The Uni Guide 2023

the uni guide

Togatus is published by the TUSA State Council on behalf of the Tasmanian University Student Association (henceforth known as “the publishers”). It is understood that all submissions to Togatus are the intellectual property of the contributor. However, the publishers reserve the right to reproduce material on the Togatus website at togatus.com.au.

Togatus Team 2023: Editor | Eva Hale Creative Director | Togatus welcomes all your contributions. Please email your work and ideas to contribute@togatus.online The opinions expressed herein are not those of the editors, the publishers, the University of Tasmania, or the Tasmanian University Student Association. Reasonable care is taken to ensure that Togatus articles and other information are up-to-date and as accurate as possible at the time of publication, but no responsibility can be taken by Togatus for any errors or omissions.

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Today we are meeting across lutruwita (Tasmania) Aboriginal land, sea and waterways. We acknowledge, with deep respect, the traditional owners of this land, the palawa people.

The palawa people belong to the oldest continuing culture in the world. They cared for and protected Country for thousands of years. They knew this land, they lived on the land and they died on these lands. We honour them.

We pay respect to elders past and present and to the many Aboriginal people that did not make elder status and to the Tasmanian Aboriginal community that continue to care for Country.

We recognise a history of truth which acknowledges the impacts of invasion and colonisation upon Aboriginal people resulting in their forcible removal from their lands. Sovereignty was never ceded.

Our Island is deeply unique, with spectacular landscapes with our cities and towns surrounded by bushland, wilderness, mountain ranges and beaches.

We stand for a future that profoundly respects and acknowledges Aboriginal perspectives, culture, language and history. And a continued effort to fight for Aboriginal justice and rights paving the way for a strong future.

Land back. Pay the rent.

tusa president’s welcome a togatus manifesto your tusa unit enrolment & timetables o-week checklist post-grad corner where to turn when you don’t have a clue life saving sites mental health tips eva’s unsolicited and subjective guide helpful resources queer & here sexy n safe sexual assault support services and resources utas support and services tusa student community & support services directory tusa student advocacy getting from a to b

tusa president’s welcome

Liam McLaren | TUSA President

Welcome to UTAS 2023!

By this stage, you are well on your way to experiencing university life at UTAS, and all that it has to offer. In the rest of this booklet, you’ll find all the must-know information to have a relatively stress free and fun 2023!

New to Tassie? Here are my Top 3 Tips for Surviving in Tasmania:

1. Summer is a privilege and not a right in Tassie – it will probably snow in December...

2. Don’t drink Boags in Hobart and don’t drink Cascade in Launceston

3. As much as we like to think it is not, Tassie is small! It will feel like everyone knows everyone, and after a few years here, you will too! Jokes aside, starting uni can be intimidating. There’s new places, new people, and weird acronyms that seem impossible to figure out. Well, let me introduce you to your first (and the best) acronym – TUSA.

The Tasmanian University Student Association (TUSA) is your go-to for all things to do with advocacy, representation, and connection! We have a brilliant team of elected student representatives and staff members, whose job is to make sure you have the best University experience possible.

So, as we start to slowly come back on campus, how are you going to thrive in 2022?

Liam’s Top 3 Tips for Thriving at University:

1. Join a Club or Society!

Clubs and Societies really are the heart and soul of university life! With 140 Clubs & Societies to choose from, ranging from academic, to cultural, social, and adventure, there’s something for everyone!

Furthermore, they held over 1000 events in 2022 - online and on-campus. Events range from Engi Laneway and MSS Night Market in the South, DArchside’s Exhibitions in the North, weekly boardgame nights at Cradle and the annual SPURS Ball at Rozelle, check the QPay app for upcoming events throughout the year.

2. Make the most of TUSA Services!

TUSA has several ways to support you whilst you’re at uni. It’s the role of Student Representatives to hold UTAS accountable, and to fight for the best student experience! If you or your friends feel you’re being treated unfairly, please report it to TUSA. We’ll take your concerns to lecturers, coordinators, and even the Vice-Chancellor.

We also have our Advocates and Community Legal Service - dedicated staff members to help you navigate whatever life throws your way. They can help you with anything from being accused of plagiarism, right through to helping you get groceries when you cannot afford it.

3. Take time to have fun!

Although it may not sometimes feel like it, we’re constantly reminded society that the university years are some of the best of our lives. Remember that there’s more to life than the study grind we can sometimes get caught up in. Tasmania is one of the most beautiful places on the planet, go and explore it. Check out TUSA’s Unique Tassie Experience programme and go on a tour or two. Take time for yourself to relax, spend time with friends, and do the things you enjoy – your mental health matters!

If you ever need anything or want someone to talk to, please flick me an email or a message on Instagram or Facebook. I cannot wait to see you around our beautiful island campus!

a togatus manifesto

Woah, there! Greetings, traveller.

Eva Hale | Editor-in-Chief

Are you looking for an outlet for your rage at the ravages of a capitalist and patriarchal existence? Are you looking to build your portfolio, have your voice heard, all while making a little sweet sweet money on the side?

Togatus has got you, baby.

Togatus has been around since the old old days of 1931. Since then, Togatus has won over the hearts and minds of our readership as the independent student media of UTAS. We’ve always delighted in being boldly political and creative, from our firm opposition to Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War in the 60s, to our passionate advocacy against the reintroduction of tertiary student fees in the 1980s. In getting involved in Tog, you’d help continue a proud tradition of radical student media spanning over 90 years! Togatus is also a fantastic way to gain experience in media, being a

career launching point for the loads of artists, writers and general creators who have contributed to our little mag over the decades. If you’re a young journalist, writer or poet looking to hone your craft and get valuable exposure for your work (and earn a $50 honoraria doing so), Togatus is the place to be. Likewise, if you’re a graphic designer, artist or photographer, we’d love you to send us anything you’ve been working on.

Want to see what we’re about? Keep an eye out for hosted events and our first print edition dropping early Semester 2 at our stands across campus. Get a sneak-peak of the work of our wonderful contributors (possibly you??) at togatus.com.au. Follow us on Instagram at @togatus_ and our page on Facebook to keep up to date with the latest ongoings on our end. Want to get involved? We’ll be advertising for paid key contributor positions at the magazine in the first few weeks of semester. If you hang around long enough, you might even get to experience various baked goods filled with nervous energy from Eva at some point. Don’t be afraid to pay us a visit at our office in the TUSA building, or drop me a line.

Liam McLaren (he/him) | President president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Liam oversees the representation of all UTAS students, and drives TUSA’s strategic direction. He leads the State Council and works closely with TUSA staff to represent you right across the University. Liam’s primary role is to fight for the rights of all UTAS students.

Trenton Hoare (he/they) | Equity President equity.president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Within Trenton’s role, they advocate for all students but with a key focus on those who identify as LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, having a disability (physical and/or neurological), women, and international students. As a student representative, it is Trenton’s job to ensure those students who may get overlooked, don’t!

Zachary (Zac) Sabapathy (he/him) | Education President (Undergraduate) undergrad.president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Zac represents the academic needs and rights of all undergraduate students at UTAS. He is focused on advocating for those both on-campus and online at Academic Senate, University Learning & Teaching Committee, and many other high level university academic committees & decision-making bodies.

Nousheen Naz (she/her) | Education President (Postgraduate) postgrad.president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Nousheen represents the academic needs and rights of all UTAS postgraduate students. Her main focus is advocating for students both on-campus and online at Academic Senate, University Research Committee, and many other high level university academic committees & decision-making bodies.

Stella Maddock (she/her) | Southern Campus President southern.president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Stella represents students in Southern Tasmania, to ensure that every student has the best possible student at UTAS. She supports the TUSA Clubs & Societies, students in accommodation, and has a focus on creating a vibrant campus life.

Ryan Stanaway (he/him) | Northern Campus President northern.president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Ryan represents students in Northern Tasmania, to ensure that every student has the best possible student at UTAS. He supports the TUSA Clubs & Societies, students in accommodation, and has a focus on creating a vibrant campus life.

Alec Lamont (he/him) | Cradle Coast Campus President cradlecoast.president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Alec represents students studying in Tasmania’s Cradle Coast, to ensure that every student has the best possible student at UTAS. He supports the development of campus life, on-campus activities, and advocating for and giving a voice to all Cradle Coast students.

Lucy Castelletti (she/her) | Rozelle Campus President rozelle.president@tusa.utas.edu.au

Lucy represents students studying at our Rozelle Campus in Syndey, New South Wales. She works to ensure that every student has the best possible student at UTAS. Lucy supports the development of campus life, on-campus activities, and advocating for and giving a voice to all Rozelle students.

unit enrolment

& timetables

MyStudy

eStudent is your one stop shop for enrolling in your subjects and managing your personal details. Once you’ve logged in to eStudent, you’ll head straight to the ‘MyStudy’ tab to manage your study plan. Some degrees, such as a Bachelor of Arts require you to add your Major and then choose units relevant to your Major. If your course doesn’t allow for choice aka ‘prescribed’, or you have limited choice of units, your job is even simpler! Your course units will already be listed for you.

If you require more assistance, contact the Course Information Officers through UConnect.

MyTimetable Also accessible via eStudent, MyTimetable makes it easier than ever to allocate your classes to produce a personal timetable. One of our favourite features of MyTimetable is that it allows you to make ‘Workgroups’ for study groups or group assignments. No more excuses from the guy in your group assignment who is always conveniently MIA!

o-week

checklist

Feeling overwhelmed? Have no fear. We’ve included a handy little checklist for new and returning students alike to make your first week back at uni survivable:

Check your enrolment! Make sure that you’re actually enrolled, and that you actually want to be enrolled in the classes that you are. This can be done through MyStudy in eStudent.

If your enrollment isn’t right, make sure you fix it asap! If you pull out before the 22nd of March, you won’t have to pay for the unit. If you don’t pull out of the unit until after the 12th of April, not only will you have to pay for the unit, but you will also have a fail grade recorded on your academic record.

Plan your timetable using MyTimetable on eStudent. Your units should appear at the end of O-Week.

Make sure that you have access to all the UTAS systems prior to semester starting, including the UTAS Webmail and MyLO.

Grab a student ID card from the library if you’re a first time student at UTAS.

post-grad corner

Continuing on from undergrad this year? We’ve included some helpful tips and resources to guide you on your journey.

Points of support for post-grad students include your supervisory team, Graduate Research Coordinator (GRC), Graduate Research Office (GRO) for your college, TUSA Education President - Post Graduate (Nousheen Naz) and TUSA Advocates (Kate Davey, Emma Mou, & Jon Lenthall). Make a booking with an advocate through https://www.tusa.org.au/meet-the-team-make-a-booking/.

Access all your candidature action dates, scholarship information, progress, and submit your Confirmation of Candidature documents through iGrad (https://www.utas.edu.au/research-admin/graduate-research/igrad).

There are two major scholarship (or ‘stipend’) sources at UTAS: The Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships and the Tasmania Graduate Research Scholarship (TGRS). There are also a number of privately funded and federal scholarships available. More information can be found at https://www.utas.edu.au/research/degrees/scholarships-and-fees

Additionally, TUSA offers a Postgraduate Support Scheme. You can find more information on this and other Grants, Loans and Bursaries at https://www.tusa.org.au/grants-loans-and-bursaries/.

TUSA offers Shut Up & Write! writing sessions for postgraduates at Sandy Bay, Inveresk, Newnham, and via Zoom. Each group runs a weekly session. You can find more information at https://www.tusa.org.au/shut-up-and-write/.

Read the conditions of your enrolment carefully – you may be offered access to an office space, equipment, and a budget for conferences and/or travel.

where to turn when you don’t have a clue?

We know how stressful life at uni can be. And, like, nonsensical (not in a whimsical way). We’ve included here some helpful tips for where to turn to when it’s all a bit too much.

1. If you need more information on a course you’re enrolled in, contact your lecturer for that particular unit, or the course coordinator if you’re unsure what units you should be enrolled in. You should be able to find this information on MyLo!

2. If you’re not enrolled yet, and want to know more, contact UTAS. The best way to get through is to call 1300 363 864, or email course.info@ utas.edu.au.

3. If you can’t figure out eStudent, contact UConnect. The folks at UConnect are a good first contact for any issues you have as a current student. You can drop in to see them, or call them on 1300 826 663 or (+61 3 6226 6111 if calling internationally) during business hours.

4. Similarly, if you’re struggling with Mylo or something just isn’t working, contact your lecturer or tutor for that unit.

5. If you’re really having trouble with the UTAS system, contact IT services. You can either go through https://utas1.service-now.com/selfservice to get help, or call +61 3 6226 2600. They are open 8am to 6pm on weekdays, and 10am - 1pm on weekends.

websites that may save your life

Pre-internet university…

I will be the first to admit to having some dark academia fantasies of my own, but in reality, I might pass away if I have to search for physical records or like… actually talk to someone about something. With that in mind, let’s take a quick squiz at some of the websites that are bound to save your sorry ass while studying at UTAS.

eStudent | estudent.utas.edu.au

The classic - your first port of call as a commencing student. EStudent is your administration tool for University life, helping you to enrol in units, confirm your contact information, view your study fees and access your exam timetable. If your enrolment isn’t quite right, head to Estudent to fix it up before March 22, 2023 (census date)

MyLO | mylo.utas.edu.au

In uni speak, MyLO stands for My Learning Online. In MyLO you will find your unit homepages with lecture recordings, reading materials, course information, discussion boards and communication from your lecturers or tutors. Additionally, MyLO is where you will submit all your assignments throughout the semester.

UTAS Webmail | www.utas.edu.au/webmail

Your UTAS email address will be how you receive communications from the University and your lecturers and tutors throughout the semester. It is important to keep an eye on these emails throughout the semester for essential information about your studies. Your UTAS email address runs through Outlook so your emails, calendars, contacts, and files are all in one convenient location.

The TUSA Website | tusa.org.au

The TUSA (Tasmania University Student Association) website is a helpful resource for any UTAS student. The TUSA website will help you find clubs and societies to join - this is a great way of finding a community in your first weeks as a student! Additionally, the TUSA website is essential if you find yourself struggling with any aspect of university life. From financial aid to advocacy and legal advice, the TUSA is always here to help!

TUSA also organises unique Tasmanian experiences for students. At heavily discounted prices, The TUSA organises trips around Tasmania for sightseeing and adventuring. From Freycinet to Cape Raoul, head to the TUSA website to choose your next adventure!

From the TUSA page, go ahead and check out our independent student magazine, Togatus.

Career Connect | https://www.utas.edu.au/students/careers/careerconnect

Career Connect is your one stop shop for all things career planning for students as UTAS. As well as helping you build a job ready application package, Career Connect can help you find part-time, casual and graduate jobs, explore a range of student jobs and much, much more.

mental health tips

By Sarah Davison with contributions by Desmond Marcenko and Eva Hale

So, you’re here, you made it - you’re at university! Whether you’re straight out of college or you’ve taken a break between study, the adjustment to uni life can be overwhelming and take its toll on your mental health.

A recent joint study by Headspace and the National Union of Students found significantly higher levels of psychological distress amongst students than a comparable group of non-students. This was found to be a result of stressors that directly impact tertiary students, such as academic and financial stress, increased workload, moving out of the primary home and the establishment of new social networks.

So, beyond toppling capitalism, destroying the patriarchy and eating the rich, what can you do to keep on top of things?

Get organised early on Yeah, yeah. We know this one is boring, but trust us - sometimes the simplest advice is best. Make sure you keep on top of your assignment due dates and map out a study timetable that works with your other commitments. While there’s a special sense of camaraderie when you and your friends find yourselves in a 24/7 computer lab at 10pm, wailing skyward at a nonexistent god as you try in vain to beat that looming deadline, there are more enjoyable places to be on a Friday night.

Pay attention to your nutrition

While subsisting off of ramen and Redbull during the exam period is unfortunately normalised for students, it can make your brain feel like it’s in outer space. Making sure you drink enough water and eating a balanced diet is essential to performing your best. Try to make a habit of drinking a glass of water right as you wake up - it makes such a difference! Of course, we acknowledge that this may not be so easily available to those facing food and financial insecurity. You can only do your best with the resources you have, and it’s (unfortunately) important to learn resourcefulness as a student! Dried lentils and beans are a fantastic, nutrient dense and affordable essential to have in your pantry. Omega-3 deficiency can lead to fatigue and poor memory (not ideal whilst studying) so try and include brain food in your diet such as pumpkin seeds (pepitas) or flaxseed oil! If you’re struggling to feed yourself, head to the Helpful Resources page for some valuable resources.

Remember to have fun and prioritise your wellbeing

It can be tough to prioritise socialising or relaxing when you’re stressed with your studies but taking time out to unwind is essential to your wellbeing. Make sure you carve some time out each week to catch up with friends for drinks or doing something else you enjoy - like seeding the downfall of capitalism within its own failing institutions. Otherwise just venting about your workload with others who are in the same boat can be incredibly therapeutic!

Reach out for support if you need it (no, like, seriously)

While all of the above are helpful to maintain your wellbeing during your studies, self-care ultimately has been hijacked by neoliberalism to put the onus on your wellbeing on you alone.

Though hardly a panacea, University of Tasmania offers free and confidential counselling to all students. These personal counselling sessions are available in person, online, over the phone or via Zoom. These counselling sessions can assist you with a range of academic, mental health and personal concerns. Additionally, counsellors can assist with putting you in contact with specialist services in the wider community if needed. To book a free appointment with a counsellor, head to utas.edu.au/appointments.

unofficial and subjective guide

Eva Hale | Editor-in-Chief of Tog

So, you’re here. It’s all colourful and flashy and everything wants your attention all the time. You might be fresh out of college (year 12? I’m from the mainland - I don’t understand the Tasmanian schooling system) or you may be well past your teen years. No matter your situation, you’re probably at least a little bit overwhelmed. If you’re not… whoop-dee-doo. Congrats, I guess.

University is a time to learn about who you are, who you want to be and how you want to exist in the world. It’s a time to experiment with your identity, style, social circles and other… stuff. If you’re like me, that means spending your first year of uni wearing a lot of green lipstick, yellow eyeshadow, and vagina earrings.

What I’m saying is: you’re becoming a (more) sentient being! And getting in tune with your emotions can also mean working through some stuff you didn’t ever think you would need to work through. Absolutely everyone has their own journey with mental health going on. It can be scary, but it can also be the best thing you ever spend time on.

Because of our society’s normalisation of students existing below the poverty line, sometimes mental health advice for adults can be totally hashtag unrelatable and just simply inaccessible because um, why is it $200? As a fellow student that has faced financial hardship, I’m going to help you out in a weird, non-structured way that I definitely should have planned out before writing.

eva’s

to mental health as a uni student

Tips for grounding yourself when you’re suddenly/constantly overwhelmed or anxious

About to disassociate or already catapulted your consciousness out of your body as a response to stress or anxiety? Here are some things I do to immediately help ground myself back in my body and be more present - use your fingertips to lightly tap on your collarbone (repetitively for as long as you need) and focus on that feeling. Draw your attention back to your environment by listing five objects you can see or touch in your immediate surroundings. Focus on the journey of the breath through your body as you slowly inhale for a count of four seconds and exhale for a count of four seconds.

Know your limits when on campus

Having a day where you can’t bring yourself to get out of bed? Or maybe everything was well and good until suddenly you’re on campus and you’re having a panic attack in Morris Miller and can’t face the class you’re meant to be at in seven minutes. Sometimes it’s hard to function the way the world wants you to, and that’s important to acknowledge. Get into contact with your lecturers - seriously, newbies. Sending an email to your unit coordinator about your concerns regarding your interactions with your studies can lead to much less stress in the long run. Your lecturers are human, real people with human, real experiences and emotions (which usually includes mental health struggles for the average human)! You will be surprised at the help that your educators are willing to provide if you have the guts to ask (I know I have been).

Accessibility support services

If you are struggling with your mental health (or any other affliction, for that matter) in a way that is impacting your study (whether it be permanent or temporary), it might be a good idea to get into contact with the beautiful team at Accessibility Services. Getting a LAP (Learning Access Plan) form can help a lot with requests for extensions on assessment, extra exam time and other considerations regarding your study life.

Accessibility Services Phone: 1800 817 675

Accessibility Services Email: Accessibility.Services@utas.edu.au

Move your body in a kind way

A tale as old as time - the doctor says that you need to exercise to cure your debilitating depression but your debilitating depression means you have no energy, motivation or will to exercise. It’s not easy to take the first steps, and sometimes it feels like you have to take a lot of first steps at the start, middle and just the whole time in my experience with this particular struggle. Exercise means different things to different people with different limitations. It’s important to always be mindful of your physical wellbeing as well as your mental wellbeing with this topic. Stretching in bed in the morning and night is a great way to relieve tension and integrate your body into movement if you’ve been struggling to find the motivation. Gentle walks outside are a great way to get vitamin D as well as a bit of exercise - the Rivulet track on Molle street is a personal favourite. It’s a mostly-flat track close to the CBD where you can get into nature and see some dogs. If you’re feeling cute, you can also swing by Hamlet for a coffee at the Molle street end of the track. If you’re into yoga or looking to dip your toes in - there’s loads of free yoga videos on YouTube for beginners (YogaWithAdriene is a great place to start!). If you like to dance, there’s several dance-based societies at UTAS that you can join for a low fee (see you at Clubs & Societies Day!). There is a unigym and a variety of yoga studios in Hobart if you’ve got the cash.

One important note that I want to make here is that if you have suffered with or are currently suffering with an eating disorder or exercise disorder, exercise might not be healthy for you to engage with.

Change your f*cking sheets

Like, at least every two to three weeks, my dudes. There is nothing worse (for me) than feeling like you can’t get out of bed and your bed is real gross. For some of you, you’re living independently for the first time ever - congratulations! I’m giving you the advice that I was never given and has improved my life beyond words.

Eat regularly (and as well as you can)

I know that being able to afford to eat healthily and being a student are often near mutually exclusive in a capitalist and classist society. Okay, alright, okay, alright - but how are we supposed to learn anything if we aren’t eating properly? Besides taking down the systems that work to effectively keep the poor poor and the rich rich, here are some tips I’ve learned to maintain a healthier diet:

• Frozen spinach cubes! Have! Saved! My! Life! They’re, like, $1 (do not quote me on that, inflation is unpredictable) and have so much fibre, iron and vitamins and QUANTITY! I put them in smoothies (don’t @me) and in pasta sauces/anything I want to be good for me. Best discovery ever. You’re welcome.

• Eat regularly! Seriously, try to actually get three meals a day, otherwise your body is going to be unhappy. I am a serial meal-forgetter and nap-instead-of-making-myself-fooder, but I always always always notice the difference it makes to actually feed your body regularly. The scientists were right - blood sugar is a real thing. Carry snacks on you for when you’re on campus and can’t afford to buy something from the cafe (been there, I hear you, friend). Muesli bars, trail mix, nuts, apples, oranges… You know the drill. In my first year, I actually carried a jar of porridge on me every day in case I got unexpectedly hungry - oats are cheap, filling and nutritious (once again, don’t @me, okay. It’s hard out here).

• Dried beans and lentils - learn to prepare and soak them and you’ll always have something (despite possibly being a bit bland without anything fancy) nutritious to eat. Buying in bulk is always a fantastic financial decision with these guys - but make sure not to forget about them at the back of your cupboard… like… someone I know (I’m coming back 4 u baby… I’m coming back 4 u).

• Head to the Helpful Resources page for resources if you’re facing food insecurity.

Start going to therapy

Starting regular counselling was the best thing I ever did and I did it right here where you are - at UTAS! If you’ve never done anything like it before, don’t worry! UTAS has a free and confidential counselling service that is a great way to get started on your journey into self growth and development.

Look at the information under Support and Wellbeing on the website or book an appointment here: utas.edu.au/appointments.

helpful resources

TUSA Luvz U!

There are free menstrual products, condoms and pantry products at the TUSA hub for students to take! TUSA also runs a weekly Bread Drive, where students can pick up free bread. Keep an eye out for Get Souped events, where TUSA provides free soup and bread. Your struggle is worthy of help, but we know it can be hard to ask when you don’t have any information on what is available. The TUSA website has fantastic resources for several levels of food insecurity. Go to https://www.tusa.org.au/food/.

Get into contact with Student Advocates for individual financial, academic, legal and wellbeing support (see Student Advocacy page for more details). A great opportunity for students that TUSA offers is Freshy Bags, which is a box of fresh fruit and veg for just $10. There is also a free laundry service available for students at the TUSA Lounge! Student Advocates can arrange financial counselling through Anglicare and provide emergency food relief such as grocery hampers. To make a booking with a Student Advocate and to book in to do laundry, visit this link: https://www.tusa.org.au/meet-theteam-make-a-booking/

Foodbank.com

To find food resources near you, click ‘find food’ and type in your post code! https://www.foodbank.org.au

The Link

The Link is a fantastic service that provides a range of free and confidential health and wellbeing services for young people aged 12-25. Drop in to use their facilities, pick up hygiene items, grab food and drink, or eat or cook your own. You may also chat to a youth health worker, use the shower, washing machine and dryer. They are located at 57 Liverpool St, Hobart. For more info, visit the website https://thelink.org.au/.

The Undies Project

The Undies Project lutruwita sends period undies, for free, all over lutruwita/ Tasmania to people that need them.

https://www.womenshealthtas.org.au/the-undies-project

Counselling at UTAS

Counsellors offer free, confidential and professional counselling to students both as in-person and as distance appointments. We can help you achieve your best by building a deeper understanding of you and things that are getting in the way, and by supporting you to implement strategies to succeed. They can also assist with accessing specialist services in the wider community.

https://www.utas.edu.au/uni-life/support-and-wellbeing

queer & here

@ utas

Eva Hale | Editor-in-Chief of Tog

Getting to know yourself is an important part of university life. We want you to feel safe and included at UTAS at all times. Here are some great resources to check out.

There is fantastic information and resources on the Queer at TUSA page, including an itinerary of all the gender neutral bathrooms for the Newnham and Sandy Bay campuses. https://www.tusa.org.au/queer/

Facebook Groups to Join Pride Society at TUSA https://www.facebook.com/PrideSocietyTUSA

Queer Health and Medical Students https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012508232277137

Queers in Science

QueersInScience is an initiative that is building community and improving support for LGBTQIA+ people in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) in Australia. https://queersinscience.org.au/

Ally Network

The Ally Network provides a visible network of identified ALLIES to people of diverse sexualities, sexes and gender identities to be agents of change. It aims to create a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and affirming University environment and works to build a support and advocacy network through education; develop further awareness and visibility of staff and students of diverse sexualities and gender identities and their issues.

https://www.utas.edu.au/equity-diversity/ally-network

Safe and Fair Community Unit

If you experience any discrimination or feel unsafe in any way within UTAS, please reach out to the team at SaFCU.

Ph: +61 3 6226 2560

Email: SaFCU@utas.edu.au

OutTennis

OutTennis is a queer community of tennis players that meet up every Tuesday from 6-9pm and play social tennis. The skill levels range from beginner to advanced, and everyone is welcome! It is not run by UTAS but many UTAS students attend.

https://play.tennis.com.au/hobartouttennisclub

Queer Sporting Alliance

The Queer Sporting Alliance offers queer basketball and roller-skating competitions.

https://www.queersportingalliance.com/

sexy n safe

Stay safe and have fun. There are free condoms and menstrual items at the TUSA hub.

Knowledge is power! Know how to take care of yourself and others. There is great information on the Family Planning Tasmania website.

Family Planning Tasmania - https://fpt.org.au/clinics/appointments/ Glenorchy: (03) 6273 9117

Launceston: (03) 6343 4566 Burnie: (03) 6431 7692

A fantastic and often low-cost option for your sexual health needs is Family Planning Tasmania, which has clinics in Glenorchy (near Hobart!), Burnie and Launceston. The website also has fantastic information on sexual health, contraception, menstruation, abortion and loads more. Many services are bulk billed for Medicare card holders who are under 21, concession card holders or full-time students. Don’t be scared to ask about fees when making your appointment!

Family Planning Tasmania has STI Drop-in Clinics in Launceston every Wednesday from 2:30pm to 4:30pm. This means you don’t have to have an appointment, just drop in to 93 Paterson Street, Launceston to get an STI check.

Pregnancy Choices Tasmania - https://www.pregnancychoicestas.org.au/ about-us

A great resource to find the right provider for you is Pregnancy Choices Tasmania, but these may not be bulk billed. Once again, don’t be afraid to ask! This service is run by Women’s Health Tasmania.

Women’s Health Tasmania - https://www.womenshealthtas.org.au/ PH: 6231 3212

Information Line: 1800 675 028

sexual assault

support services

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SASS

SASS (Sexual Assault Support Services) is a Tasmania-wide service that provides free counselling and support for those in need. If you or someone you know has experienced any form of sexual assault or harrassment, SASS is a great first point of contact that can provide professional support and advice on the best points of contact based on your experience. You do not need a Mental Health Care Plan to access free counselling from SASS.

24/7 Crisis Support Line: 1800 697 877

SASS website: https://www.sass.org.au/resources

Laurel House

Laurel House is a not-for-profit, community-based sexual assault support service that operates across the North, North-East and North-West Tasmania. We provide a 24/7 support hotline, free counselling, training and education in launceston and burnie.

Launceston: (03) 6334 2740

Burnie & Devonport: (03) 6431 9711

Laurel House website: https://laurelhouse.org.au/

Some great websites to generally have a squiz at the relevant resources available near you:

Ask Izzy: https://askizzy.org.au/ Find Help Tas: https://www.findhelptas.org.au/

Safe and Fair Community Unit - reporting an incident

At the University of Tasmania, we have zero tolerance for sexual assault and harassment. Sexual misconduct is prohibited, and we take it very seriously. We support our community members who have experienced sexual assault or sexual harassment.

Ph: +61 3 6226 2560 Email: SaFCU@utas.edu.au

Sexual Assault Prevention is absolutely everyone’s responsibility. It should not have to fall on those in danger. Sometimes calling out a friend’s potentially predatory behaviour can save someone’s life. Be brave. Be brave so that someone else doesn’t have to. Don’t look the other way. Silence is an act of violence, too.

In an ideal world, I wouldn’t have to say any of this. This is not an ideal world, but it is still our world. We have the power to change it together.

UTAS Service and Support

Career Guidance Learning

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander

Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)Student led study groups for specific units.

Student AdvisorsOne-on-one specialised support to help stay on track.

Learning Workshops & Webinars - Live and prerecorded sessions across a range of topics.

UTAS Careers TeamThe UTAS Careers team provide career conversation appointments for all current students and recent graduates Career ConnectUTAS Careers hub that allows you to build your resume, explore a range of student jobs, participate in mock job interviews, receive personal feedback on your resume and job application and attend career events.

Riawunna CentreThe Riawunna Centre team is focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student success. They provide a culturally welcoming space for students to study, access academic and cultural support, and be a part of a dynamic community.

Safety & Wellbeing

Safe and fair community unitThis is a university wide service providing support, advice and information to keep everyone in our community safe and well. They respond to notifications of sexual assault or sexual harassment, concerns raised in relation to wellbeing or behaviour, reports of misconduct and the lodgement of general concerns of complaints.

24 Hour Study Support - Live chat anytime with subject matter experts for assignment feedback.

Learning LoungeDrop in and talk with other students and peer mentors.

CounsellingWhen you become a student with UTAS, you get access to confidential and professional counselling, both in person and online. These services are available for those experiencing academic, mental health and personal concerns. Counsellors can also help to connect the wider community with specialty services.

TUSA Student Community Support Service Welfare Legal

Academic

Responding to Academic Integrity allegations

Making course enquiries and raising concerns Appealing decisions made by UTAS

Signposting to other academic services

For help with study skills

TUSA Student Advocates can help with accessing these services. Independent from the university, Student Advocates are best placed to offer confidential advice and support or know where suitable support can be found.

student

advocacy

TUSA’s Student Advocacy Service – here for you.

If you ever need to use our service, the first thing we do is listen. This means we sit with you for however long it takes so that you feel comfortable talking to us. Whether it be an academic or welfare related issue (hello Centrelink nonsense) our job is to provide support and advice on how to move forward in the best possible way – empowering you to take control of your future.

Student Advocates have a deep knowledge of the inner workings of the University of Tasmania. If you find yourself in a situation where you need to respond to a formal letter or attend a meeting, we can support you. With our help, the ordinances, policies, and procedures written by lawyers can be translated into simple, easy to understand language – helping you navigate your way. You’ll receive the best possible advice on what your options are as well as receiving the emotional support you need.

Student Advocates know that academic issues are not the only problems students face. We also provide support with adjusting to university life and managing situations if they turn for the worst. Working with Financial Counsellors via Anglicare Tasmania and Lawyers through the Student Legal Service are just two examples of how our service aims to provide a helping hand when you most need it.

getting from

UniHopper

BUS SERVICE

TIME T ABLE updated 18 October 2022

Hobart Apartments | Brisbane Street

Arrival times: 7.30am*, 8.30am, 9.30am, 10.40am, 11.35am 12.55pm, 1.50pm, 2.45pm, 3.50pm, 4.45pm, 5.40pm**

Medical Science Precinct | Campbell Street

Arrival times: 7.35am, 8.35am, 9.35am, 10.45am, 11.40am, 1.00pm, 1.55pm, 2.50pm, 3.55pm, 4.50pm

The Hedberg | Cnr Collins and Sun Streets

Arrival times: 7.40am, 8.40am, 9.40am, 10.55am, 11.45am, 1.05pm, 2.00pm, 2.55pm, 4.00pm, 4.55pm

Creative Arts Precinct | Hunter Street

Arrival times: 7.45am, 8.45am, 9.45am, 11.00am, 11.50am, 1.10pm, 2.05pm, 3.00pm, 4.05pm, 5.00pm

IMAS | Castray Esplanade

Arrival times: 7.50am, 8.50am, 9.50am, 11.00am, 11.55am 1.15pm, 2.10pm, 3.05pm, 4.10pm, 5.05pm

Magnet Court | Sandy Bay Road

Arrival times: 7.55am, 8.55am, 9.55am, 11.05am, 12.00pm, 1.20pm, 2.15pm, 3.10pm, 4.15pm, 5.10pm

Stanley Burbury Theatre | Dobson Road

Arrival times: 8.05am, 9.05am, 10.05am, 11.10am, 12.05pm, 1.25pm, 2.20pm, 3.15pm, 4.20pm, 5.15pm, 5.25pm

Accommodation | College Road

Arrival times: 8.10am, 9.10am, 10.20am, 11.15am 12.40pm, 1.30pm, 2.25pm, 3.30pm, 4.25pm, 5.20pm

K&D | Harrington Street

Arrival times: 8.25am, 9.25am, 10.35am, 11.30am 12.50pm, 1.45pm, 2.40pm, 3.45pm, 4.40pm

The UniHopper bus service operates Monday to Friday to help connect UTAS’ Hobart campuses. Connecting our Hobart campuses. UNIHOPPER SERVICE OPERATES MONDAY TO FRIDAY.