UMSU University of Melbourne Student Union

President's News: UMSU Condemns Threats to the University of Queensland Union

The University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU) stands in solidarity with the University of Queensland Union (UQU) against the repeated threats to their independence from University of Queensland management.

Read the full statement via 🔗 in bio.

Want to learn more about the 2026 UMSU Annual Elections?

Swipe through for the key information you need to know, including how to vote (it's in-person this year!), how to nominate, the positions for election, and more!

For more information, including on requesting an electronic postal vote, check out the UMSU Annual Elections page on the UMSU website (link in bio).

For any questions, contact the Returning Officer at [email protected]

Are you UMSU’s new Lawyer?

This new role will support and empower University of Melbourne students through legal advice, casework and advocacy, while delivering legal education, facilitating referrals, contributing to law reform initiatives, and supporting volunteer and pro bono programs.

UMSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, women, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

📅 Employment Status: Full time (35hr/week), Ongoing.
💼 Classification Level: PL 7.1, $100,859.87 per annum plus 14.5% superannuation
🔗 Applications close Midnight, Sunday 23 August 2026. For more info and to apply, see the "Current Jobs" link in our bio.

Nominations for the University of Melbourne Student Union’s 2026 Annual Elections are now open and will close at 12 noon on Friday 14 August. In this election, students will elect the Students' Council, Office Bearers and all Department Committees.

If you (or someone you know) are passionate about representing your fellow students and want to build valuable leadership experience, this is your opportunity.

Thinking of running as a candidate? Come along to the Prospective Candidates’ Information Session (🔗 in bio). This session will provide information about the election process, how to nominate, how to campaign and the role of the Returning Officer.

Any questions? Contact the Returning Officer at [email protected]

BREAKING NEWS: ACADEMIC BOARD REJECTS RAMSAY CENTRE SCHOLARSHIP

The University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU) proudly welcomes the Academic Board’s decision today to reject the proposed scholarship from the Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation.

This is a significant victory for students, staff, and the broader University community who stood together to defend the integrity of the University of Melbourne.

The outcome reflects months of principled advocacy by those who refused to accept that financial donations should come at the cost of academic independence or the values of an inclusive university.

“Today's outcome is a victory for students, staff and everyone who stood up for the integrity of our University. It sends a clear message that academic independence cannot be compromised.” - Lushy Chinganya, UMSU President

“Today's decision is a great demonstration of integrity and care. I commend our University community for standing up to the face of what could have been a very troubling outcome.” - Anyang Wal, UMSU People of Colour Officer

We extend our sincere thanks to the staff, students, alumni and supporters who worked tirelessly to raise concerns and advocate for this result.

While we celebrate this outcome, the work is not over. We call on the University to make a clear commitment that organisations such as the Ramsay Centre will not be given influence within our institution.

Our University should remain a place where scholarships are guided by academic integrity, not ideological interests, and where every student can feel that they belong.

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President's News: UMSU President & People of Colour statement on the Ramsay Centre partnership.

UMSU is deeply concerned by the University’s decision to partner with the Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation to create a new scholarship. Funding should not come at the expense of the values of academic independence, diversity, and inclusion.

Read the full statement via 🔗 in bio.

We've developed a draft Impact Strategy for 2026-2028 and would love your feedback. 📝This document looks at the issues facing students and talks about what we're planning to do for our community over the next three years.

The draft has been developed through an iterative process involving your elected UMSU student representatives, UMSU staff with expertise in a range of operational and advocacy areas, student Working Groups, and previous consultation/surveys of students.

We really value your perspectives, experiences and feedback, so please read the draft and let us know what you think!

See it on our website here: https://umsu.unimelb.edu.au/about/umsu/strategy/