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Archive: September 2018

3 things to do before you graduate

by Jenna Verhoeven We all know the usual pay your library fines and check your eligibility before graduation, but surely our last session can be more meaningful than cramming and organising! Here are my top three ways to make the most of our final...

Easy lunch ideas for Uni

by Loren Howarth Over time, buying lunch at uni can become pretty expensive. So, why not save some money and take your own? These lunch ideas are easy, absolutely delicious and come with their own money saving tips! Quick food ideas: Jar Salads Not...

How to make a balanced exam study plan

Have you left your exam prep to the last minute? Do you normally cram in the last few days, panic on the day and forget half your notes? If you answered yes to any of the above, you may need a new study plan! Here’s what I learnt about getting...

Get to know Kalray Menezes

by Lauren Bohane Kalray Menezes will be competing in judo for CSU at the UniSport Nationals Div 1 and is determined to add to the two gold medals he won last year! Kalray moved to Australia from Brazil when he was 19 and couldn’t even speak English...

Why should we submit SSAF Initiative Proposals?

The second 2018 SSAF Student Initiative Round is now open. It’s our chance to make a bid at a project that will benefit us, our studies and campus or online experience. Share your ideas to enhance your student experience at CSU! The projects...

Go For Gold!

by Lauren Bohane The countdown to Uni Nationals Div 1 is on! With less than a week to go, CSU’s elite athletes are busy training — so, what sports should you be looking out for next week? CSU teams will be competing in lawn bowls, mixed touch...

On-campus Vinnies

by Annabelle Chisholm, Sustainability Advisor – Port Macquarie CSU Green presents On-campus Vinnies! Here at our Port Macquarie Campus, we’ve recently installed a free-standing clothes rack where students can donate clothes that they might not want...

Spring clean your finances

Spring has just arrived, the days are getting longer and now is the perfect time to find a quiet place in the sun and sort out your finances. CSU’s Student Liaison Officer (Finance) has some useful tips to get your finances in order:

What kind of online student are you?

What kind of online student are you?

by Amy Carlon Online learning is a reality for many students but the real question is… are you the at-home teacher or the proclaimed procrastinator? Find out which one you fall under! Time I know from experience, how much effort goes into...

Rest your way to success this term

Pulling all-nighters to get your sociology essay in, or cramming for tomorrow’s psych exam does not have to be the route to that coveted high-distinction. Rather than pushing harder, try working smarter! Check out my strategies for being well-rested...

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