SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Monika has a strong academic background in education, teaching across schools, residential colleges, and university undergraduate and graduate courses. Prior to joining Burgmann, Monika lived and worked in residential colleges in Sydney and Melbourne where she played key roles in supporting pastoral care, postgraduate life, and student success. Her PhD thesis, "Global Citizenship and Everyday Life in Australian University Residential Colleges" is a testament to her passion for student-led and student-centred education in an increasingly interconnected and rapidly changing world. Monika has a keen interest in fostering supportive learning environments that promote curiosity, critical thinking, and respectful dialogue as students engage with new and challenging ideas and knowledge.
Monika lives onsite in The Village and is a keen gardener and hiker.