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Archive: August 2018

The science of procrastination

Feel like procrastination is holding you back in your studies? Or just want to complete your uni tasks without ‘the panic mode’? Put your procrastination to an end by understanding what makes you avoid tasks and finding new study techniques...

12 warm winter snacks to keep you healthy

When the temperature drops it is all too tempting to opt for drive-through over super healthy snack options. But I’ve found twelve snack ideas that are low in cost, high in flavour and quick to throw together. So, now you can snack on healthy...

Refresh the way you think about exercising

Here is how you can change the way you think about exercising! It’s time to refresh the positive mindset and get physical. We’re in the same boat – I exercises on a daily basis and have plenty experienced the struggle of thinking...

How to connect with your classmates online

How to connect with your classmates online

by Amy Carlon Do you find it hard to build relationships with other people in your course online? Not being face-to-face or on-campus may make it difficult to connect, but don’t let that stop you! Here are my top three ways to better connect...

Hit the slopes with Team CSU

Team CSU are on their way to Mt Buller for the UniSport Nationals Snow! 19 students will (hopefully) be skiing, boarding, shredding and turning their way to gold medal success from Tuesday 28 August to Saturday 1 September. Here’s a rundown on...

How to beat the winter blues

by Loren Howarth With the recent cold weather, it’s easy to dream about summer – warm days at the beach or picnics under the sun. And spending extra time indoors to keep out of the cold certainly doesn’t help. But don’t...

Tips for studying during the mid-sem break

by Loren Howarth The mid-semester break is the perfect opportunity to play catch-up, get ahead and focus on assessments while there are no Uni classes. But it can be hard to sit down and get started, especially since it is so tempting to sit back...

Mini-breaks for the student budget

Mini-breaks for the student budget

by Amy Carlon As uni students, we are desperately craving those periods of time that we have off to either relax or, in most cases, travel. Here are some budget-friendly options to fulfill your travel desires while on a student budget! Travel in...

What type of leader are you?

[wp_quiz id=”10118″] Become a great leader: If you are interested in leadership and want to learn more about what it takes to be a great leader join STRIVE – a student leadership program for all CSU students who hold a leadership...

5 leadership skills your employers are looking for

Your degree is preparing you with job-ready skills for your industry. But what specific skills do employers want you to have? Leadership. Employers want to see that you can be a strong leader in the workplace. So, here are five leadership skills you...

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