Orientation
International O-Week Schedule, Semester 1, 2018
Orientation (known as “O-Week”) is your first week at UON before classes start. It includes information sessions that will give you practical information about living and studying at the university, as well as a range of social activities and off campus outings to help you get to know the area and make new friends with other international and domestic students.
Time | Activity | Location |
Monday 19thFebruary | ||
9:30 – 10:30am | Welcome Session Enjoy a civic welcome from community officials in Newcastle, hear about employability opportunities, iLEAD Plus the University's leadership program, listen to current student experiences and more! | HD01 (Griffith Duncan Theatre) Hunter Building |
10:30 – 11:30am | International Student Success and Visa Compliance Workshop Find out tips to help you succeed at University and how to remain compliant with your student visa | HB13 Hunter Building Callaghan Campus |
| 10:30 - 11:30am | Study Abroad and Exchange Information Session Specialised information for students that are only study at UoN for 1 or 2 semesters and then returning back to their home university. This will include information from the University of Newcastle Exchange Student Network (UNESN) about what to see and do in Newy as well as their schedule for the semester. | HD01 (Griffith Duncan Theatre) Hunter Building |
| 11:15 - 12:00 noon | Study Abroad and Exchange Campus tours If you haven't already meandered around campus, some of our volunteers will be ready on hand to give you a guided tour! | Departs HD01 (Griffith Duncan Theatre) |
11:30 - 12:00 noon | Meet your Student Association Meet your student association and hear local tips on Newcastle from current students | Callaghan Campus |
12:00 – onwards | BBQ Lunch | Hunter Courtyard |
Tuesday 20th February | ||
9:30 – 12:30pm | Orientation to Australian Wildlife at Blackbutt Nature Reserve with UNESN. REGISTRATION REQUIRED – LIMITED PLACES. BUY TICKETS NOW | Departs Design Bus stop |
Wednesday 21st February | ||
12:00 – 5:00pm | Student Life, Clubs and Societies Expo Attend the expo and find out what student clubs and societies are at UoN for your to join | Brennan Room, Shortland Union |
12:30 – 2:30pm | Lunch and entertainment Join us for a BBQ lunch and enjoy the free entertainment in the Auchmuty courtyard | Auchmuty Courtyard, Auchmuty courtyard |
12:00 – 3:00pm | The Forum Sports & Aquatic Centre - Tours on Demand Check out the world class facilities at The Forum right here on campus! Take a tour and learn about all your health & fitness options at UON. | The Forum Aquatic and Sports Centre, Callaghan Campus. |
2:00 – 7:00pm | Our shout | Godfrey Tanner Bar |
6:30pm - | Comedy Night | Godfrey Tanner Bar |
Thursday 22ndFebruary | ||
12:00 – 5:00pm | Student Life, Clubs and Societies Expo Attend the expo and find out what student clubs and societies are at UoN for your to join | Brennan Room, Shortland Union |
12:30 – 2:30pm | Lunch and entertainment Join us for a BBQ lunch and enjoy the free entertainment in the Auchmuty courtyard | Auchmuty Courtyard, Auchmuty courtyard |
12:00 – 3:00pm | The Forum Sports & Aquatic Centre - Tours on Demand Check out the world class facilities at The Forum right here on campus! Take a tour and learn about all your health & fitness options at UON. | The Forum Aquatic and Sports Centre, Callaghan Campus |
2:00 – 7:00pm | Our shout | Godfrey Tanner Bar |
6:00 – 8:00pm | Sports Jam - Spectate, participate, and sign yourself up! Head to The Forum to "taste test" the full range of sports UON has to offer at the Sports Jam - a 2-hour extravaganza that includes free food and some fantastic local DJs. Meet our sporting clubs, grab a bite, throw some shapes and get involved! | Oval 1 |
Friday 23rdFebruary | ||
| 10:00 - 2:00pm | Aussie Beach Session – Water Safety Nobby’s Beach Newcastle Ability level: Open to all ages and swimming abilities Join us for a great Australian tradition – a day at the beach! Hosted by the local Hunter Surf Life Saving team, this session will introduce you to important beach safety tips and includes a range of fun water activities and beach sports like Beach Volley Ball. Your ticket includes return bus transfers from Callaghan or Newspace campus, all beach equipment hire and a tasty lunch pack to enjoy a picnic by the beach. This event is proudly sponsored by Allianz OSHC Global Assistance and is limited to 40 places – so get in quick to secure your ticket REGISTRATION REQUIRED – LIMITED PLACES. BUY TICKETS NOW | Departs Design Bus stop |
| 9:00 - 11:00am and 10:30 - 12:30 am | Surfs Up – Learn to Surf Nobby’s Beach Newcastle Ability level: Open to competent swimmers Ever wanted to learn how to surf? This is your chance to learn about important surf survival skills and beach safety tips from the surf experts at Newcastle Surf School. Discover how to negotiate surf conditions, identify rips, practice surf board paddling techniques, stand up and hopefully catch the perfect wave! Your ticket includes return bus transfers from Callaghan or Newspace campus, all surf equipment and a tasty lunch pack to enjoy a picnic by the beach. This event is proudly sponsored by Allianz OSHC Global Assistance and is limited to 20 places per session – get in quick to secure your ticket REGISTRATION REQUIRED – LIMITED PLACES. BUY TICKETS NOW | Departs Design Bus stop |
Friday 2nd March | ||
| 10:00 - 2:00pm | Due to popular demand, we are running our beach excursions again! Aussie Beach Session – Water Safety Nobby’s Beach Newcastle Ability level: Open to all ages and swimming abilities Join us for a great Australian tradition – a day at the beach! Hosted by the local Hunter Surf Life Saving team, this session will introduce you to important beach safety tips and includes a range of fun water activities and beach sports like Beach Volley Ball. Your ticket includes return bus transfers from Callaghan or Newspace campus, all beach equipment hire and a tasty lunch pack to enjoy a picnic by the beach. This event is proudly sponsored by Allianz OSHC Global Assistance and is limited to 40 places – so get in quick to secure your ticket REGISTRATION REQUIRED – LIMITED PLACES. BUY TICKETS NOW | Departs Design Bus stop |
9.00am – 11.00am and; 10.30am – 12.30pm | Surfs Up – Learn to Surf Nobby’s Beach Newcastle Ability level: Open to competent swimmers Ever wanted to learn how to surf? This is your chance to learn about important surf survival skills and beach safety tips from the surf experts at Newcastle Surf School. Discover how to negotiate surf conditions, identify rips, practice surf board paddling techniques, stand up and hopefully catch the perfect wave! Your ticket includes return bus transfers from Callaghan or Newspace campus, all surf equipment and a tasty lunch pack to enjoy a picnic by the beach. This event is proudly sponsored by Allianz OSHC Global Assistance and is limited to 20 places per session – get in quick to secure your ticket REGISTRATION REQUIRED – LIMITED PLACES BUY TICKETS NOW | Departs Design Bus stop |
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