8.30am – 9.15am

Arrival & registration / Coffee & networking

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9.15am - 9.30am

Welcome & Introduction of Agenda

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9.30am – 10.15am 

Supporting Students and Parents with University Navigation 

Facilitator: Michael Tower (Associate Director, Wellbeing & Counselling, RMIT University)

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This session aims to share tools that empower parents and students in navigating university options. These tools help families evaluate career options and university choices to determine the best fit.  Attendees will have an opportunity to share their own approaches with one another as well. 

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10.15am - 10.45am

High School to University Transition 

Presenters: RMIT students panel, facilitated by Jodie Altan (Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor, Engagement, RMIT University) 

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10.45am - 11am

Coffee break 

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11am – 11.30am

Roundtable Discussions with university students: ensuring a smooth transition from secondary to university

Presenter: Kari Withers (Counsellor, ISHCMC) 

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To gather insights from current university students about their transition experiences from secondary school to university, and to discuss strategies that can help future students navigate this critical period more effectively.

• Initial Challenges and Adjustments

• Academic Preparation and Expectations

• Social and Emotional Adjustment

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11.30am – 12pm

Counselor & Principal Job- alike   

Presenter: Michael Tower (Associate Director, Wellbeing & Counselling, RMIT University)

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​The session aims to enhance collaboration between school counselors and principals by aligning their roles and responsibilities. Participants will engage in discussions and activities that highlight effective communication strategies, shared goals, and coordinated approaches to address student needs.

 

12pm – 12.30pm

RMIT Entry Requirements and Global Mobility Program: Melbourne & 200 global partner universities  

 

12.30pm

Lunch    ​