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<\/div>Support access to education<\/h3><\/div>We need all kinds of minds and voices to build a better tomorrow. By supporting access to education, we can break down the barriers hindering our leaders of tomorrow. Together, we can foster a more inclusive educational environment that empowers all students to not just survive but thrive. <\/p><\/div>
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<\/div>Support the student experience <\/h3><\/div>Experiential learning opportunities not only deepens a students\u2019 understanding of their field but also fosters their personal and professional growth. Supporting the student experience at Curtin empowers students who may face financial barriers to pursue development opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. <\/p><\/div>
Curtin Student Professional Development Grant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/mimas-block>\n\n\n\nWhy your support matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n \n \n ![\"Mark](\"\")
Mark Copley<\/h3><\/div>Curtin student and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>“Scholarships really empower those who have the ability but perhaps not the means to achieve greatness \u2013 breaking down financial barriers, especially during a cost-of-living crisis, might be the make or break it means for you attending university.”<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Toto Olita <\/h3><\/div>Curtin alumna and donor<\/strong><\/p>“As I\u2019ve progressed through my journey, I\u2019ve come to realise the importance of empowering individuals to achieve their full potential, and this can only happen if we support them throughout their journey. Sometimes people feel they do not have any support, so having this opportunity ensures they feel supported.”<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Rebecca Nodolin <\/h3><\/div>Curtin student and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>“Now that I\u2019ve been given this chance, I\u2019m committed to making the most of it. In the future I want to give back to the community that\u2019s supporting me today. I want to build a future where young people, especially those from my country, aren\u2019t afraid to dream of going to university.”<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Sharnell Avery <\/h3><\/div>Curtin student and Curtin Student Professional Development Grant recipient<\/strong><\/p>“As a mature-age student, partner, and mum navigating the intensity of first-year medicine, support like this grant is incredibly meaningful.” Read more<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div> Julia Walker <\/h3><\/div>Curtin alumna and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>“I\u2019m a recently graduated Occupational Therapist currently working in a regional setting. I grew up in Albany, where I was deeply involved in my local community through volunteering and advocating for young people.” Read more<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div> Israel Bundjuri <\/h3><\/div>Curtin student and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>“Scholarships are more than just money\u2014it\u2019s belief. It\u2019s the reminder that we belong in all places, even when you\u2019re the only blackfulla in the room. For the mob, it means there\u2019s someone behind you with your story, supporting you and helping you carry it forward. It\u2019s a message to us that says, \u2018keep going\u2014you belong here, we need you.” <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n
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We need all kinds of minds and voices to build a better tomorrow. By supporting access to education, we can break down the barriers hindering our leaders of tomorrow. Together, we can foster a more inclusive educational environment that empowers all students to not just survive but thrive. <\/p><\/div>
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Support the student experience <\/h3><\/div>
Experiential learning opportunities not only deepens a students\u2019 understanding of their field but also fosters their personal and professional growth. Supporting the student experience at Curtin empowers students who may face financial barriers to pursue development opportunities that could otherwise be out of reach. <\/p><\/div>
Why your support matters<\/h2>\n\n\n
\n\n \n \nMark Copley<\/h3><\/div>
Curtin student and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>
“Scholarships really empower those who have the ability but perhaps not the means to achieve greatness \u2013 breaking down financial barriers, especially during a cost-of-living crisis, might be the make or break it means for you attending university.”<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Toto Olita <\/h3><\/div>
Curtin alumna and donor<\/strong><\/p>
“As I\u2019ve progressed through my journey, I\u2019ve come to realise the importance of empowering individuals to achieve their full potential, and this can only happen if we support them throughout their journey. Sometimes people feel they do not have any support, so having this opportunity ensures they feel supported.”<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Rebecca Nodolin <\/h3><\/div>
Curtin student and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>
“Now that I\u2019ve been given this chance, I\u2019m committed to making the most of it. In the future I want to give back to the community that\u2019s supporting me today. I want to build a future where young people, especially those from my country, aren\u2019t afraid to dream of going to university.”<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Sharnell Avery <\/h3><\/div>
Curtin student and Curtin Student Professional Development Grant recipient<\/strong><\/p>
“As a mature-age student, partner, and mum navigating the intensity of first-year medicine, support like this grant is incredibly meaningful.” Read more<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Julia Walker <\/h3><\/div>
Curtin alumna and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>
“I\u2019m a recently graduated Occupational Therapist currently working in a regional setting. I grew up in Albany, where I was deeply involved in my local community through volunteering and advocating for young people.” Read more<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Israel Bundjuri <\/h3><\/div>
Curtin student and Curtin Cares Scholarship recipient<\/strong><\/p>
“Scholarships are more than just money\u2014it\u2019s belief. It\u2019s the reminder that we belong in all places, even when you\u2019re the only blackfulla in the room. For the mob, it means there\u2019s someone behind you with your story, supporting you and helping you carry it forward. It\u2019s a message to us that says, \u2018keep going\u2014you belong here, we need you.” <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n
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