Resi Bulletin - Exam Week 2

Exam Week 2– Tri 2 Your official bulletin for all the latest resi news and events info!

Serious Incidents on Res The end of trimester on res can often prompt large gatherings and celebrations. While we understand the importance of commemorating the end of exams, we would like to emphasise the importance of celebrating respectfully and taking responsibility for your actions.

A number of serious incidents have occured this trimester including graffiti at BSV, oranges being thrown from high-rise windows at MB and the defecation incident in the male rec room toilets. These sorts of actions simply should not happen as they are not part of having fun and enjoying time with your friends.

The culprits for all of these incidents have been found and these students are now dealing with the consequences and relevant charges.

For this reason, if an incident is to unfortunately occur, it is always better to come forward and own up to Residences staff immediately.

Incidents such as these can affect not only your place on res, but your place at the university if management choose to pursue the matter.

We strongly advise to be respectful of one another, residences property and your own safety while celebrating the end of the year.

Not Too Late to Stay!

Want to save the hassle of moving? Want to save money on rent?

Why not stay on res over summer!

You don’t need to be studying!

If it is your third trimester staying on Res (so you are here for T1 and T2 2014 as well) - you get 10% off rent for the entire of Trimester Three!

It’s not too late to put in a T3 app!

Simply log onto the Residences Portal via the resi homepage: http://www.deakin.edu.au/residences

You can also extend your T2 lease for several days/weeks/months! Come and speak to reception if interested!

Don’t forget 2015 applications are also now open via the Portal!!

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Resi Cold Rock Need some delicious dessert to keep you going?

There will be Resi Cold Rock TOMORROW (Weds 15th October) in MB rec room at 7.30pm! (Bring a bowl and spoon!)

So come down to the rec room for a break, a game and a snack!

All ressies welcome!

No Payment, No results!

It is essential to pay your resi fees on time.

If you fail to pay your fees on time, your academic results will be blocked and you will not be able to access them or re-enrol until all overdue fees are paid in full.

Donating or Disposing If you have unwanted clothes or non-perishable food,

please bring them to reception so we can donate them to charity.

If you have large unwanted rubbish, please make good use of the big skips located near the futsal court and the BSV car park!

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Noise/Guest/Party-Free Period Residences must observe the party/guest/noise-free period until 4pm Friday 24 October.

Breaches of the party, guest & noise-free policy will NOT be tolerated and a $100 charge will apply.

Breaches include: 

guests (registered or not)

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noisy gatherings

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noise when coming home late

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using BSV basketball court (except between 2-4pm)

The successful completion of the trimester is dependent on all residents showing consideration and respect for each other.

Your cooperation is sought to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to do well in their exams.

Weekly Challenge Congratulations to Tayla Cameron for being the first to come to reception and correctly identify how many of the Resi Office team (week-day and week-end staff) are living or have lived on res at Burwood? (8: Jono, Jack, Alex, Kate, Ash, Joh, Amy and John.)

To win a Hoyts movie voucher, please be the first to come to reception and answer the following correctly: Q. How many laundries are there in total on res?

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Clean Up Before You Check Out! No matter when you plan on checking out, you MUST leave your room/studio apartment in a clean and tidy state at the end of T2!

For those at BSV and the MB Shared Apartments, your RLs have created cleaning rosters for check-out.

You will not only be responsible for cleaning your bedroom, but communal areas as well.

Everyone in BSV and MB Shared Apartments will be assigned a specific cleaning task, so please see your RL as soon as possible for details on cleaning expectations.

If your room is left dirty or if you do not contribute to the cleaning of common areas, charges will apply and an encumbrance will be placed on your Deakin account. You will not be able to access your results or re-enrol until the charges are paid!

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Plans?

We are still very keen to hear what your plans are beyond T2!

If you haven’t already, please notify reception ASAP if you are: 

staying for T3 (Remember, you don’t have to be studying!)

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wishing to extend your stay for just a few extra days/weeks/months

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leaving earlier than November 3rd

This will assist us greatly with preparing rooms for incoming students.

Joke of the Week Q. What did one elevator say to the other?

A. I think I'm coming down with something!

If you have an appropriate joke or limerick that you’d like featured in the bulletin, send it through to Amy: amylong@deakin.edu.au

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Reclaim the Night march As part of the University’s End Violence against Women campaign, you are invited to join the annual Reclaim the Night march in Melbourne.

The Melbourne march starts at 6.30 pm on Saturday 18 October at the Brunswick Town Hall (corner of Dawson St and Sydney Rd).

Please meet us near the Deakin University ‘Equity and Diversity’ banner and ‘Deakin Allies’ banner between 6.00-6.10pm.

You can RSVP on the Reclaim the Night Facebook page.

For more information about Reclaim the Night, visit: http://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/administrative-divisions/ equity-diversity/end-violence-against-women

How to Reduce Exam Anxiety 

A good study routine and adequate preparation

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Ensure a balanced lifestyle with leisure activities built into your timetable.

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Adequate sleep patterns and good eating habits

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Challenge negative self talk.

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Introduce relaxation exercises into your daily

routine. A variety of different techniques including breathing exercises, visualisation and positive thinking can be useful.

For more information about these techniques, visit the counselling website at www.deakin.edu.au/counselling 7

Recipe of the Week Peanut chicken omelette Ingredients 

200g chicken breast fillet

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2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter

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1/4 cup coconut cream

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2 teaspoons soy sauce

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4 eggs

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1 green onion, thinly sliced

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20g butter

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1/2 long red chilli, thinly sliced

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1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves

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1 tablespoon crushed toasted peanuts

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lemon wedges, to serve

Method

1. Place chicken in a saucepan. Cover with cold water. Bring to the boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes. Remove from pan. Allow to cool slightly. Shred chicken.

2. Meanwhile, combine peanut butter, coconut cream and soy sauce in a microwavesafe bowl. Microwave on high (100%) for 30 seconds or until hot. Add chicken. Stir to coat. Cover to keep warm.

3. Beat eggs, onion and 2 tablespoons cold water in a bowl until combined. Melt half the butter in a small frying pan over medium high heat. Pour half the egg mixture into pan. Tilt pan so egg covers base. Cook for 1 minute or until almost set. Remove to a plate. Cover to keep warm. Repeat with remaining butter and egg mixture.

4. Top omelettes with chicken mixture, chilli, coriander and nuts. Serve with lemon wedges Please direct any queries to Resi Reception at bsradmin@deakin.edu.au or via extension 17671 8