Your guide to voting in student elections and why it matters
Whilst elections at university don’t seem to get as much hype as frenzied primary school campaigns for fizzy drinks in the bubblers, or create as much chaos as a fanciful plan to abolish the ‘no hat, no play’ rule, that doesn’t mean that they aren’t as important to your studies and campus life. While elections themselves tend to get a bit of attention purely for … Continue reading Your guide to voting in student elections and why it matters
Finished Open Foundation! What’s Next?
Well, that went by like a blink of an eye! All your hard work and perseverance has paid off as you are now on the roll to starting a new and exciting journey at The University of Newcastle. It’s time for: “Your Next Move.” As a current student at Uni Newcastle myself I know firsthand the ups and downs regarding the academic journey. I can … Continue reading Finished Open Foundation! What’s Next?
Navigating post-graduation: A comprehensive guide for international students in Australia
Many of the international students I’m friends with are either going home or staying back to continue their journey. Whatever the reasons are, the transition from being a full-time student to a working adult is exhilarating, yet the journey can be scary and bumpy at the start. At one point, I was so lost that I thought maybe going home to my loved ones and … Continue reading Navigating post-graduation: A comprehensive guide for international students in Australia
Replacing bad habits with good ones – Vaping
Shawn Achor once said, “Our daily decisions and habits have a huge impact upon both our levels of happiness and success.” As individuals with different personalities, our habits. integral parts of our daily lives, shape who we are. They are actions we perform consciously or unconsciously and, for most part, define our values and what we hold dear. Habits can be defined as routines or … Continue reading Replacing bad habits with good ones – Vaping
Your Stories – Meet Milos
Name: Milos O’Donohue Degree: Bachelor of Business / Business Analytics Why did you decide to do Business? I always knew I liked business, and I wanted to study it because I have so many interests and didn’t know where I wanted to go. But then I realised you can monetise anything. So, all my friends were telling me to come study engineering, I really wanted … Continue reading Your Stories – Meet Milos
A guide to reflection spaces on and off campus.
University life can be incredibly stressful. Whether you’re working on an assignment, gearing up for placement, or trying to balance work, social life, and your degree, it’s important to prioritise your mental health and give yourself time to pause and reflect. It might not seem like much, but allowing just ten minutes a day to sit and connect with yourself and your surroundings can make … Continue reading A guide to reflection spaces on and off campus.
Your Stories – Meet Katerina
Name: Katerina Damyanova Degree: PhD of Biological Sciences and Reproductive Biology Could you tell me a bit about your PhD and why you decided to study one? I am originally from Bulgaria and did my undergrad in the UK. I studied four years in Cardiff, and at the end of that I knew I really enjoyed research. An area I find interesting is reproductive health … Continue reading Your Stories – Meet Katerina
Beyond R U OK? Day: How to have meaningful conversations about mental health
R U OK? Day is a National Day of Action in September, organised by the suicide prevention charity R U OK? to raise awareness of mental health and the importance of asking those around you if they are okay, encouraging more meaningful conversations. The charity’s mission is to guide people on when and how to ask, “Are you okay?”, how to handle what could become … Continue reading Beyond R U OK? Day: How to have meaningful conversations about mental health
Your voice matters: Could you be the next student representative?
Student elections? You might be thinking of UNSA. But no, we’re talking about something different! UNSA holds elections for its committee and team positions, but the University also offers students opportunities to join committees that impact teaching, learning, and the functioning of the university as a whole. The student elections offer many roles and positions for students to have a say in different areas of … Continue reading Your voice matters: Could you be the next student representative?
Study like a pro: top tips, tricks, and uni resources you didn’t know you needed
How to study 10 hours a day! Wake up at 4am and study with me! Romanticise studying! Reels like these make me think, “why can’t I be like them?” But in reality, life isn’t always picture-perfect like those motivational study grams on social media. University life can be scary and overwhelming. It’s easy to focus on one thing and miss out on others. You hang out with friends … Continue reading Study like a pro: top tips, tricks, and uni resources you didn’t know you needed
My journey as a neurodivergent student
Every student at our university has a story. Some are similar, and some are unique or different. Our stories are shared for those to enjoy, even relate to, and learn from. This story dives into my experience as a neurodivergent student. To introduce myself, my name is Ella. I am 21 years old and in my first year of university. I am currently studying a … Continue reading My journey as a neurodivergent student
Your Stories – Meet Indiana
Name: Indiana Degree: Bachelor of Media and Communications (Public Relations and News Media) Why did you choose your degree? I find storytelling and video production really interesting. I am curious and I love listening to other people’s stories. I also love helping people and putting a smile on their faces. My dream is to be the voice of people and make a positive impact, especially … Continue reading Your Stories – Meet Indiana