Date: Monday 29 June 2026
Time: 8:30am – 10:00am AEST
Venue: Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort
Cost: included in registration

About the Network

Peer programs are central to enhancing student achievement, sense of belonging, and retention — but what happens when we examine the experiences of peer leaders closely?
This interactive Constellation session invites participants to examine a series of short scenarios drawn from diverse peer learning contexts, including PASS, classroom assistants, academic coaching, mentoring, and wellbeing support. These scenarios of real-world experiences that our peer leaders face provide us with a glimpse into some of the challenges, boundaries, and opportunities they encounter in various peer roles. As a group, we’ll discuss ways they could respond to these circumstances, each through our own experiences as students, academics, or professional staff members from our different organisations.

Through guided discussion, we’ll explore the ethical, relational, and pedagogical dimensions of peer work, examining the experience of peers who actually support their peers. Together, we’ll co-create insights into what connects these models and how we can amplify their collective impact across the student experience as reflected through the STARS five pillars of student success.

Convenors

Jules Page
Murdoch University

Jules Page is the Peer Learning & Support Coordinator at Murdoch University, where she leads the PASS Program and the Peer Academic Coach Program. She is excited to take on the role of Honorary Associate Director with the Australasian PASS Alliance, contributing to regional strategy while progressing toward Certified International SI/PASS Trainer. Her peer programs at Murdoch have been recognised with the Vice Chancellor’s Citation for Excellence in Learning (2021) and a Commendation for Excellence in Enhancing Student Learning (2022). Jules also serves as Chair of the Western Australian Peer Partner Network, supporting collaboration and professional development across WA institutions.

A Registered Nurse and PADI scuba diving instructor, Jules approaches her work with a commitment to student impact and continually seeks new opportunities to strengthen outcomes for students and the wider sector. Her leadership focuses on building capability and supporting others, reinforced by clear communication, an open-door approach, and dependable follow-through. These qualities make her a trusted colleague and a leader who strengthens the programs and the communities she works alongside.

Nathan Seng
Griffith University

Nathan is a passionate advocate for student development and well-being, currently serving as the Manager of Student Success at Griffith University. In this role, he leads a range of initiatives focused on student retention, progression and success — with particular emphasis on peer support, orientation, financial welfare, and student leadership.

An accredited Mental Health First Aid Instructor (Master status), Nathan champions mental health and well-being as the foundation of academic and personal success for both students and staff. His work is grounded in social constructivist principles, with a strong belief in the power of authentic, meaningful relationships to foster growth and engagement.