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Nominations for Institute of Health and Wellbeing Learning and Teaching Committee open from 29 September – 10 October.  

What's involved?    

We are looking for an undergraduate student representative and a postgraduate student representative on the Institute of Health and Wellbeing Learning and Teaching Committee. Share your insights and ideas and help improve teaching practices, curriculum design, and student support across the university. 

What's the eligibility criteria? 

 You are eligible to apply if you are: 

    • studying at the University within Australia at a time fraction of 0.5 or more 
    • not employed by the University at a time fraction of 0.5 or more 
    • aged 18 years or over 
    • not serving a custodial sentence 
    • have two endorsers (current students or staff)  

Read the position descriptions for more info. 

    • Position Description – Undergraduate student rep 
    • Position Description – Postgraduate student rep 

Note: If more students nominate than positions available, then we will proceed to a vote. 

Who are we and what do we do? 

As a sub-committee of the IHW Board of Governance, the Institute of Health and Wellbeing Learning and Teaching Committee focuses on learning and teaching matters. It plays a central role in shaping the educational direction of the Institute by:  

    • Advising senior leadership on learning and teaching strategy.  
    • Promoting innovative teaching practices and technologies.  
    • Supporting professional development, mentoring, and recognition of teaching excellence.  
    • Aligning institute goals with broader university strategies and regulatory standards.  
    • Reviewing teaching related proposals and initiatives before they progress to the IHW Board.

Why join? 

Get involved in committee work and help shape key decisions at Federation. This is a fantastic opportunity to:   

  • shape the student learning experience  
  • collaborate with academic staff and peers  
  • develop leadership and communication skills  
  • enhance your resume with meaningful committee experience 

Current members 

  • Danielle Wagstaff – Chair 
  • Loretta Garvey 
  • Helena Anolak  
  • Marie-Louise Bird 
  • Amanda Timmer
  • Chyrisse Heine 
  • Rob Aughey 
  • Rachel Grieve 
  • Megan Jenkins 
  • Maryam Ghasemi 
  • Tiffany Winchester 
  • Elissa Dabkowski 

Our meetings 

25 November, 2025 
20 January, 2026
17 March, 2026
12 May, 2026
7 July, 2026
1 September, 2026
27 October, 2026

Got questions? We’re here to answer. 

Should you have any questions about the Institute of Health and Wellbeing Learning and Teaching Committee, contact Danielle Wagstaff, the Associate Dean, Learning and Teaching – d.wagstaff@federation.edu.au