English Conversation Club
Meet like-minded peers and improve your English in no time
Find out moreAre you new to Macquarie University or Sydney? Come along to our Buddy Program events to meet new people, expand your network and have fun exploring Sydney while immersing yourself in the student life.
The Buddy Program is a peer support network providing support to students, both domestic and international, to assist their transition into Macquarie University. It aims to deliver ongoing social support through peer relationships and social activities on and off campus to students and help make your transition into your new life at Macquarie University easier.
The buddy program organises many social events and activities throughout the semester including:
Buddies are current and experienced Macquarie students who volunteer to support other students through the Buddy Program.
All current students at Macquarie can sign up for Buddy activities and events.
We held some great events in 2024, including Bondi to Bronte coastal walk, board games nights, and day trips to the Blue Mountains, Taronga Zoo, and Canberra. Check back here next year to see the events planned for 2025!
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We have finished for 2024 and will restart in Week 1, Session 1 2025. We look forward to you joining us then.
Want to improve your English speaking skills?
Come along to the Buddies run English Conversation Club! Here the we provide a casual fun and supportive environment to practice your English. Show up, meet like-minded peers and improve your English in no time!
Dates: Every Tuesday, 12pm – 1pm (excluding mid-session break)
Location: Library Building, Level 4, Room M4.01
Expression of Interest to become a Buddy for Session 1 2025 are now closed.
If you have successfully completed at least one session as a Buddy, you can also apply to be a Buddy Team Leader.