The program for our annual alumni gathering is now online. Use it to plan your weekend.
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?
Faithful friend
Saturday, August 28, 2021Avondale Alumni is honouring Gavan Grosser as its Alumnus of the Year at Homecoming 2021. The award is for bringing healing and hope amid grief and loss.
The accountant who cares
Saturday, August 28, 2021Avondale Alumni is honouring Margaret Herbert as its Alumna of the Year at Homecoming 2021. The award recognises her concern for and commitment to the care of Adventist Church retirees.
A people person
Saturday, August 28, 2021Avondale Alumni is honouring David Toogood as its Young Alumnus of the Year at Homecoming 2021. The award is for prioritising people while confronting the challenge of change in ministry.
Homecoming 2021
Friday, August 27, 2021Homecoming is the largest Avondale Alumni event of the year. All alumni and friends of Avondale, and their families, from all years and classes are welcome to connect with what will be an online-only event this year. The heart of Homecoming: the honour year reunions. If you studied or worked at Avondale in 1951, 1961, 1971, 1981, 1991, 2001 or 2011, 2021 is your honour year.