Alumni Network Sydney, Australia

The Utrecht University Alumni Network Sydney brings together a vibrant community of graduates. It’s a place to reconnect, expand your network, and share ideas with fellow alumni who carry the same international spirit and academic roots. Whether you’re new to Sydney or a long-time resident, the network offers inspiring events, meaningful connections, and a strong sense of belonging.

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Meet our Alumni Ambassadors

  • Frans Verstraten

    PhD in Comparative Physiology (Biology), 1994

    Professor and McCaughey Chair of Psychology, University of Sydney & Emeritus Professor of Theoretical and Cognitive Psychology, Utrecht University

  • Nicoline van Cann

    Master in International Relations in Historical Perspective, 2013

    Associate Director International Network at New South Wales Premier's Department

Events

Take a look at the events calendar for upcoming alumni events.

15 July 2026 - Alumni Gathering 

UU alumni were hosted by Hugo Klijn, the Consul General of the Netherlands  at his residence in Sydney. It was a wonderful opportunity to (re)connect, share stories from our time studying in Utrecht, and hear where everyone’s paths have taken them since university. The Consul offered an engaging glimpse into his journey from studying history at Utrecht University to life as a diplomat, while also sharing insights into the work and activities of the Dutch diplomatic network in Australia.

De skylines van Utrecht en Sydney

7 May 2025 - Alumni Gathering: From Classroom to Career

On the occasion of the work visit of UU associate professor Christianne Smit to Sydney, alumni discussed how well did education at UU prepare them for  professional and societal challenges.

Een groep alumni kijkt naar een spreker die met zijn rug naar de camera staat

5 December 2023 - Alumni Gathering

UU professors Sandra Ponzanesi and Joost Raessens visited Sydney for a work conference and updated the UU alumni community in Sydney on their research projects. Accompanied by real Dutch Sinterklaas “strooigoed”. 

More information

For more information about this network and other international UU alumni networks, please contact Germaine Custers at g.g.e.g.custers@uu.nl.