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Year 10 End of Year Excursion
USC Year 10s joined together for an end of year excursion that included badminton, basketball, and table tennis at Pridham Hall followed by a train trip to tenpin bowling. It was relaxing and fun way to celebrate the end of their first year at USC.
LGBTQIA+ City Tour
University Senior College students took part in the Gay History tour, in and around The University of Adelaide and Torrens River, accompanied by local historian Will Sergeant. They heard the stories of activism and justice and the development of South Australian law reform and life around Adelaide’s historical queer communities.
Spring Poetry Anthology
University Senior college Year 10 student Ann Rose will have her poem appear in SAETA’s (South Australian English Teacher Association) Spring Poetry Anthology for 2023 as part of the Spring Poetry festival. Congratulations Ann Rose.
USC gone troppo
In late November, USC hosted a Tropical Day, inviting students and staff to embrace the theme by wearing tropical attire. A lunchtime gathering featured a shared meal of Hawaiian Pizzas and tropical fruits. The occasion served as a chance for the school community to wish farewell to students and staff embarking on a twenty-one-day World Challenge Adventure to Borneo. Additionally, heartfelt well-wishes were extended to a staff member about to tie the knot in the tropics. The fun event was enjoyed by all, fostering a sense of community and celebration.
Parent Night on Addiction with Glen Gerreyn
University Senior College Parent Night on Addiction was an interactive, relevant, and contemporary presentation by Glen Gerreyn on the nature and process of addiction including examples of vaping, computer usage, video games, smartphones, toxic relationships and many more.
[Read more about Parent Night on Addiction with Glen Gerreyn]
Research Project
The Research Project is a SACE requirement undertaken by every student in the state. At USC, students undertake the project across a single semester in Year 11 (generally). For 2023, the results showed excellent achievement for our students.
Mental Health Month
In the spirit of Mental Health Month, Paws and Claws Adoption Inc made a heart-warming visit to USC. Mental Health Month, four lively puppies visited the school.
Year 12 SATAC Parent Night
Hear what the USC parents have to say about our recent Year 12 SATAC Parent Night.
Year 10 Family Night
Our USC community was excited to welcome new Year 10 2024 families for an introductory session on transitioning into USC for Year 10 in 2024 as well as meeting key USC staff.
Year 10 at USC
Hear what University Senior College Year 10 students have to say about their USC experience this year in Year 10 at USC.