About Us
Catalyst has been the Publication of RMIT University Student Union since 1944. All current RMIT University students are encouraged to contribute to Catalyst. We accept news, features, columns, fiction, poetry, and artworks. With access to over 80,000 students, Catalyst is also a great way for advertisers to reach a young and vibrant audience.
Who are the Catalyst Editors of 2025?
Dilushi Prasanna
Hi, I’m Dilushi, a Sri Lankan born and raised in Kuwait, currently pursuing a Masters in Communication Design. Coming from a family of artists, I’ve been immersed in creativity since childhood—whether it was making jewellery from found objects or watching my dad design postage stamps on his old Mac. Now, after many years in the design world, I’m passionate about using creativity to fuel positive change within communities and my research is driven by that motive. My current obsession is cookbooks! Rambutan and Lankan Food are gorgeously curated both in design and authenticity, it’s inspired me to cook the dishes I grew up with and it reminds me to be rooted to my identity in Melbourne.
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Manaal Soomro
Hey, I’m Manaal and I study Law at RMIT. I moved here from Karachi, Pakistan in 2017 and I’m a January Capricorn! My parents wanted me to be a doctor but unfortunately for them, chemistry and I have major beef. Although a legal career is a practical choice, art is what makes the most sense to me and my interest in photography peaked during my Studio Arts lessons in high-school. One thing led to another and here i am, working on this year’s issue from my desk in the Catalyst office.
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Megan Tran
Hello, I’m Megan, just beginning my final year in Bachelors of Communication Design at RMIT, and, so excited to be working on Catalyst! Having always been a visual person, drawn to art in all its forms, there was never a desire to pursue anything else. Now, I feel so lucky to help bring student voices, thoughts, and creative energy to life. Integrating tradition into storytelling and craft is a passion. I think there’s something really special about balancing the old with the new, finding connections between the past and present in unexpected ways. Can’t wait to see where this year takes us!
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FAQ
I would like to advertise with Catalyst, how could I arrange that?
Email the editors and we’ll gladly send you an advertising pack.
How do I join the team?
We’re always looking for new contributors! Whether you’re a writer, visual artist, physics student, or anything in between we want you. Catalyst produces a magazine, podcast, web series as well as lots of online content so there’s always a place for your work! Contact [email protected] for more information.
How are the editors of Catalyst Magazine chosen annually?
The position of Catalyst Editor is voted by students of RMIT in the annual Student Union Council election. For more information about how elections work, visit https://rusu.rmit.edu.au/about
How do I write for Catalyst?
To write for Catalyst, send us an 500-1000 word article (DOCX or PDF) with a header image to supply to our email address.
You can see our styling guide for article submissions here.
Can I submit it to your publication if I am not an RMIT student?
Unfortunately, no. However, we may be able to arrange an interview with one of our committee members for your story to be featured.
Do you have a Discord or Facebook group that I could join?
We have a new Facebook group, RMIT Catalyst Community which all RMIT students are welcome to join.
I have a complaint or feedback towards Catalyst, where can I lodge the complaint?
Any complaint or feedback towards Catalyst can be sent to our Editor team at [email protected] or directly to RUSU at [email protected]
