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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!

Put your well-being first

by Amy Carlon Juggling university, work and your personal life sometimes feels like you have no time left to take care of yourself. Although it can be hard, the key is to take a step back and make sure you’re looking after your own health too...

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A day in the life of a Pharmacy student

By Ella Pham I’m not new to this whole uni business. I studied for two years at university before coming to CSU, but I’d never left home before as I’m originally from Sydney. The idea of moving away was so daunting that I put it off a couple of...

Your mid freak-out heroes

Your mid freak-out heroes

by Amy Carlon Whether you are a current or future student, we all have our moments where we need help, plain and simple. If you’re currently freaking out about university, don’t worry, you’re not alone. To combat those feelings of anxiety and...

Unexpected lessons you’ll learn while studying abroad

by Loren Howarth As you prepare to embark on an opportunity of a lifetime, people will say that you’ll become independent, understand other cultures and essentially undertake personal change. But if you’re about to study abroad, there...

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What you need to know about joining the SRC

If you’ve been looking for a way to get more involved in uni life, here’s your chance. All CSU’s campus-based Student Representative Committees (SRCs) and the Online Study SRC are looking for new members, and nominations are closing soon. So, what’s...

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Snacking at uni 101

I was a terrible snack artist at uni in my early twenties. I had the luxury of buying donuts on ‘Donut Day’, fried rice on ‘Chinese Day’, and pancakes from the college breakfast in the mornings. The list goes on. When I was studying in Melbourne, I...

A sea of red to celebrate CSU

CSU will celebrate its past, present and future on its annual Foundation Day on Wednesday 19 July. As part of the celebrations, a series of activities will be held across the University. Staff, students and alumni are encouraged to wear red and join...

Your ultimate guide to Foundation Day

You might have seen the posters around campus, the desktop backgrounds in the computer labs, or the info on the CSU website – now it’s time to experience Foundation Day for yourself! We’ve got the low-down on all things Foundation Day. WHO...

Generous students show passion for giving

Uni students aren’t exactly known for being flush with cash, but we’re a generous bunch making a real impact at CSU. A ball at Port Macquarie recently was the latest in a string of fundraising activities, this time contributing funds to a...

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Five tips for moving out of home

by Loren Howarth Whether you’re moving out of home for some independence, or you’ve decided that on-campus accommodation isn’t for you, moving out of home is a big decision. You’ll have more responsibilities, plus your own...

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