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Rape culture: a conversation we need to have

Rape culture: a conversation we need to have

Trigger Warning: This article contains themes regarding self-harm, sexual abuse, rape and suicide. Please note there are resources for support listed below.   It was an ordinary day and I opened Facebook. Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne had been accused of sexual...

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2020 Tokyo Olympics: together we win

2020 Tokyo Olympics: together we win

The final day of the decathlon at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 marked a historic day of sporting glory, not only for Australia but also for sportsmanship across the globe. For the unversed, the decathlon is a two-day athletics event that comprises of ten different track...

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What is cultural appropriation and is it a big deal?

What is cultural appropriation and is it a big deal?

You’re likely to have heard of the term cultural appropriation, and if you haven’t – it’s more likely you’ve seen examples of it. Consider social media posts you’ve seen of people dressing for Halloween as Native Americans in feathers and headdresses, or Mexican...

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How diverse is Australia’s media?

How diverse is Australia’s media?

Australia prides itself on being a multicultural country. We’ve known this our whole lives. But how much of Australia actually reflect this? Who we see on television is meant to mirror our society and communities, but Australia doesn’t seem to be getting this right....

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Water safety: How much do you know?

Water safety: How much do you know?

Beach culture is a major part of Australian life, however, not everyone is aware of the dangers associated with being around water or water safety measures.   Unfortunately, an average of 42 cases of costal drownings occur on Australian beaches every year. Around...

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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...

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...