Arabic Culture Club
Australasian Association
Chinese Culture Society
Filipino Students Association
French Club
Hong Kong Students Association
Indian Club
Indonesian Students Association
Italian Social Club
Korean Students Society
Latin American Students Association
Malaysians of Melbourne University
Scandinavian Club
Singapore Students Society
Sri Lankan Students Association
Taiwanese Students Association
Thai Student Association
Turkish Students on Campus
Melbourne University Arabic Culture Club
Arabic culture is one of the most colourful in the world. The African, European and Asian continents intersect at what is known as the Arabic world, where you can find some of the most exotic cuisines, music, movies and history and spirituality.
Imagine yourself surrounded by people who come from this corner of the world, namely the Middle East. Established in 1999, the Melbourne University Arabic Culture Club (MUACC) has rapidly developed into a tremendous insight into the various aspects of Arabic heritage. With over 200 members, MUACC offers a journey of experience into all dimensions of Arabic culture to fellow students of various backgrounds. Some of our members were born overseas, while others are first or second generation Australians, Arabic and non-Arabic, all coming together to celebrate, share and communicate features of this mesmerising culture.
MUACC aims to promote Arabic culture. MUACC members are all about having a great time, enjoying and exploring both of our worlds and most importantly, sharing it with others. Social events such as dinners, monthly on-campus barbeques and day trips and balls are essential in maintaining a friendly, non-politically based club, where a smorgasbord of races and personalities can meet and party.
Another of our important objectives is education. Through lectures and seminars, MUACC intends on sharing our wealth of knowledge about the Arab world with those who are interested.
Everybody, Arabic and non-Arabic, is welcome to join the club and enjoy the experience.
Arabic Culture Club
Mailbox 6
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
muaccmail@gmail.com
Australasian Assocaition
Some years ago now, the Australasian Association was set up with the intention of catering for the Australian-Asian community of Melbourne University.
Since then our name has spread far and wide, being renowned for our Annual Ball as well as our free BBQs and other great events throughout the year. The committee, being students ourselves, understand all the stresses of every day University life, and have been chosen to represent the majority, bringing to you events that YOU want.
Purely a social club, we aim to stimulate our members’ non-academic talents, helping students, relax, and enjoy their University lives.
Events planned for 2007 include:
- Annual Ball
- Free BBQs
- Cocktail Night
- Fashion Show (a first in 2007!)
- Annual Wok Competition (Melbourne vs Monash)
- 3 on 3 Basketball Competition
- Post-Exams Parties
Other benefits include:
- Discounts with our wide range of sponsors
- Free/discounted clubbing
Sound like your cup of tea? Make your time at University worthwhile, and join in on the fun, take part in as many of our activities as possible. Join the Australasian Association! we can’t wait to meet you.
Australasian Association
Mailbox 37 First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
aa.applications08@gmail.com
www.mu-aa.com
Chinese Culture Society
The Chinese Culture Society (CCS) aims to promote and hence consolidate traditional Chinese Culture within the university. A secondary goal of CCS is to act as a focal point, both social and cultural for students.
In addition, CCS provides opportunities for debate on issues that will shape Chinese Culture in the future. CCS has been the heart of the Chinese Groups (C-Groups), which is an alliance of organizations. To extend this aim further, CCS therefore should also act as the representative body for Chinese students (both international and local) both within and outside the university. This means specifically to promote an ethos of forging links with organizations with similar ends.
To achieve these ends, the club aims to:
- Organise events that can both incite interest in the student body and promote and expose participants to Chinese Culture.
- Encourage participation in these events.
- Make university life more colourful for all through our presence and participation in university life.
- Present a welcoming front to students, and to cater for their needs in a social and cultural sense by organising events or running programs of interest to them.
- Establish cordial relations with other international and cultural groups within university, and in other universities.
- Establish good relations with synergetic organisations outside of uni, with the aim of allowing members access to benefits provided by these organizations.
The Chinese Culture Society (CCS)
Mailbox 85
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
chineseculturesociety@gmail.com
Filipino Students Association
Regardless of its name, The Filipino Students Association is open to students of ALL nationalities. Filipinos from Australia, Filipinos from the Philippines and abroad, local and international non- Filipino students with an interest in Filipino culture. Our aim as an organization is to promote the enjoyment and appreciation of Filipino culture, and to promote camaraderie and understanding between ethnic Filipinos and the larger international student body here in Melbourne. Our activities include informal get-togethers for members, participation in MUOSS activities such as the Festival of Nations through performances and the preparation and selling of Filipino food. We hope to promote an expanded membership for the future, and offering lessons in native dance as a forum for encouraging participation in the club.
Filipino Students Association
Mailbox 10
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
mufsa.unimelb@yahoo.com.au
French Club
French Club
Mailbox 27
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
info@mufrenchclub.org
Hong Kong Students Association
Established in 1992, the Melbourne University Hong Kong Students Association aims to bring together members of the Hong Kong community, as well as all those interested in Hong Kong, in the promotion and celebration of Hong Kong’s unique and vibrant culture. The association provides a social network for Hong Kong students and seeks, firstly and foremost, to further the welfare of its members in the organisation of numerous activities ranging from the social, the educational, and to the cultural.
On a different level, these functions endeavour to offer insight into, and be intriguing introductions to Hong Kong culture for the wider community at-large. With a growing membership of over 400 students – both from Hong Kong and beyond – and from universities not limited to Melbourne University, all are welcome at HKSA events and activities. Since its inception these have grown to include major events such as ski trips, go-kart racing competitions and the annual dinner.
Melbourne University Hong Kong Student Association
Mailbox 46
First Floor Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
info@hksamelb.com
www.hksamelb.com
Indian Club
Since the inception of the Melbourne University Indian Club (MUIC) in 1997, MUIC has served to provide fun and frivolity for students of sub-continental origin. Through myriad events held throughout the year, MUIC is indeed on of the premier youth organisations in Victoria.
MUIC holds three major events throughout the year – DMD our annual dance party that attracts over 2000 people, Manoranjan our culture show that showcases over 100 performers and Brindavan Ball, our marquee event for which many camp out over night to acquire tickets to!
For more information on the Melbourne University Indian Club, please email the club.
Indian Club
Mailbox 20
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
sharangan@muic.com.au
Indonesian Students’ Association
The Melbourne University Indonesian Students’ Association or otherwise known as Perhimpunan Pelajar Indonesia Australia (PPIA) was started in 1989. Throughout the years it has grown to be one of the most popular Asian students’ organizations in Victoria.
We believe in ‘Unity in Diversity’; welcoming not only Indonesian students in Melbourne University to be a part of us. If you are interested in Indonesian culture, Bahasa Indonesia, Indonesia in general, or just in making friends, you are most welcome to join us. We offer support, whether it is with your studies or your social life. We are interested in your interests and sharing ours. Our activities vary from barbeques, movie nights, discussions, cultural events, sports, to our annual charity Jazz night.
We are all about learning, having fun, being involved, and most importantly making the most out of our time here.
Indonesian Students’ Association
Mailbox 79
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
dacius85@hotmail.com
Melbourne University Italian Club
The Melbourne University Italian Club is the most social club around campus. Through a variety of social activities it promotes Italian culture at the University. The many pizza lunches, film screenings and coffee rendezvous offer valuable opportunities to practice and acquire a better understanding of the language. There is always the likelihood to become acquainted with native speakers. The club is dedicated to nurturing of the passion of Italy and all things Italian, the principal reason for our partnerships with the many businesses located on Lygon Street (Otherwise know as little Italy). Let us not forget the fun to be had whilst attending the social activities. Taking the ball as an example, the events organized are a great way to meet new people or to have an enjoyable time with your friends. Therefore if there is one club to join this year it most certainly is the Melbourne University Italian Club.
Melbourne University Italian Club
Mailbox 28
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
secretary@muitalianclub.org
umisc.blogspot.com
Korean Students Society
Mailbox 97
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
mukss08@hotmail.com
club.cyworld.com/mukss
Latin American Students Association
Our aim is to provide support networks for Latin American students and promote Latin American culture on campus.
Mailbox 29
First Floor, Union House
University of Melbourne
VIC 3010
http://lasaunimelb.spaces.live.com/
lasa_unimelb@hotmail.com
Malaysians of Melbourne University
Malaysians of Melbourne University
We aim to provide social and welfare benefits to Malaysians studying at the University, promote Malaysian culture and provide a place for Malaysians to gather across faculties and year levels.
Malaysians of Melbourne University
Mailbox 36
First floor Union House
momumomu@gmail.com
momumomu.blogspot.com
Scandinavian Club
Our aims are to promote and celebrate Scandinavian culture to both Scandinavian and local students, to offer opportunity for Swedish language practice and to promote Scandinavia as an exchange destination.
Scandinavian Club
Mailbox 33
First Floor
Union House
scandinavianclub@hotmail.com
Singapore Students’ Society
Singapore Students’ Society (SSS) welcomes all international and local students to join the club. It is the place to learn more about the culture and history of Singapore. And at the same time, enjoy the plentiful opportunities to meet new friends from all over the world. We provide excellent services for the members and are highly active in organising activities for them.
The common activities that we usually organise include bubble tea sessions, barbeques, go-karting, ski-trip, ball and there are many others. On top of that, we also organise a few conferences for the students to let them know about their future prospects in Singapore and other countries as well.
Once again, SSS is open for all students, regardless of their nationalities, and is a non-profit club that serves the student population to meet their needs.
Singapore Students’ Society (SSS)
Mailbox 14
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
sss.unimelb@gmail.com
sss.studentonline.com.au
Sri Lankan Students’ Association
The Melbourne University Sri Lankan Students’ Association (MUSLSA) is one of the university’s most popular and active social clubs. We have a broad membership base focussed around students of a Sri Lankan or sub-continental background. MUSLSA prides itself on the quality of the events it organises for its members.
The premiere event on the MUSLSA calendar is our annual Serendib Ball. Past years have seen it held in such opulent surrounds as the Plaza Ballroom and the Grand Hyatt Ballroom. Perhaps the most spectacular of all university balls, Serendib is a must attend.
A relatively recent addition to our list of events—and one that is rapidly growing in popularity—is our annual charity fundraiser theatrical production. Each year, the play brings together students from universities around Melbourne.
Other favourites include our Sports Day and our Trivia Night, both regularly attracting crowds from all year levels. On top of our major events, we also organise several free lunches throughout the year, providing yet more opportunities for our members to socialise.
MUSLSA provides a fantastic opportunity for students to meet and mingle with their fellow students. If you’re interested in finding out more about the club, our events or would like to become a member, please contact us.
Sri Lankan Students’ Association
Mailbox 96
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
muslsa@gmail.com
Taiwanese Students Association
The Melbourne University Taiwanese Student Association (MUTSA) was founded in 1998 to celebrate the culture of Taiwan, and to support the Taiwanese population at the university and in Melbourne. Every year we organize a vast variety of fun and exciting activities and events. We have had a history of bringing together many friendships and holding great events for Taiwanese and numerous other student populations in the University of Melbourne. Over the years, MUTSA has created a “central hub” for Taiwanese and students of every ethnicity to meet and socialise. Just to name a few of the activities we have throughout the year include a Ski Trip, Pizza/Movie nights, Karaoke Competition, Cocktail night, BBQs and the forever highly-anticipated annual ball. MUTSA welcomes absolutely anyone to join, our members are not just Taiwanese students, but also students from all different ethnicities and cultures!
The Taiwanese Students Association
Mailbox 3 First Floor Union House
University of Melbourne
Vic 3010
www.mutsa.org
info@mutsa.org
Thai Students Association
The Melbourne University Thai Student Association (MUTSA) is a student organisation, founded in 1992, which strives to be the center of Thai students in The University of Melbourne and establish a network with other universities in Melbourne.
There are various activities organised throughout the year such as O Camp, Badminton sessions, BBQs, Bowling night and a ski trip to encourage interaction between fellow club members while at the same time, promote student life and Thai culture.
Our club is open for students of all backgrounds.
We can be contacted by the address below
Melbourne University Thai Student Association
Mailbox 5 First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
http://www.tsa-unimelb.blogspot.com
tsa.unimelb@gmail.com
Turkish Students on Campus
The Turkish Students on Campus Society was established in order to create an atmosphere where students of various backgrounds could interact and experience the diverse Turkish culture. With a rich and extensive history, imperial cuisine and beautiful landmarks, we believe that we should do all we can to share the true splendor of the Turkish nation and culture.
Another objective in forming the society was to unite students from Turkish speaking backgrounds and enable them to create a network that facilitates social interaction. The Turkish Students on Campus Society plans to conduct many events including guest speakers from Turkey, barbecues, formal balls, dinner dances, trivia nights and many more activities. We’re open and willing to consider any suggestions, so please do not hesitate to contact us at any time.
The Turkish Students on Campus Society
Mailbox 12
First Floor
Union House
University of Melbourne Vic 3010
mutsoc@yahoo.com.au
