Stories
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2021: Dan Polgolla
Dan Polgolla was at a crossroads in life … and just as he found his path, he was badly burned in a horrific kitchen fire. Last week, Dan graduated with a Bachelor of Communication and Media from the University of Canberra – he talks about emerging from his worst moments to find his best.
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Alumni Stories
An unexpected dream job
UC alumna Hayley Nicholls has arrived at a few stops during her career path, but with her communication skills in tow, she has now landed her dream job.
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Alumni Stories
GRADS 2021: David Njoroge Thuo
Growing up in Kenya, David Thuo has a deep understanding of how human encroachment affects wildlife – his latest research applies molecular tools to help in cheetah conservation. This week, he received his PhD from the University of Canberra.
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Dhunning - Indigenous Impact
GRADS 2021: Wayne Applebee
As a child, Wayne Applebee was told he would amount to nothing. This week, at the age of 72, he graduated from the University of Canberra with a Doctorate in Cultural Studies.
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Students in Focus
GRADS 2021: Michelle Sofo
After commencing her studies with the University of Canberra’s inaugural Master of Speech Pathology cohort in 2018, Michelle Sofo is now graduating, after studying part-time and facing many challenges along the way.