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Take NoteLet's Talk About AIWill AI take over our jobs? How will I catch up with how quickly AI is advancing?In this episode of Take Note, we talked all things AI with Dr Jinan, a postdoctoral researcher at Australian Institute for Machine Learning. Tune in to hear what Dr Jinan has to say about the power in approaching AI with curiosity rather than fear.Throughout the episode, AI is mentioned as a tool to support learning. For clarity on how to use AI ethically and effectively in your studies, check out the University of Adelaide’s official guidelines: Working...2025-07-2417 min
Take Note3 Faculties, 1 MicThis week, the Take Note family expands to 5! We're introducing the newest voices you'll be hearing on the pod—our student correspondents! After a huge response to our call-out on Student News, we selected three incredible students from across the University to share their stories, passions, and unique perspectives on student life. Join us as we get to know Valerie, Molly, and Ahsan through fun questions, rapid-fire rounds, and chats about why they joined the podcast. It’s the start of something exciting—don’t miss it! Guest: Valerie + Molly + Ahsan Hosted b...2025-04-1040 min
Take NoteGroup Assignments Gone Wrong...Ever been stuck with a free-rider in a group project? In this episode of Take Note, we dive into the chaos of university group assignments—sharing our own horror stories and reading submissions from Student News and our Instagram. We also chat about our favorite (and least favorite) types of assessments. Vote in the poll below for yours!Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan Chin To support the show, click ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let...2025-03-2730 min
Take NoteWe All Belong (Hidden Disabilities)In today’s episode, we sit down with a special guest—Tiana, a disability support project officer—who shares insights on navigating university life with a hidden disability. From understanding what it means to be neurodivergent to accessing support services, we unpack myths, misconceptions, and ways you can be an ally on campus. Whether you identify as neurodiverse, have a hidden disability, or just want to be more inclusive, this is one you won’t want to miss!Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan Chin To support the show, click ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcas...2025-03-181h 03
Take NoteEverything we wish we knew before Uni startedThis fortnight, Take Note crashes the Succeed team’s ‘How to Uni’ student panel where they discussed everything you need to know for university life during orientation. From debates on the Uni’s best study spots, to sharing tips on beating procrastination, we’re sure you will pick up a thing or two on how you can Uni! O-Week trend alert: sunglasses. Not for fashion, but because everyone’s future is just that bright! Guests: Grant Freeman, Chloe Le, Alex Nguyen + Scarlet Ojeda Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan Chin Video and audio were r...2025-02-2758 min
Take NoteWelcome to 202THRIVEWelcome back to 2025 - a year to THRIVE!! This week we ease into the year by getting to know our knew Host Megan as she joins Liv from last year to get you excited for this new year of study! We hope you all enjoyed your well deserved break and are ready for 202THRIVE!Thanks for coming back for Season 2 of Take Note!Hosted by: Olivia Manser + Megan ChinThis episode was produced by Megan Chin.To support the show, click ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify. For more Take Not...2025-02-1320 min
Take NoteTake Note takes noteIt’s the end of the year!! We can’t believe we’ve been bringing you Take Note for a whole year and it’s our last episode for 2024! To finish up, we’re bringing you a little wrap-up of the year to accompany you while you prep for your final exams and assignments. Liv is back and we take a look back at the year, our favourite moments and chat about what life looks like for us now that we’ve both finished studying. Thanks so much for joining us this year – we've loved it! Gues...2024-11-0720 min
Take NoteFailing and the fall outWe’re back with the podcast that brings you all the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. We know it’s a stressful time with exams and final assignments looming. For some of us, we might not get the results we hoped for, or we may have even failed – but it doesn’t have to be the end of the world. Liv is back to share her story of how she failed a class and how she came back from it. Guest: Olivia M...2024-11-0535 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #10: The machines are learning too?!We're back with another Footnote! In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there. This week we're introducing you to our friends at the Australian Institute for Machine Learning to find out more about what they get up to and what they're working on in the world of AI.Guest: Dr Dhani Dharmaprani, Melinda (Nanyu) Dong and Hamed DamirchiHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Shannon Pearce....2024-10-2429 min
Take NoteI'll sleep when I'm dead... or after examsWelcome back to Take Note – the podcast with all the best notes from orientation to graduation. This week’s episode is all about sleep and how you can get the best out of it. We’re joined by sleep expert and director of the Behaviour-Brain-Body Research Centre at the University of South Australia. She completed her PhD at Flinders University 20 years ago and, since then, has focused her study on the impacts of sleep deprivation and countermeasures used to stay awake, such as napping and caffeine. Guest: Siobhan Banks Hosted by: Shannon Pearce T...2024-10-1743 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #9: I love you, but what are you saying?We're back with another Footnote! This Footnote goes back to when we caught up with student counsellor Jacqui to talk about how we can better communicate with our intimate partners in a healthy way.Guest: Jacqui LiHosted by: Shannon PearceFull episode here: What it means to be loved Follow us on Instagram @uoa.oncampus and send us a DM with your thoughts on the show.If you or another student you know needs some mental health or wellbeing support, head to UoA’s Wellbeing Hub: St...2024-10-1016 min
Take NoteWearing all the hats and doing all the thingsWe’re back with another episode of the podcast that gives you all the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. Liv is back with us this week to chat about the intense juggle of study and adult life, and we sit down with student nurses Asha and Georgia to talk about their experiences balancing intense placements, work and their life outside of study. Guests: Olivia Manser, Asha Foster and Georgia Lehmann Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was pr...2024-10-0343 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #8: Make your brain work for youWatch your step, it's a Footnote! In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We've returned to our episode with Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology Matt about how to make your brain work for you when you’re studying.Guest: Matthew DryHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Shannon Pearce.Full episode here: Is it over yet? Surviving exams 2024-09-2610 min
Take NoteLet's talk about sex(tember)G’day Note Takers, this week Take Note went into the outside world to record live from the University of Adelaide’s SEXtember 2024. We sat down with Dr Nikki Sullivan, who is a Project Development Manager at Thorne Harbour Health and sexologist Sarah Childs to chat about what makes all of us normal in the world of sex (surprise: it’s everything!).Guests: Dr Nikki Sullivan and Sarah Childs Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was recorded at the University of Adelaide’s North Terrace campus on the 5th of September 2024 and produced by Shann...2024-09-1943 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #7: A chaotic Q&AWe're back with another Footnote! In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out bite-sized pieces of the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.This week, Liv is back with us again to help answer your questions about the podcast, uni life and us!Guests: Olivia ManserHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Shannon Pearce and Olivia Manser.To support the show, click ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify. For more T...2024-09-1237 min
Take NoteI've already got a degree, why do it again?Hey Note Takers, we’re back with another episode of the podcast that gives you all the best notes from orientation to graduation. On today’s show, we’ll be chatting about that decision to turn your undergraduate degree into a postgraduate. We’ve got Cody from UoA’s Postgraduate Recruitment Team to give you the ins and outs and we introduce you to a new special guest... Guest: Olivia Manser and Cody Baker Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. Head here if you’re...2024-09-0539 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #6: Meet us!Hi team! For this week's Footnote, we thought we'd do something a little different and use it as an opportunity for you to get to know our host a little better and meet the wonderful Olivia from our behind-the-scenes team.Hosted by: Shannon Pearce and Olivia Manser To support the show, click ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify. For more Take Note and UoA goodness, check out our Instagram page @uoa.oncampus and drop us a DM to let us know what you think of the show.If you or anoth...2024-08-2920 min
Take NoteCan't we be friends?Welcome back to another episode of Take Note! We bring you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. This week we’re chatting about making friends at university and how you can be your best self. We’re joined by behavioural psychologist and University of Adelaide alumni Rosslyn Cox to talk about the science behind friendships. Guest: Rosslyn Cox Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. To support the show, clic...2024-08-2246 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #5: The OG women in academiaHello again! In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We're looking back on our episode that marked 150 years of the University of Adelaide where we spoke with Emeritus Professor Alison Mackinnon from UniSA about how women have shaped the university since the 1800s.Guest: Professor Alison MackinnonHosted by: Shannon PearceFull episode here: From then to now: 150 yearsThis episode was produced by Grace At...2024-08-1511 min
Take NoteThe Intern (not a movie review)Hi friends! Today’s episode takes a dive into the world of internships. We’ve sat down with student Hamoun to chat about what their internship was like and how they got it, as well as business coach and owner of Adelaide furniture brand TH Brown, Toni Briggs-Brown, to talk about how you can be the best intern you can. Guest: Toni Briggs-Brown and Hamoun Mohammadi Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. Please remember that the UoA Internships team are only able to assist with...2024-08-0829 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #4: Allyship equals diversityFootnote incoming!! In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We've returned to our episode on disability on campus with current students Grant and Jack. They share with us their experiences as students with disabilities, how you can be an ally on campus and how they've made the most of Disability Support.Guests: Grant Freeman and Jack McKenzieHosted by: Shannon PearceThis episode was produced by Grace At...2024-08-0116 min
Take NoteHelp! I broke my ankle overseas!G’day friendsss! It’s the podcast that has all the best notes that you need to know from orientation to graduation. This week’s episode is for all of you that are dreaming of some study and travel overseas. We’re joined by student Annabel who went on a six-month exchange to Lund University in Sweden and Jasmina from Study Overseas here at the University of Adelaide to give you an insight into the study overseas experience and how to get there. Guests: Annabel Nettleton and Jasmina Cubelic Hosted by: Shannon Pearce 2024-07-2548 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #3: Assignment hacksIt's time for another Footnote! In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.This week, we’ll be going to back to when we were joined by tutors Alex and Sophie to learn what exactly your marker is looking for.Full episode here: How to Uni 101Guests: Alexander Beare and Sophie HeathHosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Grace Atta and Shannon Pearce. 2024-07-1814 min
Take NoteWhat happens if you lose your connection to country?Welcome back to the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate! NAIDOC Week 2024 has just wrapped up and we wanted to acknowledge the Indigenous leaders and work we have here at UoA. We chat with Kaurna elder Uncle Rod about reclaiming Kaurna language and Kaneisha about her studies at the Centre for Aboriginal Studies in Music (CASM) at the university. Guest: Uncle Rod O’Brien and Kaneisha O’Loughlin Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by S...2024-07-1132 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #2: Chance meetingsHey team! Welcome back to the podcast that gives you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate.In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there. In this Footnote we’ll be hearing some stories from UoA students about the special people they met at O’Week. Full episode here: Ooh, it's O'Week!Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This...2024-07-0410 min
Take NoteCareers: it's ok to change your mindWelcome back, team! This week’s episode is all about careers. You’ll find out what exactly employers are looking for, what you can do to zhouz up your resume and what to do if you’re not vibing your current study path. We’re joined by Careers Education Officer Michelle McKinnon who has soooo much great advice – you don’t want to miss this one! Guest: Michelle McKinnon Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. If you’re a student and you’d like some pers...2024-06-2733 min
Take NoteFOOTNOTE #1: The 25% ruleBut, what is this?! Welcome to Footnotes!In the off week, we’ll be going back and picking out bite-sized pieces of the best bits of our episodes so far and maybe even adding in some bonus content here and there.We have a chat with second-year student Luvish and student counsellor Heather about what to expect now you’re a uni student and find out what to take on your first day.Original episode here: You made it Uni, now what?Guests: Luvish Arya and Heather HanksHosted by...2024-06-2010 min
Take NoteWhat it means to be lovedWelcome back Note Takers to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. This week’s episode is all about healthy relationships. We catch up with student counsellors Jacqui and Jo to tell us how we can better communicate with our intimate partners and the ins and outs of consent. Guest: Jacqui Li and Jo McNamara Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. ...2024-06-1355 min
Take NoteProgressing with PrideHelloooooo! Welcome back to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start Uni to the day you graduate. It’s Pride Month! Which means it’s time to celebrate our gay and queer besties and raise awareness for the issues and challenges they still face. Guest: Kansas Bird Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce Check out the university’s LGBTQIA+ Resources from Student Health and Wellbeing for links to pro...2024-05-3023 min
Take NoteIs it over yet? Surviving examsG’day, note takers! Welcome back to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. Today, we’ll be chatting with Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology Matt about how to make your brain work for you when you’re studying and one student’s experience of perfectionism. Guest: Matthew Dry and Krystal Zhong Hosted by: Shannon Pearce This episode was produced by Shannon Pearce. To support...2024-05-1620 min
Take NoteDoes my debt die with me?Welcome back to the podcast that gives you all the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. Today’s episode is all about HECS and debt as a student. You’ll learn the ins and outs of how HECS works, where it might follow you, and if it really is something you should be afraid of. You’ll be hearing from George, a Senior Lecturer in Finance from the Adelaide Business School, with his best advice for saving money and working down that debt...2024-05-0236 min
Take NoteLeaving home for life in AustraliaIt’s that time again, Take Note friends! A new episode of the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start Uni to the day you graduate has arrived. Today, we’ll be chatting with Estee and Pragya about their experience moving to Australia; we’ll be giving you the run-down on what to expect when you move to Adelaide; and hear from you about what surprised you about Australian life when you first arrived. Guest: Estee Loke, Pragya Kaushik and Thanh Tung H...2024-04-1823 min
Take NoteFrom then to now: 150 yearsHellooo Take Note crew! Welcome back to the podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. It’s been 150 years since the University of Adelaide was established, so we’re going to celebrate our anniversary year with a trip through some of the history we’ve created over the last century and a half. Today, you’ll be hearing some of the wackiest stories from our history from university librarian Deanne, how women have shaped the university since the 1800...2024-04-0439 min
Take NoteTalking disability on campus Welcome back to Take Note! The podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. This episode falls on Neurodiversity Celebration Week. So, listen in to conversations with current students, Tessa, Grant and Jack, who share with us their experiences as students with disabilities. They'll chat about study tools for neurodiverse folk, how to access Disability Support and how you can be an ally on campus. Guests: Tessa Gloede, Grant Freeman and Jack McKenzie Hosted...2024-03-2140 min
Take NoteHow to Uni 101Welcome back to Take Note! The podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start uni to the day you graduate. In this episode, we’ll be your home of how-tos for uni. We’ll be sharing the study secrets that no one tells you, advice on where to get help and how to write the best essay of your life. We are joined by tutors Alex and Sophie to learn what exactly your marker is looking for and Michael and Nicholas from the Writing Cent...2024-03-0748 min
Take NoteOoh, it's O'Week!Hiya, Take Note gang!Today, we’ll be chatting with Caleb about some of the different clubs you might have seen at O’Week; we’ll be hearing from Kumi to give you everything you need to know about YouX, and we’ll also be hearing some stories from UoA students about the special people they met at O’Week. If you're looking to join a club, you can check out all of UoA's 160+ clubs at Find a Club.Funky C Band: @funkyc.adlGuest: Caleb Rodgers...2024-02-2627 min
Take NoteYou made it to Uni, now what? Welcome to the very first episode of Take Note! The podcast where we give you the best notes on everything you need to know from the day you start Uni to the day you graduate. Today’s episode is all about being the newbie. We have a chat with second-year student Luvish and student counsellor Heather about what to expect now you’re a uni student, and how to handle all the stress that comes with it. We’ll also find out where to find UoA’s queer networks, what to take on your first day, and w...2024-02-0834 min