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 2026?
Huda Shehzad
Hi, I’m Huda, one of your Catalyst editors for this year! I’m a journalism student with a story that spans three countries before I even picked up a pen. Born in Perth, raised in Dubai, and shaped by a Pakistani heritage, I’ve spent my whole life navigating between cultures; which might be exactly why I was drawn to storytelling in the first place.
Photography and writing aren’t just hobbies for me; they’re how I make sense of the world around me. There’s something about freezing a moment in a frame or finding the right words for an experience that feels like home, no matter where you are.
Now studying journalism, I’m learning to channel that outsider-insider perspective into stories worth telling.
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Lincoln Russell
Hey, I’m Lincoln, an IT student, Catalyst editor for 2026, and a proud Melburnian born and raised. Before landing in higher ed, I spent two years in VE, and that experience sparked a real passion for student unionism and fighting for greater equality across the board. I believe every student deserves a louder voice, and I’m here to help give it one. When I’m not advocating for students, you’ll find me deep in a history rabbit hole or losing track of time gaming.
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Adrien Marks
Hi ya’ll, I’m Adrien, one of three of your catalyst editors! I’m a third year media student originally from Perth, moving to Melbourne over two years ago from the Gold Coast where I went to film school. I’m from a homeschool family of 13 so I always knew I had stories I wanted to tell, whether non-fiction or fantasy. I always knew I wanted to be a part of the world of creatives. The hundreds of short stories and film scripts that sit in my laptop stare back at me everyday begging to leave, just like your stories probably are. If I’m not writing I’m either on a film set, baking cookies or watching some random 80s film. Trying to do a million things at the same time always.
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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]
