On Saturday 8 November, we welcomed past students back to the College for the launch of our Alumni Network. It was a relaxed evening filled with conversation and shared memories, and a fitting way to mark one of the final moments of our 25th anniversary year.
Some guests joined a guided tour before the event. For many, the campus looked very different with new buildings and updated spaces. For others, it felt familiar with areas that brought back strong memories. It was lovely to see those reactions and hear stories from across different graduating years.
The timing aligned beautifully with a significant milestone. Our first ever graduating class from 2005 reached their 20 year mark this year, and a few from that year group joined us on the night. Having them with us added a sense of history as they revisited spaces that have changed greatly since the early days of the College.
The night also brought past staff and current staff together. Many reconnected with students they once taught and saw the adults they have become. It was a proud moment for those who have shaped the College story since the beginning.
As our community grows, it felt time to create a space where former students can stay connected. The word alumni simply refers to people who once attended a school. For us, it includes the many graduates who still hold a connection to this place. The Alumni Network brings them together in one home where they can reconnect, return for reunions, and stay in touch with College news.
The network includes an online hub and a reunion program. It will also feature a newsletter released twice a year so graduates can keep a link with the College in a way that suits them.
It was fitting to have the night captured by Vibe Society with alumnus and current parent Isaac Viglione (Class of 2012) behind the camera. Another alumnus, Peter Kiernan (Class of 2012), managed the lighting and audio for the evening which added a strong sense of continuity.
After the tour, guests gathered in MRK where conversations flowed easily and many reconnected with old friends. Several expressed pride in seeing how the College has grown while still holding the same heart they remember.
This launch strengthens the long-term story of the College and keeps the voices of our graduates connected to the ongoing life of our community.
Director of Marketing & Community Engagement