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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!

Planning ahead for workplace learning

Workplace learning, also known as work placement or practicum, is a requirement for many courses offered at CSU. Placements can vary in length and you may be required to travel further than you usually do to attend classes or to find accommodation...

Think twice about posting that

by Penny Gleeson Have you ever thought twice about putting something up on social media? Maybe you’ve done the classic ‘review and delete’ of last night’s antics or perhaps someone has called you out on what they’ve seen from you online...

Get ahead this Summer

CSU has a range of services and support programs to help you through university. Whether you’re currently studying or preparing for 2019, why not make the most of the summer and get ahead with your studies.

5 reasons why we choose regional over regular

by Hayley Farrugia When it comes to choosing a university, whether it is at the end of Year 12 or enrolling later on in life, location is a prominent contributing factor. Regardless of how many people we ask, we are almost always swayed by the...

eBooks vs. physical books: Which is best?

by Loren Howarth Which is better – eBooks or physical books? Here’s a list of pros and cons to weigh in where you stand on the debate! Pros of eBooks: Convenience: Gone are the days of carrying heavy textbooks everywhere! With...

Build your study skills this summer with Study Link

If you’re looking for ways to get ahead or bridge your knowledge gaps for next session then Study Link is for you! Whether you are studying for the first time, returning after a break or just need to brush up, Study Link offers the subjects you...

4 Netflix documentaries to help broaden your mind

by Jenna Verhoeven Here’s a select handful of Netflix docos to help broaden your mind during your next Sunday afternoon recovery sesh or your sweet Friday night binge. FYI, my rating system is based on cats; as in life, one cat is good, but...

Positive Psychology

by Emily Minter Understanding positive psychology will help you feel more fulfilled and happier in your everyday life. What is positive psychology?  Positive psychology focuses on well-being – promoting a fulfilling and satisfying life...

What I learnt in my first year out of Uni

by Kirstie Fitzpatrick, CSU Alumni  Around one year ago, I was getting ready to walk into a new chapter of my life… page one included a big stage, a strange hat and a brand-new bachelor’s degree in my hand! The past year has been a great...

Spring cleaning tips and tricks

by Loren Howarth Now that spring is in the air, it’s a great time to do some cleaning and de-cluttering. This tradition not only promotes wellness by establishing a clean and organised environment, it also creates a nice and fresh feeling...

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