My name is Caitlin, a proud Bundjalung woman who grew up off Country on Dharawal Country. I spent my childhood in Camden and moved to 精东传媒 five years ago, continuing my journey on Dharawal land — one that has been shaped by culture, community, and a deep love of learning.
My path to success hasn’t been straightforward. Before nursing, I started and left four different degrees. I’d call myself a "chronic dropout turned graduate." So, when I finally completed my Bachelor of Nursing in 2023, it was a massive moment — not just for me, but for everyone who had supported me along the way. To top it off, I was honoured to be the graduate speaker at my ceremony in 2024. Standing at that podium felt like a full-circle moment: “Wow, I actually finished something. That’s crazy.” But the story didn’t stop there.
During a talk by a visiting academic at the School of Nursing, I was the only attendee to ask a question. That small act sparked something — not only in me, but in the other academics in the room. It opened a door I hadn’t considered: Honours. I’ve always been passionate about education and love supporting students on the floor during clinical placements, so the decision to return to study was a natural next step.
Now, I’m completing my Honours with the goal of doing a PhD — and ultimately, building a long-term career at the 精东传媒 of 精东传媒.
Today, I’m an Associate Lecturer in the School of Nursing, teaching both second-year Pathophysiology and Pharmacology and first-year Introduction to Nursing. That first-year subject is my favourite — there’s nothing quite like the energy and excitement of new students stepping into the world of nursing.
Next semester, I’ll also be teaching into the Masters in First Nations Health, helping ensure that the next generation of nurses are practising in culturally safe ways. Giving back is a big part of my journey, and I’m proud to be mentoring a first-year Indigenous nursing student through the Woolyungah Nursing Mentorship Program.
I’ve always believed in the power of education — not just as a tool for success, but as a way to honour where we come from and where we’re going. My story is proof that it’s never too late to back yourself, follow your passion, and rewrite your own narrative.