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Welcome to YOUR Student Union

The University of Melbourne Student Union is here to help you make the most out of your time at university, as we’ve done for more than 140 years.

UMSU is a student powered organisation — we’re run by students, for students.

We have a huge range of events and services for you to enjoy, and almost everything is FREE (or super cheap)!

Building 168 at the Parkville campus is UMSU HQ. You can find us on Levels 1-4. Our doors are always open to you, all throughout the year.

Things I wish I knew before starting uni

Lushy Chinganya

Before I started uni I wish I knew of the support systems in place stop me from feeling left behind!

Safe Student Activism

We never want to dissuade students from activism – we love a good demo and protest! Please use this

Guide to study spots on campus

Baillieu Library: With five floors to choose from, there's heaps of different study areas in the Bai

President's Welcome

Lushy Chinganya

Hi everyone! My name is Lushy Chinganya, your UMSU President for 2026!

Campus cafe guide

BEST COFFEE: Melbourne is one of the best cities in the world for coffee, so most cafés do a pretty

Places to chill on campus

South Lawn: Generations of students have spent many sunny afternoons on the iconic South Lawn. It's

Making friends at uni

Lushy Chinganya

Making friends at uni can be so daunting! You can’t just start playing on the playground together or

SSAF Explained

How does UMSU provide so many free services and events for students all year long? We use funds allo

Where do I go if I need help?

UMSU is here to help you navigate your way through University life. We have a number of support serv

Clubs and Societies

Clubs and societies are one of the easiest ways to get involved, meet new people, and enrich your un

Who keeps it all running smoothly? Meet Daniel!

Daniel Motika

My name is Daniel Motika and I’m your 2026 UMSU General Secretary! I am an Arts Student and this is

Students' Council

Students’ Council is where decisions are made about UMSU’s departments and governance. All students

What is a student union and what does it do?

The University of Melbourne is a big place — with countless buildings, faculties, schools and depart

Come to a collective or event

UMSU Collectives are student groups that meet throughout the year to socialise, run events and provi

Arts Lab

The Arts Lab is an open-access art studio for creative activity. It’s an ideal space for individuals

AV Melbourne

AVM are your in-house specialists for live production within events. AVM staff have extensive ex

George Paton Gallery

UMSU has plenty of opportunities for you to get creative, whatever you study. Running since 19

Rowden White Library

Don’t let the name fool you – the Rowden White Library (aka ‘the Rowdy’) is NOT for studying. It’s t

Union House Theatre

Union House Theatre is the hub of extracurricular student theatre at the Parkville campus. We progra

Southbank Department

UMSU Southbank represents all students studying at UniMelb’s Southbank campus. Our mission is t

Welfare Department

The Welfare Department provides a broad variety of initiatives, some that are seen on and around cam

Media Department

Welcome to the home of student media on campus. We publish six annual editions of Farrago, Australia

Women's Department

The Women’s Department is your space to feel empowered, informed, and supported throughout your univ

Activities Department

The Activities Department is your go-to source for transforming your university journey from lecture

Creative Arts Department

The Creative Arts Department opens the door to a lively, inspiring world where expression knows no b

International Department

We are the official representative body for all international students at UniMelb. We aim to enhance

Queer Department

Whether you're gay, bisexual, trans, non-binary, asexual, or aromantic, or even if you're questionin

Clubs and Societies Department

The C&S department helps support and manage the 230+ clubs and societies affiliated with the UMSU st

Environment Department

Come join us at UMSU Enviro, where we unite over our shared passion for the environment and sustaina

Disabilities Department

We’re here as a safe, inclusive and active space on campus for ALL disabled students, whether those

Burnley Department

With 160 years of gardening history, Burnley is the beating heart of all things plants in Victoria.

People of Colour Department

Welcome to the People of Colour Department! We advocate for and support students of African, As

Education Department

The Education department here at UMSU consists of two distinct branches of representation, covering