Alumni career stories
Sharp minds and brave ideas in action. UNSW Science alumni are building rewarding careers across the globe - driving progress, shaping industries, and creating positive impact in their communities and beyond. Here are some of their stories.
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Renee Wootton Tomlin
Renee Wootton Tomlin
From a Graduate Diploma in Aviation (Flying) to Director, New Market Development at LanzaJet.
“Don’t underestimate the power of your lived experience and cultural background. The world needs diverse thinkers."
Gurinder Nagra
Gurinder Nagra
From a Bachelor of Advance Science with Honours to Founder and CEO of Furno Materials.
"Focus on cultivating curiosity, clarity of thought, and the courage to try unconventional things."
Tempe Adams
Tempe Adams
From a PhD in Environmental Science to Scholar at the Okavango Research Institute and co-creator of the Botswana Elephant Centre.
“Passion, persistence and patience in equal measure are what keep the work going.”
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Want to hear more alumni stories?
Check out these videos of alumni from across UNSW - including Science alumni Lauren Kress and Dr Tim Sharp (aka. Dr Happy) - as they answer questions from other UNSW alumni.