In July, a survey was distributed inviting participation from our community of over 17,000 Old Melburnians, living all around the world, seeking anonymous feedback about their experiences while at the School and since leaving.
This is a new initiative through which the School and the Old Melburnians Council will seek vital input on a triennial basis to help us evolve and improve the experience of being an Old Melburnian.
We were delighted to receive 579 thoughtful responses and thank all who participated.
The results outlined here, are very encouraging, but there is more we can do.
The School
“The sense of connection and belonging to the
school was immense…teachers helped foster a sense of self-belief and ambition…”
“Values of excellence, performance and community spirit were all major cornerstones of my education and have not left me upon graduating.”
“It is a school that has a social conscience.”
“MGS is a strong educational institution that cares and believes in its students.”
Being an OM
“The Old Melburnians should be a group that assists with mentoring, networking and access to business/industry insights.”
“[I want] regular communications about OM Council objectives and plans.”
Our goal is to make sure all Old Melburnians feel connected, included and valued as members of the community, and that their experience of being an Old Melburnian is excellent – in whatever form this might take. Whether it is observing from a distance or being actively involved in daily events and programs – we want all Old Melburnians to smile when they think of their alma mater.
Through our communications and events, you can stay in touch with other OMs and keep up with news about the School. You can also meet the group of Old Melburnians who volunteer their time as members of the Old Melburnian Council and learn more about the work they do to provide vital connections for Old Melburnians.
Increasing connection
What can you expect?
An annual program of Class Reunions, giving Old Melburnians the chance to return to School and catch up with old friends will continue.
We are excited to announce that we have added a One Year Reunion for the Class of 2023. Save the date: Friday 15 November 2024.
An expanded program of Branch events for Old Melburnians living outside Melbourne, in areas such as London, New York, Canberra, Sydney, Adelaide and the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas is planned.
With the help of Year Level Ambassadors and Branch Reps, we will help you to connect with Old Melburnians in your year and area. Get in touch if you are keen to be involved.
Next year OMs can expect more regular news and updates about Old Melburnians, along with a refreshed website. And remember, join omlink.org to connect with other OMs online.
The future – what more can we do?
“showcase thediversity of its offerings and its inclusion of various people connected with our school community.”
“I’d like a book club, and more events for Old Melburnian Women at Grimwade.”
We will continue our focus on making OM Women feel part of the community.
Encouraged by the responses from young OMs, we will find ways to be more relevant, particularly to OMs who graduated in the last 10 years.
We will keep celebrating diversity in the OM community through storytelling, and by ensuring programs and events are accessible and welcoming to all.
Led by Kirsty Hooper, the School’s Head of Alumni and Community Relations, the results of this survey will inform the development of
a plan that will shape how the School, in partnership with the Old Melburnians Council, engages with alumni.
In the meantime, Old Melburnians can expect to see some exciting changes as outlined here.
We look forward to continuing this exciting work and welcome your suggestions and contributions.
The Old Melburnians
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