World Teachers' Day – Say thanks to your teacher

Celebrate your teachers and share a message of thanks with a teacher who has positively impacted your time at uni.

World Teachers’ Day is recognised globally on 5 October and provides the opportunity for our students and alumni to express their appreciation to teachers at RMIT for everything they do.

Our teachers deserve to be recognised for their hard work and dedication to delivering the best experience for our students. So, if you’re a student or alumni, drop a message into the form below and shout out your favourite teacher or share an experience that has impacted your learning at RMIT.

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Share a message of gratitude or appreciation with any of the amazing educators at our University. 

Please note, the information you provide in this form will be used in accordance with the RMIT Privacy Statement, may be shared with your teacher and may appear on the RMIT website and social media platforms. By submitting this form, you agree to the information you provided being used in this way.

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World Teachers' Day student messages

Here's a few of the thank you messages students have written to their teachers.

Want to write your own message to a teacher? Complete and submit the form above!

Teacher: Simon Watkins, Engineering Lecturer and Supervisor

Message: Thank you to my fantastic engineering lecturer and supervisor, Simon! You're one of the most energetic and passionate people I've ever met. A massive thank you for all your years of service lecturing and teaching, and for supporting me. 

Student: Ari

Teacher: Olivier Cotsaftis, Master of Design and Innovation Technology

Message: I would like to thank my professor Olivier, he has had a great impact on me and is the kind of guy who makes me question every step that I take, and that is something that I'm very grateful for because it leads me to design with purpose.  

Student: Trishla

Teacher: Jega Jegatheesan, Environmental Engineering

Message: I would like to thank my teacher Jega, he's been my supervisor for 2 semesters and I really love the advice he gives. Whenever I'm stuck he always tries to help me out, and gave me extensions when I needed them. Thankyou so much and happy World Teachers Day! 

Student: Tanvi

Teacher: James Harland, Computing Theory

Message: Dr. Harland made the course content super fun and interactive, which is rare for a super theoretical course like this. I found the assignments very thought provoking and interesting, and actually made me really enjoy a field of computing which is usually super dry and abstract. Doing this course definitely impacted my studies and my career, and made me approach computer science in a different manner. Thanks Dr. Harland, I hope you understand the immense impact you have made on thousands of students over your career!

Student: Suriya

Teacher: Estrid He, Further Programming

Message: Hi Estrid! Happy World Teachers Day! Thank you so much for teaching me further programming! Your lectures were the best lectures I've had. You go through the content so thoroughly and have so many coding examples with problems that we might face during our assignment. Whenever I had a bug I would go through the lectures and voila you would have already covered how to resolve it and why it is causing a problem. I really enjoyed learning from your classes and am slightly sad that you don't teach all my other classes. Thank you so much, you're the best!

Student: Tommy

Teacher: Jillian Cavanagh, Key Concepts in HRM, Strategic HRD

Message: Hi Prof Jillian, Happy World Teachers' Day! I would like to say a big thank you for your guidance and support to me throughout the two semesters. I have truly learnt so much in your class, and I will always carry your advice with me even out of the classroom. You are always there to help me, and other students, and for this, I am so thankful. Thank you for leaving such a great impact in my academic learning journey, and beyond.

Student: Jessica

Teacher: Rory Gover, Mechanical Engineering

Message: Thank you, Doctor Rory Gover, for your support in my capstone project, as well as all the other classes that I've taken with you. You've been invaluable to my degree! 

Student: James

Teacher: My Nguyen, Finance

Message: Thank you Miss My for being such a great teacher and always supporting me in ways beyond my studies. Happy World Teachers Day! 

Student: Jocelyn

Teacher: Stella Stylianou, Mathematical and Geospatial Sciences, Biostatistics

Message: Thank you so much Professor Stella! There's not another teacher like you who teaches with so much care and dedication like you do.

Student: Shreya

Teacher: Patricia Pariona-Cabrera, Predictive HR Analytics

Message: Dr Patricia!! Happy World Teachers' Day! You truly deserve this shoutout. You have been so encouraging, helpful, supportive and approachable since the first week of class. Always helping not just me, but the entire class! Thank you for going beyond to support me, I really appreciate it so much and I will always remember your kindness! You are a great lecturer, and I hope you know that too!

Student: Jessica

Teacher: Daniel Rayne, Marketing Communication

Message: Thank you for being so supportive at every stage of my studies at RMIT. University felt welcoming and comforting because of amazing tutors like you. I'll always be grateful to you for your support and understanding. Master's didn't feel overwhelming and intimidating because of your kindness and I felt heard.

Student: Anushi

Teacher: Nat Morawski, Photography and Digital Imaging

Message: I’m very grateful to Nat for her support and the fundamental knowledge she shared with us. It was crucial, as without this foundation I wouldn’t have been able to progress. Thank you, Nat!

Student: Natalia

Teacher: Kendall Herbert, Leadership and Management

Message: It was truly a blessing to be in your class last semester, and I truly enjoyed it from Week 1! Your radiant and positive energy brightened up the class despite how tired I was, with assignments. Thank you for always making the weekly class so enjoyable and interactive, and still encouraging and supporting me beyond the Leadership module! I am sure you will leave incredible impact to other students as well.

Student: Jessica

Teacher: Jane Moon, Haematology

Message: I just want to sincerely thank you for the guidance, patience, and encouragement you’ve given me. Your way of teaching goes beyond the classroom you’ve not only shared knowledge, but you’ve inspired me to keep growing, to stay curious, and to believe in myself. I truly appreciate the time, care, and effort you put into helping me learn. It has made a real difference in my journey, and I’ll always be grateful for it.

Student: Zainab

Teacher: David Law, PhD Supervisor

Message: Thank you so much for your guidance and support. I truly appreciate the way you make learning clear and engaging, and how you always encourage me to do my best. Your patience and dedication have made a big difference in my journey, and I’m grateful to have you as PhD Supervisor.

Student: Md Hamidul

Teacher: Hannah Meacham, Issues in Diversity, Contemporary Issues in SHRM

Message: Thank you for being one of the most helpful lecturers, extending the support I truly need and giving me the encouragement during assignment period and even when it is not too! I appreciate your guidance so much, and truly thankful to have you as my lecturer! Happy World Teachers' Day!!

Student: Jessica

Teacher: Leslie Crudupt, English

Message: Thank you for everything that you have taught me in this 10 week course. I can't believe how far I have come. Your guidance during my training has been invaluable.

Student: Minh

Teacher: Derek Hao, Supervisor

Message: I sincerely thank Dr. Derek Hao for being an inspiring mentor. He himself is an exceptional researcher, setting an example of hard work and devotion, while always encouraging me to excel in research and beyond.

Student: Ayesha

Teacher: Vandra Harris Agisilaou, Global Studies, PhD Supervisor

Message: I write this note fully aware that words cannot capture the depth of my gratitude. Thank you for serving as my primary PhD supervisor alongside Professor Charlie. What I have most valued in your mentorship is your ability to provide detailed and challenging feedback on every submission, which has sharpened my thinking and strengthened my academic voice. Under your guidance, I have not only grown intellectually as a PhD candidate but have also had the privilege of beginning work as a sessional academic at RMIT. As an international student, I have always felt supported and encouraged to express my ideas freely, which speaks volumes of your expertise and generosity as a mentor. I sincerely wish you continued success and fulfillment, both professionally and family life! Stay blessed!

Student: Kudakwashe

Teacher: Jane Mollar, Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)

Message: Jane, I'd like to say thank you for your incredible teaching in our course that I've enjoyed largely thanks to you this past year. Thank you for all your arduous and diligent effort: marking our work, providing extensive feedback for our improvement, making amazing slides and extremely informative presentations, and all the work you do behind the scenes. Thanks for explaining things in a way that is thorough yet easy to understand. Thank you for believing in us! In your class, I feel capable, encouraged, inspired, and overall positive about my work and the content to come, and even a career in the future. You get me through the slog of the course and I don't know if I would make it otherwise. Thank you so much for being such an inspiring teacher Jane!

Student: Stephanie

Teacher: Stefan Kasapis, Rheology and Food Biophysics

Message: I am never going to be able to look at tomato sauce, honey, yoghurt the same! The information taught in this subject has shown the steps that can be taken in order to develop (or change) a food product. This subject is eye opening and I would like to thank you for developing a course that is relevant to the food industry, where we are taught skills that are practical and useful for our future careers. What I have learned so far in rheology has changed how I perceive food and how it is produced. Your passion for rheology is contagious and it has been a privilege to be in your class. You have explained a difficult subject very well and you have ignited in me a genuine interest in the subject.

Student: Carol

Teacher: Leighton Powell, Theory to PPL Ground Theory Instructor, RMIT Aviation

Message: Leighton has been so helpful throughout our accelerated course, going above and beyond to create multiple practice quizzes, pulling from past students and the questions we as a cohort have specifically struggled with. He explains things clearly, and always has time to answer questions. He connects well with us, and always ensures we understand the material before he moves on (without needlessly dwelling on what we already know). He's a passionate ground instructor and I appreciate him thoroughly.

Student: Otto

Teacher: Patricia Pariona-Cabrera,  Predictive HR Analytics

Message: I just want to say how grateful I am for all the support and encouragement you’ve given us in Predictive HR Analysis. You’ve been so approachable and always willing to spend extra time consulting with students, patiently listening to our concerns and answering every question with care. Your dedication and positivity have truly inspired me, not only to learn the subject better but also to enjoy the process. Thank you for going the extra mile to make sure we feel supported and motivated. You are such a wonderful lecturer, and I feel lucky to have had the chance to learn from you!

Student: Hoang

Teacher: Lydia Thiagarajah, Business and Corporations Law

Message: I would like to sincerely thank you for teaching me Business and Corporations Law in Semester 1. Your approachable style and genuine enthusiasm for the subject created an engaging and supportive environment that truly made learning enjoyable. I especially appreciate the way you explained complex concepts with such clarity, which not only made them easier to understand but also sparked my interest in law more than I expected. Thank you again for your dedication and for making my first semester at RMIT a memorable experience.

Student: Ghalib

Teacher: Karen Luu, Design Thinking for Business

Message: I'd like to give you a heartfelt Thank you for your support and kindness during my brief time in Design Thinking for Business. Even the shortest period of time can have a strong impact, and this has been the case here. I've loved the study and I'm already applying it to my professional work. Many thanks again and all the very best to you!

Student: Anna

Teacher: Andrew Hung, Computational Biology

Message: Happy Teacher’s Day! I sincerely thank you for always guiding and supporting me. Because of your mentorship, I have successfully completed my project and learned many valuable skills. I am also grateful that you considered me a good student and kindly referred me to Vipul. With your and his support, I feel more confident that I can achieve my dreams.

Student: Palak

Teacher: Sanjeev Abeynayake, Strategic Marketing

Message: Shoutout to Sanjeev for being the best teacher I've had at RMIT. He spent extra time giving us audio feedback on assignments, doing videos to help us with assignments many weeks prior to them being due so we could implement them, and has a great way of explaining content so it is easy to understand.

Student: Amy

Teacher: Jiapei Du, Geotechnical Engineering

Message: Thanks for your support and your clear explanation. You got me interested in geotechnical engineering.

Student: Jeffrey

Teacher: Mohamed Farrag, Networking

Message: Mohamed Farrag is the best teacher ever! His classes were always fun and he’s a kind person and a good soul. Blessed to have a teacher like him.

Student: Ipshia

Teacher: Shawn Mah, Financial accounting and analysis

Message: Thank you so much for your lessons and patience. I like your way of explanation, clearing doubts and treating the students. Thanks!

Student: Haritha 

Teacher: Vipul Bansal, Chemistry

Message: Happy Teacher’s Day! I’m really grateful for the chance you’ve given me — it inspires me to keep working toward my dreams. Looking at you motivates me even more to become a scientist. I hope to keep learning from you and one day grow into a great scientist too.

Student: Palak

Teacher: Derek Hao, Applied chemistry

Message: I would like to sincerely thank Dr. Derek Hao for his invaluable guidance and support in my studies. His patience, responsibility, and dedication to teaching have greatly enhanced my understanding and motivation. I truly appreciate the positive impact he has made on my academic journey.

Student: Ting Sun

Teacher: Paula Howard, Training and Assessment

Message: Thank you so much for guiding me through the course.  Without your great help, I would be lost. You made learning easier when learning gets tough. Thank you so much for your guidance and support.  Happy Teacher's Day.

Student: I-Chih

Teacher: Tamrin Stuart, Assess client massage needs

Message: Tamrin inspires confidence, she takes an active interest in us and I can tell she really cares about our potential. I really appreciate her engaging approach to teaching and how inviting she is. she encourages a safe environment to ask questions and give opinions when participating in class. I've seen a lot of personal growth I hadn't expected from myself so I'm thankful to her.

Student: Jasmine

Teacher: Tito Ambyo, Journalism Technologies

Message: Thank you for inspiring me every lesson Tito! Your kindness and passion don't go unnoticed. I will forever remember you as a positive part of my time at university; looking forward to continuing working with you in future!

Student: Aisha

Teacher: Ehsan Gharaie, PhD Supervisor

Message: I want to thank you, Ehsan, for supporting me. Your support made it possible for my PhD journey to begin. With your encouragement along the way, on a path where every single day brings a new challenge, you have made this journey feel so much easier. I’m also grateful for the trust you showed in me at times when I wasn’t sure whether I could handle some responsibilities. Having someone like you around makes such a challenging journey far less daunting.

Student: Navid

Teacher: Belinda Johnson, Psychology in Society

Message: Thank you for transforming my experience at RMIT from the very first semester. Your warmth and support have given me confidence to seek opportunities and your course was an essential piece in my professional journey. Big hugs

Student: Michelle

Teacher: Armen Dickranian, Use a range of techniques to solve mathematical problems

Message: You're the best Armen, thankyou for inspiring me to do my best and being a teacher I hope to oneday be.

Student: James

Teacher: Helen Rushby, Coastal rehabilitation and pest problems

Message: She is proactive and always there to help her students, it is motivating and sets the bar at a good standard!

Student: Skye

Teacher: Belinda Johnson, Psychology in Society

Message: Thank you for transforming my experience at RMIT from the very first semester. Your warmth and support have given me confidence to seek opportunities and your course was an essential piece in my professional journey. Big hugs

Student: Michelle

Teacher: Christine O'Connor, Apply remedial massage practice

Message: Christine individually checks up on our well being, she's very intuitive and knows all the right things to say which is a huge strength especially in the clinic when things can get a little hectic. I really appreciate her warmth and her great sense of humour!

Student: Jasmine

Teacher: Hiroko Ohashi, Japanese 1

Message: Thank you very much for making Japanese 1 such an enjoyable and interactive class. I really appreciate the variety of activities and the way you always encourage us to practise by asking questions and giving us chances to speak. Your politeness, patience, and clear explanations make the lessons easy to follow and motivating. Because of your teaching style, I always am so looking forward to classes that I arrive at the classes by nearly an hour prior to its starting time every week.

Student: Aamir

Teacher: Penny Brotja, Entrepreneur in Nutrition and Food

Message: I never thought that I would be studying a business type subject in a science course. This subject has shown me how companies may make the decision as to why they will go ahead and produce a food product or why they think that a product is worth putting the time and money into its development. This has been a valuable learning experience as working in the industry I have sometimes wondered why companies decide to go ahead with a product and this subject has filled in many blanks that help explain their reasoning. Thank you for all your hard work in putting together our course materials that makes this subject relevant and easy to understand.

Student: Carol

Teacher: Jessica Pallant, PhD Supervisor

Message: I just wanted to say thank you, truly, from the bottom of my heart. You have been so much more than just a supervisor to me. From day one, you were warm, kind, and made me feel welcome in a way that felt effortless but meant everything. You created space for me to grow, to learn, and honestly, and that’s something I’ll never forget. There were moments I doubted myself - a lot, actually, but you always had this gentle way of reminding me I could do it. You saw something in me when I couldn’t, and slowly, because of you, I started to see it too. You have had such a positive impact on me, not just professionally, but personally, too. I genuinely feel lucky to have crossed paths with someone like you. Thank you for being you.

Student: Aisha

Teacher: Tiendung (TJ) Le, Project Procurement and Ethics

Message: I want to take a moment to thank TJ, who has been an incredible teacher and a real source of inspiration throughout my journey at RMIT. He has a rare ability to make complex ideas practical, engaging, and relevant, and he consistently challenges us to think bigger and deeper as project professionals. For me personally, TJ has been a tremendous support not only in my studies but also in my role as President of the Project Management Chapter. He has been a vital link to our professional body, PMI, and a true champion for students striving to build their careers and confidence in the industry. Thank you, TJ, for your wisdom, encouragement, and genuine care for your students. You’ve made a lasting impact on my learning and leadership journey, and I know many others feel the same.

Student: Geoff 

Teacher: Kerri Moroney, Xero computerized accounting

Message: Thanks Kerri for teaching me Xero. I've used it at work ever since and the way you explained it was super clear, and I appreciated the in-class quizzes and activities you did with us to show us how it all works.

Student: Tamara

Teacher: Maya Fujioka, Japanese 1

Message: Thank you very much for making Japanese 1 such a fun and memorable experience. I really enjoy your energy and joking nature, which makes every class lively and engaging. Japanese 1 has become my favourite course among all the ones I have taken in the last 3.5 years of my degree. I truly appreciate the enthusiasm you bring and how it inspires us to learn with enjoyment.

Student: Aamir

Teacher: Senuri Wijenayake, PhD Supervisor

Message: I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my PhD supervisor. She has been incredibly calm, supportive, and helpful throughout my journey, not only guiding me academically but also caring about my personal well-being. Her encouragement and belief in me inspire me to give my best every day. I truly could not have asked for a better supervisor, and I am deeply grateful for everything she has done for me.

Student: Nethmi

Teacher: Hugh Stanford, The Urban Age

Message: Thanks for being so engaged with student discussions! Very few tutors take student ideas so seriously and help them develop these ideas in general class discussions. It really helps develop peoples understandings and treating them like adults makes everyone feel heard and valued and helps prepare them for the real world. Thanks!

Student: Joshua

Teacher: Halil Ali, Introduction to cyber Security

Message: Something I truly value about your teaching is how much you genuinely care about our success. You took the time to break down confusing concepts into simple, understandable parts and kept us engaged with your little funny examples along the way. I also really admire the effort you put into giving thoughtful feedback and making sure we truly understood the material. Your support and dedication have meant a lot to me—thank you for everything you’ve done to help us learn and grow.

Student: Jeevikaa

Teacher: Kamran Ghorbani, Communication Engineering

Message: Thank you for your efforts and motivation while teaching the Communication Engineering and Radar Systems courses, as well as for your supervision of my Capstone project (microwave amplifier) last year. I really appreciated your explanations of topics based on practical and real-world examples which I believe will be very useful for me in the future. I am expecting to graduate at the end of this year and thanks to you I have a keen interest in pursuing a career in RF and microwave.

Student: Jack

Teacher: Vivi Tan, Fundamentals of Contract Law

Message: Vivi, you are a great lecturer, informative and clear. Your genuine kindness and warmth towards students supports a really safe learning environment.

Student: Sarah

Teacher: Andrew Robinson, Footwear

Message: Thank you for your patience and support and helping us learn so many things this year.

Student: Roi

Teacher: Joshua Essumei, Youth Work

Message: Thanks so much for helping me and all your patience! You've been an amazing teacher this year!

Student: Alexa

Teacher: Cobina Crawford, Mental Health Peer Work

Message: Thanks Cobina, for being more than a teacher. You're a mentor, an inspiration, and most importantly, a peer. You've shown us all the spirit of peer work with your friendly professionalism, respect, and humanity. I have no doubt our practice, and our impact, will be enhanced by having learned with you.

Student: Eleanor

Teacher: Lisa Tabb, Principles and practices of nursing

Message: Thank you so much for all the support and guidance you have given me. I really appreciate the way you explain things very clearly and encourage me to do my absolute best. It makes learning so much easier and more enjoyable. I’m grateful for your patience and the effort you put into helping us succeed. It’s always a treat to have you as our teacher. Thankyou!

Student: Neha

Teacher: Nick Pateman, Approaches to Learning and Contemporary Issues

Message: You're an amazing teacher, Nick. Welcoming, excited to teach, understanding of student needs, and accommodating of them. You inspired me, and I looked forward to your classes every week. Your teaching methods, and your encouraging words and sentiments will stay with me throughout my future career. Happy World Teachers Day!

Student: Jazmin

Teacher: Kendall Herbert, Leadership and Management

Message: Thank you for always being so active and friendly. You make learning fun and never boring. This class has honestly been one of my favorites from all the semesters, and I really appreciate it! Happy Teacher’s Day!

Student: Dulana

Teacher: Firoz Alam, Engineering Dynamics, Mechanics of Machines

Message: Firoz makes every class engaging and entertaining, it is clear that Firoz cares about his students and wants them to do as good as they can. RMIT is very lucky to have Firoz, every student I have spoken to that has had Firoz as a teacher loves him!

Student: Josh

Teacher: Brooke Barker, Architecture

Message: Thank you for bringing so much enthusiasm and passion to class, it makes classes so much more enjoyable.

Student: Shefalee

Teacher: Man Hou, Operating Systems Principles

Message: I truly enjoyed watching your recorded lectures, the way you break concepts into clear, understandable steps, keep them engaging, and share such practical tips for our assignments made a huge difference. Thank you for making learning exciting and for putting so much care and effort into your teaching.

Student: Jeevikaa

Teacher: Trevor Bayley, Youth Work

Message: Trevor has been the best teacher ever. He has so much experience that he has shared with the class. I have learnt so much from him going into this sector. He has helped both me and my classmates to get through assignments, placement and hard times. I am thankful everyday that I have had a teacher and mentor like him. I appreciate him for sharing his music, making us laugh and being there for help when we need it. I have had the best opportunity with him as my teacher, so thankyou Trevor!

Student: Chloe

Teacher: Angela Marks-Boulton, Certificate III Individual Support

Message: Thanks for all the effort you have put into this course. Thanks for your patience and passion in every lesson. I have had a great time in the course and I enjoy your teaching in the class. You did a wonderful job! Keep  going!

Student: Eden

Teacher: Smita Jhajharia, Customise Complex ICT

Message: Smita teachers very well to all the students with great explanations throughout the course. She's really helpful and kind, each student feels valued.

Student: Niran

Teacher: Chris Canty, Precision Writing

Message: I can feel your passion in teaching and that really motivates me to attend the lectures. Thank you so much and I wish you all the best!

Student: Minh

Teacher: Jane McHenry, Certificate III Individual Support

Message: I'm so lucky to have Jane as my teacher. Jane is very nice and caring for students. I can tell that Jane loves teching and always tries her best to support the students. Hopefully in the future if I study again at RMIT I will have Jane as my teacher again.

Student: Thi

Teacher: Trevor Bayley, Diploma of Youth Work Class 2

Message: We love you so much, Trevor, you are the light of our lives and have consistently inspired us to become the best version of ourselves. You make coming into this cursed plumbing building absolutely worth the journey and delightful. You're engaging, funny, and have amazing taste in music, cutest niece, and the best ability to connect with students and create (amazing) career opportunities which we are all so grateful for. I speak for everyone when I say, we would never ever respect any teacher other than you again (Callum), and I speak for the trees when I say that no one would want any other teacher other than you. Thank you so much for making this year so memorable. We love you!

Student: Aleyna, Callum, Trees

Teacher: Janneke Blijlevens, PhD Supervisor

Message: I honestly learn so much from you just by being around you. You have such a strong grip on your research and a way of thinking that’s both sharp and grounded. I have noticed that every time I share just scattered thoughts with you, you somehow give them structure, the right words, and then tie them beautifully to theory and practice. It’s like magic, but the kind that comes from deep understanding and experience. Watching how you work and think has taught me a lot about how to be more organised and intentional myself. There’s a clarity and calmness in how you handle complexity, and it really stands out.  I’m grateful I get to learn from you and work alongside you. Thank you for being so inspiring and kind while doing it.

Student: Aisha

Teacher: Angela Marks-Boulton, Cert III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)

Message: Angie has been instrumental in invoking my interest in community support roles as I was very hesitant whether I am good fit or not. I had a very positive experience in Angie's class. We had students from very different background and cultures but she always encouraged inclusion and participation from all the students. Nobody felt left alone in the class. Her teaching style is fun and easy to learn with. She has very broad knowledge on so many subjects and I really liked her lifetime experience examples to simulate a particular scenario in the course. She has been my favourite teacher so far in all my studies. I want to thank her again for all her help and wish her all the very best! Keep smiling Angie!

Student: Deepak

Teacher: Jane McHenry, Certificate III Individual Support

Message: Thank you for all the support and guidance you’ve given me. I really appreciate the way you make learning easier and always encourage us to do our best. You’ve made a big difference in my learning and confidence.

Student: Yash

Teacher: Olga García-Caro Alcázar, LANG1221

Message: I have thoroughly enjoyed this module and found the content both engaging and thought-provoking. Dr García-Caro Alcázar’s teaching has greatly enhanced my understanding of professional ethics in the field, and I am confident that I will continue to benefit from this course as I progress through my studies. Thank you for offering such a valuable component in the program.

Student: Ming

Teacher: Carolyn McGinley, Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)

Message: She has imparted wisdom with humorous anecdotes and real life raw stories that are memorable. I also appreciate the fact that she has a lifetime of experience in the area she is teaching.

Student: Carolyn

Teacher: Abby (Abhinav) Shrivastava, Marketing Communication Strategy

Message: Thank you for teaching with all your passion. Your 3 hour lecture feels more like a conversation with a friend and not a 180 minute lecture. Thank you for clearly stating your expectations from us and always being available to have a conversation, about the subject or otherwise. "What would Abby do" is the first question I ask myself while working on an assignment and it automatically helps me discard all my bad ideas and inspire creative and critical thinking. It was a pleasure being your student in the first semester. I hope to be your student again later in the course.

Student: Aman

Teacher: Paula Howard, Training and Assessment

Message: Paula thank you for making my return to studies so enjoyable and supportive. Coming back to study after all of these years was a little daunting, but you have made the transition back so enjoyable and real. I appreciate you! You have really prepared us for what comes after we finish. The support you have provided us through the course has been absolutely amazing and our succuss might have looked very different if we didn't have you so THANK YOU!

Student: Rachel

Teacher: Amandeep Singh, Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)

Message: Learning from you has been such a pleasure and I can see why you are so highly regarded among students past and present. You have an amazing nature and your ability to engage the class and encourage questions and thought is awesome. You've made this course such a joy to do and I will honestly miss it when its finished. I joined this specific course because it was 6 months and having you as a teacher left me sad it wasn't 12 months because I'd happily learn from you! Thankyou for being funny and kind and really with us. You have empowered all of us.

Student: Mandy

Teacher: Harleen Kaur, Literacy and Numeracy

Message: Thank you so much for sharing your extensive knowledge, experience and creativity with us.  I have learned so much! I appreciate all your hard work and dedication. You are an inspiration!

Student: Yasmin

Teacher: Chris Hope, Digital Disruption

Message: Chris is an incredible teacher. Every class is engaging and he makes the sessions so inclusive and filled with learnings. He is the best university teacher I have ever had the honour of learning from.

Student: Arjun

Teacher: Jacqueline Cheng, Teacher Education Preparation

Message: Thankyou for helping my transition run from highschool to university smoothly! ensuring that all my needs are met and all questions are answered. supporting me and pushing me in semester one.

Student: Meredith

Teacher: Manpreet Kaur, Education

Message: Manpreet your class is always so fun and interactive. You make everyone feel included and not afraid to ask any questions we may have. Not to mention, bringing the sweet treats and stickers that we all love!

Student: Rubini

Teacher: Armen Dickranian, Mathematics

Message: I am not one to ever understand Maths, so the fact that you were able to help me understand means you are fantastic at your job. You made it fun and engaging, thank you!

Student: Natalia

Teacher: Dipto Prataksya, Database Concepts, Advanced Programming

Message: Your guidance and support have strongly shaped my learning journey. Truly grateful for your teachings.

Student: Guatam

Teacher: Mandeep Chahil, Advanced Financial Management

Message: Thanks for being a great teacher and an amazing course coordinator!

Student: Ghaeth

Teacher: Bess Schnioffsky, Global Political Economy

Message: Shoutout to Bess because she is the most engaging and passionate teacher I’ve had so far! She makes our content extra interesting and engaging and the early wake up worth it!

Student: Lenina

Teacher:  Sean Ryan, Fashion Practice Research Strategies

Message: Thanks for your hats and wisdom!

Student: Jennifer

Teacher: Vince Bruno, Business Data Management

Message: I wanted to express my genuine appreciation for your teaching and the learning experience I had last semester with you. I truly enjoyed attending your classes because I could feel your genuine passion and experience, not only for teaching but also for the work you do in business. The way you supported us through the assignments was exceptional. Your support went far beyond our expectations. You’ve been the most inspiring, down-to-earth, and conscientious lecturer I’ve studied with so far in my university life. On this special day, I sincerely and wholeheartedly wish you good health and all the best in continuing to share your passion and valuable lessons. Thank you so much for everything.

Student: Peri

Teacher: Michelle Spencer, Chemistry, PhD Supervisor

Message: I am extremely grateful to my senior supervisor, Prof. Michelle Spencer, for your invaluable advice, continuous support, and patience throughout my PhD. Your mentorship, insights and expertise have been invaluable, and I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from you. I am very thankful for the constructive feedback and your willingness to help me develop my writing and presentation skills, allowing me to communicate my research more effectively and confidently. I appreciate your flexibility and understanding in allowing me to balance my research and work opportunities. Your encouragement and thoughtful advice throughout made a significant difference.

Student: Patrick

Teacher: Cobina Crawford, Peer Work Practices

Message: Cobina has been the best thing about RMIT. She is so supportive and honestly such a wonderful human. She has been such a rock for everyone in our class, and we wouldn't be half the class without her. She is probably the only reason many of us have stuck at this as long as we have, so thank you so much for being such an amazing person.

Student: Axel

Teacher: Julian Lee, Associate Dean, Global and Language Studies

Message: Thank you for all your time and effort, especially with your support in helping me achieve and secure my first internship with AIYEP. I really appreciate the way you make learning enjoyable. You’ve helped me feel more confident and motivated, and I’m grateful for your support and encouragement.

Student: Yohanes

Teacher: Christina Scott-Young, Research Design and Methods

Message: Christina does not hesitate to support me and understands the constraints of my life. When I feel I can’t go through something, I talk to her and she completely understands everything I feel. She not only listens, but she also provides me with different support that relieves my bad feelings and boosts my confidence.

Student: Zuhur

Teacher: Karanja Njuguna, Youth Work Cert 4

Message: Thank you for all your support and guidance this year. I really appreciate the way you make learning interesting and always take the time to help me understand things. Your encouragement means a lot!

Student: Dante

Teacher: Joseph van Buuren, Criminology

Message: I just want to say thank you so much for being so helpful and kind. Always willing to explain something to me differently if I didn't understand or have a conversation about some random aspect of the content I latched onto. Joe was a massive part of me wanting to continue my degree after feeling discouraged in first semester and I truly thank him for that. I really just want him to know how much me and my other friends doing this course appreciate him and the way he presents everything to us. Thank you Joe!

Student: Sam

Teacher: Jason Pallant, Marketing Technologies

Message: I want to sincerely thank you for everything you taught us last semester. Your lectures made a strong impact, and now I often find myself curious about the personalised recommendations I see on Netflix, online shopping, or other platforms, wondering, "what martech are these companies using?" Your lessons genuinely inspired me to pursue a career in the MarTech industry. Keep up the excellent work!

Student: Jeys

Teacher: Namrita Kadalbajoo, Process and interpret data

Message: Thank you for always being so understanding and insightful in the way that you teach! You always make the subject interesting and teach in a way that makes things easy to learn.

Student: Catherine

Teacher: Tina Currie, Chemistry

Message: Always such a helpful teacher, me and my friends absolutely adore her! We all love you Tina

Student: Chyiane

Teacher: Louise McRoberts, Education

Message: Louise you are an asset to this course! Your enthusiastic manner and the way you make everyone feel included is unlike any other teacher. Even when I have no energy and need a pick me up, I always look forward to attending your class!

Student: Rubini

Teacher: Emma-Lou Griffin, Youth Work

Message: Emma-Lou made me love studying and determined to complete this course! She always challenged me in the best way possible and was supportive.

Student: Madison

Teacher: Amandeep Singh, Aged Care and Disability

Message: Your kindness, patience, and unwavering support made all the difference to every student in our class. What truly set you apart was your ability to share real stories, which grounded the material and prepared us for the practical realities of the job. Your infectious passion and deep commitment didn't just teach us; it inspired our own commitment to this important work. Thank you for everything.

Student: Helen Casey

Teacher: Bart J.A. van Bueren, Business Research Design

Message: I just want to say a big thank you to you for this semester's teaching! Thank you for giving us more knowledge than what is expected, which allows me to grow even better in my critical thinking and writing! You are always so funny and it makes the class more engaging! Happy Teacher's Day!

Student: Jessica

Teacher: Allyson (Ally) Crimp, Creativity for Advertising

Message:  I would like to formally commend Ally for her outstanding leadership in supporting students with disabilities and for fostering an inclusive and encouraging learning environment. Ally is a forward-thinking academic who not only supports her students but also challenges them to reach their full potential. I am sincerely grateful for Ally’s understanding, leadership, and course expertise, which have made a significant positive impact on my learning experience.

Student: Ariel

Teacher: Anamaria Ducasse, Language in the global workplace

Message: Shoutout to Anamaria, she is an awesome teacher and very passionate and engaging! My favourite Spanish teacher!

Student: Lenina

Teacher: Susanna Lin, Concerete Structures

Message: Thanks for your support, and for motivating me to do well in the course!

Student: Jeffrey

Teacher: Joshua Essumei, Diploma of Youth Work

Message: From last year to this year, I have appreciated everything that you have done! from the regular check ins and teaching of content, Thank you so much Joshua I have appreciated having you as a teacher and have learnt so much from you.

Student: Jessica

Teacher: Angela Meyer, Writing and Editing

Message: I think you are a wonderful teacher! You always make a huge effort to be engaging and explain concepts that may be difficult to understand. You offer really helpful feedback and your personal experience interwoven with your teaching is fantastic in showing us what the industry is like. I have learnt so much from you and it’s an absolute joy to be in your classes!

Student: Emma

Teacher: Don Smith, Biomedical Sciences and Allied Health

Message: Don is amazing! Very fun in class and so helpful with whatever questions we have or any help we need in the lab or with our assignments. Very grateful for your support and patience and being there for all students which I'm very thankful for. A very Happy World Teachers' Day for the Best Teacher!

Student: Maria

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