Department of Social Work Alumni Profiles
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Social Work: Emma Puddy
Emma Puddy has completed both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Social Work at the University of Melbourne.
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Social Work: Jennifer Davidson (nee Donovan)
When Jennifer Davidson started university, her current career field didn’t even exist. She now draws on her studies in arts, law and social work, researching integrated legal and social work practice, and teaching law and policy to social workers.
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Social Work: Olga Gountras
Although she arrived at the University of Melbourne with a plan to study psychology, Olga Gountras discovered her true passion lay with social work.
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Social Work: Rachel Blance-Palmer
After doing her Master of Social Work at the University of Melbourne, Rachel Blance-Palmer has now returned to complete her PhD to embrace her interest in research.
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Social Work: Marie Vakakis
Giving back is important to Marie Vakakis. Since studying a Master of Social Work, she has opened her own counselling and psychology practice and started a podcast for social workers.
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Social Work: Lucy Burnett
In her role at Jesuit Social Services, Lucy Burnett (Master of Social Work 2016) works with the ReConnect Program, a program designed to support people with high rates of recidivism to reintegrate into the community after release from prison.
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Social Work: Miriam Suss OAM
Miriam Suss OAM (BA 1972, GDip Social Studies 1972) was determined to become a social worker from the age of 16. With of over 30 years, experience as a social worker and community development professional Miriam is still giving to the community in her role as a Board Director.
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Social work: Janet Farrow OAM
Janet Farrow OAM (BSW 1988) came into her own upon entering the University. Her illustrious career since graduating has been defined by a ceaseless drive to alleviate distress and solve social problems.
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Social Work: Kristal Allison
Kristal Allison is a Senior Policy Officer at the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services.