Charles Sturt University’s own community of inspiring women have shared their journeys ahead of this year’s International Day of Rural Women on Sunday 15 October 2023.

Caring for loved ones is often part of everyday life. Common, yet essential tasks can include cooking dinner or school drop-offs and pickup, but for a portion of the community, caring is a full-time job.

From being sidelined in school to pursuing his dream career in pharmacy, Charles Sturt University student Mr Jesse Daniel is determined to join the fight to improve regional healthcare.

A Charles Sturt University journalism academic says the evolving communication course continues to feed the ranks of the irrepressible ‘Mitchell Mafia’.

A keen desire to understand the psychology behind commercialism has driven a young graduate to receive one of Charles Sturt University’s highest honours.

The challenges of juggling motherhood, work and being a female in a male-dominated industry have landed a Charles Sturt University graduate the University’s highest honour.

A Charles Sturt University graduate knew at a young age that her future lay in educating children. A chance encounter on work experience shaped her career path and earned her a Postgraduate University Medal for her achievements.

A recent Charles Sturt University graduate has had a highly awarded career in policing and more recently new careers in television and his own fire investigation consultancy.

A recent Charles Sturt University graduate has added ‘Doctor of Philosophy’ to his long list of achievements alongside leading a cycling team in the Olympic games, and most proudly, being a father and husband.