THE WOMEN’S COLLEGE
The Women’s College within The University of Queensland provides a supportive and nurturing home-away-from-home for young women who relocate to Brisbane to undertake tertiary studies at their chosen university.
The College’s focus on the academic and personal development needs of each student, along with pastoral care and access to a diverse range of leadership, sporting, cultural, community and social activities, makes Women’s more than just a place to stay. It is a place to celebrate and appreciate the diversity, talents and personalities of the over 300 residents and non-resident associates who call the College ‘home’.
It is an honour to serve as Head of The Women’s College. The Senior Leadership Team and staff work together to ensure that living at Women’s is a special experience as you journey through your university studies. You will establish many connections, friendships and networks, and create wonderful memories that will last you a lifetime. As you transition from school to university and into your chosen career, you will benefit from invaluable support and inspiration from your fellow students, alumnae and an amazing array of strong, successful women who readily offer their time and wisdom to the College.
Fostering future leaders has not only been a crucial part of our development for over 100 years, but also remains a key focus of the Women’s College experience today.
Our student leaders have been at the forefront of effecting cultural change in the college in response to published reviews – the Broderick Review published in 2017, followed by the Red Zone Report in 2018 and the Neve Review in 2019, which have all brought attention to long-held traditions and standards of behaviour in university colleges across Australia. Our leaders have set a form foundation and continue to work hard in bringing about cultural change while maintaining the balance between ‘traditional’ practices and societal expectations today.
Women’s College is a very special place and it is a great privilege to support our young women on their journey through university studies and transition to adulthood.
Take the opportunity to visit The Women’s College at our upcoming Open Days on Saturday 31 July – Sunday 1 August and experience how living here can complete your university experience. We also invite students interested in residing at The Women’s College in 2022 to attend our Dinner with a Wooza Formal Dinner on Thursday 12 August. Both events are great ways to meet our current students and discover everything you need to know.
Flo Kearney, Head of College & CEO
WHY THE WOMEN’S COLLEGE
Choosing your university accommodation is an important decision. Beyond the practicality of living in a convenient, secure and comfortable location so close to UQ, life at Women’s offers a supportive and seamless transition into the very best university experience.
Ready to Lead
- Ready to Live
- Ready to Learn
At Women’s, there are no stereotypes about what women should do, but there are unlimited expectations about what women can do.
STANDARDS & INTEGRITY
Latest News
Check the latest news from The Women’s College.
Alumna Cecilie Lander Awarded AM
The Women's College is excited to announce that The Reverend Dr Cecilie Lander (alumna 1966-1968) has been recognised in the 2021 Queen's Birthday Honours List as a Member (AM) [...]
Win a Cocktail Function
Online Auction Bids are now open to Win a Cocktail Function. Bids can also be placed in person at the following events - Standing Committee Luncheon - Friday 2 [...]
Alumnae Reunion Celebrations
Alumnae milestone reunions to reconnect, remember and share memories are being held on Saturday 17 July. Lunch – 12:00pm – 3:00pm – Fresher Year Groups – 1950, 1951, 1960, 1961, [...]
Standing Committee Luncheon
An annual fundraising event, named in honour of the Standing Committee, who established and fundraised for The Women's College from the early 1900s. Book a table of friends and [...]
Sunrise Work Experience Winner
Congratulations to second-year resident, Lucy Charles, who is the lucky winner of the 'Win a Day's Work Experience at Australia's #1 breakfast show, Sunrise, in Sydney. Lucy is a [...]
Women’s Wins Choralfest
Congratulations to our students for taking out first place in the ICC Choralfest Competition on 15 April. Under the direction of the 2021 Convenors, Molly Parker and Phoebe Heslop, [...]
Alumnae Award winners
Congratulations to the 2021 Women's College Alumnae Award winners - Phoebe Thomas - Young Alumna Award, Suzanne Bosanquet - Community Alumna Award, Phoebe Young - Inspirational Alumna Award and [...]
Applications Open for 2022
Applications for residency at The Women's College are now open for 2022. For details about the application process, click here - https://www.womens.uq.edu.au/apply-womens-college/ [...]
Wooza – A Magazine for Future Students
Welcome to the first issue of Wooza. A recruitment magazine for future residents, Wooza, has been designed specifically for high school students in Year 11 and Year 12. It [...]
FREDA Alumnae Magazine – Now Available
Welcome to our second edition of FREDA....Freda in honour of our founding Principal, Anna Frederika (Freda) Bage. It's wonderful to reconnect with our alumnae through our digital magazine and [...]
Your Partner for Conferences & Events
Looking for a perfect Brisbane venue for your end of year celebratory event post-COVID-19, or planning a conference or event in 2021? Book your event and accommodation with Women's [...]