Sunshine, Soccer & Sizzle: A Mid-Semester Break to Remember
Nina and Ellaine from International Student Services (ISS) provided me a brief report on the mid-semester Soccer and BBQ event they held recently. More such events […]
Archive Author: Gareth Furber
Three ways to regain your focus for the rest of the semester
Feeling unfocused? Here are three super-practical mindfulness hacks from Counsellor Chris to get your study mojo back… and the third one is a special invitation […]
Free Webinar: The Big 5 for Better Mental Health 🌱
Learn simple, evidence-based habits to strengthen your mental health with Professor Nick Titov in this free Big 5 webinar ahead of World Mental Health Day. If […]
Oasis: A place that gives hope
Social Work student Annette, on placement with BetterU, writes beautifully about the role the Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre played for her in adapting to studying in […]
I piggybacked off someone else's work to bring you 10 wellbeing tips
10 wellbeing tips, with a different flavour, inspired by a wise colleague. I’m feeling a bit lazy today. Well, intellectually lazy, not task lazy. I AM […]
Oh, it is break time!
Mid-semester break – 2 weeks to get done anything you didn’t get done in the previous 8. Just a super quick message to wish everyone a […]
Why University Rankings Can Matter to You
University rankings aren’t just bragging rights. They can signal shared values, create belonging, and open pathways for you to enhance your own wellbeing. Universities love being […]
I've been paying attention to paying attention 🔎
In the mentally hazy email catchup that is my typical Saturday morning, I found two articles on attention that deserve your…. well…..attention. My Saturday mornings usually […]
Our 6 Core Self-Help Guides
Six core guides to simplify your uni life – packed with practical tips, fresh perspectives, and experiments to help you thrive at Flinders without drowning in […]
Dealing with Online Abuse: A Guide to Your Support Options
Robyn from Student Experience team on how to navigate the digital world safely with support from Flinders University and the eSafety Commissioner, offering clear steps to […]
Feeling meh? Join the Flinders Live Well Study
If you are over 17 and feeling “meh,” you can participate in a one-week online program, developed by a Flinders PhD student Elli, to improve your well-being […]
Procrastination, mental health and wellbeing mailing lists
I realise that none of us wake up wanting to get more emails, but these emails are great, I promise. Sign-up today. I am a child […]
Resume Lab - craft your story
The last time I checked my resume was 8 years ago. Don’t be me. Go to this workshop. Ready to turn your resume into a powerful […]
Career Conversations @ Bedford Park Campus
There really are some excellent personal and professional development opportunities available to students. This one focuses on how to land a job. Ever wonder how other […]
R U OK? day activities continue for a second week
Think we’d restrict R U OK? Day and Wellbeing Week celebrations to just one week? Surprise! R U OK? Day activities kicked off yesterday (10th September). […]