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 260 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 are currently grappling with the changing scene in residential colleges in response to 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. The leaders have been working hard to bring 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.
Flo Kearney
Head of College and 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.
2020 Valedictory Dinner
Last Thursday evening we celebrated and acknowledged our Graduands and Valedicts at the 2020 Valedictory Dinner. We recognised the outstanding commitment of our outgoing Student Leadership Team, other committees [...]
Congratulations 2021 Student Club Executive
Congratulations to our new members of the Student Club Executive for 2021. Noor Kahloon, is the Student Club President and Ashleigh Kane, is the Vice President. The new leadership [...]
2021 Resident Assistants Announced
The 2021 Resident Assistants were officially announced by Head of College & CEO, Flo Kearney, on Sunday 11 October. Congratulations to Phoebe Parker who was appointed the Senior Resident [...]
Colleges’ UQ Alumni Award Winner Announced
The Women's College is excited to announce that Sally McPherson (alumna 1999-2002) is the UQ Alumni Awards - Colleges' UQ Alumni Award recipient for 2020. Congratulations to Sally on [...]
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 [...]
Parent eNews – Now Available
Check out our latest Parent eNews - Spring 2020. Our Head of College shares the latest news around the College and shares some key dates. Download this pdf version [...]
Applications for 2021 Scholarships Now Open
Applications are now open for 2021 Scholarships for new and current students and close on Monday 7 December 2020. Further details about the application process, criteria and eligibility are [...]
Alumnae Awards
With current COVID-19 restrictions, The Women's College Alumnae Awards Dinner will be rescheduled to early 2021. This will provide the opportunity for alumnae to travel from interstate for this [...]
FREDA Alumnae Magazine – Now Available
Welcome to our first edition of FREDA....Freda in honour of our founding Principal, Anna Frederika (Freda) Bage. It's wonderful to reconnect with our alumnae through our new digital magazine [...]
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 [...]
Come for a Virtual Visit
Year 12 students who want to find out more about living at Women's College in 2021, can now connect with our student ambassadors to ask questions about preparing for [...]
Take a 3D Tour
Our College has put individual and school group tours on hold with the need for social distancing during the current climate. So come and explore our College and its [...]