Activities and More Activities

Throughout semester 1 2009, Golden Key RMIT has provided a range of activities for its members and the community. To name a few: The Self-Defence Workshop and the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal.  Semester 2 is already under-way and will be witness to Horse Riding, Resume Building, Self-defense Workshops, and our Induction Ceremony!

What makes our activities different is the fact that they are great additions to your portfolio. Many companies nowadays look for extracurricular activities in addition to great academic performance. Recognising this need in the industry, we try to provide our members with certificates of appreciation for our larger activities, which act as written proof for prospective employers.

Calling all current GK members!

Be an active participant in our next annual Induction Ceremony. Volunteer your time and be apart of GK RMIT’s biggest event of the year! Not sure you can help out? No worries. We will provide you with training and support!

All those interested will need to be available on Thursday 10/09 evening and Tuesday 15/09 afternoon/evening. Contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Ian Thorpe's Fountain for Youth

Ian Thorpe’s Fountain for youth is a non-profit organisation that supports the promotion of literacy and education within indigenous communities throughout Australia. Golden Key International Honour Society (RMIT Chapter) would like you all to get involved.

During September 2009, this chapter is aiming to raise $700 for the purchase of 7 Literacy Backpacks. These backpacks will be presented to indigenous children and their families, within remote communities, in order to stimulate an interest in reading.

In order to do this, the RMIT Chapter will be selling Hoyts movie ticket packs. Each pass is valid for 9 months for redemption at the box office for one admission.

Movie Lover Pack 5 Adult tickets (unrestricted)         $60 (That’s $12 a ticket!)
Bargain Pack 5 General Admission (Mon-Thurs)          $50 (That’s $10 a ticket!)

If you are interested, please email our Fundraising Director Cheryl Da Costa at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Let your friends and family know about this great offer and support Ian Thorpe’s Fountain for youth!

We will also be having a stall at our Induction Ceremony (New Member reception) on the 15th of September @ Storey Hall.

For more information about Ian Thorpe Fountain for youth, please visit the website: http://www.ianthorpesfountainforyouth.com.au/

2009 Golden Key RMIT Chapter Awards

Golden Key RMIT chapter wishes to honour the best amoung us by the issuing of the 2009 Golden Key RMIT chapter awards.

These awards are for the value of $250 and will be awarded to one student from each of the three portfolios within RMIT University (Science, Engineering and Technology/Design and Social Contect/Business). The winners will be notified via email and will receive their prize during the Golden Key New Member Reception on Tuesday the 15th of August, at 6.00pm.

Please submit applications (available under 'Scholarships' at www.goldenkey-rmit.org) as an attached Microsoft Word document (as well as your CV and record of results) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Remember to include the award you are applying for in the subject line. (eg. Design and Social Context Award or Business Award).

Golden Key New Members Reception

Self Defence Workshop

Ian Thorpe Fountain for Youth Week

Self Defense Workshop (Beginner/Intermediate)

Resume Building Workshop

Horse Riding

Watch the Golden Key RMIT Website more up-to-date event listings!

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Golden Key New Member Reception - 15th September

Coming around the corner is our most important activity of the year: The Golden Key New Member Reception. This is a highly prestigious event for Golden Key RMIT and its members as it is an official and worldwide recognition of your academic excellence.

REGISTRATION         5.15pm

DRESS:                  Business attire

LOCATION:                   Storey Hall Auditorium, Building 16, 336-348  Swanston Street, Melbourne

CONTACT:               This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Horse Riding

This year's Golden Key RMIT committee has worked hard to bring you a fun and exciting social event. Yep, you guessed it - horse riding! The horse riding event will take place on 26 September 2009. All riders will meet at 8:15am on that day at corner of Swanston and La Trobe Streets, where a coach will take us to the destination and back again.

The three hour ride will take you from the open plains through to the State Forest of Mount Disappointment. There will be snacks and refreshments provided. This an event you do not want to miss

DATE:                           Saturday 26 September, 2009

TIME:                            8:15 onwards

COST:                            $55 per rider. Includes Transport, 3 hour ride, and light refreshments. You also have a choice of pickup and return location (RMIT City Campus or Latrobe Uni Bundoora Campus!

As this is a popular event, places are limited. So what are you waiting for? If you are interested, please contact the Social Director Sisi on 0421 888 932 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The exact date is yet to be confirmed

For more information, or to express an interest, please contact Golden Key RMIT chapter via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Golden Key Self Defence Workshop

After the success of our first workshop, Golden Key RMIT is holding a second and third Self Defence Workshop. Come along and learn how to avoid getting yourself into trouble and what to do if you find yourself in a threatening situation.

The workshop will teach you the basics of identifying danger, making yourself seem like less of a target, how to diffuse a potentially dangerous situation and how to defend yourself if all else fails.  Last semester’s workshop was enjoyed by all and was found to be highly interesting and valuable.

Your Golden Key membership gets you free entry and your friends can get in for just $5. You will be taught by instructors that have been doing martial arts for most of their lives and come from a diverse range of grappling and striking styles.  

Where: University Function Room (Building 8, Level 2 Next to the Kaleide Theatre) 

When: TBC – Stay Tuned for updates via email and the Golden Key RMIT website  http://www.goldenkey-rmit.org     

How Much: Free for members (of all university chapters). Just $5 for everyone else Any Questions Contact Patrick (chapter treasurer) 0402 400 996 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  

So Come Along! Have Fun! And Make Yourself Safer!

Red Shield Appeal
 

On the 23th May 2009, Golden Key RMIT worked together with The Salvation Army for their annual Red Shield Appeal. The appeal is the biggest fund-raising event for this charity which is used to help 1,500,000 people in Australia. As a part of our community service initiatives, Golden Key recruited 20 volunteers, which were separated into two sessions, morning and afternoon.

At the corner of Nicholson and Princes Streets-Carlton, our volunteering team, under the guidance of the Salvation Army personnel, started to ask for donations from the cars stopped at the traffic lights. We were overwhelmed by the genorosity we encountered. Astonishingly some received AU$50 note donations. During the course of the day, we were able to raise literally thousands of dollars! We were surprised and thrilled because we were able to contribute something for those who are in need.

Overall, this event was a success and surely Golden Key is going to get involved again in the following years. So if you missed out on the Red Shield Appeal in 2009, don’t worry because, without doubt, we are going to need your help next year!

Daffodil Day

Cancer Council Australia relies on the help of everyday Australians to ensure the success of Daffodil Day. Each year, over 10,000 Australians volunteer to sell merchandise and fresh daffodils at one of our many volunteer sites across the country. Enthusiasm and a desire to help are the only qualifications you need!

Thanks to all that volunteered on the 28th of August – Your time has been much appreciated!!

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Interested in participating more actively in the Golden Key RMIT Community? Do you want to contribute more to bring this chapter to the next level? Do you want free leadership training that will contribute towards an RMIT LEAD Certificate? Then JOIN Golden Key RMIT Chapter Committee.

All you have to do is e-mail your interest and your study descriptions to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .