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More Than a Degree: Reflections on My Time in the Master of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Reflecting on my journey through the Master of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning — from cancer recovery to student advocacy, founding MiTSA, and learning the real lessons of leadership. This degree became more than an academic milestone; it became a story about resilience, growth, and the courage to live authentically.

Grant Freeman 30/11/25 Grant Freeman 30/11/25

Good Communication Isn’t Complicated — It’s Human

In leadership and life, you’ll face moments where any choice upsets someone. True communication is choosing clarity and calm, even when approval isn’t guaranteed.

mitsa 24/8/25 mitsa 24/8/25

Teaching, Neuroscience, and AI: The Winding Path of Dr Bernard Evans

Dr Bernard Evans, Computer Science lecturer in the Faculty of SET, shares how a winding path through software engineering, neuroscience, and AI teaching has shaped his focus on practical, industry-aligned education. In this Q&A, he reflects on finding real passion, choosing opportunities that matter, and why “past you” is one of your most important teammates.

Grant Freeman 10/8/25 Grant Freeman 10/8/25

After the Storm: Surviving Cancer, Living with Depression, Leading with Empathy

After surviving prostate cancer at 34, I thought the hardest part was over. Instead came the slow waves of depression, the challenges of leadership, and lessons in empathy I never expected to learn.