Frenchsoc Newsletter Semaine 6

Bonjour les amis! 

 

This week with FrenchSoc:

 

Conversation groups

1-2pm Monday-Thursday, Manning Backcourt.

No conversation group this Tuesday- We'll be at the Multicultural Fair Day!

 

Study group

2-3pm Monday, August 31st, Isabelle Fidler Room (Top floor of Manning)

 

Multicultural Fair Day

11am-3pm Tuesday 1^st September, Union Plaza (Jane Foss Russell Building)

Sample cuisine and culture from around the globe! We're selling croissants and crêpes from our stall- Miam!

Crêpe with a condiment: Access $4, Non-Access $6.

Croissant with condiment: Access $3, Non-Access $4

Plain Croissant: Access $2, Non-Access $3

For more details see http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=114903187853

 

Wine and Cheese Night

6.30pm till late, Wednesday 2^nd September, Hermann's Bar.

JazzSoc, WineSoc, FrenchSoc, EpicSoc and SASS have joined forces once again to bring to the VERGE Arts Festival 2009 a very special Wine and Cheese Night! Last year we won the Best Non-Major Event Award for this very event! Join us for a fantastic evening of quality wine tasting, gourmet cheese sampling and socialising with friends while enjoying the delightful tunes of jazz through the night. A now bi-annual event on the social calendar of every wine and cheese-loving student not to be missed! Tickets available at the door
Frenchsoc Member and Access: $5

Access: $8

Non Access: $10

For more details see http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119723743425

 

Coming up with FrenchSoc:

 

VERGE ARTS FESTIVAL 2009!!

Verge Film Festival French Film Night

3-8pm Wednesday 9^th September, Verge Festival Tent, Manning Road

 

Verge Festival Poetry Reading

5-6pm, Thursday 10^th September, Holme Reading Room

 

 

Elsewhere on campus

Verge Tent Night of Comedy

8pm Wednesday 2^nd September, VERGE Festival Tent, Manning Road

$5/$8/$10 entry

"In Space, no-one can hear you love..."

Bambina Borracha Productions is spinning off its gravitational axis with excitement as it announces the return of 'SPACE/TIME: A LOVE STORY' presented in the University of Sydney Union VERGE Arts festival. This original performance promises to expand your mind and then fill it with comedy, music, drag and a high stakes, high octane, intergalactic spaceship battle! (special effects budget pending).

 

As the Universe spins perilously out of control, two would-be astronauts sit in their tin can and alfoil spaceship contemplating an eternity of frustration together as they float further and further away from Earth. That is, of course, until they come across a very awkward speed dating session between TIME and SPACE which could just be their ticket back home. Either that, or the end of reality as we know it. This cabaret-cum-comedy epic boldly attempts to explain astrophysics through song and asks the question -  what do you get the metaphysical concept who has everything?

 

Come dressed as something above the ozone layer and join the lonely hearts service of the INTERGALACTIC LOVE PIONEERS. $1 Alien kisses and $5 subsequent face reconstructions.

 

 

 

A bientôt!

FrenchSoc

 

 

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Frenchsoc Newsletter Semaine 5

Bonjour les amis! 

 

It was great to see so many Frenchsoc members at our Exchange Information Session last Monday! Thanks to Jasmina and April from the International Office who spoke about the Exchange process, and to all of the current and past exchange and international students who answered questions, chatted and gave their insights into living and studying in France and Switzerland. There are some compulsory International Office information sessions for students wanting to go on exchange on in the next few weeks (See below and attached file).

 

Thanks to everyone who came to our General Meeting last Thursday! We had some delicious croissants, cheese and fruit and elected some new people to the Frenchsoc Executive! The updated executive list is:

President: Kath Wilson

Vice President: Sarah Austin

Treasurer: Martin Seneviratine

Secretary: Katherine Gregory

Publicity Officer: David Laybutt

Language Officers: Cat Tayeh and Stef Watts

Social Events Coordinators: Nikki Huang, Jenny Tang, Hannah Allsopp, Donna Oringo.

General Executives: Nick Malpas, Xiang Ying Shu, Christina Song, Milton Micallef, Caroline Banh and Isabelle Ho.

 

If you're interested in being involved with Frenchsoc, we'll be electing a whole new executive at our AGM in Week 10, or you can start now- By chatting to one of the current exec about helping out at events, or even coming to our breakfast exec meeting tomorrow morning at 8am at Ralph's Café!

 

This week with FrenchSoc:

 

Conversation groups

1-2pm Monday-Thursday, Manning Backcourt.

 

Study group

2-3pm Monday August 3, Isabelle Fidler Room (Top floor of Manning)

 

Café rendez-vous au Petit Tarte,

4pm-6pm Wednesday 26 August, Café Le Petit Tarte, 219 Glebe Pt Rd, Glebe

Special deal for members: coffee or cake is free, or it's $2 for both. 

 

Coming up with FrenchSoc

 

Multicultural Fair Day

11am-3pm Tuesday 1^st September, Union Plaza

We're selling croissants and crepes- Miam!

 

Wine and Cheese Night

5.30pm Wednesday 2^nd September, Hermann's Bar.

 

Elsewhere on campus

 

Exchange Information Sessions

Europe (for language exchanges)
Monday 31st August, 1-2pm
Carslaw Lecture Theatre 373

Canada (& USA)

Wednesday 26th August and Monday 7 September 1-2pm
Carslaw Lecture Theatre 373

 

 

General Information Session about Exchange

Wednesday 2nd September and Wednesday 16th September, 1-2pm
Carslaw Lecture Theatre 373

 

For exchanges that commence second (July) semester next year, the last day to collect application forms is the 15th October this year, and the submission deadline for application forms is 31st October.

 

 

A bientôt!

FrenchSoc

 

 

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SRC International Student Forum Tomorrow 12pm

Salut tout le monde,

 

Tomorrow the SRC International Student Forum is being held (see attached flyer) . There will be discussions about the
current campaign for transport concessions for International Students in NSW and other issues affecting International students. The Vice-Chancellor will be present, so this is will be an excellent opportunity to have the University's top representative hear your views. Details are below:

 

SRC International Student Forum
12pm Wednesday 19th August (Week 4)
New Law Building
Lecture Theatre 106

A bientôt!

FrenchSoc

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Frenchsoc Newsletter Semaine 4

Bonjour les amis! 

 

This week with FrenchSoc:

 

Conversation groups

1-2pm Monday-Thursday, Manning Backcourt.

 

Exchange Information Session (Instead of Study Group)

2-3pm Monday August 17, Isabel Fidler Room (Top floor of Manning)

Interested in going on exchange to a French speaking country? Find out more about it and chat to returned exchange students about their experiences! There will be some free nibblies provided!

If you're a returned exchange student, we'd love to see you on Monday to share stories about your time abroad!

 

Frenchsoc General Meeting

4-6pm Thursday 20 August, Isabel Fidler Room, Manning House.

Interested in joining the Frenchsoc exec team, planning and suggesting event ideas for the rest of semester or just having some free French food? Come along to our General meeting!

We will be amending our constitution to enable up to 2 Language Officers and up to 6 General Execs to be part of the Frenchsoc Executive. We will also be electing a Publicity Officer.

Coming up with FrenchSoc

 

Café rendez-vous au Petit Tarte,

4pm-6pm Wednesday 26 August, Café Le Petit Tarte, 219 Glebe Pt Rd, Glebe

 

A bientôt!

FrenchSoc

 

 

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FRENCHSOC CRÊPE NIGHT THIS THURSDAY AT POCKET!

Salut tout le monde!

 

Frenchsoc crêpes and cocktail night: 6-9pm Thursday 13 August, Pocket Bar, 13 Burton Street, Darlinghurst

Come and celebrate the start of semester 2 with crêpes, apératifs and vos amis de Frenchsoc this THURSDAY at Pocket Bar in Darlinghurst!

Attendance is free; however we will be selling coupons on the night which will provide you with an awesome cocktail from the bar or with a yummy crêpe for these reduced prices:

Cocktail or a crêpe: $7 members/$10 ACCESS

Cocktail AND a crêpe: $14 members/$20 ACCESS.

 

Remember, Frenchsoc membership is only $2 with an ACCESS card!

Pocket is an awesome garage-turned-retro-lounge-bar just off Oxford Street Darlinghurst, where authentic French crêpes are also served. You can check out their website: www.pocketbar.com.au

 

We hope to see you soon!

Frenchsoc

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Frenchsoc Newsletter Semaine 3

Bonjour les amis! 

 

It was great to see so many exchange and international students last Thursday at our Welcome afternoon tea. We'd like to say thanks Azzuri's for hosting us and to everyone who came and made it such a fun afternoon! Check out future Frenchsoc events in the attached Semester 2 calendar!

 

This week with FrenchSoc:

 

Conversation groups

1-2pm Monday-Thursday, Manning Backcourt.

Enjoy a FREE coffee/hot drink and practice your French with other students.

 

Study group

2-3pm Monday August 10, Isabelle Fidler Room (Top floor of Manning)

Don't ignore your French homework! Study, share your knowledge and chat with a group of French students.

 

Café rendez-vous au Petit Tarte,

4pm-6pm Tuesday 11 August, Café Le Petit Tarte, 219 Glebe Pt Rd, Glebe

Special deal for members: coffee or cake is free, or it's $2 for both. 

 

Coco Avant Chanel Screening

6.30pm Tuesday 11 August, Dendy Newtown, 261-263 King Street, Newtown.

Special deal for Members: $5 tickets to the 6.30pm session of Coco Avant Chanel. $7 for ACCESS, $9 for non ACCESS. Meet at the cinema at 6.15pm to buy tickets from the Frenchsoc exec!

 

Coco Before Chanel is the story of Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, who began her life as headstrong orphan, and through an extraordinary journey became the legendary couturier who embodied the modern woman and became a timeless symbol of success, freedom and style. The film portrays the formative years of Chanel's life, the years of Chanel spent discovering and inventing herself

 

Welcome Back Crêpe Night at Pocket, Darlinghurst

6-9pm Thursday 13 August, Pocket Bar, 13 Burton Street, Darlinghurst

Celebrate the start of semester 2 with crêpes and aperitifs with Frenchsoc! A special deal for Frenchsoc members at the bar will be confirmed and announced soon! Watch this space!

 

Coming up with FrenchSoc

 

Frenchsoc General Meeting

4-6pm Thursday 20 August, Isabel Fidler Room, Manning House.

Interested in joining the Frenchsoc exec team, sharing your ideas for future Frenchsoc events or just want some free French food? Come along to our General Meeting!

We will be amending our constitution to enable up to 2 Language Officers and up to 6 General Execs to be part of the Frenchsoc Executive. We will also be electing a Publicity Officer.

If you'd like to be part of the Frenchsoc team and help out at events, come along to the General Meeting and join the executive!

 

Elsewhere on campus

 

Volunteer for the Verge Arts Festival: 31 August - 11 September

Interested in being a volunteer for the Verge Arts Festival? The Verge Arts Festival Directors are looking for a savvy bunch of go-getters to help run some of the Verge events- climbing trees, throwing paint, decorating the campus in chalk, hanging out with the artists, providing information and directions etc. For more information email: volunteer@usu.usyd.edu.au or phone 9563 6010. To get an introduction to volunteering for events such as Verge, you can also volunteer to help out at Frenchsoc events as well! Email Frenchsoc.usyd@gmail.com or chat to a Frenchsoc exec at one of our events.

 

Buddy Club

The Buddy Club is looking for enthusiastic students to take on the role of a Buddy to exchange students for semester 2, 2009. This program is a great opportunity to develop international networks, improve your cross-cultural skills and make lifelong friendships. To sign up for the program simply visit the following link http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/issu/buddy/. Throughout semester Buddy Club organise a range of social events such as Yum Cha, pub nights, bush walks and tours of famous Sydney landmarks. 

 

 

Ailleurs dans le monde francophone

 

Sydney French Choir

The Sydney French Choir is looking for singers to rehearse a diverse Francophone choral repertoire, including styles such as: Classic, Pop, Jazz, Cabaret, Barbershop, Sacred and Alternative. Frenchsoc members can join the choir at half of the normal cost, $50 for 8 week rehearsal (2 hours per week). For more information see attached flyer or email frenchchoir1@gmail.com or visit  http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=112465079011.

 

 

A bientôt!

FrenchSoc

 

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Frenchsoc Newsletter Week 2

Bonjour les amis! 

 

This week with FrenchSoc:

 

Conversation groups

1-2pm Monday-Thursday, Manning Backcourt.

Enjoy a FREE coffee/hot drink and practice your French with other students. Look out for the French flag and some of our friendly exec in our navy Frenchsoc t-shirts.

 

Study group

2-3pm Monday August 3, Isabelle Fidler Room (Top floor of Manning)

Make a start on that French homework! Study, share your knowledge and chat with a group of French students.

 

Free French Film screening with MeetUp: Happenstance (Le battement d'ailes du papillon)

6-9pm Tuesday 4 August, Hermann's Bar

Come enjoy a FREE drink from the bar and French conversation from 6-7pm. This cute French film will screen from 7pm. Pizzas will be available for purchase from the bar.

 

Happenstance: When wide-eyed Irène (Audrey Tautou), a horoscope-believing, hopeless romantic, exchanges glances with a young restaurateur on a train, it's love at first sight. But they'll continually intersect -- through dozens of other people's lives -- before they meet.

 

Welcome afternoon tea for exchange and international students

4- 6pm Thursday 6 August, Café Azzuri (Level 1, Wentworth Building)
Frenchsoc invites all members to welcome and meet new exchange and international students at Sydney Uni with afternoon tea on Thursday! All exchange and French speaking international students can have a FREE coffee.

 

Elsewhere on campus

Information session on student representation in the Arts Faculty

Tuesday the 4th of August, from 1pm to 2pm at the MacRae room, Quadrangle.

Nominations are currently open for the positions of student representative in Philosophy and Government and International relations. If you are interested in being a student representative for your department or school in the Faculty of Arts, Tuesday's information session will cover what departmental representation is, why it is important, how to nominate oneself, and much more.

 

Coming up with FrenchSoc

 

Café rendez-vous at Le Petit Tarte, 219 Glebe Pt Rd, Glebe

4pm-6pm Tuesday 11 August

 

Welcome back crêpe night at Pocket, Darlinghurst

6-9pm Thursday 13 August

 

A bientôt!

FrenchSoc

 

 

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