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Service Evaluation 2009

Posted Oct 16, 2009 in news

If you have sought assistance from the Advocacy Service, we need your input!

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What if you've been given incorrect advice?

Posted Sep 25, 2009 in news

Unfortunately, students are sometimes given incorrect information by University staff. For example, a student has been told that they need to take…

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Advocacy Service at Southbank Campus (VCAM)

Posted Sep 18, 2009 in news

Advocacy Service staff are available…

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Thinking of transferring?

Posted Aug 27, 2009 in news

At this time of the year, some students make plans to transfer to another course, either…

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Student Progress Committee Information Sessions and Individual Assistance

Posted Jun 19, 2009 in news

Information sessions and individual support for students who have been called to a Progress Committee meeting. Find out how to write a submission and what to expect.

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Swine Flu Information

Posted May 28, 2009 in news

Various sources of information and advice for University staff and students about H1N1 (Human Swine) Influenza.

Sexual Health Information Updated

Posted Mar 13, 2009 in news

To empower students with information about sexual health and positive relationships, the Student Union Advocacy Service has produced an updated version of Take Control: Sexual Health and Positive Relationships.Check out the brochure, other information and safe sex products at the Welfare Department’s Sexual Health and Immunization Day on Tuesday March 24th in North Court.

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Advocacy International Brochure

Posted Mar 12, 2009 in news

The Student Union Advocacy Service provides independent support, advice, advocacy and referrals to all students at the University of Melbourne. For an introduction to our service in English, Indonesian, Mandarin and Japanese…

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Bushfire Assistance

Posted Feb 12, 2009 in news

The Advocacy Service is available to assist any current students who have been affected by the Victorian bushfires. Information about University services can be found online at the University of Melbourne website.

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Human Rights of Overseas Students

Posted Jan 29, 2009 in news

The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission (VEOHRC) is concerned about the human rights of international students. The Victorian Government’s Overseas Student Education Experience Taskforce recently released a report about the experiences of international students. The report will...

Student Financial Aid

Posted Jan 23, 2009 in news

Now is the time to consider applying for a grant to help with the cost of studying at University. Student Financial Aid administers a large number of grants, bursaries and awards for students in financial need. For more information about...

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Thank You Volunteers

Posted Jan 22, 2009 in news

The Advocacy Service would like to give a special thanks to all the student volunteers who generously gave up their time over summer to support fellow students at faculty progress meetings. This summer twelve students assisted about 150 of their...

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Progress Committee Information Session 4

Posted Dec 08, 2008 in events

If you have been sent a letter or email asking you to meet with a committee to discuss your progress in your course, the Advocacy Service can help you to prepare for your meeting. Thursday 15 Jan 11am-12pm, CEO’s Meeting Room, fourth floor, Union House.*

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Progress Committee Information Session 3

Posted Dec 08, 2008 in events

If you have been sent a letter or email asking you to meet with a committee to discuss your progress in your course, the Advocacy Service can help you to prepare for your meeting. Thursday 8 Jan 2-3pm, CEO’s Meeting Room, fourth floor, Union House.*

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Progress Committee Information Session 2

Posted Dec 08, 2008 in events

If you have been sent a letter or email asking you to meet with a committee to discuss your progress in your course, the Advocacy Service can help you to prepare for your meeting. Thursday 18 Dec 11am-12pm, Training Room 1, third floor Union House.