THE ц N1VERSITY oF MELBOURNE
МILDURA BRANCH HANDBOOK
1 948
MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PRESS
Wholly set up and printed in Australia by Melbourne University Press, Carlton, N.3, Victoria
Table of Contents
Alcohol - A A E
PPartu Chemistry
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°mmnflwealth Reconstruction Training Sсh ere o minunications with the University - _
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ЅТAFF OF THE MILDURA ВRANCН
WARDEN
Secretor James Stanley Rogers, М.C., B.А., Dip.Ed., D.Sc., F.Inst.P.
y to the Warden,--Joan Wettenhall Nanson.
The Warden.
Archibald
argaret Blackwood, M.Sc.
Arthur Cameron Carter, D. S .O.
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ChicheleyJenner Meredith, ith, Q.ВЕ., B.А., Dip.Ed..Ed.
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nKent Tickner, Dip.Com.
oSenior Lecturers to be appointed.)
CaнΡtr ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Sui_ oiler o f Plant and Equiрment.- - ArchiЬa1d Arthur Cameron Carter, D.S.O.
egistřar._.._William Kent Tickner, Dip.Com.
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D ° Мer .--Benjamin Chicheley Jenner Meredith, O.S.E., ,B.A., Dip.Ed.
Lcan if Women._Margaret Blackwood, М.Sc.
brarian.--Vivian John Saunders Grieg.
ACADEMIC STAFF Biology
Seenror ectu'er Lecturer in Zoo[igy.—Williani Boardman, m.Sc. (Syd.).
in Botany.---Margaret Blackwood, М.Sc.
ectuyeg' in Zoolo Essie Lindsay iollison, M.Sc.
ern°2stгators: Margery Campbell Ashley, В.Sc., Dip.Ed.
Dorothy Joy Jenkyn, B.Sс. (WA.).
Brian. Everard E asterbrook . Jennifer Ann Henzell, В.Sc. (WA.).
Jean Joyce Liddell, В.Sc. (Syd.).
Se Chemistry
Lecture', (in charge) .
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Laurence Richard Dimond Pyke, М.A. (Oxon.), Lee •Sе., Dip.Ed. (Oxon.).Se It'rer.. .Jcan Logап Alexander, 11!x.Sc.
y Demonstrator.---Arthur Hugh Redcliffe, Dip.Anal.Chem.
f?strators._Francis Ian Andersen, P.Sc. (Q land) . William Ernest Badcock, В. Sc. (Tas.) . Margaret E - John, M.Sc. (London) . William Clayton Thomas, В. Sc .
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(Four to be appointed.)
` once А ssistant.-Norman Henry Olver, М.Sc.
Sey ar „. Dental Science
Se n Lеcturеr (in chargе) J аc k Alexander Isaacs, M. B. E, В. D . Sc.
°r Demonstrator.-Helen Elizabeth Lynette Le Messurier Kneebone,
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ent Dental Оfficen.----Kenneth Woodard, В.D.Sc.
S Engineering
e .or Lect urer (in charge) .Richard William Nettle, B.E. (Civil) (Adel.-- ) Se iir Demon stratoys._Robert Bennet Johnson
Arthur Keith Turner
,geni Mathematics
Lecturer (in charge).---Frederick John Daniel Syеr, м.В.Е., I3.A., . ec iр.Ed.
dut ur Мargar. et Lester, B.A.
Roberta May Powell, В. Sc. (WA.).
Brenda Frances Morley, В.Sc. (Sydney), Dip.Ed. (Sydney).
G24 (Two (Two to be appointed.)
'lamed . Assistant (Part-Time).—Harold Kerr Powell, M.A., В.Sc.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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Physics I n charge .-- The Wardell.
Leсturer-Demonstrator.--John Colin Barton, B.A., M.Sc.
SenioтΡ' Demonstrаtors.---Joyce Winifred Barton, B.Sc.
(One to be appointed.) Dеmon trators.-Viola Hanekamp, B.Sс. (W.A.).
Grevis John Howe.
Anne Smith, B.Sc. (W.A.) . Dulcie J. Benraison.
Tynan Campbell Burns, B.Sc.
(Two to be appointed.)
TECHNICAL STAFF
Тесhnwwal A ssistarnts in Biology.—Duncan Fraser Burr (Zoology) .
Edith Mary Packe, A.R.C.M. (London)' (Botany) .
Technical A ssistants in Dental Sсieесe.--Rosemary Turner.
Margaret Joan Clark.
Technical Assistants in Physics-Calvin Alfred William Briant.
Ian Colquhoun Clow.
Technical Assistant in Chemistry.--David Gordon Fraser.
Dental Nurses.-Ineг Dorothea Chipperfield.
Enid Olorenshaw.
SICK BAY
Medical C fr.rers (Part-Time).---John 5trahan Bothroyd, M.D., M.S.
Malcolm Curwen Walker, M.B., B.S.
Sisters.—(In charge) .--Rebie Alison Reid.
(Assistant) .—Alison Mary Powell.
CATERING STAFF Catering Manager . --Thomas Wh eel a ghan . Chief Chef.—Vincent Lang.
A ssistant to Catering Manager.—Herbert Brown.
UNION STAFF Head Steward.--John Murray Bothroyd.
A ssistant Stewards.--Raymond Patrick Skehan, М.М.
(One to be appointed.)
Browsing Library Attendants.-Isabelle Stockdale, B.Sc.
Mona Barberis.
CLERICAL STAFF Salaries Clerk.--Frederick Charles Richardson.
Cashier.---Victor Raymond Hicks.
Fee Clerk.----Joan Olsson.
Secretary to sub-Registrar.--Meryl Prott.
MAINTENANCE STAFF Clerk of Works.—Edward George Hislop.
Elеctrician. William John Charley.
Storman.-Douglas Ernest Francis.
Caretaker.—Gordon Francis Fraser.
UNIVERSITY PRESS А ssistant.—Iris Mary Bothroyd.
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. ЕNER.. INSTR UCTIDN TO STUDENТЅ PROCEEDING T13E MILDURA BRANCH REGARDING C DMMUNI-
CATIDNS WITH THE UNIVERSITY
1nY communication which a student wishes to have with the U ІІVегѕіt in yn connection with his course, prior to travelling to
ra, should be addressed to The Registrar,
University of Melbourne, Carlton, N.3.
Aft er
the student has gone into residence at Mildura, all communi- cations snould be addressed to
The Sub-Registrar,
Mildura Branch University, Victoria.
s dents are requested to , tu q d make m ke it known that the Postal Authori- Wish the Postal Address to be known as "MILDURA ГÁNC UNIVERSITY, VICTORIA."
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THE UNIVERSIТŸ' OF MELBOURNE (MILDURA BRANCH)
In ranch the University Council decided to establish temporarily
a, of the University at Mildura in order to cope with featly increased numbers of students. The former R.A.A.F.
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tation at Mildura was taken over for University purposes. TheMildura Branch Y P P
In nch completed the first academic year in 1947.
Scie x948 the Branch will provide for first year courses in Dental nce, Engineering, Medicine and for certain first year Science Students. In Dental Science, Engineering and Medicine there will
e for the time being no first year teaching achin in Melbourne.
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Who dbook has been prepared foi the information of students will in X948 be taking courses at the Mildura Branch. The b will
publishes for each Course Faculty Handbooks which may fie, P,urchá p sed at the Melbourne University Press and fram leading g urne booksellers. This handbook is intended for use in con- 'unction with the appropriate Faculty Handbook.
Enrolment
ith his enrolment card the student should also lodge the follow- 1'V
documents
(a) For persons who have not previously matriculated, applica- tion to sign the matriculation roll. The Faculty Handbooks contain full details concerning the matriculation qualification, including a statement of the special provisions applicable to ex-service candidates, candidates whose qualifications _ were gained elsewhere than in Victoria, and other special cate- gories of students. Attention is also drawn to the mainten- ante of a photographic record of matriculants, of which particulars are issued with the application to sign the matricu- lation roll.
(b) Application for approval of course (for students taking other i
than the normal year's work). This is to be lodged, after interview with the Sиb--Deаn of the appropriate Faculty, at the commencement of a course only, unless changes are made subsequently.
(c) Bank slip for the correct fees. Students taking courses at Mildura should pay their first term's fees, and their Sports and Union Fees, into the University's account at a branch of the National Bank of Australasia Ltd., before they go into residence. Fees for the second and third terms may be paid, before the last day of the preceding term, into any branch of the Bank, including the branch at the Mildura Branch of the University. The fees payable are set out in the Faculty Handbooks.
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Each student in residence at the Branch will be required ti pay a Board Fee of г/г5/-- per week. This fee is payable terminally in advance. The Board Fee for the first tep should not be paid with other first term fees, but must be paid, within seven days after the student goes into residence, into the branch of the Bank at the Мildйга Branch of the Un1' versity. The Board Fee for the second and third terms must be paid in the same way at Mildura before the last day of the preceding term.
(d) Application for Commonwealth financial assistance (for students who wish to apply).
Attention is drawn to the fact that in addition to qualifying ta, matriculate, candidates entering certain University courses, includ- ing those in Dental Science, Engineering, Medicine and Science, are required to have passed in particular subjects at the Мatriculatioг. Examination. Details of these prerequisites, and a statement of special provisions applicable in this respect to ex-service candidates, are set out in the Faculty Handbooks.
General Library
This contains all prescribed textbooks, and these are not ta be removed from the Library. It also contains other reference books.
Books in the Melbourne Library of the University may be borrowed by members of the Branch if application is made to the Librarian at the Mildura Branch.
Timetable of Classes
This will be posted as soon as students have taken up residence at the Branch. Students should familiarise themselves with the positions of their respective lecture theatres and class rooms as soon as possible.
Practical Classes
Details of these will be posted soon after the arrival of students at the Branch.
Apparatus for Practical Chemistry
During the war years when it became impossible for students to buy their own apparatus, the Chemistry Department of the Uni- versity of Melbourne instituted a scheme whereby students hire their sets for the year from the Department. This scheme is in operation now at the Mildura Branch.
Before their first day of Practical Chemistry students should call at the Chemistry Department and obtain a special bank pay-in form, and using this they should then pay 4 to the National Bank. The stamped receipt slip from the pay-in form is then presented to the Chemistry Department Storeman when the students attend for their
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first Session o f Practical Chemistry and they are then supplied with
a Set Y PP
of apparatus.
0f the f aur pounds paid in, two pounds are used for the purchase
°f certain items which last only one year and for expenses involved in runnin the sche e. The other two pounds P b
Cheques p unds are refunded by
ques posted to students' homes at the end of the year, less the
Cost of any breakages and less a fine of ten shillings if the set has been left in a dirty state. Most students receive in the neighbour- hood of 1 16s. refund. Extra apparatus g çash x pp tus may be purchased fo r
during the year if the student desires.
Students working under the Commonwealth Reconstruction 'raining Scheme must pay in their and then obtain a special
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toe cate fram the Chemistry Department Storeman, which,
fr g then with the bank receipt slip, entitles them to a refund of £2
oг m the Universities Commission. At the end of the year they are course entitled to the other £г refund under the conditions men- tloned above for ordinary students.
Dissecting Instruments and Microscopes
Ali Biology students must provide themselves with a set of dis- s eCting instruments. These are not available at Mildura. Students ire advised to submit their instruments for inspection to Miss w°bison at the Zoology Department P in Melbourne during the last g week of February.
Privately owned microscopes, particularly second-hand ones, should also be submitted for inspection at the same time. A limited riц mbeГ of microscopes will be available for hire to students who have
°t their own. In addition, for Biology (Medical Course) students must provide themselves with twenty-five slides and a box of COverslips.
Mathematics
b Guidance will be available from the Mathematics Staff to mem- bers of staff desiring to pursue a pass course in Pure Mathematics S rt II or Part III and/or Applied Mathematics Part II or Part III.
P udents who have already passed in Pure or Apрlied Mathematics tart I and have obtained the approval of their Faculty to proceed o Pure or Applied Mathematics Part II while completiňg their first year, will obtain similar guidance. Any Medical or Dental students fishing to study Pure or Applied Mathematics Part I (Pass or
°flour) or Part II (Pass only) must obtain the approval of their
PLaculty Y
' and should notify the Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at the ldura Branch in writing during the week preceding the com- meflCement of lectures.
Engineering Students
Appendix "A" contains a list of drawing requisites for first year ngineerin students.
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Notes on Diagram of Organisation of Branch The Advisory Committee comprises the Warden, the Controller al Plant and Equipment, the Sub-Registrar, the Dean of Men, the Dean of Women, and two of the senior lecturers in charge of acаd emic departments. Its function is to advise the Warden regarding the expenditure of Sports and Union Funds and on such other matters as the Warden may require.
There is a Senior Lecturer in charge of each academic department who is responsible for the administration of that department and responsible to the head of the appropriate department in Melbourne for the teaching of the subject or subjects concerned.
The Controller of Plant and Equipment is responsible for the main- tenance of buildings ; water, electricity and sewerage services plant and equipment ; transport ; and the supply of all accom- modation and maintenance stores. Failure of services and damage should be reported to him or his deputy at the Administrative Block during office hours and after office hours in cases of urgency to the Duty Officer.
The Sub-Registrar deals with matters concerning enrolment ; the payment of fees Lecture, Board, Sports, Union and Departmental:
the payment of general accounts such as Dental, Sick Bay, Boot Repairs ; matters affecting the financial aspects of C.R.Т.S.
Financial Assistance ; transfers to different courses ; details of subjects for second year courses ; scholarships available ; entrance to Residential Colleges in Melbourne ; travel arrangements within the district and for vacations ; concession fares ; examinations any queries regarding the contents of Faculty Handbooks ; pay- ment for part-time employment ; printing and stationery ; any other matters normally dealt with by the Registrar in Melbourne- Any enquiries regarding the above matters should be made at the Sub-Registrar's office.
The Dean of Меп is responsible for the welfare, accommodation and discipline of men students ; for the general provision of ameni- ties for students ; for the running of the Union, subject to the direction of the Union Board, and for the organisation of sport, subject to the direction of the Sports Council ; for the accommoda- tion of single male staff ; for assistance to ex-servicemen on matters affecting C.R.T.S. other than its financial aspects ; for assistance to Clubs and Societies at the Branch. Men students are welcome to consult him at any time on any matter at all. He will see students at his home in the evenings, preferably by arrangement, if they are unable to see him during the day.
The Dean of Women is responsible for the welfare, accommodation, and discipline of the women students, and with the Dean of Men, for general student amenities. Women students are welcome to con- sult her on any matter at any time and ex-service women таy
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c°flsideT her as a liaison with the Guidance Officer in Melbourne.
She is also responsible for the accommodation of women staff.
The Catering Manager is responsible for the provision of meals in the dining halls and for the running of the Canteen and Buffet.
The Librarian is responsible for the proper functioning of the General Library. He will endeavour ta procure books on loan from the University Library in Melbourne or elsewhere if they are not available at the Branch.
The Union Board is subsidiary to the Advisory Committee and is responsible for the management of the Union. It comprises the warden, the Sub-Registrar, the Dean of Men, the Dean of Women, two representatives of the staff, and the elected members of the S.R.C.
The Sports Council is responsible for promoting and regulating spart at the Branch. It comprises the Controller of Plant and 'quipment, the Sub-Registrar,. the Dean of Men, the Dean of VLromen, one representative of the S.R.C., one representative of each 'Ports Club recognised as within the Branch Sports Union, two representatives of the Women's Sports Club and two representatives of the staff.
The Students' Representative Council (S.R.C.) comprises repre- sentatives elected by the students from each Faculty and the editor or Joint Editors of the students' paper as ex-officio but non- voting members. Faculty representatives are elected on the basis Of One representative per hundred students or part thereof. The fцnctian of the S.R.C. is to afford a recognised means of communica- tioп between the students and the University authorities and to Promote the interests of students generally.
Sick Bay
Resident Dental Officer ї See page 20.
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Quarters Union Building Student Living
Quarters Ablution Block Student Living
Quarters Post Office Newsagent Student Living
Quarters Ablution Block Hairdresser and
Laundry Depot Cafeteria
Dining Rooms Main Kitchen Ration Store and
Caterer's Office Meat House Buffet
University Library Examination Rooms Student Living
Quarters Ablution Block Student Living
Quarters Ablution Block Student Living
Quarters Ablution Block Student Living
Quarters Women's Quarters Women Students'
Living Quarters
128 Water Tower I зΡO Transformer Station '31 Dental Clinic and
Laboratory I 3 3 Sick Bay
13б Offices for Engineering Staff
137 and х з 8 Engineering Drawing Offices
139 and 140 Classrooms 141 Offices for
Mathematics Staff Store
Classroom and Botany Laboratory_
147 and 148 Stores 149 to 15 z Classrooms
152 Store
154 Administrative Offices 155 University Press 161 Physics Laboratories x 64а Machine Shop 1 64b Carpenters' Shop z 64c Store
1 64d Paint Shop 164e Electricians' Shop 1 67a Motor Cycle Garage
і б7b Gymnasium 167с Store і 83 Chemistry
Laboratories 1 96a Petrol Store х 96b Garages
1 96c Maintenance Garages 196d Maintenance Repair
Shop
202 Physics and Chemistry Lecture Theatres 250 Squash Pavilion 239 Boot Repair Shop a to x Private Houses
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Discipline
Attention is called to the following extract from the Temporary Statute enacted by the University Council in connection with the establishment of the Branch :
"The Council shall appoint a Warden af the Branch who shy have such powers and perform such duties as the Council shall determine and in particular may subject to any direction to the contrary in any specific case by the Vice-Chancellor, punish any breach of discipline by a fine not exceeding five pounds for any one offence or may exclude any student from the precincts of the Branch for one week or until the matter has been dealt with by the Professorial Board."
The Dean of Men is authorised to take disciplinary action and fine students up to a sum of one pound for disciplinary offences. I addition the Warden is empowered to delegate his authority to wig responsible lecturer or administrator for all minor purposes for which they may fine students up to a maximum of one pound.
Any lecturer may fine a student up to a maximum of one pound for any breach of discipline or for misconduct in his class.
Caution Money
Each student is required to deposit the sum of one pound with the cashier at the Sub-Registrar's office in the first fortnight of first term. Deductions for damages may be made from this amount.
Less any such deductions, it will be refunded by cheque not latex than fourteen days after the end of the academic year.
Duty officers
There is a Duty Officer on duty from 5.00 p.m. each day to 9.00.
a.m. the following day. Any enquiries, reports of damage, or failure of services, which cannot wait until the following day, should be reported to him. The telephone operator will be advised of his whereabouts so that anyone seeking the Duty Officer should either ring the switch or go to the living quarters of the member of staff concerned. There will also be an assistant Duty Officer, and a Women's Duty Officer on duty in the Women's Quarters.
Fire Precautions
Copies of the Branch Standing Orders regarding Fire Precautions will be posted in each flat and on the main notice boards. A Fire. Brigade has been established and will be manned by members of staff, probably supplemented by student volunteers.
Transport to the Branch
The Victorian Railways Commissioners will run a special train to take students to the Branch and all students will be expected ta travel by this train. Both the Dean of Women (Miss Blackwood)
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and the Dean of Men (Mr. Meredith) will travel by the special train.
The Railways will furnish second class sittin -ú accommodation
ehargin a x sitting -up accommodation,
delbo g single fare of = 2s. 2d. The train will probably leave urne about 7.0o p.m. on Friday, І2 March, and will be met by buses to he students to the Branch in time for breakfast
°n 23 March. Ìt will run via Castlemaine and Maryborough and if nеCessarу will pick up students at stations en route. The time- ulable for the special train will be notified to studentsoin to
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t udura. Students are advised that
ains they while i travelling on the spe g special ey are subject to control of the University officers who travel frith the train. Each student travelling in special trains is allowed 112 lbs. of luggage. An excess will be paid for at the normal rates. Any P
Vacations
Lectures will commence in 1948 on І5 March.
st Тегm 5 March-22 May.
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June--- І 4 August.3rd Тегт і3
September-23 October.Examination Terns-8
November.There will be two vacations each of a fortnight at the end of the first and second terms. The second fortnight of the interval between the second and third terms must be spent at the Branch.
Zn view of the difficult of arrangings special trains for so short a tеrІod, the Branch will not close during the Easter Vacation. Good t rida and Easter Saturda will be observed as holidays, but lee-
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t and laboratory work will be held on Easter Monday and
" steг Tuesday. To compensate for this, two extra days will be deд to the first term vacation.
Living Quarters
Living quarters are composed of units of eight to ten huts grouped round an ablution block. Each hut will house ten students. Each ablution block comprises, lavatories, hat and cold showers and iau1dry equipmui ment. ent. The women's ablution blocks contain baths
addition. Th into three-roomed
fat The living huts have been divided
s• Two of these rooms are single bedrooms, while the third is a study which is shared by the occupants of the two bedrooms. Each is furnished with a wardrobe, dressing-table fitted with shelves for clothes, bed, mattress, and a floor rug (5' x 27"). A pillow and up to five blankets will be provided for each student.
t tudies are furnished with table, chairs and floor mats. One radia- for is provided per flat. During term students will be responsible
г the care and cleanliness of the rooms they occupy. Beds must óe made and rooms tidied before 9.00 a.m. daily. Students who ash to pp air together must g ww ritto e to the Warden of the Branch before
arch 1948, and then their application will be considered.
l Living quarters will be inspected periodically by the Warden and he Deans. Occupants of flats are responsible for the furniture ąіd fittings and will be required to pay for any damage. Curtains
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are not supplied, but at the end of the year the Branch may purchase furnishings and furniture belonging to students for re-sale to stu- dents in the succeeding year.
Sick Bay
There is a sick bay with two resident nursing sisters in attendance' There is a section of four beds for women and one of ten for men.
Although there is no resident medical officer, the University has appointed two local medical practitioners as part-time medical officers to the Branch. Students are required to pay a fee of one pound per term in return for which they will be entitled to free medical attention from the Branch medical officers and free treat- ment and hospitalisation in the Sick Bay.
Dental Facilities
In addition to the staff for teaching dental prosthetics, there is a Branch dental officer whose duty it is to attend to the dental needs of staff and students at the Branch. Those . receiving dental atten- tion will be charged by the University at the same rates as charged in the City of Mildura, less a Branch discount.
All undergraduates are to be given, without charge, a thorough dental examination including X-radiographs as soon as possible after the beginning of the academic year. A second examination will be made just prior to the students' leaving the Branch at the end of the year.
Dress
(a) All clothing should be clearly marked with the owner's name' (b) It is recommended that clothing for men should _ generally be of drab colours such as grey, khaki, brown, for at times 101- dura is dusty.
In hot weather men may wear open necked shirts and shorts.
(c) For dinner at night collars, ties, coats and long trousers must be worn by men and frocks by women. The wearing of coats and ties by men may at the Warden's discretion be relaxed in hot weather.
Although Mildura is noted for sunshine the winter temperatures can be low and frosty nights are frequent in the second term.
Laundry Facilities
Each ablution block contains two coppers and troughs to enable students to do their own washing if they wish. A Mildura laundry has a receiving depot at the Branch.
An electric iron will be provided for each hut provided a deposit to the full value is paid.
Linen
It will be necessary for each student to provide his own sheets, pillow cases and towels clearly marked with his own name.
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Both men and women are advised to bring at least one hat as the glare and heat of the sun can be considerable. Students would also be well advised to provide themselves with sun glasses.
Meals
Students and unmarried members of staff have their meals in the four main dining rooms. Three meals are served per day. To ensure efficient service punctuality at all meals is essential. The dining rooms are furnished with small tables, each seating seven People. In each dining room there is a servery and pantry from Which students in turn collect dishes for each table. Times of meals are 8.оо a.m., i.00 p.m., and б.зо p.m. Table linen and table nap- Kins are provided, but students should bring their own table napkin rings. Qn o account may glassware, china or cutlery be removed from the dining rooms.
Dinner on every night except Saturday and Sunday is formal.
This entails the wearing of suitable dress (see Dress) and the Observance of a moderately formal procedure. The object of this is to provide an opportunity for the practice of the normal social conventions as a balance to the general informality which is other- Wise a keynote of the Branch. Formal procedure is not observed On Saturdays and Sundays, but students are required to be punctual and to be suitably dressed as on other nights.
Food Ration Coupons
Students must bring ration cards containing sufficient coupons for the remainder of the year. These will be surrendered on arrival and forwarded by the Branch to the Rationing Commission, which Will issue coupons for bulk buying. The Branch will issue students sufficient coupons for vacation pei iods.
Buffet and Canteen
The Buffet sells hot drinks and refreshments. The Canteen sells soft drinks, milk, ice-cream, fruit, confectionery and some groceries.
J.imes of opening will be notified to students on arrival.
Bus Service to Mildura
There is a bus service between the Branch and Mildura. The single bus fare is 8d.
Bank
There is a branch of the National Bank at the Branch, which is
?Pen on week ;days in term. This bank also acts as an agency for he State Savings Bank. The officer-in-charge is Mr. W. Hickey.
Post office
The Postmaster General's Department has set up at the Branch a Anst Office where there are normal postal facilities and a branch of the Commonwealth Savings Bank. The postal authorities have
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installed a multi-coin public telephone outside the Post Office fir the use of staff and students. The officer-in--charge is Mr. Fi Foster.
University Bookroom
The Melbourne University Press has established a bookroom at the Branch. This opens for three hours per day, and text books, notebooks, and other requirements of students are sold there.
Barber and Boot Repairer
There are a barber and a boot repairer at the Branch. The barber sells tobacco and receives a quota for students not already entitled to an ex-service ration.
Daily Papers
A local newsagent sells daily papers at the Branch. Copies are also provided in the Union. The Melbourne morning papers are available at II.00 a.m. daily.
Payment of Miscellaneous Accounts
The barber operates as a business and receives cash payment f or services. The same holds for the newsagent. The boot repairer is an employee of the University and issues to students accounts which should be paid at the Sub-Registrar's office. Dentist's accounts, which are issued in a similar manner, should also be paid at the Sub-Registrar's office. All accounts must be paid promptly.
Motor Vehicles
As garage space is limited the Branch cannot guarantee to furnish garages for all motor vehicles brought to the Branch. If motar cars or motor-cycles are brought they must be garaged or parked in locations designated by the Warden. Owners of motor vehicles must notify the Dean of Men in writing of the make, model and registration number of each vehicle in the first week after arrival at the Branch. Particulars of vehicles acquired during the . year must be similarly notified. The Warden would prefer that no motor vehicles and especially no motor-cycles were brought in. In 1941 there were more than ten accidents with motor-cycles, several of which necessitated hospital treatment and consequent interference with study.
Alcohol
Under no circumstances may students bring alcoholic liquor into the Branch or have it in their possession there.
Radios and Gramophones
The Union at the Branch contains two radiograms. If students bring private radios and gramophones to the Branch they will be permitted to use them only at times and under conditions specified by the Warden.
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Pets
Students are not permitted to keep animal pets at the Branch.
Visitors
Students are permitted to entertain at their own expense (2/— per meal) one guest to meals, provided they give notice of their intention to do so. During the week-end the limit of one guest will be waived, but adequate notice must beiven to the Catering Manager, Mana g and it is f Ped that students will invite te their parents or members m bers of their families, if they come to Mildura, to visit the Branch. Visitors will be welcome to the grounds of the Branch and to the Union. All guests of students the
leave the Branch by ii.00 p.m, except when
°thегwise authorised by the Warden for special functions.
Visiting Lecturers
Distinguished speakers are invited to give addresses each Friday night
• These are drawn mainly from members of the University staff, but will include, if possible, members of other Universities, and outside authorities on subjects of general interest. The sub- lects taken will not be directly connected with any of the courses at the Branch.
Part-time Employment
part-time employment will be available for a limited number of students as library attendants and telephone switch operators.
,tudents who wish to be considered should write to the Dean of
&en • Any student who is aqualified cinema operator should notify Dean of Men forthwith q
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sta hw h a s there my be a vacancy or'l the Cinema Church Services
There is no chaplain at the Branch but facilities will be provided f°r the holding of Church services. A service for the Protestant denomination š is held each unda morning. Mass for Roman e S y mo n ng. Mss atholics is said one day in the month and evening devotions are h
eld daily. On certain evenings brief services are held under the auSPiсes of the World Council of Churches. On Sunday buses are 'vailаble to convey those who wish to attend early services in
&lldura and late breakfast is provided for them on their return.
t aсllities will be provided at the for visiting clergy who wish
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view students.
Union
The Union is a club, the facilities of which are available to all students of the Branch. Its success depends largely on the enthusi- asm and interest with which members participate in the various activities connected with it and on the care which they exercise ivith regard to Union property. The following are some of the
acúities which the Union provides :
The Browsing Library. This is non-technical in character, com- 'ising fiction, drama, travel, biography, etc., as well as a range of
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periodicals. Gramophone records are available there for playing in the Music Rooms.
A Lending Library is also run in conjunction with the Brówsxng Library —a charge of 3d. per book being made plus a zoF– deposit to cover damage or loss.
The Theatre. The Theatre, which seats 450 people, is provided with complete cinema projection equipment. There is a weekly film programme. The stage is fairly adequate for dramatic per- formances.
Music Rooms. There are three Music Rooms, two of which are furnished with electric gramophones and the third with a piano•
Bookings for these are made in the Browsing Library. Permission to operate gramophones is given only to those whose names appear in the official list of gramophone technicians. Any student mаY qualify for inclusion in this list.
Billiard Roor. Four tables are available for use at a charge of бd. per table for half an hour, and may be booked with the steward on duty.
S uash Courts. There are two squash courts which may be booked for
Squash
through the steward on duty. Racquets may be hired.
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W omen's Lоuпge. Situated adjacent to the Women's Quarters is the Women's Lounge. One end is curtained off as a workroof and in it is a power sewing machine and an ironing board. A tall cupboard in which to hang long evening frocks is also provided.
There are two lounges for general use, one of which may be booked for Club Meetings.
Table tennis equipment is also provided.
Clubs and Societies
It is hoped that students will support clubs and societies in whïeh they are interested. The following is a list of clubs which have already been formed at the Branch :
Australian Student Christian Movement Camera Club
Dental Students' Society Dramatic Club
Engineering Students' Society
Ex--Service Men and Women's Association Evangelical Union
Fidelity Club Freethought Society Labour Club
Medical Students' Society
Musical Society (which includes Choral, Orchestral' Rhythm and Recorded Music Groups)
Newman Society of Victoria
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Notes on Clubs and Societies
Australian Student Christian Мovemeni (S. C .Ate.) The Student Christian Movement includes members of all churches and those Who have yet no church connections who are willing ta help each Other in Christian discipleship. It invites into its fellowship and activities all students who are eager to find the truth by which to 1 Уе.
Its aim is to confront students with Christ and His Gospel, to lead them to commit themselves to Christ and His way of life, and to unite them in the fellowship of His Church and in the service of the tingdom of God.
Weekly study circles and devotional meetings are held within the ]ranch. Annual conferences and week-end conferences are held in the different States and at Pt. Lonsdale respectively.
An active interest is taken in the work and in the services at local Churches in Mildura and at the Branch service.
On the social side, folk dances, social evenings, hikes and camp fire picnics are held, generally in conjunction with members of local Churches . This offers students fellowship with their own church members.
Camera Club. A dark room and certain equipment is available to members.
Dental Students' Society. Exists for the mutual benefit of all dental students. Arranges social and sporting activities.
Dramatic Club. The Dramatic Club presented "Rope" at the 1947 Drama Festival in Melbourne. It has also presented play readings and sketches in concerts both at the Branch and in Mildura.
It is hoped to expand its activities considerably in X948.
The Engineering Students' Society. Arranges talks, debates, films and excursions of particular interest to Engineers although all students are welcome. Carries on the Melbourne Engineering tradition of end-of-term dances.
Ex-Service Men and Women's Association. This is open to all mеn and women who have served in either of the three services or the Merchant Navy. It is concerned with the welfare of ex-service Personnel and arranges certain social activities during the year.
Evangelical Union. Is linked with similar organisation all over the world. It exists to proclaim truths as found in the whole Scriptures and to encourage among members such study as will enable them to uphold the truths of the Bible as the Word of God.
Membership is by profession of faith. Activities include daily Prayer meetings, weekly Bible study, and picnics, river trips, social evenings, etc.
Fidelity Club. This_ club is open to members of staff and students Who are Freemasons.
Freethought Society. This society exists to promote complete freedom of thought, expression and association. It encourages sciéntific examination of all beliefs and social institutions. Activi- ties include lectures, discussions and films. In 1947 a number of outside speakers were introduced.
Lаbоur Club. This was established in 1947 as a branch of the Melbourne University Labour Club. Main aims include the study of socialist theory and practice ; the application of socialist principles to University affairs and student problems particularly ; furthering the understanding of socialism by education classes, study groups, talks and meetings. The Labour Club takes a keen interest іn student welfare and arranges social and recreational activities, such as hikes, picnics and dances.
Medical Students' Society. Organises lectures, films and discus- sions of interest to medical students, as well as certain social and sporting activities.
Musical Society. The object of the society is to foster all kinds of musical . interest in the Branch. For this purpose it has been con- stituted into four distinct groups.
The Chotal Group forms the choir. A very good range of choral music is available in the Union library.
The Orchestral Group allows those who play any kind of instru- ment an opportunity to cultivate and express their talents. While its activities are not likely to be extensive in a University com- munity of this size, at least this aspect of musićal life is not neglected.
The Rhythm Group exists for those whose interests lie in modern jazz. The activities of this group have so far been confined to listening to records and discussions, formal and otherwise.
The Listeners' Group has held a series of Sunday night recorded recitals in the Cinema. The Union also has facilities for private sessions with a wide range of recordings.
Newman Society of Victoria. A branch of the N.S.У. has been established at Mildura. A constituent part of the University Catholic Federation of Australia, the N.S.У. embraces in its mem- bership all Catholic graduates and undergraduates. It sponsors Masses for students at the beginning of each term, Annual General Communion at the Mildura Parish Church, evening lectures, dis- cussion groups, debates, hikes, picnics, dances and an annual summer school in March.
Students' Paper
A students' paper "Primo Anno" was founded in 1947 and it is hoped will continue in 1948. It is available free.
Sports Union
All students who pay the annual Sports Fee are members of the Sports Union and eligible ta join any of the Sports Clubs which-
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are recognised as belonging to the Sports Union. Any student membеr of the Mildura Branch Sports Union is eligible for selection to Tepresent Melbourne University in inter-varsity competitions.
Sporting Facilities
There are three ovals, eight tennis courts, two squash courts, two Outdoor basket ball courts (one for men, one for women) and a gymnasium. A boat shed has been built on Lake Hawthorne, Which is approximately three miles from the Branch. The Branch 1.? date possesses one racing eight, one practise eight, and one prac-
use four. Great difficulty has been experienced in obtaining boats but it is hoped that a tub four will be available for use in ßg48.
The following Sports Clubs have already been established at the 5ranch :
Athletic Club Baseball Club Boat Club Cricket Club Football Club Golf Club Hockey Club Rugby Club Soccer Club
Swimming and Water Polo Club Tennis Club
Women's Sports Club (which provided for Athletics, Base- ball, Basketball, Hockey and Tennis)
Notes on Particular Clubs
Football. The Branch team won the Premiership of the Sun ,raуsia Football League for X947. It is hoped this will be repeated rn 1948. Prospective players should secure clearances from their clubs before coming to Mildura and also if possible purchase guern- seys in the University colours in Melbourne. A limited number of guernseys will be available for sale at the Branch.
Cricket. No competitive cricket will be played except inter- ,taculty in first term, but probably University elevens will compete.
rii a limited number of rounds in the Mildura Cricket District Association competition in third term.
Athletics. An Athletic Sports Meeting will be held towards the end of first term.
Calf . There are two local courses, one of which charges very low lees for students. If the numbers warrant it special buses are provided to the course on Wednesday afternoons.
Tennis . The two Branch tennis teams were Premiers in local
Сempetitions in 1947 and it is hoped to enter teams again in ßg48.
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General. Students are advised to bring the appropriate clothes and equipment for the spart in which they are interested so that they may take advantage of the facilities provided from the begin- ning of the year.
Swimming Pool
On the far side of the aerodrome which adjoins the Branch there is a large dam used by the Department of Civil. Aviation and the Branch for watering. The D.C.А. authorities have made this dam available to the Branch for swimming, and will permit students to cross the airstrip to the pool on foot or bicycle, provided students wishing to cross first check with the D.C.A. officer on duty. Under no circumstances may motor vehicles be driven across the strip These conditions must be rigidly observed, otherwise this con- cession will be withdrawn.
General
Au students are expected to use common sense as regards their general behaviour, being particularly careful not to cause incon- venience to others or to damage property which has been secured with considerable difficulty for their benefit. The success of the Branch bath as an academic institution and as a community depends on mutual co-operation among all its members. The people of Mildura are doing all they can for the Branch, and it behoves students to use good sense and moderation in their be- h aviour in Mildura.
Commonwealth Reconstruction Training Scheme The University has as a member of its staff as Guidance Officer for ex-service personnel (Mr. W. E. Cremor) . He is available to assist ex-service students, particularly in advising on courses, rights under the Commonwealth Reconstruction Training Scheme, pro- vision of extra tutorial assistance, and generally to help students during their period at the University. The Guidance Officer ,vill not have a permanent representative at the Mildura Branch although either he or his deputy will visit the Branch at regular intervals during the year. Students should endeavour to arrange any mat- ters of concern with the Guidance Officer in Melbourne prior ta their arrival at the Mildura Branch. However, many matters will crop up during the year affecting ex-service students and men students wishing to obtain advice on matters pertaining to the Commonwealth Reconstruction Training Scheme during terms should see the Dead of Men, who will, where necessary, arrange for the student concerned to interview the Guidance Officer on his next visit to the Branch.
Women students should consult the Dean of Women. In urgent matters, the Dean will, if necessary, consult the Guidance Officer T Melbourne by telephone or letter.
The Universities Commission, which is the body charged by the Commonwealth Government with responsibility for administering
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the Reconstruction Training Scheme as it applies to University students, does not, for the present, intend to establish a branch at the Milдuтa Branch of the University. Matters in connection with the payment of living allowance or administration on which a trainee normally deals direct with the Commission should be referred to the Sub-Registrar's office for contact with the Head Office of the Universities Commission. It is proposed during the early portion of the academic year to send to Mildura an officer of the Commission to answer enquiries on matters for which the Com- mission is responsible. Trainees when advised by the University that they are required to proceed to the Mildura Branch, should advise the Commission of the fact, and should take the following action before proceeding to Mildura:
I. Advise the Commission of any change of address to which cheques for payment of living allowance should be forwarded.
2. If an offer of training benefits has not been received, attend at the Commission's office to obtain the necessary documents.
3. If an offer of training benefits has been received, return to the Commission's office the acceptance before proceeding to Mil- dura.
4. Attend to all matters in connection with the books and instru- ment allowance.
5. Make arrangements to obtain the necessary voucher for travel.
If trainees proceed to Mildura without obtaining warrant for travel, claims for the amount of fare involved should be for- warded to the Commission's office in Melbourne on Common- wealth Treasury Form No. z2.
University Appointments Board
The Appointments Board, as well as assisting graduates who are seeking employment, is also responsible for arranging vacation work, during the University long vacation, for men and women desiring to gain practical experience in the work of their courses, or wishing to earn money to help pay their way. Students seeking vacation employment in Melbourne or in areas other than Mildura should Write to the Secretary of the University Appointments Board in lеlbourne. Students seeking work in the Mildura area should Consult the Dean of Men.
Residential Colleges
Students who contemplate entering in 1949 any of the Residential Colleges affiliated with the University are advised to write to the respective Heads of the College concerned early in the Academic Year X948.
The Colleges and their Heads are as follows : Trinity College : Warden R. W. T. Cowan, Esq.
(Including Janet Clark Hall for women students : Principal
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Miss Enid Joske.)29
Ormond College : Master E. L. Prescott, Esq.
Queen's College : Мaster Dr. R. C. Johnson.
Newman College : Rectos Very Rev. J. M. Murphy.
(Including Et. Mary's Hall for women students : Principal
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Mother Francis Frewin, I.B.V.M.)University Women's College : Princiрal Miss M. Roper.
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APPENDIX "A"
Drawing Requisites.
First year Engineering students are required to possess the fol- 1iring drawing requisites. They are advised to procure them
before coming to Mildura as they may be difficult to obtain there.
I. Set of drawing instruments.
Engineers should obtain a good set (value about X31 г o ff -) as they will be constantly required throаghout the course and probably after graduation.
Must contain-
Compasses—with pen and pencil attachment, and exten- sion arm.
Pen and pencil spring bows and dividers.
Ruling pen.
2. One Slide Rule with ABCD, Sin, Tan, log-Scales.
3. Set Squares Celluloid.
45° not smaller than 7".
60° not smaller than 9" (preferably larger) . 4. Protractor (Celluloid) not less than 5".
An adjustable set square may be substituted for the pro- tractor and 45° set square. A io" size is about the best.
5. French Curve.
6. Scales Boxwood.
I Armstrong or Engineer's scale ( ", і 1 ", 1" " I", "
and 1" to the foot).
I Surveyor's 2o--40 scale.
I Ruler 12" long showing 32nds of an inch.
7. Pencils.
4H and 2H. Best quality. I set of coloured pencils (6 shades).
8. Indian Ink.
I Bottle Black.
I Bottle Coloured (carmine, blue or brown).
9. Pen and nibs (зoз Gillott) . о. Erasers.
I soft (pencil) . I Artgum.
I ink eraser (hard) . II. Drawing pins.
2. Eraser shield.
13. Duster Rag for keeping drawing clean and cleaning instru- ments.
14. Razor blades or pocket knife.
15. Fine emery paper for sharpening pencils.
16. "Ames" Lettering Guide (optional but useful) .
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