Adjunct ProfessorRobin Eckermann AM, CanberraIn 1972, I chose Philosophy as one of mytwo majors in an Arts degree. The othermajor was Computing - at the time, it wasjust emerging as a discipline in its ownright. Information technology andtelecommunications subsequently becamethe backbone of my working life. However,it was philosophy that honed my ability tocomprehend and debate multiple sides ofsubjects that lay beyond the realm of simplescientific resolution.BA 1973Dr Richard ThomsonGraduating in 1964 in chemicalengineering I was launched intoa career with CSR Ltd that saw me work inmany countries and numerous industries,including sugar, petrochemicals, and oil andgas sectors. My employer also providedthe opportunity to gain an MSc atImperial College, London. Thereafter Iformed companies; one developing novelROVs and another providing special adviceto companies and expert witness testimoniesin the oil and gas industry. I had stintssupporting UN efforts in post-war Kuwaitand in post-Berlin-wall Poland. Realisingthat renewable energy was a majordeveloping area I moved away from fossilfuels, purchasing a solar hot water businessand developing expertise in solar thermalsystems, consulting in the field. Finally onretirement I returned to my roots at theUniversity of Adelaide and completedmy PhD in 2022 in the same School ofChemical Engineering from where itall started! Fantastic.Wathnak VyThe University of Adelaide has not onlyimparted knowledge but also a richhistorical legacy that has become an integralpart of my family, community and personaljourney.As the pioneer in my family to migrate toAustralia and subsequently become myfamily's first graduate from a university, Ihave harnessed skills and wisdom acquiredat the University to make a meaningfulimpact as a counsellor.My mission is to dismantle the prevalentstigma surrounding mental health withinour community. Through my efforts, Istrive to foster a more empathetic andunderstanding environment, one whereindividuals can seek the help they needwithout fear or judgment.D Vet Med 2015B Comp Sc (Hons) 2023Brenton WhittenburyCompleting my Bachelor ofEconomics (Accounting) not onlyimpacted my life, but that of my whole,wider family. It gave me the skills to turnaround the fortunes of our family businessthat had started in 1868. When I graduatedin 1982, I was the only one in my generationthat had the financial qualification needed topull the business up off the floor.I am pleased and proud to say thatGrundy’s Shoes is now thriving in its 155thyear and is not only employing a seventhgeneration of our family but is helpingsupport many other South Australianfamilies as well.B Ec 1982BE (Met & Chem) (Hons) 1964;PhD (Proc & Res E) 2022Dr Stephanie CrockerIt allowed me to follow my childhood dreamof becoming a veterinarian! I also was ableto travel to Africa and work with animalsI could have only dreamed about prior tostudying.The cultural nuances of campus life mademe a global citizen, enhancing mycommunication and collaboration skills.Thus, Adelaide didn’t just educate me; itchanged how I perceive challenges, drivingmy ambition in the ever-evolving tech world.Songzhe Li, ChinaThe University of Adelaide was aturning point for me, fosteringnot only my technical growth but alsopersonal development. The diverseacademic community there nurtured mycuriosity and adaptability, pushing mebeyond my comfort zones. This educationwas more than knowledge acquisition; it wasabout transforming into a lifelong learner.LUMENDolly DawsonBeing a university student provided me withcountless memorable moments includingacademic celebrations, the ability to interactand meet new people on a daily basis, builddeeper connections within the world and tobe inspired to do more in the world. I wastold I would never be able to attenduniversity or have the ability to complete adegree, not only have I proved people wrongand have done just that, but I was also thevery first person in my immediate andextended family to go to university.B Psych Sc 2023
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