Got an idea that could help students feel more connected at Flinders?
Have an idea that could help students feel more connected, included or seen at Flinders? Flinders Community Grants are now open for student-led projects that build […]
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Making Space to Breathe: How Mindful Art Supports Student Wellbeing
You may have seen in a previous post about the recently launched Mindful Art group at Oasis. In this post, Chaplain Christy Overton discusses why and […]
Craft Your Career with Collage
Plenty of groups are getting in on the Wellbeing Week action. That includes Careers with their Collage Career Craft Centre in the Central Library on 5th […]
Wellbeing Week is here – build habits, reduce overwhelm, and take a breat...
I think about wellbeing every day, but we’ve packed it into a week for you, because we know you’ve got a lot on your plate. Hope […]
Everyone Seems Ahead… Am I One Stop Behind?
Public Health student Jingyi (Lucy) shares a deeply personal reflection on studying abroad and comparing her path with peers back home, a feeling familiar to many […]
Apply to Become a Wellbeing Ambassador for 2026!
It is a not-so-secret wellbeing hack that doing stuff for others, builds your wellbeing. The Wellbeing Ambassador Program is one of the formal ways you can […]
ADHD 101 Support Group – Starting March 31
One of the most popular programs for 2025 is returning in 2026 – ADHD 101. Sometimes the best support comes from those who are living through […]
Supercommunicators ended up a non-event, but alas.......
Nothing will stop me communicating these communication skills to you! If you saw my previous post about the Supercommunicators Workshop in the city, you are […]
I'm running a 1hr Supercommunicators workshop at City Campus for Connect We...
Consistent with the title of this post, I am running a 1hr Supercommunicators workshop at the City Campus on the 5th March for Connect Week. With […]
Small Talk, Big Impact
Social Work student and BetterU contributor Jinbo explores how simple chats at Flinders Mates can boost wellbeing, create belonging, and turn small talk into big benefits […]
🎤 Flinders Speaks: Master the Art of Presenting
Snakes or public speaking, which do you prefer? If it is snakes, this training might be for you. Public speaking likely ranks high on many […]
Flinders Community Morning Tea ☕🍎
I had a previous colleague with an amazing ability to know where free food was. You don’t need that ability. It (along with social connection) can […]
Wellbeing programs mostly updated for 2026 - get involved
With the start of the formal academic year quickly approaching, we’ve got (most of) our wellbeing programs updated. I am confident there is something in there […]
How to Strengthen Relationships
I feel weird writing this post, because I am not the guru of interpersonal dynamics. Thankfully, I am reporting on the advice that actual experts give […]
Be Fearless, Be Me: Flinders Celebrates Inclusivity on International Day of...
Flinders University’s first-ever Inclusive Celebration Day, themed ‘Be Fearless, Be Me,’ brought together students, staff, and partners to celebrate diversity and accessibility – with inspiring reflections […]
The Importance of Listening, Understanding, Empathy, and Non-Judgmental Sup...
Written by Abby, a social work student on placement, this article explores how deep listening, empathy, and non-judgmental support form the heart of social work (and […]
The Happiness Behind a Wagging Tail 🐾
Annette, a Social Work student on placement with BetterU, shares how dogs bring joy, reduce stress, and teach us life lessons about love and loyalty. Also […]
Be Fearless, Be Me: Inclusive Celebration Day
ISS and their partners have a wonderful pipeline of events in the works. Next up? Inclusive Celebration Day, 3rd December, to celebrate International Day of People […]
Neurodiversity CoP events that I am a bit late in promoting!
Apologies if you encounter these after they happened. I was a bit slow off the mark in promoting them.
Flinders University Discord Hub for all your social needs 🤖
I checked in on this today (13/10/25) and the number of clubs on Flinders University Discord Hub has grown!! Check it out to see if your […]
Mental Health Challenges for International Students: The Perspective of a C...
In her first post for BetterU, Abby, a Chinese international student shares her personal journey through the mental health challenges of studying abroad, offering insight, hope, […]
Kickstart Your Writing: Try a Prompt-Powered Study Group
Writing is a momentum activity and group-based writing sprints can help you build that momentum. On the 18th August and 15th September, I joined an online […]
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 […]
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 […]