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25.01.2022 See you all soon!

25.01.2022 Vale Alan Bond It is with deep sadness that I inform our university community of the passing of Mr Alan Bond. Alan passed away today in hospital in his adopted home of Perth after complications following heart surgery.... Our University carries Alan’s name and together with Harunori Takahashi he is acknowledged as one of the founders of our great institution. Alan had a vision to create Australia’s first private non-profit university. Almost three decades ago, Alan saw the swamp land on which the campus now stands and envisaged an international university of the highest standard to serve Australia and its neighbours (quote from Alan Bond in 1987). Alan then applied energy and drive to create the first university on the Gold Coast. With no financial support from either the State or Commonwealth Governments, Alan was determined to build a world-class educational institution. Alan did not possess the benefit of a university education himself but believed passionately in the advantages and opportunities that a university degree can provide. Soon after our opening, Bond University fell on challenging times. While Alan has had a chequered past and acknowledged that he was not proud of some of his actions, he remained a staunch supporter of Bond University. We have both survived and thrived since those early days. Our entrepreneurial spirit and fierce determination to be different owes much to Alan’s legacy. The University has never condoned Alan’s business dealings. Rather we have accepted that Alan had another side and we are grateful for his vision, passion and determination that led to the establishment of Bond University. Alan had not been involved with the University for over 20 years. Given Alan’s special place in our history he was invited to attend last year’s 25th anniversary celebrations as an official guest. He was warmly welcomed. This gesture provided closure for both Alan and the University. To Alan’s credit, he was conscious to avoid the limelight over his visit to campus and he expressed delight at simply being invited back. During the visit Alan confided that his proudest legacy was indeed Bond University. We extend our deepest sympathy to Alan’s family and particularly his children John, Craig and Jody. The University will hold a remembrance occasion in due course with details to follow over the next week. Our flags will now fly at half-mast over the weekend. Professor Tim Brailsford Vice Chancellor and President 5 June 2015 (Source: email from the Office of the Vice Chancellor)

21.01.2022 Sydney Bondies! Don't forget to register for tickets to our event on Friday night. Can't wait to see you all there!

19.01.2022 Don't forget to bring your business card to enter the Lucky Door Draw for a chance to win one of the following great prizes! 1. a bottle of 2006 Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Champagne, generously donated by regulatory and commercial litigation firm, Resolve Litigation Lawyers and Tom Norris; 2. $50 voucher to the Avenue on Chifley, courtesy of our venue hosts; and... 3. two gorgeous Bond beach towels (yes, you know you want them), thanks to your beloved Sydney Alumni Chapter. PS: Need an incentive to leave the office on time? The first round is Mojitos.

18.01.2022 SAVE THE DATE..... The Sydney Alumni Chapter is excited to announce that we will be hosting drinks in the CBD on Thursday 19th November. More details to be announced soon, but for now pop the date in your diary and spread the word!

18.01.2022 Party people, we're super excited to be hosting the Almost Summer Soiree Bond Garden Party this Saturday! If you've clicked attending on the event page but didn't RSVP by the cut-off last weekend please email Henry Norris by COB Tuesday 11 November with your full name and degree/graduation date from Bond (email [email protected]). We've received over 100 RSVPs! Don't be the Bondy to miss out.... Free harbour side rooftop drinks, canapes, a photographer and DJ are waiting for you this Saturday afternoon...

17.01.2022 Fellow Bondy James Smith is performing at the Sydney Comedy Festival May 14-17. Grab your tickets now! http://www.sydneycomedyfest.com.au/single-event?show_id=1054

17.01.2022 A big thank you to everyone who made it down to drinks last week. Here are some photos from the night.

17.01.2022 Make sure you register for Sydney drinks on 15 March - promises to be a great night!

16.01.2022 Bondies - update your details HERE so that you can get all the info on events and Bond activities - www.alumni.bond.edu.au/update-details

16.01.2022 Great to see so many Bondies at Cruise Bar Sydney earlier this month. Here are some photos of the night.... get tagging!

15.01.2022 Bond Sydney Annual is on August 18 at the Sydney Opera House. Will be an epic night. Get your Bond mates together and get to this event. Purchase tickets here - http://alumni.bond.edu.au/s/865/index.aspx

15.01.2022 Sydney Bondies, we're really looking forward to seeing you all at next month. It's been a while since we last got together, so we've made sure this one ticks all the boxes: Friday night CBD location Top venue, all to ourselves ... Opening drinks and nibbles on us Don't forget to register to ensure you're on the list!

15.01.2022 Get on board this week for the Bond University Sydney Annual - do not miss out on tickets as we have almost 25 years worth of Bondies coming from all over the world for this event. A huge night in store - www.bondsydneyannual.com

15.01.2022 Get involved in the Bond Sydney Alumni chapter to keep in touch with events and activities throughout 2012.

15.01.2022 Bondies - get on board with this great event for Alumni in Sydney. Fiona de Jong, Director of Sport, Australian Olympic Committee will be presenting at a Bond Alumni breakfast on 2 May 2012. Register here http://alumni.bond.edu.au/s/865/index.aspx

15.01.2022 Happy Birthday Bond! On May 15, 23 years ago, 322 inaugural students commenced classes on campus within the Schools of Law, Business, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Information & Computing Sciences.

14.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who was involved in the 2012 Sydney Annual. An absolutely awesome night - photos to come!

13.01.2022 What an afternoon last Saturday! We hope everyone had a stellar time and enjoyed catching up with old friends and meeting new ones. Plus, Sydney is now officially a chapter which means you have a lot to look forward to in 2015! If you're interested in joining the alumni committee or have an idea for an event, don't be shy - just flick Henry an email at [email protected] or Laura at [email protected].... Until next time!

12.01.2022 Get on board with the Sydney Annual if you haven't already. An EPIC night in 2012 and will be another cracker this year! http://alumni.bond.edu.au/s/865/index.aspx

11.01.2022 There's nothing like an ice cold drink on a hot Sydney afternoon So join us tomorrow at Cohibar in Darling Harbour from 2:30-5:30pm for the 2014 Bond alumni drinks! Get excited for jugs of Pimms, a great range of wines, and Peroni and Fat Yak on tap.

11.01.2022 A huge thank you to all the Sydney based Bondies who attended the Christmas Drinks at Flyover Bar late last year. Don't miss out on the first Sydney Alumni event of 2016. Drinks will be held at Cohibar, Darling Harbour on Thursday 17th March from 6.30pm. Partners welcome. ... Make sure you register at alumni.bond.edu.au.

07.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing you all at Kittyhawk tomorrow night!

06.01.2022 Get your tickets today for the 2012 Bond Sydney Annual at the Sydney Opera House. www.bondsydneyannual.com

06.01.2022 Bondies - have you registered for the Almost Summer Soiree yet? Click here to RSVP http://alumni.bond.edu.au/s/865/index.aspx

06.01.2022 Huge thanks to everyone who attended the Sydney Alumni drinks last month. That wraps up the Sydney alumni events for the year. We look forward to catching up with you all again in 2017. If you are interested in joining the alumni committee please send us a message and we will get back to you.

05.01.2022 We're looking forward to catching up with all the Sydney Bondies next week. Make sure you register via the link below.

05.01.2022 The inaugural Sydney Annual

03.01.2022 Sydney has turned on the weather for Bond drinks tonight. See you all at Flyover Bar from 6.30pm for some ice cold beers! Don't worry if you missed out on officially registering, you are still welcome!

02.01.2022 Lucky. That's the word that dominated our thoughts during Homecoming this year. Returning to the spectacular grounds of Bond University and hearing from staff and students about the latest happenings at Bond, we were reminded of how lucky we were to attend Bond - a place were we not only received stellar education, but were allowed to grow, consistently inspired to achieve and created life long friendships. Next year we will celebrate 30 years of Bond. We encourage you to return to campus to experience this for yourself. If this year is anything to go by, you won't regret it!!

02.01.2022 Sydney Bondies, it's been a while between drinks but the wait is over! The stunning Cohibar Rooftop Terrace in Darling Harbour will play Don's Tavern on Saturday November 15 for an afternoon soiree. Come bask in the sun with fellow Bondies for an afternoon Garden Party with free drinks, canapes and a live DJ.

02.01.2022 Sydney Bondies - make sure you register for the Bond Alumni Speaker series this Wednesday morning. Fiona de Jong, Director of Sport, Australian Olympic Committee will be presenting. Register here http://alumni.bond.edu.au/s/865/index.aspx

01.01.2022 Photos of the inaugural Bond University Sydney Annual. Be sure to tag yourself if you pop up in one of the photos. There are some great shots!