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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A newbie's guide to the Gold Coast

New to Bond and wondering what life on the Gold Coast has to offer? Here are some must-visit locations every new resident should check out.

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A day in the life of a medical student

Medical Program student Maddy Condren takes us through a typical (busy!) day in her life.

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5 questions to ask at your next Careers Festival or Expo

To make the most of a Careers Festival, Fair or Expo, you've got to be prepared.

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Need a study break? Try these 7 Gold Coast walking trails

The Gold Coast has a steady supply of trails to keep your mind calm and your body energised through every semester of your Bond degree.

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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.

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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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