Amanda and Melissa Allay Student's Fears

Amanda and Melissa (l to r standing) Explain UOW Course Options

Diploma students were given a break from classes last Tuesday when they attended an information session at the University of Wollongong.

Organised by Ellen and held in the Faculty of Arts building at the University, students were treated to an informal and informative chat on the myriad of courses available at the UOW in 2007.

The session was hosted by Amanda and Melissa from the UOW. The nervous and tentative; "I don't think I'm ready for this." thoughts of the students was quickly allayed by the friendly and knowledgable hosts.

Many subjects were covered including the application process, eligibility requirements, applying for scholarships, HECS fees as well as which types of course suit various career paths.

Melissa and Amanda were asked many and varied questions with each student's questions answered comprehensively. Nobody was rushed and each student's individual options were explored.

Students were given an information package each and after the session Melissa took us all for a leisurely tour of the University Campus.

On behalf of the students, I would like to thank both Amanda and Melissa for the excellent way in which we were treated. Nothing was too much trouble and their patience was greatly appreciated.

With the students hopefully completing their Diploma this year, Ellen has been working hard behind the scenes interviewing students individually, making sure that all of the Diploma students are aware of which strands they need to complete to attain their Media and Comunication Diploma.

Ellen has also been extremely helpful to the students, offering her support and boosting student's confidence in themselves.

Thanks Amanda, thanks Melissa, thanks Ellen.