Get an introduction to #CurtinLife and enjoy free snacks and drinks with Café Connect on Tuesdays each week throughout the semester.
Each week a different guest speaker will address a topic like connecting with your faculty, or careers and employment for 10 minutes, allowing you time to relax and chat with your fellow students or enjoy our range of games and activities afterwards.
Whether you are an international student navigating your way through studying in Perth, or a domestic student looking to make new friends, all are welcome!
Running Tuesdays from 8 July – 7 October*, explore what’s in store for Café Connect this semester:
Welcome to Perth
Find out about navigating Curtin Uni and Perth, places to shop on a student budget and other essential information which will help you settle into student life. Meet an experienced Curtin Connect Advisor and start making new friends.
Date: 8 July
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Location: 103.110 Think Space
Employability Mini Fair
Join us this week for an Employability Mini Fair and speak to Curtin Careers, Recruit Curtin, StudyPerth, Curtin Tax Clinic and other industry partners about getting employed and the different ways to promote your skills to companies.
Learn about programs such as Earn While You Learn (EWYL) which support students with employment that goes hand in hand with their studies.
Date: 22 July
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Location: The Lantern TL Robertson Library
Get to know the Curtin Safer Community Team
Meet our Safer Community team, they will tell you all about the services and support they provide to students.
Date: 23 September
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Location: 103.110 Think Space
Explore WA: Essential Safety Tips for Students on Holiday
Join us for an informative session designed specifically for international students planning to explore Western Australia during semester breaks.
We’ll cover everything you need to know about holiday safety, road safety, and beach and swimming safety. Learn how to make the most of your time off while staying safe and enjoying all that WA has to offer. Whether you’re planning a road trip, a beach day, or exploring local attractions, this session will provide you with valuable tips and resources to ensure a fun and safe holiday experience.
Date: 30 September
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Location: 103.110 Think Space
*Please note that there will not be a Café Connect session held during O-Week (15 July) and Tuition Free Week (2 September). Instead, there will be an O-Week International Showcase on Friday 18 July, 1.15pm to 2.45pm.
Stay tuned for more information about each event as they get uploaded.
There is no registration required. You are welcome to attend the whole series or just select the session that interests you.
Find out more information by visiting UniHub and reading the event information. If you have any questions, please email: cafeconnect@curtin.edu.au.
