For those that don’t know, Oasis is a community centre located on the Bedford Park Campus.
It is a popular place for students to go during breaks in study to relax, meet up with others, do wellbeing program, use the kitchen.
For a long time now, one of the services that Oasis has offered are Conversation groups, for students wanting to meet new people and expand their social network.
They have gone under different names: Global Conversations, Take a Break, Flinders Mates.
Conversation groups for 2021 have just been announced and they kick off on the 11/1/21.
Deets below
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These groups are for all students – both domestic and international students
SUMMER BREAK SERIES TIMES From the week beginning 11.1.21:
All Conversation Groups are held in Oasis – Please come through the side entrance!
English Conversation Group
A relaxed conversation group for all students to practice your English. 🗣 Come and chat in a fun and relaxed space with Deb, one of our Chaplains at Oasis. We welcome all students – both International and Australian to share their experiences and meet new people!
- Monday 2:00pm-4:00pm
- Wednesday 10:00am-12:00pm
- Online: Tuesday 2:00pm-3:00pm (this is held on the Oasis Online FLO topic. Please register here)
Spouses and Carers Conversation Group
Are you looking to improve English conversation skills, to meet others with shared experiences and gain a better understanding of local culture and networks? Join Chaplain Deb for informal conversations where questions are encouraged.
- Tuesday 10:00am-12:00pm
Intercultural Conversation Group
A group led by Chaplain Toh focused on discussions around different cultures from around the world. 🌎 We learn from each other through sharing our differences and similarities whilst promoting harmony and diversity.
- Wednesday and Thursdays 12:30pm-1:30pm
Faith and Spirituality Conversation Group (starting in O’Week 2021)
Join Chaplain Deb to participate in respectful conversations about faith and spirituality, honouring individual values and beliefs and embracing the opportunity to learn from others.