Maria

Executive Committee – Coursework Education Officer

Maria Lammerding

Study

Master of Journalism and International Relations

Arts

Portfolio

The Coursework Education Officer is responsible for liaising with appropriate bodies in relation to issues pertaining to graduate coursework students of Monash University and ensuring that the concerns of coursework students are brought to the attention of the MGAEC.

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Background

I am an international student from Canada. In 2021, I completed my Bachelor of Arts in political science with a focus on comparative politics from the University of British Columbia. I am in my final term of a Masters in International Relations and Journalism. This degree combines my fascination for international politics and my love of writing. After completing my studies, I am keen to work for an international organisation, researching, analysing, and writing about the complex systems which influence global relations and contemporary issues. A couple of specific areas of interest to me are Southeast Asia and investigative journalism.

This is my second term with MGA, and I am excited to be working for the graduate community once again. I strongly believe in building and growing a supportive community, especially within a university setting, and I am eager to do my part in cultivating that through being part of the executive committee.

Personal Interests

The love of my life is traveling as I feel most comfortable out of my comfort zone. And aside from the basic interests of movies and reading, I am (ridiculously) obsessed with dogs!

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