Written by Stephanie Kowarzik
After a busy week of Orientation for commencing students and a busy weekend of unpacking for returning students, it will be time for the start of another year of study. Luckily Charles Sturt has you covered for activities and fun in the first week to help you ease back into it!
Every campus will hold their annual Clubs and Market Day in the first week back. This is the perfect time for all students, commencing and continuing, to take a look at the clubs that are up and running for the year ahead. Nearly all courses have a course specific club or association that all students are encouraged to join to be able to meet other students, learn more about their industry and join in on activities and events throughout the year.
Each campus also has an abundance of sports and other extracurricular clubs that students can sign up for to take a break from work and studies and to meet like-minded people. Don’t forget to collect your tote bags full of goodies and grab a free lunch while you’re there!
There are some campus specific activities happening in week one – see below for what you can get involved in on your campus!
Albury
Clubs and Market Day: Wednesday 28 February, 10:30am – 1:30pm.
Thursday night be sure to celebrate being nearly through your first week of studies with a Beach Party! All students are encouraged to bring their best coastal vibes and outfits for a night of fun and festivities.
On Friday 1 March, join Maria-Wivinina Hurd for a session that discusses the large range of library services on offer for students at Charles Sturt. Also be sure to attend a session with David O’Sullivan shortly after where he will be discussing how to nail university, discussing topics like organisation, planning and motivation.
Bathurst
Clubs and Market Day: Tuesday 27 February, 10:30am – 1:30pm.
On Thursday morning, join Zoe Rodwell and Ben Heard on an immersive experience, Breakfast with the Birds. This will involve attendees connecting with local nature and wildlife whilst enjoying a free breakfast. That night, celebrate being nearly through your first week of studies with Dag Night! All students aged 18yrs + are challenged to unleash their inner dag and embrace the most quirky, outdated, eccentric outfits they can find!
On Friday 1 March, join Jennifer Ford for a session that discusses the large range of library services on offer for students at Charles Sturt. Also be sure to attend a session with Joyce Voerman shortly after where she will be discussing how to nail university, discussing topics like organisation, planning and motivation.
Dubbo
Clubs and Market Day: Thursday 29 February, 11am – 12pm.
On Tuesday afternoon be sure to pack your swimmers and join in on the Pool Party at Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre! Take the time to relax with your friends and meet students from all across the campus.
Thursday night, celebrate being nearly through your first week of studies with Drag Bingo! All students are invited to join in on a night of glam, games and prizes. It’s bingo… with a twist.
Orange
Clubs and Market Day: Wednesday 28 February, 10:30am – 1:30pm.
On Thursday 29 February, take some time to join Cillia Kinross and Rob Shaw at the launch of the Thornbill Biodiversity Walk on campus. This milestone event will showcase the beautiful scenery that surrounds the Orange Campus and there will be a free BBQ afterwards for all attendees.
Friday night sees the end of the first week back and the beginning of the SRCs Frocktail night. All students are encouraged to wear their most stylish cocktail attire and join their peers for a night of fun, fashion, and festivities!
Port Macquarie
Clubs and Market Day: Wednesday 28 February, 10:30am – 1:30pm.
On Friday 1 March, join Alison Neville for a session that discusses the large range of library services on offer for students at Charles Sturt. Also be sure to attend a session with Sandra Curtis shortly after where she will be discussing how to nail university, discussing topics like organisation, planning and motivation.
On Saturday night, wrap week 1 up in style with a Red Hot Summer @ Fins! With a DJ, amazing meal deals and a free drink waiting when you arrive there’s no better place to relax with your friends after your first week of study. Note – this event is for 18yrs + only.
Wagga
Clubs and Market Day: Tuesday 27 February, 10:30am – 1:30pm.
After attending Clubs & Market Day, celebrate being half way through your first week of studies with the infamous C, S or U party on Wednesday night! All students are challenged to be as creative as possible when coming up with an outfit that starts with C, S or U.
On Friday 1 March, your day starts at 7:45am! Join Zoe Rodwell and Steve Moore on an immersive experience, Breakfast with the Birds. This will involve attendees connecting with local nature and wildlife whilst enjoying a free breakfast.
Later that afternoon, join Sandra Sellars & Kathryn Crethar for a session that discusses the large range of library services on offer for students at Charles Sturt. Also be sure to attend a session with Jennifer Harvey shortly after where she will be discussing how to nail university, discussing topics like organisation, planning and motivation.
