Happy Green Week everyone! As humans, it’s in our nature to care about… nature! But did you know as University of Newcastle students, you are also a student of a University that cares about the environment as well. Here are ten things you might not have known that the University of Newcastle does to be sustainable, so you can proudly …
Living green and healthy as a student
Article by Shea Evans I’m going to be honest here: lately I’ve been feeling rather guilty. It’s 2019, the planet is in crisis, and in the last week a Swedish schoolgirl has done more for the environment than I have in 22 years. Until now I have been relatively conscientious of my impact on this world, but in my heart …
Tips for starting a garden and composting at home!
Getting to produce some of your own food and seeing things grow right before your eyes is truly one of the greatest feelings ever, but it can sometimes be tough to do this on your own. Getting your housemates involved in a shared garden is a great activity and will be so rewarding for all involved. I feel like the …
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10 things you didn’t know the uni is doing for sustainability
Happy Green Week everyone! As humans, it’s in our nature to care about… nature! But did you know as University of Newcastle students, you are also a student of a University that cares about the environment as well. Here are ten things you might not have known that the University of Newcastle does to be sustainable, so you can proudly …
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How students can save water during Water Restrictions
You may have heard that Hunter Water has placed Level 1 Water Restrictions on water supply network in the areas of Cessnock, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Newcastle, Port Stephens, Dungog and small parts of Singleton. If that includes you, you will need to take a few more steps to conserve your water than you might have done before. For students, adding …
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“Take a risk and do it” – Introducing Grand Challenge Winners, Borne
The first University of Newcastle Grand Challenge posed teams with a major issue: mosquitoes. Within this the challenge asked two important questions; how can we avoid the itch wrath of a mosquito bite, and how do we eradicate the health risks and disease burdens of mosquitoes? Herald in the nine teams competing in the final round, each earning $5000 towards …
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How to level up and add ‘award-winning’ to your resume
The best thing about the Student Engagement Awards isn’t getting glammed up for the night, or trying to eat all the tapas you can manage, or even snapping that perfect pic for your Instagram story (although these are some great perks). The best thing about your Student Engagement Award is what comes next. Not only do you get the shiny certificate, …
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Five simple security tips for your share house
Living in a share house is a rite of passage for many uni students. There’s nothing quite like the joy of coming home to find your housemate has decided to have a house party on a Monday night when you have an exam the next day. Although the flip side is finding a bunch of people who you can laugh, …
“It’s giving visibility and a voice!” – Behind UON’s inaugural First Nation Celebration
The first annual First Nation Celebration marks a new era for Indigenous cultural awareness at UON. The week-long series of both entertaining and educational events organised and run by the Newcastle University Students Association (NUSA) and the Indigenous Collective will assist in supporting and acknowledging First Nation people within the university community. NUSA President Kearnie Kelly assisted in the co-ordination …
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“I’m not ok”: What to do when a friend needs mental health support
Not long ago, I had a very close friend of mine experience a major loss. Given the circumstances, they seemed to be coping well. They were going to work, keeping up with their social and sporting commitments and had an extraordinarily well-rehearsed speech they would perform when asked how they were doing. A speech that was so reassuring, it managed …
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UON ALLY Network: Who are they and what do they do?
The University of Newcastle ALLY Network is a community made up of staff and students supporting sexual and gender diversity established over 15 years ago. The Network’s key aims are to promote and celebrate a more welcoming, diverse and inclusive culture within UON through facilitating great visibility and awareness surrounding LGBTQIA+ issues. Allies at UON are predominately members of staff, …
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How to be the best ally the LGBTQIA+ community has seen
I get popped the question all the time. Not the “what do you want for dinner?” or “will you marry me?” kind of question, but more along the lines of: “Hey, member of the LGBTQIA+ community, how can I be your ally?” First of all, it’s good to dive into just what an ally might be (that can be Ally …
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A Chat With Our Queer Convenor: Pizza, Marvel, and Queer Spaces.
Max, The Queer Collective’s 2019 Queer Convenor, chats to us about his Marvel marathons, queer spaces at UON, Pride Week, and the controversial Hawaiian pizza debate.
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