Parkville Student News: Edition 3, 2009

Contents

• 2009 student diary: student feedback
• Campus connect
• Changes to special consideration
• Disability Liaison Unit
• First year study drop-in centre
• Hospital student placements
• Important dates in semester 1, 2009
• New MPSA website
• Open day student ambassador program
• Pharmacy horizons: career options for pharmacists
• Social sport reaching new heights at the Parkville campus

• Parkville Student News Edition 1, 2009
• Parkville Student News Edition 2, 2009

Open day student ambassador program

Would you like to share your university experience with future students? Why not become an Open Day Ambassador. Open Day, Saturday 1 August, provides prospective students of all ages with information about courses careers and university. Open Day Student Ambassadors are chosen to represent Monash University and provide assistance to visitors on Open Day.

Students receive a number of benefits such as gift vouchers, a certificate of appreciation and Monash clothing.

Applications are now open.

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Disability Liaison Unit

The Disability Liaison Unit (DLU) provides a range of services and facilities to assist students who have a disability or a long-term medical condition. These include notetakers, library assistance, provision of material in alternative formats, and alternative arrangements for assessment.

A Disability Liaison Officer is available for student appointments at the Parkville campus on Fridays (fortnightly), or at other times by appointment.  To make an appointment either email the DLU or phone 9905 5704.

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2009 student diary: student feedback

The university would like to get feedback from students on the 2009 student diary. A student focus group will be held on the Parkville campus on Thursday 7 May. Come along and share your opinion on the student diary and enjoy a free lunch.

• Date: Thursday 7 May
• Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
• Venue: Cossar Hall Room 1

Register online

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Changes to special consideration

There have been a number of changes to the university's special consideration policies and procedures. In summary:

• There are now two types of applications and forms: in-semester and end-of-semester.
• Pre-approval of deferred end-of-semester exams is now available.
• Students cannot apply for special consideration if they sit/complete the final exam.
• If a student commences the final exam but is too ill to complete, they need to complete an examination cancellation request form and then submit an end-of-semester special consideration application form to apply for a deferred exam.

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Campus connect

Campus Connect is a regular series of free, fun social activities held on campus on Thursday afternoons during semester. Upcoming events for this semester are:

• Thursday 30 April: Salsa dance class
• Thursday 14 May: Games and pizza

Everyone welcome!

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First year study drop-in centre

Run for one hour each week, the first year drop-in study centre is a one-stop-shop for first year pharmacy and pharmaceutical science students to go for study assistance of any kind. Come along and work in groups with other students on topics you are finding challenging. A tutor, mentor and learning skills advisor will be on hand to provide assistance.

• Time: Every Thursday until week 11, 12pm - 1pm
• Venue: CL Butchers Library, in the front section to the right of the entrance

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Important dates

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Social sport reaching new heights at the Parkville campus

The response from students to the new 3 on 3 basketball has been significantly more than originally hoped for, with students lining up to play in the competition. Over 30 participants have entered the competition which is held on the new multipurpose court. A state basketball player has been recruited through this competition by Nicole Schmidt (Sports Programs Project Officer) to try out for the Australian University Games in September.

Social sport is a great way to keep fit and have fun and is a great way to break up your day while at university. Many teams go on to compete at the Monash Games.The Monash Games present an opportunity for staff and students across all Victorian campuses of the university to play and compete in their chosen sport in a fun and friendly environment. This year the competition is being held over 16 and 17 July.

Visit  sporting competitions at Monash  for full details.

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Hospital student placements

There are over 50 Hospital Student Placement positions available in metropolitan and rural hospitals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students. Positions occur in 3-6 week blocks both before and after Christmas. There is no need to contact individual hospitals; SHPA manages a centralised application process. You can download an application form  to apply.  Applications close Monday 18 May 2009. Hospitals will contact you regarding interviews. First round interviews will be held 1 - 12 June 2009.

• Students who receive an interview are required to:
• Take an updated CV or resume
• Find out about the pharmacy department they are being interviewed for
• Think about the questions you may be asked
• Be enthusiastic and interested
• Dress professionally
• Be on time!

You might like to utilise Monash Employment and Career Development’s  services.

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Pharmacy horizons: career options for pharmacists

The PSA is proud to host a Pharmacist’s careers forum on Wednesday 20 May 2009. This event will explore all aspects of the pharmacy profession and expose young pharmacists and students to experts in the field. Download the information and registration form.

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New MPSA website

The Monash Parkville Student Association (MPSA) has a new website, email and phone number (9903 9132  ext: 39132). 

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