Meet Jurse Salandanan
Jurse is a citizen of the Philippines studying a Bachelor in Design and Architecture at Charles Darwin University (CDU).
Jurse has demonstrated his leadership skills as a representative for the NT Student Organised Network for Architecture (NT SONA), bringing architectural students together to develop the culture in CDU and make better connections with other universities around Australia.
He has won three consecutive titles for ‘Superstudio’ 24 hour design compilation and represented the Northern Territory (NT) at a national level. Jurse has contributed to the NT business economy through his employment with Savage Architecture, shown dedication to helping his fellow students engage more in activities organised by CDU and the Australian Institute of Architects, and participated in the CBD ‘Cooling and Revitalisation Pop Up Project’.
Student stories
Abhishek - India
Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Darwin city seemed small but it is home to people with kind, warm hearts. I have always felt welcomed in this city.
Adele - Italy
Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Hi, I am Adele and I am an international student from Italy.
Adi - Fiji
Alana Kaye College
I came to Darwin in October 2018 from Fiji to visit my older sister who works and resides in Elcho Island.
Adria - Bangladesh
I grew up hearing wonderful stories about Australia, in particular, the Northern Territory (NT) from my father.
Akansh - India
Charles Darwin University (CDU)
Darwin is a perfect balance between city life and the outback life.