Meet new friends on a campus stroll at Walk’n’Talk – we’ll throw in a free beanie!
Are you living on Res in Trimester 3 or coming to campus for classes? While it can be a quieter time of year, we have the perfect way for you to meet other students and explore our beautiful natural settings as the weather starts to warm up.
Our Walk’n’Talk sessions, held at both Burwood and Waurn Ponds, are casual get-togethers hosted by our trained student Wellbeing Ambassadors. You’ll meet up on campus and take a 30- to 40-minute stroll through some scenic spots while you chat about – well, whatever takes your fancy!
You might compare notes on your studies, discuss your plans for the week ahead, or meet someone who loves the same music, books or films as you do.
Our Wellbeing Ambassadors are also great sounding boards if you need some advice about how to cope with uni. Perhaps you’re feeling lonely or overwhelmed and would like to talk with someone who understands that being a student isn’t always easy.
Even better, you’ll be outside in the invigorating Victorian weather, moving your body as well as clearing your mind. We all know about the physical and mental benefits of regular outdoor exercise, and this is a simple way to include some movement in your day while you’re on campus.
The walks are fully accessible, so we encourage anyone who’s free at these times to join in! We’ll finish before the hour to give you plenty of time to get to your next class.
When and where do we meet?
The sessions will run weekly for three weeks, from Week 4 (27 November–1 December) to Week 6 (11–15 December).
Burwood: Gardiners Creek Walk
When: each Tuesday from 10–10.45am
Where: meet outside Cafe Caffeine, Building HF
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Waurn Ponds: Lakes Walk
When: each Thursday from 10–10.45am
Where: meet at the Security Office, Building JB
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Need some help to find the right spot? Just use our campus maps – when you arrive, look out for the Wellbeing Ambassadors in the teal shirts!
What if it’s raining?
All is not lost – there’s still coffee! If it’s too wet outside, we’ll instead head to the nearest cafe. You’ll receive a FREE voucher so we can chat over a hot drink!
Do I have to attend every week?
No! We know you’re busy and sometimes study or other commitments come first. We’d love to see you as often as possible, but even one or two walks is a great way to make some new friends ahead of 2024, chat about anything on your mind and get in some good exercise.
On your first walk, we’ll even give you a free Deakin-branded beanie to keep you warm for other outdoor activities you undertake. Bonus!
I’m keen! What should I do now?
Just register for some or all of the walks at Burwood or Waurn Ponds – you’ll receive a reminder email for each walk before the day. You can also find out more about our Walk’n’Talk program on the Current Students website. Happy walking and talking!