Burgmann's first wedding: Edna (née Scott) Dundas shares her vintage 1971 wedding photos
When alumnus Edna Patricia Scott fell in love with John XXIII resident Ian Allan Dundas, they decided to marry in Burgmann's Atrium. Edna recently found the wedding photos, and was happy to share with Burgmann alumni and friends!
Originally from the Mornington Peninsula, and still living and working in regional Victoria, we recently caught up with alumnus Patrick Southey (1982–1984) who shared some fond memories of his experience as a Burgmann resident and law student at the ANU, and what motivates him to support the College’s annual giving program.
Celebrating the Village's 20th anniversary and unveiling of traditional tree carving in the Village
Twenty years after it was first opened, the Village celebrated its 'birthday' amongst alumni and friends of the College, and senior Ngambri custodian with Wiradjuri, Walgalu and Ngunnawal ancestry, Paul Girrawah House, unveiled his recently-completed a cultural tree carving in the Burgmann Village.
The Burgmann community uniting to support The Harriet Nixon Scholarship
The Burgmann College community was honoured to launch The Harriet Nixon Scholarship Appeal to Burgmann families at the Burgmann Residents’ Association (BRA) Family Weekend Gala Dinner on 4 May 2024.
Burgmann College Alumni Association (BCAA) President Matthew Lobb reports on new campus developments, Alumni Awards nominations, supporting The Harriet Nixon Scholarship, and upcoming events hosted by Burgmann College.
Residents' families welcomed to Burgmann during Family Weekend 2024
Burgmann College welcomed residents’ families to our campus for Family Weekend 2024 for a memorable 3-day event. Hosted by the Burgmann Residents Association (BRA) Vice Presidents Oscar McAuliffe and Joshua Borland, the weekend was filled with exciting activities and bonding moments for families and our residents.
Celebrating 20 years of the Village: Former Principal Rev Dr Lewis Rushbrook's full speech
Alumnus and former Burgmann Principal Rev Dr Lewis Rushbrook (resident [1971–1976]; Principal [1995–2005]) spoke during the celebrations honouring 20 years of the Burgmann Village; a development on the Burgmann campus that Rev Dr Rushbrook held as a vision for the campus since he began his role as Principal, and eventually made reality.