Sydney University Postgraduate Representative Association - SUPRA

Sydney University Postgraduate Representative Association - SUPRA SUPRA is an independent representative association SUPRA is the only organisation that has ever represented postgraduate students at the University of Sydney.

Formed in 1970 by Science postgrads, SUPRA was formally acknowledged by the University of Sydney Senate in 1974 after years of debate. Because most postgraduate students at the time were research students, the Students' Representative Council (SRC) considered them to be junior academics and had thus declined to admit them as members. In 1979 SUPRA became a founding member of the Council of Australian Postgraduate Associations (CAPA), the peak body representing Australian postgraduate students. Over the years SUPRA has grown from a small volunteer based organisation to a much bigger one. SUPRA now employs a number of staff to assist elected representatives in the work of representing the interests of postgraduate students at all levels within the University and support individual postgraduates through the course of their study.

Sign the Petition: Save Usyd HDR Academic ProfilesHDR students’ University-hosted academic profiles have been removed fr...
29/03/2026

Sign the Petition: Save Usyd HDR Academic Profiles

HDR students’ University-hosted academic profiles have been removed from public access. This decision undermines our professional presence and reflects a narrow understanding of HDR students’ value.

No external platform can replace the authority and credibility of an official University webpage. Public academic profiles are essential for:

Showcase research achievements and build academic visibility.

Support career development, collaboration, and public engagement.

Confirm University affiliation for jobs and fieldwork.

We call on the University to reverse the decision and engage in genuine and transparent consultation.

Sign and support the statement. Link in bio.

📣 The SUPRA Fitness Program is off to a great start this semester! 💪🎉After two exciting weeks, we’re thrilled to welcome...
27/03/2026

📣 The SUPRA Fitness Program is off to a great start this semester! 💪🎉
After two exciting weeks, we’re thrilled to welcome so many participants alongside our returning members. Join us every weekend at the gym for our free fitness sessions and keep the momentum going!

🧗‍♀️ Indoor Rock Climbing – Saturdays from 14 March
🧘 Reformer Pilates – Saturdays from 2 May
🥏 Squash – Saturdays from 14 March
🥊 Body Combat – Sundays from 15 March

✨ Free & exclusive for SUPRA members only!
🔗 Head to the link in our bio (SUPRA Website ➡ Events) for details.
🎟️ Tickets are free, but spots are limited – registration opens at 9AM every Wednesday, one week before each class.

Congratulations, graduates of Usyd! 🎓✨Join us for the Class of 2026 Graduation Party — a special night of elegant décor,...
25/03/2026

Congratulations, graduates of Usyd! 🎓✨

Join us for the Class of 2026 Graduation Party — a special night of elegant décor, live music, delicious food, unlimited drinks, and unforgettable memories with fellow postgraduates. The deadlines are over, the hard work is done — now it’s time to celebrate. 🥂

✨ Elegant décor and celebration vibes
🎶 DJ and live music all evening
🍹 Delicious food and unlimited drinks
📸 Exclusive photobooth memories
🎁 Exciting graduation raffle prizes

📅 Friday, 8 May 2026
🕔 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
📍 The Refectory, Holme Building (A09)

🎟 Early Bird tickets: $20 — first 200 tickets or until 12 April, whichever comes first
👔 Dress code: Cocktail

Exclusive to USYD postgraduate students.
Scan the QR code or use link in bio to secure your ticket.

Please note: This event is non-refundable. All attendees must meet the legal drinking age and are expected to drink responsibly.

The SUPRA Postgraduate Student Social Impact Grant Scheme for Semester 1, 2026, is now open for applications🔥!📅Applicati...
23/03/2026

The SUPRA Postgraduate Student Social Impact Grant Scheme for Semester 1, 2026, is now open for applications🔥!

📅Application DDL: 4pm, Thursday 2 April, 2026.

Are you passionate about making a difference on campus? Do you have a brilliant idea for a project that can foster community, inclusivity, and sustainability? This is your chance to bring it to life with funding up to $1000 and developmental support!💡✨

Categories:

- 🍜Food Security: Enhance food availability and affordability on campus.
- 🌍Cultural Diversity: Celebrate and encourage inclusivity.
- 👨‍🎓Student Wellbeing: Promote mental and physical health.
- 🍃Sustainability: Advance environmental awareness and sustainable practices.

Check out past events held under the social impact grant scheme for inspiration!
Go to our link in bio to apply for the social impact grant! Let‘s make a positive impact together!

Wellbeing Sustainability ApplyNow

🍰☕ Take a break, HDRs—you’ve earned it!Join SUPRA for a relaxing HDR Afternoon Tea 🌿✨Unwind, connect with fellow researc...
22/03/2026

🍰☕ Take a break, HDRs—you’ve earned it!

Join SUPRA for a relaxing HDR Afternoon Tea 🌿✨
Unwind, connect with fellow research students, and enjoy a cozy afternoon filled with good vibes, great conversations, and delicious treats.

📅 30 March 2026
⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Gardener’s Lodge Cafe, Camperdown

🎓 Open only to HDR students

Spots are limited—scan the QR code or use link in bio to register now! 💚

AfternoonTea PhDLife

🍕🎬 GRILL & CHILL is HERE! 🎬🍕Come and have fun with us at SUPRA’s ultimate chill night – good food, great vibes, and a mo...
21/03/2026

🍕🎬 GRILL & CHILL is HERE! 🎬🍕

Come and have fun with us at SUPRA’s ultimate chill night – good food, great vibes, and a movie to top it off 😌✨

🔥 What’s on:
🍕 Delicious grilled food & pizza
🎥 Movie screening
💬 Hang out with friends & meet new people

📅 Date: 28 March 2026
⏰ Time: 5 PM – 8 PM
📍 Location: Old Geology Lecture Theatre

Bring your friends, your appetite, and your chill vibes 🧡 Don’t miss out!

🎟️ Scan the QR code or use link in bio to sign up!

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12/03/2026
🍷🧀 Wine & Cheese Night Recap! ✨What a fantastic evening! Thank you to everyone who joined us for tonight’s Wine & Cheese...
12/03/2026

🍷🧀 Wine & Cheese Night Recap! ✨

What a fantastic evening! Thank you to everyone who joined us for tonight’s Wine & Cheese event. It was great to see postgraduate students come together to relax, connect, and enjoy delicious wine, cheese, and great conversations. 🥂🧀

Events like this are all about building community, making new friends, and taking a well-deserved break from busy study schedules. We loved seeing so many new and familiar faces sharing laughs and good vibes throughout the night. 😊🎉

A big thank you to everyone who came along and made the event so special. We can’t wait to see you at our upcoming events! 🍇✨

💐✨ SUPRA Celebrates International Women’s Day ✨💐SUPRA had a wonderful time celebrating International Women’s Day with ou...
08/03/2026

💐✨ SUPRA Celebrates International Women’s Day ✨💐

SUPRA had a wonderful time celebrating International Women’s Day with our amazing community! This day is all about recognising the strength, achievements, and contributions of women everywhere, and we were so happy to mark the occasion together. 💜

We also hosted a special giveaway to spread a little extra joy, and it was such a pleasure seeing so many of your lovely faces come by to celebrate with us. Your smiles, conversations, and support for one another truly made the event feel warm and special. 🌷

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped create such a positive and welcoming atmosphere. Events like this remind us how strong and supportive our student community is.

Happy International Women’s Day to all the incredible women in our community — today and every day we celebrate you! 💕

Our hiking event was so much fun! 🌿⛰️ From scenic views to great conversations, it was an amazing day spent outdoors wit...
05/03/2026

Our hiking event was so much fun! 🌿⛰️ From scenic views to great conversations, it was an amazing day spent outdoors with wonderful people. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

Stay tuned — SUPRA has many more exciting events coming up soon! 🎉

🚨 1 DAY TO GO 🚨Tomorrow we’re taking over the iconic Great Hall — and you’re invited.🎮 Retro arcade GAME ZONE📸 Historic ...
02/03/2026

🚨 1 DAY TO GO 🚨

Tomorrow we’re taking over the iconic Great Hall — and you’re invited.

🎮 Retro arcade GAME ZONE
📸 Historic Great Hall photo ops
🎁 $2,000+ worth of prizes
🏆 Nintendo Switch 2, Kobo eReader, Fujifilm disposable camera & more

All you need to do?
✔️ Show up
✔️ Collect passport stamps
✔️ Enter the lucky draw

Open to ALL UG / PG / HDR students — bring your friends and make it a day to remember.

Tag who you’re pulling up with 👇
Make sure you are all registered via link in our bio 🔗

3 March | 10:00AM–4:30PM
Let’s start the semester strong 💙

Address

Level 2, Holme Building
Sydney, NSW
2006

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(02) 9351 3715

Website

https://linktr.ee/USYDSUPRA?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=d273cd18-b0c4-48b1-ba2d-9c

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