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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...

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...

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!...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Rock Pools to Visit Around Wollongong!

Did you know that Australia is home to more swimming pools per capita than any other nation in the world? Within the Illawarra you’ll find crystal clear, sandy bottomed swimming sanctuary’s in almost every suburb along the South Coast. Wollongong itself is home to some of the most iconic salt water swimming spots around and as the weather starts to warm up we thought it’s time to  visit one the glorious Illawarra Rock Pools below! Coalcliff...

Mental Health Awareness and YOU!

Did you know that October 1st – 30th is Mental Health Awareness Month? It is a call-to-action for the one in five Australians affected by mental illness annually, and for the many more that may be struggling.   Mental Health Month’s national governing body is the Mental Health Foundation Australia and in each state you’ll find different organisations paving the way for mental health awareness! This year, in New South Wales, WayAhead’s theme for Mental Health Month is ‘Tune In’. The campaign...