澳-格里菲斯大学-2026年4月简讯：核对真实学生（GS）的重要性提醒 / 国际学生退款流程更新 / 使用Convera追踪学生付款

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Trimester 1 commencement and O-Week highlights

O-Week for Trimester 1 has wrapped up successfully, with strong engagement across campuses and a high level of student participation.

The orientation program was a great success, with 33,700 student bookings made in Orientation Planner, representing a 30% increase compared to Trimester 1 2025. Attendance also grew by 28% compared to last year, with 11,688 student check-ins, reflecting strong on-campus engagement throughout the week.

Students participated in a wide range of academic and social activities, including orientation sessions, campus tours and community events designed to support their transition to life in Australia. International student sessions covering visas, work rights and support services were particularly well attended, highlighting the importance of early engagement in building confidence and preparedness.

Thank you for your continued support in encouraging students to participate. It plays a key role in their successful start at Griffith.

View Orientation 2026 T1 photo album

Griffith and Australia through Majo's lens

O-Week also generated strong engagement across social media, helping showcase the Griffith experience to a global audience. A standout example features Majo, a visiting student from Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP) in Mexico, who documented her first week in Australia using a disposable camera.

From birthday celebrations to nights out with new friends, her photos capture authentic moments of student life at Griffith. Shared across our channels, this content has now amassed 4.2 million views on Instagram, highlighting the power of student-led storytelling in connecting with global audiences.

View Majo’s first week in Australia

Reminder: Importance of Genuine Student (GS) Checks

We would like to remind all agent partners of the critical importance of conducting thorough Genuine Student (GS) checks with applicants prior to submitting applications.

Recently, we have seen visa refusals impacting even traditionally low-risk student profiles. This highlights the increasing scrutiny applied during assessment and reinforces the need for strong, well-documented Genuine Student evaluations at the counselling stage — not after an application has been lodged.

Agents play a vital role in ensuring students can clearly articulate their study intentions, understand their chosen course and career outcomes, and demonstrate alignment between their academic background, future plans, and study choice in Australia.

Completing robust GS checks before submission helps to:

Reduce visa refusal risk
Protect student outcomes and expectations
Maintain application quality and processing efficiency
Support our shared compliance responsibilities

We ask all partners to ensure GS conversations are conducted carefully and documented appropriately before applications are submitted. Early identification of potential concerns allows us to work together to provide the best possible guidance to students.

Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to maintaining high application standards.

Updates to International student refunds procedure

A new International Student Refunds Procedure has been introduced, separate from the existing Fees and Charges Procedure. This update is designed to improve clarity and streamline refund handling for international students.

As part of this change, student offer letters have been updated and a revised refund request form is now available to support a more consistent and transparent process.

We ask all agents to:

Review the new refund procedure
Ensure the latest version of the form, Griffith University Refund Form, is used when submitting requests

Please ensure your teams are using the most current process moving forward.

Track student payments with Convera

Payments made via Convera can be easily tracked using the Convera tracking tool.

By entering the Convera reference number, users can view the status of their payment and see where the funds are in the transfer process.

This is a useful way to monitor payment progress in real time. If more than three business days have passed since Convera confirmed the payment has been sent, please contact the Griffith International Admissions team at AdmissionsCoordinator-GI@griffith.edu.au for further assistance.

Strengthening partnerships in South Asia

The Griffith University South Asia Agency Directors’ Forum was held from 20 - 22 March 2026, bringing together heads of key partner agencies, the Griffith leadership team and industry experts.

The forum provided an opportunity to reflect, collaborate and share future strategies for the region. Sessions were designed to be dynamic, interactive and forward-focused, encouraging open discussion and the exchange of ideas.

Participants explored ways to strengthen Griffith’s presence and performance across South Asia, with a strong emphasis on transparency, collaboration and long-term partnership alignment.

From research to representation: Griffith alumnus elected to Nepal’s Parliament

Griffith University alumnus Dr Bikram Timilsina has been elected to Nepal’s House of Representatives, marking a significant milestone in his transition from academia to public service.

After completing his PhD at Griffith, Dr Timilsina has built a career spanning research, policy engagement, and institutional leadership. His election represents not only a personal achievement but also a powerful example of the impact of academic research and mentorship beyond the university.

Dr Timilsina credits his academic experience at Griffith for shaping his approach to public service, particularly in areas of policy and decision-making.

His journey highlights how Griffith graduates are making meaningful contributions beyond academia, with impact at the highest levels of government.

Read the full article

Recognising high-achieving GELI students progressing to Griffith

Griffith English Language Institute (GELI) continues to support international students transitioning into degree programs through its Direct Entry Program (DEP).

We congratulate the latest DEP Scholarship recipients who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and are now progressing into their Griffith studies:

VO Van Dien Trach (Vietnam) – Bachelor of Computer Science
LAW Wai Leung (Hong Kong) – Master of Cinematic Arts
FENG Jiancong (China) – Bachelor of Information Technology
KIM Chanhee (Korea) – Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

We also recognise the following high-achieving students:

KWON Jiwon (Korea) – Diploma of Health Care
Anna Suzuki (Japan) – Postgraduate Study Abroad program

These students reflect the value of strong academic preparation and the important role pathway programs play in supporting student success at Griffith.

Read the full article

From Fiji to pharmacy: Mina Cho’s pathway to purpose

Our latest Humans of Griffith feature highlights Mina Cho, an international student from Fiji, and her journey into pharmacy.

Starting her studies through Griffith English Language Institute (GELI) and progressing to Griffith College, Mina took a step-by-step approach to build confidence in a new academic and cultural environment. Her dedication and consistency saw her graduate as the top student in her diploma, and she is now achieving an outstanding GPA of 7.0 in her Bachelor of Pharmacy.

Mina’s passion for pharmaceutical research was shaped by her interest in improving representation in medical studies, particularly in addressing the underrepresentation of women in clinical research. Her long-term goal is to contribute to more inclusive and effective healthcare outcomes through research and development.

Her story is a powerful example of how international students can grow with confidence, stay consistent and create meaningful impact through their studies.

Read Mina's story