Celebrating 25 Years of UWS
Graduation day guide
The University of Western Sydney congratulates all the graduands participating in Graduation. We extend a warm welcome to you and your family and friends. Congratulations! In this guide you will find a brief summary of information about graduation day.
Arrival, registration and regalia Graduands must arrive and register at Building EB no later than 1.5 hours before the beginning of their ceremony. Here they will receive their seat allocation, guest tickets, graduation book and their hired or purchased regalia. A maximum of four tickets are issued to each graduand for their guests. No extra tickets are available by request under any circumstances. »» Guests with tickets must be at the auditorium entrance door no later than 30 minutes prior to the beginning of the ceremony. »» Children over the age of two must occupy their own seat and count as a guest for ticketing purposes. Due to fire regulations, prams are not permitted in the auditorium, however storage is available upon entry to the auditorium.
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The ceremony Graduands will need to enter the auditorium 30 minutes before their ceremony starts so they can be seated in the correct seat and watch a short demonstration on how to cross the stage. During the ceremony graduands will be asked to stand and their awards will be conferred. Graduands will then be called, row by row to await individual presentation in sequence. A UWS staff member will complete a final check of each row. It is important that graduands remain in their allocated seat to ensure their name is called in the correct order.
Length of ceremonies UWS graduation ceremonies typically run for 1 to 1.5 hours. All graduates are required to remain in the auditorium until the conclusion of the ceremony. Graduands, family and friends are invited to join us for complimentary refreshments in the marquee after the ceremony to celebrate.
Regalia return All hired regalia must be returned to building EB within 45 minutes of the conclusion of your ceremony. The Graduation Seat Allocation and Receipt of Regalia Return slip must be stamped by the Graduation Team as proof of regalia return. For more information about what to expect on the day please go to uws.edu.au/attendyourceremony We hope you enjoy the day.
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National Anthem
Australians all let us rejoice, For we are young and free; We’ve golden soil and wealth for toil; Our home is girt by sea; Our land abounds in nature’s gifts Of beauty rich and rare; In history’s page, let every stage Advance Australia Fair. In joyful strains then let us sing, Advance Australia Fair
Order of Proceedings
Welcome and information for graduands Entry of the academic procession National Anthem Welcome from Chancellor Conferral of awards Presentation of awards to graduands Presentation of honorary awards* Guest speaker Presentation of awards to graduands Closing address Academic procession leaves auditorium, followed by graduates
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Congratulations on the recent completion of your course. This is a very important milestone in your life and we know that a UWS degree will provide you with a strong foundation for a successful life and career. At your graduation ceremony we ask that you to take part in the Australian Graduate Survey (AGS), a national survey which asks you to tell us about your plans for your career or further study. It will also ask you to identify the aspects of your university experience that you value most. The results of the survey are used by UWS to identify areas of good practice and also aspects for further development. On the day of your Graduation you will be asked to complete a questionnaire about your experiences at UWS. Surveys are completed during the registration process in the April & September graduation rounds, December graduation surveys are sent via mail. This should only take a few minutes to complete. Your response remains anonymous.
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ALUMNI MEMBERSHIP Welcome to the UWS Alumni Community! As a new graduate today you become a valued member of our alumni community, establishing the first links in a life long connection with your University. The University of Western Sydney (UWS) holds our alumni in high esteem, taking pride in each graduate as you progress beyond your studies and into your chosen career. Assisting more than 150,000 graduates, we aim to ensure all alumni stay connected with UWS. Update your details, join Alumni Chapters, and stay connected with your University at
www.uws.edu.au/NewAlumni
GRADLIFE MEMBERSHIP Your personalised GradLife membership card provided to you today identifies you as a member of the UWS Alumni Community, and gives you access to a wide range of benefits, offers and discounts! To find out more about what being a member of GradLife has to offer, visit:
www.uws.edu.au/GradLife
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Make your career happen! Are you seeking employment more closely related to your degree? Stay in touch with UWS Careers and start advancing your career today. » Access to graduate opportunities » Gain exclusive paid, degree-relevant internships » Advance your career prospects through career development and advice
Select ‘Yes’ to CareerHub when signing up for Alumni. www.uws.edu.au/newalumni
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‘I can afford to buy books and not be ashamed that I might have to ask for financial assistance.’ Mereti Kaisuva, UWS Community Scholarship recipient
As you explore and enjoy everything life has to offer after university, think of how you can give back. For just $25 a year you can support students like Mereti, experiencing financial hardship. Give as you go.
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your gift Make an online Graduation Gift at www.uws.edu.au/graduationgift Give as you go plan $25/year for 4 years
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Please return your completed form to: UWS Advancement and Alumni, Parramatta Campus, Reply Paid 75953, PENRITH NSW 2751
contact UWS Advancement and Alumni Phone: +61 2 9685 9511 Fax: +61 2 9685 9510 Email: giving@uws.edu.au
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Campus services for a memorable graduation FOOD Whether its the sensational modern Australian cuisine of the BOILERHOUSE, delectable treats of the Bakehouse, or whether you’re looking to relax with an award winning coffee, Parramatta campus has food services available to cater to your needs this graduation. Visit uwsfood.com.au for more information.
FLORIST A perfect accompaniment to your Graduation Day photos, fresh flowers available with a number of Graduation bouquet arrangements to suit your needs.
MEMORABILIA Commemorate your graduation with a wide selection of UWS Official Memorabilia including glassware, pens & soft toys. Visit oftheuniversitystore.com.au University Western Sydney
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Celebrate your time at UWS with official UWS giftware and merchandise. FREE DELIVERY WHEN YOU ORDER ONLINE
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Documents Testamur The testamur includes the graduate’s full name as recorded in the student management system, the name of the award, the name of any key program(s) (where applicable), certain majors, any class of honours, awards with distinction, the date of conferral and a unique UWS registration number. The graduate’s testamur is issued under the University’s Seal, is conferred by the Board of Trustees and signed by the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor and Academic Registrar. Please note there can only be one testamur for each award in circulation at any time.
The Australian Higher Education Graduation Statement (AHEGS) provides information on the course of study undertaken, details of a student’s academic achievements, information on the university at which the degree was undertaken and details of the Australian higher education system. The AHEGS is a document given to students with their testamur at graduation. To order additional copies, please visit uws.edu.au/graddocs
Award Verification Service The UWS Award Verification Service is an online database containing the name, conferral date and award title of past UWS graduates. The database is updated one week after your graduation. If your potential employer or an employment agency needs to verify your gradation details with UWS, direct them to use this quick, easy and free online service. uws.edu.au/avs
Academic transcript An academic transcript is the formal written record of all study undertaken at UWS and includes all results achieved. If you require a transcript of results for all attempted units during your study at UWS, please make an order through iPay: uws.edu.au/graddocs In the event you misplace any UWS document, please visit the UWS website for information. uws.edu.au/graduations
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Parramatta Campus The University of Western Sydney’s Parramatta Campus is a true community campus. Its historic buildings – the oldest which dates back to 1813 – means the campus forms a vital part of Sydney’s cultural heritage. The jewel of the campus is the Female Orphan School – the oldest three-storey brick building in Australia, and the nation’s oldest public building. The Female Orphan School began its life as a refuge for young orphan girls in 1818, and then became a hospital for the mentally ill from 1888 until the 1980s. Now this heritage treasure is open to the community. We also encourage you to visit other parts of the historic Parramatta campus at your leisure.
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Present below voucher at one of the coffee outlets on the day of graduation to receive your complimentary coffee.
Complimentary coffee voucher
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Complimentary coffee voucher