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: [email protected] 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
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: [email protected] W: nuragili.unsw.edu.au
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