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Alumni Stories

Grads 2023: Latu Violet

Your timeline is different from others, and that’s okay. That’s the message from University of Canberra Bachelor of Politics and International Relations graduate, Latu Violet, who wants other young people to know.

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Alumni Stories

Grads 2023: Brenda Conroy

Brenda Conroy has graduated with a Master of Public Health, with the decision to pursue postgraduate studies in public health at UC stemming from a sustained interest in health policy throughout her career in media, politics and corporate communications.

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Alumni Stories

UnCover video: Edward Antoney, UC's first-ever grad

Edward "Ted" Antoney was the very first graduate to get his testamur from the Canberra College of Advanced Education – today, the University of Canberra.

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Alumni Stories

Grads 2023: Dr Geoff Grey CSM

Dr Geoff Grey CSM is a musician, conductor, Lieutenant Colonel in the Australian Army and PhD graduate – his research investigated the benefits of creative engagement for current and former service personnel, through a collaborative program by the University of Canberra and ADF.

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Alumni Stories

“I always saw myself as a student athlete” – UC degree strengthens Andrew’s success off the field

Andrew Heffernan had his sights set on moving from the country to Canberra from a young age, not only to pursue rugby league but to also study at UC, setting him up for a successful career off the field.

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Students in Focus

“The universe is telling me: it’s now or never”

When the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the hospitality industry, Beth Penman realised she had an opportunity to make a change and pursue her true passion – early childhood education.

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Students in Focus

Sights set on the United Nations

An internship experience has solidified Taehee Kim’s career goals. The Bachelor of Politics and International Relations student wants to raise awareness about North Korean human rights on the world stage.

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Community Connections

A pathway to finding passion and purpose

Nicole McMahon has been considering a career in politics, throwing her hat in the ring to be part of the University of Canberra’s inaugural Pathways to Politics Program for Women.

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Sport, Health & Wellbeing

Female umpires encountering a culture of abuse, misogyny

University of Canberra student and BroadAgenda intern Annalise Hardiman writes about the realities of the misogyny many woman umpires face.

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Students in Focus

From classroom to career: James Hiscutt's journey to become a filmmaker

After winning the UC Creative Competition in 2019, Bachelor of Film Production student James Hiscutt is making waves in Canberra's film industry.

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Sport, Health & Wellbeing

Nathan Lynch always has his eyes on the prize

Everything Nathan Lynch does is goal-oriented. He is an extremely self-driven and motivated individual, and it’s not often the 22-year-old doesn’t achieve what he sets out to do.

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Ideas, Progress & the Future

UnCover Video: First Kiss – A Robotic Pas de deux

Exploring concepts of intimacy, trust and relationships, the installation from choreographer Melanie Lane and University of Canberra researchers Associate Professor Damith Herath and Assistant Professor Denise Thwaites – and it’s on now at the Uncharted Territory festival.

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Dhunning - Indigenous Impact

Leading the way: seeing value in education

When Jayde Frail was appointed Manager of UC's Ngunnawal Centre at the beginning of the year, she had no idea the impact she would make in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

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Dhunning - Indigenous Impact

The foundation of sport: Jack McDougall

Before starting at the University of Canberra, Jack McDougall had no idea that his studies would also be combined with his love of sport.

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Sport, Health & Wellbeing

Writing her own story: Mia Chawner

A recipient of the 2023 Eldon and Anne Foote Elite Athlete Scholarship, Mia Chawner is a snowboarder who is also juggling a Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) at the University of Canberra.

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