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Majoring in Disability Studies to give a voice to those in need

Griffith's Master of Human Services student Ben Pook found his calling for helping others be heard when he was growing up, even if he didn’t realise it at the time... Read More

Unique relationship makes midwife out of mother

When Yvette Clark connected with a student midwife during her pregnancy, it opened her eyes to an exciting career. She had such a positive experience, she is now a student… Read More

From Nursing to Rural Medicine: Emma’s calling

Emma van Hougenhouck-Tulleken is in her final year of Doctor of Medicine at Griffith University. She completed her two years of clinical placement in rural settings and calls this experience a privilege. Read More

A stepping stone to a career in cyberpsychology

Before studying at Griffith, Leigh-Chantelle built a career in marketing, consulting, and increasing awareness for veganism, with a variety of roles that took her around the world. In 2020, she will graduate with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), a degree that will help her discover her new-found passion for cyberpsychology, digital wellbeing, and digital communication. Read More

Balancing motherhood, Midwifery studies and continuity of care

It wasn't until she gave birth to her first child that Jody Kallis truly understood the role midwives play in supporting women through their pregnancy, birth and postnatally. Read More