In a global world, Oasis is about developing global citizens, who are confident learning and sharing life across cultural, ethnic, religious, and national boundaries. Our international students from over 90 different countries contribute to a rich and diverse cultural landscape here at Flinders.

Oasis takes a leading role on campus in promoting the support of community, and celebration of diversity. We do this by:

  • Hosting R U OK? Day events across metropolitan and regional campuses to connect and have meaningful conversations with community, in support of mental health awareness
  • Our Conversation Groups and the Flinders Mates sessions which support the development of friendships and English conversational skills
  • Supporting international student clubs who have a cultural and religious focus
  • Providing a welcoming drop-in centre on campus where students meet and form friendships and build community in an atmosphere of inclusivity and interpersonal, intercultural and interfaith respect and understanding

R U OK? Day

R U OK? Is about empowering and inspiring meaningful connection and support for anyone who might be struggling in life to provide protection from suicide. Whether it’s a family member, friend, partner or colleague we’re inviting everyone to Ask R U OK?  

In recognition of R U OK? Day in September, Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre has a range of activities and pop-ups across campuses to encourage you to take some time out to connect with each other and your community, and to have an R U OK? Conversation.

This is an opportunity to meet our Wellbeing Ambassadors, connect with support services, grab some freebies (R U OK? cookies and merchandise) and engage in activities and conversation.

Conversation Groups and Flinders Mates

Did you know that the students at Flinders represent over 90 of the world’s countries? Conversation Groups and Flinders Mates are a fun and informal way to meet other students, to have interesting conversations in English, to share your culture and to build international friendships and networks.

By participating in interesting and engaging conversations (in English), you will get an opportunity to learn about different cultures and connect with people from around the world in a relaxed, friendly environment. These are also a great way to complement your studies at Flinders, by enhancing your understanding of other cultures – a vital skillset in a global workforce.

If you are an International Student and are wanting to attend workshops that are specific to enhancing your academic language skills please also visit the Student Learning Support Service. Conversation groups can contribute to making your time as a Flinders student memorable.

Multicultural Meals

Throughout the year we celebrate the diversity of our student community with regular multicultural meals using our fabulous kitchen.  Stay tuned to our social media: Instagram and Facebook for when the next meal is happening.

Cultural and Religious Events

Join one of the many Flinders Cultural or Religious clubs and share in their celebrations, for example, during Tihar, Chinese New Year, or Eid.