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Former refugee a step closer to dream of being a doctor
When Soumi Gopalakrishnan was five years old, she had open heart surgery in Sri Lanka and met the doctor who changed her life.
Career story
Meet Change Leader, Ms Alisha Chand
From working at an NGO to a career as a Change Leader, the MCHAM has positioned Ms Alisha Chand for success.
Student profile
The science of genetics is written into Amber’s story
Where most people might learn about the science of genetics from a textbook, for Amber, it’s never been separable from her lived experience of it.
Career story
What the world needs now: how a master’s degree can make a difference
Equip yourself with the skills and qualifications you need, either to join the frontline battle against this pandemic, or to prevent the next.
Student profile
Meet Lucy Kirk: student by day, COVID-19 researcher by night
Medical student Lucy has been writing rapid evidence reviews to inform policy and practise responses to COVID-19.
Student profile
Bachelor of Health Science student Bryher McKeown is standing up for youth climate justice
COVID-19 has forced us to change overnight. So why aren't responding to the climate crisis in the same way?
Student profile
“We demand change”: Indigenous leader Izayah Davis on his path to becoming a doctor
Health science student Izayah Davis was recently interviewed by Vice-Chancellor Brian Schmidt. Here is an edited version of Izayah’s replies.
Student profile
“Look for opportunity”: advice on doing your PhD during a pandemic
“Just continue to do something, anything, as long as you are moving forward, no matter how slow that movement is.”
Student blog
What matters for LGBTQ+ healthcare in Australia
As we prepare for the 42nd Mardi Gras, Sarah Passmore wants to know if LGBTQ+ communities can access healthcare that fits their needs.
Student profile
Pet project delivers more than animal health
Tamara Riley is combining her skills as a vet and studies in applied epidemiology to evaluate an animal health and management program in remote NT.
