Student Senate

Hi, I’m Rebecca (Bec) Morriss, studying the Associate Degree of Allied Health (Physiotherapy Stream), and I’m excited to be joining the Student Senate. I’m keen to help strengthen student wellbeing and contribute to a campus environment where students feel safe, heard, respected and motivated to achieve their goals.

My background includes military compensation and NDIS advocacy, supporting trauma‑affected clients, process improvement and working alongside multiple stakeholders across clinical, community and government sectors. I also bring extensive lived experience in mental health and serve as a Justice of the Peace (Qualified), which strengthens my ability to communicate safely, listen and support others.

Balancing study with a husband, raising a 16‑year‑old, and a Cavoodle who is convinced he runs the house has shown me how much support matters. My life experience gives me a grounded understanding of the pressures many students navigate, and I genuinely want to make a lasting contribution to the UniSQ community.

In the short time I have been a part of UNISQ its clear that the staff are very hard working and go the extra mile to ensure they have answered all of the student’s questions and always leave room for the opportunity to ask questions later should they not come up in the moment. I would consider myself to be friendly, hardworking and open to lending an ear to anyone that wants to have a chat, the world interests me, as much as swimming, math’s and computer games interest me. I love to know how things work, and I always seem to have the need to do nice things, whether it be having a rough time in AutoCAD, working out a tricky math’s problem or just going for a swim to relax after a long week. I look forward to meeting you all in time and if you would feel free to send an email anytime. Life is for living, and breaking free from your comfort zone days may seem the same on repeat but the only one that can make the change is you.

I am a student driven by a clear purpose: to strengthen the sense of community and belonging at UniSQ. Throughout my time on campus, I’ve seen both the potential of our student body and the gaps in how we connect, engage, and experience university life beyond the classroom. My goal in the Student Senate is to help bridge that gap. 

I am committed to advocating for meaningful, student-focused initiatives that create spaces for connection, collaboration, and creativity. Whether it’s supporting clubs, improving social infrastructure, or developing new opportunities for student engagement, I want to help shape a campus experience where students feel they truly belong. 

This is not just about representation—it’s about building something lasting. I aim to contribute practical ideas, work constructively with stakeholders, and ensure student voices translate into real outcomes. My journey in the Senate is focused on leaving UniSQ stronger, more connected, and better equipped to support the students who call it home. 

As a fellow law student at the University of Southern Queensland, I bring a unique perspective to student representation — one shaped by real-world business experience, academic rigour, and a genuine drive to make an impact. 

Before pursuing law, I founded and scaled an e-commerce business, seeing it through to a successful exit. That experience gave me a practical understanding of strategy, risk, and accountability that I carry into everything I do — including how I approach advocacy for our student community.  

Beyond the classroom, I've been selected for two elite startup and professional development programs — Torus VC and Tech Ready Women — and have gained hands-on exposure to commercial litigation at national law firm Piper Alderman, where I supported nine partners across complex matters including class actions and trials. 

I'm deeply committed to building expertise in the legal field and to using the skills I've developed — in business, in practice, and in the community — to genuinely serve and advocate for online students. I know firsthand that online study comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities, and I'm here to make sure that experience is heard and valued at the senate level. 

Currently in my second year of a Bachelor of Arts, I am majoring in Archaeology, with a minor in International Relations, and have previously studied and obtained a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice.  

I'm really interested in Marine Archaeology and Forensic Anthropology, however I can also be found pottering around the garden at home.  

I have previous experience advocating for clients in different areas of law, often on a volunteer basis. I'm looking forward to putting these skills to use through the coming year. 

Hello, fellow students. My name is Tennille, and I am a proud third-year BARTS Criminology and Law student, and I am passionate about making a positive impact locally. I truly believe that even one person can and should empower others to make life and career choices that benefit themselves and inspire those around them.  

Sometimes, all it takes is someone to take the first step to show that change is safe, exciting, and worth the effort. My goal and aspirations are to contribute to shifting society's views on offender rehabilitation, always keeping victim rights at the heart, respecting everyone's dignity, and ensuring the safety and security of our communities. 

I feel honored to take this first step in representing my fellow students, and I warmly invite you to reach out to me with any ideas, questions, or comments.  

Together, let’s make a meaningful difference together. 

Hi I'm Toph, I am a fourth year Visual Art and Theatre Student undertaking my Honours, and the Secretary of the Creative Arts Social Club. In this Anthropocene age, I am passionate about the Arts role as an inherent expression of our humanity, I am also passionate about the biological necessity we (humans) have for community and connection.

Bio coming soon!

I’ve always been drawn to the health professions. My grandfather and uncle were both doctors, and growing up, I developed an early curiosity about how people cope with illness and adversity. Experiencing illness in my own family at a young age shaped that curiosity and inspired my interest in the psychological effects of trauma. 

I’m a mature-age Master of Clinical Psychology student, with clinical placements at the Toowoomba campus starting in June. I have lived and worked across four countries, which has given me diverse experiences that continue to shape how I see people, communities, and systems. Previously, I served as Student Senate Representative for the Institute of Health & Wellbeing at Federation University, where I advocated for student needs across academic, social, and wellbeing domains, led online forums for remote and international students, and contributed to policy initiatives including the Student Wellbeing and Mental Health Plan. 

As School of Health, Psychological and Medical Sciences Representative at UniSQ, I’m committed to ensuring student voices are heard, perspectives are represented in decision-making, and students have opportunities to engage, connect and prosper, academically and socially.

My name is Gazzal Duggal, a Bachelor of Nursing student and proud international student from India. I am honoured to be elected for a second year as the Nursing and Midwifery Student Representative. I am passionate about student advocacy, community-building, and creating supportive environments where every student feels heard and valued. With experience across residential leadership, student senate roles, and campus engagement, I am committed to representing the diverse voices within our school and contributing positively to the UniSQ community. 

I am currently studying in my first year for my Bachelors of Nursing. I enjoy helping others and ensuring everyone feels heard and understood, this has been a leading reason for me to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. I hold a deep passion for caring for those around me and always making sure I bring a positive attitude wherever I go. 

David is a third-year Bachelor of Information Technology student at UniSQ, double majoring in Networking & Cyber Security and Software Application Development. With over 20 years of experience in critical infrastructure management, David brings a seasoned perspective to the Student Senate, balancing his industry background with his current role as a Peer Advisor for ICT Study with Me sessions. He looks forward to engaging with his peers across the school and encourages anyone with concerns or comments to reach out to him or the Student Senate directly. When he isn't studying or working on a DIY project, David is navigating life as a husband and father of three. 

Bio coming soon!