The Faculty of Business at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst is staging an event on Thursday 3 April to recruit students to the 2014 Enactus program. Spokesperson for the project, marketing lecturer Dr Felicity Small from the CSU School of Management and Marketing, said, "Enactus is a voluntary student program which works with industry and the local community to 'make a difference'. This is a worldwide organisation and holds competitions both nationally and internationally to find the best student team. Last year we started a program called 'Fulfilling Individual's Talent' with Year-10 students at Denison College in Bathurst who were at risk of becoming disengaged with school. We helped them write resumes, set goals, and brought in motivational guest speakers. This year we invite all interested students at the University in Bathurst to an information session where we will do team-building activities for students who volunteer to take part in the Enactus program." The focus for 2014 Enactus activities in Bathurst will be determined by the volunteers.

A team from Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst has won the local Love Food Hate Waste Sustainable Shopping Challenge staged by Bathurst Regional Council and Woolworths. The CSU 'Team CO2' were Ms Rachel Cavallaro, Ms Cathy Glasson and Ms Bernadette Curtis all from the School of Management and Marketing, and Ms Judy Doulman from CSU Training. Ms Cavallaro said, "In NSW about $2.5 billion worth of edible food is thrown away annually, which costs each household about $1 000 per year. The Bathurst Love Food Hate Waste Sustainable Shopping Challenge was lots of fun but definitely testing. The sustainability focus of the challenge is well-matched to the University's aim, and it's in everyone's interest to shop and consume more sustainably." The challenge scenario required the team to do a $150 shop for a family of two within 20 minutes. Points were then allocated for the selected purchases for a range of sustainability criteria. The CSU team won by one point, and received $400 worth of Woolworths shopping vouchers. Participants were guided by sustainable shopping tip suggestions including 'buy local, buy recycled, and bring your own bag'.

The Charles Sturt University (CSU) 2014 SGE Credit Union Wellness and Wellbeing Conference and Expo in Bathurst on Thursday 27 and Friday 28 March is an initiative to enhance staff happiness, health and productivity. CSU Division of Human Resources spokesperson and Expo organiser Ms Melissa Lombe said, "Charles Sturt University (CSU) recognises and values the importance of staff and student wellness and wellbeing. The University's holistic approach to the treatment of workplace health and safety aims for the Wellness and Wellbeing Expos to make staff and students more aware of and engaged with the services available in our communities. The Expo will provide participants with information, as well as the opportunity to participate in workshop activities such as yoga, and Pilates. This will enable individuals to make better decisions about health behaviours leading to better general health and wellness. We also hope this will empower students to fulfil their academic potential and enjoy their student experience, and ensure our graduates are resilient well-rounded individuals." The CSU 2014 SGE Credit Union Wellness and Wellbeing Conference and Expo at CSU in Bathurst (building 1470) is from 9.30am to 4.30pm Thursday 27 and Friday 28 March. More information can be found here, or email healthyu@csu.edu.au

High school students interested to become nurses and paramedics will explore relevant courses at a MyDay event at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst on Tuesday 18 March. Ms Fran Dwyer, CSU prospective student adviser, said, "MyDay events give senior high school students practical information and the chance to experience a discipline they might be interested to later study and pursue a career in. We expect about 50 students from 13 high schools in the central west and regional NSW to attend this courses information day for the CSU School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health, and the CSU School of Biomedical Sciences in Bathurst. Students will be involved in hands-on activities conducted in state-of-the-art facilities at the University." The schools participating include: Blayney High School, Condobolin High School, Cowra High, Mackellar Girls Campus, Mater Dei Catholic College (Wagga Wagga), Mudgee High School, Orange High School,  James Sheahan Catholic High School (Orange), Springwood High School, St John's College (Dubbo), Tullamore Central School, Winmalee High School, and St Francis Xavier's College (Hamilton, Newcastle).

The Division of Facilities Management (DFM) at Charles Sturt University (CSU) has completed four revitilisation projects on the campus in Bathurst in preparation for the start of the 2014 academic year. Mr Peter Scott, DFM campus service manager in Bathurst, said, "The projects help to build a better campus environment for staff, students and visitors. Major renovations totalling about $5 million were carried out on The Towers and John Oxley Village student residences where more than 500 rooms were refurbished. New and returning students were greeted by colourful exteriors which add vibrancy, and extensive interior improvements, including new carpets throughout, new room wardrobes and bathrooms. A new roundabout and road works improved the main entrance into the University and highlight the new multi-million dollar Community Engagement and Wellness Centre and health precinct. Signage across campus has been updated, and exterior building numbers are now displayed as numeral-only signs. The re-numbering brings Bathurst campus in line with the wider University's building numbers, to create a unified approach." Other projects in 2014 include branding changes to food and beverage outlets, enhancements to outdoor learning and social spaces, and major renovations to the student media centre.

A new mental health textbook for nursing and health professionals will be officially launched at Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst on Friday 28 February. Mental Health – A person-centred approach, is co-authored by Ms Denise McGarry, lecturer in mental health at the CSU School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health in Bathurst, and Nicholas Procter, Helen Hamer, Rhonda Wilson, and Terry Froggatt. Ms McGarry said, "The book examines the determinants of mental health, and the impact of mental illness on Aboriginal Australians, Maori, migrants and refugees, and the homeless. It also explores how mental illness relates to substance abuse, sexuality and gender, nutrition and behaviour, as well as the affect on children, young people, older people, and those living in rural and regional areas." Mental Health – A person-centred approach is published by Cambridge University Press, and will be launched at 5pm Friday 28 February at the Foundation Room 1, the Centre for Professional Development (building 1285) at CSU in Bathurst. The guest speaker at the launch will be Professor Louise O'Brien, the Professor of Nursing (Mental Health) at the University of Newcastle, and Adjunct Professor at CSU, UNSW, and UWS.

Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst will host a MyDay on Friday 28 February for high school students interested in studying exercise and sport sciences courses. CSU prospective student adviser Ms Fran Dwyer said, "We expect about 55 students from 14 high schools to attend this courses information day for the CSU School of Human Movement Studies in Bathurst. This is a wonderful opportunity for senior high school students get practical information and experience a discipline they might be interested to study and pursue a career in. Students will be involved in hands-on activities conducted in state of the art facilities at the University, while learning about career opportunities." The participating schools include: Bathurst High School, Cowra High, Hennessy Catholic College (Young), Leeton High School, Lithgow High School, Mudgee High School, Narromine High School, Oberon High School, Orange High School, Parkes High School, Picton High School, St John's College (Dubbo), St Stanislaus College (Bathurst), and Henry Lawson High School (Grenfell).

Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst will welcome approximately 820 new students when the 2014 Orientation Week activities begin on Monday 24 February. Head of Campus at CSU in Bathurst, Mr Col Sharp, said, "This is such an exciting time for the new students, and their families – the students are looking forward to a new stage in their lives, and their families invariably share in the excitement.  We aim to settle those living on-campus into their accommodation over the weekend, and give their parents and supporters the chance to see the campus and the accommodation – they even have a meal to sample the catering. Orientation Week is specifically designed to help students transition to the different expectations of higher education study and the freedoms of university life.  Head of the School of Teacher Education, Professor Tara Brabazon, will use the academic address to stress to them the importance of making the most of the opportunities that lie ahead," Mr Sharp said. This year's social activities during O Week will raise money for Cystic Fibrosis (NSW and ACT). Classes for Session 1 of the new academic year start on Monday 3 March.

Charles Sturt University (CSU) in Bathurst will host a 'Skill Fix' event for 170 Year-12 students from Denison College on Thursday 13 February. The University's Future Moves program has organised a full-day program of workshops to improve the students' skills in writing, research, note-taking, exam preparation, and time management. Mr Ben Morris, CSU Future Moves program coordinator, said, "Teachers from Denison College in Bathurst and specialists from the University and Future Moves will deliver the sessions. University student leaders also support this event which will provide young people with a great learning experience in the university setting. The high school students will experience what it's like to be a university student for a day."