Abstract At a time of important conversations in Australia about recognition, respect and reform, this forum discussion will explore approaches to engaging with Aboriginal history through art, museum collections, and teaching and learning on country. The panel discussion represents a valuable opportunity to learn about ways to engage with Aboriginal history through conversation with four of Australia’s leading indigenous academics and educators. Details This event will take place at Deakin Downtown (727 Collins Street, Docklands) and via Zoom. Speakers Professor Julie Andrews Julie Andrews is descended from the Woiwurrung people of Melbourne and the Yorta Yorta tribe near the borders of Victoria and New South Wales along the Murray River. She is a member of the Dhulanyagan family clan of the Ulupna people. Julie has been teaching Aboriginal Studies for approximately 10 years and has extensive experience in policy and Indigenous higher education. She teaches the first year Discovery subject HUS1ABS: Introduction to Aboriginal Australia. This subject is taught across all of La Trobe University campuses. It is a blended subject of online lectures and face to face workshops. The subject is basically a very broad introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues. It is useful for those wanting to […]
