The Indigenous representative’s role with WUSA is to:

• Facilitate advocacy for Indigenous students;
• Provide representation within the University and its’ community;
• Identify and respond to the various needs of Indigenous students;
• Promote participation in the intellectual life of the University;
• Promote information sharing and other activities of a social, cultural, intellectual or professional nature;
• Contribute to the development of student movements and activities.

The Indigenous representative can facilitate assistance when dealing with:

• University staff
• Student rights issues
• ABSTUDY
• Centrelink and other welfare issues

The role of Indigenous Representative also involves the planning and organisation of Indigenous specific events on and off campus, such as;

• A free weekly BBQ (every Wednesday lunchtime during session) held for all Indigenous students on campus at the Woolyungah Indigenous Centre.
• Helping organise a team and sponsorship to compete in the 10th Indigenous student games being held in September at Newcastle University.

If you have any problems, concerns, questions, ideas or just want to have a chat, please email: indigenous@wusa.uow.edu.au

Special Events

Indegenous Celebrations at the International Week

International Week schedule