Social Change and Development
If you are an online student and live near campus you are welcome to come along to the on-campus Orientation, as well as participating in your online Orientation sessions.
Callaghan Campus Orientation
Orientation for students commencing in Semester 2 2021 will be held at the Callaghan Campus on Monday 12th July.
| Time | Session | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 12pm | Campus Tour Meet at the campus tour tent to be taken on a brief campus tour on your way to your Program Session. | Campus Tour Tent Park on the Hill |
| 12.30pm - 1.30pm | Program Information Session Meet students and academics in your degree and find out more about what you are studying at the University of Newcastle. | SRG02 |
Online Orientation Sessions
The following online sessions will help you find and navigate through the support available at the University of Newcastle and outline the importance of balance while studying.
The links below will take you to Zoom's website. If you can not make it, these sessions will be recorded and uploaded here at the beginning of Week 1.
| Online Orientation Session | Day | Time | Zoom Link |
|---|---|---|---|
IT, Online Systems and Support This session will demonstrate the key areas of the website that you will need to access as a student. You will also have a demonstration of where to ask questions online and where to find support. | Monday 12th July | 4.30pm - 5.15pm | Click here to join session |
Online Gathering and Games New to Uni? Can't make it to campus? Join our online gathering to meet new friends and play some games. | Monday 12th July | 5.30pm - 6.15pm | Link will be available from 5th July |
Introduction to Blackboard and UONline Get some tips from the pros on getting the best out of Blackboard. | Tuesday 13th July | 4.30pm - 5.15pm | Click here to join session |
Connect with Student Mentors Meet some of our fabulous student mentors, hear about how they can help you settle in and ask them your questions about starting at the University of Newcastle. | Thursday 15th July | 4.30pm - 5.15pm | Click here to join session |
Introduction to Academic Learning Support: Smart Study Start off on the right foot with some study tips from our learning gurus. | Friday 16th July | 1pm - 2pm | Click here to join session |
How to Study Maths and Stats Studying maths/stats requires a different approach to many other subjects. We talk about how to approach your studies and provide tips for success. | Friday 16th July | 11am - 11.45am | Click here to join session |
Navigating Library Systems This session will teach you how to navigate the library databases. You will learn how to find academic resources through the library online | Watch any day | At a time that suits you | Click here to view session |
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.