2 May 2023

The end of T1 is upon us: take some time to relax and recharge during DUSA Self Care Week

Welcome to the final weeks of Trimester 1! We know you’re all busy preparing for final assessments right now, but remember it’s also really important that you’re taking frequent breaks to relax and prioritise your emotional, mental and physical wellbeing.

No matter what wellness means to you, join us during DUSA Self Care Week (Monday 15–Saturday 20 May) to take a breather! We’ll be running a series of events both online and on campus to help you de-stress and refocus on your self care as we approach the end-of-unit-assessment period.

Check out the full Self Care Week program on the DUSA website for details of fun activities you can join, and we look forward to seeing you at an event soon!

Burwood

Self Care Week DeakinACTIVE group classes | Various dates
Monday 15 May: Strength & Abs, 6.15–7pm
Tuesday 16 May: Strength & Abs, 4–4.30pm
Thursday 18 May: Barbell Strength, 6–6.45pm

Beats & Eats | Wednesday 17 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, Morgan’s Walk 
Join us on campus to treat yourself! We’ll have some yummy free hot food, massage chairs to help you relax, partner giveaways, a therapeutic art corner, student performers, table tennis and more! Find out more

You CAN Ask That | Wednesday 17 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, Morgan’s Walk (during Beats & Eats)
Join us on campus during Beats & Eats for two hours of music and fun activities in which we’ll be giving away sexual health packs and providing helpful resources.

Come & Try Sport – Parasports | Wednesday 17 May, 5–6pm, Burwood Campus Stadium Come along and have a go of ParaVolleyball! Students of all abilities are welcome in this special event being held for DUSA Self Care Week. This event is free but make sure you register now to secure a place! Register now

Cinematic Escape Night | Wednesday 17 May, 5–8pm, Burwood Campus
Our DUSA Clubs (Deakin TV and Deakin Social Club) are holding an on-campus movie night! Come along and enjoy FREE popcorn and pizza while we chill out over a comedy. Register now

1000 Steps Hiking Trip | Saturday 20 May, 9am–1pm, Dandenong Ranges, Melbourne
Join the Deakin ENVIRO Club and Deakin Social Club for a magnificent trek up through the Kokoda Memorial Trail (also known as the 1000 steps walk)! Appreciate the awesome scenery of the famous Dandenong Ranges and make some new friends along the way. Register now

Campus Clash | Saturday 20 May, 9am–5pm, Burwood transfer to Waurn Ponds Campus
This exciting social sports event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your athletic skills, meet new people, and celebrate campus spirit. You’ll have the chance to compete in a variety of sports, including basketball, netball, dodgeball, soccer, badminton, table tennis, volleyball, pool and ultimate frisbee. Register now

Waurn Ponds

Self Care Week DeakinACTIVE group classes | Various dates
Monday 15 May: Abs & Core, 12.15–12.45pm
Tuesday 16 May: Bar Pump, 12.15–12.45pm
Wednesday 17 May: Cardio/HIIT, 12.15–12.45pm; Bar Pump, 5.15–6pm
Thursday 18 May: Tabata, 12.15–12.45pm
Friday 19 May: Boxing, 12.15–1pm

Beats & Eats | Tuesday 16 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, Union Green
Join us to enjoy a free hot lunch, live acoustic music and the adorable Vision Australia ‘Paws for a Cause’ puppies! Relax with some Colouring Corner and DIY De-stress Glitter Jar crafts and, if you love Cosplay, check out the Swordcraft Geelong demonstrations! The DUSA Food Pantry will also be running. Find out more

You CAN Ask That | Tuesday 16 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, Union Green (during Beats & Eats)
Join us on campus for two hours of music and fun activities in which we’ll be giving away sexual health packs and providing helpful resources. 

Campus Clash | Saturday 20 May, 10am–3pm, Waurn Ponds Campus
This exciting social sports event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your athletic skills, meet new people, and celebrate campus spirit. You’ll have the chance to compete in a variety of sports, including basketball, netball, dodgeball, soccer, badminton, table tennis, volleyball, pool and ultimate frisbee. Register now

Waterfront

Self Care Week DeakinACTIVE group classes | Various dates
Tuesday 16 May: Abs & Core, 12.15–12.45pm
Wednesday 17 May: Boxing, 12.15–12.45pm
Thursday 18 May: Bootcamp, 12.15–12.45pm

Beats & Eats | Thursday 18 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, John Hay Courtyard 
Join us on campus to treat yourself! Grab a free hot lunch, enjoy a live acoustic performance and pat the Vision Australia ‘Paws for a Cause’ puppies! We’ll also be hosting a super relaxing Colouring Corner and DIY De-stress Glitter Jar craft area. The DUSA Food Pantry will also be running. Find out more

You CAN Ask That | Thursday 18 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, John Hay Courtyard (during Beats & Eats)
Join us on campus for two hours of music and fun activities in which we’ll be giving away sexual health packs and providing helpful resources. 

Warrnambool

Beats & Eats | Wednesday 17 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, Brother Fox
Come on down and treat yourself this Self Care Week! Join us on campus for a yummy free hot lunch and enjoy a live acoustic performance to help you relax and unwind with friends. Remember to bring your own bag to take part in the DUSA Food Pantry too. Find out more

You CAN Ask That | Wednesday 17 May, 11.30am–1.30pm, Brother Fox (during Beats & Eats)
Join us on campus during Beats & Eats for two hours of music and fun activities in which we’ll be giving away sexual health packs and providing helpful resources.

Online (cross-campus)

Self Care Week DeakinACTIVE group classes | Various dates
Monday 15 May: Yoga, 12.15–1pm
Tuesday 16 May: Meditation, 10.15–10.30am
Wednesday 17 May: Pilates, 12.15–1pm
Thursday 18 May: Meditation, 10.15–10.30am