William McClure
Class Year: 2022
Scholarship: Asian Exchange
University: The University of Melbourne
Connect: LinkedIn Profile
State: VIC
Focus Area
Australia-Asia ties
William McClure
Class Year: 2022
Scholarship: Asian Exchange
University: The University of Melbourne
Connect: LinkedIn Profile
State: VIC
Focus Area
Australia-Asia ties
Biography
I grew up in a multicultural household. I am Indigenous, from the Bunjalung community in the Northern Rivers area, and on my Fathers side, I have Thai ancestry. Growing up I always had interests in creative arts and language learning. I graduated high school in 2015 and moved from the Gold Coast to Melbourne. At University I have covered many Aboriginal Studies subjects and intend to major in Japanese. I have always had a love for language learning. I am excited to live in Japan and immerse myself in the language.
A simple memory is of me and my siblings playing and always being encouraged to express both the masculine and feminine sides of our personalities without fear.
Skills & Expertise
- Queer Culture
- Fashion
- Music
- Pop Culture
- Gender Politics
"I hope to be a role model to any Queer or Aboriginal person who is wanting to go on exchange but thinks they can't due to reasons outside of their control."
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