Student Experiences
On this page you will find some messages from students currently accessing Disability Services. At times, we may also advertise upcoming events that might interest you.
Student Testimonials
Events
If you are currently accessing our services and would like to contribute to this page, please contact Bronwyn Allan in Disability Services on 8627 8423.
Student Testimonials
"Disability Services staff provide great support. The stresses of enrolment were reduced thanks to their assistance."
"I have difficulty listening and taking notes at the same time but Disability Services helped by arranging a notetaker for me."
"Disability Services helped me cope by liaising with my lecturers to arrange for special provisions during exams and tests."
"While my overall Sydney experience has been enjoyable, there were also some challenging and difficult times, but it was the support provided by Disability Services and faculty staff that helped me get the most out of my subjects and survive exams."
"Disability Services is extremely supportive of it's students and always ready to help. I encourage anyone who has a disability that they feel will get in the way of their studies, to sign up with Disability Services."
"Communicating issues and difficulties is essential for anyone planning to attend a large academic institution. If you have a problem, ask. In a lot of cases Disability Services will be able to help you, although lecturers can be a good point of contact as well. In a large institution like Sydney Uni, it can sometimes be difficult to work out who does what, so explore the University website."
Events
Disability Services Workshops
Students with Austism Spectrum Disorder
Communication and Social Skills for University
These workshops are for students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (such as Asperger Syndrome or Autism) and will be delivered by staff from the Disability Services Office
This small group workshop will help you:
- Develop an understanding of appropriate forms of communication at University
- Increase your awareness of appropriate ways to socially interact at University
- Increase your confidence in communicating and socialising with staff and fellow students
When
Wednesday 24th of April 2013
Starts 12:00pm and finishes at 1.00pm
Where
The sessions will take place in Seminar Room 2, Level 5, Jane Foss Russell Building G02
Registration
To register or find out more information, please email Disability Services with:
Your name
SID
Name of workshop you are attending
Email: disability.services@sydney.edu.au
Please register by April 22nd 2013
Disability Services Workshop
Students with Austism Spectrum Disorder
Organisation and Motivation Skills for University
These workshops are for students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (such as Asperger Syndrome or Autism) only and will be delivered by staff from the Disability Services Office
This small group workshop will help you:
- Develop your understanding of time management strategies and ways to keep oganised at University
- Develop your understanding of strategies to how to plan ahead for your studies
Increase your awareness
When
Wednesday 17th of April 2013
Starts 1:00pm and finishes at 3.00pm
Where
The sessions will take place in Seminar Room 2, Level 5, Jane Foss Russell Building G02
Registration
To register or find out more information, please email Disability Services with:
Your name
SID
Name of workshop you are attending
Email: disability.services@sydney.edu.au
Please register by Monday 15th April 2013
Careers Centre JobAlert
Looking for casual work, volunteer opportunities, graduate placements or an internship?
Then register to the Sydney University’s Career Centre JobAlert where you will receive daily emails updates with new jobs added to our Jobs Database.
These JobAlerts are relevant for both local and international students seeking work within Australia or Overseas.
SIGN UP TODAY
Information for Jobseekers with a disability
The Careers Centre website has a page devoted to jobseekers with a disability. There are many links to related information and services.