Indigenous studies team
Our team bring together their diverse perspectives, expertise and experiences, enabling us to provide students with an inclusive and supportive learning environment. Through our research, teaching and engagement, we strive to promote Indigenous empowerment, resilience and wellbeing.
You can find us at Bilya Marlee – meaning ‘river of the swan’ and the home of the School of Indigenous Studies at UWA. We’re always here to have a yarn and can offer support and advice with any enrolment, tutoring, accommodation and wellbeing needs.
Drop by Bilya Marlee or get in touch at +61 8 6488 3428 or [email protected]
Leadership
Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Education &
Dr Richard Walley
Cultural Advisor
Indigenous student engagement
Dr Elaine Lopes
Associate Director, Teaching Development & Transition
Carly Aitchison
Senior Coordinator, Indigenous Student Experience
Shaun Wright
Senior Coordinator, Higher Degree Research & Postgraduate (Indigenous)
Tori Oakley
Senior Indigenous Student Experience Officer
Kayla Johns
Student Engagement Officer
Kyle Ennis
Senior Indigenous Student Experience Officer
Samantha Garlett
Project Manager, Equity & Indigenous Initiatives
(Student Support Services)
Teaching and research
Dr Jessyca Hutchens
Lecturer
Operations
Nerry Nichols
Acting Director, Indigenous Student Services
& Business Manager
Sabrina Swift
Senior Coordinator, Indigenous Education Operations & Executive Assistant (PVC, Indigenous Education)
Eva Chye
Executive Officer
Samantha Brayne
Indigenous Workforce Engagement Specialist
Stephen Lawrie
Project Officer
Amy Gribble
Administrative Officer