USQ Podcasts

USQ: The Study Buddies Show #3 - Professionalism

Have you ever wondered whether man buns are suitable for an office environment? In this episode of The Study Buddies Show, Corben and Tom discuss this, and many other burning questions you may have in relation to the topic of professionalism. The Study Buddies are joined by Careers & Employability expert, Carolyn Alchin, and you’ll also get to hear from USQ students to find out what they think about man buns in professional settings (and in general). You'll also hear live music from Scot McDade, as well as the usual fun and banter, so sit back, relax and tune in to The Study Buddies Show. 

Looking for more advice to help you stand out from the crowd in a professional manner? Visit USQ's Social Hub for all the career tips and advice you'll need.

USQ: The Study Buddies Show #2 - Sleep

In this episode of The Study Buddies Show, Corben and Tom discuss the pros and cons of putting off sleep in favour of study. Joining them in the studio is Troy Morgan, who is the CEO of Willows Health Group and who is part of the Happy Body At Work team. You'll also hear live music from Crystal Coleman as well as the usual fun and banter, so sit back, relax and tune in to The Study Buddies Show. 

Stressing over how much uni work you have to get done before the upcoming assessment period? Check out this advice to help you stay healthy in the lead-up to exams.

USQ: The Study Buddies Show #1 - Procrastination

In the debut episode of The Study Buddies Show, Tom and Corben chat with successful entrepreneur and motivational superstar Rowie McEvoy about how she beats procrastination on a daily basis, play live music from USQ musician Ayden Roberts and plenty more. Have a listen … you know, when you get around to it…

For tips to help you beat the cycle of procrastination, read this blog written by psychologist, Niamh.

USQ: Textbook Mumma Talks #6 - Reaching out: When to ask for help

You can’t pour from an empty cup. Knowing when to ask for help is fundamental to any studying parent’s success. From researching childcare to opening up to a family member, it’s important to feel supported and have a strong network to turn to throughout your study journey. It takes a village, and in this episode of Textbook Mumma, we go through the support options available to you as a USQ studying parent and how to utilise them, whether you study online or on-campus.

USQ: Textbook Mumma Talks #5 - Finding your new self: Identity confusion while studying

A uni student? A parent? A partner? Or a bit of everything? Studying parents can often experience an identity confusion as they navigate through their degrees and try to make sense of being a parent and a uni student at the same time. In this episode of Textbook Mumma, we explore the stereotypes, expectations and realities of being a studying parent at USQ. Tune in as we ask the big questions about finding more of yourself and whether you can really have the best of both worlds.

USQ: Textbook Mumma Talks #4 - Birth, books and beyond: Studying while pregnant

If growing a tiny human inside you isn’t enough of a workload, studying at university at the same time definitely takes the cake! From morning (make that all day) sickness to baby brain – the studying parent struggles are real and it’s no easy feat (did we mention the swollen feet?). In this episode of Textbook Mumma we reveal some of the untold truths of pregnancy while ‘on the books’ to celebrate our USQ pregnant studying mummas and raise awareness of the unique challenges they experience.

USQ: Textbook Mumma Talks #3 - Somewhere in between: Dealing with studying parent isolation

As a studying parent, it’s common to feel as though no one else ‘gets it’. Often, your family and friends can’t quite comprehend your study commitments and your uni peers just don’t get what it’s like to raise kids on top of a study workload. If you can relate, don’t worry, because in this episode of Textbook Mumma we break through the disconnection many USQ studying parents feel from their peers, and discuss how to stop comparing yourself to the crowd and reconnect with your family and friends.

USQ: Textbook Mumma Talks #2 - Guilt trip: How to handle the emotional battle of studying

Studying as a parent can feel like an emotional battle with you taking hits from all sides. There’s the guilt when you spend time with your kids rather than studying and then guilt when you study instead of spending time with your kids … it’s a double edged sword of guilt! In this episode of Textbook Mumma, we hear first-hand how other USQ students have prioritised their time, found ways to engage their children in the study journey and identified strategies to cope with parental guilt, which you can use to lower those guilt levels and breathe a sigh in relief.

USQ: Textbook Mumma Talks #1 - Organised chaos: is failing to prepare, preparing to fail?

Everything from conflicting schedules, bedtime routines and of course sudden sickness outbreaks are part of the package as a parent. Adding study into that mix can often feel like you need superhuman time management and organisation skills. In this episode of Textbook Mumma, we walk through the everyday techniques and routines used by USQ students to manage their time effectively while preparing for the unexpected circumstances that can pop up as a result of parenting and studying, with the importance of fitting in some personal time as well.

USQ: How Would You Know #10 - How would you know how to be out and proud?

Coming out and revealing something as personal as sexual orientation requires bravery and courage, but it’s only one step in the journey. Representing the LGBTQI community on the podcast, USQ staff members, Michelle Killen and Robyn Idewa Gede, discuss the challenges, rewards and stories of being out and proud and why organisations such as USQ provide.

USQ alumnus Simon has written a blog on this very topic that we recommend you read. You can also find out more about how USQ supports the LGBTQI community through the ALLY Network.