Submission to the Student Equity and Disability Services (SEDS) review
GSA’s submission reveals the challenges faced by University of Melbourne graduate students dealing with disability, mental health issues, financial hardship, and more. The testimonies reveal the struggles in accessing adequate support due to complex university processes. GSA emphasizes the need for a more empathetic, efficient, and streamlined approach to address the diverse needs of the student community.
Consultation for assessment reform in the age of artificial intelligence
In this report, GSA welcomes the opportunity for GSA student representatives to provide feedback on the TEQSA ‘Assessment for reform for the age of artificial intelligence’ discussion paper. GSA strives to ensure that student voices guide the feedback it gives and has taken valuable comments made by GSA representatives on the prospects, nature and development that can take place in the higher education sector with artificial intelligence.
A framework for educational excellence at the University of Melbourne
A framework for educational excellence at the University of Melbourne GSA’s feedback on the University of Melbourne’s Framework for Educational Excellence emphasizes the need for student-led initiatives, practical culture change […]
Response to the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report
Response to the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report In response to the Australian Universities Accord Interim Report, GSA articulates the perspectives of University of Melbourne’s graduate students, detailing areas of […]
Presidents Blog – February 2024
An update from the GSA President: February 2024 It’s an exciting part of the year for all students, with a mass of activity, events and opportunities around all our University […]
Submission to the Inquiry into the Recognition of Unpaid Carers
GSA’s submission highlights the challenges faced by graduate students engaged in unpaid care work. The report emphasizes the need for acknowledgment, flexibility, and increased support from both government and universities. The recommendations encompass various areas, including financial stress, childcare accessibility, and university recognition, aiming to address the diverse needs of graduate student carers.
TEQSA guidance on facilities, academic monitoring, and integrity
TEQSA guidance notes on facilities and infrastructure, academic monitoring and academic and research integrity GSA offers feedback on TEQSA’s guidance notes related to facilities, academic monitoring, research integrity, and improvement. […]
Presidents Blog – August 2023
An update from the GSA President: August 2023 It’s already August… Welcome back to my deep dive into all things GSA. In exciting news, I have finally passed my Pre-Confirmation […]
Stop the Menzies
Stop the Menzies GSA’s campaign, led by former Education Officers Monica Sestito and Brendan Laws, challenges the establishment of the Robert Menzies Institute (RMI) at the University of Melbourne. The […]
Speak Safely 2023 Update
Speak Safely 2023 Update The report covers updates from June 20th to August 28th, summarizing 12 reports received through the Speak Safely Program. Notably, seven reports involved individuals under 18, […]