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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My journey to becoming a medical student
When I entered high school, I knew I wanted to become a doctor. I had the ambition – now I just needed to find a way to get there.
Read more about My journey to becoming a medical student7 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."
Read more about 7 things to consider when switching universities5 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.
Read more about 5 reasons to participate in the Student for a Semester programBondies walking for autism awareness
Bond University students are walking towards a future where no one on the Autism spectrum is left behind.
Read more about Bondies walking for autism awarenessFinding 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.
Read more about Finding family and forging a new frontier | Warda’s storyMy 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.
Read more about My verdict on studying law as a Student for a SemesterMeet 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.
Read more about Meet the future healthcare innovators | Emilie DerringtonSledging, 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.”
Read more about Sledging, Sandpapergate and Australian sport at its worstA 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.
Read more about A day in the life of a journalism studentBondies 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.
Read more about Bondies producing a productive Gold Coast5 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.
Read more about 5 things that surprised me about the Master of AccountingIntroducing 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.
Read more about Introducing Vernon Coffey: Bond’s Head of Sport and Exercise Science