Conversation Series: In conversation with: Brendan Murray

Across the season we have an exciting program of speakers joining us in conversations spanning food resilience, First Nations stories and perspectives, soil health, sustainability and more.  Find the full program of speakers online, and join us in conversation!

In this inspirational yarn, pakana man Brendan Murray reflects on his journey from illiterate adult to tertiary student, studying a bachelor degree a the University of Tasmania, and considers the importance of education, culture and resilience in the context of living in contemporary Tasmania.

Brendan Murray is a student engagement officer at riawunna. The University of Tasmania’s riawunna team is focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student success, providing a culturally welcoming space for Aboriginal students to study, access academic and cultural support and be part of a dynamic community of learners.

“I’m sharing my life story to help Aboriginal children get the best education outcomes out of life and bring about positive change on the North-West Coast,’’ said Brendan.

This conversation will be MC’d by Dr Jen Evans, and is hosted in partnership with the University of Tasmania.