Environmental Sciences
A warrior for wilderness and wildlife: Meet AJ
Read more about A warrior for wilderness and wildlife: Meet AJAJ is pretty passionate about the Northern Territory. He hopes to play a part in keeping the natural wonders in his backyard as pristine as possible by studying Conservation and Ecosystem Management at CDU.
Little critters, big impact
Read more about Little critters, big impactMining is one of Australia’s largest industries. The environmental impact it has can be very high on local ecosystems and rehabilitation efforts are costly. CDU PhD candidate Allyson Malpartida is trying to change that.
From Paris to planting Australian natives: Chloe’s story
Read more about From Paris to planting Australian natives: Chloe’s storyNature lover Chloe lives in Humpty Doo and juggles her job at a plant nursery, her daughter, and her studies at CDU. She may be from Paris, but this horticulture student has set up roots in the Top End.
Rob's work gives a voice to the environment
Read more about Rob's work gives a voice to the environmentRob Law is a staunch advocate for environmental preservation and lobbies for policy change on its behalf. His CDU studies provided the perfect springboard for driving change.
A walk on the wild side: Jigme's story
Read more about A walk on the wild side: Jigme's storyA passion for conservation led Jigme Tshering to pursue studies in environmental management. He aims to make change in his home country of Bhutan, one project at a time.
Environment protector to educated advocate: Meet Cassian
Read more about Environment protector to educated advocate: Meet CassianCassian is applying his experience in engaging with the local First Nations communities to find new approaches to solving complex environmental problems back home in Tanzania.
I studied enviro science to make a difference: Meet Brittany
Read more about I studied enviro science to make a difference: Meet BrittanyWhen Brittany started a science degree after year 12, she wasn’t convinced it was for her. But a two-year travel stint changed that. She returned home with a new-found awareness of environmental issues and came back to CDU to finish the science degree she’d started.
Parenting and an environmental science degree: Meet Joelene
Read more about Parenting and an environmental science degree: Meet JoeleneInspired by a hike on the Larapinta Trail, Joelene set out to pursue a career in environmental sciences. At 27 weeks pregnant, Joelene completed a three hour exam and now credits her daughter for keeping her on track.
John's digging his way to a new career
Read more about John's digging his way to a new careerJohn Hogarth is no stranger to digging in the dirt. For 14 years he worked fly-in-fly-out worker in the civil and mining sector. But when long hours and a grueling FIFO roster took their toll, he knew it was time for a change.