The 2024 Program to support Early Academic Careers (PEAC) concluded last week, with 28 early career academics nominated by their areas to participate in the six-month initiative. The program was delivered by 24 outstanding Curtin academic and professional staff, including PEAC alumni, who helped participants strengthen their professional skills, deepen their understanding of Curtin’s structures, and boost their confidence, career ownership and networks.

A special thank you to the following:

  • Ms Pam Spencer
  • Mr Sheldon Smith
  • Ms Jacqui Pike
  • Mrs Melinda Simpson
  • Professor Daniel Southam
  • Dr Eileen Aitken-Fox
  • Dr Robert Wells
  • Professor Julia Robertson
  • Ms Lisa Forstner
  • Mr Hai Binh Lam
  • Professor Michele Willson
  • Professor Dale Pinto
  • Professor Amy Tian
  • Professor Sonia Dickinson
  • Ms Elizabeth Baca
  • Associate Professor Susanna Castleden
  • Dr Caitlin Maling
  • Dr Arash Arami-Niya
  • Associate Professor Samantha Owen
  • Associate Professor Katie Ellis
  • Ms Vanessa Beasley
  • Associate Professor Katarina Miljkovic
  • Associate Professor Rebecca Walker
  • Professor Chris Rawson

The knowledge, tools and resources shared by these presenters were invaluable. Participants spoke highly of their contributions and are now better equipped to navigate their academic careers.

Elizabeth Baca (far left), Associate Professor Rebecca Walker (second from left), Professor Chris Rawson (second from right) with the 2024 PEAC participants.