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As part of our 50 years of innovation celebrations we invited past and current staff, alumni, current students and the wider Curtin community to share their stories of being associated with WAIT and Curtin.

I would just like to take the opportunity to show my appreciation and gratitude

#appreciation

#gratitude

I am a transsexual-woman and I was so fortunate to be able to come out and transition in a supportive,… Read More

Junqiao LEE

Offering a special thanks

I would like to offer special thanks to faculty members and staffs for your continuing and excellent support of me. Read More

Pristtopher Kamkankaew

These are key features valued by the vibrant spiritual organisations I guide

#inclusion

#innovation

#The Buddhist Society of Western Australia

My relationship with Curtin University began with giving regular talks for the Religion and Human Rights course and the Curtin… Read More

Ajahn Brahm

I have maintained my friendships and love of Muresk

#Agriculture

#Muresk

My three years as a student of Muresk Agricultural College in the 1980s, afforded me experiential learning and lifelong friendships. Read More

Debra Royle

I could not have imagined the growth trajectories upon which we both embarked

#Emeritus Professor

#geography

#growth

I applied for a WAIT Geography Lectureship in 1970 and was interviewed in Western Australia House by a state public… Read More

Roy Jones

The fantastic lecturers and friends I made inspired me to excel

#accounting

I commenced my studies at WAIT/Curtin in the School of Accounting in 1975. I’m an Alumni with three degrees from WAIT/Curtin,… Read More

Caterina Crucitti

The journey has not ended

I had only one career choice in the 1960s – something in the medical field, with hands on treatment, the shortest study period, and… Read More

Gnanaletchumy Jegasothy

While we are a Curtin community, we are also a Curtin family

#experience

#inspiration

#memories

My name is Andre Lee and I am the Associate Director of Housing, Recreation, and Childcare. I am grateful for… Read More

Andre Lee

Studying at Curtin was a pivotal changing point in my life

#AdoptASchool

#self-respect

#sponsorship

I graduated from Curtin with a Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood) in 1988. As a mature-aged student, I completed my… Read More

Sherryn Reid

My studies at Curtin led me to focus on justice

#lawyer

#parliament

#united nations

I grew up in the south-west of Western Australia on my parent’s apple farm in Donnybrook. I attended public schools… Read More

Melissa Parke

Studying with my own people at Curtin made my academic journey enjoyable

#CAS

#opportunities

#research

This is my CAS journey. I commenced studying at Curtin in 1994 until 2005. During this time I first completed… Read More

Shirley Bennell

An important part of my successful and enjoyable career

#extended family

#rewarding experience

After a number of years in the chemical industry both in Australia and the UK and following a recent two… Read More

Ian Williams

I became the first female leader of The Nationals in the Legislative Council

I set myself an almost impossible task when I decided I needed an MBA to help me break through the… Read More

Wendy Duncan

I help generate significant economic resources for my country

In 1995, The Ministry of Mines and Energy of Colombia granted me a scholarship to study a postgraduate course in… Read More

Carlos Espitia

Curtin has been an amazing springboard for many things in my life

I originally came to Curtin University as a STUDENT and ultimately left as a STAFF MEMBER. I was selected as… Read More

Troy Hendrickson

I was one of only two women to become Professors

In 1979, I joined WAIT as the Head of Occupational Therapy. Having never been an academic before, it was definitely… Read More

Jo Barker

Recognising the impact that my education had led me to mentor young people

As the founding director of Verity Consulting, I work as an advisor to governments and businesses on international expansion and… Read More

Sandy Chong

Curtin gave me the confidence to make tomorrow better

Curtin means a lot to me. I spent 4 years studying at this great place, made friends and enjoyed the… Read More

Aidh Assiri

I’ve always been passionate about helping others and using my time for the greater good

I started my Curtin journey as an undergraduate Speech Pathology student. Since then I’ve expanded my involvement with Curtin, attaining… Read More

Elle Papalia

My time at Bentley informs my approach and attitude every day

#multi-layered

#transformative

My connection to Curtin University is multi-layered. My great grandfather (WD Johnson) was a prominent trade unionist and Labor Party… Read More

Simon Johnson

It’s all about making the impossible, possible

#inspire

#John Curtin Medallist

As a John Curtin medalist, I greatly appreciate being part of the Curtin University story, particularly in view of… Read More

John Fawcett AM

I loved the way the student volunteers made me and other students feel

My connection with Curtin began in February 2001 when I arrived in Perth to complete a BA in Graphic Design. Read More

Pierre Samarasinghe

This was probably when I grew the most

#AIESEC

#experience

There is something about coming full circle! I left Curtin University (Bentley campus and City campus in Perth) exactly ten… Read More

Paul Krajewski

I am proud of my 10 year journey

#commerce

#inspiring

#journey

My 10-year journey. I came to Australia as an international student to study Master of Commerce (Accounting) at Curtin in 2007. Read More

Aimee Zan

I was inspired

#inspiring

#School of Art and Design

I was a student and subsequent staff member of WAIT / Curtin in the Art and Design discipline (MA). I… Read More

George Taylor-Tomic

I am very grateful for Curtin’s contribution to my journey so far

#inspiring

#journey

#pharmacist

My Curtin story began In 2006, when I moved from Mandurah to Perth to study pharmacy. I was fortunate to… Read More

Cameron Wright

I still use my Curtin degree nearly every day!

#1997

#Film and Television

#reconnect

Graduated from English/ Film and TV in 1997 and had a fabulous lecturer Anne Brewster (Cultural Studies) that I would… Read More

Lizzie McKenzie

Curtin gave me the strong foundations to start my business in the UK

#1999

#Curtin Business School

#foundations

In 1999, I completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree at the Curtin Business School (CBS). I went back to tutor… Read More

Michelle Hua

I have found my place in society and intensely love my work

#growth

#passion

#physiotherapy

Thank goodness for Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, who in 1975, offered free university education. Without this, I would never have… Read More

Helen Potter

We are a family of WAIT and Curtin graduates

#family

#happy place

#WAIT

I have done a full circle from a Curtin student in 80’s to a Curtin staff member this year. I… Read More

Shannon Johnston

Curtin has transformed my life, both professionally, academically and socially

#transformed my life

#WAIT

I am Professor Dr Wilson Chuan Hui Tay. I have just completed my terms as the Dean… Read More

Wilson Chuan-Hui Tay

I appreciated the university’s deep and strong values very much

#commerce

#sarawak

#strong values

I joined Curtin Sarawak as an undergraduate commerce student. I appreciated the University’s deep and strong values very much. I… Read More

Di Cai

An enormously satisfying, 44 year journey as a WAIT and Curtin staff member

#1973

#CloudServices

#CurtinITservices

#electrical engineering

#WAIT

#wheretonext?

A TAFE Computing qualification wasn’t helping me gain IT-related employment in 1973, so instead I began work as an assistant… Read More

Ian Hill

Every time, it made me proud to call Curtin my alma mater

#proud

#WAIT

My first memory of WAIT was as a small child of about 8 years old, accompanying my Mum there, who… Read More

Collette Swindells

Curtin has been an excellent place to study

#health

#lucky

#passionate

I first started out at Curtin as a Health Promotion student in 2011. I studied on campus for my first… Read More

Ashleigh Parnell

Oh what a different world it was then

#WAIT

Oh what a different world it was then: IT was in its infancy, we were all assured of a job… Read More

Gregg Boalch

I have already experienced so many amazing and unique opportunities

#experience

#online

#opportunities

I’m still relatively early on in my journey at Curtin, but have already experienced so many amazing and unique opportunities… Read More

Daniel Smith

It brings me comfort to know that I’m a difference-maker

#award-winning

#confidence

#difference-maker

I am currently a Senior Analyst at World Health Organization (WHO). In parallel to my career as a humanitarian, I… Read More

Shamma Esoof

Studying with Curtin provided me with the confidence and skills

#confidence

#skills

I completed the Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art and Visual Culture) with Curtin University through Open Universities. This led to… Read More

Vicki Small

One of the things that I love the most is Curtin’s global footprint

#experience

#global

#ISP

I am the Founder and President of Interactive Science Programs (ISP). ISP is the largest science and math outreach company… Read More

Darryl Baynes

Many students are still my good friends

#education

#memories

#WAIT

My first degree was an Associateship in Art Teaching at WAIT. I then later returned to complete a Bachelor of… Read More

Jill Thompson-White

Some of the relationships I built at uni have been my most valued throughout life

#finance

#memories

#valued

I recently graduated Curtin University in 2016 and have since started working for the Australian Government Department of Environment and… Read More

Anton Lovelle

I am really pleased my collaboration continues with my colleagues at Curtin

#health

#opportunities

#proud

I have been working in public health, advocacy and research for over 20 years and Curtin has been a major… Read More

Graham Brown

I’m the ‘second-generation George’, as I like to call it

#1985

#kebab store

The kebab store was already here. I’m the ‘second-generation George’, as I like to call it. The ‘first-generation George’ was… Read More

George Marinakos

The experience has broadened my horizon

#best decision

#experience

#international reputation

I completed my undergraduate degree with a double major in Management and Marketing from Curtin Business School, one of the… Read More

Kenny Hii

Curtin University has helped me to fulfill my dream

#dream

#happiness

#Mauritius

Curtin University has helped me to fulfill my dream… Indeed, it has been my long cherished wish that provides utmost… Read More

Saraswaty Ramnauth

It has been a privileged and wonderful working life

#opportunities

#WAIT

#wonderful working life

I was excited when, at the beginning of 1966, I was appointed to a lecturer’s position in the Mathematics Department… Read More

John Malone

Without my Curtin experiences I may never have gotten the opportunity

#opportunity

#passion

I studied communications at Curtin University with International Relations, Politics and History minors. At the time, I was… Read More

Daniel Evans

WAIT was the perfect tertiary institution for a mind like mine

#inspiration

#WAIT

Light Bulb Moments All humans are amazing, each born with their own unique talents and an innate ability to dream… Read More

Thomas Shannon

My uni years will always be my fondest ones

#communications

#memorable

#thankful

Five years ago, I went for a scholarship interview at Charles Telfair Institute (Curtin’s academic partner in Mauritius) with a… Read More

Millie Cheong

I have plenty of opportunities to work with highly motivated students

#academic excellence

#proud

The pride of any university should be their graduates and at Curtin, I have plenty of opportunities to work with… Read More

Haja Maricar

My memories of people and personalities are plentiful

#1983

#WAIT

What a journey From my first day as a student in Semester 1, 1983 to my present day position as… Read More

Stephen Monterosso

Do it all over again – you bet !!!

#1969

#Engineer

#WAIT

My connection with WAIT started in 1969 at the Dept of Civil Engineering. I met my first wife, Vicki,… Read More

Bruce Hawley CPEng (Ret)

To me, Curtin is about the people

#grateful

#IT

#WAIT

After completing a Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies at W.A.I.T., I began working at Curtin as a Librarian… Read More

Ieva Bergman

I continue to make a global impact but in a different way

#1990

#Biomedical Sciences

I started studying at Curtin in 1990 at the School of Biomedical Sciences. During the 3rd year of my Medical… Read More

Gordon Cunningham

Thank you Curtin!

#16yearslater

#wedding

I looked down from our helicopter as we hovered in front of the John Curtin Centre, waving at our friends… Read More

Martin Hill

I now get to build relationships with staff and alumni

#Film and Television

#fundraising

#Office of Advancement

My Curtin journey started back in early 2008, as I entered Curtin as an undergraduate. Three years as a full-time… Read More

Simone Yule

I have truly appreciated the time I have spent at Curtin

#1982

#Library

#WAIT

I first came to work at WA Institute of Technology in 1982 as a casual clerk typist with a division… Read More

Sandra Wilson

Curtin was, is, and always will be, a huge part of my life

#career

#commerce

#marketing

I graduated from Curtin with a Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing and Public Relations, in July 2016. Over the course of… Read More

Chloe Dack

I was very impressed to see how beautiful and activated the campus already was

#activated

#campus

#impressed

I had never stepped onto the Curtin University campus until I started working here last year. I knew my job… Read More

Tara Deans

I can combine my background as a nurse, interculturalist and educator in one role

#Bachelor of Science

#educator

#nursing

I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in the 90’s. I never thought that I would end up… Read More

Susan Schaerli Lim

Curtin Volunteers! has been the best part of my ‘Curtin journey’

#Volunteers

Honestly, Curtin Volunteers! has been the best part of my ‘Curtin journey’ because I’ve got to meet so many people. Read More

Milan Mathew

Two years later I got a global, permanent position as a Project Engineer

#2013

#Intercultural Exchange

#Mechatronic Engineering Excellence program

I graduated from high school and I was awarded the Curtin Engineering Excellence Scholarship beginning 2010. I was unsure whether… Read More

Christopher Ong

It’s amazing how intertwined events in life can be

#amazing

#dental

#WAIT

Over 40 years ago as a primary school student I had some major dental work at WAIT by students overseen… Read More

Jan McDonald

Since graduating I now have had a rewarding career in local government

#1979

#alumna

#local government

As a double alumna I have spent the last 37 years focusing my efforts on libraries, local government and the… Read More

Anne Banks-McAllister

I am now the only social-sexologist in Turkey

#consultant

#School of Public Health

#Sexology

After graduating from UBC with a BA in Sociology and Critical Studies in Sexuality, I completed the Master of Sexology… Read More

Rayka Kumru

I feel like I am really part of something special

#special

#Student Exchange

#Study Abroad

I came to Australia from the USA in 2010 to work in Australia, I was with a different WA university. Read More

Russ Braby

Every day is different and I have met many brilliant, committed and passionate professionals

#committed

#I love my job

#PHAIWA

My story is not really ‘the norm’. In late 2008, I was invited by Professor Mike Daube to accept a… Read More

Melissa Stoneham

Curtin is forever in my heart

#Film and Television

#Theatre Arts

#WAIT

As a single mother with two children, I went to WAIT to enrol in Physiotherapy because it seemed… Read More

Libby Stone

Curtin instilled in me a love for marketing and journalism

#journalism

#marketing

Curtin instilled in me a love for marketing and journalism. It set me on this rewarding and fun career path… Read More

Ryan Sheppard

Now as an employee of Curtin, I love working in an organisation which adds value to the community

#1982

#Bachelor of Arts

#WAIT

I completed my Bachelor of Arts degree at WAIT in 1982, the first person in my family to gain a… Read More

Ann Paterson

I have learned so much during my time at Curtin and am so grateful for the support I have received

#alumni

#grateful

#lucky

I first came to Curtin in 2005 as an Undergraduate because I wanted to be a Librarian. I was very… Read More

Annette Thompson

I’m proud to be a Curtin alumnus

#alumni

#proud

When I left Curtin after graduation, I felt that the most important thing was not just what we learnt. In… Read More

Lakmal Embuldeniya

This period at WAIT was one of excitement and extraordinary achievement

#achievement

#career development

#WAIT

I joined WAIT over 46 years ago and was privileged to participate in and experience the rapid organisational growth of… Read More

Leo Foster

My degree helped me launch a global career

#1980s

#IT

#support

My degree helped me launch a global career as a technology transformation specialist in Banking and Telecommunications, most recently returning… Read More

Danielle Dinse

It was truly an experience for me

#2008

#memories

#PhD

I did my PhD at Curtin from 2004 and completed in 2008. It was truly an experience for me because… Read More

Siew Yim Loh

I feel honored to have been part of Curtin Ignition 2016

#2016

#Ignition

I feel honored to have been part of Curtin Ignition 2016. The people running the program, the mentors and fellow… Read More

Jahna Trethowan

Curtin has given me a great experience and I hope to come back soon

#experience

#unforgettable

#Volunteers

Curtin helped me to be more confident, more sociable and open minded. I have met such amazing friends there, friends… Read More

Carolina Martinez Mendoza

Curtin University gave me the opportunity to spread my wings and develop my skills in a field I love

I completed my BA Social Work in 2001 working full time and raising a family. I have worked for the… Read More

Valerie Coleman

I am very proud to be able to make a positive contribution to future generations thanks to Curtin University

#opportunities

#proud

#SMEC

I have always had a passion for improving the learning and teaching of science. Many people have the belief that… Read More

Linda Pfeiffer

The staff support that I had at Curtin was outstanding

#outstanding

#SMEC

My Curtin Doctoral degree from SMEC enabled me to pursue a final phase career in the Tertiary sector. I had… Read More

Geoff Rogers

I am so lucky that here in Mauritius I got the chance to be part of the Curtin family!

#Digital Marketing

#lucky

#Mauritius

I am so lucky that here in Mauritius I got the chance to be part of the Curtin family! I… Read More

Nundishwaree Hurdoyal

Thank you Curtin University for a fantastic start to my life as a Registered Nurse

#greatest moments

#Kenya

#nursing

I joined Curtin University as an international student from Kenya and graduated with a BSc(Nursing) in 2006. The skills and… Read More

Lucy Kiiru

I only hope to give the students I meet in my current role the opportunities I was given at Curtin!

#art

#opportunities

I studied Art at Curtin. Many people might think this is a wishywashy degree. I no longer practice art, however… Read More

Alexandra Scott-Glenn

I took Curtin’s skills back to my teaching job in Mongolia

#inspiration

#International Business

I studied at Curtin Business School, Curtin University of Technology from 1999-2002. My study was a Master Degree in International… Read More

Hana Byambadash

My external Masters proved a very rewarding experience

#experience

#Occupational Health and Safety

#rewarding

I completed a Masters in Occupational Health and Safety Management externally under the guidance of Dr. Janis Jansz – it… Read More

Kent Baker

I am so lucky and thankful that my relationship with Curtin is still very close

#lucky

#thankful

#valuable

Time flies, I graduated with a BCom in 2005, but pictures of the campus, student life, friends and the Perth… Read More

Joerex Tsang

The most memorable event was that in our final year of economics lectures

#architecture

#economics

#memorable

The most memorable event was that in our final year of economics lectures were to be conducted… Read More

Patrick J Kirwan

My Master in Mineral Economics has been a strong support to my career development

#growth

#opportunities

#science

I graduated with a Master in Science (Mineral Economics) in 2008. This program has been a strong support to my… Read More

Roberto Rodrigo Freraut Contreras

It always feels like home when we go back to Curtin Sarawak campus

#chemical engineering

#opportunity

#sarawak

I was a chemical engineering graduate from Curtin Sarawak in 2014. Curtin Sarawak provides diversity and openness for students and… Read More

Alan Hok

Curtin’s degrees have a high level of practical approach into the workplace

#accounting

#graduate

#practical approach

I was student at Curtin University and graduated in 2007 with a Master of Accounting. My Curtin degree was fundamental… Read More

Alexandra Lauro de Paiva

I am really glad to be part of the Curtin community as both an alumna and staff member

#community

#health

#lifelong

I came to Curtin University in 2006 as an eager student who had just graduated from high school. I started… Read More

Melinda Edmunds

I am privileged to work with great people who are engaged in the contemporary public health discourse

#health

#postgraduate

#proud

My first visit at Curtin was at age 17 when my flatmate started her degree here and I was studying on… Read More

Gemma Crawford

When I first came to WAIT as a 16 year old girl in 1970, I was ready for adventure

#1970

#adventure

#WAIT

When I first came to WAIT as a 16 year old girl in 1970, I was ready for adventure, and… Read More

Jenny Goodison

Curtin is my second home

#grateful

#Library

#research

Curtin is my second home. My research experience is linked to Curtin with my MPhil completed during 2007 to 2008. Read More

Aminath Riyaz

This is what I love about Curtin

#1991

#community

I have seen a lot of change at Curtin since starting here as a tutor in 1991. Technology is the… Read More

Natalie Gasson

The inspiration, energy and uplifting atmosphere makes me proud to be a staff member

#2015

#proud

The inspiration from other staff members, the energy of the students, and the uplifting atmosphere of the Curtin community makes… Read More

Brooke Garland

We wanted to provide the best library service to academics and students, and I think we did it well!

#1997

#Library

I began work as a Reference Librarian at Curtin Library and Information Service at the start of 1997. I was… Read More

Sue Grey-Smith

My WAIT degree was a defining point in my life

#1975

#Bachelor of Business

#WAIT

When I see this old newsletter clipping, it reminds me of that Bruce Springsteen song, “Glory Days”. Because my three… Read More

Charlie Bertilone

Being part of the Library team at Curtin is both an ongoing joy and inspiration

#Library

#WAIT

After leaving school at 15 I realised when my children were at school what I had missed out on and… Read More

Lynne Vautier

My early experience of Curtin is via my mum, who was for many years a staff member

#committed

#Generations

My early experience of Curtin is via my mum, who was for many years a staff member. As a young… Read More

Nyanda Smith

I am still excited about what my future at Curtin might hold

#2001

#grateful

#Occupational Health and Safety

I started my Curtin journey in 2001 as an undergraduate student studying Forensic Science and have been at Curtin ever… Read More

Amy Bowater

I made a damn good choice

#experience

#fantastic

#global

The choice of Curtin was based on my thorough research around rankings, taking cues from alumni about the environment and… Read More

Peeush Tomar

Curtin’s commitment to making a difference to the community is one that I am truly proud of!

#commitment

#proud

I value learning and for that same reason I value Curtin. At Curtin Sarawak , I get the opportunity to… Read More

Haslina Abdul Malek

It’s a milestone career achievement as a Curtin University graduate

#2005

#Master of Science

#Medical Imaging

After graduating in 2005 from Curtin University with a Master of Science in Medical Imaging, I returned home to Papua… Read More

George Otto

It just sort of happened that I followed my dreams and my career and education path followed me

#AHEAD

#community outreach

I guess I’ve always had a passion for ethics and social justice, since I’ve been either a victim of it,… Read More

Silvia Lozeva

It was a major achievement to go overseas by myself and do something to improve the lives of people

#achievement

#Volunteers

I’ve been to Cambodia to do volunteer work as part of Reach Out Volunteers. To me, it was a major… Read More

Rachel Loughridge

6am radio journalism classes certainly didn’t seem like a good idea at the time, but now I’m glad

#journalism

Dragging myself into 6am radio journalism classes certainly didn’t seem like a good idea at the time, especially as I… Read More

Kate Roff

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