THRIVE: wellbeing and study success sessions
This program offers practical tips for you to explore, with the aim of keeping you engaged and motivated to look after your own wellbeing.
The objectives of THRIVE are:
- To foster and build a sense of belonging to make students feel welcome in the Deakin community
- To support students in establishing their own learning strategies for academic success
- To build motivation and deepen desire for learning
- To develop self-awareness and encourage access to support services when needed
- To promote student engagement in university activities and events
Online sessions
| Trimester 1 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Session 1 | THRIVE: Achieving your study goals Increase your chances of success by developing your own personalised goals and reflecting on what you want to achieve at Deakin. In this session you’ll learn how to apply the most useful predictors of success to help you reach your study goals, develop self-efficacy and take control of your learning journey. When: Tuesday 14 March, 6–7pm or Wednesday, 15 March, 2–3pm (AEST/AEDT) via Zoom |
| Session 2 | THRIVE: Take control of your time management Do you have a good routine for managing your work/study/life responsibilities? In this session, we’ll discuss how you can develop efficient time management skills including identifying your priorities and allocating resources to manage your time more effectively. When: Tuesday 21 March, 6–7pm or Wednesday 22 March, 2–3pm (AEST/AEDT) via Zoom |
| Session 3 | THRIVE: Keep your motivation firing What drives you to achieve your study goals? Learn more about the psychological principles of self-determination theory and how to stay motivated throughout your student journey. When: Tuesday, 28 March, 6–7pm or Wednesday, 29 March, 2–3pm (AEST/AEDT) via Zoom |
| Session 4 | THRIVE: Active learning In this session we'll look at understanding the learning process and how it can be improved. Join us to gain tips on how you can foster an optimal study environment that is conducive to learning. When: Tuesday 4 April, 6–7pm or Wednesday, 5 April, 2–3pm (AEST/AEDT) via Zoom |
| Session 5 | THRIVE: Enhance your resilience Learn how you can strengthen your resilience and develop a growth mindset to persevere through the more difficult times of studying at university. By attending this session, you’ll understand how to leverage your strengths to overcome challenges. When: Tuesday 18 April, 6–7pm or Wednesday, 19 April, 2–3pm (AEST/AEDT) via Zoom |
| Session 6 | THRIVE: Overcoming procrastination Understand the emotions behind why we procrastinate on tasks and how you can overcome this counterproductive habit. This session will also cover reflective practice and identifying when to ask for support when you need help. When: Tuesday, 25 April, 6–7pm or Wednesday, 26 April, 2–3pm (AEST/AEDT) via Zoom |
| Session 7 | THRIVE: Strategies for managing stress and anxiety Beat any end-of-trimester worries by understanding external and internal factors that can induce stress and anxiety. We’ll explain how you can differentiate between stress and anxiety, and discuss emotion and problem-focused coping. When: Tuesday, 2 May, 6–7pm or Wednesday, 3 May, 2–3pm (AEST/AEDT) via Zoom |
Session 8 | THRIVE: Active listening Learn more about the importance of active listening and how it can improve your learning outcomes. The session will also cover how you can overcome barriers that prevent you from engaging fully in the university experience. |
| Session 9 | THRIVE: Developing effective communication Do you communicate in a clear and compelling way? Learn more about different communication styles and how you can be more effective in sharing your thoughts and ideas with others, including how to use assertive communication skills. |
| Session 10 | THRIVE: Improve your wellbeing Pick up simple and practical tips on how you can improve your wellbeing while studying at Deakin. We’ll familiarise you with the PERMA model and how you can cultivate an environment that promotes your wellness. |