Stories

Stories from Bond University

What better way to get to know a university, than through the eyes and words of their students and staff? Here, explore the latest stories from Bond, from words of wisdom for exploring your options, advice on settling into student life, or an exclusive look behind the scenes of a program or career path.  

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7 things to consider when switching universities

"After graduating high school, I started studying in Melbourne with an open mind and an eager attitude. After a few weeks, I realised that my expectations weren’t going to be met."

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5 reasons to participate in the Student for a Semester program

Former Student for a Semester and Bachelor of Design in Architecture student Ella shares the top five things she got out of this unique experience.

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Bondies walking for autism awareness

Bond University students are walking towards a future where no one on the Autism spectrum is left behind.

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Finding family and forging a new frontier | Warda’s story

Bond alumni often refer to the University community as their second family, and for recent Bond Medical Program graduate Warda Nazah Ahmed, advice from a trusted mentor actually changed the course of her life.

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My verdict on studying law as a Student for a Semester

In my first forum during the Student for a Semester program, I was so nervous.

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Meet the future healthcare innovators | Emilie Derrington

After completing a Bachelor of Medical Science at another university, Emilie Derrington secured an administrative role at a small medical clinic in Brisbane. Then, she made the decision to start a Master of Healthcare Innovations at Bond.

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Sledging, Sandpapergate and Australian sport at its worst

“Sport is a great leveller,” as her majesty the Queen of England once said, “it emphasises the importance of self-control and how to take victory or defeat with good grace.”

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A day in the life of a journalism student

Find out what an average day looks like for Jessica. Hint: It's not average at all.

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Bondies producing a productive Gold Coast

With the Gold Coast’s economy expanding from construction and hospitality to services and creative jobs, the way industrial land is being used is changing.

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5 things that surprised me about the Master of Accounting

Don’t just take our word for it. Learn how Master of Accounting student, Marina Angeloglou transitioned from her undergraduate business degree straight into postgraduate life.

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Introducing Vernon Coffey: Bond’s Head of Sport and Exercise Science

We spoke to Vernon about his journey to Bond, his passion for sport and exercise science, what he loves about his job and what he’s looking forward to most about his new role.

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Test driving (and documenting) the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max

Senior Teaching Fellow Rob Layton was given exclusive pre-release.

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