Jameekka Galindo grew up on Lake Macquarie, “so I love the outdoors and outdoor activities.” Inspired by the experience of her older sister, she began studying at Avondale the same year many of her friends began their Higher School Certificate. Now, she’s on the verge of graduating from university with a Diploma of Outdoor Leadership and a wealth of life experience.
An outdoor leader
Thursday, October 5, 2023UniSport wrap
Thursday, October 5, 2023A gold medal and a winning ratio in a division one touch competition headlined our push at the 2023 UniSport Nationals (September 23-29).
Carols move means more of you can attend
Thursday, September 14, 2023It’s a move that will bring a fresh touch to a Christmas singalong that grows in popularity each year. The need for more space will see Avondale Community Carols move from Avondale School to Avondale University.
How is university different to high school?
Tuesday, September 12, 2023One of the biggest differences between school and Uni is learning how to understand your classes, lecturers and professors and what your responsibilities are. Stay on top of things by knowing what to expect when you start Uni.
Cross-cultural evangelists
Friday, September 1, 2023An evangelistic campaign presented by Avondale seminarians on Mauritius has revitalised churches, returned young adults to in-person worship and resulted in at least 68 baptisms.
Together again
Friday, September 1, 2023Former students and staff members have reconnected in person and online—and in large numbers—at Avondale University’s annual Homecoming.
Three-part prescription to alleviate nursing crisis in NSW
Tuesday, September 20, 2022After two years of COVID-19, New South Wales is facing a nursing shortage. Here are three policies the state could adopt to grow enrolment in this people-caring profession.
Medical research medalist
Wednesday, July 27, 2022An Avondale University academic is the first nurse to receive a federal government award for excellence in health and medical research.
Million dollar man
Friday, April 29, 2022A nursing academic has returned to Avondale with a prestigious $1.5 million grant to fund research into the prevention of healthcare acquired infections.
“Must read” for Christian educators
Thursday, April 28, 2022The latest in a series of books about how educators reveal Jesus to students can help safeguard Christian education in a changing society, say its editors.
This Gift, This Poem
Thursday, April 14, 2022An anthology featuring leading Australian poets is an Avondale academic’s abiding gift to those in hospitals and aged care residences who feel anxious or alone.
Darren writes for GPs
Wednesday, April 13, 2022An academic journal has published a paper co-authored by one of our researchers in a supplement introducing lifestyle medicine practices to family physicians.
Thoughtful scholar put people first
Saturday, August 26, 2023Avondale Alumni is honouring Barry Oliver as its Alumnus of the Year for a lifetime of service to God, the community and the church.
Alumna has big heart
Saturday, August 26, 2023Avondale Alumni is honouring Melanie Windus as its Alumna of the Year for dedicating her working and serving life to the transformation of lives through healthcare.
Sophia a friend of students
Friday, August 25, 2023Avondale Alumni is honouring Sophia Husband as its Young Alumnus of the Year for a ministry of teaching that inspires students to live their best lives.
Missional music-maker
Thursday, August 24, 2023The Class of 2013 is honouring Benjamin Milis as its citation recipient at Homecoming 2023 for faithfully sharing the gift of music with our children and church.
Community connector
Thursday, August 24, 2023The Class of 1983 is honouring Paul Rankin as its citation recipient at Homecoming 2023 for lifting lives through a passion for ministry that connects church to community.
A teacher for Jesus
Wednesday, August 23, 2023The Class of 2003 is honouring—as its citation recipient at Homecoming 2023—Heidi Mazz, whose practice of faith through teaching and educational leadership has blessed school communities.
Snapshot with Celia Moncrieff
Thursday, March 4, 2021Enjoy a moment hearing from this 1981 graduate and Year 3 teacher at Avondale School.
I thank God for Avondale
Thursday, March 4, 2021How meeting the ABC boys on an ocean liner brought John Chan to Avondale.
Snapshot with Eleanor Scale (nee Hawke)
Friday, December 18, 2020The 1961 secretarial graduate and class secretary answers eight questions about life and her time at Avondale.
Great dames
Friday, November 27, 2020The return to campus of three centenarians is an early graduation gift and a reminder of the event’s long history.
Bestsellers . . . again
Friday, November 27, 2020Books by Avondale academics and alumni fill eight of the top 20 places on a list of bestsellers through Adventist Book Centres in 2020.
The hidden beginnings of Bethel Hall
Thursday, September 17, 2020Hydrotherapy treatment rooms, legal battles and volunteer workers. The determination to build Bethel Hall.