By Winnie Dunn: “A good story—one that knows its use and power—startling imagery and syntax, and a curious perspective can help us bypass problematic social and political structures that are in part designed to limit voice.” – Landan Osman Kingswood campus’ Whine and...
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Beyond Boundaries 2016: more than just your average postgraduate conference
By Narelle Ontivero: How many people does it take to organise a Postgraduate conference? Five students; and, two convenors. I’ll be first to admit, the words “Postgraduate” and “Conference”—like the lame attempt at humour above—are not the most smack-bang riveting...
Looking at the whole picture: My experience at Western Sydney University
By Vanessa Noble: We see it every day, people forming opinions based on a single experience with an organisation. People may have a bad experience with airline staff on a flight, with a checkout operator at a major supermarket chain or with a tour guide whilst they...
The Wolves
By Alby Davidow: Willing wives will wallow once; What wandering wolves wonder; When pouncing placid, peaceful doe; Why would wolves wish to wither wonder? What piece of purpose first pierced peace; and planted panting pride? Was it found in fir’s first flutter?...
Finity
By Jemimah McMurray: The night begs attention silent, bold unfraid of stillness unafraid to hold the fierceness, fragility of breath the finity of death & behold her blackness the darkness, and in the void to rest to wait for what is left and for the...
Appin Massacre Remembrance April 17
By Daniel Jantos: Is there not something in all of us that is restless in the face of an injustice? Winston Churchill may have believed that history was written by the victors, but every historian pursues their craft in the hope that, in time, the fuller story will...
Keeping it Raw: Q & A with skuws skater Luke Donnelley
By Naomi Hastings: When did you start skating? Around the age of 10 What’s your favourite thing about skating? The freedom. Having the ability to express creativity and share a passion that extends along so many different interpretations. Where do you like to...
PHOTO: Last day of exams, Spring
By Hakima Husseini: This is my favourite photo of WSU. I love the purple colour of the Jacaranda trees which are all around the pathway of Parramatta campus! It was nice weather on that morning: I took these pictures last year in spring session, on the last day of my...
Fools
By Dina Capilnean: Can’t do these assignments no more Can’t work for the man no more Don’t wanna be a corporate girl No more listening to the world Not gonna listen to your whines and cries And pick you up from your hangover nights Try to be me for just one day My...
My Refugee Story as a Kurd
By Dalya Karezi: Our past is a story that only we understand But mine is so messed up that I find hard to tell while I stand. My story is different, but I cannot say I am the only one, Every time I reminisce about my childhood I just want to run. Although I was young...
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Protest to Power: How Students Sparked a National Revolution
August 5th 2024 marks a historical turning point for Bangladesh, an event that revolutionised the political landscape and gave a new voice to the country’s citizens. Earning a second victory over the fascist regime, which had been ruling for 16 years. What Caused...
How Country Music Won Australia’s Heart: “There’s a Story with Every Song”
This article was originally published by The Western Weekender on the 4th of June 2025. Country music has the power to speak to the soul, the mind, and the heart of the individual. It provides a platform for people to choose their story through the power of...
Reflecting on my Time in W’SUP: Eugenia Kourkoutas
Eugenia Kourkoutas is a recent Western Sydney University graduate. She was a W’SUP News editor and Student Publications Committee member during her studies. Kourkoutas’ author profile can be found here. The speech she gave on W’SUP’s March 2025 Media Day can be...
From Breakfast to Belonging, How Campus Meals Unite Us!
Some mornings at Western Sydney University begin with the scent of sizzling hash browns, the clink of cutlery, and the quiet comfort of shared silence between strangers who are soon-to-be friends. In these early hours, before lectures and deadlines begin, there is a...
Let’s Talk Periods!
On Tuesday, 27th May 2025, a warm and welcoming corner of Western Sydney University’s Parramatta South campus was transformed into a safe space for tea, treats, and truth-telling about periods. The Environmental Collective hosted this special morning tea in...





