Wow! Your support of our Alumni Heritage Walk has raised more than $6000 over the past few weeks for preservation and restoration projects on the Lake Macquarie campus. Here’s why the walk is proving to be such a popular and lasting legacy.
Avondale Homecoming: The origin story
Friday, September 24, 2021It’s hard to believe that only 40 years ago Avondale celebrated its first Homecoming and honoured Ruby Ferris from the Class of 1921, someone who would have been familiar with Avondale’s pioneering days. How did it all start and what meaning does it have now?
They like it!
Thursday, September 2, 2021Alumni of Avondale not only registered in record numbers but also proved adept at using new technology to connect with classmates at another online Homecoming.
Uni status pioneers
Friday, August 20, 2021Having played a significant part in the effort to gain academic recognition at Avondale, alumnus Dr Laurie Draper looks back and honours those who “helped us come this far.”
Letter from the VC
Wednesday, May 26, 2021Transformed Vol 33 No 2 A few days ago we received an email from a graduate thanking Avondale for going above and beyond in helping him through his degree. As an international student studying in a language other than his own, there were a number of areas needing support. It …
Editor’s note
Wednesday, May 26, 2021Transformed Vol 33 No 2 My reading consists largely of true stories, biographies or documentaries. I’m fascinated by the experiences of others, their motivations and their responses to misfortune, privilege or prospects. Knowing someone’s genuine reality creates a connection I don’t get from fictional stories. Communities the world over, especially …