Whether you’re an online student with CSU, or an on campus student preparing to do some study at home, it’s vital that you have the optimal learning environment. Getting your educational vibes on at home can be no small feat, but with a...
Like all public spaces, there are some certain unspoken rules that need to be followed at all times. The problem with unspoken rules is even though most people pick up on them, there are always a few people who are happy, oblivious, and sometimes...
Fashion. She’s a fickle mistress. Simply covering your sensitive bits and protecting your skin from the weather launches an eternal debate of aesthetics vs comfort. The two sides of this debate are very evident when comparing first years...
The start of uni, just like the start of any adventure, can be pretty intimidating at first. Sure, maybe 13 years of schooling has taught you a thing or two, but the big wide world of adult learning has quite a few differences to learning the...
This is my second foray into the world of study. I did my first degree 20 years ago. Yes, I love research and deadlines. In the olden days, the student union was filled with dodgy sofas covered in questionable stains and a thick haze of cigarette...
The start of a new academic year prompts me to once again start chatting about the importance of the Student Voice at Charles Sturt University. Although I could talk about this topic for hours I thought you might like to hear from someone else as...
Orientation Week, or O-Week – “the start of something new”. A new era has dawned amongst all the newbies to CSU. As a first-year myself, I can attest to this! The week from 20-26 February were the most eventful and fulfiling days...
So you’ve moved into on campus accommodation and you’re just starting to settle into things. Or maybe you’ve lived on campus for a while now, but want to change up your campus room to give it more colour and feel more...
Did you know CSU provides free software for you to download, install and use on your own computer/device free whilst studying at CSU? The software available includes: Microsoft Office 365 (on up to 5 PCs or Macs and other mobile devices, including...
It’s no secret that uni can be pretty demanding. Tutorial work, assignments, missed classes – they can all catch up with you! And on top of this you have to balance working, a social life, family demands, relationships. Some days it can...