“We have developed a wonderful community where students are invited to share in the research culture of the department."
Dr Alison Holland is a leading researcher in history and human rights, and cultivates a vibrant, student-centred learning environment.
"Law is dynamic and multifaceted and being able to introduce that to students is both a privilege and a passion."
As the Academic Head of the new Graduate Certificate in Financial Integrity Law, Dr Doron Goldbarsht is dedicated to empowering the next generation of thinkers and professionals.
"I'm not a believer in chalk and talk."
Senior Lecturer Dr Murray Taylor aims to break down the barriers between educator and student, fostering a robust and engaging classroom environment.
"I like to make my students the main characters of the classroom."
Dr Lin Yue’s innovative approach to teaching includes ‘flipped' classes where students play a leading role, as well as interview preparation sessions for future careers.
"My approach is to teach mathematics as a fun puzzle to solve."
Dr Richard Garner is a recipient of the Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Student-nominated Award. He brings his lectures to life by sharing the excitement of problem-solving through maths.
"I would like students to view me as their rock and their biggest fan."
Dr Irina Dedova teaches anatomy at the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences and has been dubbed a ‘cool mum’ by her students. After being nominated multiple times, in 2023 she was awarded a Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Student-nominated Award.
"A positive and inclusive environment is crucial for effective learning."
Macquarie Business School Lecturer Dr Hector Viveros Tapia is a recipient of the Vice-Chancellor’s Learning and Teaching Student-Nominated Award. He creates an inclusive learning environment that’s fun and interactive so students feel welcome and engaged.
'I treat students as partners in a mutual learning experience.'
Marketing communicator Stephanie Huang urges students to think creatively on subjects that shape both academic success and everyday life.
‘As an applied mathematician, I love to model the world around us.’
Senior Lecturer Dr Christian Thomas aims to inspire students and help them see the magic in mathematics.
‘Some of the very best innovations might start from a broken idea.’
Engineering lecturer and Macquarie University Research Fellow Dr Ali Lalbakhsh uses his research interest in antenna design as a real-life example to inspire his students to continue to fine-tune their own ideas.
'History provides skills that are useful for careers and good citizenship.'
History lecturer Dr Michelle Arrow draws on icebreaker games, group work and research projects to bring out the best in her students.
'I’m always on the lookout for career opportunities for my students.''
For Dr Lurion de Mello, Course Director of Applied Finance and Bachelor of Commerce (Finance), putting students first and helping them become well-rounded people is at the core of his teaching philosophy.