Clayton Arts Orientation program
Introduction (compulsory event)
Wednesday 25 February 2009
9.00 am - 3.30 pm
Morning
At 9.30 am you will be welcomed to Monash University by the Vice Chancellor and the Faculty of Arts Associate Dean (Education). Members of the Society of Arts Students (SAS) will also provide you with information about how to get involved in the Society and the range of social activities SAS runs throughout the year.
At 11.30 am you will be taken by an Arts guide to a lecture theatre where you will find out
- what happens in a lecture
- how to take lecture notes
- what to expect of lecturers
- what lecturers expect of you
- what tutorials are all about
- what happens in 'tutes'
At 1.00 pm we will take you to enjoy a free lunch where you will be able to meet and mingle with members of Arts staff and fellow students who are also beginning their Arts journey.
Afternoon
After lunch you can find out more information about the Arts Schools that deliver the subjects you've chosen to study for semester 1. The information sessions for each school will repeat every 15 minutes to allow you to 'drop in' to all your schools and meet other students who will be studying the same subjects as you. Take this opportunity to find out what each of your Schools will expect from you in 2009.
Special Event - Arts Study Skills Workshop (recommended event)
Thursday 26 February 2009
9.30 am - 3.00 pm
You are invited to a study skills workshop run by members of the Arts Academic Language and Learning Unit. We strongly recommend that you attend this workshop as it will give you a practical introduction to
- effective reading and note taking skills
- reading academic articles and making notes
- lecture skills
- essay writing skills
If you are new to university or returning to study after a break you cannot afford to miss this workshop.
Special Event - School of Music Orientation (compulsory event for Music students)
Thursday 26 February 2009
1.30 pm - 4.30 pm
The School of Music - Conservatorium has designed an orientation event especially for commencing music students. Beginning with an official welcome from Professor Craig De Wilde, Head of School, and the presentation of the 2008 music prizes, this session will provide you with everything you need to know to ensure you settle into the School of Music successfully.
Now go to the eOrientation Database to create your own personalised Orientation program.