As a previous Open Foundation student, it is a privilege to showcase the program and its impact. If you are a current or former Enabling Pathways student, chances are it has had a profound effect on your life. Open Foundation is commemorating 50 years of education through two events: the Winter Ball and the 50 Years-50 Stories exhibition. I had the opportunity to speak with … Continue reading 50 Years-50 Stories of Open Foundation
My Journey to UNSA SRC: Dealing with Rejection and Finding Growth Have you ever considered the possibility of making a significant impact on your university’s services? I have- SO much so that I nominated myself as a student representative for the UNSA SRC (University of Newcastle Student Association Student Representative Council). My goal was to be a voice for fellow students and drive positive changes … Continue reading I nominated myself in the SRC elections and lost
As we’re hurtling toward exam season and the semester’s end, this article will give you tips to navigate the coming stormy weeks. The “Stress Less” initiative at the University of Newcastle is here, and it’s a beacon of relaxation and self-care amid the chaos. What’s Stress Less all about? Stress Less is like a warm, comforting embrace during busy academic seasons. It’s an initiative that … Continue reading Self-care strategies and “Stress Less” activities
If you’re feeling stressed and overwhelmed, you’re not alone. As students, we often struggle to stay focused and productive. Fortunately, there’s a powerful tool to help with this: study groups or study buddies! In this article, we’ll explore the advantages of studying in groups and how to establish and maintain a successful study group. Drawing from my own experience and insights, we’ll delve into how … Continue reading The power of study buddies: Your best weapon against procrastination
If your social media algorithm has not yet been swamped by content related to artificial intelligence (AI), consider yourself nestled in an incredibly special niche. As a graphic design student following creative content on social media, almost every post I see is related to AI. It took me until January to finally dare have a play with ChatGPT. The multitude of AI tools available is … Continue reading The Do’s and Don’ts of using ChatGPT
