The time passes quickly. Baby, toddler, big school teen with lots of friendships in between. Almost in high school then uni is done each year full of adventurous fun. Goodbye parents hello wife babies bring the promise of new life. Always seeing the next step and...
What is the SRC and why do I need to know?
The Student Representative Council at Western Sydney University provides students with an opportunity to participate in a leadership role within the university. SRC members are elected by the student body and are in a privileged position to represent students. Story...
What will Western students be celebrating these holidays and when?
End of semester celebrations for major world religions start this year in November. The dates of major celebrations for 2018 are below. Although Christians celebrate Christmas on 25 December every year other world religions appear to alter their dates annually because...
The crib
Student accommodation reaches mythical heights in this short story by Abigail Nash. Her room includes spacious corner units sporting fine dining choices like baked beans in a can. On a student’s part-time wage only the best will do. One corner contains the feared...
What’s on at Western Sydney Uni (and nearby)
Western Penrith observatory is hosting an astronomy night (25 August) This is part of the Sydney science festival. Register now for the event on ‘Gravity’ 7pm-9pm. Book ahead to avoid disappointment for events each month. See more info Free food: soup kitchen (Every...
WSU solar car team wins American solar challenge
Travelling over 2735 km on open road, Western Sydney University has won the solar car endurance tour in America. Story by Abigail Nash. It is a proud moment for all Western Sydney University students as our university wins an international solar challenge. Science,...
New technology: Google clips
Have you ever had a few friends over and taken a few photographs to find later you aren’t even in any of them. Maybe you forgot to pass your phone around or maybe you were too in the moment to remember to capture it. This new piece of technology is all about capturing...
Wearable alcohol sensor developed by uni students
Have you ever played “driving roulette” after a big night out? Crossed your fingers and hoped your blood alcohol content wouldn’t land you a fine, in jail or cause a bad accident? A new wearable device from the US can leave you with no doubt about your blood alcohol...
Food assistance for students in Western Sydney
Do you need food? Are you hungry? Don’t be embarrassed – help is out there and it’s easy to access. On campus services Free campus breakfasts happen on every campus. Check the Campus Life webpage for dates and locations. Check for upcoming events on all campuses for a...
The Tertiary Blood Challenge: Time to roll up your sleeves
From now until 3 June 2018 your university needs you to donate blood in the Tertiary Blood Challenge. The challenge is a social responsibility initiative where universities and TAFEs around Australia are competing to donate the most amount of blood. Western Sydney...
Review: Ready Player One
Ready Player One is the latest big budget film by producer/director Steven Spielberg. Based on Ernest Cline’s novel, the story is set in the year 2045 and the future is bleak, where people live crowded into trailer homes stacked on top of one another...
Get ready for Nationals – the massive uni sports competition
Do you have a competitive spirit and the skills to compete in sports? Western Sydney University has more happening around campus than just studying. There are teams on every campus incorporating almost every sport you could think of. All universities in Australia...
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Inside The Academy: Western Sydney University’s High Achievers’ Program
What Is The Academy? The Academy is a co-curricular group at Western Sydney for high-achieving students. It encourages academic excellence, personal and professional development, community participation and more. To members, The Academy offers networking...
The Red-Carpet Experience at Made in the West
(Cinema screen at Made in the West before the films began. Photo by Garish (Luci) Kugathasan, 2024) On November 30th, 2024, Made in the West Film Festival invited W’SUP to an exclusive red-carpet event celebrating the outstanding work of filmmakers from Western...
Palestine campaign victory: USYD students stop Bezalel exchange program!
On the 12th of February 2025, USYD announced via their media that they will not be renewing their exchange program with the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design – an Israeli art school deeply complicit in genocide and apartheid. An email sent on behalf of Professor...
Zines and Music: How They Fused in an Inspiring Workshop
(Featured image for Zine Workshop Retrospective, created by Satya Patel, 2025) On December 14th, 2024, the School of Zines hosted a vibrant zine workshop infused with the spirit of music. Zines have surged in popularity over the past few years, like a phoenix...
The Ultimate Summer Playlist: Music For Every Moment
(Student reading book while listening to music on headphones. Photo credit: Garish (Luci) Kugathasan, 2025) Before we get started, this article is brought to you by Jenita Kingston, President of ‘Wusic’, Western’s music club, as she shares her personal picks and...