The story behind the rant re-design of the Western Sydney University shirt on Facebook. Meet Hayley Elford, a passionate individual who has recently completed her Bachelor Arts Pathway to Teaching and is now studying her Masters of Teaching (Primary). Even...
Editor note: Rose has been elected as NUS Representative in the 2020 student election. Disclaimer: Doesn’t work every time Do you consider yourself a change-maker? An #influencer? Or someone pretty good at communicating with others? If yes – or if you want to manifest...
Studying at uni can be full on! Luckily, there are heaps of ways to engage with the WSU community and chances are you’re already making some great contributions that can be used to improve your CV and potentially score your next job. Here are a few ways you can engage...
As an ex-student rep, I spend a lot of time reading the rants page to get a better understanding (and truly honest) commentary on student’s experiences across all the campuses. I found a common motif in many of your complaints, questions and queries you want to know...
Amid this coronavirus pandemic, you may have initially been thrilled about working or undertaking university from home to moderate the spread of infection. Saving on transport time and costs, and working from the comfort of your own home can sound appealing....
“It’s okay, only old people and people with underlying medical conditions will die from the coronavirus.” Sound familiar? While it might make some feel better, those who are disabled, chronically ill and/or elderly can hear you. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t make them...
2020, a new year and the mark of a new decade for students of Western Sydney University, both new and returning. Getting ready for the new semester, picking our class schedules can be overwhelming. With recent hysteria over the newest virus to hit the world’s stage,...
If you think of leaders you probably think of company CEOs, political leaders, activists and the like. However, leadership skills are so much more and can open new doors throughout your own career even if you are not planning on becoming the next president. Developing...
Founded in 2017, with the goal to give university students the opportunity to compete in some of Australia’s largest Cheerleading competitions, was Western Sydney University Cheerleading. Having started with a singular team, the ‘Wildcats’, consisting of...
Trying to maintain a balance of work and play is a strenuous and seemingly impossible task. With that important assignment due, your cousin’s wedding, your partner’s little sister’s birthday and your mates wanting you to go out and have a few drinks while getting down...
It's 5AM on show day and my alarm is going off. It's cold outside and the sun is yet to rise. I chuck on my clothes and boots, grab my show bag, and head off to the Hawkesbury showgrounds. This whole process started many months ago at the WSU farm at the Hawkesbury...
Many phrases can strike fear in a university student’s heart. Exam season, internship application, student fees- the list goes on. But there is one thing that often tops the list: creating a LinkedIn profile. Since starting at Western Sydney University in 2023, I...
Pursuing a master’s degree is more than ticking off another qualification - it’s a personal and professional turning point. For those considering postgraduate study, especially at Western Sydney University, understanding the student experience can make all the...
For many students, starting a new semester comes with excitement and sometimes stress. Balancing study, work, and daily living can be tough, especially when it comes to groceries. But help is available. As part of Spring Welcome Week 2025, the Western Pantry will...
It’s the final year of uni, and while assignments and exams loom large, for many international students, an even bigger question hovers in the background: “Can I stay in Australia after I graduate?” If you’ve ever Googled visa types or relied on a friend’s...