Stories of STEM Q

In this special episode of STEM Q, Aurora Howland discusses her role as the Schools Liaison Officer and what future students can expect from university life.

Show Notes

Aurora Howland is the Schools Liaison Officer for the University of New England. She works with local schools and communities to introduce high school students to university life. This can include introducing them to the courses and career pathways available, but also looks at what kind of lifestyle awaits students on a university campus. In this interview we talk about how students choose the best degree pathway for them, the many ways in which people can navigate career decisions, and whether it matters whether or not you make the right decision early on. As a university focused on online education, we also chat about the alternative study and career path options available to people at UNE. As with all aspects of our lives, study has been affected by COVID-19 and we explore what this has looked like for on-campus and online university students.

What is Stories of STEM Q?

The University of New England’s STEM Quarter (STEM Q) is a platform for regional partnerships. It seeks to become an engine of innovation by connecting industry & investment with research & education through mutually beneficial projects. By providing local industries and communities with a pathway to engage in research specifically focused on local challenges, the New England and North West region of New South Wales, Australia, is headed for incredible success.

Focused on the four key pillars – agribusiness, health and wellbeing, digital intelligence and enabling infrastructure, Stories of STEM_Q will introduce the brilliant people and projects in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths, contributing to the progressive and innovative change occurring across the region.