UniLife - Southern Cross University

UniLife - Southern Cross University
UniLife
Your gateway to a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive community at uni.
UniLife enriches your university experience by offering a broad array of programs, services, and events that make it easy for students to connect, grow, and enjoy their time on campus and beyond. Whether you're interested in staying active, exploring new interests, embracing cultural diversity, or simply finding friends, UniLife has something for everyone.
Your university experience is more than just academics—it’s an opportunity to explore, connect, and make lasting memories.
Get involved, discover new interests, and become part of a community that supports you every step of the way!
Ways to get involved
Sports
Discover our vibrant sports and recreation scene, which offers a wide range of activities that promote health and well-being for all skills and abilities.
Esports
Our esports community provides a competitive, inclusive space for students to hone skills, compete, and connect with a passionate gaming community online and on campus.
Recreational tours
Channel your inner adventurer with Team SCU's program of recreational tours and camps at some pretty cool destinations.
Elite athletes and performers
We support elite athletes and performers through the Elite Athlete and Performer Program, offering academic and financial assistance for achieving their goals.
Equity & Diversity
Providing support for students of diverse identities and cultures through a wide range of events, programs, and training opportunities.
Fitness and sports facilities
Our facilities offer a welcoming space to stay active, improve well-being, and connect with others.
UniLife Annual Events Calendar
Check out the SCU UniLife Annual Events Calendar!
Don't see something you're interested in? Get in touch with us and let us know what activities you would like to get involved in at Southern Cross University.
Event
Date
O-Week
2-6 March
Lismore Samson Fitness Challenge
6-7 March
Learn to Swim - Gold Coast & Coffs Harbour
18 March
Learn to Surf - Gold Coast
18 March
Battle of the Border [SCU vs. GU]
18 April
UniSport Nationals Triathlon Championships
19 April
UniSport Nationals Athletics Championships
22-24 April
Event
Date
UniSport Nationals 3x3 Basketball Championships
6-8 May
Griffith University Sports Bowl
9 May
Learn to Swim - Gold Coast & Coffs Harbour
13 May
Learn to Surf - Gold Coast
13 May
UniSport Nationals Swimming Championships
15-17 May
National Pride Month
1-30 June
Refugee Week
14-22 June
Event
Date
Term 3 Orientation Week
29 Jun - 1 Jul
Indigenous Nationals
29 Jun - 3 Jul
Gold Coast Marathon
4-5 July
Learn to Swim - Gold Coast & Coffs Harbour
15 July
Learn to Surf - Gold Coast
15 July
UniSport Nationals T20 Cricket Championships
27-31 July
Event
Date
Wear It Purple Day
28 August
Darrel Chapman Fun Run
30 August
Coffs Harbour Running Festival
30 August
Learn to Swim - Gold Coast & Coffs Harbour
9 September
Learn to Surf - Gold Coast
9 September
UniSport Nationals Perth
26 Sep - 2 Oct
Upcoming UniLife events
More events
UniSport Nationals Athletics
22 April 2026 - 24 April 2026
Learn to Surf - Gold Coast
18 March 2026 - 24 April 2026
UniSport Nationals 3x3 Basketball
6 May 2026 - 8 May 2026
Griffith University Sport Bowl
9 May 2026 - 9 May 2026
UniSport Nationals - Swimming
15 May 2026 - 17 May 2026
Indigenous Nationals
29 June 2026 - 3 July 2026
Gold Coast Marathon
4 July 2026 - 5 July 2026
UniSport Nationals - T20 Cricket
27 July 2026 - 31 July 2026
Get in touch with UniLife
unilife@scu.edu.au
(02) 6620 3220
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