Buddy Program
Are 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:
- Campus tours
- Social activities on campus
- Local tours in and around Sydney (such as Taronga Zoo, bushwalking, night markets to name a few)
Who are buddies?
Buddies are current and experienced Macquarie students who volunteer to support other students through the Buddy Program.
Aims of the Buddy Program
- encourage a sense of belonging and community within Macquarie University for new and continuing students (both Domestic and International students)
- welcome new international students to Australia, Sydney, and Macquarie University
- deliver ongoing social support to new students through peer relationships, and
- share information about the various university services and supports available to students.
Upcoming Buddy events
All current students at Macquarie can sign up for Buddy activities and events.
Follow our social media to be the first to know about new events:
- Student events page
- Or sign up to get notified
English Conversation Club
Starts 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: 10 Hadenfeld Avenue, Level 1, Indoor Cafe
Octopus Game
Wednesday 6 August | 10:00am – 11:30am
Join MQ Buddies for MQ Squid Games where there is no eliminations - just chaos, challenges, and cheeky wins.
Bring your game face, leave with glory.
Meet: 10 Hadenfeld Avenue, Macquarie University
Lighthouse-Lighthouse Walk
Saturday 9 August | 10:00am – 3:00pm
Join the Buddies to visit the historic Macquarie lighthouse which Macquarie University's logo takes inspiration from! We will be having a breezy walk to Macquarie and Hornby Lighthouses - great views, even better company!
Bring: Water, lunch, opal cards!
Meet: First Fleet Park, The Rocks NSW 2000 (park is next to the Museum of Contemporary Art and Circular Quay Wharf 6)
Interested in volunteering?
Expression of Interest to become a Buddy for Session 2 2025 is now open
If you have successfully completed at least one session as a Buddy, you can also apply to be a Buddy Team Leader.
