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Weerona College was officially opened in 1990 and is now home to 204 residents worldwide. The college aims to provide an atmosphere that is not only conducive to study but also to social and personal development. Weerona College is fully catered and short from the University Campus, the beach, and Wollongong City. It is located next door to Beaton Park, a large sporting complex with an indoor pool, gymnasium, tennis courts, and running track. Many students ride their bikes to campus, and some choose to walk. Students can also use the regular university shuttle bus. Weerona College offers a strong community culture with a vibrant social and sporting program for residents while also providing strong academic support. The interests and social interaction of residents from differing cultures are strongly encouraged. Residents are worldwide, and Weerona is an ideal place for first years or other students who want fully catered accommodation. Many students choose to stay at Weerona for several years. There is a broad mix of students at Weerona College, including undergraduate and postgraduate, domestic and international, and study abroad students. Each year approximately 60 international residents are adding to the diversity of the community. Weerona College is for individual students only and does not accommodate families and children. Weerona College is a fully catered residence, where 19 meals a week (all meals excluding weekend lunches) are provided. Any special dietary requirements or cultural tastes can be taken care of by the kitchen staff. The dining room is open for breakfast and dinner, and outside set meal times, students can prepare snacks in the kitchenettes located throughout the residence. A wide range of social, academic, and cultural events are held at Weerona College, including football, soccer, netball matches, Masquerade Balls, performance nights, Sunday BBQs, drumming lessons, and tutorials, and study support groups. Student Development Assistants (SDAs) assist in academic and community support, sports, social and cultural development, and offer varied programs and events for all residents.- Weerona College was officially opened in 1990 and is now home to 204 residents worldwide. The college aims to provide an atmosphere that is not only conducive to study but also to social and personal development. Weerona College is fully catered and short from the University Campus, the beach, and Wollongong City. It is located next door to Beaton Park, a large sporting complex with an indoor pool, gymnasium, tennis courts, and running track. Many students ride their bikes to campus, and some choose to walk. Students can also use the regular university shuttle bus. Weerona College offers a strong community culture with a vibrant social and sporting program for residents while also providing strong academic support. The interests and social interaction of residents from differing cultures are strongly encouraged. Residents are worldwide, and Weerona is an ideal place for first years or other students who want fully catered accommodation. Many students choose to stay at Weerona for several years. There is a broad mix of students at Weerona College, including undergraduate and postgraduate, domestic and international, and study abroad students. Each year approximately 60 international residents are adding to the diversity of the community. Weerona College is for individual students only and does not accommodate families and children. Weerona College is a fully catered residence, where 19 meals a week (all meals excluding weekend lunches) are provided. Any special dietary requirements or cultural tastes can be taken care of by the kitchen staff. The dining room is open for breakfast and dinner, and outside set meal times, students can prepare snacks in the kitchenettes located throughout the residence. A wide range of social, academic, and cultural events are held at Weerona College, including football, soccer, netball matches, Masquerade Balls, performance nights, Sunday BBQs, drumming lessons, and tutorials, and study support groups. Student Development Assistants (SDAs) assist in academic and community support, sports, social and cultural development, and offer varied programs and events for all residents. View full university
