Wear It Purple Day 2026 – Friday 28 August
Friday 28 August is Wear It Purple Day, a day to recognise and support our LGBTIQA+SB community.
We are celebrating Wear It Purple Day at Nelson campus with live entertainment, skittles and cupcakes!
Friday 28 August | 11am to 1pm
Nelson cafeteria
The Victorian TAFE Association will also be hosting a live webinar discussing some of the challenges faced by members of the LGBTQIA+SB community and their allies. We’ll be hosting a watch party to watch the live webinar from 12:00pm.
Click here to register for the watch party.
Come join us at the Nelson campus cafeteria from 11:00am to 1:00pm and show your support for our LGBTQIA+SB community here at Box Hill Institute.
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Donut Keep It All In: R U OK? Day – 10 September
This R U OK? Day, take a moment to check in with a friend and remember that you don't have to face challenges alone.
Join us for R U OK? Day and enjoy a free hot jam donut while learning more about wellbeing, connection and supporting the people around us.
Thursday 10 September | 11am to 1pm
Elgar and Nelson cafeterias
Whether you're catching up with friends or learning more about how to support someone who may be struggling, everyone is welcome.
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BHI libraries for all students
Our libraries are located across all campuses to support the teaching and learning needs of students and staff.
They have a range of physical and digital resources, from books and magazines through to music, online videos and toys.
In addition to the wide range of resources available, our libraries offer academic support services, to help students with things like:
- · Essay and assessment writing
- · Reviewing your work to ensure it meets the task requirements
- · Getting guidance on how to approach your assessments
- · Checking for spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Our drop-in academic support services can be found at the following locations:
- · Elgar campus, Thursday 11:45 am–12:45 pm
- · City campus, Wednesday 11.45am-12.45pm
If you can't make these drop-in times, chat with our friendly librarians to learn about other support options that can help you meet your educational goals.
To see the full range of materials available, plus library locations and open hours, visit the library page on StudentWeb.
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Reminder: smoking or vaping is not allowed on any BHI campuses
We are committed to maintaining clean, welcoming campuses for all students, staff and visitors.
Under the Student Code of Conduct, smoking or vaping is not permitted on BHI property, within 5 metres of a campus boundary, or during approved off-campus learning activities.
Students are expected to follow the Code at all times, and failure to comply may result in disciplinary action under Institute policies and procedures.