When you arrive at a regional (aka country) centre from the city to attend University, it’s OK to feel a tiny bit out-of-place in the Land of Oz. But before you curse the yellow brick road, write off the locals as bumpkins (or should I say...
The end of session is fast approaching and everyone is very busy finishing off final assessments / procrastinating / prepping for exams, in order to achieve some stellar marks. As a student, it is really, REALLY important to record the dates and...
Phones Lectures: So technically, you should never be on your phone while you’re in a class of any kind. But if you’re going to risk it, you have a better chance of getting away with it in a lecture. Especially if you’re in a...
Student internet data download charges on campus are getting cheaper for 2016. The cost of data has dropped to 88 cents for each gigabyte (GB) downloaded during the peak period of 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. On top of that saving, there will also...
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...
You’re sitting at your desk. You’ve got a deadline looming but you’re lacking concentration. Thirty minutes pass and you’ve only written half a sentence. Your focus is wavering, your motivation is waning and you begin picturing yourself still at...
As I sit at the computer writing this, I am feeling a mix of emotions (mainly denial) as today marks the end of an era… Ladies and Gentlemen – after four long, crazy, stressful and ultimately rewarding years, I am officially graduating!
By Lauren Picone It was the year 2005, Johnnie was PM, shit was getting real between Ryan and Marissa on the OC, tank tops and denim skirts were in, and MSN messenger and Myspace were considered the height of social media. I had just finished the...
When first switching to a meatless diet, the transition can be easier if you just replace meat products with meat substitutes, like tofu and TVP, as they often can be prepared in a similar way to your favourite meat products.
Three reasons why living on campus is the best (and how to convince mum and dad to let you move out)
By Emily Foy-Brown
So your mum is a stage five clinger and your dad’s stalking abilities are on par with that kid you friend zoned in year four… moving out couldn’t sound like a better idea: your own space, friends and freedom.
