Student events

From live music and free food, to day trips and social sport – this semester is going to be jam-packed with events. Keep an eye on this page to stay up-to-date with all that's coming up.

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Mindful May at Monash

1–31 May, times of individual events/sessions vary

This May, take a moment for yourself with Mindful May at Monash – a month-long celebration of mindfulness. In collaboration between the HSW Team, Monash Sport, Monash Library and M3Cs, we’ve designed a series of free initiatives to help you bring more mindfulness into your daily routine, whether you’re on campus or online.

Monash Recharge

5–8 May

Your ultimate pit stop for rejuvenation!

Get ready for a refreshing end to the semester with Monash Recharge – your campus retreat at Clayton, Caulfield and Peninsula! Enjoy mindfulness activities, gaming, creative workshops, and time to unwind with friends.

Fuel up with free snacks and drinks, and get expert study tips from your Student Academic Success advisors. Power through the final stretch!

Monash at the Footy

Every week until late September

Australian Rules Football is one of the biggest sports in Australia. Monash has teamed up with the St Kilda Football Club ("the Saints") to bring you some incredible AFL opportunities in 2025, including general admission ticket access as a Monash student to all Saints home games via the official Saints app.

Register now for free to be notified of the latest offers.

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Morning Tea in the Religious Centre @ Clayton

Tue 29 Apr, 10.30 – 11.30am

Join us for a free morning tea every Tuesday during semester. No registration required, just drop in at the Religious Centre.

At Monash, we're proud to offer a space for all students to simply withdraw, reflect, pray or join in a religious expression. Check out the Religious centre, take a tour, meet a chaplain and enjoy morning tea with other students.

We have a range of faith-based chaplains: Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Christian (Protestant), Seventh Day Adventists and Orthodox.

Food Co-op Cafe @ Peninsula

Tue 29 Apr, 12pm

MONSU Peninsula are proud to support this special, student-led food initiative. Over the month of April, our council representatives and volunteers will work together to design and prepare a delicious free lunch for their fellow students. Their mission? To combat food insecurity on campus, and mitigate food waste by utilising food that is leftover from Fresh Food Market and our events.

Join us at the Seahorse every Tuesday during April (weeks 5, 6, 7, & 8) and enjoy a free lunch that will not only fill your belly, but nourish your soul.

Herbie’s World: International Jazz Day

Wed 30 Apr, 7.30pm

Live on Clayton campus: A musical celebration of UNESCO goodwill ambassador and jazz legend Herbie Hancock by Melbourne pianist and broadcaster Adam Rudegeair.

Part of the every-Wednesday-night live music series at The Count’s, students can attend for just $15.

Mindful May at Monash

1–31 May, times of individual events/sessions vary

This May, take a moment for yourself with Mindful May at Monash – a month-long celebration of mindfulness. In collaboration between the HSW Team, Monash Sport, Monash Library and M3Cs, we’ve designed a series of free initiatives to help you bring more mindfulness into your daily routine, whether you’re on campus or online.

MSA's Student Budget Service Seminars @ Clayton

Thu 1 May, 12–1pm

MSA Student Budget Service hopes to support students by providing advice, tools and resources that will help them make better daily and weekly financial decisions.

Attend a one-hour information session which will walk through:

• creating a zero-based budget
• assessing and sticking to a budget
• all the free MSA and community services that would help you keep to your budget
• how the MSA Student Budget Service can offer free one-on-one check-in appointments to help students be held accountable for their budget.

Big Jazz Day Out @ Clayton

Sat 3 May, 12pm onwards

Live on Clayton campus: An epic jazz party featuring more than 150 incredible musicians across five unique spaces, including award-winning artists Paul Grabowsky, Ngaiire, Emma Donovan, and the Monash Art Ensemble!

Explore state-of-the-art venues, enjoy delicious food and drinks, relax with friends, and revel in incredible live music for a full day of entertainment at The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts. Student tickets are just $55.

Monash Recharge

5–8 May

Your ultimate pit stop for rejuvenation!

Get ready for a refreshing end to the semester with Monash Recharge – your campus retreat at Clayton, Caulfield and Peninsula! Enjoy mindfulness activities, gaming, creative workshops, and time to unwind with friends.

Fuel up with free snacks and drinks, and get expert study tips from your Student Academic Success advisors. Power through the final stretch!

Morning Tea in the Religious Centre @ Clayton

Tue 6 May, 10.30 – 11.30am

Join us for a free morning tea every Tuesday during semester. No registration required, just drop in at the Religious Centre.

At Monash, we're proud to offer a space for all students to simply withdraw, reflect, pray or join in a religious expression. Check out the Religious centre, take a tour, meet a chaplain and enjoy morning tea with other students.

We have a range of faith-based chaplains: Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Christian (Protestant), Seventh Day Adventists and Orthodox.

Brasilidade: A Musical Journey with Dany Maia

Wed 7 May, 7.30pm

Live on Clayton campus: Let yourself be swept away by the vibrant pulse and captivating melodies of Brazil with Dany Maia.

Part of the every-Wednesday-night live music series at The Count’s, students can attend for just $15.

Morning Tea in the Religious Centre @ Clayton

Tue 13 May, 10.30 – 11.30am

Join us for a free morning tea every Tuesday during semester. No registration required, just drop in at the Religious Centre.

At Monash, we're proud to offer a space for all students to simply withdraw, reflect, pray or join in a religious expression. Check out the Religious centre, take a tour, meet a chaplain and enjoy morning tea with other students.

We have a range of faith-based chaplains: Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Christian (Protestant), Seventh Day Adventists and Orthodox.

Mat Jodrell

Wed 14 May, 7.30pm

Live on Clayton campus: Trumpeter Mat Jodrell is one of the most exciting voices in Jazz today. Internationally recognised, he has collaborated with artists such as Benny Golson, Ron Carter and Herbie Hancock.

Part of the every-Wednesday-night live music series at The Count’s, students can attend for just $15.

Design Your Career @ Clayton

Thu 15 May, 1.30 – 2.30pm

Explore activities, tools, and strategies inspired by the Stanford Life Design Lab to help you gain clarity and direction as you enter the world of work. Through self-reflection and discussion, you will be able to creatively apply fundamental design thinking principles to your career planning and management processes, and develop skills for navigating work and life.

Volunteer Your Way to Career Success

Mon 19 May, 12–1pm

Did you know volunteering can give you a competitive edge in the job market? To celebrate National Volunteer Week, we're hosting a diverse online panel where you'll gain valuable insights on how to make the most of your volunteering experience.

Morning Tea in the Religious Centre @ Clayton

Tue 20 May, 10.30 – 11.30am

Join us for a free morning tea every Tuesday during semester. No registration required, just drop in at the Religious Centre.

At Monash, we're proud to offer a space for all students to simply withdraw, reflect, pray or join in a religious expression. Check out the Religious centre, take a tour, meet a chaplain and enjoy morning tea with other students.

We have a range of faith-based chaplains: Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Christian (Protestant), Seventh Day Adventists and Orthodox.

Tamara Kuldin

Wed 21 May, 7.30pm

Live on Clayton campus: Treat yourselves to a beautiful night of swingin' tunes and beautiful ballads with Tamara Kuldin. Featuring songs from all the jazz greats, including Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Cole Porter, and Blossom Dearie.

Part of the every-Wednesday-night live music series at The Count’s, students can attend for just $15.

Morning Tea in the Religious Centre @ Clayton

Tue 27 May, 10.30 – 11.30am

Join us for a free morning tea every Tuesday during semester. No registration required, just drop in at the Religious Centre.

At Monash, we're proud to offer a space for all students to simply withdraw, reflect, pray or join in a religious expression. Check out the Religious centre, take a tour, meet a chaplain and enjoy morning tea with other students.

We have a range of faith-based chaplains: Catholic, Muslim, Jewish, Christian (Protestant), Seventh Day Adventists and Orthodox.

Enter MSA's Student Art Competition

Sun 30 Mar – Fri 1 Aug

MSA's Student Art Competition highlights the incredible talent of student artists at Monash. Entries will be showcased in an exhibition where visitors will vote for their favourite piece. Prizes range from $50 to $200 Mastercard pre-paid gift cards.

Monash at the Footy

Every week until late September

Australian Rules Football is one of the biggest sports in Australia. Monash has teamed up with the St Kilda Football Club ("the Saints") to bring you some incredible AFL opportunities in 2025, including general admission ticket access as a Monash student to all Saints home games via the official Saints app.

Register now for free to be notified of the latest offers.

MSA's Instacook

Student-run Instagram account

We help students to try to cook from scratch, to eat fresh fruit and veggies, while occasionally spoiling themselves with treats with guided recipes and how-tos on instagram. Follow us at @MSA.Instacook

MSA's Free Language Classes @ Clayton

Weeks 2–10, times vary

MSA offers free language classes for over 10 languages. Perfect for students who wish to travel, go on exchange or just have an interest in learning a different language.

MSA's Permaculture Garden @ Clayton

Weekly (choose your own times)

Grow your own veggies! Join our permaculture garden team and learn how to grow maintain a garden on campus! Register to volunteer today.

MSA's Free Food Mondays @ Clayton

Weekly on Mondays during semester,
5–7pm

Hungry? Craving some company? Low on cash? Come enjoy a free dinner.

Location alternates between the lawn outside the Sir Louis Matheson Library and Wholefoods (check @msa.clayton on Insta to confirm).

Breakfast Club with MONSU Caulfield

Weekly on Tuesdays during semester, 9.30 – 11am

Grab your free feed before class at the Breakfast Club, served by MONSU Caulfield. Every Tuesday during semester, swing by The Deck for a grab-and-go breakfast. Vegetarian options are available, or ask our crew members for other dietary needs.

Got questions or want to get involved? Slide into our DM’s on Instagram @monsu.caulfield or email hello@monsu.org.

MONSU.PANTRY @ Caulfield

Weekly on Tuesdays during semester, 9.30am

Swing by MONSU.PANTRY for your weekly essentials.

Stock up on fresh produce, pantry staples and household items at our weekly market stall, all provided to assist you during these tough times.

Bring your reusable bag, and get in quick – goodies are guaranteed to run out. Our stall is run in partnership with Foodbank Victoria, and stock rotates weekly.

MONSU Student Lounge, Building S, Level 2.

MSA's Mindful Colouring @ Clayton

Weekly on Tuesdays during semester, Weeks 2–10

Join us for meditation and colouring. Mindful colouring is all about relieving stress and improving brain connectivity, while boosting self-esteem and your mental health.

MSA's Breakfast Club @ Clayton

Weekly on Wednesdays during semester, 9 – 10.30am

Overslept? In a rush? Hungry? Breakfast is on us!

MSA provides students a weekly free breakfast on Wednesdays during semester (with vegan and gluten free options available). Come early so you don't miss out!

Location (depending on the weather):
• dry weather – Northern Plaza
• wet weather – Airport Lounge, Level 1 Campus Centre.

MONSU Peninsula's Fresh Food Market

12–2pm, fortnightly, on alternating Wednesdays and Thursdays during semester

Your favourite is back in 2025, and this year it's going to be even bigger!

MONSU Peninsula's Fresh Food Market has become the heart of our Welfare Initiative. So in semester one it'll be running every fortnight, giving you more opportunities to come along.

We're alternating days between Wednesday and Thursday, so hopefully there'll be at least one day a month you can collect some free groceries.

Make sure you add these dates to your calendar so you don't miss out! Wed 12 Mar, Thu 27 Mar, Wed 9 Apr, Thu 1 May, Wed 14 May, and Thu 30 May.

MONSU Midweek Meet @ Caulfield

Weekly on Wednesdays during semester, 12–2pm

Grab a free lunch at the Midweek Meet! Every Wednesday on The Deck, MONSU serves up a free BBQ (or something else exciting!) for all students. Vegetarian options are available, or ask our crew members for other dietary needs.

If there's bad weather, we'll move inside. Got questions or want to get involved? Slide into our DMs on Instagram @monsu.caulfield or email hello@monsu.org.

MSA's Weekly Yoga Classes @ Clayton

Weekly on Wednesdays during semester

MSA runs weekly free yoga classes throughout the semester. You'll need to register for classes and BYO yoga mat, water bottle, and any other equipment you may need.

MSA's Crochet Crew @ Clayton

Weekly on Thursdays during semester, 12–2pm

We're looking for students who are keen to learn how to crochet and make things for themselves and the student community.

Crochet projects are designed and selected by student volunteer leaders, and materials are funded through the MSA Leadership & Volunteering Department.

These weekly sessions are an activity designed for students of all crochet skills to come together and crochet as a group each week, working on any of our current projects.

Undergraduate Autistic Student Social Catch-Up @ Clayton

Monthly on Thursdays, 12–1pm

Disability Support Services is running an informal lunch-time social catch-up monthly on Thursdays for autistic undergraduate students who would like to connect with like-minded students.

The next catch up will be 12–1pm on Thursday 10 April in room 1167, Level 1 Western Annexe, 21 Chancellors Walk (upstairs in the Campus Centre).

If you're interested in attending, please register so you can be added to our invite list and will receive an email invitation each month.

MSA's Free Pantry @ Clayton

Weekly on Thursdays during semester, 2pm

Free groceries handout every Thursday, from 2pm until sold out. In or around the Campus Centre – follow MSA socials for updates.

MONSU Peninsula's Breakfast Bar

Weekly on Fridays during semester,
9 – 10.30am

The MONSU Welfare Crew is back with our classic grav-n-go breaky to help you overcome the end-of-the-week slump.

Join us outside of the George Jenkins Theatre for your free treats, starting at 9am every Friday during semester (except week seven, as Monash is closed for Good Friday).

MSA's Art Classes & Drawing Sessions @ Clayton

Weekly on Fridays during semester,
12–2pm, Weeks 2–10

The MSA Art Committee runs free art classes during the semester. From sketching, painting, and drawing to jewellery making and Photoshop classes – there's something for everyone. Runs every Friday until 16 May (except week seven, as Monash is closed for Good Friday).