Events 2026
Cardiovascular CET
May 17th 2026 9am
Room 2007, Translational Research Institute
SWIM is back to help hammer home your Cardiovascular exam! So take some deep breaths, and say it all together now: "Hi, I'm a first year medical student" and join us on the 23rd of May🫀
DETAILS:
🗓️ Saturday May 23rd
📍UQ Health Sciences Building, Herston
⏰9:30am-1pm, followed by light refreshments
Tickets are FREE so get yours now at: https://events.humanitix.com/cardiovascular-cet
❗️You must be a SWIM member to attend, so ensure you sign up here if you haven’t already: https://campus.hellorubric.com/?s=2327 ❗️
This CET will include history, examination and mock mini-CEX stations. So fear not if you’re still feeling lost - this is exactly the place to ask questions and get feedback from tutors ✅
There will also be a guest speaker presentation so don’t miss out on this opportunity ☺️
Wellness Workshop
May 17th 2026 9am
Room 2007, Translational Research Institute
What does it truly take to thrive in medicine? 🩺✨
Come along to The SWIM Exchange — a networking morning tea bringing together a wide range of specialist doctors. Gain insight into different career pathways, build meaningful connections, and ask your questions about the journey from medical student to specialist.
📅 When: Sunday 17th May, 9:00AM–12:30PM
📍 Where: Room 2007, Translational Research Institute
🎟️ Tickets LIMITED: https://events.humanitix.com/swim-networking-morning-tea
Wellness Workshop
April 21st 2026 4 pm
Forgan Smith Building, St Lucia
Feeling like you need a reset? ✨
Join SWIM’s Wellness Workshop for an hour dedicated to you. We’ll explore different areas of wellness, share helpful resources, and create vision boards while connecting with peers. The session will also include a short mindful meditation to help you recharge.
Plus, attendees will receive an eye mask and a stethoscope charm blind box to take home 🎁
An hour invested in your wellbeing is an hour invested in becoming a better doctor. 💙
$3 for members $5.50 non members
Ticket Link: https://events.humanitix.com/wellness-workshop-uqswim
Date: Tuesday April 21st
Time: 4-5pm
Location: 01-W349, Forgan Smith Building, St Lucia, University of Queensland
Paint and sip
April 10th 2026 6:30pm
Upbeat Cafe, St Lucia
Need a break from lectures, labs, and study sessions? We’ve got just the remedy for you 💊🎨✨
Join us for a relaxing Paint & Sip Night where you can unwind, get creative, and connect with fellow med student. Whether you want to paint van Gogh’s starry night sky or Burkitt’s starry sky or something in between, no artistic skills are required!
🖌️ All painting supplies provided
🍷 One free Upbeat Cafe specialty latte & light snacks included
🧠 Zero stress, 100% good vibes
👩⚕️👨⚕️ Great chance to meet your cohort outside the hospital & classroom
📅 Date: April 10th
⏰ Time: 6:30 pm
📍 Location: Upbeat Cafe @ St Lucia campus (near netball courts)
🎟️ Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/paint-and-sip-upbeat-cafe
Limited spots though so get in quick!
Come paint, sip, and de-stress with us 🎉
Spots are limited, so grab your ticket ASAP!
RESPIRATORY CET
April 18th 2026 10am - 1pm
UQ Health Sciences Building, RBWH Campus
If you miss your finger during percussion, or auscultate all the wrong places… fear not, for SWIM is back to kick off the first of our series of CETs (Clinical Examination Tutorials)! Join us for a step-by-step tutorial with direct and immediate feedback from MD2/3/4 tutors who'll know exactly how to take your H&E tutor’s breath away
DATE: Saturday 18 April
TIME: 10am-1pm, followed by a light lunch
LOCATION: UQ Health Sciences Building, Herston
SIGN-UP LINK:
https://events.humanitix.com/swim-respiratory-cet
This CET will include history, examination and mock mini-CEX stations. So fear not if you’re still feeling lost - this is exactly the place to ask questions and get feedback There will also be a presentation from an experienced professional and a light lunch provided This event is FREE for SWIM members and spaces are limited so sign up FAST You must be a SWIM member to attend, so ensure you sign up here if you haven’t already:
QMWS March Mentor Mixer
March 29th 2026 11am - 2pm
Lovewell cafe, Mt Gravatt
Queensland Medical Women’s Society (QMWS) is excited for our March Mentor Mixer!
This is a wonderful opportunity for medical students, junior doctors, and senior doctors to engage with their peers and senior colleagues while supporting a meaningful purpose. Medicine can be a difficult profession to navigate, we hope QMWS provides a safe space for our mentees to build supportive relations with their mentors and share their questions and concerns.
We are delighted to host this mixer at the Lovewell Cafe at Mount Gravatt. This café is a social enterprise that works with women who are rebuilding their lives.
Save the date in your calendars and keep your eyes on this page for more details about our amazing mentors.
Spots are limited so please get your tickets before they run out!
Ticket link: https://events.humanitix.com/march-mentor-mixer
SWIM Yoga
March 9th 2026 5:30pm
Location update: Modwest
We're back with the first yoga class of the year! FREE for SWIM members 🧘♀️
The class will be run by the amazing Zeenat Rupawalla, a trained yoga instructor.
🌟 Only 20 spots available!
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned yogi, this is your chance to:
✨ Recharge your body and mind
✨ Boost strength, flexibility & focus
✨ Experience pure calm in a welcoming space
📅 Date: Monday 9th March
🕠 Time: 5:30pm
💲 Cost: FREE (for SWIM members)
📍 Where: Modwest, UQ, St Lucia
Our fitness initiatives are open only to SWIM members, sign-up here: https://campus.hellorubric.com/?tab=memberships&s=2327
Unfortunately, we will not be able to provide yoga mats at the event. Attendees will need to source their own mat or towel to use for the class. Thank you for your understanding!
Sign up link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSccW3jEb2I1hFq2hikXnx9gDo1LlG7h3E9tJwvuYZ2k3ksrgw/viewform?usp=header
We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌✨💗
2026 OGM
March 2nd 2026 6-8pm
Location 03-262 Steele Building, UQ
Come along to the SWIM OGM and get involved in shaping an amazing year ahead! This is your chance to meet the team, learn more about SWIM, and nominate yourself for an exciting committee role.
✨ Roles Available Include:
• First Year Representative
• Wide Bay RCS Liaison Convenor
• Rockhampton RCS Liaison Convenor
• CET Convenor
• Guest Speaker Convenor
• Fitness Convenor
• Community and Engagement Convenor
*ADDITIONAL ROLE: TOOWOOMBA RCS LIASON CONVENOR
If you’re keen to get involved, build leadership experience, and be part of a fun and supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity 💜💚
✅ Attendance/RSVP Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6paKS2y_RuIswOr0TRIGAhMNB1hZGImmI3EatiBu3yj5VmQ/viewform
🗳️ Self-Nomination Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIxTDcy_GFrE7cuvAUj1qZ8hf-MGrSipYTWPsNF8B7DwOo7Q/viewform
We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌✨💗
Zoom link if you can’t make it in person: https://uqz.zoom.us/j/82965950504
Welcome Sunset Picnic
February 15th 2026
Dr Mary Mahoney AO Amphitheatre
Join SWIM for our Annual Welcome Sunset Picnic—the perfect way to kick off the year ✨
Come unwind as the sun sets, enjoy delicious food and drinks provided, and spend a relaxed evening connecting with fellow students in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
Whether you’re new to SWIM or a familiar face, this is a great chance to meet new people, catch up with friends, and feel part of an empowering community of women in medicine 💗