Facilities for graduate students

Common Room

There is a microwave, table tennis table, TV, vending machines, couches and a phone in the student common room at the basement of the Monash Medical School building.

Ian Potter Library

Important information about who can use the Ian Potter Library.

Eat with an Expert Seminar Series

Fortnightly get-together over lunch with speakers giving talks and taking questions on topics that specifically target the needs of AMREP graduate students.

Watch this space for further updates about our next series coming soon!

MGA advocacy service

MGA advocate Dr. Sunshine Kamaloni is available to AMREP graduate students for confidential consultations via Zoom, phone or email.

To make an appointment, please email MGA-advocacy@monash.edu

Find out more about the MGA advocacy and academic support service on our website HERE.

Counselling Service at the Alfred Precinct

University Counselling and Mental Health Programs provides a free telehealth counselling service to support graduate students in the Alfred Precinct.

Please make an appointment via this Google form.

MGA Virtual Shut Up and Write

Stay motivated and keep your writing on track at our weekly virtual Shut Up and Write sessions for PhD and Masters by Research students. Get your snacks and drinks lined up and log in to join the writing revolution!

Day: Every Tuesday

Time: 11:15am – 1:15pm

More information and booking link HERE.

AMREP Social Activities

Join our regular gatherings for our Monash research students based at AMREP to connect, exchange ideas and network.

Coffee Social at the Alfred Centre
Fortnightly on Mondays. Get your free coffee in a free MGA mug!
Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: New Order Cafe, 12 Commercial Road, Prahran VIC 3181

HDR Social Evening
First Thursday of every month
First beer, wine or non-alcoholic drink is on us!
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Venue: College Lawn Hotel, 36 Greville St, Prahran VIC 3181

Find out the dates and book your place for these social events HERE.

Do you have any questions or an idea for an event for AMREP students?

Get in touch with:

Isobel Leece (isobel.leece1@monash.edu); and
Ali Dvorscek (alexandra.dvorscek@monash.edu)

Can’t make it to our social events? You can also join our Facebook Group to stay connected with other HDR students at Monash.

What’s On

Monash Graduate Association - MGA4 days ago

📣 YOU CAN NOW NOMINATE YOUR SUPERVISOR FOR MGA’S 2021 SUPERVISOR OF THE YEAR AWARD!

The characteristics of a good supervisor include:
⭐ Checking in with you and making sure you’re hitting your milestones;
⭐ Offer intellectual guidance and expand your academic horizons;
⭐ Give you constructive feedback on your methodologies and research design choices;
⭐ Reading drafts and providing timely comments;
⭐ Pointing you in the direction of training, funding and conference opportunities;
⭐ Cheering you on and encouraging you to keep going?

Even if your supervisor does just a few of these things, say thanks to your supervisor by nominating them for the 2021 MGA Supervisor of the Year award! ➡️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP3ocRcWM6Cn2nh7etFSdaJ873Ce7yTlQNHBbBDmEBaYQqyA/viewform

Nominations close Thursday, 30 September 2021 5:00pm AEST.

Monash Graduate Association - MGA5 days ago

💳💕 Did you miss out on our on-campus welfare initiatives? You’re in luck because the MGA is giving out $25 Coles Supermarket Grocery Digital Vouchers for eligible students to buy fresh food, produce, and other essential items!

If you’re a current Monash graduate student enrolled at an off-campus location (e.g. Law Chambers, the Alfred Precinct, or Monash Medical Centre) or are studying via distance education, you are eligible to apply.

Vouchers are limited, so get in quick to receive yours ➡️ http://bit.ly/mgacolesvoucher
For more info on eligibility, head to ➡️ https://mga.monash.edu.au/mga-food-assistance-program-off-campus-distance-ed-students/

The MGA would like to thank Professor David Copolov AO - Pro Vice-Chancellor (Major Campuses and Student Engagement) for his contribution to this program.

👩‍🏫 Are you a current HDR or coursework Monash graduate student who wants to brush up on your leadership skills, meet like-minded students outside your network and contribute to the graduate student community at Monash?

The MGA is calling out for current students who want to help first-year students navigate the graduate student journey.

Don’t miss out on an opportunity to make a difference!

Coursework mentors (Apps close Friday, 2 July 2021) ➡️ https://mga.monash.edu/coursework-mentor-callout/
HDR mentors (Apps close Friday, 6 August 2021) ➡️ https://mga.monash.edu/hdr-mentor-callout/

Monash Graduate Association - MGA1 week ago

Dear graduate students,

Please take note that the MGA Lounge on Clayton, Caulfield and Peninsula campus is now open to graduate students with reduced hours.

Mon - Fri: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Sat & Sun: 10:00am to 6:00pm

Here is a list of alternative study spaces available to students this week:
https://www.monash.edu/students/study-support/study-spaces

The MGA offices on both campuses remain closed with staff working from home.

If you have any queries please email:
mga@monash.edu

If you want to speak to someone from our student advocacy and academic support team, please email:
mga-advocacy@monash.edu

Monash Graduate Association - MGA2 weeks ago

Dear graduate students,

Following Victoria’s latest announcement on restrictions post lockdown, all MGA spaces will continue to be closed until further notice. This includes the MGA Clayton, Caulfield and Peninsula lounges, meeting rooms, and offices.

MGA EVENTS: All MGA in-person events will be cancelled until further notice. This includes:
• MGA Badminton at Clayton (Friday, 11 June, Wednesday, 16 June & Friday, 18 June)
• Coffee Social at AMREP (Monday, 14 June)
• Thursday Mystery Treats (Thursday, 17 June)
• MGA Peninsula HDR Social & Light Lunch (Thursday, 17 June)

All our virtual events and programs will run as planned. This includes:
• Virtual Yoga (Monday, 14 June)
• Virtual Shut Up & Write (Tuesday, 15 June)

MGA ADVOCACY: Need help or advice? Reach out to the MGA’s advocacy and academic support team for an appointment. Email us at MGA-advocacy@monash.edu or contact the MGA Support buddy on WhatsApp (+61 497 131 698)

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Do you have any questions or an idea for an event for AMREP students?

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