Events
Study Sunshine Coast Student Employability & Industry Engagement Events
As part of our Student Employability 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:
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.
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.
