Students We’d like you to meet some of our students and alumni who have achieved success at university or in their careers. Accounting and Finance Pathways add up After completing a Diploma in Accounting, Jimmy found his way to a career through VU's learning pathways. Counting his blessings Victorian State Treasurer Kim Wells enrolled as a VU accounting student almost 40 years ago. Banking on change Valedictorian Simon Glage is a qualified physiotherapist who decided it was time for a career change. Building and Construction Building Engineer's career is sky high Sami Kilinc completed a Bachelor of Engineering (Building Engineering) at VU in 2008 and says those years of study were very valuable. Building her future Daniela Lopez defied stereotypes about female carpenters by getting the first apprenticeship in her course. Business and Management Masterful deeds National award-winning VU alumnus Karthikeyan Vaitheeswaran is a quiet achiever. Turning ideas into business Tim Baxter gained solid entrepreneurial skills at VU and now runs his own successful business. Culture and Arts Find her 'Voice' Fatai Veamatahau is making hits after her success on Channel Nine’s The Voice. Change for his community Liberal arts student Victor Victor was awarded the prestigious Young Victorian of the Year 2012. Education and Transition Shaping young minds Inspired to take a career leap Nicole Agius is making a difference as a primary teacher. Engineering Good vibrations Daniel Ainalis is the winner of the International Association of Packaging Research Institute’s Student Exchange Scholarship. Predicting drought Water engineer Shishutosh Barua made a breakthrough in drought forecasting while completing his doctorate. Health Sciences Dancing to success VU masters graduate and award-winner Natalie Kyan is passionate about helping young ballet dancers. Science meets beauty Award-winning Louise Knuiksis is quickly advancing to a successful career in the medical cosmetic industry. Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management Wings of success Jim Parashos’ career is flying high thanks to the practical work experience offered at VU. Passport to hospitality Living in five countries over eight years gave Heath Grow valuable international hotel management experience. Minding her music business Pia Del Mastro’s business degree gave her the edge in the music business. Information Systems and Computing Mind over matter With the support of his teachers, Cameron Scott didn’t let his disability impact his studies. IT ironman Ironman Luis Lopez is applying his determination and focus to his VU studies. Law and Legal Services Lending a legal hand Gregory Buchhorn is using his Law/Arts degree to help those who need it most. Shifting legal gears Kate Bartlett attributes her success as a law graduate to VU’s practical approach to learning. Marketing and Communications Entrepreneurial spirit Top student and University Medal winner Arlene Sherren is making waves in the business world. Living his adventure Tim Holman stepped off the corporate ladder to pursue his dreams in community development. Science Budding marine scientist Mary Cowling took her interest in the environment to New Zealand to study fur seals. Social Sciences and Community Services Empowering the young VU's flexible pathway options have allowed Cat Batty to pursue work in community services. Sport, Recreation and Human Movement Support to success Renee Kruizinga overcame a personal tragedy to graduate with flying colours with the help of VU’s counselling services and support. Transport and Logistics Turning pro Adrian Giandomenico returned to study to gain professional qualifications in the growing field of logistics. Supply chain superstar Rani Pathak chose a VU study pathway that helped her land a job a Toyota.
