Stories
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Alumni Stories
Finding community far from home: Noel Jacob’s journey from international student to mentor
When Noel moved from the UAE to Canberra to study at the University of Canberra, he expected a new academic experience. What he didn’t expect was how deeply the city, the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú community and the challenges of living abroad, would shape his sense of identity.
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Dhunning - Indigenous Impact
‘You don't need to be the loudest person in the room to be a leader’
When she decided not to get an ATAR, Tali Adams assumed that university life wasn’t in her future – today, she’s not only pursuing a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at UC, she’s also a Snow Scholar aiming to uplift her fellow Indigenous voices and create positive community impact.
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Alumni Stories
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú alumnus PJ Roberts reflects on his journey from ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú degree to global career
Decades in Singapore haven’t dimmed PJ Roberts’ connection to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú—and the foundation it gave him.
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Sport, Health & Wellbeing
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s student midwives deliver big benefits for mums – and the future workforce
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú's Midwifery Student Program is giving expectant mothers the gold standard continuity of care many can’t otherwise access. For students, it’s essential hands-on training the ACT desperately needs.
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2026: Maryam Sousani
When Dr Maryam Sousani received her PhD this March, she felt joy at celebrating the milestone and and sorrow that her parents in Iran couldn't share the moment. Nonetheless, she’s grateful for the love and support that surrounded her on the day – and throughout her PhD journey.