Students in the news 2011
December
Chris Adesna and Louise Fulford
Tertiary Preparation Pathway
Taking part in a Tertiary Preparation Pathway (TPP) program at Caboolture this year has given Chris Adesna of Caboolture and Louise Fulford of Beerwah the confidence to pursue their tertiary study ambitions. Read more.
Robert Wagland
Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology
It might have taken a University of the Sunshine Coast graduate eight years to finish his Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology degree but landing a job afterwards was a much faster process. Read more.
David Burns
Executive Master of Business Administration
Commuting between Bendigo and the Sunshine Coast has proved no barrier for a dedicated Victorian student who recently completed his Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Read more.
Mathew Wilshere
Bachelor of Science
Recognition was furthest from Matthew Wilshere’s mind when the University of the Sunshine Coast student founded the first Kiva charity group at an Australian university. Read more.
November
Douglas Francis
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
University of the Sunshine Coast graduate Douglas Francis is moving quickly up the ranks in his first year of employment with professional services company Ernst and Young. Read more.
Corey Parkinson
Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology
A switched-on Information Technology graduate from the University of the Sunshine Coast has landed a sought-after graduate position with a leading management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. Read more.
Jan Niemeyer, Josua Bayerlein and Khaled Amir
Bachelor of Business
Three University of the Sunshine Coast students have demonstrated their CEO potential by finishing third in a global online competition which required them to transform a struggling business into a profitable enterprise. Read more.
Annalyse McLaren
Bachelor of Business
A University of the Sunshine Coast business graduate is fast-tracking her career after being accepted into a 12-month accelerated leadership program at a first-class resort at Surfer’s Paradise. Read more.
Kelli Anderson
Doctor of Philosophy (Science)
A University of the Sunshine Coast PhD graduate will be more interested in fish eggs than frog’s legs during a two-year research posting in France. Read more.
Chris Raine
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
University of the Sunshine Coast graduate Chris Raine, 24, has been named as Queensland’s Young Australian of the Year for 2012. Read more.
Katherine Poh
Master of Business Administration
Travelling 6,500km from Malaysia to attend her University of the Sunshine Coast graduation ceremony recently was a relatively easy task for Katherine Poh compared to the difficult journey she has been on over the past few years. Read more.
Renea Szumowski, Georgia Powell and Trevor Smith
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
A celebratory reception and an awards ceremony marked the end to four years of study for the University of the Sunshine Coast’s first cohort of Occupational Therapy students. Read more.
Nick Evans
Bachelor of Environmental Science
Tracking rhinoceros poachers and capturing elephants and rhinos were all in a day’s work for a University of the Sunshine Coast student while on safari in South Africa as part of his degree. Read more.
Luke Forman
Executive Master of Business Administration
An entrepreneurial business executive who is keen to fast-track his company’s success has set up office in the Business Accelerator at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Innovation Centre. Read more.
Christine Pointon
Bachelor of Nursing Science
Studying at the University of the Sunshine Coast has given wings to the career aspirations of final-year Nursing Science student Christine Pointon. Read more.
Chelsea Walli
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Bachelor of Business
Like many 17 year olds, Chelsea Wallis of Marcus Beach is busily swotting up for her driver’s licence test. But unlike most teens her age, Chelsea has already completed the bulk of a Bachelor of International Business at the University of the Sunshine Coast and is already in the driver’s seat for an illustrious career. Read more.
October
Greg Peake
Bachelor of Journalism
A University of the Sunshine Coast student has sacrificed weekend parties and school holidays to achieve his lifelong dream of writing and publishing his own book. Read more.
Andy Yates
Bachelor of Science
High-flying kiteboarder Andy Yates of Bokarina was today crowned the University of the Sunshine Coast’s 2011 Sportsperson of the Year. Read more.
James Banks
Bachelor of Computer-Based Design
International company 4 Ingredients have dished up a life-changing opportunity to a University of the Sunshine Coast student by providing him with a free ticket to the world’s largest gathering of digital marketers. Read more.
Carmen Wyld
Masters of Education
A University of the Sunshine Coast student has written a personal development book using elements of her counselling and psychology studies at USC. Read more.
Elizabeth Anthony
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
The University of the Sunshine Coast’s Innovation Centre auditorium will be transformed into a 15th century carnival of colourful masks and flowing gowns at the University’s first masquerade ball on Saturday 29 October. Read more.
Lucy Warren, Jillian Pozzi and Emma Barton
Bachelor of Public Relations
A University of the Sunshine Coast student will draw on her experiences of a recent exchange to Germany as she helps organise one of the region’s main multicultural events. Read more.
Wadzanai Chibondo
Bachelor of Nursing Science
A former Zimbabwean refugee, who discovered she was pregnant shortly after arriving in Australia in 2007, has graduated with a Bachelor of Nursing Science degree from the University of the Sunshine Coast. Read more.
Steven Boyd
Doctor of Philosophy (Business)
The University of the Sunshine Coast has, for the first time ever, been represented at the annual Australia and New Zealand Three Minute Thesis Competition. Read more.
September
Jane Gavagan and Colin Gavagan
Graduate Diploma in Arts and Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
The University of the Sunshine Coast’s Graduation ceremony on Friday 30 September will provide the backdrop for a special family celebration for Jane Gavagan of Beerwah and her son Colin of Sippy Downs. Read more.
Robert Gibbs and Katie Roberts
Graduate Diploma in Education and Bachelor of Environmental Science
A high school special needs teacher and an environmental scientist who’s focused on sustainable fashion are set to share the limelight at the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Graduation ceremony on Friday 30 September. Read more.
Shehan Fernando
Bachelor of Software Engineering
A University of the Sunshine Coast student has secured a position with one of the world’s leading audit firms, KPMG, while still studying his final year of a Software Engineering degree. Read more.
Amy Jones
Bachelor of Business
A University of the Sunshine Coast third-year Business student has won a three-day trip to a Malaysian conference for her outstanding contribution to an organisation that develops social responsibility in leaders of the future. Read more.
Leigh Anderson
Bachelor of Paramedic Science
A University of the Sunshine Coast graduate whose decision to study Paramedic Science was sparked by his hospitalisation for a knee injury while surf life saving is now living his dream career in Rockhampton. Read more.
Jodie Stephens
Bachelor of Journalism
A University of the Sunshine Coast student is celebrating two wins in a row – claiming a Queensland media award within weeks of landing a job with The Examiner newspaper in Tasmania. Read more.
Emily Verrall
Bachelor of Education
Teachers and space enthusiasts from across the region have been invited to a special science presentation at the University of the Sunshine Coast from 6-8pm on Wednesday 21 September. Read more.
Kim Pengelly
Bachelor of Business
A University of the Sunshine Coast graduate is now merging the world of business with culture after landing her dream job with the Woodford Folk Festival. Read more.
Andrea Dudley
Bachelor of Creative Writing
A classic tale of master versus apprentice looks set to unfold next week as two writers from the University of the Sunshine Coast contest the same category of the Queensland Premier’s Literary Awards. Read more.
Nubia Ramos, Dave Gilbert and Chris Raine
A scientist who now works at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, a mining consultant from Perth, and a Brisbane-based social entrepreneur have been named as the University of the Sunshine Coast’s 2011 Outstanding Alumni of the Year. Read more.
August
Chelsey Parish
Bachelor of Business (Honours)
It took only a few hours for University of the Sunshine Coast Business Honours graduate Chelsey Parish of Ilkley to net a job with Australia’s foremost seafood research organisation. Read more.
Dr Tracey Wohlsen
Doctor of Philosophy (Science)
A University of the Sunshine Coast PhD graduate with an outstanding track record of innovation in scientific water analysis has been named Queensland Water Industry Woman of the Year. Read more.
Roxy Sinclair and David Anderson
Bachelor of Public Relations
Two Public Relations students whose University of the Sunshine Coast projects boosted the culture of the local community have promoted the benefits of regional engagement as far as Sydney. Read more.
Tristan Kurz
Bachelor of Business
A University of the Sunshine Coast International Business graduate who is now principal dealer at Coastline BMW will help inspire more than 230 high school students at the annual USC Business Enterprise Day on Wednesday 24 August. Read more.
Cao Dinh Hung
Doctor of Philosophy (Science)
A University of the Sunshine Coast PhD Science student whose research into tropical hardwood trees is set to boost both industry and the environment in Australia and Vietnam will be an ambassador for USC in his home country. Read more.
Jodie Stephens and Lynette Brown
Bachelor of Journalism
University of the Sunshine Coast Journalism students Jodie Stephens, of Buderim, and Lynette Brown, of Pelican Waters, are finalists in the prestigious 2011 Queensland Clarion (Media) Awards. Read more.
Aaron Bourke
Master of Business Administration
When Aaron Bourke decided to study a Master of Business Administration at the University of the Sunshine Coast, his aim was to get ahead in his career. Read more.
Kristin Reeves
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
A Noosaville woman who says she is “addicted” to helping enthusiastic young women achieve their goals has thrown her support behind the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Civil Engineering degree. Read more.
Lyndsey Jack
Bachelor of Business (Tourism, Leisure and Event Management)
A University of the Sunshine Coast graduate who was an intern at Hyatt Regency Coolum as part of her Business degree has worked her way up in the company to become Human Resources Manager at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne. Read more.
Pierce Hardy
Bachelor of Journalism
A year out from the London Olympic Games, University of the Sunshine Coast Journalism student and champion kayaker Pierce Hardy has set his course. The Moffat Beach 20-year-old recently made the Australian under-23 Kayaking Team and travelled to his first big international regatta where he came fourth in the K1 1000 event. Read more.
July
Krystina Lamb
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
The first University of the Sunshine Coast student to attend a Winter School at Australia’s nuclear science facility has described the experience as “mind-blowing”. Read more.
Sajal Barua
Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
When Sajal Barua of Bangladesh arrived in Australia seven years ago, he quickly signed up for an English language program at the University of the Sunshine Coast to boost his career prospects. Read more.
Colleen Stieler-Hunt and Ben Rolfe
Doctor of Philosophy (Arts)
A fledgling club has brought the competition and camaraderie of a new breed of board game-playing to the University of the Sunshine Coast campus. Read more.
Steven Boyd
Doctor of Philosophy (Business)
Developing interactive and fun computer games that teach people about property investment could hold the key to avoiding future global financial crises. Read more.
Bridgette Williams
Bachelor of Social Science (Sociology and International Relations)
A 29-year-old University of the Sunshine Coast Social Science graduate who loved running as a youngster at Maroochydore State High School is now training with Australia’s legendary marathon man, Robert De Castella. Read more.
Linda Finch and Kathryn Wilson
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
A program designed to improve the quality of life of people aged 55 and over by encouraging their active involvement in both relaxation and stimulating activities is underway at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Read more.
June
Sam Folder
Bachelor of Communication
From music’s Ben Lee and Xavier Rudd to television’s Jules Lund and Carrie Bickmore, they’ve all revealed the secrets of their success to 26-year-old University of the Sunshine Coast Communication graduate Sam Folder. Read more.
Chloe Ryan
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business (Psychology and Human Resources)
For Chloe Ryan of Diddillibah, the transition from studying at the University of the Sunshine Coast to working a full-time job was so smooth she didn’t move. Read more.
Alena Ratzel and Tammy Halsall
Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Business (Management)
Alena and Tammy's new venture proposal targeting the region’s growing information industry has won a competition for “Best Small Business Idea”. The pair spent a semester creating their proposed company, Trade-a-Round. Read more.
Dean Jacobs
Bachelor of Computer-Based Design
Dean Jacobs, 32, of Beerwah, has written an original twist on the legend of Jack the Ripper for his crime fiction novel, ‘The Streets of Whitechapel’. Each chapter starts with a piece of Dean’s original artwork on the Ripper theme. Read more.
Carla McRae
Bachelor of Arts (Design and Communication)
Artwork by a University of the Sunshine Coast design student depicting some of Japan’s most famous icons affected by a nuclear disaster is set to feature in the next edition of The Walkley Magazine. Read more.
Annemarie and Daniel Van Hees
Bachelor of Education
After enrolling in Education degrees at the University of the Sunshine Coast to become school teachers, Glass House Mountains couple Annemarie and Daniel Van Hees are also aiming to rewrite the environmental record books. Read more.
Natalija Pearn and Pia Troiani
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
Two University of the Sunshine Coast graduates have been praised for their contribution to a community nutrition project that proved key to a $750,000 win in the Healthy Queensland Awards. Read more.
Matthew Bousson
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Matthew Bousson, 22, will be the first USC student to undertake a sports performance internship at Stanford University. Read more.
Kathryn Wilson
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
A University of the Sunshine Coast psychology research project into a new treatment for anxiety among children aged 9 to 12 is making good headway. Read more.
Megan Scholes
Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
The amazing work done by foster carers from Elimbah to Redcliffe is being nurtured by new University of the Sunshine Coast Psychology graduate Megan Scholes. Read more.
May
Danielle Formosa
Doctor of Philosophy (Science)
A University of the Sunshine Coast Science Honours graduate has returned from four years at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra to finish her PhD on the influence of technique in elite swimming competition. Read more.
Pia Troiani
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
With Australians consumed by foodie culture, a Bundaberg-bred University of the Sunshine Coast graduate is delighted to be helping guide the dietary habits of her hometown community. Read more.
Holly Burkhardt
Bachelor of Environmental Science
It was a special educational moment that American university student Holly Burkhardt will never forget. After making the move from Baltimore, Maryland, to Queensland for a year’s study at the University of the Sunshine Coast, the passionate environmental science student had her chance to help save an endangered marine species. Read more.
Jessica McLean
Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Science
A 22-year-old University of the Sunshine Coast graduate who always wanted to teach high school science is now doing just that close to home on Brisbane’s northside. Read more.
Rebecca van Zanten
Bachelor of Nursing Science
When Rebecca van Zanten officially received her Nursing Science degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast Graduation ceremony on 20 April, her health career was already in full swing. Read more.
Kirsten Burke
Bachelor of Paramedic Science
A Paramedic Science degree from the University of the Sunshine Coast has taken Kirsten Burke from Toowoomba to Townsville to Murgon, straight into an exciting job she loves. Read more.
Mark Wardley
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
A plumbing firm manager who enrolled in a new executive business degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast to tap into further career potential has gained a promotion while completing the program. Read more.
Raechyl French and Krystal Ashby
Bachelor of Business (Tourism, Leisure and Event Management)
Four University of the Sunshine Coast students will snorkel around Queensland’s most southern coral cay island in an exciting assignment to deepen their understanding of tourism and the environment. Read more.
Elliott White
Bachelor of Public Relations
A passionate soccer player and coach who was 2010 captain of North Lakes State College has kicked off his career at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Read more.
Anna Cocks, Sarah Jeffery and Maria Gill
Bachelor of Social Science (Counselling) and Bachelor of Social Work
Three new graduates of the University of the Sunshine Coast have embraced the rewards and challenges of working to protect children in the Gympie area. Read more.