MBS Student Blog
Our MBS Student Ambassadors share what it’s like to be a University of Melbourne student and the opportunities to get involved.
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How MBS students are creating value for their communities amid a global pandemic
It’s November, and we are officially over half a year into this pandemic. The initial days of mayhem and panic have subsided, so has the complete obsession with being productive during every hour of the day.
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2020: The year of growing Social Dilemma
Online platforms have allowed people to complete online courses and apply for jobs in any part of the world - the possibilities are endless. But in saying that, beware of getting sucked into the digital black hole. It’s often surprising how hours quickly pass us by as we scroll through different platforms.
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Expressions behind the mask
With masks becoming standard issue, showing people how we feel has become a whole new art.
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Increasing my employability in times of uncertainty
COVID-19 has impacted every part of life and society, from the way we live to the way we work. While teaching and learning activities will remain online for Semester 2, and travel restrictions mean fewer opportunities to attend professional networking or job fairs, I’ve been reflecting on the saying ‘to repair the house before it rains’ and choosing to focus on what I can do to become work-ready despite the challenges.
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Experiencing Gratitude in the time of Coronavirus
Life is like a river that keeps on flowing. Sometimes we stumble along the way, but I’d like to believe that we can always find a way out. Needless to say, COVID-19 is the stumbling block that we are all facing today, challenging us to stay home and keep a distance from friends and family for the common good.
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Staying Active, Indoors - keeping your fitness spirits high!
As we get used to this new norm of staying at home and self-isolating, it’s more important than ever to move your body and dance like no one’s watching!
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Studying from home and staying upbeat: notes from one student to another
As the semester and class delivery modes are changing rapidly, we must take care of ourselves more than ever and seek to find a makeshift norm during these unfamiliar times.
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Don't be shy just say hi
Semester 1 is here, and on behalf of all the student ambassadors, we’d like to extend a warm welcome to new and returning students from near and far!