There have been reports of fee scams targeting at University students in Australia. The scams involve fake companies on Social media claims to offer to pay students’ fees, then the student pays back the company in instalments over the next three months. Students are advised to provide personal details such as student number, and date…
The buddy program provides an opportunity to develop cross cultural friendships. The Buddy program helps La Trobe students to make friends, develop peer networks, and engage in cross-cultural exchange. The program not only helps students develop language and intercultural communication skills, but it also helps build global awareness as well as rewarding friendships between students.…
To help you navigate, plan and schedule the many online events, workshops and other programs that are now being offered to you, the University’s Student Success team has created a Virtual Events Planner. Here, you will find events run by areas such as the Learning Hub, the Careers Service, Student Theatre, Study Skills sessions, Wellbeing…
La Trobe has introduced some new measures to support those students who have been financially affected by the current COVID-19 crisis. We understand that many students are now facing financial hardship and we are committed to doing everything we can to help. The La Trobe University COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program is available to all currently…
#How2Uni Workshops are now all running via Zoom. Come along to our practical and engaging #how2uni workshops, full of tips and strategies that will help you to: manage your time effectively prepare for assessments develop study techniques and exam strategies, and more! Attend one, or more (or all!) of these FREE workshops. Spaces in these…
Are you an international student looking for a virtual internship in July 2020? Are you looking to develop your employability skills and social connections with the business community, in order to be Career Ready? La Trobe University has secured a limited number of places for international students to participate in Study Melbourne’s LIVE Projects, July…
Remember the days when we could get active where and when we pleased and social distancing wasn’t a thing? Don’t despair, La Trobe Sport has you covered! We are pleased to present our #ActivationInIsolation online series, proudly brought to you by our highly qualified Health & Fitness team! Exercise from the comfort of your own home as…
Everyone reacts differently in stressful situations and how you respond to stress can depend on many different factors. Our Wellbeing team has shared 8 suggestions to keep your mind healthy during this challenging period: 1. Acknowledge your feelings When you block your emotions because they are overwhelming or conflicting it has a tendency to cause…
The census date is your deadline to finalise your Semester 1, 2020 enrolment. You must finalise your Semester 1 subjects by the census date. After the census date, your Semester 1 enrolment is locked in, and you’ll be financially responsible for your enrolled subjects. Need help? If you are impacted by exceptional circumstances and want…
With the continued outbreak of COVID-19 we have decided to transition face-to-face classes to online delivery, wherever possible, from Tuesday 24 March. Here are 3 most essential tips on productive online studying. Set up a routine and stick to it Although you will most likely have the flexibility to study from home, it helps to…