Mandelbaum House is the newest and most modern residential college at the University of Sydney. We accommodate 30 students and offer a warm and stimulating environment, open to both men and women, regardless of religion or nationality.

Our small size creates a caring and secure environment, with our residents able to make good friends while concentrating on their studies. The mix of backgrounds and fields of study amongst our residents provides a valuable inter-cultural connection.

The college boasts bright decor and stylish features. Residents have fully furnished single bedrooms that include a study desk, basin, internet access and a private telephone line. We also have a well equipped games room, library (including computer and printing facilities) and several lounge and kitchenette areas throughout the college.

We are in a convenient location and are adjacent to the Information Technology Building and in close proximity to the Economic and Business Building, Wentworth Building, Sports & Aquatic Centre and International Student Services Unit. We are also minutes walk to public transport, shops and cafés.

We value learning and host lectures and seminars given by prominent scholars and members of the Jewish and wider community throughout the year. We accommodate academics from various disciplines in our apartment style suite rooms.

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Our Community– our residents and staff are from many different backgrounds, religions and cultures and form a warm and close knit community.

Our Values– as a college with Jewish affiliation, we value community, learning, academic success, respect and consideration for others.

Our size– we are the smallest college on campus providing a “home away from home” for 30 residents. Our size allows our residents to feel part of a supportive community.

Our location– we are a short walk to the campus centre, public transport, the Sports & Aquatic centre, Newtown Synagogue, and King Street which has many cafes, shops & services.

Our meals– our chefs provide delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner in our sunny dining room. We cater for vegetarians and provide take-away sandwich lunches on request. All food is prepared in our strictly kosher kitchen.

Our modern facilities– our building is just ten years old and boasts modern & stylish décor throughout. Our college contains: a games room, lounge and kitchenette areas, library & study area, sunny roof top area with city views and laundry facilities.

Our residents’ society– we have an active residents' society who meet to discuss issues about the college and organise parties, excursions and other
social activities.

Our academic program- we have many academics and scholars who are affiliated with the college and offer academic support to our residents.

Value for money– our price is all inclusive. There are no hidden extras. This includes private bedroom/study, accommodation, meals, water & electricity, linen, use of all facilities and more! As we are at the university, you don’t need to worry about transport costs.


  
 

The founder of the College, Mrs Rachel Lipton (née Mandelbaum) died in March 1978, aged 81. In 1918, she graduated with a BA from the University of Sydney, where she read Latin, English, History, Philosophy and Chemistry. She then taught Latin and English at several schools and subsequently obtained her MA in Latin from the University of Sydney in 1934.

She had been a remarkable woman for her time; a highly articulate, individualistic, forceful non-conformist who valued education and Judaic scholarship.

Mrs Lipton bequeathed her estate for the construction of a college at the University of Sydney, which would be named Mandelbaum House. The college was established in memory of her parents, the Reverend Zalel and Freda Mandelbaum, who had provided spiritual leadership to a number of Australian congregations over many decades. Her second husband, Mr Harry Lipton, subsequently bequeathed his estate for Mandelbaum House as well.

Mandelbaum House opened on 18 February 1996 on a site donated by The University of Sydney, with accommodation for 30 residents and four double suites for visitors.

Today the Council of Mandelbaum House oversees the management of the college. The council comprises of respected university academics and prominent community figures. The Mandelbaum Trust continues its management of Lipton Estate.