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May 2, 2022

WHY LAST MINUTE CRAMMING DOESN’T WORK!

At some point during your university degree you’ve probably stayed up all night cramming for an exam or to finish an assignment that is due!  It’s hard to fight the urge to leave all your course work until the last-minute and despite its prevalence on University campuses, cramming information is not the optimal way to study for your final exams! Spaced repetition Spaced repetition is the technique of taking information that you need to memorise...

April 19, 2022

Tips for students to refresh while studying

We know that juggling study and time for yourself can be extremely hard and that finding the right balance between university and your social downtime is often more complicated than it sounds! Feeling stressed and anxious is often a typical response to being overwhelmed and under pressure, especially during peak study periods. While these feelings are common in high-pressure situations it is essential to know when you’re study load and university commitments might be weighing...

April 11, 2022

Top TED Talks Students can’t miss

If you’re a University student, chances are you’ve heard of TED! The non-profit organisation is dedicated to sharing important information ideas and sparking meaningful conversations! Watching one or two of these might just be the game-changer that you are looking for! TEDs are huge for discovering new ideas, feeding curiosity, finding new ways of doing a host of exciting things, and engaging conversation on a range of thought-provoking topics in more ways than one! No matter...

April 1, 2022

Top Time Management Tips For Students

The truth is you cannot actually manage your time! You can, however, you can manage the events in your life in relation to time. You may often wish that you had more time in your day, but the truth is you only get 24 hours, 1,440 minutes, or 86,400 seconds in each and every day. So how exactly do we successfully manage the 24 hours we are given each day to the best of our...

March 21, 2022

Fun things to do in Wollongong on and off campus!

As you start to dive deeper into your study this semester it is important to remember to take some time out from your workload! Whether you’re rewarding yourself for completing an assessment task or just need to step away from the textbooks for an afternoon, getting out and about is a great way to unwind and reset! You might like to forage at the local markets or find the thill you seek skydiving at 15ft!...

March 16, 2022

A New Space for UniSuper

UniSuper has been visiting campus for over ten years, with a dedicated office since 2018. We were excited to officially open a new upgraded office right in the heart of the UOW campus, where staff and students can get help from a super expert. Whether you’re an existing UniSuper member or interested in finding out how to join, this is a great place to visit. The team provide general advice and information to help make well-informed decisions...

March 8, 2022

Pulse Awards Night

After a challenging 2021, UOW Pulse was finally able to recognise our amazing clubs and societies and volunteers for all their hard work in 2021 at the 2021 Pulse Awards Night last week. Congratulations to all the nominees, highly commended recipients, and winners on your effort, achievements and commitment to your clubs and the students of UOW. We look forward to more great events, community engagement, growth and fun in 2022. ⭐STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AWARDUniversity of Wollongong...

November 1, 2021

YOUR GUIDE TO SURVIVING EXAM WEEK!

Caffeine, procrastination and all-nighters! That’s right its crunch time and exam week is about to arrive. Marked by too little sleep, too much caffeine and a whole lot of stress! We know exam week can be extremely hectic and overwhelming so we’ve comprised a handy list of tips to help you survive the stress that often comes with the pressure of exams! Manage your stress! Make sure you have clear study goals set for each day...

October 25, 2021

Creating your DIY study space at home!

Where do you spend most of your time studying? If you find yourself laying on the couch, TV blaring with pen and paper in hand… then chances are you might need to reconsider your study space! We’ve created a list of tips and tricks to help you get the most out of setting up your space when studying from home! #1 Pick a space for yourself! Create a space that is uniquely yours and...

October 18, 2021

HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE!

Did you know that October 18 – 30 is Global Climate Change Week? Global Climate Change Week is a platform supporting academic communities to engage in climate change actions and solutions. The theme this year is Climate, Health, Action! The week focuses on the impact of our changing climate on human and environmental health. Exploring sustainable solutions, from eating healthily and sustainably to greening our health systems. If you want to do your part but...