SWOTVAC 2024

We know SWOTVAC is a stressful time for graduate students, and we’re here to help make life a little easier.
GSA are running a variety of events during SWOTVAC, 21st – 25th October including FREE Food, Wellness Classes and more.

The 1888 Building will also remain open as usual during SWOTVAC, providing graduate students with facilities and study spaces.

What’s On

SWOTVAC therapy dogs
Therapy Dogs & FREE Ice Cream
Oct 24th, 11am: 1888 Building Front Lawn

The perfect way to de-stress during SWOTVAC! Join GSA for a pat and play with adorable therapy dogs. Therapy animals can provide social, emotional and physiological benefits during positive interactions with people and our besties from Miracle Paws. Mr Softy's will also be here serving up soft-serve ice-cream for those who get in early.
 

 

SWOTVAC LUNCH
FREE Lunch & Lawn Games
Oct 23rd, 12pm: 1888 Building Front Lawn

Join us for a special Lunch Social SWOTVAC edition. Wicked Spuds will provide delectable baked potatoes with which can accommodate vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free requirements. Lawn games are free for all to enjoy, so please drop by for some fun. Tickets will be released 48 hours before the event (12pm on Monday 21 October)
 

Registrations open 48 hours before event

SWOTVAC massages
FREE Massages

Oct 22nd, 5-7pm, 1888 Building

GSA Health & Welfare Officer is providing FREE massages to help you relax during SWOTVAC. Hot Tea and light refreshments will be provided.

There is no need to book, simply visit the 1888 Building during 5-7pm

No booking required

SWOTVAC music expression
Music Expression Class

Oct 22nd, 2.30pm, Gryphon Gallery

Get together with other students to relax and make some music using your voice or instruments - no musical experience needed! The perfect way to unwind and de-stress.

 

Register now

 

SWOTVAC yoga
Yoga Class (in-person)

Oct 23rd, 3pm , Gryphon Gallery

Join us for yoga in-person at the Gryphon Gallery. Take a break from your busy schedule and focus on your physical and mental well-being. This event is the perfect opportunity to unwind and de-stress. Don't miss out on this chance to relax and re-energize yourself.
 

Register now

 

 

Study Support at the 1888 Building

Looking for a place to study on campus? The 1888 Building has a number of facilities and study rooms for graduate students. 

The 1888 Building is open from 8am – 11pm, during SWOTVAC week. Our front desk is manned from 9am – 5pm as normal business hours. Please Note: You will need your student card to access the building outside of business ours.

  •  Students can book private rooms via DiBS at the 1888 building to get work done or work in small groups.
  • There are also multiple shared study spaces across all floors of the 1888 building, Please check the map for locations.
  • Kitchen facilities with microwaves, fridges, boiling water and filtered water. Use them to keep your drinks cold, make yourself some coffee or tea, or warm up your home-made meal.
  • A table with hot water and different varieties of herbal tea outside GSA reception from 10am – 4pm. BYO Cup