Deakin College

🔥 GEELONG STUDENTS 🔥
It’s going DOWN at The Lounge!
Nerf Gun Battle Royale is on 💥

📅 Thursday 4 June
🕔 5–8pm
📍 239 Malop St, Geelong

Lock in, gear up, and battle it out 😎🔫

Overthinking as a student? Have a listen to our student-led podcast below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mx4UZQdMy_0

If you’re struggling with overthinking, anxiety, or other wellbeing issues, please reach out for support:
• Deakin College Counselling
• Deakin University Counselling
• Managing Anxiety
• Stress Management

For more information, visit www.deakincollege.edu.au/current-students/wellbeing

💸 Pizza, friends, and finance tips? Count us in 🍕

Join PeerLink on Wednesday 13th May at 3PM for a relaxed session on managing your finances as a student. Learn some helpful money tips, enjoy free pizza or snacks, and connect with other students!

📍 Burwood Campus: LA3.205
📍 Waurn Ponds Campus: KA5.313

All students are welcome - bring a friend! 🙌

SWIPE ACROSS FOR WATERFRONT ➡️

Week 10 just got a whole lot better 👀🍜

Need a quick study break? Come by reception and grab FREE cup noodles + snacks while you recharge, refuel, and get through the final stretch of trimester 💪

📍 Waurn Ponds - Wednesday 6 May | 10am–4pm
📍 Waterfront - Thursday 7 May | 10am–3pm

No registrations, no catch... just free food and good vibes 😋

See you there!

Stretch it out, reset your mind and move your body 🧘‍♀️💫

Health Sciences students at Burwood, your FREE Pilates class is here!
Come along, de-stress, and score exclusive Deakin Active perks 👀

✔ Free class
✔ Free 5-day pass just for attending
✔ Free 1-week membership if you sign up on the spot

Register in the link below and see you on 8 May 💙

https://events.humanitix.com/deakin-college-free-pilates-class

Are you interested in investing!? 💵

Join our 'Beginner Investing' session designed to help you understand the game!

Date: Monday 4 May
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Online via Zoom (register through online form)

🔗 Link to register: https://forms.gle/fUqfKvefcF1Ady1J6

There is a new student experience podcast for international students! 🎙️

'Student Concerns' is developed by international students for international students here at Deakin College. ✨

Tune in as Muhammad Farhan and Ruwanma answer your questions, spill some insights, and keep it real at Deakin College 👀 The first episode is now available on YouTube.. check out the link in our bio to watch 🔗

Drop your thoughts in the feedback form (be nice pls 😅), and if you wanna join us or be the next speaker, sign up using the volunteer link 👇
Feedback: https://forms.gle/B4Qgs3T1RJkZJRqf8
Join us: https://forms.gle/De5L79E2Nwy4rt4dA
YouTube URL: https://youtu.be/sRDNcyfhRio?si=-2OxSzKPDlgFDy32

🎲 Game on! 🎉

Join us for an afternoon of fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition at our Game Event! Whether you're a board game pro or just in it for the vibes (and the free pizza 🍕), there's something for everyone.

📅 April 29
⏰ 3 - 4PM
📍 LA Level 3 Atrium, Burwood Campus

Bring your friends, meet new ones, and let the games begin. Everyone’s welcome so don’t miss it!

Ready to share your story? 🌏✨

Education has the power to change everything and at Deakin College, we’ve seen it happen time and time again. From building confidence to opening doors you never thought possible, your journey could inspire others and take you all the way to Colombo!

To enter, simply share:
• A brief story about how education at Deakin College transformed your life
• A 60-second short video that brings your story to life
• A clear, high-quality portrait photo of yourself (no group photos)

IMPORTANT: Submit by June 5
✈️ You could WIN a trip to Colombo in September 2026!

HOW TO ENTER?
👉 Click the link below to enter:
study.navitas.com/lives-transformed

Feeling a little homesick or overwhelmed? You’re not alone 💚

Join us at Peerlink for real conversations, helpful tips and support from students who get it. Plus… snacks 😉

📅 Wednesday, 22 April
⏰ 3PM

See you there!

Important update when checking your HELP balance!

From late April 2026, you will need a Digital ID, (myID) to log in to the myHELPbalance website.

myID is the Australian Government’s official digital ID used across systems like myGov.

If you already have a standard strength myID, you don’t need to create a new one – but you will need to link it to myHELPbalance the first time you log in.

Set up your myID via the link in our bio link 🔗

Link: www.myid.gov.au/

Send us your questions and get real answers and support!

Click on the link in our bio and send us your questions and concerns about College/Uni life 💻

🎳 Ready to roll?

Join us for a FREE Deakin College Social Event at Laserquest in Geelong CBD!
Come along, knock down some pins, meet new people and enjoy a fun mid-week break 🙌

🗓 Tuesday 21 April
⏰ 6–7 PM
📍 Laserquest, Geelong CBD

All Waterfront & Waurn Ponds students are welcome!

Bring your friends and your best bowling skills!

Spots are limited, so don’t forget to check out the link in our bio to secure your free ticket 🎟️

🏀 Ready to ball? Join the Burwood Student Committee Basketball Session!

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just keen for a fun run around, this is your chance to get active, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition 🙌

📅 Wednesday 15th April
⏰ 3–4PM
📍 Basketball courts near LA Building

Everyone is welcome and bring your friends and your game face 😎

Spots are limited, so don’t forget to register via the link in our Link Tree:
linktr.ee/deakincollege

Competition time for Waterfront! 📸

To enter from the Waterfront campus, see the relevant link: linktr.ee/deakincollege

Competition Time at Waurn Ponds! 📸

To enter, upload your photo in the link on our Link Tree: linktr.ee/deakincollege

Academic Writing Bootcamp with Snack!

When? Today at 3pm!

Where to find us?
Burwoord at LA3.205
Waurn Ponds at KA5.313
Waterfron at TC2.004

Take a photo of your best budget friendly Autumn meal to earn a $30 gift card!

Submit you photo on the link in our bio 🔗

A great opportunity for those interested in a writing bootcamp at Deakin College Burwood!

Voices, stories, and poetry from every corner of the world 🌍✨

Join us for an afternoon where language has no barriers - just expression.

🎤 Voices in Every Language

📅 25 March | 🕒 3–4 PM | 📍 LA3.111

Free event + snacks included!

Stay safe, stay sun-smart ☀️🌊

Join us for a fun and informative Water Safety event this summer! Learn essential lifesaving tips, enjoy the beach vibes, and grab some FREE pizza 🍕

📍 LA3.111 Burwood
🗓 Wednesday 1st April
⏰ 3–4PM

Spots are limited – make sure you reserve yours!

Link in bio or Link Tree: linktr.ee/deakincollege

Curious about how AI is shaping the future of study? 🤖📚

Join our 30-minute webinar AI in Academia to explore how generative AI tools like ChatGPT are being used in academic settings and what that means for teaching, assessments, and academic integrity.

💡 Learn practical ways to use AI for research and writing
⚖️ Understand the ethical considerations
🎓 See live demos + get your questions answered

Secure your spot and get ahead of the curve.

To register for webinar, please submit the form on our linktree: linktr.ee/deakincollege

Culture shock is real… but you don’t have to figure it out alone! 🌏💬

Join PeerLink for snacks, games and real advice from students who know what it’s like starting life in Australia.

📅 Wed 18 March | ⏰ 3PM
📍 Burwood & Waurn Ponds

Bring your questions, bring a friend and let’s thrive at Deakin College! 🎉