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Powerhouse Late: Climate

Powerhouse Late: Climate

The original article was published by the Young and Resilient Research Centre on 9 August 2023. Click here to access. Images from the workshop ‘United Under Common Cause’ where participants were encouraged to create a piece that spoke to ‘what is the future you’re...

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Vaping in young people – Where should we stand?

Vaping in young people – Where should we stand?

Western Sydney University has had a smoke-free campus since 2014, but vaping has still been an issue of misconduct. This confusion is primarily related to the different environments that vaping creates compared to smoking. We can smell smoke and tobacco with...

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Finding your leadership potential

Finding your leadership potential

Credit: Ann H | Pexels. Contrary to popular belief, leaders are made, not born. In your academic endeavours, leadership may seem far-fetched, but it is attainable. Whether you’re looking to step into the military, sport, government, education, or any organisation –...

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Caring for others with empathy

Caring for others with empathy

For many of us, we have passing interactions daily, or to get in touch with a friend or loved one, they’re only a few key presses away. Despite this, a simple truth can transform the experiences of the people we interact with and leave a mark on those around us:...

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How to stay kind to yourself in a world of plastic?

Are you doing/did you do Plastic Free July? Plastic Free July (PFJ) is exactly what it sounds like – a whole month without single-use plastic. There are often two reactions to this. The first is: “that’s impossible”. The second is: “well, a month isn’t going to make a...

Using AI: Good vs Bad

  Artificial intelligence (AI) is a common tool for university students and lecturers today. Yet, confusion and limited awareness of what counts as ethical use of AI remains.  Academic Integrity teams are working alongside Subject Coordinators, Academic Program...

WSU Jobs on Campus: What’s in it for students?

Want to earn money, build experience, and stay close to your studies? Working on campus might be just the thing – but of course, it’s not always as easy as it sounds.   While Western Sydney University offers a variety of on-campus job opportunities, many students face...

Aussies have the Love-Bug for Lottie McLeod: On Her New EP and Tour

  On May 30th, 2025, Australian singer Lottie McLeod released her newest album, ‘Bug’, after her father’s nickname for her. McLeod embarked on an Australian tour with musical act LoveLoveLove from the 10th to the 26th of July 2025.  McLeod’s father taught her how...