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Winter Wellness Week

Posted on Jul 18 2023 by a1204628

University Senior College SRC and other interested students organised a Winter Wellness Week.

Mid-year Year 11 Students Orientation

Posted on Jul 14 2023 by a1204628

In June the mid-year intake of new Year 11 students to University Senior College for Semester 2 spent the day at their new school for Orientation. The day included tours of the University Senior College Jordan Building and Gawler Place campuses, The Hub, Barr-Smith Library, as well as spending time with Year 11 Dean of Student Experience David Place and Year 11 Mentoring Support Michael Jacobsen to learn about the school; and get their IT access and devices set-up and ID photos taken. Many thanks to Michelle, Penny, and Lisa for their help on the day with our newest Year 11 students!

USC Formal Real News 2023

Posted on Jul 12 2023 by a1204628

See the highlights and hear what the students thought of the USC Formal 2023.

Parliamentary tour with Member for Adelaide, Lucy Hood MP

Posted on Jul 10 2023 by a1204628

University Senior College students were treated to a reception, presentation and parliamentary tour with Member for Adelaide, Lucy Hood MP. They engaged in debate, asked questions, and heard about the history of the institution. Everyone was very engaged and Lucy was impressed by the knowledge and passion of our students.

Year 11 Chemistry investigated cross-linking polymers

Posted on Jul 7 2023 by a1204628

University Senior College Year 11 Chemistry students investigated the effect of a cross-linking agent on the physical properties of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). Investigations of this nature are important as cross-linking polymers have many applications in medicine, new battery technology, and the generation of ‘green’ fuels such as hydrogen.

Week of Action

Posted on Jul 5 2023 by a1204628

University Senior College Year 10s completed some career workshops during the Week of Action. They looked at allied health careers including occupational therapy and tested their ability to tie their shoelaces with their non-dominant hand. They also did some app programming to create a quick version of whack-a-mole.

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Vinnie’s CEO Sleepout

Posted on Jul 3 2023 by a1204628

Thank you once again for supporting me to fundraise for the Vinnie’s CEO Sleepout. I have taken part in this event for quite a few years now and this experience really allows me to reflect how vulnerable people must feel out there night after night.

Lowitja O'Donoghue Oration

Posted on Jun 30 2023 by a1204628

USC Year 12 students, Jasmine, Lucy, Anjali, Harper, and Jessica attended the Lowitja O'Donoghue Oration presented by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Georgia O'Keeffe's artwork as influence

Posted on Jun 28 2023 by a1204628

After visiting the Botanic Gardens and using Georgia O'Keeffe's artwork as influence, University Senior College students produced their own innovative artwork focusing on nature.