Dear students,
Here’s some information to help you settle in and make cultural adjustments, and to connect you to other students and the local community.

International Students with partners and/or children
You are invited to an informal information event to assist to assist international families through their adjustment to a new environment. Topics include overseas health insurance, English language support, community services, child care, accommodation and social opportunities. Children are welcome to come along and refreshments will be available. The fun “Let It Glow” family event will take place following the session.

When: Friday 12 August, 4-6pm
Where: Seminar Room 1, PhD Hub (Holman Hall, 27 Sports Walk, Clayton Campus)

Let it Glow Monash
An event for all the family. Join in a night filled with food trucks, family entertainment, rides, activities, ending with show-stopping fireworks. As part of the Winterfest, it is an event not to be missed.

When: Friday 12 August, 5-9pm
Where: Monash Sport, Clayton Campus

Did you know Allianz Global Assistance has a My OSHC Assistant App?
Download the My OSHC Assistant app from the App store or Google Play and have easy access to:
– Instant E-membership card. (You don’t have to order a physical card as Doctors and Hospitals will accept the e-card)
– Easy access to your policy Information
– Set up your security PIN
– Find a Doctor using the GPS network on your mobile
– Medical term translator (up to 20 languages)
– Submit your claim from your mobile

Student Safety Seminars
Your safety is important to us at Monash! Learn some news ways to improve your personal safety on and off-campus with advice and assistance form a panel of experts including the Victoria Police, Monash Security and the Safer Community Unit. Attend the seminar on your campus. Register now.

Security Bus
A security bus service for the Clayton and Caulfield campuses is provided between 5.30pm and midnight Monday to Friday, leaving every 30 minutes. The security bus route and bus stops are located on the Clayton campus and Caulfield campus. You can see where the bus is by viewing the live tracker on the Monash App under Transport or on the security bus page.

International student Orientation session
If you have recently commenced your candidature at Monash, come to an International Student: Essential information session and learn all you need to know as a new international graduate research student to help you with your transition to study at Monash and living in Melbourne. The next session on Monday 8th August at Clayton. Register Online.

Study Melbourne Student Centre (SMSC)
The Centre provides international students in Victoria with information and professional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Students can get access to information on housing, legal and health issues, as well as crisis intervention and support in emergency situations. All services are free and confidential. To learn more,visit the SMSC website.

Conversational English Program
English Connect has lots of fun and free programs to improve your English! Practice your conversation and learn about Australia in Let’s Chat. Get help with written English grammar at Peer Support. Sessions start 8 August.
Email: english.connect@monash.edu for more information.

Are you Rent Smart?
Renting in the private rental market can sometimes be challenging. There are so many things to do, places to inspect, contracts to read and understand! Here are a couple of important things to remember:
• Make sure you have all your landlord’s details (email address, contact address, not just phone number)
• Communicate with your landlord in writing
• Make sure you get receipts for everything you pay for
The Off campus accommodation and Rent Smart website is a useful link for students who live off campus know their tenancy rights and responsibilities.

Welcome from the Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA)
Monash Postgraduate Association (MPA) is the representative body for all postgraduate students. They provide free services to support the needs to postgraduate students including advocacy, representation, seminars, free lunches and social events. Visit the MPA website and subscribe to their fortnightly news.

Free Movie Night
Join senior students for a movie night to watch Monsters University. There will be free pizza and snacks.
Where: Monash Cinema, Room G1.49, Clayton
When: Thursday 4 August, 6pm -8.45pm

Phillip Island day trip
Spend the day on a magical Phillip island and witness the famous penguin parade.
When: 7 August
Cost: $79 Monash Postgrads

Weekend away in the Otways and Great Ocean Road Experience
Join fellow postgraduate students on a fantastic weekend away with coastal scenery, lush temperate rainforests, cascading waterfalls and friendly colourful birds. Accommodation, transport, most meals and Otway Fly tree included.
When: 3-4 September
Cost: $150 Monash Postgrads

Free Yoga Classes
Free yoga classes at Caulfield and Clayton. No booking necessary. Limited spaces available in the class so make sure you arrive on time to avoid disappointment.
Caulfield – Thursdays 10-11.30am
Aerobics Room at Monash sport
Yoga mats are provided

Clayton – Mondays 4.45 – 6.15pm
Seminar Room, Graduate Student Hub, Campbell Hall
Bring your yoga mat

Any queries, contact caroline.baroow@monash.edu

International Student Engagement
If you have any feedback about the newsletter or suggestions of items to be included, please email iss@monash.edu

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