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, […]
Submission to the inquiry into the worsening rental crisis in Australia
Submission to the inquiry into the worsening rental crisis in Australia GSA brings to the forefront the challenges postgraduate students face in Australia’s rental market. Affordability, limited rental options, and […]
Presidents Blog – July 2023
An update from the GSA President: July 2023 Welcome to the July Blog. For our newly commencing Graduate Students, welcome to the GSA and the President’s Blog. For those regular […]
Consultation for TEQSA sexual harm good practice note
TEQSA sexual harm good practice note GSA submits feedback on TEQSA’s sexual harm good practice note, stressing the importance of genuine partnerships, leadership roles, risk mitigation, and fostering respectful cultures. […]
TEQSA guidance on diversity, equity, student grievances, and wellbeing
TEQSA guidance notes on diversity and equity, student grievances and complaints, and wellbeing and safety In this report, GSA provides valuable feedback on TEQSA’s guidance notes, focusing on diversity, equity, […]