The window of IGA was bright and colourful last week with over 38 entries received in the drawing competition to celebrate Live Art Week. Our budding artists from Kids’ Uni and Kids’ Uni Early Intervention drew what “Healthy and Fresh” meant to them and it was great to see so many pictures of fruit and vegetables. The team at Kids’ Uni took the kids through a session on healthy eating and the different kinds of healthy...
Sport is back at UOW and great results coming through last week from the UniSport Nationals Athletics meet in Homebush. UOW had a small team of 6 competing who came away with a swag of medals and fantastic results: Tierney Dunne: Gold Women’s 200m and Silver Women’s 100m Karlee Symonds: Gold Women’s T11 100m Rosie Tozer: Bronze Women’s High Jump Kiahna Soroka: 5th Women’s Hammer throw, 7th Discus and 5th Shot Put Andrew Goshnik: Silver Men’s 200m and 4th...
After the cancellation of the 2020 UniSport Nationals due to COVID-19, UniActive is excited to be taking part in the 2021 UniSport Nationals. The Nationals will run from 25 September to 1 October on the Gold Coast and attracts over 7,500 participants from Australia’s 43 universities. Trials have commenced at UniActive for athletes to form a number of teams across a range of sports including Soccer, Rugby 7's, T20 Cricket, Basketball, Cheerleading, Volleyball and much...
It was exciting to have over 78 clubs and societies showcase what they do at Clubs Day last week on campus. From cosplay to e-sports, dancing and physics it was great to see so many club members out and about talking to students about what they do and how to get involved. Clubs and Societies are a great way to meet new friends, connect with people who have similar interests, strengthen your resume and most importantly...
Pulse is extremely excited to announce that Advantage Pharmacy is now open on campus located in building 11. The pharmacy offers a variety of over the counter and non-prescription items, a fantastic beauty and gift range along with all your medical and personal hygiene products. Vlade and his team believe in providing trusted advice whilst delivering exceptional customer service for your health needs. The pharmacy will be open Monday to Friday from 9AM – 5PM. Make sure...
After an overwhelming response to the pantry packs in 2020 to support students during the COVID-19 pandemic, UOW Pulse is excited to announce a new initiative to continue to support UOW students. The Pulse Pantry will open next week, offering UOW students pantry items every week. The Pulse Pantry has been established to: - Assist students facing hardship - Provide a last-minute meal to students - Continue to support international students - Help support students wellbeing by reducing financial...
Last week we welcomed our new students to campus at O-Festival, providing then with a range of in-person events, entertainment, free food, clubs and societies, information stalls and an all-round good time. It was great to see the campus alive again with new and current students enjoying the 3-day festival. We had over 90 of our clubs and societies attend the festival, showcasing what they do and how to get involved. After a difficult year...
UOW Pulse and IGA was thrilled to once again present UOW Cares with the 2020 IGA Community Chest donation of $201.73 to support the great work they do for students. Pulse and IGA have donated $2,372 to UOW Cares since 2016 through the Community Chest Initiative. The funds have been raised through the specially marked “IGA Community Chest” products. When you purchase a product with the IGA Community Chest logo, a percentage is credited to...
We are excited to announce Prithvi Patil as the 2020 “Pulse Volunteer of the Year”. Prithvi contributed and impressive 141.75 hours participating in multiple events and activities. He exemplifies what it means to be a volunteer and is passionate about giving back to both the student and the wider community. Volunteering in 2020 looked a little different due to the COVID-19 pandemic but our Pulse Volunteers adapted quickly to the new ‘norm’ and were eager...
In 2020, the UniClubs program saw unprecedented challenges due to COVID-19. Our Clubs and Societies were successful in adapting quickly and transitioning their programs to online activities to continue to engage with their members and provide a social connection during the lockdown and lack of face-to-face events. We were unable to come together for our annual in-person Awards Night in 2020, but the team still wanted to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and contributions...