Robert Menzies College

Starting university in a new city can be isolating.

For Abi, a scholarship at RMC made a meaningful difference. It reduced the pressure to balance study with extensive work, allowing her to engage more fully in college life.

She was able to build relationships, contribute in considered ways, and grow in confidence.

Now, as RMC's 2026 President, she helps shape an environment in which others experience that same sense of connection and belonging.

This EOFY, give a gift towards our scholarship and support amazing humans like Abi. Donate today! https://rmc.org.au/supportamazinghumans/

Last week, we gathered for our Truth and Justice🖤💛❤️

Dinner as part of National Reconciliation Week.
It was a special evening of listening, learning, and reflecting together. We heard from a number of speakers who shared insights on truth-telling, reconciliation, and the importance of continuing to learn from Australia's history. We also had the privilege of hearing from students and seeing them contribute throughout the evening by serving, sharing, singing, and performing.

One of the highlights of the night was hearing students sing in an Aboriginal language and seeing culture, story, and community woven throughout the evening.

The dinner created space for meaningful conversations and reflection, reminding us of the value of listening to different stories and perspectives as we continue to learn together.
A big thank you to all our students, staff, speakers, guests, and volunteers who served, attended, and helped make the evening possible. It was a beautiful way to mark Reconciliation Week and a beautiful reminder that learning and listening don't stop when the week ends.

We are 🤝ALL IN FOR RECONCILIATION✨

✨A recap from our Sydney Supporters Dinner event!✨

Last Thursday we had the privilege of hosting our annual Sydney Supporters Dinner which is our way of saying thank you to the alumni, friends, and supporters of RMC who continue to support our community in so many ways, whether through prayer, generosity, encouragement, or simply journeying alongside us.

It was a special evening spent gathered around the table, sharing meals, conversation, and community, while reflecting on the impact that support continues to have on life at RMC.
We also had the opportunity to hear from Abi, one of our RMC residents and current Student President, as she shared how the support of scholarships and our wider community has shaped her experience at RMC and allowed her and other scholarship recipients to invest more fully into both her studies and college life.

Moments like these remind us that support reaches far beyond financial contribution, it creates opportunities, strengthens community, and continues to shape student journeys in meaningful ways.

To everyone who joined us and continues to support RMC, thank you. We are incredibly grateful.💙

Expanding horizons beyond Australia 🌏✨

This week, Robert Menzies College hosted a Widening Experience event, where staff and students shared insights into international study opportunities, scholarships, and academic pathways overseas.

Stefan Thottunkal, a current RMC resident and Medicine student at MQ, reflected on his 2025 opportunity to study a Masters of Public Health at both Stanford University and Harvard Health Systems Innovation Lab.

Assoc. Prof. Gordon Menzies also shared his academic journey completing his DPhil at Oxford University, while our Principal, Rev. Dr. Peter Davis, spoke about upcoming opportunities for overseas study and scholarships including the Ramsay Scholarship, Rhodes Trust Scholarship, Churchill Fellowship, Fulbright Program, and more.

A valuable evening of conversation, encouragement, and global perspective — reminding students that opportunities can truly take them anywhere. ✈️📚

Big congratulations to RMC resident Monaal Madan on winning the Australian leg of the Red Bull Basement Prize 🏆

Monaal who is the founder of Wing, has developed an app focused on tackling loneliness and helping people create more meaningful real-world connections. From medical student to startup founder, his journey is a powerful example of innovation driven by purpose and we’re incredibly proud to have him as part of the RMC community.

Winning the Australian national final now takes Monaal to the Red Bull Basement World Final in San Francisco 🌎✈️

We can’t wait to see what’s next for you!

Congratulations Monaal!

Faith & Fellowship ☕️✨

Something significant is happening at RMC. Students are asking big questions about life, purpose, and faith - and encountering Jesus in the midst of it.

Join us for a meaningful afternoon tea with the Chaplaincy team at Robert Menzies College. Through the chaplaincy program, young leaders are being shaped to live with courage and share their faith in the spaces that matter most.

This afternoon is a chance to hear real stories, see the impact of chaplaincy, and connect with others who care deeply about the next generation.

🗓 Sunday 3 May from 2-4pm
📍 S-Conference, RMC
🍪 Afternoon tea provided

Come, listen, and be encouraged 💛 RSVP here

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Harrison, a second-year Bachelor of Primary Education student from Orange, received the Paul Barnett Scholarship at RMC’s Commencement Dinner🌟

Receiving the scholarship was a meaningful moment for him. “It was quite overwhelming… I was very thankful. Having that support means I can focus on my studies and be involved in all the activities that go on here at RMC.”

Gifts like the Paul Barnett Scholarship make a real difference for students like Harrison. If you’d like to support future residents, you can make a donation today: https://rmc.org.au/donate/ 🎓

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Robert Menzies College Commencement Dinner on Monday. It was a wonderful evening to celebrate the year ahead, reconnect as a community, and mark the start of another exciting chapter at RMC.

A big thank you to our keynote speaker, David Buster, for sharing your time and insights with our students and guests.

Congratulations as well to everyone who received an award or scholarship on the night. We’re proud to recognise your hard work and the contribution you’re already making to college life.

And to our freshers, this was your first formal event at RMC. Thank you for jumping in and being part of the night. We’re looking forward to seeing you at many more events throughout the year, and to sharing all that comes with life in the RMC community.

A throwback to the 2016 Commencement Dinner as we prepare for our 2026 dinner tonight. We’re excited to welcome the new cohort and celebrate the beginning of their time at Robert Menzies College.

2016 was one for the books: it was Paul Yates’ final year as Dean, and it also happened to be the year the MQ dance-off winning streak kicked off…and some memorable moments at Hyde Park.

To our 2016 alumni: where has life taken you since? We’d love to see your memories — share a story (or even a photo if you have one) in the comments, and tag friends from your year. Your reflections and advice might be exactly what our new students need to hear.

3️⃣ days to Welcome Sunday! Figuring out what to bring to college can feel a bit daunting 😅
To make packing less stressful, here are some tips from our residents on what they always remember to pack!