I was taught by Helen in my third year of my four year Double Degree programme. As a Culture & Context student, I didn’t see the value in my chosen programme, nor where I wanted to go with it, until I took the class taught by Helen (Design +). She opened my eyes to idea synthesis and taught me to utilise my other field of expertise to become a good designer. She respects and validates everyone’s way of thinking while still providing very solid and constructive feedback. Her presence in a classroom or studio is among the most positive of those I experienced in my time at Victoria.