What inspired you to study education?

My choice of vocation was solidified in 2018 when I went on a trip to Amoonguna in Alice Springs, to work with children at a small rural school, experiencing schooling through their eyes. I remember after this experience knowing with such clarity in my heart that I was meant to pursue teaching. I could not get past the power of the relationships made with students and the fulfilling feeling of knowing I may have made a difference in one of those children’s lives. In reality, they made the difference in mine. Children are the most inspiring to me and I have a deep love and desire to inspire young hearts and minds.

How does your faith contribute to your studies?

I’m constantly realising each day how much I need Jesus in my life, especially within my studies. Even in times when I loathe the 2000-word essay I need to write, my faith calls me to glorify Him through all necessary stages of studying.

Being a Catholic on campus can be difficult at times, especially when many people within my classes aren’t of the faith. In these moments, I like to remind myself that the Lord calls us to be set apart for His purpose; we are not to be ashamed of the gospel.