Upcoming Events
Gold Coast Airport Marathon
Regarded as one of Australia’s premier sporting events, the Gold Coast Airport Marathon is set to attract more than 25,000 participants of all ages and abilities from Queensland, interstate and overseas.
So rally the troops and get your friends and family involved and join us in the Griffith marquee for a BBQ, massages, free giveaways, and plenty of good fun competition!
Date: Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July 2013
Time: Refer to Race Schedules on the Grifith Gold Coast Marathon Page
Location: Southport, Gold Coast
More information, race schedules and registration details are available here.
Past Events
Shanghai, China - Cocktail Party and Networking Event
On Saturday 16 March, Vice Chancellor and President Professor Ian O'Connor hosted over 40 Alumni at the networking event held in China.
The Alumni learnt about the latest developments at your University, whilst networking with like-minded professionals. One of lucky Almuni even won an iPad.
For photos taken at the event visit our photo gallery.
GBS Gala Dinner and Awards Night
Held on Friday, 26 October, 2012 from 6:30 pm - 10:30pm at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Merivale St, South Brisbane
More infomation and photos are available here
Arts, Education and Law Alumni Awards Dinner
Held on Friday 5 October 2012, 6.30pm - 10.00pm at the Stamford Plaza, Corner Edward and Margaret Streets, Brisbane.
More information and photos are available here
A celebration of recent graduates and alumni - Toronto
Griffith Executive and Academic staff welcomed our most recent graduates to Griffith Alumni at this special event held on 12 September. For photos taken at the event visit our Photo Gallery.
China Alumni Network Events in Beijing and Guangzhou in September
To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Australia and China Vice Chancellor and President Professor Ian O'Connor hosted two Griffith Alumni 40th Anniversary Events in China in September. Winners of the 2012 Alumnus of the Decade competition were announced at the two cocktail receptions and included:
Mr Daniel Lai
Griffith Degree: Master in Technology Management
Year Awarded: 1995
Current Position and Employer: Government Chief Information Officer, The Government of Hong Kong Administrative Region
Mr Zeyu Li
Griffith Degree: Master of Engineering
Year Awarded: 2011
Current Position and Employer: Control System and Maintenance Engineer, Mercedes-Benz
Ms Ariel Luo
Griffith Degree: Master of Science in Public Health
Year Awarded: 2009
Current Position and Employer: Vice Section Chief, Occupational Health Inspection Section, Guangdong Institute of Health Inspection
Ms Marsha Miyahara
Griffith Degree: Master of Arts in Media Production with Honours
Year Awarded: 2005
Current Position and Employer: Consultant, Samsung OpenTide China
Ms Shirley Mak
Griffith Degree: Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Marketing
Year Awarded: 2001
Current Position and Employer: Researcher, Boyden Global Executive Search
Ms Tanya Menzel
Griffith Degree: Bachelor of Communications
Year Awarded: 2004
Current Position and Employer: Director at Speak; Director at Eat Asia
Mr Glenn Wilkinson
Griffith Degree: Bachelor of Arts and Graduate Diploma in Education
Year Awarded: 1986 and 1993
Current Position and Employer: Founder and Senior Consultant, Beacon Consultancy
Sincerest congratulations also to the finalists whose achievements have been significant: Mr Gerard Dutton, Mr Daniell Goodin, Mr Ben Hu, Mr Heng Li, Mr Zeyu Li, Ms Lily Ma, Ms Sarah Robinson, Mr Rob Scott, Ms Susan Bridges, Ms Tammy Li, Ms Renee Coventry, Ms Liping Zheng, Mr Charles Han, Ms Mengjuan Yan and Ms Carrie Wen.
London Alumni Network Events
Griffith University is participating in two Australian university alumni events in London in September. The Griffith team looks forward to catching up with you at one of these events.
Event 1: Innovative Research Universities UK Alumni Event, Saturday 8 September, 7-10pm, Prism Brasserie and Bar
Event 2: Queensland Universities Alumni Celebration, Friday 14 September, from 6.30pm, Edward Lumley Hall
Gold Coast Airport Marathon
Photos taken during this two day event can be found at the Griffith University Alumni Facebook page.
Sydney Alumni Network Reunion
Vice Chancellor and President Professor Ian O'Connor hosted a reunion for our alumni now based in Sydney. The evening of networking and socialising was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended. Take a look at the photos taken on the night.
Griffith Alumni 40th Anniversary Celebrations in Beijing and Guangzhou
In May, Deputy Vice Chancellor and Provost Professor Marilyn McMeniman AM hosted two Griffith Alumni cocktail receptions in China to celebrate the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our two countries. Over 200 Griffith alumni attended the events in Beijing and Guangzhou and made the most of the chance to network with fellow graduates and Griffith staff. In Beijing, we were honoured to hear Griffith Alumnus and former President of BHP Billiton China, Mr Clinton Dines, address the audience.
In September, Vice Chancellor and President Professor Ian O'Connor will travel to China to host a second Griffith Alumni event and also to announce the winners of the Alumnus of the Decade competition. (If you are a Chinese citizen, you can download an English and Chinese version of the entry forms here.)
Melbourne Alumni Network Reunion
On Thursday 10th May, Vice Chancellor and President Professor Ian O'Connor hosted a reunion for our alumni living and working in Melbourne. Once again, attendance was outstanding and the opportunity to hear from and meet the Vice Chancellor embraced by all in attendance. Feedback was so positive, we have already begun planning a future alumni event.
Griffith University Events Calendar: find out what other events are being held across our five campuses
