First Nations student support

The First Nations Student Support Team is a crucial point of contact and support for Australian First Nations students studying at CDU.

Our experienced and dedicated student support staff is committed to improving our First Nations students' experience and connectedness and achieving their educational aspirations.

We offer advice and assistance in many forms including:

• Course information
• Applications to study
• Pathways into university
• Study plans and unit selection
• Scholarships
• Advanced Standing RPL
• Referrals to specialised services i.e.: Counselling and Access and Inclusion
• Academic Language Learning support
• Advocacy
• Link students with a tutor
• One-on-one Teams consultation via appointment

Key people

Associate Director of Students and Engagement: Melissa Cole | email | Staff profile
Manager, First Nations Student Services: Lydia Agius | email | Staff profile
First Nations Student Support Officer: Trudy Avlonitis | email | Staff profile
First Nations Student Support Officer: Tucker | email | Staff profile
First Nations Student Support Officer: Teagan Ganley | email | Staff profile
First Nations Student Support Officer: Vacant
First Nations Student Support Officer - Alice Springs Office: Lorraine St Clair | email | Staff profile 
First Nations Student Support Officer - Alice Springs Office: Sharon Donnellan | email | Staff profile
Administration Officer: Troy Huddleston | email | Staff profile

Culturally safe study space

We maintain two dedicated, culturally safe student centres where First Nations students come together to meet, study, and connect.  Each centre includes computers, printers, lockers, and self-contained kitchens, with after-hours access available.