Stories
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Dhunning - Indigenous Impact
Reclaiming and reviving Indigenous knowledges to reduce disaster risk
In the remote Indigenous Yolŋu community of Galiwin’ku on Elcho Island, Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers are working on a long-term two-way exploration and validation of how Indigenous worldviews, knowledges and cultural practices reduce the risk of natural and social disasters.
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Alumni Stories
When writing goes to plan
Esteemed author and University of Canberra alumna Gabrielle Tozer has enjoyed a successful writing career since graduating 16 years ago, and will this week release her seventh book – a young adult novel titled Can’t Say It Went To Plan.
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2021: Haowei Wang and Yan Wang
Haowei Wang and Yan Wang fell in love twice over – with each other, and with Canberra. Newly-engaged (over Zoom!) and just-graduated from the University of Canberra, they are looking ahead to a brand-new chapter – and have created a platform to share their love of the region and connect other international students.
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2021: Dan Polgolla
Dan Polgolla was at a crossroads in life … and just as he found his path, he was badly burned in a horrific kitchen fire. Last week, Dan graduated with a Bachelor of Communication and Media from the University of Canberra – he talks about emerging from his worst moments to find his best.
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Alumni Stories
An unexpected dream job
UC alumna Hayley Nicholls has arrived at a few stops during her career path, but with her communication skills in tow, she has now landed her dream job.