The American College of Lifestyle Medicine offered its members a large-scale, evidence-based intervention created by our own Darren Morton. And it worked—supporting mental health and improving wellbeing. So, we asked the pioneering researcher some questions. These are his answers.
Success coach
Friday, May 26, 2023Sharee Tagala tried not to become a teacher but would invariably find herself in teaching-type roles. Now she’s helping teachers-in-training be the best they can be.
“I’m glad I chose nursing”
Friday, May 26, 2023Taylor Watson grew up 20 minutes from our Sydney campus on the grounds of Sydney Adventist Hospital but had never heard of Avondale University until her grandmother became ill.
A dream job
Friday, May 12, 2023A community that cares. This is how alumna Margaret Graham describes her new workplace and her experience at Avondale. Her lecturers and classroom mentor made time for me, she says. Now this teacher is doing the same for her students.
A pastoral presence
Thursday, May 11, 2023Shanan Reynaud’s life experience has perfectly prepared him for his new role: Residential Life Coordinator. “I’ve come to recognise that trials and tragedy are integral to growth, and they give me a new perspective.” We asked him some questions. Here are the answers he gave.
Super science teacher
Friday, April 28, 2023Ellie Penman didn’t find her science teaching degree easy but learning about the “intricate way the world works” is “one of the best decisions I’ve made.” A new graduate, where is she now?