A certain simplicity of Mean Girls that sticks with you, no matter how many times you’ve watched it. It’s timeless. The snappy lines, the outrageous high school drama, the way it instantly became a comfort movie for so many of us. It is one of those movies you can watch anytime whether it’s on a…
Category: Event Coverage
Monash Cup (Closing Ceremony): Reckoning the Forces of Sportsmanship by Yashven Jayabalan
Manticore, Leviathan, Culebre, and Opinicus, all front and centre. This week in Monash was a reminder of sportsmanship and exhilaration. I sat under the umbrellas waiting for the event to start and I slowly noticed the concourse area along with the entirety of the cafeteria and the balconies at the upper levels of building 6…
EDI Week: Paralympics: Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity in The Limelight by Teresa
Even though the Olympics season is over, the spirit still lingers here at Monash University Malaysia. Come join us for this year’s EDI Week with the theme “Paralympics,” where we celebrate the diversity and uniqueness of each one of us. The event was hosted on September 4th, 2024, with a lineup of various activities. Four…
Monash Cup (Opening Ceremony): A Night to Remember by Pooja Tamara
The rain was pouring, but spirits were high as people gathered around the Porch for Monash Cups’ opening ceremony. An inaugural event, the ceremony launches the games that will take place over the next month. It started with a performance from Monash Street Dance Society (MSDS), dressed in vibrant hues of red and black. Their…
Wellness Week: How to defend yourself (emotionally, mentally, and safely) by Pooja Tamara
Wellness Week Monash ran from 9th – 12th September, a week full of fun events, games, and bazaars. Bazaars lined the walkways of Monash, ranging from student-owned vendors and food stalls, henna design places, to a free photobooth! Monday 9th September Monash Street Dance Society (MSDS) started us off with a hip, street-style performance to…
Arunika: The Dawn of Liberation by Teresa
Do you know Indonesia gained its independence 79 years ago? After long and arduous battles against colonialism and imperialism by the Dutch and the Japanese, Malaysia’s “older sibling” declared its independence on August 17th, 1945. Ever since, Indonesians, both within the archipelago and beyond, have carried on the spirit of this festive day in their…
Movie Night: Under the Stars by Jananee Jagadeesan
It’s August 22nd, and we’re all set for what was supposed to be a perfect “Night Under the Stars.” The sky had just cleared up after a brief shower, painting everything in this soft, Instagram-worthy shade of pink. The kind of sky that makes you pause and think, “Okay, this might actually turn out to…
Night of Drama: Revitalising Art and Theatre by Yashven Jayabalan
I love art and film and theatre. I love dysfunctional characters who have bad relationships with their parents. I love dreams and psychedelics. I love Rachel Sennott. I love being a hopeless romantic. Embark on this journey with me through the vastly distinct worlds of four student-directed plays. This will be a relentless stream of…
C&S Week: A Dynamic Kick-off To The Semester
Here at Monash University, the start of a new semester is nothing short of a celebration, with kaleidoscopic colours, creative and dedicated stalls, and excitement- LOTS of excitement in the air! The credits for this lovely kick-starter atmosphere go to the highly anticipated Clubs and Societies (C&S) week. This staple event in the semester calendar…
July Orientation Event 2024: An Invitation to the Global Theatre
The MUSA Activities Division presented an exciting blend of entertainment and socialising to welcome Monash University’s freshies. On July 17th, the Monash Badminton Court was transformed into a lively “Global Theatre,” offering a glimpse of various continents’ cultures through engaging games, performances, and culinary delights. The court featured game stations inspired by different continents where…
A Taste of Home: One-World by Jananee Jagadeesan
On May 21, 2024, MUISS’s annual event One World, showcased an enchanting display of colours, aromas, and sounds. This event promised—and delivered their beloved tradition where students from diverse backgrounds come together to celebrate and share their unique cultural heritage. By 10 a.m., the Foyer had transformed into a vibrant bazaar, with booths representing countries…
Monash Waterbomb Festival 2024
Indulge yourself in an array of food vendors, lining up and forming heavenly food alleys right before you enter the main stage! Welcome to the first-ever Monash Waterbomb Festival, brought to you by our beloved Activities Chairpersons and Monash Business Club (MBC)! Even before the registration was open, people were queuing to secure their spot…
The Oldest Celebration: The Indian Cultural Night
What makes an Indian Indian? Of course, there are the cultures. From South to North, the language, music, attire, diet, tradition, dance, literature, education, and many more aspects differ. A person becomes a member of an ethnic group when they share memories and practices across time and space. Celebrating culture often means promoting its beautiful…
Avurudu Night: Sinhala Tamil New Year 2024
To embrace the new year with warmth and prosperity, Lankans embark on their customs with decorous household cleaning, culinary arrangements, followed by the lighting of the herth prior to participating in traditional annual games such as tug-of-war, elephant pin and more. A flurry of cultural prowess encompassed the campus grounds as students queued for registration,…
MUSA Wars 2024
On the splendid day of March 30th, 2024, our beloved Activities department orchestrated a spectacle like no other – MUSA Wars! It was all about fun, games and bringing our MUSA community closer together. Imagine this: the courts were abuzz with excitement as registrations opened. Students eagerly chatted, asking each other about their MUSA departments…
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