Water Awareness Program
Register now for the May program | ECU event
ECU is teaming up with UWA to deliver a free five-week Water Awareness Program for those with little or no swimming experience. Build confidence in and around the water while learning essential safety, basic swimming techniques, and simple rescue skills. Sessions will run Fridays, 10am–11am at the UWA Aquatic Centre, Crawley, with a bus available from ECU Joondalup if required. Participants are encouraged to attend most sessions.
To express interest, email studentsports@ecu.edu.au →
Rainbow Social
Wednesday 1 April 2026 | ECU event
Relax, chat and connect with others in a welcoming LGBTQIA+ student space. Engage in a few activities, and enjoy low-pressure conversations. Grab a free drink and snack too!
Register for the April session →
The Big Meet Careers Fair
Wednesday 1 April 2026 | External event
A free careers fair where university students and recent graduates can connect with leading Australian employers and explore graduate, internship, and gap year opportunities at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Disability and Neurodivergent Social (Breakfast)
Thursday 2 April 2026 | ECU event
This social is being hosted in The Living Room, providing an inclusive environment to share stories, make friends, engage in a few activities, and enjoy low-pressure conversations. Grab a free breakfast and snack too!
Join the breakfast social →
Scitech Tour & Planetarium
Thursday 2 April 2026 | ECU event
Join the ECU Student Guild for an out-of-this-world visit to Scitech — home to Australasia’s largest planetarium dome. Spend the day exploring hands-on science exhibits, interactive displays, and discovering the wonders of space in Scitech’s spectacular planetarium theatre.
Find out more and book your ticket spot →
ECU City Campus Tour & WA Museum Visit
Wednesday 8 April 2026 | ECU event
A unique activity during the semester break and school holiday period. Join us for a relaxed morning with your family, starting with a guided visit to ECU’s City Campus, followed by a trip to the WA Museum Boola Bardip. Registrations close 5 April.
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Self-Care
Wednesday 8 April 2026 | ECU event
Self-care is everywhere on social media, but it can be difficult to make it part of everyday life. This session explores what self-care really means, why it matters and practical ways to build habits that support your wellbeing as a student.
Book your place for the online session →
LGBTIQA+ Mental Health Drop-In
Wednesday 8 April 2026 | ECU event
Come along to The Living Room at ECU Joondalup to an event where you can ask anything LGBTIQA+ related. This is a casual hangout, have some light refreshments and have a yarn with mental health professionals about everything you wanted to know about LGBTIQA+ services on and off campus. From 3.30pm-4.30pm.
Equity Morning Tea (City)
Thursday 9 April 2026 | ECU event
Take a break from your studies and join the ECU Guild for a relaxed morning of connection and community, with free morning tea, snacks, craft activities, and Lifeblood goodies.
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Equity Meet and Greet (Joondalup)
Thursday 9 April 2026 | ECU event
Take a midday break with the ECU Guild for a relaxed, creative session in the Pride Room, featuring drinks, crafts, and friendly conversations in a supportive, inclusive space.
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Koombana Bay Sundowner
Sunday 12 April 2026 | External event
Join the free Youth Sundowner at Koombana Bay Amphitheatre on Sunday 12 April (3:30–5:30pm) for beach volleyball, live music, creative art activities, games, and free food in a relaxed, inclusive coastal setting. No registration required; just come along, connect with others, and enjoy the sunset.
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Respect in Practice: Preventing gender-based violence
Tuesday 14 April 2026 | ECU event
Join us for a free, interactive workshop to explore what gender‑based violence can look like in a university setting, why it happens, and how it’s shaped by social and cultural factors on and off campus.
Book your place →
International Cafe (Joondalup)
Tuesday 14 April 2026 | ECU event
Come and grab a free coffee, snacks, and socialise with other international students at Plantation Café. Just turn up!
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ECU: Learn to Ride
Tuesday 14 April 2026 | ECU event
ECU staff and students are invited to learn to ride as bicycle - it's never too late! Learning to ride a bicycle is incredibly impowering and People on Bicycles will help you every pedal stroke along the way. Providing expert guidance we will be getting you to balancing and pedalling in this 3-week course. Tuesday 14, 21 and 28 April. Bicycles and helmets will be provided.
Book your place →
Disability and Neurodivergent Social
Wednesday 15 April 2026 | ECU event
This social provides an inclusive environment to share stories, make friends, engage in a few activities, and enjoy low-pressure conversations. Grab a free drink and snack too!
Book your place →
How Do I Stop Procrastinating?
Wednesday 15 April 2026 | ECU event
Struggling to start assignments or stuck in last-minute study cycles? This interactive workshop explores why procrastination happens and how it affects wellbeing and academic success. You will learn practical strategies to manage time, reduce overwhelm and build motivation with confidence.
Register for the procrastination workshop →
Confidence Between the Sheets (Overcoming Anxiety)
Thursday 16 April 2026 | ECU event
This supportive wellbeing session explores performance anxiety in intimate settings and how it can affect confidence and connection. You will learn strategies to ease pressure, manage nerves and build comfort in intimate moments. The session is a safe, respectful space and will not be recorded.
Find out more and reserve your spot →
Rainbow Social
Thursday 16 April 2026 | ECU event
Relax, chat and connect with others in a welcoming LGBTQIA+ student space. Engage in a few activities, and enjoy low-pressure conversations. Grab a free drink and snack too!
Register for the April session →
International Cafe (City)
Thursday 16 April 2026 | ECU event
Come and grab a free coffee, snacks, and socialise with other international students at Supernatural Cafe on Level 4. Just turn up!
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The Living Room Cafe
Every Wednesday in semester one | ECU event
Connect, create and unwind. A cozy space to meet new people, share stories and take a breather from study life with crafts, tea and scones, chats and good vibes.
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Dircksey’s Masquerade Ball
Thursday 16 April 2026 | ECU event
Step into a night of music, masks, and celebration at the Dircksey Masquerade Ball. Hosted by Dircksey Magazine and supported by the ECU Student Guild, enjoy canapés, a complimentary drink on arrival, and dancing under the city lights at The Aviary Perth.
Find out more and book your ticket spot →
The Living Room Community Garden
Every Thursday in semester one | ECU event
In collaboration with Slice of Italy and Access and Inclusion, the ECU Community Garden is a space to get your hands dirty, meet new people, and grow more than just veggies. Share gardening tips, learn new skills, enjoy a laugh, and be part of a friendly community that grows together.
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Join the ECU Active Strava Club
Ongoing | Online community
Stay active and connect with other ECU students through the ECU Active Strava Club. Open to all fitness levels, the club encourages walking, running and movement at your own pace, with optional challenges to help you stay motivated and build community throughout the semester.
Join the club and start moving →
Equity Sunrise Walk Social
Tuesday 21 April 2026 | ECU event
Start your day with a gentle walk and community connection.
Sign up for the walk →
International Cafe (Joondalup)
Tuesday 21 April 2026 | ECU event
Come and grab a free coffee, snacks, and socialise with other international students at Plantation Café. Just turn up!
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Your ECU Services: Connecting you to support (Online)
Wednesday 22 April 2026 | ECU event
Join this online session to explore the wide range of support services available to ECU students. This is the first time we’re running this session as a trial initiative, designed as a “power-through” experience to give you a quick, accessible overview of +11 ECU teams and there services, in one sitting.
Register your attendance →
City After Dark Safety Tour
Wednesday 22 April | ECU event
A new April date for the safety tour if you missed March. Learn practical tips for navigating the city at night with confidence.
Book in for the April safety tour →
Empathy Without Burnout
Wednesday 22 April 2026 | ECU event
Learn about the science of empathy and develop practical strategies to protect your wellbeing while supporting others. This interactive workshop helps you understand emotional boundaries and sustain empathy without burnout.
Explore the workshop and book a place →
Chill Out Session
Wednesday's in semester one | ECU event
Join the ECU Guild for a calm and friendly space where you can unwind, connect with other students, and enjoy relaxing activities. Whether you want to de-stress, take a study break, or just hang out with friends, this is the perfect spot to reset your mind.
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The Living Room Breakfast
Tuesday 28 April 2026 | ECU event
Start your morning with free breakfast and friendly conversation. Grab fruit, pastries and a hot drink on your way to class or stay and connect with other students. Peer Support Advisors will be available for a chat and wellbeing support.
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International Cafe (Joondalup)
Tuesday 28 April 2026 | ECU event
Come and grab a free coffee, snacks, and socialise with other international students at Plantation Café. Just turn up!
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Parents and Carers Social
Wednesday 29 April 2026 | ECU event
Come along and enjoy a supportive space where parents and carers studying at ECU can connect, share stories, and meet others navigating similar experiences. Grab free drink and snack. Kids welcome too.
Reserve your place →