Socials

Sunday 11 July, 7 - 9pm

The Refectory, Holme Building, The University of Sydney 

Dress: Smart casual

You will have the opportunity to meet your fellow delegates and enjoy light refreshments following the Opening Ceremony in the Holme Refectory. Inspired by the dining halls of Oxford and Cambridge, the Refectory provides a grand setting for the beginning of the conference, with its fine timber panelled walls, soaring ceilings and renowned mural by Virgil Lo Schiavo. The mural itself is a spectacular backdrop for the opening evening of AMUNC, depicting humanity's many peoples and beliefs, from Western writers such as Shakespeare and Dickens to Buddhist and Muslim philosophers. It portrays a paratrooper in the foreground – the killer – standing close to a Hindu who believes that all killing is wrong. The mural reaches out to the viewer and asks them to put themselves in the shoes of someone from another culture, to consider our common humanity. Its tone is befitting of our theme, ‘We the Peoples’.

Monday 12 July, 5:30 - 7pm

Restaurants in Newtown and Glebe (allocated by committee)

Dress: Business attire as per committee sessions

Newtown and Glebe are the vibrant hubs of student life, offering a host of alternate and eccentric opportunities for delegates to explore. The restaurants in these areas are famed among Sydneysiders for their quality, taste and multicultural range: from Lebanese to African, Italian to Thai, and dedicated vegetarian and organic eateries. 

Monday 12 July, 7pm - late

Manning Bar, The University of Sydney

Dress code: Business attire as per committee sessions

The epicentre of the University, famous for hosting energetic social functions, Manning Bar will come alive with festivities. Featuring music from around the world, this after party will make for a memorable and exciting night.

Wednesday 13 July, time to be confirmed

Starship Sydney, King Street Wharf 4, Darling Harbour

Dress code: 

    Women: Formal in white 

    Men: White dress shirt with black suit pants is acceptable unless a white suit is preferred. 

Sydney's world famous harbour will be yours for the night. Enjoy a little winter festivity on the funky, modern and exclusive Starship Sydney. Dance the night away with live music or relax and take in the views on the observation decks. The theme is white in winter, so come dressed to impress in white!

Friday 16 July, 7pm -  late

Location: Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf, Darling Harbour

Dress code: Formal  

Unlock the gates to a secret garden and steal through shimmering emerald greens and fairy lights to discover the magic within. Floor to ceiling water views wrap around the indoor garden, framing a celebration befitting a successful and memorable week. A three-course meal and drinks package is included in your conference registration.

Other events

The Tuesday night is left free for you to relax, spend time with other delegates, or prepare for the second committee topic. We'll publish some recommendations if you'd like to hit up more of Sydney's nightlife.

The Thursday night will be a party celebrating the end of committee for the week; more details will be available soon.