CRUISECHELLA - Throw Back to 2016 (BOAT CRUISE)
🌴🛥️ CRUISECHELLA 2026: UMOSS END OF YEAR BOAT CRUISE! 🌅🎉
Sunsets, nostalgia, good vibes and unforgettable memories — what more could you ask for? 👀☀️
UMOSS and Specsavers are bringing you CRUISECHELLA 2026 ! 💚💛
🎶 Good music, great company and sunset views - Let's end the year with an amazing night of celebration!🕺💃
🎟️ EVENT DETAILS
📅 Date: Thursday, 19 November 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Federation Wharf, Melbourne
💰 Tickets:
✨ $30 for UMOSS members
✨ $35 for non-UMOSS members
⚠️ Spots are limited, so don't miss out!
Eyeball 2026 - A Night in Monte Carlo
♠️ UMOSS proudly presents the 2026 EyeBall – A Night in Monte Carlo 🍸🌃
Step into an evening of sophistication, where high stakes meet timeless glamour. Dress to impress and immerse yourself in the elegance of Monte Carlo, inspired by the world of Casino Royale ♣️✨.
Enjoy a delicious two-course meal and drinks, capture unforgettable memories in our photobooth and dance the night away with our DJ 💃🪩
Try your luck at our roulette, poker, and blackjack tables with the chance to win big money and prizes! (All guests receive starting cash at no cost) - Go hard or go home 🎲💸🪙
All set within a spectacular venue overlooking Melbourne's glittering skyline with an outdoor deck perfect for taking in the views 🌃
It's an evening you won't want to miss ♠️♦️♣️♥️
🗓️ Wednesday, September 30 2026
🕢 6:00 - 11:00pm
📍Luminaire Penthouse, South Melbourne
🎟️ Tickets:
UMOSS: $140
Non-UMOSS: $150
Unimelb + MEC Staff: $140
Welcome Back Night Semester 2: Games night
🎮 Welcome Back Night — Semester 2 Games Night 🎮
Semester 2 is almost here 👀 so let's have one last chill night before it kicks off.
Come hang with Owlando for a laid-back games night — bring your friends, consoles, cards, board games, laptops, whatever you're into 🕹️
🍕🥤 Food & drinks are sorted!
📍 200 Berkeley St, Carlton (MEC Prac Lab Room 106-107)
📅 Friday 31st July 2026
🕕 6:00 PM Sign up now:
⏰ Sign-ups close 30th July
Eye-Mazing Race
Calling all Pokemon fans!
Ready, set, race! Our annual UMOSS EyeMazing Race is back, and the stakes have never been higher.
Owlando has been captured by Team Rocket & the clock is ticking! WE NEED YOU, our fastest ODs, to beat a series of Gym battles to prove that you can defeat Team Rocket!
Complete challenges, collect badges, and gain XP as you race and compete to save Owlando!
Form your team of 4 and expect competition & good vibes — with food & drinks provided.
Up to $500 in prizes for 1st, 2nd and Best Dressed!
UMOSS members: $10
Non-UMOSS members: $15
In addition to the sign up form below, please also submit your attendance as required by the University.
All team members are required to sign up individually
HUGE prizes to be won!
Food & drinks to be provided
See you on the 8th of May, 2026 at 6pm
200 Berkeley St, Carlton
MEC Level 1 Prac Room 106/107
EssilorLuxottica Eye-Conic Pathways (OD4 ONLY)
OD4 EXCLUSIVE EVENT
They’ll be hosting FREE lunch + drinks + prizes, and sharing info about graduate opportunities in Aus & NZ.
🗓 Wed 6th May, 12–2pm
📍 Prince Alfred, Carlton (191 Grattan St)
There are 2 QR codes in the flyer:
• One to RSVP for lunch
• One to book a 1-on-1 grad interview Interview dates (on campus): Tues 31 March, Wed 1 April, Wed 6 May, Thurs 7 May
Highly recommend going — great chance to network, get free food, and learn more about grad pathways!
Contact: If you have any questions, you can reach out to Melissa (Professional Services Manager) via the email listed on the flyer.
CCLSA Student Night
Hi everyone!
The Cornea and Contact Lens Society of Australia (CCLSA) is hosting their highly anticipated annual student night open to OD3 and OD4 students. What you can expect:
Meet contact lens and equipment reps
Presentation on interesting and complex contact lens cases
Eye-mazing trivia with prizes up for grabs Free finger food and drinks.
Event details:
Wednesday 15th April
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Oxford Scholar Hotel (Level 1) - 427 Swanston Street (enter via elevator outside)
FREE event for CCLSA members
Registration link:
Not a CCLSA member?
CCLSA membership is FREE for students and valid until June 30 of the year after your graduation. Signing up gives you access to exclusive resources, webinars, and events to enhance your understanding about contact lenses and the cornea.
Sign up to be a member:
Teddy Bear Hospital Melbourne 🧸
Registrations close 16th of March, so get in quick!
DON’T MISS OUT ON THE BEST VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE alongside OVER 1000 STUDENTS at the biggest Teddy Bear Hospital event in Australia !!
WHEN: Good Friday (3rd April, Public Holiday)
WHERE: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
Looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity? Join us in helping kids feel safe and comfortable in a healthcare setting, guiding them through a fun teddy bear hospital visit. It’s a great way to boost your paediatric skills—all in support of raising funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital. Don’t miss out!
If you have any questions, please check the FAQ document to see if your question has already been answered or email us at: volunteerstbh.melb@gmail.com
Specsavers Information Evening 2026 (OD4 ONLY)
‼️Specsavers Information Evening 2026‼️
The Graduate Optometry Team is delighted to invite all final year students to attend the Specsavers Information Evening.
This evening will provide you with the opportunity to learn more about Specsavers as a company, and what we can offer you as a Graduate Optometrist. Giveaways and prizes are also up for grabs!🎁
Date: Tuesday 24 February 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Zagames House Carlton, 66 Lygon Street, Carlton 3053
Please note that this is an OD4 exclusive event. Students who are not from this cohort will be unable to attend due to venue capacity
🚨Please RSVP by 12 February using the link below:
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019b448058bf7766b0db13966086f899
Optometry Australia (OA) Careers Expo 2026 (OD4 ONLY)
This is a wonderful opportunity to gain invaluable career insights and connect with future employers.
At this event, you will:
📌 Receive expert advice on making career decisions and understanding key aspects of employment contracts.
📌 Hear from a panel of early career optometrists working in a variety of settings, sharing their experiences transitioning from student life to professional practice, and their career journeys so far.
📌 Network with prospective employers.
📌 Enjoy delicious food and drinks, and receive a complimentary flipper bag!
Date: Tuesday 10th February
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Venue: University of Melbourne, Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences, Level 1 (Prac Lab), 200 Berkeley St
Please note that this is an OD4 exclusive event. Students who are not from this cohort will be unable to attend due to venue capacity
Please RSVP using the link below: