Project Metallurgist Sandrine Symons on how to get the career you want and set yourself up for success
From struggling in chemistry and physics at school, Sandrine Symons made it her mission to pursue a career she was told wouldn’t be possible.
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Curtin Paramedicine graduate shares lessons on building resilience and bouncing back
At school, Curtin University graduate Derek Collings-Hughes didn’t know paramedicine existed – let alone that it would become his chosen profession!
Former UNIQLO Global Creative Director Ken Leung shares top tips for pursuing a career in film or fashion
Top Tips from Global Creative Director Ken Leung!
Raised in Perth, Ken went from knocking on doors to working for some of the world’s biggest fashion brands.
Professional development advice
Perth Festival Head on becoming a leader in the creative industry
Growing up in a working-class migrant family, Marina shares how she went from attending Australia’s longest-running arts festival to helping run one of Perth’s biggest calendar events.
Curtin graduates empowering young people to speak up
Curtin Health Promotion grads Nicolette Beard and Kate Raston turned a road trip into a mission. Inspired by their own experiences, they’re revolutionizing sexual health education in Australia.
Curtin graduate Joanna Dutosme on her biggest career lessons since graduation
Curtin alumna Joanna Dutosme’s journey post-graduation is inspiring. As the Head of Social Media at YOUNG IC and owner of Kwento Agency, Joanna shares her three biggest lessons she has learnt on the job.
Life advice
Curtin Social Work graduate Ellecha Thorp is helping others overcome disadvantage
Social Work can be extremely challenging, but for Curtin University graduate Ellecha Thorp, making a difference in someone’s darkest days is what lights her up.
Q&A with Curtin graduate Mary Argese: From rock bottom to business success
For the past 20 years, Mary Argese has navigated the challenges of building a business as a devoted single mother.
Letter to my younger self: Reflections on my medical school journey
Curtin Medical School graduate Christopher Chi has been working as a GP Registrar in Kununurra. […]
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