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Welcome New Moose! We are very excited to meet you and look forward to you joining our hall community this year!
At Richo, the Residential Support Team aim to build an environment of community awareness and participation - with our major focus being YOU, our residents.Â
We hope that living here provides you with lots of great experiences, opportunities and friendships. This site will assist to ensure that your transition to living on res is the easiest it can be and help you to become aware of some of the rules and regulations we have at MRS to make sure our community is more than just a room.Â
At Richardson Hall we are RESPECTFUL of all community members, we value DIVERSITY, INCLUSION and ACCOUNTABILITY.Â
Living together with 200 others can be both a fantastic and rewarding experience and to make sure it is there are some considerations to keep in mind throughout the year - as well as ensuring your wellbeing is top priority. All Richardson residents respect their neighbors, communal and personal property, rules and regulations and themselves.Â
We hope that you enjoy your time at Richardson Hall.Â
RICHARDSON HALL
RICHARDSON HALL
Richardson Hall is named after the Australian author Henry Handel Richardson, the pen name of Ethel Florence Lindesay Richardson who is most famously known for her works 'The Getting of Wisdom' and 'The Fortunes of Richard Mahony'.Â
Richo took it's first residents in 1972 and was at full occupancy in 1973. Our hall colours are blue, maroon and gold and our hall mascot is Bob the Moose.Â
Resources
Resources
The Resident Portal is your go-to access point for tools, training, forms, and anything else you might need while living on-campus
Away from MRS for more than two consecutive nights?Â
Submit an Absence Form
Have a guest staying with you overnight?Â
Submit an Overnight Guest Form
Something broken in your room or common space?Â
Submit a Maintenance Request Form
AFTER-HOURS SUPPORT SERVICES
AFTER-HOURS SUPPORT SERVICES
Community Support Officers (CSOs)
A dedicated team of highly trained staff, here to provide health and wellbeing support to residents, available after-hours on Monday to Friday and 24/7 on the weekend.
+61 407 829 163
MRS Security Officers
Security staff on-site every night, patrolling MRS buildings to ensure the safety and security of residents.Â
+61 3 9902 7777Â
Monash University Security
24/7 assistance for students, including security escort services and security shuttle buses.
+61 3 9905 3333 (emergency)
+61 3 9902 7777 (general)
bSafe app
Get the app that's got your back!
Bringing safety services, safety information, and resources to your fingertips.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE TEAM (RLT)
RESIDENTIAL LIFE TEAM (RLT)
Your Residential Life Team (RLT) are here to support you and ensure that you are living in a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable environment. The RLT is made up of Residential Life Staff (RLS) and Resident Advisors (RAs).Â
Residential Life Staff (RLS)
Residential Life Staff (RLS)
Residential Life Senior Coordinator
Ruby Karantonis
rls-northhub@monash.edu
0407 233 940Â
Residential Life Coordinator
Sharvada Raju
rls-northhub@monash.edu
0458 966 655Â
Residential Life Coordinator
Rushdi Zaheed
rls-northhub@monash.edu
0477 227 526
Resident Advisors (RAs)
Amy (She/Her)
From: Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Course: Biomedical science/science
Hobbies: Travel, hiking and photography
"Welcome to the Richo family! The best thing about living here is the way strangers can turn into lifelong friends :)"
Sara (She/Her)
From: Delhi, IndiaÂ
Course: Law and ArtsÂ
Hobbies: Dancing, travelling, watching moviesÂ
"The year flies by, so say yes, show up, and soak it all in. The laughs, the late-night chats, the friendship- they are the moments that will stay with you long after res. "
Edward (He/Him)
From: Woodend, Victoria, Australia
Course: Engineering
Hobbies: Climbing, Camping, Hiking
"I love living on res because of the opportunities for new experiences and the people you meet."
Victoria (She/Her)
From: Australia and SlovakiaÂ
Course: Science/Commerce
Hobbies: Baking cookies, Sports, re-watching comfort movies
"Top tip: From personal experience, make sure to use laundry pods instead of dishwashing pods when washing clothes!"
Cooper (He/Him)
From: Bendigo, Victoria, Australia
Course: Bachelor of Computer Science
Hobbies: Riding motorbikes, camping, cars
"My top tip for living on res is to make sure to take advantage of the social life! Put yourself out there, and you'll love living on campus!"
Charlotte (She/Her)
From: Mulhouse, France and Frankston, Australia
Course: Bachelor of Arts (major in psychology)
Hobbies: listening to music, hanging out with friends, spending time outdoors
"Living on res gives you so many opportunities to meet people, have fun, and grow your leadership skills! My tip would be to say yes to as much as possible and make the most of time with friends, the year goes by so quick!"
Harshini (She/Her)
From: Bangalore, India
Course: Economics
Hobbies: Reading, gym, dressing up
"Hot tip: The benches right next to Richo (overlooking the lake) are the best place to chill with a hot cup of tea when those midnight feels hit."
Ocea (She/Her)
From: Australia
Course: Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Hobbies: Painting, Travelling, Skiing
"My top tips for living on res: Decorating your room so it feels like home, making time for the awesome people you meet"
LoganÂ
From: Horsham,Victoria AustraliaÂ
Course: Bachelor of Engineering and Science
Hobbies: Sport exercise and watching movies
"Put yourself out there, talk to as many people as you can, and you’ll make tons of new friends. And most of all enjoy the experience."
Jessel (He/Him)
From: Perth, Western Australia
Course: Economics
Hobbies: Gaming, table tennis and sleeping through my alarm.
""Living on res is one of the best opportunities to make friends and experience new things. It's never too late to meet new people so put yourself out there and have fun!""
Harry (He/Him)
From: New Zealand
Course: Economics/Commerce
Hobbies: Sport, Guitar, The Beach
"Living at Richo is the best way to settle into life at Monash University! Put yourself out there and give everything a red hot go!"STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
One of the most valuable aspects of living on campus at Monash University is the opportunity to develop as a person and grow your skills, beyond the traditional learning environment.Â
At Monash Residential Services (MRS) you have access to a number of volunteer leadership and development opportunities, and we encourage you to get involved!
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