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About ub)alumni
In the Latin phrase-book, the word 'alumni' is derived from the noun 'alere' -to nourish, meaning former pupil or student. For students, graduates, staff, ex-staff and friends of the University of Ballarat, it is a 'ticket to ride' with an itinerary of local and global connections.
The University's Alumni Association, now fondly known as ub)alumni was first formed in 1995 to bring together students, staff and graduates to support the University in the realisation of its mission and to encourage an active involvement in the rich community life of UB through social, intellectual and educational activities.
With a rich heritage dating back to the founding years of the School of Mines and Industries Ballarat, the ub)alumni journey spans more than 135 years and embraces an extensive community of diverse peoples and experience. Graduates, current and former staff and those who have enjoyed a close association with the University (and its institutional ancestors) have independently laid claim to a lifelong relationship with UB, while uniting to form a fellowship of knowledge.
The University is very proud of the accomplishments of our graduates and the contribution our alumni give to their chosen industry / profession, communities, and beyond. Our alumni community is diverse and extensive, made up of people from every age group, all walks of life and found all over the globe!
No matter where you are located or when you attended the university, you are part of the ever-growing ub)alumni family.