Law
Sekari studies law for a more equal future
Read more about Sekari studies law for a more equal futureRaised in the regional Northern Territory town of Katherine, proud Jagalingou and Bandjin woman Sekari Butler discovered a passion for law and advocacy by chance.
Sizol's studying law to give a voice to the Territory's youth
Read more about Sizol's studying law to give a voice to the Territory's youthAs the NT Young Australian of the Year and a law student at CDU, you might be surprised to know that Sizol actually flunked Year 12. She hasn’t let that stop her pursuing her dream of becoming a changemaker.
An inspirational community member: Meet Karina
Read more about An inspirational community member: Meet KarinaKarina used the knowledge she gained during her legal studies degree to create Starwin, a female-led community enterprise in Darwin. Its growth and success are testament to her hard work and dedication to others.
Ade's fast-track law degree: A Territory special
Read more about Ade's fast-track law degree: A Territory specialAde Core realised that a legal career was in her future during a Year 11 work placement. She's now studying law at CDU, which puts her right in the heart of Darwin's legal industry.
Progress during a pandemic: How Nikki's law degree helped
Read more about Progress during a pandemic: How Nikki's law degree helpedHer work on business councils has seen Nikki help other business and government navigate the implications of COVID-19. And it's given her plenty of opportunity to put her Diploma of Laws to the test.
From backpacker to law degree: Adele's story
Read more about From backpacker to law degree: Adele's storyWhen Adele left her home in Italy to travel around Australia for six months, she had no idea that the opportunities on offer would see her still here six years later about to graduate with a law degree from CDU.
Power(ful) play: Why Harita is studying Indigenous languages
Read more about Power(ful) play: Why Harita is studying Indigenous languagesCriminal defence lawyer Harita Sridhar is passionate about helping and engaging with Indigenous communities. She started her career with a law degree and is now going a step further with a postgraduate certificate in Indigenous Knowledges at CDU.
The 72-year-old math lecturer that became a lawyer
Read more about The 72-year-old math lecturer that became a lawyerAfter starting her career as a maths teacher, Rosemary Jacob did a complete career 180 in her seventies and took on the challenge of being a lawyer. Motivated to solve the problem of providing affordable legal advice, she set - and achieved - her goal to study law.
'There is help wherever you turn': Kenisha on studying after kids
Read more about 'There is help wherever you turn': Kenisha on studying after kidsIndigenous woman Kenisha never imagined she'd become a lawyer. But, after having two kids, overcoming family challenges and living all over Australia, she's studying law at CDU. And now she's emerging as a leader in her community.