Emelie Dahlskold, 26 August, 2024 | PhD graduates Wala Draidi, Paula Sobenko Hatum, and Katie Buchhorn
The QUT Centre for Data Science has recently celebrated its PhD graduates, showcasing the collaborative and community-oriented nature of the research environment in the Centre. Here are some key takeaways from the graduates themselves:
- Wala Draidi highlighted the transformative experience at the Data Science Centre, noting the dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment that pushed her to grow both professionally and personally.
- Katie Buchhorn expressed her gratitude for the sense of community and support throughout her PhD journey, emphasizing the importance of having a supportive network during the highs and lows of the experience.
- Jing (Roy) Yang echoed these sentiments, noting the significance of the supportive community at QUT and the meaningful connections made during the PhD journey.
- Shubham Sharma stressed the value of building lasting friendships and the impact of a supportive community on making the PhD journey not only productive but also memorable.
- Owen Forbes spoke about his proudest achievement of contributing to building a community around mental health, wellbeing, and self-care for HDRs through the "Peers and Pizza" program.
- Mythreyi Velmurugan described her diverse experiences as a tutor and lecturer, highlighting how she maximized the opportunities to develop professional, networking, and communication skills.
These experiences share a strong sense of community and collaboration within the QUT Centre for Data Science. Connecting with peers, receiving support during challenging times, and celebrating successes together is an integral part of the PhD journey.
Congratulations to our 2024 PhD graduates!
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