Resi Weekly - Tri 2- Week 2

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

Res Leadership Info Night Are you interested in taking on a leadership role at res in 2015?

We will be running an information session about Residential Leaders and the BEARS committees on Monday 4th August at 6.45pm.

Attending this session is mandatory if you wish to be eligible to apply.

You will need to bring your Deakin Card to the session as this is how we will be registering your attendance.

So come along and learn more about how you can get involved and make a difference in the res community!

Resi Merchandise!

SafeZone App SafeZone is a free app for all students and staff, that connects you directly to the Deakin security team when you need help while you are on campus.

Please never hesitate to use this app to contact security any time you:    

feel threatened or unsafe see someone you feel is acting suspiciously are the victim of an assault or robbery in need of First Aid or Help in less urgent situations.

When you raise an alarm or call for help, all on-campus security team members will be alerted to your situation and location so that they can coordinate to help you quickly and effectively.

For more info and to download the app, please go to: http://www.deakin.edu.au/services/security/ 2

Free Hypnotherapy Session Learn about how hypnotherapy can help you STOP SMOKING! David Allan, a counsellor and hypnotherapist, is giving a free talk about hypnotherapy, what to expect and how it can help you quit smoking.

Please complete the registration form by August 8th by following the link: http://www.deakin.edu.au/health/rego/hypnotherapy-info.php 12 AUGUST @ 2 PM – Building HD2.006

Essence Of Student Life Expo

The ESSENCE Expo promotes health and wellbeing with a particular focus on mental health.

The ESSENCE Expo between 12 midday and 2 pm on the 7 August Burwood, Central Precinct During the Expo, there will be FREE food and entertainment (thanks to DUSA) and FREE massage.

Random PRIZES throughout the event will occur and you will have a chance to win an IPAD (thanks to BUPA).

For more information visit: http://www.deakin.edu.au/students/get-involved/calendar-of-events/essence

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4U Mobile Hair and Beauty The formal dinner is fast approaching and this hairdresser is available for home visits throughout Melbourne!

Jigna offers after-hours and week-end appointments to cater for everyone’s different schedules!

Services include:        

Haircuts Hair colours Foils Hair treatments/hair spa Facial Blow dry Straightening Waxing

Haicuts from $10!

Hair colour from $30!

Waxing from $10!

For bookings or queries, please call or text Jigna: 0430 477 402.

Volunteers Wanted for Biscuit Sales!

Want to help disadvantaged kids?

Got time on Saturday 2 August?

Whitehorse Community Chest is raising funds for the Kids In Need program Saturday at Bunnings in Vermont South If you can help, ring Louisa on 9894 4744 or email info@whitehorsecommunitychest.org.au

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Sexual Health The Facts about Chlamydia What is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is a common sexually transmissible infection (STI). If someone has Chlamydia they can pass it on to another person during unprotected sex. Both men and women can carry this infection.

How do I know if I have Chlamydia? The majority of men and women who have Chlamydia infection don’t know it because they have no symptoms and feel completely well. Only a small number of people with Chlamydia have symptoms. These might be:

Symptoms in Women: Abnormal vaginal bleeding when you are not have a period, or bleeding after sex, Vaginal discharge, Lower abdominal pain, particularly during sex, Stinging, pain or burning when urinating Symptoms in Men: Penile discharge, Stinging pain or burning when urination, Pain in the testes Watch this great clip for more information What’s involved in a sexual health check in Australia

Check Your Risk is another service designed to help you decide which tests you might need to check for STIs. It only takes about 3 minutes to complete.

Who can help ? 

Deakin Medical Centres – Free, Confidential and On campus, open Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm, Got a question send an email askanurse@deakin.edu.au

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Medical centres in your local area

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Melbourne Sexual Health Centre

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Family Planning Victoria

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International Student Advisor Clinic Are you seeking some advice? International Student Advisers can provide information on all of the below!: 

Get involved at Deakin

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Apply for a visa extension

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Apply for a new COE

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Find information about re-enrolment (current students only)

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Find out about health and wellbeing services at Deakin

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Apply for a break from my studies (intermission)

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Discontinue my studies at Deakin

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Apply for a Release from Deakin

Why not come to Building MB and speak with an advisor directly and privately about any of the above!

The next clinic will run TONIGHT at 4:30-5:30pm.

No appointment needed. Just come to Building MB and wait in the foyer!

Joke of the Week Q. What do you find at the end of everything?

A. The letter “g” 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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BEARS Profile 

Name: Corey Martin

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Nickname: cozza_angel

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Age: 19

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Hometown: Bendigo

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Course: Bachelor of Creative Art/Secondary Teaching

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Favourite food: Butter chicken - chicken in general

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Favourite movie: Fight Club

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Most memorable moment on res: Last night of Res 2013

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Dream job: Music Journalist

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If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?: Mexico, or New Orleans

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If you could have dinner with any one person, who would it be?: Saul Goodman

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What 3 things would you choose if you were stranded on a deserted island?: Boat, Water Purifier and a fully furnished house

Group Challenge Congratulations to Chelsea Nichols for being the first person to come to reception to answer the following question correctly and collect a free movie voucher!

Q: If you have a maintenance issue in your room/unit, how do you report it?

A. Go to the Residences homepage and click on “Resident Log-in” before following the prompts.

This week we have a group challenge!

Gather at least 20 unit/floor members to sit on a "U shaped" wooden bench on mutant way, take a photo and then show it to the reception front desk in person.

The winning group will receive a $100 Safeway letter for the next unit function!

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Recipe of the Week Indian spiced chicken with rice salad Serves 4

Ingredients  1/3 cup Pataks tandoori paste 

1/2 cup plain Greek-style yoghurt

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650g chicken thigh fillets, trimmed

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450g SunRice Basmati Rice

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1 Lebanese cucumber, diced

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1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves

Method 1. Combine tandoori paste and 2 tablespoons yoghurt together in a bowl. Add chicken. Stir to coat.

Cover. Refrigerate for 2 hours to marinate, if time permits.

2. Heat a barbecue plate or chargrill on medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4 minutes each side or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Cover with foil. Stand for 5 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, cook rice following packet directions. Transfer to a bowl. Add cucumber and coriander to bowl. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Serve chicken with rice salad and remaining yoghurt.

Please direct any queries to Resi Reception at bsradmin@deakin.edu.au or via extension 17671 8