UTS Student Hacks Podcast

In this bonus episode, Debra Kelly the Buddhist Chaplain at UTS leads a five minute breathing exercise to connect our mind and body, and help us remain grounded during times of stress or anxiety.

Hindu Chaplain Dr Ashit-Mohan Maitra from the UTS Multi-faith Chaplaincy leads a guided meditation that focuses on the breath and calming the mind for deep relaxation.

Does your mind need soothing? Rachel and Kelly are joined by Joanna Thyer from the UTS Multi-Faith Chaplaincy to take part in a guided meditation and to discuss the importance of reducing stress and enhancing our well-being during times of uncertainty. So sit back, close your eyes and enjoy the next few moments of calm.

Lost your study mojo? Rachel and Kelly are here to re-motivate you to finish the semester on a high. With advice from U:PASS leaders, top tips from UTS Students, and resources that will help you beat procrastination, this episode has everything you need in order to stay on track with assignment deadlines and get prepared for upcoming exams.

Everybody makes mistakes, but how do you deal with feedback?

Love it or hate it, everybody has to do it! Kelly and Rachel give their top tips on how to deal with dreaded freeloaders and intense keeners, and get some advice from UTS Students on how they approach working in a group.

Food is a vital part of maintaining a healthy balance. This week K & R chat with Tyler Key (FTDi lecturer & personal trainer) and Adrienne from the Organic food co-op. We learn whether or not breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, how to prevent getting hangry, and where the best places around campus are for cheap, sustainable food. You'll also get some easy recipes y...

Learning Skills Counsellor David Taplin shares more of his top tips on note-taking and time management in this bonus episode.

Feeling overwhelmed by uni life? Rachel and Kelly share their top tips for managing time efficiently, getting organised and how to take notes like a pro. We also got some study tips from resident expert David Taplin from UTS Counselling. Resources from this episode: https://www.uts.edu.au/current-students/support/student-learning-hub/news/how-study Credits: Written and presented by Kelly Ding and...

New to uni? Worried about making friends? Kelly and Rachel share their top tips and chat to UTS Club representatives about how joining a club can give you the opportunity to meet new people. Resources ActivateUTS UTS Clubs and Societies mentioned in this episode: Anime@UTS UTS Business Society U:PASS Law Student Society United Nations Society Student Wellbeing Committee Credits Written and Present...

Results day is coming up. How are you preparing? Resources UTS Library Instagram Autumn 2020 Results - UTS Results Grading Schema for coursework subjects - UTS Results Reading your uni results: Advice from our experts - University of Sydney Campus reactivation plan Reactivating campus for Spring Session - UTS current students news, 22 June 2020 Phased plans to reactivate campus - UTS current stude...

Resources from this episode Headspace App – Mindfulness and Meditation UTS Resources Ep005 Self Care – UTS Student Hacks Podcast Services and Support – Health and Wellbeing for UTS Students Self-help resources – UTS Counselling Credits Writing: Rebecca Duong and Avi Attri Editing: Rebecca Duong and Avi Attri Producer: Liv Day Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com/

Here's how the UTS Student Hacks teams are preparing for their online exams. Resources from this Episode UTS Exam FAQS Online invigilated exams Online exam hotline: +61 2 9514 3222 Helpful UTS news articles Top Tips to ace your exams Staying home for your online exam Everything you need to know about your AI invigilated exam How to download and set up the ProctorU browser extension What’s an...

How to establish boundaries at uni, and respect other peoples boundaries. Resources from this episode How to Say Sorry and Mean It – Reach Out Setting Clear Boundaries – LinkedIn Learning UTS Resources UTS Exam FAQ page Respect. Now. Always Consent Matters Training UTS Counselling Resources TalkCampus App Self-help resources Coping with Covid-19 challenges Contact Us How we can help Credits Writin...

Break the procrastination cycle: uni work without sleepless nights. Resources from this episode Meditation Apps Calm App: iTunes | Google Play Store Headspace App: iTunes | Google Play Store Smiling Mind App: iTunes | Google Play Store Understanding why you procrastinate – Linked In Learning Your pathway to productive study using the Pomodoro Technique - Charles Sturt University Student Magazine P...

Everyone makes mistakes, but how do you deal with feedback? Resources from this episode Ask a Librarian – UTS Library Managing Perfectionism – UTS Counselling Receiving Feedback to Learn – LinkedIn Learning UTS HELPS Resources Assignment Support Academic Skills Boot Camp July 2020 Credits Writing: Rachel Khalef and Kelly Ding Editing: Rachel Khalef and Kelly Ding Producer: Liv Day Music: VHS Dream...

Struggling through your assessments ? Rebecca & Kelly share their self-care tips. Resources from this episode UTS Counselling resources: Talk Campus App Self-help resources Coping with Covid-19 Challenges How we can help Contact details UTS Buddy Program – UTS HELPS Harry Potter at Home Readings – Spotify Mindfulness – Beyond Blue The Pomodoro Technique – LinkedIn Learning video Online Tool Ki...

Prepare, practice and project confidence: presentation tips from Avi & Kelly. Resources from this episode Presentation Checklist - UTS HELPS Presentations - UTS HELPS on YouTube How to give awesome presentations - Simply Stated on YouTube Video interview practice tool - UTS Careers Video interview preparations tips - UTS Careers Blog Some LinkedIn Learning videos mentioned in this episode: Cre...

Resources from this episode Group work - UTS HELPS Principles of effective group work applied online - LX Team Tips for group work - UTS Counselling Guide to group work - UNSW Some LinkedIn Learning videos mentioned in this episode: Building your team Time Management for Working in Teams Credits Writing: Rebecca Duong & Avi Attri Editing: Rebecca Duong & Avi Attri Voices: Rebecca Duong &am...

Rachel & Kelly talk about setting SMART goals, and give tips on how to build your transferable skills. Resources from this episode Habitica - iTunes | Google Play Store How to log in to LinkedIn Learning using your Student Account - UTS Library Some LinkedIn Learning videos mentioned in this episode: Time Management Tips: Scheduling 15 Secrets Successful People Know About Time Management Overc...

Tips for staying connected with friends, staying focused, and making your space study-friendly. Resources from this episode Houseparty App - iTunes | Google Play Store Bunch App - iTunes | Google Play Store Habitica Creating the best study space for yourself Multitasking bad for the brain - YouTube TalkCampus App - UTS Counselling Credits Writing: Rebecca Duong & Rachel Khalef Editing: Rebecca...