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Charlie – Your Student Voice

Hi! Welcome to Charlie – Your Student Voice. Here you will find meaningful stories, common ground and an array of guidance or advice to support you at uni. Charlie is a space for students, by students which you're able to share simply by reading along or joining our community of student contributors. The Charlie Team are just a click away if you ever wish to reach out. Happy reading!

Christmas presents wrapped up under the Christmas tree

Last minute Christmas gifts

by Amy Carlon If you’re a last-minute, disorganised uni student (like the rest of us) and you haven’t put any thought towards Christmas shopping yet, then here’s a guide for you. Avoid heading down-town without knowing what you’re looking for and...

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Christmas movies to get you in the festive spirit

by Loren Howarth If you’ve been busy since session two wrapped up studying, working or even just relaxing then you might not have had time to fully embrace the Christmas spirit. Your quick fix is a Christmas movie marathon. Here are four...

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Goodbye concession card, I’ll miss you

By Kristy Leslie Here’s what no-one told me about life after CSU that i wish i had known (AKA it kind of sucked before it got good). Kristy graduated from CSU with a double degree in Advertising and Marketing. After more than four years...

2017 New Year's resolutions

Five common New Year’s resolutions

by Amy Carlon 2017 is just around the corner so whether you are one to make New Year’s resolutions or not, I’ve collected the top 5 New Year’s resolutions to keep you occupied for at least the first two months of 2017. Next year will be an exciting...

Erica Halse working away in her office at an illustration

The girl from Wagga Wagga doing big things

Erica Halse is what many people aspire to be like. From starting out in Wagga Wagga, studying a Bachelor of Graphic Design at CSU, Erica now travels the world working as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator. Erica divides her time between...

Distance student using one of the new tools at CSU - Virtual Meeting Rooms

Now you’re (virtually) connected to everyone

Run out of credit on your mobile? Can’t get to campus to work on your group assignment? Just don’t feel like leaving the comfort of your couch? My Virtual Meeting Room (VMR) is now available through a new Student Portal widget. Using the VMR, you...

Fruit kebabs

Summer snacks to keep you cool

by Loren Howarth It’s finally the best time of year to enjoy tropical and refreshing treats. These recipes require little preparation, a few cheap ingredients and are sure to prove to your parents that you actually can cook for yourself. Banana ice...

DIY Christmas gifts

DIY Christmas gifts

by Amy Carlon You’re not alone if you’re wondering where the year has disappeared to. You’re also not alone if you haven’t made a dint in your Christmas shopping list (or even made one). Money is tight around Christmas, especially for us poor old...

Man in front of a computer with a headset on.

Six tips for online learning

With an increasing amount of students deciding to study online and the growing availability of online subjects, technology has become a huge part of the way we learn. Instead of having to find a classroom or make it from one lecture to the next...

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