Life advice

In 2020 when COVID hit, Curtin Master of Marketing graduate Joss Taylor, made the courageous decision to quit his day job to capture some of Australia’s most breath-taking landscapes.

Hailing from a hockey-loving family, Curtin University Physiotherapy graduate Jake Harvie has always been drawn to the Olympics. Before he took on the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, we sat down with Jake to learn more about his journey to the top of Australian hockey.

Curtin University MBA graduate Laurence Goodacre is a record-breaking adventurer. He recently became the fastest person to swim in all five oceans, a feat that involved 65 hours of flight, 20 hours of driving, and a week-long journey culminating in an Arctic Ocean swim with dolphins.

Kass Boladeras, a proud Ballardong Noongar Yorga and Curtin University graduate, is passionate about empowering LGBTIQA+ youth, especially Indigenous and incarcerated individuals. She’s a driving force behind the Youth Pride Network (YPN) and is working to bridge the digital divide for First Nations Australians at Winyama. As we celebrate Pride Month, Kass shares her insights on Indigenous representation and offers allyship advice.

Holly Hazel, a Curtin University Journalism & Public Relations graduate, is passionate about sharing stories and advocating for WA’s volunteers. As Volunteering WA’s Marketing & Communications Manager, she manages the WA Volunteer of the Year Awards and various state-wide marketing campaigns.

Diagnosed with type-1 diabetes, Curtin Medical School graduate Jake O’Brien has faced adversity. Now, he’s ready to give back, inspired by the medical professionals who’ve helped him.

Jacinta Reynolds, a Curtin University graduate, defied expectations. Diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome at 14, she was told she’d never attend university. Yet, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Astrophysics.

Curtin University graduate Jessica Clark shares her journey with anxiety. After years of undiagnosed struggles, she now advocates for mental health awareness and offers valuable tips to help others manage their anxiety.

Curtin graduate Marcus Wong, a renowned photographer and filmmaker, shares his inspiring journey of volunteering in Uganda. While studying Screen Arts and Creative Advertising, Marcus used his talents to raise funds for Rafiki Africa Ministries, showcasing the power of empathy and creative expression.

Curtin graduate Simonne Brown (Acctg & Finance 2022) overcame social anxiety by dedicating over 1,000 hours to volunteering with Curtin Volunteers!. In celebration of National Volunteer Week, Simonne shares how volunteering boosted her confidence and set her up for success in her career as a PwC Consultant.

Curtin graduate Nicole Pates has weathered life’s storms, from starting her own business to navigating motherhood during a global pandemic. She shares her experiences and insights on overcoming challenges and embracing change.

Curtin graduate and 20Talk co-founder Leighton Bradfield challenges the negative perception of social media and its impact on youth mental health. In honor of World Mental Health Day, Leighton shares his vision for using online platforms to promote positive mental health and break the stigma surrounding mental illness.

Curtin graduate Iris Smit, the founder of The Quick Flick, shares her journey of balancing success with mental health. Despite her business’s rapid growth, Iris faced personal challenges that highlighted the importance of prioritising well-being.