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Testimonials - From Australian University Students
Purposeful Cultural Exchange
Connecting Australian University Students with the Fiji Islands
It’s been a privilege to see increasing numbers of Australian University Students immerse themselves into Fijian culture, expand their global understanding and collaborate with Fiji during our in-country and remote programs.
Here is a sample of recent interviews we’ve recorded with Australian University Students to share their learning and experiences…
Student Testimonials - Service Learning Projects (Fiji)
"I'll Never Forget the Friends I've Made in Fiji"
Ashley - Murdoch University
" An enjoyable, lifechanging experience''
Alice - University of Queensland
"I have a whole new view of the world''
Simran - University of Queensland
''The relationships and friendships we formed were absolutely insane''
Katya - University of Notre Dame
'It has impacted my confidence and leadership skills immensely''
Claudia - Swinburne Uni of Technology
''It's the best thing I've ever done, I definitely want to go back next year!''
Kaitlyn - University of Newcastle
"Coming here I've learn you shouldn't work FOR people, you should work WITH them.''
A Credit Bearing Sports Placement - James Cook University Students
Student Testimonials - Faculty Led Study Tours (Fiji & Remote)
Global Immersion Guarantee (Monash)
What is the Global Immersion Guarantee?
This year, Think Pacific facilitated the Global Immersion Guarantee (GIG) programme in Fiji for 64 students from Monash University – in partnership with The University of the South Pacific (USP) and other NGO’s and local partners.
The GIG programme is a fieldwork elective unit worth 12 credit points at Monash University, that takes students to one of six countries at the end of their first year to learn from local experts about global issues. This global immersion experience gives young people the opportunity to develop their intercultural competency, global outlook, and employability.
The theme of the programme in Fiji was eco-tourism and conservation in the South Pacific. Across the two weeks, students engaged in classroom seminars and field-based activities that ranged from a panel discussion on climate change with global leaders, a welcoming ceremony performed by the USP iTaukei Students’ Association, a weekend living in a traditional villages to experience indigenous culture and visiting to a castaway islands to explore coral farms and mangrove planting initiatives.
Breakfast at Fiji One - Monash 'GIG' Interview
Check out this video of our Study Tour Manager, Susana Vulawalu speaking with Sarah Gosper (Monash) and Anitelu Mata (USP) about how we work together with the University of the South Pacific and Monash University in Australia to facilitate the Global Immersion Guarantee Programme.
What are the positive ripple effects of Study Tours for Fiji?
“We generate income for the economy, the students they purchase our handicrafts and buy foods from our restaurants so they are contributing to the economy. GIG is more than just the three of us, USP, Monash and Think Pacific. It involves a lot of local enterprises and businesses such as Namosi Eco Retreat, Lelevia, Uti Ni Yalo, Students Associations and our local students. It’s really giving back to the local community and our local partners.”
Feedback From Our Fiji Study Tour Students...
Izabel - Griffith University
Business Study Tour
Selena - Griffith University
Public Health Study Tour
Harrison - University of Newcastle
Psychology Study Tour
Simon - Griffith University
Business Study Tour
Harmony - Griffith University
Business Study Tour
Pasquale - Griffith University
Business Study Tour
Feedback From Our Remote Study Tour Students...
Eloise - University of Newcastle
Catherine - University of Newcastle
Nicolas - Uninversity of Newcastle
Student Testimonials - Remote Programs
Feedback From Our Remote Fiji Internships
Daniel - University of South Australia
Daniel highlights significant value of developing cultural awareness and understanding, and the real world impact of program for the local organisations on the ground in Fiji.
Hamah - Monash University
Hannah discusses building her knowledge of international development and women’s rights by working on an action project for FemLink Pacific.
More Testimonials....
Shaun - University of Newcastle
Shaun highlights the self-leadership and cultural competency gained from pursuing a remote mental health internship with Think Pacific, working on a campaign for LifeLine Fiji.
Charlie - Monash University
Charlie discusses using Rugby as a tool to support the advocacy programs for the Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre, and the connections made through remote global collaboration.
Eleanor - Charles Sturt Uni
Eleanor joined our Environmental Virtual Internship, designing a five year strategy proposal for Fijian conservation organisation, Nature Fiji.
Brandon - University of South Australia
Brandon explains how he was able to gain real-world experience whilst designing his business plan for an organisation in Fiji.
Sanjana - Deakin University
Hear Sanjana’s story as she recently completed her Global Health internship, having worked with the Fijian Ministry of Health and Medical Services. Her action project was to conduct market research on Fiji’s Wellness Program, and to feedback with improvements that the Ministry can adopt.
Veronica - Deakin University
Veronica reflects on the cultural learning that she gained whilst on the internship, and how the experience opened her eyes to a new way of living.
Charlie - University of Canberra
Listen to Charlie as he talks about his experiences learning a different culture and how this has given him a new found confidence.
Jackson Grange - Australia National University
Jackson talks of how his internship taught him how to write for real NGOs and has given him real life experience.
Luke - Griffith University
Luke created a video series for the Ministry of Youth and Sports that addresses both physical and mental fitness.
Testimonials - Fijian University Students
Fiji National University & University of the South Pacific
Meroni - University of the South Pacific
Nafiza - Fiji National University
Chris - University of the South Pacific
Nicole - University of the South Pacific
Amelia - University of the South Pacific
Dimua - University of the South Pacific
Learn More About Our Global Mobility Programmes
In-Country and Remote
As a local Fijian Organisation, we’ve built our reputation supporting over 70 global universities, delivering award winning international placements and short-term mobility programs. We provide expert study tours, service learning, cultural immersion or internships within Fiji or remotely with Fiji.
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