Engage with your life at Macquarie

Check out our on-campus and online activities happening during Macquarie Kickstart to help you launch your Macquarie experience and build a foundation to succeed in your studies.

Sessions will be held on campus unless specifically stated otherwise.

The following types of sessions are available:

  • Macquarie Kickstart sessions: help you find your feet and give you an idea of the culture at Macquarie.
  • Faculty sessions: provide an understanding of your course and study expectations
  • Parent and Carers information evening:  8 February @ 6pm :  Macquarie Theatre, 21 Wally’s Walk

Macquarie Kickstart sessions

Books & Beyond: Why the Library is one of many keys to your academic success

The MQ Library and its expert staff are a valuable resource that can significantly contribute to your academic success. More than books - think academic articles, subject collections and referencing help! Learn how you can access reliable information and gain skills to support your academic growth. Come along to explore the great services and support available to you at our university library!

From Butterflies to Brilliance: Public speaking workshop

Created by the Macquarie University Debating Society and Writing Centre. Our internationally competing student Debating team will guide you through crafting and delivering a compelling speech. This Workshop is designed to help you overcome your fear and anxiety, improve your delivery style, and engage your audience. Plus, with the rise of AI, it's becoming increasingly important to deliver presentations in a compelling and memorable way. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from your peer experts and take your public speaking skills to the next level.

You Were Write: Trivia with the Writing Centre

Join the Writing Centre for an exciting trivia session! Get ready to put your knowledge to the test and have some fun while doing it. Also, learn about the Writing Centre support services here at MQ. You'll have the chance to win prizes and meet other passionate students beginning their journey of academic writing.

Building a safer Macquarie community

Safer Communities @ MQ is a mandatory online course for students at Macquarie. The course supports a safer environment by helping you understand consent, respectful relationships, looking out for your peers and how to intervene safely if you witness inappropriate behaviour. Safer Communities @ MQ also provides information about support and reporting services at Macquarie, as well as safe sex education and alcohol and drug safety.