The Women's College

August kicked off with our Melbourne Alumnae & Friends event.

Wizzies from seven decades filled the room – some who studied together in the 1950s alongside some who finished in the 2010s.

Lots of catching up, old stories (a few corrections to those stories!), plenty of laughs and the latest news from College from Principal, Dr Tiffany Donnelly and Alumnae Committee President, Jennifer Giles.

Huge thanks to everyone who came along and helped bring the event together.

To stay in touch, click the link in our bio or email: [email protected]

Global perspectives, inspiring conversations, and a little more sunshine than anyone expected 🌞

During the recent semester break, a group of students travelled to the UK with Dean of Students, Meredith Garlick, as part of the College’s inaugural Global Horizons Program.

The program brought together students from diverse academic backgrounds and interests, fostering connections and encouraging them to think more broadly about future opportunities.

Through a series of sessions across London, Oxford and Cambridge, students gained insights into different industries, careers and study pathways.

Highlights included a law panel at Freshfields, a consulting and business discussion at PwC London, a med-tech discussion on taking a start-up to scale-up at Eucalyptus, and an economics and finance roundtable at S&P Global.

Other highlights included time at Australia House where the group met Elizabeth Bowes, Deputy High Commissioner, and tours of Newnham College and Murray Edwards College (and of course there's always time for a bit of punting!)

Global Horizons complements the College’s existing academic and professional development opportunities, and we’re excited to build on these global alumnae connections as we plan future programs.

A heartfelt thank you to the many alumnae and friends of the College who generously shared their time, expertise and networks to make this inaugural program such a success. 💜

OPEN DAY 2026!

Don't miss the opportunity to learn about how you can be supported throughout your university days with tutorial assistance, mentoring, internships and leadership programs while enjoying College life.

Meet staff and students, tour the College, and enjoy light refreshments at Open Day, Sat 29 August 2026, 10am-3pm. Hear from Principal Dr Tiffany Donnelly who will be presenting at 11am and 2pm.

Don't miss out on submitting your application to be considered for our 2027 Main round Offers. Applications close on 1 September 2026 - interviews are being conducted now!

Apply Now! Link in bio.


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Nominations are closing soon.

Do you know an alumna whose professional or personal achievements embody Women’s College values of leadership, vision, creativity, innovation and initiative?

Or perhaps someone who has made an outstanding contribution through service to their community?

Submit your nomination now.

🏆 Alumna Award
🏆 Young Alumna Award
🏆 Community Achievement Award

📅 Closes 5pm, Friday 10 July 2026

Details are available via the link in our bio or email [email protected]

🎟️ Winners will be announced at the Alumnae Awards Formal Dinner on Monday, 24 August 2026. Tickets are available on the Events page of our website.

Image: Jane MacMaster [1981-82] winner of the 2024 Alumna Award.

Our annual Women’s College Magazine is out now!

This year’s edition celebrates the incredible strength and impact of our alumnae community. From the lasting legacy of leaders like Dame Quentin Bryce AD CVO, to honouring the life and contribution of Dame Marie Bashir AD CVO, the magazine showcases inspiring stories from alumnae around the world—spanning public service, the arts, health, research and the not-for-profit sector.

You’ll also find highlights of philanthropy, scholarship milestones, and the ongoing achievements of our students and graduates—reflecting the deep connection and influence of the Women’s College network.

We invite you to reconnect with the College and be inspired by the extraordinary women who continue to shape its story.

Access your digital copy: https://www.thewomenscollege.com.au/publications/

Alumnae & Friends Reunion

Join Principal, Dr Tiffany Donnelly, for lunch at the Garden Restaurant at the National Gallery of Victoria, followed by an optional viewing of the Cartier: Melbourne Winter Masterpieces 2026 exhibition. https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/exhibition/cartier/

Whether you're based in Melbourne or just visiting, we'd love to see you.

Details
Saturday, 8 August 2026

Package options:
12.30pm – 2.00pm Lunch only (2 courses + glass of wine): $80.00pp

OR

Lunch + Exhibition: $120.00pp (please purchase a ticket for each). From 12.30pm and then enjoy the Exhibition with friends.

Tickets are essential as places are limited.

Please book via the Events page on our website by 5pm Friday 24 July 2026.

Alumnae Drinks in London 🇬🇧✨We’re bringing a little bit of College to London!

Dean of Students Meredith Garlick is travelling with 25 current students as part of our inaugural Global Horizons UK program — and they’re so excited to connect with our incredible London alumnae.

Join us for a relaxed and complimentary evening to swap stories, share your experiences of living and working abroad, and reconnect with friends old and new.

We’d love to see you there! 🥂

Queen's Head & Artichoke Pub
30-32 Albany St
London NW1 4EA

6-8pm Thursday 25 June 2026
Champagne and tapas on arrival

This complimentary event is a lovely opportunity to catch up with familiar faces and meet fellow alumnae.

Please RSVP: https://www.thewomenscollege.com.au/event-detail/alumnae-drinks-in-london/

A packed room, thoughtful questions and alumnae tuning in from across Australia and around the world - our Women & Finance Alumnae Forum was a huge success.

One message came through clearly: these conversations matter. We need to be talking about money more. Openly. Regularly. And especially with other women.

Money can be an uncomfortable topic, yet it remains one of the biggest sources of stress in our lives. The discussion explored the financial realities many women face, from caring responsibilities and career breaks to planning for longer lives, alongside practical questions about inheritance, estate planning and helping adult children (aka the 'bank of mum and dad').

Our sincere thanks to alumna Jo Ryan and the Alumnae Committee for helping bring the event to life.

Our Mentoring Formal Dinner, held in May, brought together students and alumnae for an evening of conversation and shared experience.

This year’s program featured an incredible breadth of expertise, with mentors working across visual arts and archaeology, music, marketing, law, medicine and health, consulting, finance, engineering and architecture, to name just a few.

Many of our mentors are former participants in the program themselves, having taken part during their time at College. This created a strong sense of reconnection throughout the evening, (which felt almost like a mini reunion!), with past and present participants exchanging insights and advice.

A heartfelt thank you to our alumnae community and supporters for so generously giving their time as mentors. Thank you also to our guest speaker, Kate Wenban, for sharing her insights and career journey.