As we wished a fond farewell to 2019 and the previous decade, many were eagerly looking forward to 2020. Counting down the seconds, hoping, and praying for a great year; no one could image the disasters laying ahead. Australia had already been beaten down by the...
Attention coffee addicts, eggs benedict-obsessed enthusiasts and all-around brunch lovers! As we are power on through these uncertain times with ever-changing restrictions, it’s completely understandable to be feeling a little disheartened or maybe even lonely. But...
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...
Enter your next hookup feeling empowered to make safe decisions for you and your health. "A one night stand involves “maximum excitement and minimum commitment." - Linda Papadopoulos Friends with benefits. No strings attached. One night-stand. Whatever you want to...
As we all know, COVID-19 has undoubtedly created a spin to a major duration of 2020. Unfortunately, for the time being, our plans to travel, explore and socialise have been placed on hold. It has also shifted forms of learning at university, making Zoom sessions an...
Editorial On behalf of the W’SUP team, I would like to share our deepest condolences to the people of Lebanon for the recent tragedy. We are aware that Western Sydney University (WSU), in the beauty of its diversity, has a large proportion of Lebanese staff and...
Pizza chain Domino’s has sparked discussion about white privilege and misogyny after promoting an offer that gave “the good Karens” of Australia and NZ the chance to win a free pizza. Their intention was to take the name Karen back, after it has become a negative...
Open letter to the Minister for Education, the Hon. Dan Tehan MP Dear Mr Tehan, The recent legislation to axe the student HECS loan for students who fail 50 per cent of their units in their first year of university is an ill-judged decision. Most students in Australia...
Key topics: hospitality, customer, abuse, mental health. The shutter doors were mostly closed, and the lights were just about to be switched off. A group of three suddenly appeared by the gap in the door. “Sorry we’re closed for the day,” I said. Ignored as if...
One Western Sydney University Chaplain’s passion for creating community and social connections won’t be flickered out by COVID-19 restrictions. The Chaplaincy team offers an online soup kitchen program that runs each Wednesday from 5:30 pm. The experience promises a...
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...
The Times Higher Education have released their global rankings for 2025. For the fourth year in a row, Western Sydney University has achieved first place for delivering community impact. Western’s Vice-Chancellor Professor George Williams announced the...
“How are you?” I hate this question. Because, well, what do I say? I’m running off the sugar in my coffee, and the fear of not paying the rent this week? I was okay an hour ago, but something shifted and now I’m not? I want to lay in bed with my cat...
When we talk next,I’ll tell you everything. Remember when you told meabout the beauty of it all?How the waves collide and the foams rise?And how all of it falls in one place or falls apart? I didn’t understand it thenBut now I do. I actually went on that Coogee to...
Handprints in caves, love letters, bedtime stories, postcards, train station graffiti, wedding invites, cafe menus, ‘get home safe’ text messages, writing and sharing stories is so human. We are beings, fortunate enough to have the ability to create. Mostly, we write...