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📍 Yarning Circle
Have you visited the Yarning Circle to the east of Jack Finnery Lake? It is the perfect place to pause, meet, reflect and yarn.
When you need a moment to step away from the hustle and bustle of the campus, a quick walk down the south of campus will take you to this perfect oasis.
Meet Marion, a Muserk student studying an Associate Degree in Agribusiness at The Muserk Institute. 🌾
One of her highlights of studying in Muserk is the opportunity to maintain a farm experience while pursuing a full-time load. Living on her family farm alongside her loved ones and pets is a cherished aspect of her life.
Are you interested in learning more about an Associate Degree in Agribusiness? Head to the link in our bio.
Q: In your free time at uni, what is your favourite thing to do?
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“I love to be in open spaces between plants or in park spaces, like on the beanbags at Henderson Court”
Jarpan, Masters in Dry-land Agriculture student
In this mini #ConversationsAtCurtin series, we’re asking students around campus big and small questions to get to know them better. 🌟
Vote for your favourite coffee spot on campus ☕
1. Mallokup
2. Common Ground
3. Concept Café
4. Basement Café
Are we missing your favourite spot? Let us know in the comments below 👇
Last week in the tuition-free week, @curtinguild hosted a Digital Storytelling Challenge with @adobe and Guild Clubs! 🏆
Students from a variety of clubs went head-to-head to create the best 30-60-second promotional video using Adobe tools to engage students to join their club!
Congratulations to @emascurtin for winning the challenge! 🎉🎉
@emascurtin’s promotional video will be coming to you soon, so keep an eye out. 👀
Keen to join a student club yourself? Tap the link in our bio to learn more.
Have you just arrived in Kalgoorlie to study and are keen to get familiar with the town? Here’s our perfect day out and about in Kalgoorlie:
#1 Enjoy the serenity of the morning as you walk to one of the many delicious breakfast spots listed in this video. ☕️
#2 Next, head off to Karlkurla Bushland Park, Hannans for a beautiful nature walk surrounded by native trees and wildlife.
#3 Head home to refresh and make yourself a delicious lunch.
#4 In the afternoon visit the memorial library to borrow yourself a new book, then walk to the Goldfields Art Centre to view the art gallery and then hang out in their many chill-out zones to read your new book! 📚
#5 Later meet up with friends and either have a BBQ at your student accommodation or visit one of the many great dinner options down Hannan Street.
Let’s take a look at what’s been on so far of Semester 1 at Curtin Kalgoorlie 🌿
1. Barefoot Lunch: As part of extended orientation, the barefoot lunch welcomed over 100 students with live music, plenty of ice cream, and sunny weather – showcasing a perfect day in Kal! ✨
2. Careers Fair: A fantastic opportunity for students to engage with local industry representatives and potential employers to learn about graduate programs, vacation work, and job vacancies.
3. Assessment Centres: During WIL week (WASM’s work-integrated learning), mining companies visited campus to foster relationships with students. Providing a glimpse into the real-world application of theoretical knowledge through enjoyable games and activities! 📘
Fun fact: Connecting with industry is super important in Kal. That’s one of the reasons why Curtin is the second-ranked university in the world and also number one in Australia for mineral and mining engineering for the seventh consecutive year!
Want to boost your employability without leaving campus? Meet Curtin Extra! ✨
Gain recognition for your co-curricular activities and enhance your CV with digital badges, skills, and networking opportunities. 📝 💼
Head to the link in our bio to learn more about how you can elevate your professional profile today!
Meet @drdarp, a local Curtin champion who recently participated in the @curtinsports Volleyball Housing Cup. 🏐💪
Darp has always had a passion for beach volleyball, “I joined because it was a great way to challenge myself where the stakes were high and seemed like a great opportunity to showcase some team spirit!”
The Housing Cup is a semester-long beach volleyball competition among residential students and isn’t just about the sport. It’s a vibrant community event that brings students together in a fun outdoor setting. Darp enjoyed the friendships and opportunities the competition formed, “It’s a team sport requiring you to utilise your strength and work closely as a team. We have been playing and practising together every Sunday for a while, so it was great to put those skills to the test”.
He strongly encourages everyone to consider joining, “It’s a fantastic way to meet new people from different colleges and get active outdoors.” 🌳
If you are keen to learn more about how you can be involved with @curtinsports, head to the link in our bio to learn more.
Q: What would you do if you won the lottery?
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“I would like to help students in Sri Lanka, where I am from”
Salika, Master of TESOL
In this mini #ConversationsAtCurtin series, we’re asking students around campus big and small questions to get to know them better. 🌟
For my afternoon treat, I would like one serve of season 4 Food For Thought bloopers pls! 🍰🙋
We will miss you Manish!
Is Autumn the best time of year to be on campus? 🌿🌸
Are you familiar with support groups? 🗣️👥
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, especially with assignments and the university workload! This is where support groups can make a difference.
Support groups provide emotional support, a sense of belonging, advice, and empowerment for personal growth. ✨
If you’re interested, there are currently support groups for PhD students, individuals with ADHD, and those dealing with stress and procrastination. Click the link in our bio to learn more.
Meet Nigel Angelo, a master’s student in mining engineering at Curtin University Kalgoorlie 🎓 Originally from the Philippines, he’s been on an Aussie adventure for three years, infusing a fresh perspective into his degree.
Starting with a bachelor of Materials Engineering in the Philippines, Nigel moved to Australia and stayed in Geelong first, then shifted gears during lockdown, captivated by the perpetual demand and practicality of mining engineering. Moving from Geelong to Kalgoorlie presented a climate shift, but Nigel embraces the charm of the smaller city. He appreciates the friendliness of the people and the convenience of having everything within a five-minute walk. Although adjusting to the limited amenities took time, Nigel now sees it as an opportunity to simplify his life. His journey led him to Curtin, where hands-on learning became his passion.
Nigel thrives on the practicality of mining engineering classes, cherishing Work Integrated Learning (WIL) weeks. Industry events, mine tours, and supportive tutors, guild, and social clubs enrich his university experience.
Navigating networking challenges, Nigel values Curtin’s opportunities for academic and social connections. Moving from Geelong to Kalgoorlie brought climate adjustments, but he loves the charm of the smaller city and the simplicity of a five-minute walk to everything.
Sharing advice for future students, Nigel encourages openness to new experiences. Reflecting on his initial hesitations, he urges newcomers to embrace change and get involved in extracurricular activities without compromising academic performance. Nigel highlights the value of building a network and connections within the community.
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Are you curious to know if there’s such a thing as the perfect Vegemite ratio? 🤔 🤔
Let our Aussie expert, Dan, and international student host, Devna, guide you through Aussie snack classics like Fairy Bread and the TimTam Slam on the latest episode of ‘I’m at Curtin, Now What?’.
Head straight to our Curtin Life YouTube channel, or click the link in our bio to watch the full episode now! 🇦🇺 👏
Meet Texa, an infectiously vibrant second-year Master of Food and Tech student who moved to Australia from India. 🍎🔬
Born into a family deeply rooted in agriculture, with a father who was a farmer, Texa’s initial path seemed naturally aligned with her roots. However, after completing a Bachelor of Agriculture and working as a farm officer, she realised it only scratched the surface of her curiosity. It was a combination of enrolling in a food processing course and a personal aspiration to move away from being a self-proclaimed “terrible chef” that unexpectedly directed her path towards Food and Tech. This shift sparked her interest in learning about the technology that enhances food, making it not only better and safer but also more accessible.
Choosing Australia for her master’s was influenced by the climate, reminiscent of home, and the presence of her four cousins already located in Perth. Yet, the transition was far from seamless. Texa experienced extreme culture shock and found herself really struggling with the environment, accents, and adapting to different academic styles. She felt like she lost her voice and a little bit of herself within that period. When she was ready, she decided to join Curtin Volunteers! intending to meet new people and make connections. She reminded herself that she wasn’t going anywhere and needed to stick it out and see what happened. ✨
Getting out of her comfort zone has been her most challenging experience so far. She realises now being the first grandchild in the family, and most pampered delayed her independence, a quality that she holds to high importance. Once she was in Australia she had to continually remind herself that she wasn’t going back, and needed to move forward. Slowly, the things she thought were impossible became possible.
Now reflecting on her experience, she realises that her favourite aspect of uni so far has been the interactions with students, and teachers. At first being in Australia, she was shocked by calling your lecturer their first name and the casual friendships students and teachers had during class.
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Here’s to March 🎉
Reflecting on the past month, here are a few of our favourite moments:
1. Global Village Expo
2. Barefoot Lunches held in the Creative Quarter
3. Student Startup Weekend
What was your favourite moment? 👇
Q: In your free time, what`s your favourite thing to do?
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“I like to take a walk around my area”
Ifedilichukwu, Master of Commerce Student
In this mini #ConversationsAtCurtin series, we`re asking students around campus big and small questions to get to know them better. 🌟
Meet Chloe, a dedicated Nutrition and Food Science student who has discovered the secret ingredient to balancing study and work: on-campus employment!
Throughout her university journey, Chloe has utilised UniHub to secure employment multiple times. She has discovered that working on campus offers more free time and convenience compared to other job options.
Check out UniHub employment by visiting the link in our bio. 🌟
Are you someone with a knack for creativity and eager to explore your full potential?
Let Natasha guide you through the top five Curtin Extra programs tailored for creative people like yourself. No matter your field, creativity is a CV game-changer, and Curtin Extra programs provide digital badges and certificates to let future employers know.
Head to the link in our bio to learn more about the Curtin Extra creative programs ✨