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UTS Student Hacks Podcast
by UTS Library
The UTS Student Hacks podcast presented by the Student Learning Hub is a fortnightly podcast bringing you the best tips, resources and study hacks on offer.
Episodes
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Podcasting 101: Unfiltered
And here we are; the last episode of the season. We, Angelina and Jennifer, wanted to gift all our podcast listeners. And so, we’ve broken down the most important parts of our process for any budding podcasters venturing or curious about the craft. And we wanted to say, don’t overthink it, just...
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Savvy Study Habits with Curtis: Budget, Block, and Break Smart
Closing deadlines, withering spirits, extreme bankruptcy because of food delivery services? Have no fear because we travelled back in time to meet up with Curtis once again to take a deep dive into uni life. How we can tweak our existing habits to work around our shortcomings. To keep in touch…
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Making Cents of It All: Budgeting with Prabhu
Are you debating a purchase right now? Do you avoid looking at your bank account balance? So do we, and enough is enough. In this episode, we've invited Prabhu Sivabalan (Associate Dean of external engagement) to guide us on our financial literacy journey and help us justify our Taylor Swift...
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Are we on the brink of AI-world domination? ft. Ben and Zara
Is AI going to take over our jobs? In today's episode of Student Hacks, join Jennifer and Angelina as they chat with Ben and Zara about GenAI! Together, they discuss their experiences with AI and their opinions of AI's use in work and study spaces. You can also keep in touch with the Student…
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Chat (GPT) with Kylie Readman about studying with GenAI tools
Dive into the future of learning in our latest episode as we sit down with UTS's Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Kylie Readman! We delve deep into the fascinating world of GenAI and how it’s reshaping the educational landscape at UTS. Wondering how to navigate assessments or enhance your learning...
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Arriving in Sydney
Please collect your timetables and course outlines and welcome to Sydney. We hope you enjoy your stay! In today's episode of Student Hacks, Jennifer and Angelina chat with Curtis about his experiences as an international student at UTS, including the fickle accommodation search You can also keep…
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Balancing Rest and Productivity on Break
Who's ready to rest, relax and refresh (and watch the Barbie movie) during the semester break? In this episode, Jennifer and Angelina chat about how to de-stress, establish healthy habits whilst making sure to have fun when they have time off. ✨ Quick links: UTS counselling -...
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Managing your mindset during exam season
The exam and assessment period is drawing near! Join Angelina and Jennifer, as they explore how you can manage your mindset during this stressful period. They are accompanied by Sophie, an experienced student and UTS Library intern, who provides insights into how to: Practise self-compassion…
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Just one more episode!
Do you ever procrastinate? Are you procrastinating right now? Are you telling yourself “just one more episode”? Don’t worry, you’ve found the perfect episode for you! Being familiar with procrastination and deadline stress, Jennifer and Angelina talk about surviving assignment and exam seasons…
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Starting up with Startups
Calling on all aspiring entrepreneurs! In this week’s episode, Jennifer and Angelina check in with UTS Startups to see how to begin a business empire with the guidance and support of UTS’ own entrepreneurial hub: UTS Startups. Aaron, UTS Startups’ Inspiration Manager, tells us all about the…
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Think Global, Study Abroad
Interested in studying abroad? This episode is just right for you. Join Jennifer and Angelina as they dive into the Global Exchange program offered by UTS to explore the benefits and challenges of studying abroad. Our guest Jayden shares his experience in Madrid and provides insights on how to…
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It's giving career guidance, it's giving clarity
Starting off your career journey can be nerve-racking, confusing, and a totally awkward experience. Not to worry, Nadine from UTS Careers shares her top tips to help you set off on the right foot: Network - Realise the value of your network and connect with them as potential colleagues. Be...
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Twenty-twenty (3) Vision
We’re heading into this year with twenty-twenty (3) vision! On this episode, Jennifer and Angelina discuss goal-setting for the year ahead; talking about their personal goals and their goals for the podcast in 2023. Join us in making a cool vision board to bring your goals to life, by: Defining...
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It's the final brain cell
🧠 It's the final brain cell 🎺**kazoo solo**🎺 How are you holding up in this central exam period? 🤯 Take a break from exam preparation and listen to Elsa and Panda's tips during exam seasons: Keep yourself nourished 🐧 Prepare for exams in reverse order 🔙 Make sure to take a proper break when...
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Creating a Productive Environment
It's week 1️⃣2️⃣! Are you struggling but still trying to be productive? 🤧 👂🏻Tune in to listen to Elsa and Panda's experience in how they create a productive environment 👩🏻🏫 - physically and mentally Clean your desk before a focus session 🧹 Buddy up 👯♂️ to level up your concentration...
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Interview with Sarah from Counselling
🤔 Did you know, as a UTS student, you have access to free therapy sessions? 👂🏻 🎧 Tune in for Elsa and Panda's free (and public) therapy session 💬 with Sarah from Counselling and how they learn about: Checking in with themselves mentally 🤗💞 Knowing the signs of things going down 😱...
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Group work is like a box of chocolates
It's StuVac 🤭 Did you get to recharge? or are you buried in assignments 😭 Tune in to listen to Elsa and Panda's stories on how they approach group work! In this episode, they talked about how they utilise communication 💬 leverage their strengths and weaknesses 🤝🏻 , and pick their battles in…
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How we manage our time
Listen to Elsa and Panda's experience and tips in managing their time ⌛ during the semester, including but not limited to: Keep it simple - waking up early 🌞, planning ahead, figuring out your priorities ✅ Anything that keeps you going is key - even if it is just instant coffee! ☕ Celebrate 🎉 -...
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ProTips for assignment-ing
It's week 5 🥺 Tune in for some tips for students in different faculties for your assignments!🧐 In this episode, we have Kelly from Business & Law, Moira from FASS and TDi, Elsa from DAB, and Panda from FEIT. 👀 Episode break-down 4:08 - Get to know today's guests 6:40 - How did you approach…
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Interview with Catharine from RNA
🍦 Have you ever got free ice cream on campus? If you did, it's probably from RNA UTS! 😇 Tune in to learn more about their campaigns, such as Wanna spoon? 🥄 and the ways you can get help if things go wrong 🆘 Resources from this episode What to do when things go wrong UTS Student Complaints...
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Breaking up with the break
🎈 Welcome back to the Spring session! 🥳 Learn from Elsa & Panda's experience in setting up themselves for success 😇, such as learning what works for you, setting intentions 🙏🏻, and using a personal Kanban board 📝 Resources from this episode UTS Assessment Planner Notion Notion Templates…
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Have a break, have a chit chat
🌴 It's almost semester break! What's the plan? 😎 Listen to Elsa, Krisma, and Panda's tips on how to use your semester break effectively - rest up or be productive! 😇 Resources from this episode UTS Careers UTS CareerHub Credits Written, Presented & Produced by: Elsa Baker, Krisma Maskey &…
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We can see the finishing line!
💪 Hang in there - we are all going to make it! 🎈 Tune in to listen to Elsa, Krisma and Panda for some tips on where to study on campus 🏢 and how they survive the last few weeks of the semester 🙀 Credits Written, Presented & Produced by: Elsa Baker, Krisma Maskey & Panda Hui Music: Spark of...
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First, we say no
🤐 Have you ever feel like you can't say no to friends? 🙅♀️ Tune in to listen to Elsa, Krisma and Panda to learn from their tips to set boundaries ❗ , start by saying no to other people; and how they set boundaries, even when its difficult. 👀 Credits Written, Presented & Produced by: Elsa…
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[Bonus Ep] Coping with mental health
This week Elsa, Panda and Krisma talk about how they manage mental health👨⚕️, ask for help🦔 , and lastly, their experience with UTS counseling. Resources from this episode Life line: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 UTS Counselling UTS Psychology Clinic Credits Written, Presented & Produced...
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How to (not) procrastinate
Today Elsa, Krisma and Panda share their experience on how to approach assessments effectively and (not) procrastinate. Email us your opinions to [email protected] Resources from this episode: StudyStream HELPS drop in session HELPS Writing Centre Doing assignments in Microsoft Word Find...
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Energise, revive, but please don't plagiarise
Are you feeling exhausted and restless? Maybe it's time to take a break before doing more work - no one can pour from an empty cup! 🥤 Listen to how Krisma, Panda and Elsa energise themselves through me-time and ice coffee; there are also some tips and resources to help with referencing! Email…
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[Bonus Ep] Feedback. In Depth.
Why should you care about feedback? Don't know how to receive and give feedback effectively? 🤔 Listen to Panda and Elsa’s tips on the topic of feedback - academic, personal or professional. Email us your opinions to [email protected] Resources from this episode: What is HELPS? Book a...
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Balancing time: group work & individual assignments
Uni assignments come in many form, like water🌊, earth🌍, fire🔥 and air🌬 In this episode, Krisma, Panda and Elsa discussed on how to use feedback to your advantage, knowing your limit and planning wisely to maximise your productivity while studying, in group and individual assignments👩🏫 Send...
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Building routine & finding your people
Not all organisational methods are created equal and not even the best have it together all the time! 😵 👀Hear from Elsa, Krisma and Panda on how they are feeling the effects of the chaos this week, as well as their best selection of pro-tips for staying on top of things🎯 Send us your opinions...
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How do I do this again?
We are so excited to meet you! 🤗 In this introductory episode we cover the ins and outs of starting up the semester strong. Whether it’s joining clubs, finding new spots to eat on campus🥐 or making sure you are emotionally and mentally ready, starting strong can look different for everyone 💪
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Wrapping it up (for now!)
Spring session is coming to an end, and we’re feeling reflective. Join us for the last episode of this season as we discuss our past, present and future - looking back on the wild year so far, discussing our plans for the summer, and sharing our hopes for the future! If you’d like to tell us…
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Hacking your brain to hack your study
Studying is never easy, but what if we could hack how our brains work to make the process smoother? We could leave behind the one-strategy-fits-all approach and instead tailor our study to suit our strengths instead. Join us this episode as we discuss our personality types and the study…
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Addressing money stress
It’s Mental Health Week and we’re tackling one of the biggest sources of stress: money. This episode, we’re speaking with Nick Cooper from UTS Financial Assistance to find out what support is available to UTS students and how we can access it. Looking to ask a question or share a tip of your own?...
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Academic integrity and UTS Confessions with Dr Amanda White - Bonus episode
After last week’s crash course into academic integrity, we’re keen to find out more and test our new-found knowledge. What better way to do so, than with Dr Amanda White’s academic integrity board game? This bonus episode, we discuss engaging with academic integrity in a fun way, how to…
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Understanding academic integrity with Dr Amanda White
It can be tempting to take shortcuts to get things done as we head into the pointy end of the session. But when is a shortcut actually academic misconduct? Dr Amanda White joins us on this episode to discuss academic integrity, including what it is, how to avoid accidentally doing the wrong…
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Recharging to avoid burnout
Feeling unmotivated and stressed? We’re here to reassure you, you’re not alone! Uni is tough, and being in lockdown doesn’t make it any easier. This week, we’re discussing ways to recharge to avoid getting burnt-out, so you can be at your best. Remember, self-care is crucial to succeeding at uni...
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Building friendships and staying connected
This episode, we’re sharing our methods for making lockdown a little less lonely. Studying remotely means it’s a lot harder to build new friendships and stay connected with loved ones. If you’re craving a way to meet or catch up with friends that isn’t just calling once in a while, we’ve got you...
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Surviving remote study
Two weeks into Spring session and we’re starting to feel the Zoom fatigue setting in. Are you struggling to concentrate in class or battling back pain from being hunched over your laptop like us as well? Not to worry – we’re discussing tried-and-true tips you’ll need to survive remote learning....
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Getting organised
This week we're getting ready for Spring session. We all hoped it would be a return to full-on face to face teaching, but we're stuck in lockdown again. We share the things that worked (and didn't) last lockdown and what we're going to do differently this time. What has kept you sane during…
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Assignment help and preparing for exams
Today we talk all things exams and assessments. As the final weeks of session loom, thinking about exams can be stressful, but Roxanne and Kelly are old hats at exam prep and have all the hot tips on how to prep like a pro.
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Mental Health Check-in
Today we have a special guest Cordelia Hsu, the 2019 UTSOC president. We talk all about mental health, from daily stress to personality disorders, and how to smash the mental health stigma.
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Feedback & Assignment Help
On this weeks episode we dive into the world of feedback and assignment help with our special guest Lissy.
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Recharge
Today we Check-in with each other on how we are doing with uni work, how we are doing mentally, and our grand and not so grand plans for StuVac
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Balancing uni and life
Kelly and Roxanne discuss the challenges of how to manage your time when you've got a lot on - what tools and techniques they use to keep track of what's going on, the importance of having hobbies, building in spare time, and how your priorities change over your degree.
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Settling in and joining a community
From dreaded class icebreakers to embracing the breakout room, we talk about how we developed our community at UTS and the surprising effect it had on our uni work.
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Design your UTS
Looking to get the most out of your time at UTS? Kelly and Roxanne give you the run-down on Design Your UTS in this bonus mini-episode.
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Setting up for success
We are back back back again! Meet Kelly, a 4th year student doing Business and Law, and Roxanne, a 4th year in Medical Science and International Studies. They're back for another season of UTS Student Hacks, the fortnightly podcast, where we give you all the tips and advice you need to survive…
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How to get a summer internship
For the season finale of the UTS Student Hacks Podcast, Rachel and Kelly are discussing all things internships; why to get one, how to get one and which UTS Services can help. UTS students Mariah Taleb and Connor Broughton share their internship experiences and give their top tips for students...
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Surviving the Assessment Period
Rachel and Kelly are here to give you all the tips and tricks for remaining sane and on track during the upcoming assessment period. They are joined by four U:PASS leaders who share their advice for practicing self-care, time-management and overcoming pesky procrastination so you can survive and...
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The UTS Student Hacks podcast presented by the Student Learning Hub is a fortnightly podcast bringing you the best tips, resources and study hacks on offer.
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