| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8.50 | Registration |
| 9am | Opening |
| 9.10am | Round 1 |
| 9.55 - 10.20 | Morning Tea |
| 10.20am | Round 2 |
| 11.05am | Round 3 |
| Midday | Lunch |
| 1pm | Round 4 |
| 1.55pm | Round 5 |
| 2.40pm | Afternoon tea |
| 2.55pm | Round 6 |
| 3.45pm | Closing |
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 12.45pm | Registration |
| 12.55pm | Opening |
| 1.15pm | Semi-final Round |
| 2.15pm | Afternoon Tea |
| 2.30pm | Final Round |
| 3.35pm | Prize Presentation |
| 3.55pm | Closing & Complimentary Refreshments |
It is with great pleasure that I endorse this Debate co-hosted by the Adelaide University Multicultural Club. The University of Adelaide is strongly supportive of the fact that our students come from a wide diversity of cultural backgrounds. Not only do we have more than 7,000 international students from 100 different countries on our campuses, but many of our domestic students also come from families who have migrated to this country from other parts of the world. This cultural diversity is a wonderful asset to the intellectual and social life of the University, and indeed to Adelaide and Australia.
On behalf of the University, I encourage all students to value your own cultural heritage and, at the same time, to seek to understand the cultures of others. It is the recognition of the similarities between us and the acceptance of our differences that underpins our sense of community and enables us to work productively together in harmony. This is essential if there is to be peace and happiness among all peoples in the world in which we live.
Professor John Taplin, PhD FAPS Pro Vice-Chancellor: International The University of Adelaide
The University of South Australia is proud to support the inaugural SA Multicultural Debate. This is a fantastic initiative and a great opportunity for students from all of the South Australian universities to come together to debate two very important issues - multiculturalism and internationalism.
With approximately one quarter of our population born overseas (myself being an example), Australia is a truly multicultural society. The diversity of cultures and backgrounds is a feature of modern Australian life, and is embraced and celebrated in Australia. Multiculturalism and internationalism give Australia distinct social, cultural and economic opportunities.
The cultural and linguistic diversity celebrated in Australia is proudly embraced at the UniSA. With almost one-third of our students citizens of other countries, the UniSA is characterised by a diverse student population. This diversity enriches the quality of the intellectual and social life of our University and contributes to creating a dynamic community.
Students at the UniSA have a world of opportunities open to them. Our students develop friendships and networks, critical and independent thinking and up-to-the-minute knowledge of their chosen profession. Most importantly, our students graduate with an international network of colleagues, ready to progress in the profession of their choice with the skills to make an immediate and lasting contribution to society.
Nigel Relph, Pro Vice Chancellor: International and Development
