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Since its launch in July 2008, alumni from around the world have reconnected with the University of Adelaide by joining its online community, Adelaide onLION. This exclusive networking facility for graduates, students and staff (current and former) has already attracted more than 9000 members with an average of 30 new members signing up every day. Why are alumni signing up? Some of the attractions of the onLION community include: finding a fellow alumnus, looking for or posting a job in our Careers Centre, accessing special offers through our Privileges Package and signing up for a perpetual email account. Thought about organising a reunion? Adelaide onLION can be used to help you find lost classmates and to promote your gatherings. For more information visit: www.alumni.adelaide.edu.au/reunion Who is signing up?

Around 50% of our members are aged between 20 and 40, ranging from our youngest member -- 16 years of age to our most senior member, aged 91. Males make up 61% of the total membership. Alumni from the Professions are leading the way with Sciences a close second.

Where are our members located? Members come from more than 60 countries across the globe - from Australia to Uganda. While Australians take the number one position in terms of country of residence, our top five membership countries outside of Australia are:

Malaysia 375 Singapore 374 Hong Kong 166 USA 81 UK 74

A warm welcome to our one member from Nepal! It seems the Victoria vs South Australia rivalry continues with more members now living in Victoria than any other state outside of SA. Adelaide onLION reflects the diversity of our alumni community and demonstrates that neither age nor location is a barrier to connecting with your alma mater and fellow alumni. Thanks to all of you who have made Adelaide onLION a success. As we approach our first anniversary of the launch of onLION we ask you to help us reach our goal of 10,000 members by 1 July. If you are already a member of onLION, please encourage a fellow alumnus to join. If you haven't yet joined the community, please go to Request an Account at: www.alumni.adelaide.edu.au/adelaideonlion Remember, Adelaide onLION is your community and therefore your participation is crucial. Let us know what you think of the community, what you would like to see in the future, or any other ideas you might have by emailing adelaide.onlion@adelaide.edu.au or posting on the message boards. Looking forward to seeing you onLION!