Jondayah's journey to Bond University

Jondayah grew up on Thursday Island in the Torres Strait before finishing her studies at boarding school, and then receiving a scholarship to study at Bond University. 

In the latest edition of the Academic Skills Centre podcast, host Jason Murray talks to Jondy about her journey, career aspirations and advice for Indigenous students considering Higher Education.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_YWuw6-EII&feature=youtu.be

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