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How to keep your dreams alive

by Loren Howarth We all have goals we’re working towards or why else would we be here? But it’s easy to get distracted when you’re drowning in assignments and study. A great way to visualise and set goals is by creating a dream or vision board. It’s...

How to ace study while you exercise

Yet another year of study has well and truly dawned. Which means back to the intensity of juggling our social lives, work, study, friends and family. One problem many of us have in common is finding the time to incorporate regular exercise into our...

BetterInRed: keep going.

#BetterInRed: The ultimate guide to staying motivated

Congratulations – you’ve come this far on the #BetterInRed challenge! We hope you’ve seen results, improved fitness, met new people and felt the benefits of an active lifestyle. So what’s next? The weather is getting cooler, the evenings are getting...

Why study an arts degree? – Amy Randell

Why study an arts degree? – Amy Randell

by Amy Carlon Third year art student, Amy Randell gave me the run down on why she loves studying creative art and design at CSU and what she hopes to do with her degree in the future: What degree are you studying? Bachelor of Creative Arts and...

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10 books to read before the start of session

For those of you wanting to improve your results from last year, or if you just have some free time leading up until Session 1, reading a couple of books might be your solution. Here are 10 books to read that’ll improve your vocab and have you...

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...

Healthy exam study snacks

It’s nearing that time of year again when most of us are finishing up those last assignments and preparing for exams. However, you need to remember that while revision is crucial to pass, you also need to take the time to fuel your mind and body...

Top tips for looking after yourself

by Loren Howarth It’s nearing the end of the session and summer holidays are already on your mind. But you have a stack of assessments due and exams to prepare for. Don’t stress, I have prepared some tips to keep your mind and body healthy during...

Music that motivates you to study

Let’s be honest. Though we’re university students, motivation to study does not always come naturally. Some days we need help to get in the ‘study zone’. Cue the music! Many university students, including myself, blast their latest and favourite...

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