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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 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 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
Accommodation Security Officers
Security staff on-site every night, patrolling Monash University Accommodation 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
Residential Life Coordinator
Sam Taylor
rls-northhub@monash.edu
0427 191 129
Resident Advisors (RAs)
Jessel (he/him)
From: Perth, WA, Australia
Course: Engineering (Honours) and Science
Hobbies: Gaming, Pool, Table Tennis
"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!"
Max
From: Geelong, Australia
Course: Law and Commerce
Hobbies: I enjoy playing Guitar and going to shows
"Living on res offers a unique social experience and unforgettable opportunity to meet amazing people, enriching your university life in so many ways. "
Ocea (she/her)
From: Warragul, Australia
Course: Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Hobbies: Painting, Travelling, learning new skills.
"Top tip for living on res: be adventurous, especially when it comes to meeting as many of the wonderful members of your Richo family as you can!"
Jordan (he/him)
From: Australia
Course: Bachelor of Global Studies
Hobbies: Music, Sport, Travel
"I encourage you to get involved with res life as much as you can and am looking forward to getting to know you all!"
Ashwell (she/her)
From: Chennai, India
Course: Chemical Engineering
Hobbies: Playing the violin/piano, reading psychology books, exploring new churches
"Looking for a friend? You’ve got me! I’ll remember your name after one chat and make sure you feel right at home here."
Sara (she/her)
From: India
Course: Law & Arts
Hobbies: Dancing, travelling, watching movies
"The year flies by- so say yes, show up, and soak it all in. The laughs, the late-night chats, the friendships are the moments that will stay with you long after res."
Kaleb (he/him)
From: Traralgon, Vic, Australia
Course: Secondary Education/Arts
Hobbies: Listening to any and all kinds of music, going to the nott and talking (a lot)
"Richo culture is walking into the common room at any hour of the day and sparking up a convo with whoever is around- Introduce yourself to new people and you won’t regret it!"
Hugh (he/him)
From: Wangaratta, Australia
Course: Bachelor of Marketing / Arts
Hobbies: Music, Cooking, Gym
"Make the most out of living at Richo, it's one of the best opportunities to make life-long friends!"
Kira (she/her)
From: Cockatoo, Australia
Course: Bachelor of Architectural DesignÂ
Hobbies: Taking care of my plants, Painting, CrochetÂ
"Top Tip: Meal prepping food helps to make sure you regularly get healthy and delicious meals even when life gets busy. "
Alison (she/her)
From: Finley, NSW, Australia
Course: Science & Arts
Hobbies: Petting cats, couch-rotting in the commsy, late night journaling
"Talk to everyone and open yourself up to what life on res has to offer. You'll be amazed at how far you've come by the end of your time at Richo!"
Adelaide (she/her)
From: Kingston, Tasmania
Course: Bachelor of Actuarial Sciences/Master of Actuarial Studies
Hobbies: Reading, Eating, and Random Side Quests!
"Living on Res is convenient for uni, but its so much more than that. Its a community, a hub of events and a home away from home. Welcome to the family!"
Mathilda (she/her)
From: Brisbane, Australia
Course: Graphic Design and Media Communications
Hobbies: Sewing, Reading, PaintingÂ
"MEOW!"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 University Accommodation you have access to a number of volunteer leadership and development opportunities, and we encourage you to get involved!
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