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The Residential Colleges of the University 1997 The establishment of residential colleges was envisaged from the foundation of the University and their affiliation was expressly provided for in the original Act of Incorporation. The Government set aside sites for the purpose within the area generally reserved for the University. The first of the colleges, Trinity (an Anglican foundation of 1870), was opened in 1872. The first Warden of Trinity, Alexander Leeper, quickly built up a comprehensive system of college teaching. This was adopted by other colleges on their foundation, and remains a distinguishing feature of the Melbourne collegiate system. So too, do the large enrolment of non-resident students and the provision of significant college libraries, now supplemented by computer installations. The college tutorial system (in which International House and Medley Hall also participate) is in general supplementary to teaching offered by the University's faculties, and is organized in part on an intercollegiate basis. Formal links with the University on academic matters are maintained through a Joint Committee of the Academic Board and the Heads of Colleges, and under a Statute of the University (S5.1.2), "any teacher in an affiliated institution" may be appointed to membership of a faculty. Heads of colleges sit in rotation as co-opted members of the University Council, and play a considerable part in the committee work of the University. The other three colleges for which sites had been originally reserved were established as follows: Ormond (Presbyterian foundation, 1870), opened 1881; Queen's (Methodist foundation, 1887), opened 1888; Newman (Roman Catholic foundation, 1916), opened 1918. A residential hostel for women students was opened by Trinity College in 1886, the first institution of its kind within Australia. Janet Clarke Hall, as it was in due course named, became an independent college in 1961. University College (private non-denominational foundation, 1936) was opened in 1937 on a site made available by the State Government. From 1937 to 1975 it was known as University Women's College. St Mary's College, originally a house of residence in Parkville for Catholic women students, obtained full college status in 1965 and moved to a new site made available by Newman College. St Hilda's College (Methodist-Presbyterian foundation, 1963) opened in 1964 on a site made available by Queen's College. Whitley College (Baptist foundation) was opened in 1965. Ridley College, founded in 1910 as a place for the training of Anglican ordinands, and as a hostel for University men, became an affiliated college in 1966. The Graduate Union of the University in 1962 established Graduate House as a postgraduate hall of residence. In 1972 the whole Graduate Union became an affiliated college of the University. All Colleges of the University are now open to both men and women students. General enquiries about the Colleges may be directed to the Intercollegiate Office, do University College, College Crescent, Parkville 3052. Telephone: (03) 9347 9320. Administrative Assistant Ms Christine Rollinson. See also the publication Residential Colleges and Halls of the University of Melbourne, Intercollegiate Office. available upon request from the 30/6/97 The Graduate Union (including Graduate House) The Graduate Union of the University of Melbourne Incorporated is an Association for graduates who wish to retain close links with the University of Melbourne. It offers club, dining, residential, social and educational facilities and opportunities for its members in return for a very low annual subscription, and is affiliated to the University as a uniquely postgraduate college. OBJECTS The principal objects of The Graduate Union as set out in its Statement of Purposes are: (a) to promote the welfare of the University of Melbourne (b) to encourage and assist higher education, especially postgraduate studies and research (c) to foster academic, educational and cultural relations between graduates (d) to provide a corporate association to carry out these objects. RELATIONSHIP TO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The Graduate Union is separate from the Alumni Association of the University of Melbourne. Although the two complement each other and work co-operatively, there are important differences. Whereas the Alumni Association is part of and administered by the University, The Graduate Union is an autonomous organization. Graduates are encouraged to join both organizations; a reduced joint subscription is offered. (See "University of Melbourne Alumni Association" in "Announcements" section of this Calendar.) MEMBERSHIP Graduates and diploma holders of the University of Melbourne, or of other recognised tertiary institutions, are eligible for ordinary membership. NEW MEMBERSHIP New graduates in their year of first graduation may join the Association at a prescribed reduced rate or on a complimentary basis. Concession rates apply to country, interstate and overseas subscriptions. Subscription renewal notices are sent annually, with reminders as necessary. The current subscription categories and rates are listed on a separate sheet available from the Graduate Union office. LIFE MEMBERSHIP The Life Membership subscription may be paid at any time either in one lump sum or in three successive annual instalments of the sum fixed at that time. HISTORY The Graduate Union originated as the Melbourne University Association which was established in 1911. It was affiliated with the University Union between 1938 and 1952 as the Graduates' Section of the Union. Since 1953 it has functioned as The Graduate Union. It was affiliated as a college of the University of Melbourne in 1971. The Graduate Union became an Association under the Associations Incorporation Act in 1991. 30/6/97 1 GRADUATE UNION THE GRADUATE COUNCIL This consists of a Presidefit, a Vice-President with twelve members elected by the membership for three-year terms, two nominees of the Vice-Chancellor and up to two co-opted members. A Chairman is appointed annually from among the elected members. The Council controls The Graduate Union through a number of committees or boards. A list of current Council members is available from the office at any time. THE STAFF The Graduate Union employs a Warden of Graduate House, and is assisted by such other secretarial, administrative, domestic, catering or other staff as are deemed necessary from time to time. Warden and Secretary Frances O'Brien GRADUATE HOUSE Graduate House was opened in 1962 as a small hall of residence for postgraduate workers, whether Australian or from overseas, predominantly for those engaged in higher degree studies or research. Graduate House is controlled by a board acting for the Graduate Council. Graduate House is the residential facility and administrative base of The Graduate Union. Graduate House has been developed in successive stages and now houses approximately 50 postgraduate residential members on a "dinner, bed and breakfast" basis. It also provides a corporate centre for the entire Graduate Union membership by way of dining-room, common-rooms, library and other facilities for public and private entertainment. Provision is also made for a small number of short-term visiting academics, scholars and graduates. Residents come from many countries and other states and the atmosphere is one of cultural as well as academic sharing. Eligibility for Admission The House Board has wide powers to admit any class of graduate as a resident. Details are available from Graduate House. Applications for residence should be made on the appropriate form obtainable from and re-directed to the Warden at Graduate House, 224 Leicester Street, Carlton, Victoria 3053. The telephone numbers are 9347 3428 and 9344 6903. PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND THE BUILDING FUND The Graduate Union owns other properties adjoining Graduate House. Re-development and expansion of facilities will occur as funds become available. Tax deductible donations for the Building Fund are invited. DINING RIGHTS All non-residential members have dining rights within the public areas of Graduate House. There is a luncheon (12.30-2.00 p.m.) and a 3-course dinner (6.00-7.30 p.m. - later times by arrangement) and the meals are highly regarded. The dining-room is open Monday to Friday throughout the year, except over the Christmas-Australia Day holiday period. Members are encouraged to bring guests. There is a liquor permit for diners to bring their own wines, and small functions and parties for members and guests can be catered for by prior arrangement, including weekends. 2 30/6/97 GRADUATE UNION SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVI ' T ' IES Various social events, designed to encourage members and guests to use the facilities and dine in the house, are arranged. Monthly luncheons are held in the Graduate House dining-room each month from March to December, with a variety of interesting speakers. Occasional dining-in nights are arranged to enable members to hear an interesting guest speaker and other events are arranged according to interest or demand, and there are always opportunities to extend the activities in response to new challenges. PUBLICATIONS A Newsletter, The Melbourne Graduate, is published by The Graduate Union quarterly or as frequently as the occasion requires, and posted to members. The Gazette, principal periodical organ of the University, is sent regularly to members without further charge by arrangement with the University Alumni Association. TRAVEL AND OVERSEAS A} fILIATIONS There are reciprocal agreements in a number of international and interstate locations. Enquiries can be directed to the Administrative Assistant at Graduate House, who can arrange cards or letters of introduction. ENQUIRIES All enquiries should be addressed to the Warden of The Graduate Union, at the University address, Parkville, 3052. Local enquiries can be made by telephoning 9347 3428 or University extension 6903. Graduate House is located at 224 Leicester Street, Carlton 3053, in close proximity to the main campus. 30/6/97 3 Janet Clarke Hall HISTORY Janet Clarke Hall provides residence, supplementary education and corporate life for members of the University.