Celebrating our supporters
Thank you to each and every person who donates to La Trobe - your gifts help us to Make the Difference.
Recognising the generosity of our supporters is important to us. Read inspiring stories about donors and the change they are supporting below, as well as stories about some of our influential alumni.
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Vale Dr Paulina Ezer
Dr Paulina Ezer was a bright and intelligent early career researcher, who completed her PhD at the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society (ARCSHS) at La Trobe University in 2020.
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La Trobe congratulates Distinguished Alumni
A world-renowned evolutionary geneticist, the leader of Australia’s first all-female Indigenous fire crew, and a team of health administration experts deployed to fight Wuhan’s COVID-19 outbreak are among the winners.
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2021 Queen's Birthday Honours
Congratulations to the alumni, current and former La Trobe staff who were recognised with a 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honour
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Cancer experts on what disease can teach us about life
La Trobe alumni and academics are shaping cancer diagnosis, treatment and care. Discover the difference they’re making to the lives of cancer patients and the most powerful lessons they’ve learnt along the way.
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La Trobe climbs in QS Global Rankings
La Trobe has risen 36 spots to 362nd in the QS Global Rankings
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How to start your board career at any age
Is joining a board on your bucket list? Find out how these La Trobe alumni launched their board careers through rewarding roles at purpose-driven organisations.
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La Trobe’s global impact recognised
La Trobe is ranked fourth in the world for impact
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Gardening tips: 5 reasons to grow indigenous plants
Having adapted to the local conditions over thousands of years, indigenous plants are great for your garden. Find some for your backyard with this expert advice from alumni at La Trobe’s indigenous plant nursery.
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Words of wisdom from La Trobe alumni: persistence, resilience and curiosity
We asked La Trobe graduates what piece of advice they would give to the incoming class of 2021.
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3 ways to live well into old age
When it comes to ageing, you’ve probably heard the mantra: eat healthily, stay active and get regular check-ups. But how much do you know about the importance of laughing, learning and being listened to?
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Graduating in a pandemic: 5 must-read stories about La Trobe’s newest alumni
A new nursing grad who’s following a generations-strong family profession. Alumni employers who are giving our latest grads a career kickstart. See a snapshot of the La Trobe spirit through our top graduation stories.
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What future foods will be on your Christmas table in 2050?
Edible algae? Surprising seeds? Insects? La Trobe’s scientists and nutritionists reveal what sustainable fare could be on your plate in Christmases to come.
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Nurse/Soldier, Teacher/Firefighter: Meet the 'slashies' pursuing their passion with more than one role
These La Trobe slashies have carried their passion for helping others into diverse portfolio careers: from teaching teens and nursing patients, to rolling out COVID testing and helping disaster-stricken communities.
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La Trobe's New Colombo Plan Scholars
Five La Trobe students receive New Colombo Plan Scholarships
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Outstanding graduate outcomes
Strong results for employment and course satisfaction
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Distinguished alumna champions nursing education
Brenda Lim Bee Khim is a La Trobe Distinguished Alumna who has shown extraordinary dedication to the nursing profession for more than three decades
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‘It’s been crazy’: how COVID-19 data fast-tracked Sadiya’s digital health career
Sadiya Askar was one of the first health informatics graduates hired by the Victorian Department of Health’s COVID-19 response team. She takes us behind the scenes in a typical day of data wrangling during a pandemic.
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La Trobe alumna inspires nurses in Singapore
Coreen Low Kim Kuan completed her Master of Nursing in 2012 through the University’s longstanding international partnership with the Singapore Nurses Association
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Matildas waltzing home to La Trobe
La Trobe would be the Victorian base for Football Federation Australia
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Creative writing during COVID-19: tips from award-winning authors
Putting pen to paper is powerful — and never more than during a time of global upheaval. Three experienced writers, all alumni of La Trobe University, share their advice on how to develop your writing practice.
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Transforming health
Professor Meg Morris talks with Giselle Roberts about the Academic and Research Collaborative in Health and putting the patient first
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Tour La Trobe’s high-tech Sports Labs
What was sport like when you were a student? Take a virtual tour of sports facilities at La Trobe’s Bundoora campus today, to see what happens when sport meets tech.
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Making art during COVID-19: thoughtful advice from La Trobe alumni
Have you thought about making art, but don't know where to start? These alumni artists are here to help. Read their suggestions on how to nurture your art practice during a global pandemic.
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La Trobe wants to hear from you!
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