Embarking on your university journey is akin to setting foot in a realm of endless possibilities. Anticipating new experiences, confronting uncertainties (some cool and some downright confusing) and all of them leading to potential friendships. Uni is not all about the tutorials, textbooks, and constant studying, it’s an array of unique individuals and stories. Bear with me as I spill the beans on how I … Continue reading How to: Friendship 101
Summer break is here, and it is time to take advantage and explore all the warm Aussie coast can offer! Coming from someone currently on a semester exchange in the freezing depths of Canada (which it makes up for in its beauty), I am fully committed to taking advantage of the warm weather and beaches down under when I return. Don’t know where to start? … Continue reading Things to do over the summer break
Hey there, fellow Novocastrian! Being an international student myself, I can understand how daunting it might be at first to move to a new location and settle in. I would like to share some of my experiences and things I did in my first week to be prepared for life ahead. First thing to consider is making a to-do list for things you need straight … Continue reading Things I wish I knew in my 1st week in Newcastle
Sometimes thinking ahead can feel overwhelming. It’s normal to feel lost or confused when you try to tackle the big questions – What do I really want to do with my life? Can I even get there? Where should I begin? I recently attended the university’s ‘Designing Your Life’ workshop and I’m here to share some of my top take-aways and tips for how to … Continue reading How to design your best life
It’s definitely time to take a collective sigh of relief, the semester is done! I say, embrace the wonders of Newy, allow yourself to be captivated by the city’s charm and make this winter break an unforgettable chapter in your student journey. Social media calls this “romanticising life” and I think that’s the perfect way to describe it. “Romanticise” your winter break by taking the … Continue reading Things to do in the Winter break
In search of knowledge and education, students travel all over the world for a quality study experience while earning a degree and building a desirable future for themselves. My dream after finishing my undergraduate studies in Nigeria was to pursue my postgraduate studies abroad. My country of choice was Australia where I chose to study a Master’s degree in Public Health at the University of … Continue reading Building Your Social Network as an International Student
Welcome Week is a rite of passage for first-year uni students. Along with sorting out the essentials at Student Central (hello parking permit and ID card), the week is an exciting and valuable opportunity to gain insight into the degree you have chosen to study and meet some of the people you’ll be learning alongside. Continue reading “How to get the most out of Welcome Week”
Are you feeling like you’re not getting as much out of the ~uni experience~ as you wanted? Absolutely lost on how to create long-lasting friendships while balancing study with other commitments? Wanting to easily find avenues for future work or find career relevant positions? Or are you even wanting to give back to the university through volunteering and make real change at the place you … Continue reading How to get the most out of university life: outside the classroom
Throughout your time at the University of Newcastle you’re going to get to know a ton of interesting people. However, someone you will likely hear a lot about but may not get a chance to meet – except perhaps in your Welcome Week Session, at the Vice-Chancellor’s Student Welcome or your graduation – is the Vice-Chancellor.
You’ve made it. All the hard work has paid off and you’re finally a student at the University of Newcastle.
Congratulations!
It may seem like you’ve reached your end goal but this is just the beginning.
A plethora of exciting, rewarding and sometimes challenging experiences are coming your way. Best to be prepared.
Continue reading “Your guide to achieving success at university”
While I’m sure you’re knuckles deep in pen ink and diving head first into those textbooks, why not detach yourself from your studies for a few hours and enjoy some arts and culture. You and I both know you’ve been working hard and deserve a textbook detox. So to sate your creative spirit, here’s a little list of all the best places to get a … Continue reading Your guide to Arts & Culture at the University of Newcastle
What is Welcome Week? It’s excitement time. Welcome Week is your first chance to experience uni life and what it’s like to be a student at Uni of Newcastle. You can interact and network with other students, both new and continuing, and learn about all the experiences and opportunities on offer at the University of Newcastle. During Welcome Week you will get to meet the … Continue reading Welcome Week: The what, where, when and why
