Year 9 Fast Forward University Campus Visit
Year 9 Fast Forward University Campus Visit
The Fast Forward Program is a partnership between the Western Sydney University and schools in Greater Western Sydney.
The program encourages students to strive for their personal best and to see tertiary study as a realistic and viable post-school option. During the four-year program students begin to understand the concept of lifelong learning and the benefits of continued education and training has on the success of their career.
On Wednesday the1st of November, Year 9 Fast Forward students visited the Parramatta South Campus of Western Sydney University.
The students participated in fun games to develop their communication and teamwork skills. Students learnt about the four methods of communication: Verbal; Nonverbal; Written; and Visual. Students also learnt that there are four ways to improve teamwork: Define each role; Communication is the key; Focus on individual strengths to strengthen the team; Celebrating team success.
A part of the day was spent learning about potential careers and Western Sydney University course offerings. Students heard briefly from the University Student Ambassadors about their university journey and the degree they are studying and the campus they are attending. Students learnt that Western Sydney University has several campuses and not all degrees are offered at all campuses.
After lunch students embarked on an investigation challenge. This challenge involved locating various buildings on the Parramatta South Campus and collecting clues to identify the corporate identity thief. To be successful students needed to use their communication and teamwork skills. Whilst the students struggled at one point to locate one of the buildings they were successful in collecting all the clues and identifying the correct identity thief.
Students are to be commended for their behaviour and wonderful participation in the day’s activities. I would also like to thank Ms Harwood for her attendance and for her help leading up to the excursion.
Therese May
College Future Pathways Leader