Connect with new friends, build global networks and most importantly—have fun!

Each year the Griffith Mates host activities, networking events and day trips throughout Queensland for Griffith University's diverse student population. Our activities and events are hosted online and across Brisbane and Gold Coast campuses for both domestic and international students. We celebrate the rich, diverse culture at Griffith University through interactive games, activities and experiences that allow students to make new friendships and create lasting memories.

Trimester 1, 2024

The Griffith Mates are delighted to invite all currently enrolled Griffith University, Griffith College and GELI students (domestic and international) to explore and register for our range of exciting online and in person events and activities on offer in Trimester 1.

Senior Buddy

International Student Buddy

The Buddy Program is designed to help ease the transition to uni life and provide a safe and comfortable environment for new international students to ask questions about Griffith, life in Australia, as well as practise English. It’s also a great way to make friends!

Weeks 1–4

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Bush Care (Brisbane)

Connect with the local community and make a difference, in collaboration with the Mount Gravatt Environmental Group.

Saturday 23 March

7.30am - 11.30am

Meet at Mt Gravatt campus at 7.15am

Click here to register

World Fair

Our Griffith Mates will be showcasing their diverse nationalities at our World Fair! Visit the Griffith Mates pop up stalls to learn about another culture, sample local snacks, and play some games.



Tuesday 26 March

11am – 2pm

Gold Coast, G33 Student Centre Lawn

Nathan, N76 Campus Heart

No registration  required - everyone is welcome!

Easter with Mates Pop-up Booth

Join the Griffith Mates on campus for some Easter fun at our seasonal pop up booth! Spin the lucky wheel, participate in a scavenger hunt, visit the Easter crafts table, or try your luck with Easter trivia and fun facts and make new friends.


Wednesday 27 March

11am–2pm

Gold Coast campus, Library Lawn (G10)

Nathan, Campus Heart (N76)

Pre-registration not required -  use the QR scan code upon arrival on the day to join the Griffith Mates activity

Sunset Karaoke with Mates

Need to take a break from study? Join the Griffith Mates for a fun and relaxing afternoon of Karaoke! Come along and sing your favourites and dance along to everyone singing!!

Thursday 11 April

4pm - 6pm

Gold Coast and Nathan campuses

Click here to register

Park Care, Gold Coast

Enjoy time outdoors with Grififth Mates and friends as you care for our local environment, contribute to the local community, and help to keep Gold Coast parks and beaches beautiful!

Saturday 13 April

7.30am - 11.30am

Broadwater Parklands, Southport

Click here to register

International Night

Come and celebrate our diverse cultures we have at Griffith University! The Griffith Mates are excited to host an International Night at the Nathan and Gold Coast Campuses. A light dinner will be provided with plenty of activities and opportunities to connect with new friends!

Thursday 18 April

6pm – 8pm

Gold Coast campus, G11_3.64

Nathan campus, Multi Faith Centre

Click here to register

Career and Professional Development Workshop

Are you looking for ways to enhance and strengthen your employability skills?

Join Griffith Mates at a FREE professional development workshop, presented by Griffith's Career Development Consultant team. During this workshop, we will focus on the following topics:

  • The Power of Networking - an interactive session which includes practical scenarios and coaching tips.
  • Developing Cross Cultural Competency - provides a foundation for understanding cultural differences, appreciation of diversity and applying cultural competencies in work and life, to effectively interact, work and develop meaningful relationships with people of various cultural backgrounds.

Domestic and international students are welcome to register for this workshop.

Wednesday 24 April

Gold Coast campus from 9.30–11.30am at G11_3.60

Nathan campus from 1pm–3pm at N53_-1.24

Click here to register

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