Episodes | People of VU

Jul 30, 2025 • 28 minutes

Episode 49: Episode 49: Prof. Adam Shoemaker with Dr Ruwangi Fernando

Meet Dr Ruwangi Fernando - a proud VU alum, founder of STEM Sisters and VU’s new Executive-in-Residence.

Jun 4, 2025 • 29 minutes

Episode 48: Prof. Adam Shoemaker with Rohenna Young

With 30+ years in sport and health, from VFLW to VU’s *thrive program, Rohenna Young talks breaking down barriers, building inclusive communities, and why teamwork makes all the difference.

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Mar 6, 2025 • 18 minutes

Episode 47: People of VU International Women's Day Podcast with Anousha Narain

A recent graduate of the VU Future Leaders Program, VU Finance Systems Analyst Anousha Narain's career journey spans from Mauritius to Melbourne. From mathematics to motherhood, I’m sure you’ll enjoy Anousha’s story.

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Mar 6, 2025 • 17 minutes

Episode 46: People of VU International Women's Day Podcast with Vanessa Barnes

VU e-learning designer Vanessa Barnes' commitment to gender stereotypes reaches far beyond her 9-5. She's the drummer in a feminist punk band and has competed in cage fighting - something you might not expect when you first meet her.

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Mar 6, 2025 • 19 minutes

Episode 45: People of VU International Women's Day Podcast with Komal Rana

There's a lot to learn from VU Masters of Education graduate Komal Rana. Life as an international student in Australia is very different from studying in her home country of India. As a teacher and VU Admissions Officer, Komal is thriving.

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Mar 6, 2025 • 15 minutes

Episode 44: People of VU International Women's Day Podcast with Adsheaya Vasakan

Looking for a story of a STEM success story? Meet Adsheaya Vasakan, Student Mentor, award-winning VU Masters of Engineering graduate and engineer at Ace contractors. Is there anything she can't do?