140 Ormond Stories
More ice-cream, less liver
From the first meal of bread and cheese in 1881 through many roasts, puddings and soups, the history of dining at Ormond tells us much about food in Australia in the last 140 years.
The Triggle
Between 1937 and 1973, the 'triggle' was an after-dinner walk taken by students of Ormond and University Women's College.
Going viral
Ormond has weathered several pandemics during its 140 years and Ormondians have made vital contributions to fighting infectious disease.
They pursued it with forks and hope
Formal dinners at Ormond and the curious menu cards that accompanied them.
Brack to the beginning
The Students' Club's growing collection of contemporary art was created after the sale of a valuable painting.
The origins of the Bumblebee
The iconic jumper worn by generations of Ormondians to cheer on their College.
A hallmark of College life
The traditions surrounding it have changed, but gathering together for dinner remains an important ritual of College life.
The Ievers Dinner
The Ievers Dinner was the least important and the greatest night in the Ormond calendar. It started mighty and finished mightier yet.
Celebrating the Students’ Club
The Students' Club Dinner is a highlight of the College year and celebrates the achievements and leaders of Ormondians.