Life beyond Radford
James Manley
- Bachelor Degree, The Australian National University, Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), 2013-2015
- Doctoral, The Australian National University, Doctor of Medicine and Surgery, Medicine ac Chirurgiae Doctoranda
What does life look for you now?
When I wake up in the morning I roll over and I look at my beautiful wife. She too went to Radford, graduating in the same year as me (2010). We barely get to eat breakfast most mornings and it is a major bonus if there is time to consume caffeine. I then rush out the door in attempts to arrive at work on time, where I have a very fulfilling day offering healthcare support to our city's vulnerable population groups.
Tell us what you are passionate about?
Equitable access to healthcare and high quality preventative healthcare within the primary care model.
When you were young, what were you hoping to be when you grew up?
I wanted to be a Rockstar. My friends succeeded in that one.
What is your favourite Radford moment?
Assisting the Director to our Year 12 Revue.
Do you have a particular role model or inspirational figure from Radford or now?
My wife.
How easy was it to decide what to do in life?
Really difficult, I took two gap years to figure out what I wanted to do.
Did your further study or career go exactly as you'd planned?
With the support of my wife, yes.
What advice do you have for current students?
Don't worry so much about your ATAR, try to have fun as well.