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Marlon has wasted no time kick starting his career, with the soon-to-be graduate already landing a role in Amazon's business development team.

Artworks by RMIT students were selected to feature in Alter State, a disability-led arts initiative that celebrated Deaf and Disabled artists, creativity and culture.

VE teachers and senior educators will have the opportunity to vote for a New Agreement in November 2024.

Michelle's journey from working in the video game industry in Taiwan and the Philippines to completing a PhD at RMIT has been nothing short of transformative.

Syrian-born RMIT student Ramina shares her journey of overcoming adversity as she prepares to graduate and inspire her future students as a teacher.

RMIT academic and professional staff members have endorsed the new RMIT University Enterprise Agreement 2024.

From navigating challenges to interning at L'Oreal, Skyla’s experiences have shaped her passion for the marketing industry and her future career.

The RMIT Redbacks Cheer & Dance team brought the heat at the 2024 Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation State Championships.

Bachelor of Business (Marketing) student Ciara Binion reflects on her experience at Meals with Impact, which has seen her rise from Intern to Customer Experience and Marketing Officer.

Students have begun work with Freedom Solutions to solve problems faced by people with disabilities, with projects ranging from more accessible sporting equipment to an eye-tracking device for automatic doors.

The 2024 UniSport Nationals in Canberra was a landmark event for RMIT, with the largest contingent of Redbacks in over five years.

Scholarship applications for Semester 1, 2025 are open until Monday 14 October. Learn what's available and why you should consider applying.

RMIT Vocational Education student Vicky Licha has cemented herself as a rising star in interior design as she prepares to graduate from her diploma.

For nearly 20 years, Ruth worked as a pattern maker in the fashion industry, with the last eight years spent teaching at RMIT.

RMIT University is proud of its rich and diverse multi-cultural and multi-faith community.

How can generative AI help you? We’ve put together five ways you can use Val, RMIT’s official GenAI Chatbot, to improve your studies and your life.

Mason Cao and Sasha Nazareth both graduated from the Apple Foundation Program at RMIT in 2023 and reflect on how it has opened up career pathways they didn’t previously consider possible.

Meet RMIT student Vivian Qiu, the innovative artist transforming rice and soil into powerful statements of culture and identity.

With UniSport Nationals approaching, join Redbacks captains Claude and Kurt in wishing our athletes good luck as they prepare to head to Canberra.

In the vibrant world of fashion at RMIT, two remarkable students, Synthia Wilson and Harlene Del Rosario, are using their creative talents to inspire change and promote inclusivity.

This is your last reminder to move any data you might have in your RMIT Google Drive to RMIT’s SharePoint or OneDrive.

Chances are you will need support at some stage during your studies, whether it’s for academic or for personal reasons. Seeking support early may help you avoid a more serious situation – like needing to drop out.

RMIT students who need access to Adobe Creative Cloud software for their studies will continue to have access to the full suite of apps.

Myotherapy student Maddison Ford is kicking goals in her VFLW career while studying.

The launch of Sensory Spaces in the Library and new docking stations are just some of the improvements that have been implemented on the back of the recently formed Student Advisory Board.

Whether you’re worried about not getting the results you expected, or if you’ve received an email from RMIT saying you’re ‘at risk’ – there are support options available.

Declan Shipper and Lu Liu spent one month interning at the Woods Bagot Hong Kong studio, working full-time in their Interior Design Retail and Workplace Design teams.

Master of Business Information Technology students worked hand-in-glove with Microsoft over Semester 1 to design solutions that aim to help enhance RMIT students’ work integrated learning (WIL) experience.

Mua’s tertiary studies at the Essendon Education Academy are off to a great start, as he excels in exciting placement opportunities with the Club.

How do you spot a scam? Some swindles aimed at students are more subtle and sophisticated than you might imagine.

MBA and EMBA students from RMIT’s Graduate School of Business and Law visited Haining and Hangzhou in collaboration with Zhejiang University International Business School (ZIBS).

RMIT University has welcomed 90 engineering students from Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani on a two-week immersion tour of the campuses and Melbourne.

Suzee, an international student from Vietnam, recently completed her internship with RMIT Communications, marking a significant milestone in her journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Follow Zoe's inspiring journey as she moves from Queensland to Melbourne to study Fine Arts at RMIT, embracing her queer identity and artistic talent in a vibrant and supportive community.

There may be a delay to the publishing of some students’ final course results (grades) released on or after 28 May 2024.

Samim Sultani’s hard work, determination and, above all, compassion led him to receive the 2023 Vocational Education Student of the Year Award, which was announced last month.

A ‘Pickling Party’ has brought students together to master the art of sustainable cooking.

Max Templeton speaks about being the first-ever second-year student to be President of the Business Student Association (BSA), what he enjoys most about RMIT and the BSA’s upcoming event on Artificial Intelligence.

Students are set to feature in Victoria's annual celebration of design, Melbourne Design Week (MDW), running from 23 May until 2 June this year.

With the cost of living taking its toll on students, there’s never been a better time to apply for a scholarship.

RMIT works hard to make sure graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to solve emerging business challenges, but current Finance student Finnlay Morcombe isn’t even waiting to graduate.

Manage stress, keep healthy and ace your assessments with these tips from fellow students!

This Global Accessibility Awareness Day improve your digital accessibility and be inclusive to all students. Develop skills you can take with you into the workplace.

After graduating from RMIT with an Honours degree in Biomedical Engineering, and working in the industry for two years, Jordan decided to return to university to follow his passion for research.

The RMIT Sports Media Program has taken out the Most Outstanding University Sport Project/Program award at this years' UniSport Awards.

Witnessing the profound impact of natural disasters on tourism and communities worldwide sparked Lauren Clay’s quest to explore if governments could learn from each other to speed up the recovery process.

Le An’s son had just started primary school when she commenced her PhD at RMIT.

When Australia was thrown into its first COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, Paula Petrini was trying to find her feet in a new country.

It’s fair to say that Sven Huettermann’s life has changed considerably since moving from Germany to Australia for his studies.

As she prepares to graduate this May, Sadaf reflects on her experiences and shares insights for prospective HDR candidates.

Some members of the RMIT community are exercising their right to protest and have started an encampment in Alumni Courtyard on City campus.

Throughout the year students from RMIT's volunteering community are recognised and celebrated for their contributions to various events.

Students who recently completed the Apple Foundation Program share their experiences at the recent inauguration of a new learning facility dedicated to the course.

Orienteering champion Sophie Taverna shares how RMIT's Elite Athlete Program (REAP) has her back.

Violet Minehan was awarded the prestigious College of Business and Law Medal at the Best of Business and Law Awards.

Architecture and Design students share why RMIT is the nation’s number one institution for design and creative fields.

Faye Romero, an Engineering and Computer Science student, took part in a panel discussion run by Study Melbourne that explored diversity and inclusion in Formula 1.

Campus Fest (held 14-20 March) gave new and returning students the chance to interact with one of RMIT’s many student-led clubs and societies.

Everyone at RMIT deserves to feel safe, included and valued, but unfortunately things can happen that impact our experiences of being safe and respected.

Since 2009, Transgender day of Visibility (TDOV) has been a day for the Trans community to be visible, to take up space and to raise their voices in celebration.

With classes kicking off this week, we take a look at how HE O Week welcomed new and returning students.

To help you steer clear of queues on campus, here are five tasks you can complete from the comfort of your couch.

A new look O Week took place last week, attracting hundreds of VE students to both Brunswick and Carlton.

This year for International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we spoke to some HDR students about their journeys as women in STEM.

Three RMIT University students will have the opportunity to pursue their studies overseas in 2024 after being awarded the prestigious New Colombo Plan scholarships.

The creative community that Kirra found in her Advanced Diploma of Professional Screenwriting allowed her to develop her creative craft and explore new areas of filmmaking.

Eliza not only navigated the challenges of university life but has also turned every experience into a stepping stone for personal and professional growth.

Looking for a change after a 20-year career as a press journalist, RMIT graduate Marion is now having the ANZ rights to her historical novel Freda acquired by major international publishing house HarperCollins.

Redbacks captain Matthew Peart is set to graduate with a wealth of experience on the back of his involvement with RMIT Sport.

After navigating challenges and embracing opportunities as a student, Chrissy is excited to create a culturally safe space for her community to heal mentally and physically.

Zeynep embarked on a transformative journey that would lead her to the proud moment she finds herself in today—on the brink of officially becoming a graduate of RMIT.

Determination to get the most out of her time at RMIT led Felicia to become an inspiring mentor for aspiring university students, using her wealth of experiences as a source of guidance.

Master of Teaching Student Khoi Dinh Tran has committed the last two years of his life to preparing himself for a career in the classroom.

After a seven-year career break and with no prior tertiary study experience, Janelle Cleven shares her inspirational story in harnessing Vocational Education to return to the workforce.

On December 3rd each year, RMIT recognises International Day of People with Disability.

Students from the RMIT volunteering community have been recognized by their peers as our 2023 Student Volunteer Champions for their contribution to different events.

Making the move from Vietnam to Australia, advertising graduate Minh discovered a new academic passion and a second home right here in Melbourne.

Not only has Vashti overcome personal challenges to excel in her Bachelor of International Studies degree, but she has done so while giving fellow students experiences to remember along the way.

After harnessing opportunities throughout her studies, Kayla emerged as a remarkable force in the world of law.

Students from the first graduating cohort of the Melbourne Cricket Education Academy (MCEA), which is powered by RMIT, are turning their childhood dreams into reality as they step up to bat in new jobs at Cricket Victoria.

As the first member of her family to attend university, Jane made the most of the support and opportunities that RMIT offers while completing her PhD.

Every month a student from our volunteering community is recognized as Volunteer of the Month for their contribution to different events.

From navigating the challenges of academia to representing RMIT on the global stage, Hannah Rutherford embodies the spirit of a new generation of graduates.

Talented sports photographer Sofia Ruggiero will graduate from the Bachelor of Arts (Photography) with a wealth of experience on the back of her involvement in the RMIT Sports Media Program.

Jyoti’s life as an RMIT student was filled with participation in various clubs and communities, and she embraced each experience as an opportunity for growth, enrichment and inspiration.

After moving from Canberra to Melbourne, RMIT graduate Carl Emmerson embarked on his journey become a screenwriter.

Bret’s journey from a freelancer seeking a career change to a rising star in the screen industry is nothing short of inspiring.

Working with the Bowen Street Press (BSP), students of the Master of Writing and Publishing program celebrated their contributors, designers and editors who helped make the Anthologies Series a reality.

Ryan Tai Jia Hoong, an international student who will be graduating from the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) this year, had an unusual way of getting to know Victoria – from the skies.

Two Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise) students were given the astounding opportunity to showcase their projects to fashion giant HUGO BOSS.

Every month a student from our volunteering community is recognized as Volunteer of the Month for their contribution to different events.

RMIT once again shines bright in the realm of university sports, celebrating the outstanding achievements of its talented athletes and dedicated volunteers at the 2023 Redbacks Awards Party, a night of prestige and recognition within the RMIT Active community.

RMIT’s drama club, RedActs, are excited to perform their newest show, Heathers: The Musical this November.

Bestselling Australian author Alice Pung spoke with CoVE students about her novel ‘One Hundred Days’ and what it means to be a writer. Professional Writing and Editing student Wen Yee shares her experience as an attendee.

RMIT affirms its commitment to First Nations People and encourages everyone in the University community to reflect and continue to engage with the important conversations taking place.

With assessments on the horizon, the guidance of study support can help propel you into academic success.

With a strong desire to create and work with her hands, Lucinda's journey at RMIT was filled with passion, growth, and unique experiences.

Australian-owned non-custodial Crypto Exchange, Elbaite, has partnered with our College of Business and Law’s Executive MBA program, providing students with industry projects and guest lectures centered on digital reputation and AI.

Educators and students came together for the annual Learning and Teaching festival to connect, collaborate and share their ideas on the future of learning.

Our mighty team of RMIT Redbacks student-athletes ascended on the Gold Coast (Kombumerri) to battle it out for glory at the 2023 UniSport Nationals, 24-30 September.