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.
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.
Win Work Experience at Sunrise
Win a day's work experience at Australia's #1 breakfast show, Sunrise, in Sydney. Watch the show go to air, meet the on-air presenters, and then have a one-on-one meeting [...]
Win a Lunch with Sallyanne Atkinson
Online Auction….Bids Now Open to win a Private Lunch with Dr Sallyanne Atkinson AO The highest bidder will enjoy a two-course lunch with Sallyanne Atkinson prepared by our Executive Chef and [...]
In Conversation with
A special fundraising Formal Dinner will be held on Thursday 20 May to launch the Alumnae Awards prize. Join 2021 Alumna of the Year winner, Amanda Johnston-Pell and 1990 [...]
Tribute to Maureen Aitken
The Women's College will pay tribute to Dr Maureen Aitken, Principal 1991-2008 at a High Tea on Saturday 17 April. Dr Aitken passed away in 2020 and the College will launch [...]
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/ [...]
COVID-19 Update
As part of Women's College commitment to our community's health and safety we monitor the COVID-19 situation closely and follow all the relevant advice from Queensland Health. Review the [...]
Eeyore – 2020 Student Yearbook
Welcome to the 52nd edition of Eeyore - 2020 Student Yearbook! This historic publication symbolises the value of tradition and history at Women’s and provides a special link between [...]
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 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 [...]