“What I like most about orientation is that as a new student you are exposed to the upcoming thrills that your course will have to offer.  Orientation also gives you an opportunity to ask any questions that may have been on your mind as well as being given valuable resources that can be taken home to familiarise yourself with to ease off any pressure during the transition.”

(Natasha, Certificate III in Dental Assisting)

“My favourite part of the Orientation is the campus tour. From my own experience, campus tour helped me get familiar with the school environment and important locations. Furthermore, it assisted me to have a clear understanding of the facilities such as library and the functions of each facility. Secondly, as new students you can get to know each other during the campus tour, it was a convenient way for me to make new friends and immerse in the Australian culture.”

Haitian, Master of Translating and Interpreting)

“What I liked most about orientation was getting to meet the teachers and looking at students completed work. I especially enjoyed the Geospacial Science part of orientation day last year which has inspired me to do that degree after I finish the advanced diploma of Surveying.”

(Robyn, Diploma of Surveying)

“Orientation, for me, is the time where you come across the people that become your closest of friends and that is what I've enjoyed most about it.”

(Osman, Bachelor of Chemical Engineering)

“I honestly enjoyed the warm and welcoming energy that was felt through the presence of student volunteers. The fact that they were all so welcoming and willing to have a chat with new students helped me feel more at home in RMIT at the start of the year. The kindness of volunteers reassured me that I was coming to the right university.”

(Christy, Bachelor of Business (Management))

“Orientation helps you get accustomed to uni life.”

(Sihan, Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management))

“I get to join the experience of socialising and meeting new people from different background.”  

(Aruni, Bachelor of Accounting)

“Orientation helped me get to know what my environment would be like while I studied here and I got introduced to new people.”

(James, Diploma of Information and Technology)

“I found that when I did orientation, not knowing anybody actually helped me form new connections because there were so many people that were in the same position as I was.”

(Joshua, Master of Biotechnology)

”Orientation provides you the opportunity to connect with people who are new to the campus, the city and culture of RMIT.”

(Christy, Master of Business Administration)

“Today is a great day.  Everybody is having fun. And I’m also having fun.

I know very little about RMIT’s history. I’m following RMIT on Facebook, so I’m reading about it there.”

“The best part is the music.  I like the music `cause it’s giving some energy to new students. In this cold weather, you need to move.

I would like to see more students (at Founders’ Celebrations) from different nationalities, showcasing their own identity; as well we can see how many countries we have covered.”

(Elizabeth from Papa New Guinea, Master of International Development)

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“I gained a lot of information about the University. How to enrol online using the website, and then they show some interesting places. The sports and recreation club, fitness and gym club and everything like tours to the mountain, Mount Buller for a one day trip.”

“I didn't know RMIT was turning 128. Yes I will attend Founders’ Celebrations. Dance is good. I like the dance. I wanted to join in but I was busy with my ice cream.”  

(Trang from Vietnam, Master of Statistics)

“This space is great for dancing.  It’s worth getting up in the morning for.”

“Morning Gloryville is such a good event. I saw it on the internet and got really motivated `cause you can start the day well.

It’s beautiful and colourful.  I would attend again.”