School of Archaeology and Anthropology
Georgia Fletcher title
When Georgia Fletcher first began her studies at the Australian National University (ANU) at the age of 19, things didn’t fall into place.
“I found that I wasn't in a good headspace,” Georgia says. “I felt that I wasn't well suited to the program I had chosen, I struggled to connect my coursework with what I wanted to do with my life, and couldn't picture a career for myself.”
She had moved to Canberra from Cooma, where she grew up on her family’s nearby farm. In her second year, she made the difficult decision to stop studying and join the workforce.
Anton Nurcahyo title
The Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park, located in South Sumatra of Indonesia, is home to three of the world's most endangered species including the Sumatran tiger. Tourists to the forest region post photos of themselves next to the world's largest flower, the Rafflesia arnoldii – also known as the corpse lily.
It was here where Anton Nurcahyo did his undergraduate research, at a research station in the middle of the national park.
Nathalia Dias title
By Evana Ho
In early 2018, Nathalia Dias made the move from Brazil to Canberra so she could study at the Australian National University. She came to begin a Master of Archaeological and Evolutionary Science (Advanced), and it was, she says, “one of the best decisions I've made”.
Emma Henke title
By Evana Ho
Emma Henke’s strong sense of social justice developed early. From Indigenous rights, refugee rights, and women’s rights, to animal welfare, Emma has spent much of her life contributing in these areas.
Aman Kang title
Aman Kang grew up in the small country town of Leeton, NSW, on her parents’ vineyard.
“It was a huge outdoorsy experience and I think that's why archaeology suits me so well,” Aman says.