Student stories
A quick step into nursing with an online degree: Meet Michelle
As a busy mum and trained dancer, Michelle never dreamed that a different career would be possible. But CDU changed all that. Waltzing through a flexible online nursing degree, she's now dancing to a different tune working as a nurse.
Read moreMadalena's working on healthy outcomes for all
Madalena spends her life improving the lives of others. Thanks to CDU's flexible learning, she was able to study a Master of Public Policy at CDU while working as Vice Minister for Health in the Timor-Leste government.
Emma's career has become a never-ending project
With more than 15 years of experience working in infrastructure and the built environment in planning, design development and construction Emma’s passion for project management knows no bounds. And it all started with a Business degree at CDU.
Educating engineers and making change: Sabaratnam's story
Sabaratnam’s passion for educating young engineers and helping others has made him an integral part of the community. His selfless nature has earned him respect and admiration at CDU and beyond.
The gift of giving: Meet Sami Azam
Sami is dedicated to ensuring his students have the best experience. His forward-thinking approach to learning is reflected in the success and wellness of his students who carry his positive influence long after they graduate.
All that glitters is gold: Loan's story
When Loan Nguyen started selling cosmetics online while studying English, she gained a whole new appreciation of the beauty industry and wanted to learn more. What started as a hobby quickly turned into a passion and CDU was the answer to help her career soar.
Janine Oldfield strives to teach for the better
Janine is a lecturer and educator passionate about transformative education that recognises Indigenous language education and positive educational access. And it all started with a Bachelor of Education at CDU.
IT graduate James is a passionate frontline defender
James Hay is an expert in the industry of cybersecurity. Fuelled by the desire to protect organisations and backed by his CDU studies in IT, he works on the frontline as a silent defender. Nothing gets past him.
Leading the way to wellbeing: Ira's Story
Community champion Ira is committed to making a positive contribution to society. With a particular affinity for LGBTIQA+ issues, he’s extremely passionate about mental health in youth. Thanks to his studies at CDU, he’s turned his passion into action.
Picture perfect: Meet illustrator Jonathon
Illustrator Jonathon Saunders has talent at his fingertips and a visual arts degree from CDU under his belt. Jonathon's animated TV series about an Indigenous superhero from Darwin has been turning heads and winning awards.