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As one of only three women out of 72 senior engineering lecturers, Gippsland-based Sujeeva Setunge is something of a rare breed.
Originally from Sri Lanka, Sujeeva came to Australia with her husband in 1987 to undertake her PhD. Early in her academic career, Sujeeva was drawn to civil engineering because of its practical applications for society. She has since developed a specialisation in the structural applications of concrete for big city buildings.
After the birth of her first child in 1993, Sujeeva worked part-time as a research associate at the University of Melbourne. By 1995, ready to return to full-time work, she made her move to Gippsland as a lecturer.
While enjoying teaching undergraduates, Sujeeva has also managed to pursue her interests through establishing a research facility at Gippsland campus, as well as utilising the infrastructure links provided at Clayton. Since moving to Gippsland, she has also developed an interest in the local timber industry and is currently conducting research into manufacturing particleboard.
With two children, Sujeeva identifies one of her main challenges as balancing work and family. "You have to find a mix of work and family life that suits you, and stick to it," she said.
- Lisa Pawlick
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