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Returning applications to live on

residences in 2016 are now OPEN.

Please apply online before 30th

September for 50 of 36 week lease.

***There is limited availability, so please make sure your application is in by 30th

September or you will miss your chance to live on campus next year***

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RAINBOW STUDENTS A social support group for LGBTI international students We would like to invite current international students to join us at the launch of RAIN-BOW STUDENTS, a new social support group celebrating diverse gender and sexuality. The launch will take place on:

Thursday, 24 September 5 – 7 PM Study Melbourne Student Centre, 599 Little Bourke St, Melbourne CBD

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/883645675054126/ This is a perfect opportunity for you to meet other students, share your stories, and socialise in a welcoming and supportive environment. There will be finger food, non alcoholic drinks, and some games too. This event is open to current international students who identify as gay, lesbian, bisex-ual, trans, intersex, queer/questioning, as well as their friends and allies. This is a discrimination free event. For more information, contact Tammy from Study Melbourne Student Centre via email Tammy.Vu@studymelbourne.vic.gov.au or on 03 8383 6401.

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Q: Why did the stadium get so

hot after the game?

A: All the fans left

Be the first to answer the following question at resi reception and win a

movie voucher!

Q: Where is the Health and Wellbeing Centre located?

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International Finance Study Program India

This international study program offers a fantastic opportunity over two weeks to visit some of the world’s most influential financial centres and institutions. It combines traditional study with experiential learning and runs during T3 (November/December). This year students will visit, Mumbai, the financial capital of In-dia. Not only the financial capital, Mumbai is very well known for its vibrant film industry- dazzling Bolly-wood. The program will involve lectures at HR College of Commerce, where students will be taught finance from the leading faculty in Mumbai.

Students will have the opportunity to interact with the local commerce students and from a practical training

perspective, students will visit Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) which is the oldest stock exchange of Asia to

understand the intricacies of trading in stock markets. Student will also visit the National Commodities Deriv-

atives Exchange (NCDEX), a leading derivatives exchange, which is specialised in trading of agricultural de-

rivatives products. Students will also get to participate in cultural visits which include a trip to the Taj Mahal

in Agra.

UNIT DETAILS

This program will be conducted in intensive mode while students are in India. All content will be delivered during the two-week program; all classes, industry visits and guest lectures are compulsory, unless otherwise indicated by the academic coordinator. The unit offered is Unit – MFT306

Pre-requisite:

Participants must have successfully completed either MAF202 or MAF203

Unit Chair:

Dr Bob Li

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TRAVEL DETAILS

Participants must travel with the study group to begin the program in India. Additional individual travel arrange-ments may be made after the conclusion of the academic program. Any travel or accommodation costs outside the program dates will incur additional costs beyond the quoted price.

The approximate cost of the 2015 International Finance Tour will be A$5200.

Study Tour Inclusions:

Economy class air travel with Thai Airways

All Departure/Security/Airport taxes

Airline Fuel Surcharges

3 x nights accommodation in New Delhi, including breakfast

10 x nights accommodation in Mumbai, including breakfast

Economy class air travel from New Delhi to Mumbai

Full day sightseeing tour to Taj Mahal including buffet lunch

Assistance with check-in at Melbourne Airport by a Reho Travel representative

Exclusive Tour Luggage tags and ticket wallets.

Items not included in the price and that students should allow for are:

unit tuition fees

passport fees

spending money

Meals not specified on the itinerary.

Visa for entry into India

Funding available

Important dates 25 September 2015: Application closing date 2 October 2015: Deposit due TBC: Final payment due Early November 2015: Compulsory pre-departure session 23 November 2015: Departure date 6 December 2015: Final day of the program Contact us Study tour enquiries: bltours@deakin.edu.au Academic enquiries: bob.li@deakin.edu.au

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Stress Buster

Presented by: Christine Heart

Savage

Sleep Well

Presented by: Dr. Stan Rodski

These sessions are designed to help during the busy exam period.

‘Stress Buster’ is an interactive session to give you the tips and tricks

to reduce stress. While ‘Sleep Well’ gives you insights into how you can

better manage your energy throughout the day. Both sessions combined

will ensure a stress free exam period!

DINNER @

We thank you for your understanding with ongoing works on the

new accommodation construction site this week and as a thank

you, we are offering a free meal to all our resi’s on Friday

25th September at the Diner - Strictly 5-7pm

THIS FRIDAY

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Thursday, 24th September

(7:00am—11:00am )

Diner’s Big Breakfast + LARGE coffee $18

Thursday, 24th September

ALL DAY WAFFLES!!!

Classic/Sweet/Savoury

Next Week

Keep an eye out for Annie’s SUPER HOTDOGS!!!

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4 (about 200g each)

coliban potatoes, un-

peeled

80ml (1/3 cup) taco sauce

90g (1/3 cup) light sour

cream

1 avocado, halved, stone

removed and coarsely

chopped

Step 1

Line a microwave-safe plate with paper towel. Use a fork to prick the

coliban potatoes, unpeeled, all over. Place potatoes on the lined plate.

Cook in microwave on High/800watts/ 100% for 15 minutes or until ten-

der. Set aside for 3 minutes or until cool enough to handle.

Step 2

Use a sharp knife to cut the top off each potato. Discard the tops. Di-

vide taco sauce, light sour cream and avocado among the potatoes. Sea-

son with pepper to serve.