(Credit: Pexels | Aleksandar Pasaric) The soft musical rhythm of the raindrops hitting the ground so roughly gave me an odd satisfaction, like a heart beating in a gentle rhythm. For once, I felt at peace as I let the little droplets drip down my face, drowning my...
Samanda Mularachchi
Poem: The real and unreal
(Credit: Pexels | Eberhard Grossgasteiger) Bliss, pure bliss! In the imaginary tunnels of a utopia I find bliss. All colours of a euphoric dream, With the lingering smell of burning steam. I smile for a while, Before I hide for a time. The world in grey is a curse of...
SRC initiative addresses sexual violence on campus
Author: Bowen Fucile | Edited by Samanda Mularachchi (Credit: Bowen) In an era where safety on campus is of paramount concern, the Student Representative Council (SRC) has taken a bold stance to recognise the prevalence of sexual violence on campus, with a focus on...
Diversity Fest 2023: What you need to know about diversity at Western Sydney University.
Caption: Holi Festival (Pixabay) Have you ever wanted to know more about our diverse Western Sydney University (WSU) community? This September, Diversity Fest takes stage, uniting students to celebrate and embrace the rich diversity of students at Western Sydney...
WSU Festival of Action: An events-based grassroots movement
With a curriculum focussing on equity and justice, the WSU Festival of Action (FOA) has innovatively partnered students with staff to find sustainable solutions to address social issues relevant to students - like the climate crisis, food insecurity, and a lack of...
Are international student work restrictions another ‘band-aid’ solution?
Credit: Sam Bayle | Unsplash. Australia, with its breathtaking landscapes, diverse cultures, and world-class education, attracts over 600,000 international students each year. However, amidst this allure, work restrictions tighten the lid on freedom and luxuries for...
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Expanding my cultural horizons in Japan
(Credit: Simran Prasad) Earlier this July, I participated in the Venture Makers Global Exchange held in Kansai, Japan’s innovation capital. The program saw students from universities across Japan, Canada, the UK, India, and Australia collaborate on tackling real-life...
Go Global: My South Korean Odyssey
Written by Richard Xu | Edited by Luci Kugathasan Introduction On March 1st, 2024, I attended Go Global’s South Korea study tour at Kyung Hee University in Seoul, an institution that prides itself in advancing scholarship and peace. The trip provided me with insight...
Street Library Launch
Written by Lidya Rivai | Edited by Luci Kugathasan Whether you live in suburbia, near a CBD, or you’re just out for a stroll, you’re bound to spot one of these little street libraries, housed in a cosy nook of your neighbourhood. (Two members of Book...
Blak, Loud and Proud at Parramatta South Campus
The theme for NAIDOC Week 2024 was Blak, Loud and Proud: Keep the Fire Burning. At Western Sydney University’s (WSU) Parramatta South Campus the Yarramundi Lectures explored the importance of the Indigenous community at Western Sydney University (WSU). The Yarramundi...
Penrith: The new Op Shop Destination
As the cost-of-living skyrockets, thrifting is becoming a necessity, and Penrith is becoming a hub for op shoppers. Penrith’s High Street is home to a plethora of op shops including, but not limited to; Anglicare, Red Cross, Vinnies, Salvos, Cancer Wellness Support,...