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Get ready for LAW OUT LOUD! Week
22 August

LAW OUT LOUD! Week is back this semester and it's better than ever!

Construction updates - Sports Precinct expansion and Sippy Downs Drive Upgrade
22 August

Construction updates related to the Sports Precinct expansion and Sippy Downs Drive Upgrade

Cover one of the world’s largest sports events
22 August

Seeking journalism and communications students to cover the International Federation for Athletes with Intellectual Impairments (INAS) Global Games.

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2020 Diary Cover Competition Winner - 'Let's Be Human Together'
20 August

'Let's Be Human Together' by Lauren Armand will be featured on the cover of the 2020 USC Student Diary.

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Australasian University Health Challenge
19 August

Every step counts during the next 6 weeks - join the USC team now!

2019 National Science Week Photography Competition winners
19 August

The National Science Week Photographic competition aims to showcase the multiple areas of science that USC students are engaged in.

iEngage Seminar - Careers in Government
19 August

Come and speak with Queensland's largest multi-disciplinary employer - Queensland Government!

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Graduate employment support for university students with a disability
19 August

On campus employment support is available for USC students and graduates who identify as having a disability.

Planned burn at Compensatory Habitat on USC Sunshine Coast campus
16 August

A prescribed burn of a section of USC's Compensatory Habitat on the Sunshine Coast is planned for Thursday 22 August, weather permitting.

Become a USC Student Ambassador
12 August

We are looking for passionate and engaging USC students to join our ambassador team!

Sports Precinct power shut down Saturday 17 August 2019
12 August

A planned power shut down will occur in the USC Stadium, Building T, USC Pool and Gym areas from 1pm-7pm on Saturday 17 August 2019.

Jobs of the Week - August Edition
12 August

The Career Development team are delivering the goods this week with new jobs, volunteer opportunities and internship roles!

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Nominations for Chancellor's Medal are open
8 August

Each year the University community is invited to nominate graduating students to be considered for the award of Chancellor's Medal.

Queer Coffee Catch Up
7 August

Queer chat time is a USC social support group that celebrates all genders and sexualities.

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Are you a veteran? Join the USC Australian Students Veterans Association
7 August

We promote the academic success, empowerment, and professional development of student veterans at the University through advocacy and supporting resources.

Student Diary Cover Competition - Vote now for your favourite design!
5 August

Voting is now open to current USC students for the 2020 Student Diary Cover Artwork Competition.

The Gerard Mills Memorial Prize for Wildlife Photography is now open
5 August

Enter your photograph of USC campus wildlife for your chance to win up to $1,000 in cash and one of three Ted's Camera Store vouchers!

Drop-in: Just in time support for your learning experience
2 August

At Drop-in, we support you with your writing, research and study skills.

Are you an outstanding all-round student? Apply for a Rhodes Scholarship
2 August

An opportunity of a lifetime for outstanding all-round students to study a postgraduate degree at the prestigious University of Oxford - Applications open 1 July.

Complete the SES now
2019 Student Experience Survey (SES) – now open!
1 August

Complete the survey for your chance to win one of three $1000 VISA gift cards or other great prizes in the weekly prize draws!

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SafeUSC - See something, say something
26 July

SafeUSC is open 24 hours and is your one stop shop for any safety related matters on or off campus.

Get your 2019 Student Diary, wall planner, and New Student Welcome Pack
23 July

Get your 2019 Student Diary, Semester 2, 2019 wall planners, and New Student Welcome Pack!

The Student Guild has a new space!
23 July

Stop by Building J and check out our new office!

Missed Orientation to USC?
23 July

We understand that sometimes it's not possible to attend orientation.

Jobs of the Week - July Edition
22 July

The Career Development team are delivering the goods this week with new jobs, volunteer opportunities and internship roles!

Look out for wildlife on our USC Sunshine Coast campus
22 July

As a designated wildlife reserve, the USC Sunshine Coast campus is home to a plethora of wildlife and provides important habitat in an increasingly urban area.

Join us for a free Diversity Week breakfast
22 July

Help us to officially launch this year's activities at USC - register to attend the free 2019 Diversity Week breakfast!

Nominations are now open for the 2019 Outstanding Alumni Awards
19 July

Do you know a USC graduate at least two years out doing some remarkable things? We would love to hear from you by nominating them for the 2019 Outstanding Alumni Awards.

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Study Overseas during Semester 1, 2020
18 July

If you are studying a full degree program, you may be eligible to study overseas!

Your $20 SSAF printing credit for Semester 2 is here!
11 July

All enrolled students are issued a $20 credit on their MyPrint account each Semester.

Course Workbooks for Semester 2 are available to order online!
8 July

If you need a Course Workbook for Semester 2, log on to the MyPrint website to place your order via the Shop.

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Select your class times now for Study period 2!
25 June

Class selection is now open! Plan your preferred class times using the online Timetable planner and select your class times in USC Central now.

Attend an Academic Skills Workshop and stay on top of your studies
21 June

Get skilled up on everything academic and attend an Academic Skills Workshop! There are a range of topics covered to help you to further enhance your learning strategies to progress in undergraduate or postgraduate university study.

Bring your friends to Open Day 2019!
17 June

Know someone interested in studying at USC? Let them know about Open Day.

CAUTION: USC branded fraudulent email
7 June

USC branded phishing (fraudulent) emails have come into the University.

USC graduates have been rated highly by employers in a national survey
Graduating this semester? You may be eligible for the USC Student Leadership Award!
7 June

If you're graduating soon, check to see if you're eligible to receive the USC Student Leadership Award at your graduation ceremony.

Update: Industrial Action at the University
6 June

Members of the NTEU (National Tertiary Education Union) has advised they intend to take industrial action commencing Tuesday, 11 June and concluding Tuesday, 18 June.

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The Artifice is looking for writers to join their team
14 May

The Artifice is an online magazine that covers a wide spectrum of art forms.

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Has your program structure changed?
8 May

Some program structure and course offerings have now changed for Semester 2, 2019.

Graduate Outcomes Survey - Longitudinal
Completing your studies this semester? Keep an eye out for the November 2019 Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS).
7 May

If you are completing your studies at USC this semester, you will receive an email invitation to take part in the Graduate Outcomes Survey in November 2019.

Register for free online access to Australian Newspapers!
15 April

University of Sunshine Coast staff and students now have unlimited digital access to Sunshine Coast Daily, Courier Mail and The Australian until 18 February 2020.

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Sunshine Coast Lightning Membership
3 April

USC students, the Sunshine Coast Lightning needs you!

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Claim your free voucher for a lifetime membership to the Co-op bookshop
26 March

The Co-Op is your one stop shop for text books, general books, stationary, academic software and a range of USC merchandise.

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Participate in a Student Success and Wellbeing Survey for your chance to win a $100 gift card*
25 March

Researchers from the Black Dog Institute and the University of New South Wales (School of Psychiatry) are conducting an anonymous Student Wellbeing and Success Survey - and they need your help! You are invited to participate in this short voluntary online survey.

Cooinda intergenerational living student accommodation
21 March

This project is an opportunity to participate in a ‘first in Australia’ pilot of intergenerational living in a residential aged care facility whilst studying at USC’s Gympie campus or undertaking a placement in Gympie during 2019.

Be in control of your money and your financial future - be MoneySmart
19 March

Find out how to organise your money so you'll have enough time and energy to get the most out of your studies - Get free, independent advice and tools to help you through: Be MoneySmart.

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Join the Student Representative Council - EOIs now open!
18 March

The University values having student input on its key decision-making bodies (e.g.

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#LifeatUSC
6 March

Keep up-to-date with the latest happenings - follow USC on social media!

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Do you have a Learning Access Plan?
1 March

Check out these helpful tips if you have an Learning Access Plan.

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Need a student ID card?
26 February

New to USC? Returning to study after a break? Find out how to get your student ID card.

Key dates

  • 9 August: Semester 2 / Trimester 2 - Fee payment due date and due date for requesting SA-HELP Assistance, HECS-HELP Assistance or FEE-HELP Assistance
  • 16 August: Semester 2 / Trimester 2 - Census date — last day to cancel courses or withdraw from study without a financial penalty or a Withdrawn without penalty (WN) academic result

For more key dates, refer to the academic calendar.

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