{"id":20869,"date":"2026-07-13T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/?post_type=oasis-news&p=20869"},"modified":"2026-07-03T14:09:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T06:09:47","slug":"five-things-to-do-before-o-week","status":"publish","type":"oasis-news","link":"https:\/\/www.curtin.edu.au\/news\/oasis-news\/five-things-to-do-before-o-week\/","title":{"rendered":"Five things to do before O-Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Starting at uni in Semester 2 can feel like a lot, but don\u2019t stress – we\u2019ve got you. Whether you\u2019re brand new to Curtin or just finding your feet, here are five things you can do now to start the semester feeling prepared, confident and ready to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Level up your organisation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Level up your organisation<\/strong>
A new semester is the perfect time to get your study systems sorted. Platforms like Notion<\/a> can help you keep your notes, assessments, research and weekly schedule all in one place. You can also try tools like Evernote<\/a>, Taskade<\/a>, Microsoft OneNote<\/a>, Google Calendar<\/a> or Goodnotes.<\/a> Have a play around and find what works best for the way you study. Finally make sure to access your personalised Orientation Timetable<\/a> before O-Week commences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Make the most of Orientation<\/strong>
The O-Week entertainment schedule<\/a> is packed with activities designed to help you settle in, meet people and get familiar with uni life. Whether it\u2019s yoga, making a friendship bracelet or an info session, it\u2019s worth signing up for as much as you can. It\u2019s also a great chance to explore student clubs and communities. Head to the Guild website<\/a> to see what clubs are on campus, what they offer and how to get involved – and don\u2019t forget to stop by on O-Day<\/a> to sign up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Get to know the campus<\/strong>
One of the best ways to feel more confident before classes start is by getting familiar with campus. Take a guided or self-guided tour, find out where your classes are, and scope out the best places to study, grab lunch or take a break between lectures. A little exploring now can make your first few weeks feel much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Connect with a mentor<\/strong>
Starting uni is a lot easier when you can learn from someone who\u2019s already been there. Connecting with a mentor during O-Week is a great way to get insider tips, ask questions and learn more about life at Curtin from a current student. Find out more about how you can connect with a mentor here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Set up your student discounts<\/strong>
Make the most of your student perks from day one. If you\u2019re catching public transport, make sure your SmartRider card is set up with Transperth so you can access concession fares. And the savings don\u2019t stop there – download UNiDays<\/a> to unlock discounts on hundreds of brands, both in-store and online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting uni can be a big adjustment, but you don\u2019t have to figure it all out at once. Take it one step at a time, get involved, and make the most of everything available to you at Curtin.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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