Shantel Gilmore, a final-year Master of Architecture student at Monash University, investigates architecture as a cultural conduit, emphasising place-making, memory, and its influence on wellbeing, psychology, and beyond human relationships. Committed to fostering an inclusive and engaged student community, she leverages her leadership experience - as MADA Peer Mentoring Coordinator, MADA Student Society President, and SONA Representative - to empower peers in navigating between university life and professional practice. Through initiatives like the Sketch & Specs podcast, she facilitates discourse on architecture’s evolving role, championing transparency, connection, and tailored support for students.