Users are also directed to related UNSW support and services to help combat feelings of isolation and assist with their transition to tertiary education .
My First Day is based on the Honours research project of UNSW Design alumna and international student Patience Loh . The project brought together a diverse team from UNSW ’ s student body , alumni , academic and professional staff . The team worked with design methodologies to collaboratively realise its creative expression , from script to design ( music , sound and graphics ), editing and production .
Program
My First Day received positive feedback from students during O-Week and myEnglish Week , a program to build language confidence and social connections at UNSW , in 2023 .
Partners
• The Educational Innovation team , Pro Vice Chancellor Education and Student Experience Portfolio ( PVCESE )
• Acting students from the National Institute of Dramatic Art ( NIDA )
Fig 6 . ( left ) The project was shortlisted for the 2023 QS Reimagine Education Awards .
Fig 7 . ( right ) Student actors from NIDA playing the part of UNSW students experiencing their first day .
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