Moving to Melbourne to make an impact beyond the classroom
Recipient of the Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship, Indy Wardhana reveals why she chose to relocate from Indonesia to Melbourne – and how her study experiences have empowered her to create meaningful change.
From a young age, Indy Wardhana knew she wanted to make a difference through her education. She wanted to study abroad at a university that would nurture – and further – her ambitions.
I believe studying at the University of Melbourne would provide me with the necessary resources, connections, tools, knowledge, and basically the foundation that I need to help others.
“Coming from a country where poverty and inequality is still very much a major issue, I feel a moral obligation to use my privilege to help those at the edge of society.”
Studying the Bachelor of Commerce has enabled Indy to delve deeper into key global challenges like poverty, while developing the critical, cross-disciplinary skills to help devise innovative solutions.
Indy’s outstanding academic record during her secondary schooling helped her secure a coveted Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship, allowing her to pursue her passions without worrying about her finances.
“Receiving a scholarship has definitely reduced the financial burden on my parents and allowed me to enjoy Melbourne with more pocket money,” she says.
Of course, even with financial assistance, moving to another country to study has its challenges. But despite the odd pang of homesickness, Indy has well and truly found a supportive, welcoming community at Melbourne.
“I really love Melbourne so far,” she says. “The friends I’ve made, and the overall university experience have been truly exciting for me.”
“I love the campus culture and how passionate, intelligent, yet approachable the staff are – it makes university less daunting.”
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