Our success starts with our alumni whose achievements are a direct reflection on our standing as one of the best education and research institutions in the world. Many have gone on to prominence. They have made – and continue to make – their marks and achieve excellence in a variety of fields such as business, medicine, arts, and the government.
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Brian Stacey and the Indigenous land rights movement »
In 1980, Brian Stacey was a third-year Bachelor of Anthropology student at ANU.
It was in one of his Anthropology classes where he first met Marcia Langton, a descendant of the Yiman and Bidjaraheritage.
At that time, there was no platform...
Friendship got me through Medical School »
I did my postgraduate studies at ANU Medical School and, like me, a lot of my classmates had moved interstate or internationally to study at ANU. I think everyone has a degree of vulnerability in that kind of situation, so we try and find some...
From Canberra to Qatar »
20 years ago, Jonathan Muir was considering a career change - transitioning from his work in the resource and energy sectors to studying international affairs.
He took the leap, and today, his ANU degree has brought him halfway across the world...
An opportunity for representation »
Originally from Sydney, Caoimhe chose to study Commerce and International Relations at ANU, recognising that the learning opportunities from being at the heart of government and diplomacy in Australia are unparalleled.
Throughout her time at...
Making the leap from ballet to venture capital »
Raised in Sydney and Beijing, Annie Zhou moved to Canberra to study a Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at the Australian National University (ANU).
She made the most of the international...
Empowering women to be the best versions of themselves »
Dr Shamaruh Mirza is a senior scientist working for the Therapeutic Goods Administration. In addition to her professional role, Shamaruh is founder of the not-for-profit organisation SiTara's Story, and a committee member of the ANU Women's Alumni...
Taking a different pathway to the law »
Brigitte Morten was in a graduate interview for a risk management job with a big bank when she first realised that she didn't know what a "risk manager" actually did, and whatever it was, she wasn't ready to find out.
"Often at law school, there...
It was the O-Week of '69 »
Jennifer and I first got together while studying at The Australian National University (ANU).
We were in the same year at Telopea Park High School in Canberra in the 1960s, but Jennifer was only there for one year. We were certainly aware of...
Meet Parul Sharma (MEnvMgtDev '11) »
Parul Sharma is an International Accessibility Consultant, Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar, PhD candidate and a proud alumnus of ANU College of Asia and the Pacific.
As an Accessibility Consultant working in various cities across the globe, Parul...
Kieran Pender (BA '16, LLB '18, GDipLegPrac '19) »
Young Alumnus of the Year
Congratulations to Kieran Pender (BA '16, LLB '18, GradDipLegPrac '19), our Young Alumnus of the Year for 2022.
When Kieran was a student, he conducted the largest global survey on bullying and sexual...
Prime Ragandang (PhD - Current Student) »
Student Volunteer of the Year (Postgraduate)
Congratulations to Prime Ragandang (PhD in International, Political and Strategic Studies - Current student), our Student Volunteer of the Year (Postgraduate) for 2022.
Prime's...
Clare McBride-Kelly (LLB (Hons), BAsSt - Current Student) »
Student Volunteer of the Year (Undergraduate)
Congratulations to Clare McBride-Kelly (LLB (Hons), BAsSt - Current Student), our Student Volunteer of the Year (Undergraduate) for 2022.
Clare McBride-Kelly and her friends founded The...
Mikaela Jade (MAppCybernetics '21) »
Indigenous Alumna of the Year
Congratulations to Mikaela Jade (MAppCybernetics '21), our Indigenous Alumna of the Year for 2022.
Mikaela is a Cabrogal Woman and the founder and CEO of Indigital, Australia's first Indigenous Edu-tech...
Dr Mari Pangestu (BEc '79, MEc '81, HonLittD '13) »
International Alumna of the Year
Congratulations to Dr Mari Pangestu (BEc '79, MEc '81, HonLittD '13), our International Alumna of the Year for 2022.
Mari grew up in the ANU, when her father was one of the architects of the...
Heidi Yates (BA '05, LLB '05, GDipLegPrac '06) »
Alumna of the Year
Congratulations to Heidi Yates (BA '05, LLB '05, GradDipLegPrac '06), our Alumna of the Year for 2022.
As the Victims of Crime Commissioner, Heidi has improved support and access to services for victims of crime,...
From amnesia to acclaimed artist and educator »
Resilience and independence are the cornerstones of Professional Photographer and Photography Teacher Tiffany Roweth's journey. Working at three different schools teaching arts, graphic design and in learning support, she landed her current role at...
A family photographer making a difference anyway she can »
Codie Murray is the Owner and Director of Codie Murray Photography, where she photographs newborn babies and families. Shortlisted for the 2020 Telstra Business Woman of the Year, Codie has earned international acclaim for her work.
Codie chose ANU...
A Winning Woman in Wine »
For Emma Shaw, studying a Master of Business was the launchpad for a career change.
Emma was enjoying her work as an EL2 at the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) when she began looking for a new challenge that could give her new...
Lauren Hassall (BEng, BSc ‘13) »
Lauren Hassall is a Program Manager for Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR), and Electronic Warfare (EW) technologies in the Joint Domain at KBR.
What does that mean in layperson's terms? "Basically we manage the delivery of...
Laura Dawson (BA ’14) »
Laura Dawson is one of those women who leaves a trail of glitter everywhere she goes. I was lucky enough to study drama with Laura at ANU and I remember being in awe of her ability to perform. From Wicked to Fame, Grease to Legally Blonde, it seems...
