IMPACT

STORIES TO INFORM, CHALLENGE AND INSPIRE.

Pursuing her passion for people

Growing up in Queensland as the daughter of a heavy diesel fitter and mechanic, Anthea Martin always thought she’d end up working in the mining industry.

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Future student
Social life and study is possible

Five tips for balancing study and your personal life

Worried about juggling study with work, family and a social life? It can be done, we promise.
Community
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One step at a time

Daniel Van den Hoek is helping people experiencing marginalisation improve their physical and mental wellbeing, one step at a time.
Career

From hospitality to the hospital

Justinne Bautista came to ACU as a non school leaver looking for a new career direction with meaning and purpose. She left with a nursing degree - and a husband.
Global
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Tahir's incredible journey from war-torn Afghanistan

The moment one Afghani refugee knew he would become a nurse.
Lifestyle
Fueling elite sportspeople

The athlete's food: How to fuel elite sportspeople

What’s the best diet for elite athletes? It’s complicated, but ACU researchers say the evidence points to a personalised approach.
Study

How to nail your first year of uni

Getting off on the right foot will help you make a great start in your first year at uni. Remember that help is always on hand.

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.

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