As part of the Study Sunshine Coast Industry Engagement Program, Study Sunshine Coast is delighted to support the following events. As part of this program, SSC will offer fully funded tickets to students from local education providers to attend and engage with panellists and presenters. Forthcoming events include:
1)In Conversation with Clare Bowditch and Andrea Kirwin
by The Refinery Sunshine Coast
Date – Friday 14th May
Time – 5pm to 8.30pm
Location – The Metropolitan (MET)
Join international best-selling author, musician and entrepreneur Clare Bowditch in conversation with Sunshine Coast’s music legend, Andrea Kirwin on Friday, May 14 as she shares her vision of big hearted, creative business and her journey from musician to author to inspirational speaker.
Channelling her passion for music and sustainable arts businesses, Clare speaks on the importance of creative mentors, business with heart, the challenges and loves of a creative life and on finding your own voice.
Andrea Kirwin joins the conversation with tales from her own experiences, including her newly launched ‘Peace Run Records’ studio and venue in Nambour.
Clare and Andrea will each perform during the event.
‘In conversation with Clare and Andrea’ is presented by The Refinery as a part of the 2021 creative business incubator program, an initiative of the Sunshine Coast Council, SunCentral & the MET, Sunshine Coast Creative Alliance. Sponsored by Innovative Planning Solutions.
Doors open 5pm for a 6pm start Friday 14 May at the MET, Maroochydore.
2)The Design Series on Transport Event
Background
The Design Series is presented by SunCentral and the MET in partnership with the AIA, AILA, EA, PIA, SCCA & PLA. Program of multi-disciplinary events that connect the arts, built form, landscape, design and the environment. For details on past events – http://mccmetropolitan.com.au/the-design-series/
The last TDS event Future Coast highlights below https://drive.google.com/file/d/13Aj3Y8xAaDC-9btwlU5Qw3YbJktAIl0A/view
Event Overview
TDS on Transport Opportunity for Sunshine Coast Community professional, business and broader community to be involved in contemporary and correct information on how quality regions are formed with proper integrated transport and land use.
Event Details
Event Date – 20 May
Time – 5.30-9pm includes food, music
Location – the MET
Format:
Intro guest speaker 15 mins, panel 10 mins each (30 mins) facilitated discussion (30 mins). Confirmed guests include • Steve Burgess – Complete Streets • Matthew Burke – Griffith Uni • Leah Bancroft or other rep SCC Mass Transit team • Kylie Nixon – ARUP
3)The Refinery Industry Marketing and Brand Building Panel
The Refinery is an eight-week creative incubator program designed to transform ideas into sustainable businesses. The Refinery is a learning platform made for creative people designed to refine, develop, test and action your business ideas.
Event Background
The Refinery Industry Panel event will bring together three exceptional panelists discussing marketing and brand building in the creative industries. Confirmed guests include Odette Barry from Odette & Co and Lou Clarke from Ebb & Flow Studios. Daniel Tobin from Urban Art Projects is TBC as the third guest.
Event Details Event
Date: Thursday 10 June
Time: 5.30pm – 6pm Exclusive Q&A panel for students (see details below)
6pm – 7.30pm Panel
After the panel, we have also organised for there to be assisted networking for the students.
Location: The Met, Maroochydore
Free Student Career Workshops
Build on your professional and personal skills through the Study Sunshine Coast Talent Essential Career Workshops. We will host a variety of free workshops throughout the semester for Sunshine Coast students to attend. The workshops will focus on developing either your professional or personal skills outside of a classroom and provide a safe space for you to network and engage with other students.
The Study Sunshine Coast Workshops are open to all students who are currently studying on the Sunshine Coast. Places are strictly limited so make sure you register early to secure your spot.
1)Amplifying your brand via LinkedIn Workshop
Study Sunshine Coast is delighted to offer current students studying on the Sunshine Coast the opportunity to attend this free Amplifying your brand via LinkedIn Workshop, hosted by Sally Dwyer from Be Social. Be Smart.
Date – Thursday 13th May
Time – 11am – 12.30pm followed by a free lunch
Location – Room CG.50 at USC, Sippy Downs Campus.
REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW
2)How to get a job via LinkedIn Workshop
Study Sunshine Coast is delighted to offer current students studying on the Sunshine Coast the opportunity to attend this free How to get a job via LinkedIn Workshop, hosted by Sally Dwyer from Be Social. Be Smart.
Date – Wednesday 19th May
Time – 11am – 12.30pm followed by a free lunch
Location – USC, Sippy Downs Campus.
REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW
LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network. Currently with over 575 million members, it ranks higher than most other social networks on Google. No other social media platform offers students the same potential for building their personal brand and connecting globally with prospective employers, mentors or influencers. Sally Dwyer at Be Social. Be Smart work with students to amplify their brand via LinkedIn and develop the skills to leverage the platform to build their digital presence and professional network.