Last week, we witnessed an impressive turnout of more than 70 ACU students at UniNationals on the Gold Coast, and we're thrilled to share some outstanding results. Congratulations to all the participants! For a comprehensive overview of how our teams performed, visit @acusport on Instagram.
As the impending exams draw near, we strongly encourage you to carve out some time for yourself. Take a break, attend an event, and relish the enjoyable activities that ACU has in store for you. Not a member of ACU Life yet? Be sure to log in (using your student email) so you don't miss out.
A special Happy Hour at the Track as we celebrate the footy finals. There will be a handball challenge plus you can put in your tips as to who wins the grand final and the margin. Student Life will be running a BBQ to keep everyone feed.
Join us in the Quad between 12pm - 1pm if you think you have what it takes to win our Rugby and NFL passing accuracy competition. Winners will be rewarded with a prize!
Join us for this annual Aquinas Campus event. Bring your pets to the area near the St Thomas Aquinas statue in the Quadrangle for a Blessing after Mass! Fr Eladio will be there to bless all of your beautiful pets - and we will all get to meet your precious pet!
The Aquinas Student Association (ASA)Boulders Ball is fast approaching on Friday 20 October 2023. Tickets have sold out which outlines the success of previous years. Enjoy a feast of delicious food, drinks (alcoholic & non-alcoholic), music and fun. For further information on transport and general information please reach out to Aquinas Student Association via email. Looking forward to celebrating a wonderful year!
Play basketball?
ACU is locked in to compete in the 2024 University Basketball League (UBL). This nationwide competition pits thirteen rival universities against one another and offers high-achieving students a chance to balance basketball and studies. ACU Sport is holding trials in Melbourne on 16 and 18 October, featuring sessions for both women (4:00pm - 5:00pm) and men (5:00pm - 6:00pm) at the rooftop sports court. For more information email admin.sport@acu.edu.au
Ignite Conference recap
It has been a big couple of weeks for the Campus Ministry crew, with two of the biggest Catholic youth conferences happening in Brisbane, followed by Sydney. Each conference had four full days of talks, workshops, stalls, merch and incredible rallies with live music. Photos here. It has been a transformative experience for many of our students, and if this interests you come talk to Campus Ministry about the next conference.
Residential Advisor:Support students to feel safe and settled while living in residence by building connections and encouraging their participation in residential activities and events. Applyby 2 October.
First Year Student Mentor: Provide peer mentorship to commencing students to support their successful transition to university life. Applyby 15 October.
PASS Leader: Facilitate weekly small group study sessions for first-year students. Applyby 15 October.
