PASS
Get help from fellow students who have succeeded in your course with our Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS).
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Support
Whether you're a new student who needs help getting started, or in your third year and need study advice, there are a variety of services to help make all aspects of your time with us hassle free and enjoyable.
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UNSA
UNSA is the organisation that supports and represents students at the University of Newcastle. UNSA is a not-for-profit organisation whose purpose is to positively impact student experience in matters related to educational experiences, welfare and well-being by providing a range of activities, extra-curricular events, and out-of-class engagement opportunities.
The ALLY Network
The ALLY Network aims to create a more inclusive culture at the University by promoting greater visibility and awareness of those who are diverse in their sex characteristic, gender and/or sexuality.
Workshops and events
Event • 11 Aug 2022 from 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Meeting as Strangers, Leaving as Friends - Building Healthy Social Networks
Deep dive into the topic of Loneliness. Understand why some people can feel lonely in the middle of a group of friends and discuss the finer points making friends as an adult.
Event • 7 Oct 2022 from 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Creative Self Care
Creativity is one of the most important characteristics of being human and studies suggest it is a key ingredient to increasing our overall well-being. Come dance, draw and practice mindfulness techniques and more in a fun and supportive environment. Everyone welcome!
Event • 13 Oct 2022 from 12:00pm - 12:40pm
Make Stress Your Friend
Learn how to work with your stress to focus and achieve goals. It can be applied to everyday living and you don’t even have to meditate or even make time for it. We will teach you how to use this skill anywhere, anytime.
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