Alumni stories
Saying “Yes” to Endless Opportunities - Danielle’s Pathway to Environmental Science
From full-time carer to TEP, to Bachelor's Degree, to Higher Degree in Research - how Danielle found her passion with CDU.
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Why Australia's first blind Aboriginal lawyer chose Charles Darwin University
How Samantha Alexander became Australia's first blind Aboriginal lawyer and why she chose Charles Darwin University to get there.
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From CDU student to tech ecosystem leader: Dylan Bennett's impact in the Top End
Local entrepreneur builds a creative technology community in Northern Territory.
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How CDU graduate Daniel aims to change lives in Kenya
Africa is widely known for its constant cycle of severe social, economic and political upheavals. But now, thanks to the efforts of Charles Darwin University Master of Emergency and Disaster Management graduate Daniel Pate, the future for the continent might be starting to look a little brighter.
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Adam puts all his energy into sustainability in the NT
Adam has spent his life trying to understand how things work and how they can be improved. This analytical mindset would naturally lead him towards a career in engineering. Now he's making his mark on the energy industry in the NT, applying his learnings from the CDU Master of Engineering to real-world projects.
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How can we keep humans and crocodiles safe from each other?
Reports of saltwater crocodile attacks on humans have increased dramatically over the past decade, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia. One CDU Higher Degree by Research student is currently working on reducing the number of attacks without negatively impacting crocodile populations.
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"My calling": Priscilla became a social worker against the odds
Social work graduate Priscilla did not take the traditional path to university. Instead, she had to overcome tragedy at a young age and her own self-doubts to don the graduation cap and gown.
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Hannah found a passion for public health in the Kimberley
Hannah’s time volunteering in a remote community in the Kimberley would inspire her to change gears in her career. Studying public health online at Charles Darwin University became the link to her future.
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"Jobs don't have a gender": Meet electrician Sarah
A love of learning saw sparky Sarah become a trainer and an advocate for all students in the industry. She’s making sure there are no barriers to pursuing a rewarding, challenging career in the electrical trades.
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