clubs guide 2010
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The Clubs Association aims to facilitate the strengthening of cultural and social activities. If you can't find a club that meets your interest, create your own and keep the vibrant campus culture of Adelaide University alive!TRANSCRIPT
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CA SERVICESHow to Start a Club
This is a summary guide. For more informa-‐
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Bacchae Club
Adelaide University Chess Club
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Adelaide University Choral Society (AUCS)[email protected]
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ACTIVITYwho love to sing. Our weekly rehearsals are followed
involve an intense mixture of singing and socialising
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beers.
friends.
with other debaters from here and interstate.
Thursday night throughout the academic year. There
individuals and we can assign you a team based on
So if you want to be involved in one of the biggest
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ACTIVITYAdelaide University Go Club
Go is an ancient board game that originated in China over 2500 years ago. Go is also known as igo in Japanese, wéiqí in Chinese and baduk in Korean. The
placing stones on a Go board. The game of Go while have very few and simple rules, is a vastly complex and strategic game. While Chess is a solved problem,
world – a computer opponent in Go can only muster the level of an intermediate amateur player.
since then. Members of the club generally strive to improve themselves in the game, learning about sound strategy and concepts of the game. During
games against each other, review games or solve go problems to improve their knowledge of the game.
glad to teach you about the game.
of Students (ECOS)
Students who are concerned about the environment
University and the wider community and planet, when they join Ecos. In the past Ecos members have run a clean energy campaign, held successful Clothes Swaps on the Barr Smith Lawns, helped organise the Students of Sustainability Conference held at Flinders 2010, and taken part in Ecoversity
enthusiasm and ideas for the future! Ecos is
lian Student Environment Network. Ecos meet on a regular basis, in good weather on the Barr Smith Lawns.
Adelaide University Film Society (AUFS)
are free for members. (This could be you.) They are chosen by members. (This could be you.) Cinemas
you.) Films are usually preceded and followed by impromptu social happenings to which all members are invited. There is also an email discussion list to which any member can contribute their opinions and thoughts. Besides our main weekly screenings, we
other social events throughout the year.
shown, learn how to project, See FREE previews and write reviews, and most importantly meet cool,
generally be in the know of what’s happening in the
screened in the Union Cinema (Level 5, Union Building).
to www.aufs.org.
Flash Mob
The club for everyone who just wants to have some crazy fun in their lives.
GAMES Club
Bringing together people from all walks of life to play every form of game you can imagine.
students of all disciplines who have achieved outstanding academic results.
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LAN Gamers (StreetGeek)
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Nerf Club
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ACTIVITYAdelaide University [email protected]
Do you want more excitement in your life? Do you
want to meet hot guys/girls? Do you want revenge
on the man who killed your family in an elaborate
of your own blood? Whatever your reason, you
should consider joining the Adelaide University
Paintball Club. It won't help you with any of these
problems, but it will give you a chance to enjoy an
Paintball Club caters for the social and diehard
paintballer alike; we play social paintball regularly
throughout the year (once per academic term -‐ with
where we have won a number of trophies. For our
paintball trips we provide things such as free lunch,
to make our events even more awesome. All for the
Paintball is more than just people running around
looking for somewhere to wear your clown suit you
should give us a go.
forward to introducing our exclusive-‐to-‐members
always welcome.
Adelaide University Role Playing [email protected]
Have you ever wished that life were more like a
vampire who uses it for his lair?
well be correct. However, we are here to tell you that
considerably safer and which means you need never
and there is no limit to the adventures that can be
had and the stories that can be told. From the epic to
literary to the light-‐hearted, the roleplaying club is
here to facilitate the enjoyment of roleplaying games
(such as Dungeons and Dragons, Exalted, and Dark
Stein [email protected]
enjoy a wide range of beers from around the globe.
wanted to try a true German lager? Perhaps some
never tried before? If you said yes to any of these,
during each term throughout the academic year. For
a small price for the night, members receive a local
lesser known local beers, as well as a meal (usually
popular beers have included Gilde Pilsner, Lowen-‐
range, just to name a few.
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ACTIVITYWe also hold a host of other events, including
provides lessons at the convenience of students
Theatre Guild
one of the longest standing, most respected and
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The Adelaide University AIAA Aerospace Club is for
not just those studying the Aerospace Engineering degree.
The AIAA is the largest technical society devoted to
and space. The Adelaide University Student Branch
based in the School of Mechanical Engineering. For
members have the opportunity to take part in
access to areas not normally available to the public
local industry dignitaries
aerospace industries
www.mecheng.adelaide.edu.au/aiaa/
Adelaide University Student Branch membership is independent from membership of the AIAA Professional Society. You do not have to be an AIAA society member to join the Student Branch.
Member of the AIAA professional society (which
in mind a number of students currently studying Agricultural Sciences at the University of Adelaide felt the course would be enhanced with the presence of
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the wider agricultural community. Students nearing
world at your feet’ however when entering such a
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The Adelaide Business Students’ Society runs events and provides special services to all University of Adelaide business students. This includes those
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organise an array of social events aimed to enhance
network with fellow business students. They are
within a community of business students.
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FACULTYIt is important that you start thinking about your
business career from the minute you begin Univer-‐
sity, as there are many steps that can be taken to
ensure success. With this in mind, your ABSS
coordinates a range of professional orientated
events, which are designed to provide you with
enabling you to develop and improve upon
important business skills that enhance your employ-‐
be missed if you are looking to get ahead in the
pursuit of your career.
Through the social and professional events that we
run, and the services that we provide, we aim to
enjoyable and memorable.
Chemical Engineering Society (CHEMS)
CHEMS is a club for Chemical Engineering students
operate on the philosophy ‘Work hard, play harder,
and let industry know how great Chemical Engineer-‐
ing students are!’
Every year we hold huge events, such as the 1st Year
Member Welcome BBQ (Welcome Freshers!) so we
throughout the year. The biggest events on our
calendar are the Industry Night and the Annual
Formal Dinner. Industry Night will give you great
careers you can choose from (because, of course,
Chemical Engineers can do almost anything!). It’s
Formal Dinner is a chance to celebrate the year in
style and it is always a truly memorable evening. We
also have crazy pubcrawls and a quiz night, so there
are loads of massive events to get involved in! This
year will be the best yet – keep an eye on the
Department for what’s coming up so you don’t miss
out!
The best thing of all is that by joining CHEMS you
have the opportunity to meet others who have
already been there, done that. You can’t go wrong!
Studying engineering is a challenge, but CHEMS is
determined to help you get all you can out of it.
will guide you on the path to Chemical Engineering
righteousness. Enlightenment, and a few other
surprises, awaits you.
Computer Science Club
The Adelaide University Computer Science Club
(otherwise known as “cs club” ) is a student run club
targeted at those with an interest in computer
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cally or socially.
events and free use of resources provided by the club
campus and run pub crawls and BBQs throughout the
year.
prizes, these have included programming and video
projects among club members, which have included
an automated sentry turret and networked card
assistance or make new friends and all are welcome
unique environment.
IRC: irc://chat.freenode.net:7000/compsci.adl
Email: [email protected]
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FACULTYAdelaide University Dental Students [email protected]
The Adelaide University Dental Students Society
supported dental and oral health students for over
dental and oral health students and Adelaide Dental
AUDSS also provides and maintains the entertain-‐
from home.
The AUDSS principally consists of dental and oral
leaders.
Electrical & Electronic Engineering [email protected]
printed notes and cold pizzas to any UoA student member.
Adelaide University Engineering [email protected]
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FACULTY
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FACULTYAdelaide University Maths Society (AUMS)[email protected]
students each year.
Adelaide Medical Students Society (AMSS) [email protected]
social events are second to none and medical
Adelaide University Philosophy Club
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FACULTYknowledge, religion, reality and the mind. The Club is designed to be both accessible and challenging, so
In 2011 the Club will hold regular events, including a
just email us.
warmly welcomes anyone with an interest in the subject.
Adelaide University Rural Health Alliance
more enjoyable.
studying health, with an interest in rural health.
doctors.
a weekend or a year is welcome to join what is
www.aurha.org.au or send us an email.
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that love science. We run social events that get you in contact with like-‐minded people -‐ including video nights, social dinners, and the like -‐ as well as
engineering.
We also run trips to observatories and planetaria,
biology, astrophysics, geology, meteorology,
The inaugural veterinary students at the University
graduate students to promote and maintain student
upon joining, members will receive a hat and
community website, discounted merchandise, as
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ISSUE BASEDinterest to students.
Adelaide University Labor Club
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supports them.
Adelaide University Liberal Club
Adelaide University Oxfam Club
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ISSUE BASED
godless
Pride
Resistance
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RELIGIOUSBaha’i Society Of Adelaide University
The Baha’i society is inspired by the teachings of the Baha’i Faith – A world religion whose purpose is to unite all the races and peoples in one universal Cause and one common Faith.
All members of the society try to act based on these teachings. We welcome diversity and are open to people of all backgrounds and beliefs. Principles
prejudices, equality of women and men, and the oneness of all religions. We are only speaking about
society on campus areTranquillity zone
prayers and readings from any religions. Join us in
mind. t
Explore the journey of the soul through a wide
Salsa & R’n’B classes
never danced, you cannot resist.The Golden Thread
Relax, unwind and broaden your mind before the new week starts. Chill out with some relaxing tunes and readings from the spiritual truths of the world’s great religions and philosophies. Uni Tea for Unity
Regular social get-‐togethers. Building friendships and bonds to last.Various Service Projects for Community
unite.
is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.”
gather all Buddhists and non-‐Buddhists who are interested in learning and understanding the Buddhist teaching in the correct manner. Buddhist teachings are introduced to students to develop basic
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Most students are of primarily Chinese speaking background, and have indeed some thoughts about Buddhists’ teaching beforehand. However, transla-‐
speaking background.
weeks. On top of that, dharma talks, camps, sport
carried out to allow students to share their personal encounters and also have lots of fun. It is a group
Club that has been around for over 5 years in the
encourage one another and to fellowship with one
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RELIGIOUSanother according to the principles set out in the Holy Bible. Here, we will have a small meal together, play fun games, sing songs of praise and worship,
listen to the word of God. It will be a place where you will revive, refresh and renew yourself.
purpose of this group is to reach out and bring the good news of Jesus to the students. Come and meet
always hold you up in life.
Evangelical [email protected]
aims to encourage students in their personal faith
students with sound bible knowledge and help them to apply the Bible in their everyday lives. ES is a member of AFES (the Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students). ES runs a variety of regular events on campus with weekly Bible Talks and Bible Study Groups. We also run two major camps each year: a commencement camp before uni starts, and a week-‐long camp/conference in the mid-‐year break which focuses its talks on the bible. ES is a great way to meet new people at uni and to make great friends. There are also a variety of social events which run throughout the year. We are very friendly,
faith and the Bible.
Check our website for news and contact details, and
Islamic Students Society of the University of Adelaide (ISSUA)[email protected]
The meaning of the word ‘Islam’ is ‘loving and peaceful submission to the will of Allah.’(The one God) This is the aim of all Muslims. Our aim at the Islamic Students’ Society (ISSUA) is to provide a body within the university to support the needs of Muslim
with our other fellow students.
ISSUA is a club that desires to promote the true Islam,
interested in Islam. We hope to promote a culture within the university that is Muslim friendly and to provide guidance.
Australasian Union of Jewish Students [email protected]
at over 30 university campuses in Australia and New Zealand.
each year.
or contact us directly.
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The study classes are run by volunteers from the
Community-‐Based service projects such as donat-‐ing blood to the Red Cross Blood Bank, removing
The club’s aim is to bring students together in order
themselves and those they come in contact with. Everyone is welcome.
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RELIGIOUSLutheran Students and Friends (LSF)[email protected]
LSF is a group of Lutheran students and friends who
get together for a great variety of reasons in a great
all part of what LSF (Lutheran Students and Friends)
well as challenging group of people who accept each
during your years at uni.
the basement of the Lady Symon Building which you
love of Christ.
centres currently established in university campuses
Territory. Other than having students from the
University of South Australia.
arm of it to complement the local churches’
every OCF member to see his or her own campus and
each member serving God and growing in spiritual
place for you to come and learn and be a part of us.
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which represents and advocates in favour for all
Chinese Students in University of Adelaide.
welfare of Chinese students, promote and further
the interests of the members, promote Chinese
Culture in university and society, promote
understanding between local community and
members, and provide assistances to Chinese
November 2007 and currently we have up to 1000
compliments from university and local community
For those non-‐Chinese who are interested in
Chinese culture, we welcome you to join us. For
Chinese students, this is the place where you can
meet a lot of new friends and this is the place for you
to promote the beauty of Chinese culture into
Australian society.
Adelaide University French Club (AUFC)[email protected]
The Adelaide University French Club is a club that
celebrates the French language and culture, and is
open to anyone and everyone, regardless of
word.
We run a series of events throughout the year, the
most popular being the annual play.
students, this amateur piece of theatre, performed
screenings, and the very popular wine tour. We also
night and soccer match. Our major events are spaced
out throughout the year, and we have regular smaller
events. The French Club is one of the largest on
you’re not, and just enjoy the culture), then the
French Club is an absolute must!
Adelaide University German Club (AUGC)[email protected]
language and culture, but many of our events are
more socially oriented. Some of our members
throughout the year, including Not-‐The-‐
Crepes party and movie nights.
us with lots of beer and merchandise to give to you!
Our average membership base is 100 people,
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CULTURALpeople, making us one of the biggest clubs on campus. People join for many reasons, whether to brush up on their German skills, to learn more about Germany from our many exchange students or to make new friends. Whatever the reason, the German Club makes sure that its members have an
friendly people!
Adelaide University Greek [email protected]
“Ole, ole, ole, ole! Hellas! Hellas!” AGUA (Adelaide
Greek Club. AGUA meets regularly for cafe and
like Greek Baraki nights. AGUA works closely with
means you are an AGUA member. Anyone can be part of AGUA, from the actual Greek, to the person learning Greek or the person who just loves all things Greek.
The club is involved in an Indonesian Student
students but also for family members to keep contact among the Indonesian community.
barbecues and Muslim Sunday school for children. The club has also organized cooking classes for student spouses to share in a variety of
OSA.
backgrounds and to form friendships. Seminars and discussions have been conducted at Waite. We
are held at North Terrace. The largest annual event is the Indonesian Independence Day, where all
Japanese Culture [email protected]
Unlike the French or German language and culture, the Japanese language and culture has yet to be promoted and celebrated by a club at the University of Adelaide. The Japanese Culture Club is aiming to
understanding and tolerance of Japanese ways. It is not a purely studios club but rather one that also
understanding of Japanese culture.
Malaysian Students [email protected]
Malaysian Students Council of South Australia
South Australia, namely University of Adelaide, Flinders University and the University of South
eyes of the local Australians.
Malaysian students in South Australia. To promote and nurture the spirit of togetherness and camara-‐derie among all Malaysian students, regardless of
colour or religion. To cater for the welfare and to promote and develop the interest of all its full
members of the council and Malaysian government
higher learning and/or any establishment that might help in the welfare and well being of the members.
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CULTURAL
Adelaide University Spanish Club
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PROVISIONALAdelaide Indian Cultural [email protected]
The Adelaide Indian Cultural Society (AICS) serves as
to come together and to promote Indian art, culture,
cultural programmes.
language, race or religion. This is evident in the rapid
5members to an astounding 106 members in 2010,
and many more to come
AICS has organised numerous events by beginning
leadership by each and every member, that AICS has
Fest 2010.
visitors).
6. Inaugural Indianite 2010.
Australia.
9. Deepavali Luncheon 2010.
Henna Sales.
spirituality.
every member as they are highly valuable and
appreciated.
the secretariat at [email protected] !
Adelaide University Agricultural [email protected]
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PROVISIONAL
entering such a diverse job environment, it can be
Adelaide University Korean Club
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among the Korean students through various social
aims through organising a Korean booth during the
with us!
Adelaide University Mining Engineering Student Society
We serve all students who have an interest in the
engineering or a related discipline!
events throughout the year, which gives members
smaller events such as regular barbeques also give members a chance to mingle with students, academ-‐
Collectable Card Game Club
Darwin’s Army
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students outside classes and to build a social support
movie nights, quiz nights, dinners, a day at the beach,
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Game Development Club
Adelaide University HipHop Dance Club
Italianit’a
One Village University Club
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PROVISIONALsustainable development projects in Uganda, please contact Madeleine Dodd [email protected] or Erin Holmes [email protected] . From the smallest seed grows change…
Adelaide University Pathological Society (PathSoc) [email protected]
The Adelaide University Pathological Society, or
for medical students at the University of Adelaide. It
of pathological principles. We will organise tutorials for pre-‐clinical students as a way of covering tricky concepts and issues that they might not get the chance to cover in their resource sessions. Our research arm will link
interest with senior pathology researchers. We also
evening, an interest night in pathology and many more.
engage schoolgirls in engineering topics from a young age, with the long-‐term goal of increasing female enrolment in engineering, science and
volunteers (both female and male) visit girls primary
students are provided with the necessary training to
the schools, but also to provide a rewarding experience for the dedicated students who
future plans include science fairs, engineering camps
Email: [email protected]
Rotaract Club of Adelaide [email protected]
The purpose of Rotaract of Adelaide University is to provide an opportunity for young men and women to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the
worldwide through a framework of friendship and service.
Most of the events organised by the Rotaract Club of Adelaide University encompasses the goals which are to develop professional and leadership skills and
promote ethical standards and the dignity of all
young people to address the needs and concerns of the community and our world through working in
of the Rotaract Club of Adelaide University is certainly a step ahead for eventual membership in Rotary.
Some of the key events organised by the Rotaract
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the community, members networking night,
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PROVISIONAL
professional skills, come join us! Membership is
Do not hesitate to contact us at
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QUIET AFFILIATESAdelaide University Photography Society
The Adelaide University Photographic Society (AUPS) welcomes all people interested in every
beginner or someone who makes a living out of the
with a range of events to suit everyone. We hold
photography.
it be free with the AUPS!
Engineers without Borders
Engineers Without Borders works with disadvan-‐
projects.
Malaysian Medical Society
Providing a strong network and services for Malaysian medical students studying here in Adelaide.
Medical Students Orchestra
Oaktree
A club working to empower developing
Adelaide University Rostrum Club
The Adelaide University Rostrum Club provides a
which to develop the vitally important skills of
using appropriate body language for such occasions.
Singapore Medical Society
Providing a strong network and services for Singapor-‐ean medical students studying here in Adelaide.
St Marks
Travellers Club
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Vietnamese Student Society
Bringing together Vietnamese students and those interested in Vietnamese culture.
serves as a forum where like-‐minded young entrepre-‐-‐
ing their business
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CONTENTSArea Clubs
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CA SERVICES Objec ves, Structure, Informa on, Administra on, Room Facili es, Financial Assistance, Clubs Promo on, Ac vi es & Events, Orienta on Week, Clubs Fest, Club Cup, How to Start a Club, Contact Details.
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ACTIVITY AIESEC, Bacchae Club, AU Chess Club, AU Choral Society, Society for Crea ve Anachronism, AU Deba ng Society, Fringe Club, AU Go Club, Au Environment Collec ve of Students, AU Film Society, FlashMob, GAMES Club, Golden Key Interna onal Honour Society, LAN Gamers, Mature Students Associa on, Nerf Club, AU Paintball, Tronicle-‐ Science Fic on, AU Role Playing Club, Stein Club, Swing Dance Associa on, Theatre Guild, EVAC Video Gamers, AU Vegan Society, Year Book Club, Yoga & Medita on, United Na ons Society, AU Wine Club
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FACULTY AIAA-‐ Student Branch, AU Agriculture Club, Adelaide Business Student’s Society, Chemical Engineering Society, Computer Science Club, AU Dental Students Society, Economics & Finance Associa on, Electrical & Electronic Engineering Students, AU Engineering Society, Educa on Students Associa on, AU Geological Society, AU Law Students’ Society, AU Maths Society, AU Media Associa on, Adelaide Medical Students Society, AU Philosophy Club, Psychology Students Associa on, Au Rural Health Alliance, SPACED, Adelaide Veterinary Students Associa on
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ISSUE BASED Ac on For Pales ne, Amnesty Interna onal, AU Democra c Club, AU Greens Club, AU Labor Club, AU Liberal Club, AU Oxfam Club, godless, Pride, Resistance
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RELIGIOUS Baha’i, Society of AU, Zhu Lin Ru-‐Shi Buddhist Youth Group, Campus Chris an Movement, Evangelical Students, Islamic Students Society of AU, Australasian Union of Jewish Students, La er-‐Day Saints, Lutheran Students and Friends, Overseas Chris an Fellowship, Oxygen
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CULTURAL Chinese Students Associa on, AU French Club, AU German Club, AU Greek Club, Indonesian Students Society, Japanese Culture Club, Malaysian Students Council, Singapore Students Associa on, AU Spanish Club
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PROVISIONAL Adelaide Indian Cultural Society, AU Agriculture Club, AU Korean Club, AU Mining Engineering Students Society, Adelaide Wildlife Apprecia on Club, Collectable Card Game Club, Darwin’s Army, Game Development Club, AU HipHop Dance Club, Italianit’a, Mechatronics Engineering Students Society, One Village University Club, AU Pathological Society, Robogals, Rotaract Club of AU
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QUIET AFFILIATES AU Photography Society , Engineers without Borders, Malaysian Medical Society, Medical Students Orchestra, Oaktree, AU Rostrum Club, Singapore Medical Society, St Marks, Travellers Club, Vietnamese Student Society, Young Entrepreneurs Associa on
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