role in getting your opinions heard. Join now and support the student community at Victoria. You can become a member any time by visiting our website vuwsa .org .nz and clicking the ‘Join Now’ link.

Student led VUWSA’s Student Executive consists of ten elected students who work to represent all Victoria students on the many committees and boards within the University. The Executive are also responsible for the strategic direction and governance of VUWSA. We are students working for students.

Making things better Because we’re student led, your ideas shape everything we do. We’re here to help you make things better at VUWSA, Victoria, and even Wellington–so if you’ve got a suggestion please let us know.

Getting your voice heard VUWSA’s Student Executive, together with over 1400 Class Reps and Faculty Delegates, works hard to make sure your voice and opinion are heard at every level at Victoria. We are committed to ensuring you have a fantastic student experience.

Here to help VUWSA offer a professional, confidential and independent student support and advocacy service, so if you have any problems (academic or personal) let us know. We also offer many welfare services that provide you with a helping hand.

Get amongst it Your time at Victoria isn’t just about passing courses and gaining degrees; it’s also about having fun, meeting new people, and having new experiences. Make sure you follow us on Facebook (facebook .com/vuwsa), Twitter (@VUWSA) and keep checking our website (vuwsa .org .nz) for details about events and other ways you can get amongst it!

VUWSA Advocacy Support & Advice VUWSA provides free confidential and independent support for all students. You may require help on academic issues, StudyLink, WINZ, accommodation, disability, hardship, and other related areas that may affect your student experience. They are here for you; contact them anytime.

VUWSA Advocacy Support Team Phone 04-463 6984 Email advocate@vuwsa.org.nz Website www.vuwsa.org.nz

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Accommodation Kelburn 42 Kelburn Parade, upstairs Phone 04-463 5896 Email accommodation@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/accommodation

Student Counselling Service Kelburn Level 1 Student Union Building Karori Level 3, Gray Block, Donald St Pipitea Level 2, Railway West Wing Te Aro Ground Floor, 139 Vivian St Phone 04-463 5310 Email counselling-service@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/counselling

Crèches Kelburn 71 Fairlie Terrace Phone 04-463 5151 Email childcare@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/creche

Disability Services Kelburn Level 1 (ground floor) Robert Stout Building Pipitea Level 2, Railway West Wing Karori Karori Connect, WJ Scott Library Phone 04-463 6070 Email disability@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/disability

Financial Support & Advice Kelburn Level 1, Hunter Building Pipitea Level 2, Railway West Wing Te Aro Ground Floor, 139 Vivian St Phone 04-463 6644 Email student-hardship@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/financialadvice

Library Central Library Phone 04-463 5249, Email Library@vuw.ac.nz

Architecture and Design Library Phone 04-463 6241 Email Library-Architecture@vuw.ac.nz

Commerce Library Phone 04-463 7495 Email Library-Commerce@vuw.ac.nz

Law Library Phone 04-463 6372 Email Library-Law@vuw.ac.nz

W.J. Scott Education Library Phone 04-463 9508 Email Library-WJScott@vuw.ac.nz

Libraries can be called at any time during opening hours

Student Health Service Kelburn Level 1, Student Union Building Pipitea Level 2, Railway West Wing Te Aro Ground Floor, 139 Vivian St Karori Level 3, Gray Block, Donald St Phone 04-463 5308 Email student-health@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/studenthealth

Student Interest and Dispute Advisor Kelburn Room 104, Robert Stout Building Phone 04-463 5023 Email yvonne.oldfield@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/disputes-advice

Student Learning Support Service Kelburn Hunter Courtyard Level 0, Kirk Building Pipitea Level 2, Railway West Wing Phone 04-463 5999 Email student-learning@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/slss

Support at a GlanceTe Pūtahi Atawhai Kelburn 14 Kelburn Parade Phone 04-463 6974 Email te-putahi-atawhai@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/tpa

Vic Careers Kelburn 14 Kelburn Parade Phone 04-463 5393 Email careers-service@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/careers

Victoria International Student Support Kelburn Level 2, Easterfield Building Phone 04-463 5350 Email vi-support@vuw.ac.nz Website victoria.ac.nz/international

VUWSA Advocacy Support Team Phone 04-463 6984 Email advocate@vuwsa.org.nz Website www.vuwsa.org.nz

References:

Crème, P. & Lea, M. R. (1997). Writing at university: A guide for students. Buckingham, UK: Open University Press.

Race, P (2003) How to study: Practical tips for students. Oxford, UK: Blackwell.

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matters covered in this publication are subject to a continuous process of review and to unanticipated circumstances. The University therefore reserves the right to make any changes without notice. So far as the law permits, the University accepts no responsibility for any loss suffered by

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Student Learning Support ServicePhone 04-463 5999Email student-learning@vuw.ac.nzWebsite www.victoria.ac.nz/slss

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