About Us

Academic L and C is dedicated to developing and facilitating powerful learning and communication, based on respectful and open interaction with the people we learn and communicate with. We offer evidence-based resources, consultations, workshops and presentations which focus on: student transition to university; cultural communication particularly between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples; academic skills and English expression.
Currently based in Perth and Melbourne, Australia – with national and global reach.

Dr Andrea Dodo-Balu- Founder and director
An expert in communication and Higher Education, Andrea combines her research knowledge with extensive experience in university level teaching and learning and involvement in professional societies.
Andrea holds a Doctorate in Higher Education and a Master of Education in language teaching and international education.

What we offer

“What to Expect at Uni” Program – Resources for student transition from to university

Reconciliation in Practice: Ways of Working Together. Learning to value each other and build cultural competencies for bringing us together – workshops and resources

Research, Presentations, & Workshops for faculty development at universities nationally and internationally

Talking About Higher Education in English – online workshops for non-native speakers of English to engage in higher education topics

Individual Academic Consultations – One on one help with all aspects of academic work for students and academics globally

Academic Editing – Express the best of your ideas! For students and academics globally.

Publishing

Centre for Academic Learning and Communication Publishing produces resources relating to successful student transition and achievement in tertiary level study. Overall well-being is an important aspect of student success – we also produce titles focusing on motivation and personal growth under the imprint Ann Sagi.

What to Expect at Uni Student Planner and Guide:
Make sure you know how to last the distance and get the most out of your time at university.

The Wisdom Collection:
Stay Zen and keep motivated with this collection of quotes from around the world.