Author: Olivia Fraser Edited By: Abbie Simmons My name is Liv, I am a third-year Bachelor of Paramedicine student and at the start of 2024, I travelled to London with 8 of my peers to do a placement with the London Ambulance Service (LAS). I chose to apply for a...
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How Early Practical Experience Shapes the Future of Aspiring Lawyers
OPINION: Law student Sarrah Bashar reflects on her experience working as a Paralegal whilst pursing a Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Criminology. Author: Sarrah Bashar Editor: Abbie Simmons While law school provides the foundation for understanding the law, applying...
The Western Pantry: Fighting Food Insecurity
The Western Pantry, which aims to combat food insecurity, officially opened its doors to all Western Sydney University (WSU) students on July 22nd at Kingswood Campus. The Pantry, situated in Building O, level 1, will be available to use during the times of Monday...
An end to placement poverty? Students are left doubtful.
Article written by Ruby Ritchie | Edited by Nataša Aster-Stater In recent news, the federal government announced that students undergoing teaching, nursing, and social work placements may be eligible for weekly payments by July 2025. The government calculated...
How to prepare for your online exams
It’s October, which means two things are fast approaching: exams and semester break. I’ll wager you’re only excited about one of them. With Zoom classes creating a new virtual learning space for students amid COVID-19, Sarah Cupitt explains what you need to know to...
Simple tips for a safer workspace
With the Covid-19 quarantine situation that we are currently facing, there is an increase in demand for working online. For students, this means our entire studying has been transferred online, which means more time spent in front of a computer and more time using...
Ten ways to organise your study
Perhaps last semester you found yourself stressing at the last minute or double-booking yourself. It may be time to organise your study. These following ten tips will help you manage your assessments and conquer your degree. Story by Bianca Russom. Create a custom...
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A Call for Justice, Respect and Change: Alleged Police Brutality at Western Sydney University Pro-Palestine Demonstration with Tenesha Kumar
Author: Tenesha Kumar (Edited by Eugenia Kourkoutas) Foreword by W’SUP Editorial Team: The W’SUP team has always been dedicated to recognising the voices, ideas and experiences of the Western student population and the Western community overall. In continuing...
W’SUP’s New Perspectives Launch Event: A Photo Essay
The W’SUP community held their first launch for the Spring Magazine Edition named “New Perspectives” on the 23rd of October. This spring edition of the magazine was about reflection, highlighting the importance of understanding and caring for yourself and raising...
How to Enjoy Sydney Summers as a Student Without Breaking the Bank
Are you new to Sydney, wanting to explore and seize the summer but on a budget? Or are you worried about saving up for rent and utilities, while your friends are posting Insta stories with all the summer fun, leaving you with major FOMO? Don't worry. Here's how...
Western Sydney University Lifeblood Challenge 2024
What began as a small pilot project in 2017 at the Kingswood campus has evolved into a driving force in life-saving initiatives and enhanced community compassion across all Western Sydney University campuses. Originally a one-woman initiative by then student and now...
Lydia Feng Encapsulates the Integrity of Journalism at WSU Guest Lecture
At Western Sydney University Parramatta South Campus, ABC Journalist Lydia Feng captured the minds of students in her Q&A guest lecture, outlining the passion and initiative of what it takes to become a journalist within the modern world. Within her lecture...