Positive Futures XPO '09 - Northern Suburbs

At: The Playford Civic Centre,
Playford Boulevard Elizabeth
On: Tuesday 11th August 2009
Time: 10am–3pm & 5pm-7pm.

Positive Futures XPO ‘09 is an interactive and informative day for people with disabilities.

- Info about resources for people with a disability in the Playford, Salisbury and Tea Tree Gully Council areas

- Raise awareness of issues related to employment

- Info for people with a disability making a transition to the workplace

Case Study: Nick McNair - Bachelor of Social Work graduate with mental illness

I find things are looking bright these days. I’ve finished my Social Work degree and have my mind set on one day working in social research. But it’s been a challenging and scary ride at times. I have suffered a long-term battle with depression. I’ve seen periods of extreme highs and severe lows, which has made it hard for me to find a balance in life. During university, I struggled with a lot of social barriers...

Want to read more??
http://www.adcet.edu.au/View.aspx?id=5826

Any one experiencing mental health issues or knows some one who is?

Have a look at the Mental Illness Fellowship of SA web site, (below)


http://www.mifsa.org/

They provide a host of support and educational services.

Let me know of your experiences with this organisation.

Cheers
Dallas

Important exam news: Students with disabilities

Tour of alternative exam venue:

Are you a student with a Disability Access plan that states you are having your exam in an Alternative Venue?
Would you like to have a look at the new alternative venue at City West campus before the exams start?
If so…just turn up at:

City West Campus
Barbara Hanrahan Building
BH 3-23 (Student Lounge)

When: Friday June 19th
Time: 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Disability Advisers from all campuses will be there to answer any questions you have.

Campus Map
http://www.unisa.edu.au/about/campuses/cwmap.asp

Remember to bring a copy of your ACCESS PLAN to all exams you attend.

Important exam news: Students with disabilities

Change of exam venue:

For students who have a Disability Access Plan and are scheduled to sit exams at the ‘Alternative Venue’ (as indicated on their Disability Access Plan)

Alternative Venue for Study Period 2 2009

City West Campus
Barbara Hanrahan Building
BH 3-23 (Student Lounge)

Campus Map
http://www.unisa.edu.au/about/campuses/cwmap.asp

Students who require designated Accessible Parking are advised to contact Campus Security on 8302 0000

If you have any queries or concerns please email disability@unisa.edu.au as soon as possible.