Indigenous Education and Research Centre Student Success Stories
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Our Students are Making a Difference
Our students are at the heart of our University and we inspire them to make a difference in their fields as well as their communities.
At the Indigenous Education and Research Centre we empower students to be independent, critical and analytical thinkers, and assist them to plan, set and achieve their goals.
To see our students succeed is the most satisfying experience for all of us at the IERC.
We acknowledge the efforts students are putting into their studies and careers, and celebrate their achievements.
Hear our current students and graduates stories
Use the drop down links below to learn about our incredible student journeys and their inspirational advice to others.
Chantelle Blackwell
Bachelor of Advanced Science
“As a child of the land, I feel is essential to learn of God’s creation in order to protect, conserve and share the beauty of life underwater.”
Read more of Chantelle's story here.
Merinda Walters
Bachelor of Environmental Practice
We live in a world where pollution, climate change and human impact have painted the future in uncertainty. We are the generation that will change it and this degree will help you to be part of that change."
Read more of Merinda's story here.
Joanne Kaczmarek
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
"My journey to medicine probably doesn't fit the common narrative. Studying medicine isn't the fulfilment of a lifelong goal of mine. In fact, it wasn't even on my radar until a few years ago."
Read more of Joanne's story here.
Anastasia Jensen
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
"I like to share my story because it gets down to basics with a lot of young people. Many who I have spoken to come from a very similar background to me."
Read more of Anastasia's story here.
Max McLachlan
Bachelor of Business, Majoring in Economics and Management
“I spent my internship in Tahiti, French Polynesia. In my three weeks in Tahiti, my role was to observe, learn, develop and implement strategies and ideas to improve trade between Australia and Tahiti."
Read more of Max's story here.
Anthony Nicholls
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (JCU Graduate)
"Be open to new opportunities and work hard in the classroom, as these efforts will open doors for you."
Read more of Anthony's story here.
Dr Nickalus Saveka
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (JCU Graduate)
“We have to change our way of not aiming for anything higher, because we think we’re not smart enough. I was never smart at school either, but it’s just that thinking.”
Read more of Dr Nickalus' story here.
Jade Gould
Bachelor of Science (JCU Graduate)
"Investing these few years in yourself learning and developing, and the connections made at uni is extremely valuable."
Read more of Jade's story here.