9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Engineering Career Clarity Through Industry Mentoring
Griffith Industry Mentor Alison Butcher is providing mentorship to Masters of Information Technology student Bozhao Li through Griffith's Industry Mentoring Program (IMP).
4 Quality Education
The Art of Networking for Success: Mentor Rob McIlwraith and Mentee Mercy Atukunda’s Inspiring Story
Earlier this month, I caught up with Masters in Civil Engineering student Mercy Atukunda and her mentor, Rob Mcilwraith, Director at Axter Australia Pty Ltd., to learn about their mentoring partnership and some recent exciting developments in Mercy’s career. Mercy is no stranger to the power of mentoring, having participated in mentoring programs back in […]
4 Quality Education
Violin Virtuoso Secures Prestigious Scholarship to Study Abroad
The extraordinary talent, dedication and relentless pursuit of artistic excellence of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University (the Con) alumnus James Tudball has seen him selected by Australia’s most generous scholarship program for international postgraduate study.
17 Partnerships for the Goals
Sharing stories and experiences in the Outback
Outback Queensland has just seen an influx of 120 Griffith University-led students and staff who travelled to Winton for the Vision Splendid Outback Film Festival.
4 Quality Education
Not Quite Narwhal… Every Bit Perfect
Netflix has an adorable new main character thanks to Griffith University alumnus Nakia Trower Shuman, and he’s fast becoming a hit with preschoolers!
10 Reduced Inequalities
Meet the 2023 academic group Outstanding Alumni Award Winners
Griffith University has announced the winners from its four academic groups in the 2023 Outstanding Alumni Awards, with a talented group of recipients from across the world — and outer space. Sixteen high-achieving alumni have earned top spots in the University’s 2023 Outstanding Alumni Awards in the academic groups of Arts, Education and Law (AEL); […]
1 No Poverty
SDG focus elevates Griffith in Times Higher Ed 2023 sustainability impact rankings.
Griffith University ranked second overall in Queensland in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2023 and ranked 72 overall, out of 1591 institutions globally, highlighting Griffith’s commitment to the values of sustainable development.
13 Climate Action
Digital Technologies for a Climate Resilient Water Sector
The International WaterCentre is helping the water sector understand the digital technologies needed to build a climate resilient future
10 Reduced Inequalities
Griffith on the mark for ‘Step Up Oceania’ 2032 Olympic Committee meet
Griffith University is solidifying itself as a 2032 legacy leader following exceptional representation and involvement at the Oceania National Olympic Committee (ONOC) conference last month. The annual event invited key stakeholders from the Pacific Islands, New Zealand, and Australia to explore key issues, best practice, and the latest innovations across high performance, coaching, sport science, […]
10 Reduced Inequalities
Engaging the disengaged through physical activity gets kids STEMfit
In the very remote schools of the Northern Territory, researchers and educators have discovered exploring the impressive physical capabilities of students may be key to enhancing performance in the classroom. Multidisciplinary scientist Dr Charlene Willis from Griffith University’s School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences is part of the passionate team behind the sport-STEM hybrid program […]
11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
Doors open for 2023 Mayor’s Student Ambassadors
Six Griffith University students have secured a coveted spot in a team of 20 as the Gold Coast Mayor’s Student Ambassadors for 2023. This year marks a decade for the program, which sees a select group of students from across the globe offered once-in-a-lifetime opportunities including industry networking and VIP experiences, as well as the […]
16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
New retail crime stats reveal employee theft, customer aggression and fraud.Â
A Griffith University report exposes statistics about theft, fraud and violence experienced by Australia and New Zealand retailers. Commissioned by the Profit Protection Future Forum, the 2022 Australia & New Zealand Retail Crime Study provides crucial insight into retail crime and aims to help retailers mitigate retail crime through evidence-based strategies and prevent losses. Co-author […]
10 Reduced Inequalities
Groundbreaking centre to end violence against women
Griffith University researchers have embarked on a groundbreaking project to end violence against women, gaining one of the biggest single funding investments for a longitudinal study across Australia and the Indo-Pacific region. Led by Monash University, the $35 million-dollar Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (CEVAW) will […]
Alumni
Scholarships to improve NFP funding and heal collective trauma
Griffith University alumnus Tanner Noakes and Professor Naomi Sunderland have each been awarded Fulbright scholarships. The Fulbright Program is a flagship foreign exchange scholarship program of the United States of America that aims to increase binational research collaboration, cultural understanding, and the exchange of ideas. Mr Noakes was selected for the Fulbright Queensland Scholarship based […]
Aerospace
The Sultan of Space
In a case of a childhood dream coming true, Griffith University alumnus Dr Sultan Al Neyadi is heading to the International Space Station.
Architecture, construction and planning
Griffith Honours College students awarded New Colombo Plan Scholarships
Eleven Griffith students are headed on overseas adventures after being awarded scholarships to work and study internationally under Australia's New Colombo Plan.
Academic Administration
Griffith MBA Champion of Values-led Education
Griffith University wins first place overall in Corporate Knights 2022 Better World MBA Ranking for third consecutive year, ranking above the most distinguished programs in the world.
Alumni
The future of green infrastructure
A new smart planter is set to provide a simple and efficient way to green buildings and surfaces where conventional planting is impossible.