16/08/2026
BABY GIVE BACK DONATION DRIVE
JCU Psychology Association is proud to be supporting Baby Give Back and local families doing it tough across Queensland!
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From tomorrow, 17 August at 12 PM until 18 September
๐ JCU Townsville Campus: Student Centre, Education Building 134
Weโll have a Baby Give Back donation box ready for any clean, good-quality baby and childrenโs items youโre able to spare!
Weโre collecting:
๐ Clothing
๐งท Nappies & wipes
๐งธ Toys
โจ Other baby essentials
Every donation, no matter how big or small, can make a real difference to a family who needs it.
So have a little look through those cupboards, wardrobes and toy boxes and bring along anything that could find a new home!
A massive thank you to everyone who donates and helps us support local families!
JCU Psychology Association ๐ง
05/08/2026
JCU Psychology Association Pub Crawl is here!
Get ready for a night of good company, great venues, and questionable career choices...
Theme: Come as the wrong degree! Whether you're a nurse, engineer, tradie, lawyer, chef, or scientist, show up in your best "wrong degree" outfit.
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Saturday, 8th August
๐ 6:00 PM
๐๏ธ Tickets are FREE!
We'll be walking together between venues, so wear comfortable shoes and stick with the group. You're welcome to join us for the whole crawl or meet us at any stop throughout the night.
๐ Follow the link in our bio to grab your free ticket!
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Please drink responsibly, look after your mates, and we'll see you there!
16/07/2026
Meet your JCUPA Student Representatives!
Our student reps are current psychology students who help represent your cohort, share student feedback, and make sure your voice is heard within the Psychology Association.
Whether you're in first year or postgraduate study, there's a rep for your cohort (or an opportunity to become one!).
โจ We're currently looking for:
๐ง 4th Year Representative
๐ Master's Representative
If you're a postgraduate student and would like to get involved, send us a DM! We'd love to hear from you. ๐
07/07/2026
Are you a current psychology student at James Cook University?
You are invited to take part in a short 10-15 minute anonymous survey exploring professional identity, sense of belonging and engagement with the professionally psyched podcast.
To participate in this study, you will be need to be
โข Currently enrolled in at least one psychology subject at JCU from any year (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th)
If interested, please complete survey: https://jcu.syd1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6ulrGwWCgmGeHHg
The survey is anonymous, completely voluntary, and you can withdraw from the study without explanation. Participants can enter a draw to win 1 of 5 $20 gift cards. Further details are included in the information sheet.
Ethics Approval Number: 24H-9564
24/06/2026
Ever wondered why different people can look at the same image and see completely different things?
Or how anyone can see anything in a random inkblot?
Come find out this Friday at our Rorschach Inkblot Test-inspired Paint & Sip!
Create your own inkblot masterpiece, compare interpretations with friends and see what everyone spots in the same inkblot.
No artistic skills required:
this event is all about having fun, meeting new people, and getting involved with the psych community.
WHen: THIS Friday
TIME: 3:30 PM
WHERE: Central plaza at jcu
COST: Completely FREE
Everyone is welcome! Bring your friends, family, partner, kids, housemates, or anyone who's curious, even if they don't study psychology or attend JCU.
๐ฅค Drinks anythihg you want: there will be soft drinks
We'd also love to hear your ideas and feedback for future Psychology Association events.
See you there!
18/06/2026
Coffee? Matcha? Tea? Just here for the chats? We've got you covered!
Come meet the JCU Psychology Association Executive Team tomorrow and put some faces to the names behind your events, socials, and opportunities. Whether you're a first-year student, nearing graduation, or just looking to connect with other psych students, we'd love to see you there.
๐ Ankers Espresso (Bottom Floor, JCU Library)
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Thursday 19 June
โ Coffee and great conversations
Drop by, say hello, and let us know what you'd like to see from JCU PA this year. We'd also love to hear your ideas, feedback, and input on the events, initiatives, and opportunities we're planning for the future.
See you there! ๐
21/01/2026
Become a member to gain:
๐ง Discounted tickets to JCUPA events ($5
off Pub Crawl Tickets, $10 off Psych Ball
Tickets)
๐ง Discount prices on JCUPA Merchandise
($5 off each item)
๐ง Access to exclusive and member only events (i.e., Tri-3 Industry Night)
๐ง Continuous support for our association
๐ง Voting Rights at general meetings
ALL FOR $20
You can purchase through our Linktree!
24/11/2025
IT'S TONIGHT!! We can't wait to see you there!
There will be Free food and drinks and colouring you would like to bring your kids along for the ride.
Industry & Volunteer Night
When: 25th of November at 6pm
Where: Building 028 Room 005
FREE Event and FREE Food and Drinks
A chance to connect and network with professionals, gaining valuable insights on various opportunities in psychology.
The College of Professional Psychology will also be attending via Zoom.
Get your FREE tickets on our website. https://www.jcupa.com.au/s/shop
See you there!
13/11/2025
Industry & Volunteer Night
When: 25th of November at 6pm
Where: Building 028 Room 005
FREE Event and FREE Food and Drinks
A chance to connect and network with professionals, gaining valuable insights on various opportunities in psychology.
The College of Professional Psychology will also be attending via Zoom.
Get your FREE tickets on our website. https://www.jcupa.com.au/s/shop
See you there!
17/10/2025
To see the continuation of JCUPA for next year, it is important that roles for the association are filled. If you are interested in any positions, please apply with our linktree and make the above date for the AGM (this is optional but preferred). Thank you!!