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It's time to Take Note with the podcast that gives you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start Uni to the day you graduate.

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    • Apr 10, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    3 Faculties, 1 Mic

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 40:08


    This week, the Take Note family expands to 5! We're introducing the newest voices you'll be hearing on the pod—our student correspondents! After a huge response to our call-out on Student News, we selected three incredible students from across the University to share their stories, passions, and unique perspectives on student life. Join us as we get to know Valerie, Molly, and Ahsan through fun questions, rapid-fire rounds, and chats about why they joined the podcast. It's the start of something exciting—don't miss it! Guest: Valerie + Molly + Ahsan Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan Chin This episode was produced by Megan Chin To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: ⁠Student Health and Wellbeing⁠ or check out ⁠Getting Support⁠ for a list of services. You can also check out ⁠Student Life⁠ for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Group Assignments Gone Wrong...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 30:16


    Ever been stuck with a free-rider in a group project? In this episode of Take Note, we dive into the chaos of university group assignments—sharing our own horror stories and reading submissions from Student News and our Instagram. We also chat about our favorite (and least favorite) types of assessments. Vote in the poll below for yours!Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan Chin To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: ⁠⁠Student Health and Wellbeing⁠⁠ or check out ⁠⁠Getting Support⁠⁠ for a list of services. You can also check out ⁠⁠Student Life⁠⁠ for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.

    Hidden Disabilities

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 63:14


    In today's episode, we sit down with a special guest—Tiana, a disability support project officer—who shares insights on navigating university life with a hidden disability. From understanding what it means to be neurodivergent to accessing support services, we unpack myths, misconceptions, and ways you can be an ally on campus. Whether you identify as neurodiverse, have a hidden disability, or just want to be more inclusive, this is one you won't want to miss!Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan Chin To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: ⁠Student Health and Wellbeing⁠ or check out ⁠Getting Support⁠ for a list of services. You can also check out ⁠Student Life⁠ for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.

    Everything we wish we knew before Uni started

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 58:38


    This fortnight, Take Note crashes the Succeed team's ‘How to Uni' student panel where they discussed everything you need to know for university life during orientation. From debates on the Uni's best study spots, to sharing tips on beating procrastination, we're sure you will pick up a thing or two on how you can Uni! O-Week trend alert: sunglasses. Not for fashion, but because everyone's future is just that bright! Guests: Grant Freeman, Chloe Le, Alex Nguyen + Scarlet Ojeda Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan Chin Video and audio were recorded, produced and live streamed by Frankie Films. This episode was recorded at the University of Adelaide's North Terrace campus on the 24th of February 2025, as a part of O'Week. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: ⁠Student Health and Wellbeing⁠ or check out ⁠Getting Support⁠ for a list of services. You can also check out ⁠Student Life⁠ for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.

    Welcome to 202THRIVE

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 20:34


    Welcome back to 2025 - a year to THRIVE!! This week we ease into the year by getting to know our knew Host Megan as she joins Liv from last year to get you excited for this new year of study! We hope you all enjoyed your well deserved break and are ready for 202THRIVE!Thanks for coming back for Season 2 of Take Note!Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan ChinThis episode was produced by Megan Chin.To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: ⁠Student Health and Wellbeing⁠ or check out ⁠Getting Support⁠ for a list of services. You can also check out ⁠Student Life⁠ for support across all areas of university life at UoA.Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.

    Take Note takes note

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 20:20


    It's the end of the year!! We can't believe we've been bringing you Take Note for a whole year and it's our last episode for 2024! To finish up, we're bringing you a little wrap-up of the year to accompany you while you prep for your final exams and assignments. Liv is back and we take a look back at the year, our favourite moments and chat about what life looks like for us now that we've both finished studying. Thanks so much for joining us this year – we've loved it! Guest: Olivia Manser Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Failing and the fall out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 35:03


    We're back with the podcast that brings you all the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. We know it's a stressful time with exams and final assignments looming. For some of us, we might not get the results we hoped for, or we may have even failed – but it doesn't have to be the end of the world. Liv is back to share her story of how she failed a class and how she came back from it. Guest: Olivia Manser Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    FOOTNOTE #10: The machines are learning too?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 29:31


    We're back with another Footnote! In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there. This week we're introducing you to our friends at the Australian Institute of Machine Learning to find out more about what they get up to and what they're working on in the world of AI.Guest: Dr Dhani Dharmaprani, Melinda (Nanyu) Dong and Hamed DamirchiHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Shannon Pearce.You can find out more about the Australian Insitute of Machine Learning at their website.To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: ⁠Student Health and Wellbeing⁠ or check out ⁠Getting Support⁠ for a list of services. You can also check out ⁠Student Life⁠ for support across all areas of university life at UoA.Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.Thanks for listening!

    I'll sleep when I'm dead... or after exams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 43:51


    Welcome back to Take Note – the podcast with all the best notes from orientation to graduation. This week's episode is all about sleep and how you can get the best out of it. We're joined by sleep expert and director of the Behaviour-Brain-Body Research Centre at the University of South Australia. She completed her PhD at Flinders University 20 years ago and, since then, has focused her study on the impacts of sleep deprivation and countermeasures used to stay awake, such as napping and caffeine. Guest: Siobhan Banks Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. For more information on how you can get better sleep as a student, check out the Student Health and Wellbeing resources. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    FOOTNOTE #9: I love you, but what are you saying?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 16:55


    We're back with another Footnote! This Footnote goes back to when we caught up with student counsellor Jacqui to talk about how we can better communicate with our intimate partners in a healthy way.Guest: Jacqui LiHosted by: Shannon PearceFull episode here: What it means to be loved Follow us on Instagram @uoa.oncampus and send us a DM with your thoughts on the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services.Safer Campus Community is also here for you if you feel unsafe in any way or want to report an incident you may have witnessed or experienced.If you're in an unsafe relationship or are experiencing domestic violence or abuse, please call 1800 RESPECT or Lifeline at 13 11 14 for 24/7 support.Take Note is a UoA On Campus production.

    Wearing all the hats and doing all the things

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 43:06


    We're back with another episode of the podcast that gives you all the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. Liv is back with us this week to chat about the intense juggle of study and adult life, and we sit down with student nurses Asha and Georgia to talk about their experiences balancing intense placements, work and their life outside of study. Guests: Olivia Manser, Asha Foster and Georgia Lehmann Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    FOOTNOTE #8: Make your brain work for you

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 10:50


    Watch your step, it's a Footnote! In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We've returned to our episode with Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology Matt about how to make your brain work for you when you're studying.Guest: Matthew DryHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Shannon Pearce.Full episode here: Is it over yet? Surviving exams To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.Thanks for listening!

    Let's talk about sex(tember)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 43:29


    G'day Note Takers, this week Take Note went into the outside world to record live from the University of Adelaide's SEXtember 2024. We sat down with Dr Nikki Sullivan, who is a Project Development Manager at Thorne Harbour Health and sexologist Sarah Childs to chat about what makes all of us normal in the world of sex (surprise: it's everything!).Guests: Dr Nikki Sullivan and Sarah Childs Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was recorded at the University of Adelaide's North Terrace campus on the 5th of September 2024 and produced by Shannon Pearce and Chelsea Deckert. It was produced in partnership with the University of Queensland, UNSW, University of Sydney and University of Newcastle. Video and audio were recorded, produced and live streamed by Frankie Films. This live recording of Take Note is one of many Sextember events being held across the university over the month of September. Student Health and Wellbeing have resources if you want to learn more about sex or sexual health. For support outside of the university, you can head to SHINE SA, Thorne Harbour Health and SAMESH.

    FOOTNOTE #7: A chaotic Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 37:49


    We're back with another Footnote! In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out bite-sized pieces of the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.This week, Liv is back with us again to help answer your questions about the podcast, uni life and us!Guests: Olivia ManserHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Shannon Pearce and Olivia Manser.To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.Thanks for listening!

    I've already got a degree, why do it again?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 39:19


    Hey Note Takers, we're back with another episode of the podcast that gives you all the best notes from orientation to graduation. On today's show, we'll be chatting about that decision to turn your undergraduate degree into a postgraduate. We've got Cody from UoA's Postgraduate Recruitment Team to give you the ins and outs and we introduce you to a new special guest... Guest: Olivia Manser and Cody Baker Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. Head here if you're looking for more information on what a postgraduate degree could look like for you. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    FOOTNOTE #6: Meet us!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 20:41


    Hi team! For this week's Footnote, we thought we'd do something a little different and use it as an opportunity for you to get to know our host a little better and meet the wonderful Olivia from our behind-the-scenes team.Hosted by: Shannon Pearce and Olivia Manser To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.Thanks for listening!

    Can't we be friends?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 46:54


    Welcome back to another episode of Take Note! We bring you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. This week we're chatting about making friends at university and how you can be your best self. We're joined by behavioural psychologist and University of Adelaide alumni Rosslyn Cox to talk about the science behind friendships. Guest: Rosslyn Cox Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    FOOTNOTE #5: The OG women in academia

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 11:49


    Hello again! In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We're looking back on our episode that marked 150 years of the University of Adelaide where we spoke with Emeritus Professor Alison Mackinnon from UniSA about how women have shaped the university since the 1800s.Guest: Professor Alison MackinnonHosted by: Shannon PearceFull episode here: From then to now: 150 yearsThis episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce.To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.Thanks for listening!

    The Intern (not a movie review)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 29:53


    Hi friends! Today's episode takes a dive into the world of internships. We've sat down with student Hamoun to chat about what their internship was like and how they got it, as well as business coach and owner of Adelaide furniture brand TH Brown, Toni Briggs-Brown, to talk about how you can be the best intern you can. Guest: Toni Briggs-Brown and Hamoun Mohammadi Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. Please remember that the UoA Internships team are only able to assist with “for course credit” internships. Check out CareerHub or get in touch with Internships if you have questions or need help. If you'd like to self-source an internship, check out the checklist guide for how to do it. Hit ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. Check out our Instagram @uoa.oncampus.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.

    FOOTNOTE #4: Allyship equals diversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 16:32


    Footnote incoming!! In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We've returned to our episode on disability on campus with current students Grant and Jack. They share with us their experiences as students with disabilities, how you can be an ally on campus and how they've made the most of Disability Support.Guests: Grant Freeman and Jack McKenzieHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce.Full episode here: Disability on campusTo support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.Thanks for listening!

    Help! I broke my ankle overseas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 48:33


    G'day friendsss! It's the podcast that has all the best notes that you need to know from orientation to graduation. This week's episode is for all of you that are dreaming of some study and travel overseas. We're joined by student Annabel who went on a six-month exchange to Lund University in Sweden and Jasmina from Study Overseas here at the University of Adelaide to give you an insight into the study overseas experience and how to get there. Guests: Annabel Nettleton and Jasmina Cubelic Hosted by: Shannon Pearce If you're looking for more information on overseas study, head to the Study Overseas website. You can also have a look at the Scholarships website to see if there are any other programs that could fund your international study, like a fully funded post-graduate degree. Check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.

    FOOTNOTE #3: Assignment hacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 14:16


    It's time for another Footnote! In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.This week, we'll be going to back to when we were joined by tutors Alex and Sophie to learn what exactly your marker is looking for.Full episode here: How to Uni 101Guests: Alexander Beare and Sophie HeathHosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. For more assignment help check out the Writing Centre and Maths Learning Centre.To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA.

    What happens if you lose your connection to country?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 32:41


    Welcome back to the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate! NAIDOC Week 2024 has just wrapped up and we wanted to acknowledge the Indigenous leaders and work we have here at UoA. We chat with Kaurna elder Uncle Rod about reclaiming Kaurna language and Kaneisha about her studies at the Centre for Aboriginal Studies in Music (CASM) at the university. Guest: Uncle Rod O'Brien and Kaneisha O'Loughlin Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. This year's NAIDOC Week theme is Keep the Fire Burning: Blak, Loud and Proud! to celebrate “the unyielding spirit of our communities and invites all to stand in solidarity, amplifying the voices that have long been silenced”. If you're an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student and want tailored support, head to Wirltu Yarlu and have a look at how they can help you. Head to the CASM website if you want to learn more about how you can get involved in Aboriginal music studies at the Elder Conservatorium of Music. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    FOOTNOTE #2: Chance meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 10:42


    Hey team! Welcome back to the podcast that gives you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate.In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there. In this Footnote we'll be hearing some stories from UoA students about the special people they met at O'Week. Full episode here: Ooh, it's O'Week!Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Careers: it's ok to change your mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 33:21


    Welcome back, team! This week's episode is all about careers. You'll find out what exactly employers are looking for, what you can do to zhouz up your resume and what to do if you're not vibing your current study path. We're joined by Careers Education Officer Michelle McKinnon who has soooo much great advice – you don't want to miss this one! Guest: Michelle McKinnon Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. If you're a student and you'd like some personalised careers support, head to Career Services at the University of Adelaide. You can make appointments to go over your resume, job applications or advice on planning your study and career path. Also, take a look at CareersHub for all the latest opportunities for students to up-skill and get a job. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    FOOTNOTE #1: The 25% rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 10:15


    But, what is this?! Welcome to Footnotes!In the off week, we'll be going back and picking out bite-sized pieces of the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We have a chat with second-year student Luvish and student counsellor Heather about what to expect now you're a uni student and find out what to take on your first day.Original episode here: You made it Uni, now what?Guests: Luvish Arya and Heather HanksHosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    What it means to be loved

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 55:34


    Welcome back Note Takers to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. This week's episode is all about healthy relationships. We catch up with student counsellors Jacqui and Jo to tell us how we can better communicate with our intimate partners and the ins and outs of consent. Guest: Jacqui Li and Jo McNamara Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life and Counselling Support for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Safer Campus Community is also here for you if you feel unsafe in any way or want to report an incident you may have witnessed or experienced. For support outside of the university, check out Relationships Australia who can offer advice or connect you with a service. If you're in an unsafe relationship or are experiencing domestic violence or abuse, please call 1800 RESPECT or Lifeline at 13 11 14 for 24/7 support. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Progressing with Pride

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 23:38


    Helloooooo! Welcome back to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start Uni to the day you graduate. It's Pride Month! Which means it's time to celebrate our gay and queer besties and raise awareness for the issues and challenges they still face. Guest: Kansas Bird Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce Check out the university's LGBTQIA+ Resources from Student Health and Wellbeing for links to programs and groups here at the university who can support you, as well as support networks and services around Adelaide and Australia. If you want to see what the Price Club is all about, you can have a look at their page. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production.

    Is it over yet? Surviving exams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 20:41


    G'day, note takers! Welcome back to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. Today, we'll be chatting with Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology Matt about how to make your brain work for you when you're studying and one student's experience of perfectionism. Guest: Matthew Dry and Krystal Zhong Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Does my debt die with me?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 36:08


    Welcome back to the podcast that gives you all the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. Today's episode is all about HECS and debt as a student. You'll learn the ins and outs of how HECS works, where it might follow you, and if it really is something you should be afraid of. You'll be hearing from George, a Senior Lecturer in Finance from the Adelaide Business School, with his best advice for saving money and working down that debt. Guests: George Mihaylov and Ann Madigan Hosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. If you're looking for more ways to save some money, check out the discounts you can get as a YouX member with their member discounts, get more info on Student Care's loans, grants and scholarships, and take a look at student services Student Beans and UNiDAYS that can save you money in lots of your favourite places to shop. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Leaving home for life in Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 23:57


    It's that time again, Take Note friends! A new episode of the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start Uni to the day you graduate has arrived. Today, we'll be chatting with Estee and Pragya about their experience moving to Australia; we'll be giving you the run-down on what to expect when you move to Adelaide; and hear from you about what surprised you about Australian life when you first arrived. Guest: Estee Loke, Pragya Kaushik and Thanh Tung Hoang Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. If you're an international student and want more information on how the university can support you, head to International Student Support. And, if you're looking for places to meet friends and other international students, try going along to one of the many social programs or events hosted by International Student Support. For clubs and societies, take a look at YouX's Find a Club page. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    From then to now: 150 years

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 39:02


    Hellooo Take Note crew! Welcome back to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. It's been 150 years since the University of Adelaide was established, so we're going to celebrate our anniversary year with a trip through some of the history we've created over the last century and a half. Today, you'll be hearing some of the wackiest stories from our history from university librarian Deanne, how women have shaped the university since the 1800s from UniSA Emeritus Professor Alison Mackinnon, and from our esteemed alum Tiahni about her incredible work in wildlife conservation biology. Guests: Deanne Holmes, Professor Alison Mackinnon and Tiahni Adamson Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Talking disability on campus

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 40:24


    Welcome back to Take Note! The podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. This episode falls on Neurodiversity Celebration Week. So, listen in to conversations with current students, Tessa, Grant and Jack, who share with us their experiences as students with disabilities. They'll chat about study tools for neurodiverse folk, how to access Disability Support and how you can be an ally on campus. Guests: Tessa Gloede, Grant Freeman and Jack McKenzie Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    How to Uni 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 48:01


    Welcome back to Take Note! The podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. In this episode, we'll be your home of how-tos for uni. We'll be sharing the study secrets that no one tells you, advice on where to get help and how to write the best essay of your life. We are joined by tutors Alex and Sophie to learn what exactly your marker is looking for and Michael and Nicholas from the Writing Centre and Maths Learning Centre to chat about how they can help you master the art of assignments. Guests: Alexander Beare, Sophie Heath, Michael Lazarou and Nicholas Crouch Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    Ooh, it's O'Week!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 27:41


    Hiya, Take Note gang!Today, we'll be chatting with Caleb about some of the different clubs you might have seen at O'Week; we'll be hearing from Kumi to give you everything you need to know about YouX, and we'll also be hearing some stories from UoA students about the special people they met at O'Week. If you're looking to join a club, you can check out all of UoA's 160+ clubs at Find a Club.Funky C Band: @funkyc.adlGuest: Caleb Rodgers and Kumi GonzalesHosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

    You made it to Uni, now what?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 34:38


    Welcome to the very first episode of Take Note! The podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start Uni to the day you graduate. Today's episode is all about being the newbie. We have a chat with second-year student Luvish and student counsellor Heather about what to expect now you're a uni student, and how to handle all the stress that comes with it. We'll also find out where to find UoA's queer networks, what to take on your first day, and we'll give you the rundown of O'Week (a must for new students!). Guests: Luvish Arya, Heather Hanks and Dalestair Kidd (@dalestair) Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. To support the show, click ‘subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow' on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show. If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA's Wellbeing Hub: Student Health and Wellbeing or check out Getting Support for a list of services. You can also check out Student Life for support across all areas of university life at UoA. Take Note is a UoA On Campus Production. Thanks for listening!

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