NURA GILI INDIGENOUS PROGRAMS UNIT

UNSW SYDNEY | UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA

T +61(2) 9385 3805 | F +61 (2) 9385 3534 | ABN 57 195 873 179 | CRICOS Provider Code 00098G

SYDNEY | CANBERRA | AUSTRALIA

The words Nura Gili are from the language of the Eora people, Nura meaning ‘place’ and

Gili meaning ‘fire/light’. Nura Gili at UNSW brings together these concepts to create the

meaning ‘place of fire and light’.

The theme of place remains important to the many cultures of Indigenous Australia. It is

therefore important for Indigenous Programs at UNSW to acknowledge and recognise the

very place that we have all come together to work, share, study and learn.

The site of Indigenous Programs at UNSW is located near a 8000 year old camp site

within the grounds of Prince of Wales Hospital. The site holds significance as a place of

gathering, meeting, teaching, sharing and as a place where the ancient people taught

Aboriginal culture and history.

The concept of a fireplace and fire in general reflects a warm, relaxed and nurturing

environment created by age-old fires many years ago and recreated today by the staff and

students of the Indigenous Programs. The idea that there is a place in UNSW where a fire

is burning, a place where people can come to gather and share is indeed the inspiration,

drive and purpose for all involved with Nura Gili at UNSW.

The logo was designed by Lucy Simpson a Yuwaalaraay woman, and

graduate of a Bachelor of Design from the College of Fine Arts, UNSW. The

inspiration for the design comes primarily from the importance and

significance of the place. The design draws on aspects of the flame such as

the warmth, which is represented through colours.

A symbolic representation of fire, is quite organic and fluid, yet strong and

powerful in its structure. The heart of the flame is represented in the centre

of the design, and is symbolic of the coming together of the Nura Gili

Student Centre and Resource Centre. It may also represent both members

from the Indigenous and non-Indigenous community coming together to learn and share.

NURA GILI INDIGENOUS PROGRAMS UNIT

UNSW SYDNEY | UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA

T +61(2) 9385 3805 | F +61 (2) 9385 3534 | ABN 57 195 873 179 | CRICOS Provider Code 00098G

SYDNEY | CANBERRA | AUSTRALIA

Congratulations on registering to attend the 2017 UNSW Year 12 Aboriginal and Torres

Strait Islander Info Day. Our Info Day is a great opportunity for you to receive the right

information about your degree choices, scholarships, accommodation, student life, entry

pathways and more. You will have the opportunity to interact and chat face to face with

faculty staff, UNSW service providers and current UNSW students as well being taken on

guided tours through our campus and hotel style accommodation facilities.

The day is designed to bring awareness of UNSW and Nura Gili programs; create a

stronger focus on higher education; build a relationship between yourself, a prospective

UNSW student and current UNSW students; assist in closing the gap between

transitioning from high school to university and inform you of opportunities and entry

pathways into degree programs at UNSW.

We hope this day will inspire you to think about your choices, motivate and inspire you,

have many of your questions answered and empower you believe in your ability to be and

do anything you set your mind to.

If you have any questions between now and the info day please feel free to contact me

anytime.

We look forward to meeting you on Wed, 23rd August 2017.

Kind Regards, Leearna Williams Student Recruitment Officer Nura Gili Indigenous Programs Unit Balnaves Place - Home of Nura Gili LG, Electrical Engineering Building UNSW Australia UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA T: +61 (2) 9385 8306 M: +61 448 115 235 F: +61 (2) 9385 3534 E: leearna@unsw.edu.au W: nuragili.unsw.edu.au

NURA GILI INDIGENOUS PROGRAMS UNIT

UNSW SYDNEY | UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA

T +61(2) 9385 3805 | F +61 (2) 9385 3534 | ABN 57 195 873 179 | CRICOS Provider Code 00098G

SYDNEY | CANBERRA | AUSTRALIA

UNSW is located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney in Kensington. We are minutes away from the city and are easily accessible from Central Station and other major transportation hubs located throughout Sydney. The best way to get to UNSW is via bus from Eddy Avenue at Central Station on the 891 express buses. Please check with Sydney buses for the best route from where you are travelling from. http://www.sydneybuses.info/ If you are travelling by taxi or being dropped off the best spot to be dropped off is at Gate 14 entrance on Barker Street. Please note: Nura Gili will be providing a pick up services from Central Station and parking vouchers for those driving. Please inform Nura Gili if you require a parking voucher. We have also attached a campus map for your convenience.

We ask that all participants wear their school uniform on the day. This will allow us to easily identify you as being part of our group. The weather in Sydney is unpredictable during this time so please bring an umbrella or raincoat if you wish.

We kindly ask you to arrive at Nura Gili by 8.50am. All participants will be required to register on the day. Registrations will take place at Nura Gili, map ref G17. Please refer to map for directions. At registration you will:

Be greeted by our amazing student ambassadors

Sign-in

Receive a badge with your name and school on it. You will be required to wear this throughout the day.

Receive a welcome pack that will contain important information about UNSW and some goodies.

A bottle of water to keep you going throughout the day. At the end of the program, you will be required to sign-out.

NURA GILI INDIGENOUS PROGRAMS UNIT

UNSW SYDNEY | UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA

T +61(2) 9385 3805 | F +61 (2) 9385 3534 | ABN 57 195 873 179 | CRICOS Provider Code 00098G

SYDNEY | CANBERRA | AUSTRALIA

All participants, parents and teachers will be provided with morning tea, lunch and small snacks throughout the day. Beverages will also be provided throughout the day. Please inform Nura Gili of any dietary requirements that you have not already included on your registration form.

Presentations will be held in the Old Main Building, Room G31, campus map ref K15.

Please refer to map for directions.

If you choose to bring mobile phones or any other equipment, you do so at your own risk. Nura Gili will not be responsible for lost or stolen equipment. We kindly ask that phones not be used during presentations, faculty visits and whilst on the campus tour.

To ensure the safety of participants, leaving the premises without staff supervision is not permitted and participants must follow the directions of staff and ambassadors at all times.

Name Role Number

Leearna Williams Student Recruitment Officer

02 9385 8306 0435 079 154

Rebekah Torrens Student Support Officer 02 9385 1642

Alternate contacts:

Name Role Number

Alicia Smith Administrative Assistant 02 9385 3805

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Nura Gili on 02 9385 3805 or email

leearna@unsw.edu.au

TIME ITEM PRESENTER

9:00am – 9:10am Welcome & Introduction TBC

DEGREE’S AT UNSW

9:10am – 9.25am Business TBC

9.25am – 9:40am Engineering TBC

9:40am – 9:55am Arts & Social Sciences TBC

9:55am – 10:10am Science TBC

10:10am – 10:25am Indigenous Studies TBC

ACCOMMODATION TOUR

10:30am – 11:30am Accommodation Tour TBC

11:40am – 12:10pm Lunch

12:15pm – 12:20pm Welcome back TBC

DEGREE’S AT UNSW CONTINUED

12:20pm – 12:35pm Built Environment TBC

12:35pm – 12:50pm Law TBC

12:50pm – 1:05pm Medicine TBC

1:05pm – 1:20pm Art & Design TBC

1:20pm – 1:35pm ADFA TBC

1:35pm – 1:45pm 10min break

STUDENT LIFE

1:45pm – 1:55pm UNSW Indigenous Student Experience

TBC

1:55pm – 2:05pm Arc: Student Life TBC

2:05pm – 2:15pm Scholarships TBC

2:15pm – 2:25pm Accommodation Abstudy: Residential Costs Options

TBC

GAINING ENTRY TO UNSW

2:25pm – 2:35pm Universities Admissions Centre (UAC)

TBC

2:35pm – 2:55pm UNSW Indigenous Preparatory Programs & Indigenous Admission Scheme

TBC

FINAL QUESTIONS

2:55pm – 3:00pm Q&A TBC

STALLS MARKET

3:05pm – 4:00pm Stalls Market @ Nura Gili

TBC

*Please note, running order is subject to change

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NURA GILI INDIGENOUS PROGRAMS UNIT

UNSW SYDNEY | UNSW SYDNEY NSW 2052 AUSTRALIA

T +61(2) 9385 3805 | F +61 (2) 9385 3534 | ABN 57 195 873 179 | CRICOS Provider Code 00098G

SYDNEY | CANBERRA | AUSTRALIA

We look forward to meeting you at the 2017 UNSW Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander Info Day.

If you have any questions before the info day please contact:

Leearna Williams Student Recruitment Officer T: (02) 9385 8306 M: 0435 079 154 E: leearna@unsw.edu.au W: nuragili.unsw.edu.au

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