Psychology Society
Past Events
MacqPsych society works hard to organise a range of enjoyable social events and informative academic and networking events for our members throughout the year. Take a look back at our past events for 2023 to see event photos and resources. To get tickets for our upcoming events, members can head to Qpay here!
Diverse Women in Psychology
Academic event
Welcome to MacqPsych, where we delve into the experiences of diverse women in the field of Psychology. Join us as we speak with Dr Nasreen Yasin, Maria Bui, Baby Foo, Douha El-Assaad and Dr Lili Yu about their unique journeys. With a focus on inclusivity and diversity, we're committed to bringing important conversations to light. Watch it here
Gratitude Journaling Zoom Workshop
Well-being event
Join our Well-being officer, Lara, as she leads through a guided gratitude journaling workshop. From discussing what gratitude journaling is to showing off people's amazing entry's, learn all about gratitude journaling here
Honours and Other Pathways
Academic event
Discussing honours at Macquarie University and APA accredited diploma at UTS. Joined by MQ associate professor Rachel Kallen and UTS associate professor Pheobe Bailey. Access the livestream here.
Behind the Consult
Academic/Networking event
At this event, we chatted with two reputable mental health clinicians, Mr Paul Salviani, a registered child psychologist, and Dr Padmini Howpage, a clinical psychiatrist about battling compassion fatigue, how to take care of yourselves after consults and much more! Click here to watch the recording.
Honours & Beyond
Academic event
This year, we were pleased to have 6 esteemed professors, doctors of psychology and practicing psychologists who talked all about academic pathways for students to pursue after completing a BA in psychology. See photos from the event here.
PsychTalks
Academic event
PsychTalks 2023 was headed by Dr Narelle Hess, a leading Organisational Psychologist and Guest lecturer at Macquarie University. See photos from the event here.
APA-7 Referencing Workshop
Academic Event
A beginner's online workshop to help students understand the basics of APA formatting, hosted by Patricia Motahari and Keanna Lau. Click here to watch or download the workshop.
Annual MacqPsych Cruise
Social Event
The theme for this year's cruise was ‘The Great Gatsby’! Over 100 MacqPsych members got their glitz and glam on and partied the night away like the 1920s in New York City! See photos here.
First Year Welcome
Social Event
We welcomed First Year Psychology students to Macquarie University and encouraged new social connections, with free pizza and drinks for members. See highlights of the event on our instagram!