UTS Student Hacks Podcast

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 💪

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 about your year or your plans for 2022, send us an audio or text message at [email protected]!
Credits:Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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 techniques that work for us.
Think it’s wishful thinking, or maybe there’s some method to this madness?
Send us your opinions via text or audio message to [email protected]
Resources from this episode:

• 16 Personalities quiz
• Pomodoro timer
• Anki flashcards
• Book a seat at UTS Library

Credits: Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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?
Leave us a text or audio message at [email protected]
Resources from this episode:

• UTS Financial Assistance site
• UTS Financial Assistance video

Credits: Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenGuest: Nick CooperProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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 collaborate without colluding, and even find some time to ask Amanda about her double life as a serial UTS Confessions commenter.
Have a question or confession of your own?
Send us a message at [email protected]
Resources from this episode:https://aibg.amandalovestoaudit.com/
Credits: Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenGuest: Dr Amanda WhiteProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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 thing, and what you can do if you’re faced with an allegation of academic misconduct. We’ll also talk about ways you, as a student, can promote academic integrity so that everyone benefits.
If you have some reflections on academic integrity, let us know!
Send us a text or audio message at [email protected]
Credits: Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenGuest: Dr Amanda WhiteProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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 too!
Got a question for us? Or some tips of your own for dodging burnout?
Let us know through text or audio message at [email protected]
Resources from this episode:

• Headspace
• UTS Counselling service
• Headspace meditation app
• ActivateUTS Self-Care Week

Credits: Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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 covered.
Have some tips of your own? Or just some reflections about your social life in lockdown?
Send them through to us via text or audio message at [email protected]
Resources from this episode:

• Student Learning Hub
• Language learning with Netflix extension

Credits: Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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.
We’d love to hear from you guys too! What have you done to stay connected with your friends?
Shoot us a text or audio message at [email protected]
Resources from this episode:

• Student Learning Hub
• Video Speed Controller extension
• Google Calendar

Credits: Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenProducer: Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/

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 online uni?What is a tip you would give to students new to online uni?
Send your responses by text or audio to [email protected]
Resources from this episode:

• Supporting Online Study page
• Essential information for students
• ActivateUTS
• Orientation at UTS

Credits:Written and Presented by Kelly Ding and Roxanne NguyenProduced by Jennifer WenMusic: Spark of Inspiration – https://www.silvermansound.com/