Jarrod McEwen-Young

Carrington, NSW

Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine Enabling Pathway: Yapug

Jarrod is a proud Kamilaroi-Wailwan man from Gilgandra, with family ties to Gulargambone. His journey to the University of Newcastle has followed an interesting path. Jarrod’s parents always encouraged him to give everything a go regardless of his disability. This positive outlook saw Jarrod embrace many opportunities for leadership through school and his chosen sport of basketball. After graduating from high school, Jarrod worked for three years while playing for the Australian Deaf basketball team. He also helped steer local kids towards a healthy and active lifestyle as a coach with the Aussie Hoops program. Inspired by his cousins Shane, an alumnus, and Jamie, Jarrod applied to the Yapug program with the goal of studying Exercise and Sport Science. He is now studying Medicine to help create positive change for his community and his people.

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.