Is being vulnerable to the forces of nature entirely due to our social, economic and political decisions? This is a question Dr Jonatan Lassa, a senior lecturer in Humanitarian, Emergency and Disaster Management at CDU, explores in his research and teaching. Read on to see what he's discovered about saving lives, having examined 40 years of critical disasters.
Dreaming of a career as an artist? Kirstie Scullen, a visual arts graduate of CDU, made it her reality. She shares here motivations, influences, and how she grew creatively through her studies, life experience and perception of the world.
Mark dropped out of high school in year 10. Fast forward a few years: he holds a law degree, is involved in countless legal education and community initiatives, has been NT Young Achiever of the Year and nominated as Indigenous valedictorian of his graduating class at CDU.
In the wake of a major earthquake on the island of Lombok in Indonesia, Dr Jonatan Lassa, a senior lecturer in Humanitarian, Emergency and Disaster Management at CDU, asks the question: is it time for Indonesia to embrace radical change? See why he's calling on authorities to prepare for tourists, look beyond technological solutions, and act now with building standards reform. This article has been adapted from an article originally published on The Conversation.
Victorian native Matthew Cartwright was on a road trip from Darwin to Katherine in July last year, when he saw a sign on the road for Charles Darwin University. At the time, Matt was in his final year of a Bachelor of Psychology down in Melbourne, and was planning his next move.
If you're a woman chasing a career in the trades, be inspired by Stacey and Olivia. Here's how they're combining job placements, trades training and a strong work ethic to power ahead.
COVID-19 restrictions have brought a lot of changes to how life, study and work look. And there’s still a lot of uncertainty about what’s to come. If you’re finishing high school in the Northern Territory, here’s why going to uni in Darwin is a good choice.
Nicholas has always wanted to get involved in projects and at CDU he’s done exactly that. Studying his engineering degree has kept him pretty busy and, combined with a hands-on cadetship, he’s on track to build a successful career in engineering.
After graduating with an Associate Degree of Legal studies from CDU, Karina started her own enterprise in Darwin. Its organic growth and success are testament to her hard work and dedication to others.
Born and raised in Hanoi, Vietnam, Ellie spent her childhood helping her parents manage their retail store. Ellie chose to study an MBA as she wanted to learn key business skills and surround herself with like-minded individuals.