Widening Participation at Macquarie University

Broken Hill — let’s Test Your Best!

A fun, free night of practical challenges led by real exercise and sport scientists are coming your way!

📅 Wednesday 11 March
⏰ 6pm — 7:30pm
📍 Gary Radford Pavilion — Broken Hill Racecourse

Bring your curiosity, your energy and your best game!

Free to attend — limited spots so register now via the link in our bio 🔗

See you there 🏃‍♀️

MQ students 👋

Are you a person who identifies as neurodivergent, neuro-questioning, or a friend to the neurodivergent community?

⏰: 12pm-1.30 pm, Tuesday 17 March
📍: Frank Mercer Biology Courtyard, 6 Wallys Walk

The University warmly welcomes all neurodivergent and neuro-questioning staff and students, and neurotypical friends to a luncheon celebrating our neurodiverse community at Macquarie.

• Meet people with similar experiences and concerns
• Fun educational activities and conversation starters
• Learn about on-campus resources for the ND community
• Enjoy a fully catered lunch for a wide range of dietary requirements

To attend Neurolunch, please register by 5pm Thursday 13 March.

Neurolunch is a part of Macquarie’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, running from 16-22 March.

Please note that Neurolunch is a separate event from the symposium Neurodiversity at Macquarie: From awareness to action, celebrating different minds being held on 18 March which requires separate registration.

Head to the links in our bio to register 🔗

Empowering the next generation of women in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine). On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we celebrate the curiosity, courage, and brilliance of young women who will shape tomorrow’s discoveries.

Are you looking for a mentor? Join the Making Connections mentoring program!

This initiative links MQ students from various specific backgrounds with an academic mentor in your home department or faculty. The program aims to support students in mastering the complexities of university life and to develop the knowledge required to succeed in your studies.

Head to the link in our bio to sign up! 💫

Celebrating Impact: Equity in Action 2025! 🎉

We recent came together with students, staff and partners to reflect on the achievements and transformative impact of our Access and Widening Participation initiatives throughout 2025.

From creating new pathways into higher education to recognising our own Macquarie University students; this celebration was a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we work together for equity and opportunity.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s success - your passion and commitment make all the difference.

Here’s to continuing the journey and building on our momentum in 2026!

🌌 Orange, are you ready for a night of wonder? 🌌

Macquarie University is bringing the stars and discovery to you!

📅 Tuesday 2 December | From 6PM
📍 Orange Ex Services’ Club

✨ Step into a world of discovery with:

🔭 A guided Planetarium experience
🧬 DNA extraction
🧱 LEGO building challenges
🤖 Robotics in action
..and heaps more hands-on fun!

🎁 Plus — enter our raffle & chat with uni reps about your future!

Whether you’re a student, parent, or just curious — this night is for YOU 💫

🎟️ Spots are limited — hit the link in bio or scan the QR code to register now!

We can’t wait to see you there 🤩

Our incredible 2025 MURI students have wrapped up their internships - presenting their research posters alongside their academic supervisors! 🧠📊

From bold ideas to real-world impact, their dedication and curiosity shone through every project 👏
 
A huge thanks to our brilliant supervisors for their mentorship and support.
 
Congratulations to Sienna Dades who won the Judges’ Choice award for best poster, and Eileen Farrell who won the People’s Choice award!

To all the Year 12 students who are starting their HSC: YOU'VE GOT THIS!

Here are 5 quick tips to stay sharp during your exams!

Job opportunity 📣

The Domestic Future Students team has an exciting opportunity for current Macquarie University students wanting to develop new skills, make connections and promote the University to the next generation!

Being a Student Ambassador is a rewarding experience. You will play an important role in promoting the University to a range of future students through outreach activities. To perform well in this role, you will need to be approachable, proactive, adaptable, confident in presenting to a wide range of audiences and willing to go the extra mile.

If you or someone you know is interested in this paid opportunity, click the link in our bio to apply! Applications close Monday 29 September.

Job opportunity 📣

The Domestic Future Students team has an exciting opportunity for current Macquarie University students wanting to develop new skills, make connections and promote the University to the next generation!

Being a Student Ambassador is a rewarding experience. You will play an important role in promoting the University to a range of future students through outreach activities. To perform well in this role, you will need to be approachable, proactive, adaptable, confident in presenting to a wide range of audiences and willing to go the extra mile.

If you or someone you know is interested in this paid opportunity, click the link in our bio to apply! Applications close Monday 29 September.