Becoming an Associate provides many connections within the Women’s College community and to other colleges on campus at The University of Queensland. It is a great opportunity for any student who commutes to university and wants to embrace the many benefits of a residential college such as academic tutorials, mentoring and networking opportunities.
Click here to see our Associate Membership flyer
Membership to the Associate Program includes the following benefits:
Orientation Week (first semester)
- Participation in the Orientation Week Program (includes all accommodation, meals and activities for six days with all residents and associates for first year)
- Women’s College polo shirt and cap
Facilities
- Join College residents for lunch during the week in the dining hall at no additional cost
- Opportunity to purchase dinner in the Dining Hall at an additional fee per meal
- Access to study spaces eg. Study Hub, music rooms
- 30% discount on apartment rentals (subject to availability)
- Tennis court access
Educational
- Attend college-run tutorials
- Pastoral care and academic support from staff and student leaders
- Attend Formal Dinners (dinner, guest speaker & networking opportunities)
Ready to Lead Program
- Opportunity to participate in a bespoke leadership development program called ‘Ready to Lead’
- Access mentoring and internship opportunities
Social
- Purchase tickets to Social events organised by the Student Club Executive
- Purchase Women’s College student merchandise
- Opportunity to obtain UQ Sport gym membership at a discounted rate for Women’s College students.
- Participate in cultural and community service activities.
To apply to The Women’s College to be an Associate member, please complete the online application form – https://www.womens.uq.edu.au/application-form/
My family lives in Norman Park in south east Brisbane. When my dad and aunty were younger, they both attended college at UQ with my aunty residing at Women’s and they found it to be one of the most enjoyable experiences of their lives. I was keen to be able to experience something similar so decided in 2019 to be an associate member. I enjoyed the experience immensely that I decided to become a resident in 2020 even though my family still lives a 20 minute drive away. I have absolutely love every minute of college. The community is so supportive and helps me balance out my sport and studies. I hope other graduating school students and their families realise that college really is an experience for anyone.
Zoe Garraway, 2019 Women’s College Associate Member/2020-2021 Resident/2021 Associate Officer