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From alumni starting game-changing businesses, to students (literally) kicking goals in sport, to research breakthroughs, there’s always something happening at Bond. See what Bondies have been up to and explore latest news from campus, the community and beyond.  

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Philanthropy honour for Bond benefactor Dr Patrick Corrigan AM

The Queensland Community Foundation has announced Dr Patrick Corrigan AM is the 2021 Community Philanthropist of the Year. Dr Corrigan is Patron of the Bond University Indigenous Gala which has raised $2.8 million for scholarships, grants and bursaries since 2010 and has contributed more than 650 artworks to the university.

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Bond librarian’s combined passions trigger unique form of art

Blasting sheets of aluminium with a 12-gauge shotgun doesn’t fit the stereotype of your average mild-mannered librarian. But for Raelene Saheli, a casual library assistant at Bond University, her exploits with a firearm more commonly associated with Olympic clay target shooting are a form of art, art which will this month see her work feature for the first time in the annual SWELL Festival, held on Currumbin Beach.

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Gold Coast doctor's stunning gift to Bond University

Prominent Gold Coast doctor John Kearney OAM has made one of the most significant donations in the history of Bond University to help educate the next generation of medicine students. In recognition, the University has named its anatomy laboratory the Dr John Kearney Anatomy Laboratory. Bond University Vice Chancellor and President Tim Brailsford described Dr Kearney’s donation as an β€œextraordinary gift”.

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What is EMDR therapy, and how does it help people who have experienced trauma?

Earlier this year, Prince Harry revealed he has used a therapy called EMDR to cope with anxiety and trauma, including trauma resulting from his mother Princess Diana’s death when he was 12. EMDR stands for eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing. But what is this therapy and how does it work?

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Sporting news

Not just a rugby club, but a family

A message from the president: Our players have showcased not only their exceptional skills on the field, but also their unwavering dedication and passion for the game.

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What a year to be a Bull Shark

A message from the president: Sam Whish-Wilson on an incredible season for our AFL club in 2023.

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Bull Sharks make net gain on Outback adventure

The Bull Sharks' First Nations Tour had a profound impact on all involved.

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Dobroskok vaults into international gymnastics spotlight

Bond Bachelor of Psychological Science student will represent Australia at the Austrian Future Cup and the Olympic Hopes Cup in Czechia.

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