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.

The chasm between disability services and prisons

Asking one simple question has opened a Pandora’s box, and a criminologist’s eyes, to the gaping shortfall of support services for prisoners with disability.

Future student

A day in the life of a public health student

Those who study public health can have a lasting effect on their fellow human beings. So, what does a degree look like day-to-day?

Community

How your child can make friends at school

Forming friendships can be the best or worst part of a child's school experience. Here's how you can help your kids.

Career

A graduate's guide to getting a job

Wanting the dream job straight out of uni? Here’s one graduate’s journey.

Global

A passion for bringing physiotherapy to developing nations

ACU’s Dr Maria Constantinou on her bid to promote evidence-based sports physiotherapy and clinical care across the globe.

Lifestyle

A little drug called exercise changing cancer care

Australia’s first exercise program for cancer patients is making waves.

Study

Becoming a social worker

When Keren Rowaro was finishing school in Papua New Guinea she thought a business career was in her future. But she quickly realised that switching to social work was the right move.