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My Intensive School experience

Attending Intensive School for the first time can be nerve-racking. I found this out in my second year of a Bachelor of Science at CSU. As an online student, you won’t know the people you’ll be studying with, what your lecturers are like, or the...

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You know you’re a second year when…

by Amy Carlon So you’ve finished your first year of studies at CSU and are moving into your second year. You’re no longer a first-year but you’re not on the downhill run to graduation either. You know you’re a second year when… You freak out because...

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What you will and won’t miss about living on campus

by Loren Howarth If you’ve moved off campus this year into a share-house, your living by yourself, or even just back home, then you’ll probably notice a few changes. Some things you’ll miss like crazy (like walking to class) and some you’ll be glad...

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Summer break: expectation vs reality

OK – so your summer plans sounded a little like this: Catch up with friends Get a job Save money Get a summer body Work on your tan Catch up on TV shows But sadly, they didn’t turn out like this. Instead, you’ve most likely spent your days sleeping...

Three reasons why you should join CSUSocial

Groups, groups and more groups. We’ve got the People who always have to spell their names for other people group, the I just entered my room and forgot what I wanted group and the I feel my phone vibrate when it didn’t, and when it did, I don’t feel...

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How to stay #roomiesforlife

by Loren Howarth It’s your first time living in a share house with your friends. You can’t wait until uni begins so you and your bestie can spend 24/7 together in your new pad. Three weeks in and you realise you’ve overdone it and now you’re...

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You know you’re a res student when…

Living on campus is without a doubt one of the best experiences of university. The social life, ease of getting to class and independence are incredibly valuable and worth every penny. Every student has a unique experience on campus, however there...

Reasons to visit a CSU campus town these holidays

Summer is here once again and with it comes the wonderful opportunity of travel and adventure. Charles Sturt University (CSU) has many campuses that are spread across different towns, each offering their own unique experience for the adventurous...

Succulents: the perfect low maintenance indoor plant

by Loren Howarth I have always loved succulents. They are a low maintenance plant that only require watering once every 2-3 weeks in winter and once a week in summer (perfect for a forgetful uni students). As well as being simple to care for...

Fun ideas for the holidays

by Loren Howarth After so much hard work, you’ve finally finished exams and have ticked off another year of university. But now you’re left wondering how you’ll spend your summer holidays. Here are four ways to make the most of the amazing summer...

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