A proud Jikilaruwu man from Bathurst Island, who’s the first in his family to graduate from university is among 119 First Nations students graduating from university this week.
When Bamboo Wang arrived from China, she was excited to study Information Technology (IT) as she knew it would open doors to a world of work opportunities.
As part of CDU's NAIDOC Week program, we celebrate the achievements of the many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who have made a substantial contribution to, and impact on, this University. From its very foundations, Indigenous women have contributed to making this University what it is today – they have inspired, driven change and shown pathways for staff and students, and we proudly acknowledge them all. Read the inspiring stories of eight amazing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who walked ahead, but always together, through the history and future of CDU.
As the saying goes, 'if you need something done, ask a busy mum'. And it's certainly true of CDU students that are mums studying an online degree with kids at home. Here, four students - who are also mums - share their top tips and insights on making time for study.
A move to the Northern Territory sparked a decades-long love affair with basketry and weaving for Dr Aly de Groot. Her career in the arts industry has always centred around advocating for Indigenous fibre and textile artists and educating the wider community about art and environmental issues.
With seven out of ten of our students being women, we are proud
to connect them to the power of education. Our 100% online,
flexible study options empower women to study when and
where it suits them, while remaining connected to their lives
and communities.
Sustainability stories related to the environment and livelihoods
The First Nations Teacher Training team aim to grow and strengthen the First Nations education workforce across the Northern Territory.
In Timor-Leste – a small country located 600 km to the northeast of Darwin – fish and other aquatic foods are fundamental to the livelihoods of many families.
Charles Darwin University's Tertiary Enabling Program (TEP) provides a pathway to uni for students without traditional entry qualifications. We look at how a number of students tapped into the TEP to get the future they always wanted.