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WHAT’S HAPPENING – PINK SHIRT DAY

Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora I Speak up, Stand Together, Stop Bullying!

Join us to speak up, stand together and stop bullying this Pink Shirt Day on Friday, 17 May!

We’re asking the UC community to help us turn the campus pink by participating in a range of events beginning Monday 13 May to Friday 17 May.

What is Pink Shirt Day?

Pink Shirt Day is more than just wearing pink. It’s a commitment to upholding our values of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, and aroha to create a kinder, more inclusive Aotearoa where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or cultural background.

How you can get involved at UC on Pink Shirt Day:

  • Wear pink to show your support and raise awareness about bullying.
  • Start conversations with your family, friends and colleagues about bullying and ways to create a more supportive and inclusive culture.
  • Take action and be an upstander if you see or hear bullying happening, using your words or actions to help the person being bullied.
  • Spread the word about Pink Shirt Day on your social media and personal networks, sharing stories about how bullying has affected you or someone you know, and tagging us @ucwellbeing on Instagram or emailing your photos to studentwellbeing@canterbury.ac.nz.

Events include:

  • May 13-17           Wear Pink to the Rec Centre to go into the draw T&C’s apply
  • May 15               Connect Zone, The Living Room 12-2pm
  • May 16               Toastie Thursday, The Living Room 12-2pm
  • May 17               Photobooth & Giveaways, The Living Room 11-2pm

Keep an eye out for event details on our socials, digital screens around campus, and blogs!

Let’s work together to make Pink Shirt Day a powerful symbol of our collective commitment to creating a more positive and inclusive community.

For more information on what is available click here.

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Get the Power

Are you tired of feeling like you’re in the dark about your power consumption and bills? Do you want to take control of your energy usage and find the best power plan for your needs? If so, we have just the event for you!

In collaboration with Orion and EnergyMate, we are excited to invite you to our exclusive workshop where you’ll gain invaluable insights into saving power, understanding your power bill, and selecting the optimal energy plan for your lifestyle.

Event Details:

  • Date: 14th May 2024
  • Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Undercroft 101

During this informative session, you’ll learn practical tips and tricks to reduce your power consumption, decipher the complexities of your power bill, and navigate the maze of available energy plans. This workshop is designed to empower you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about your energy usage.

Please note that spaces are limited, and attendance will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your energy literacy and take control of your power bills!

All attendees will receive a complimentary goodie bag filled with useful resources to help you kickstart your journey towards energy efficiency. Please note that you will need to complete the entire session to get your goodie bag,

If you have any questions please contact Emma Collins at studentwellbeing@canterbury.ac.nz

Campus Clothes Swap next week ♻

The Clothes Swap is back for 2024! 🌈
 
 
What: Campus Clothes Swap
When: Tuesday 14 May, 11am – 1pm (drop in any time)
Where: Te Rua Makerspace, Level 2, Puaka-James Hight Library
Cost: FREE!
 
How does it work?
 
🧣Bring along a maximum of five good quality, clean items that you no longer need or want, and you get to take home some groovy new threads, for FREE!
 
👗Swapping starts at 11am. You are welcome to drop your clothing donations in Te Rua Makerspace from 9am onwards on the event day. The Swap will run until 1pm.
 
🧤Please note we will only accept clothes/shoes/accessories that are in good, clean, pre-loved condition.
 
Spread the word, start going through your wardrobes, and we hope to see you there for some slow fashion fun!  ✨
 
This event is part of UC’s Waste Education campaign, which runs from 29 April – 17 May 2024.