IMPACT

STORIES TO INFORM, CHALLENGE AND INSPIRE.

IMPACT

STORIES TO INFORM, CHALLENGE AND INSPIRE.

Impact brings you compelling stories, inspiring research, and big ideas from ACU. It's about the impact we’re having on our communities, and our Mission in action. It’s a practical resource for career, life and study.

At ACU it’s education, but not as you know it. We stand up for people in need, and causes that matter.

If you have a story idea or just want to say hello, do contact us.

Life as a social worker

Narelle Patterson used her Master of Social Work at ACU to dedicate her career to working with kids whose parents are in jail. Narelle says the work can be heart wrenching, but she knows her support can make all the difference.

Future student

Beyond academics - the other side of uni life

We spoke to Joel Walker, Manager of Student Enrichment at ACU, about what you can do outside the lecture theatre.

Community

A caring heart

Since Babra Mutanda arrived in Australia as a refugee, she's completed two university degrees and started an organisation dedicated to helping others better their own lives.

Career

Using privilege for purpose

George Mourani’s career as a lawyer is marked not by what he has achieved, but what he has achieved for others.

Global

A conversation with a world-class sociologist

One of the world’s most celebrated sociologists talks faith, politics, society, the human body, and the life well-lived.

Lifestyle

Rediscovering meditation's roots

While meditation goes through ‘fad’ phases – it is an ancient practice, with significant religious roots.

Study

How to exam proof your memory

Ever had that feeling that your brain is full? We talk to Dr Amina Youssef-Shalala on how to exam proof your memory.