Frappe Fort July 2023

For alumni and community Issue 71 July 2023

FRAPPE FORT what you do, do with a will

FRAPPE FORT Issue 71 July 2023 The magazine of University College The University of Melbourne

IN THIS ISSUE

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Welcome Saturday

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Semester 1 activities

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REGULARS

FEATURES

02 From the Head of College 03 Student Club President’s Report 18 Sports Report 20 From the President of Council 21 Academic Report 22 Community Service 23 Senior Common Room Report 24 Wellbeing Report 25 Sustainability 34 Memories of UC Ollie Lindsay, Helena Medcraft, Harry Cooper and Lucy Blakeney

37 College Council and Staff

12

Donor Reception

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26

Commencement

Open House

28

Family Reception

30

Pathways Dinner

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HEAD’S REPORT

Colleges are places for dreaming This year has been a particularly fulfilling one. In semester 1, we have been at full capacity with a diverse, respectful and altogether inspiring cohort of students. All of our sporting, social, cultural activities and events have resumed, without the constant disruptions and disappointments of the pandemic years. The spirit of the College is one of joy and enthusiasm, as our students can again embrace all that college life has to offer.

This was reflected in a note I received from the grandparents of two of our residents, following our Family Reception in May. They complimented us on the environment, social and physical, that we have created for our residents. It was heartening to hear similar comments from other families who attended, thanking us for the difference the college experience has made to their children’s lives.

While everyone at UC works hard to create this special environment, we do so with a great deal of support, for the UC community has many parts.

In addition to our dedicated staff team, there are our Council members, Governors, alumni and donors who give generously to the College in so many ways. The Pathways Dinner is a wonderful example, where our alumni and industry mentors share stories of their careers and life journeys to inspire our students. Events such as the Donor Reception, Family Reception and Governors Afternoon Tea are some of the ways we thank our community, for their involvement and support.

This strong tradition of community support dates back to the College’s

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founders. One of these was Miss Elizabeth Lothian, the joint honorary secretary of the Provisional Committee, set up in August 1917 to establish an independent, non-denominational residential college for women attending the University of Melbourne. She served on the committee throughout its twenty years of struggle, until the College finally opened its doors in 1937. She was then appointed to the Committee of Management, established by the government in 1937, to be responsible under the Carlton Land Act of 1933, for the operation of the College. This body was then succeeded by the statutorily incorporated College Council, on which Miss Lothian served.

All of this Miss Lothian did, in a voluntary capacity. When the College opened, she even volunteered as a resident tutor in Classics, until it could afford to pay the tutors. On her resignation in 1953, the College Council, recorded their great appreciation for her long and valuable service, deep interest in the College and high standard of scholarship.

Following her death in 1959, the Annual Report recorded ‘the loss of their oldest Tutor, Miss E. I. Lothian, whose regular presence over the years had been so

much appreciated’, noting ‘her gifted and devoted services as a teacher of Classics, services generously given over a period of sixteen years.’

Miss Lothian’s contribution was crucial in transforming the founding vision for the College from an unrealised project into a vigorous reality. Like all the founders, she worked hard to achieve this, for she understood and believed in the value of a college experience.

When asked once ‘What are residential colleges?’ she replied ‘Colleges are places for dreaming.’ (University College Newsletter, June 1996). As many of us would agree, they remain so to this day.

Over the years, the College has continued to pursue its founding vision.

This has only been possible, however, due to the labours and generosity of our UC community, which underpins its success. We will continue to build our capacity to provide a collegiate education where students flourish through a living and learning experience that is second to none. Thank you all for your help and support!

Dr Jennifer McDonald Head of College

STUDENT CLUB

Jessica Irons and Helena Haldane

Maximising the College experience 2023 has felt so vibrant and joyous, I can’t believe the UC cohort has only spent four months together.

There is a spirit to this year that I feel is unique, not only to our college but to this specific group of people.

Our cohort is close and supportive, the connections that have been made are strong and valuable to all members of our community. You can feel the enthusiasm as people are eager to get involved in all the UC and intercollegiate opportunities, from dance competition to Open Day tours, replanting the vegetable garden and celebrating one another at our ball. I am continuously impressed by the maturity and the openness of the first years, not only have they embraced each other but they truly embody our motto; love, passion and die-hard spirit.

In my commencement address I stressed that UC’s history is one founded on equality and that we bring the tenacity with which this college was fought for into our day-to-day lives.

This is complemented by the unique

individuals that make up our strong community, in which respect and love are key qualities of UC students.

I advised our students to take every opportunity that was offered to them in their stride and I truly believe that they have. I have watched as people have put themselves out there and up for things that may not be in their comfort zone, but which have helped their integration into our community. I know from personal experience that my first year of college was a time of growth and I look back at that time, as I assume my fellow second years do, with fondness and gratitude for the opportunities that UC gave me.

I strongly believe that your college experience is what you make it, the student club and our exemplary administrative team can provide all

the resources to facilitate a great year, but it is up to the student to take this on board. From what I have seen it is clear that every student is creating a memorable experience for themselves, as they prove to be a passionate and enthusiastic group of people. The students are what set this college apart. They create the culture that is so valued here and we owe the immensely enjoyable first semester, filled with celebration and togetherness, to the students. I feel so lucky to be a part of this culture and cannot wait for what the rest of the year has in store.

Helena Haldane Student Club President 2nd Year Arts Student University of Melbourne

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WELCOME SATURDAY

Sophie North

Roll up, roll up!

This year, Welcome Saturday took place on 18 February, with 247 new students joining us for 2023. We experienced unprecedented demand over the application period, and as we were not ultimately able to accommodate everyone, we were required to launch a waitlist for college places in semester 2.

The new arrivals were welcomed by 56 enthusiastic O-Week leaders, who had been working hard to develop an entertaining week for new students, helping them settle in from the get go.

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Sam Crosthwaite and Edwina Magnus

In keeping with this idea, the College made the difficult call to once again ask parents to drop students off at the door, in order to streamline their transition to college life. Parents were encouraged to come along at a later date, or join our Family Reception later in the year.

We welcome everyone who joined us at UC in 2023 – we look forward to having you as part of our lively community.

WELCOME SATURDAY

Let the fun begin!

Iris Grasso, Emily Fox-Smith and Milly Fletcher

Oliver Thomson running the merch stand

Samara Herpich

Kalya Green and Eliza Biddulph

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N-WEEK ACTIVITIES

Strengthening bonds N-Week began with 56 of our enthusiastic Orientation and Welcome Week Leaders (OWLs) ready to take on the task of planning for O-Week, developing as leaders, and growing as a team. As usual, the week was quite an intensive one, combining training, planning, leadership development and team bonding.

It started with a full day of Leadership Development Training run by Josh Farr from Campus Consultancy, where the OWLs explored leadership values, leadership styles and event management.

Throughout the next few days the OWLs also underwent training in first aid and mental health first aid basics, as well as participating in a session about consent and sexual assault.

There was fire warden training and sessions on risk assessments, event planning and management run by Dean of Students, Liz and Student Wellbeing Coordinator, Katie.

Amongst the learning there was a ton of fun squeezed in as well! The OWLs had a gorgeous picnic in the park, got out of their comfort zone by abseiling off some of UC’s buildings, experienced yoga and meditation sessions, a beach visit and lots more as they planned for an epic O-Week.

Abseiling

N-week picnic

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Rock climbing

O-WEEK ACTIVITIES

Monte Carl-O-Week races toward success

Disco night

Welcome Saturday marked the start of O-Week, with a packed day of new student arrivals. It was wonderful to see our dedicated and enthusiastic student leaders welcome our biggest ever cohort of new residents to the College.

It was a busy day full of colour, movement and good spirits (and a few teary goodbyes), hopefully making it an easy first foray into college life. The new students were provided with a full program of training, information sessions and events designed to help them make friends and settle in, as well as orient them into college life, living in Melbourne, and of course, starting their higher education journey.

New students attended sessions on keeping safe in the community (run

by Victoria Police), mental health, respectful relationships, wellbeing and living in the UC Community, which dealt with the care and support available at UC, as well as community resources and expectations. There was also a half-day dedicated to academic mentoring and support, plus a library induction, run by the Dean of Studies, Resident Tutors and Librarian.

Then there was the FUN! Students had a ‘Survivor’ night where they competed in various events around College, an

Amazing Race through the city of Melbourne, a silent disco, laser tag, bubble soccer, shopping in Brunswick, bush dancing, a movie night, and a Monte Carl-O themed party. Every event was designed to help students establish a foundation for new relationships and their new life at UC. We are very proud of our O-Week leaders who incorporated their training into their activities for the week and lived their leadership values. They did a wonderful job taking care of their teams and running social events and activities, safely and successfully.

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COMMENCEMENT

A new year, a new beginning

Peter Bowles

By the end of February, our remaining returning students made their way back to UC, joining with first year students and leaders to complete our 2023 University College resident body. It is always wonderful to have our whole community onsite for the first time, as each year, and each new cohort of students, brings a new energy and promise for what lies ahead.

On the evening of Wednesday, 1 March, residents and staff gathered in the Giblin Courtyard for a pre-dinner Commencement Reception in order to celebrate and officially mark the start of the academic and college year. The Head of College, Dr Jennifer McDonald, opened the event and introduced Wurundjeri Elder, Uncle Bill Nicholson, to give a Welcome to Country. It was a privilege to be invited to ‘come with purpose’ (wominjeka) onto Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung land and to witness Uncle Bill’s connection to country and his passion for his people and culture.

Commencement Dinner in the Dining Hall. As everyone found their tables and took their seats, the Executive Chef and his team delighted guests by pouring scented water over dry ice cradled in vases of greenery at the end of each table. This visual and aromatic display created a delightful atmosphere that

was matched by the excellent menu and service that followed. Overall, it was a wonderfully cohesive, collegial, and delightful night, that has proven to be auspicious for the year to date.

Liz Agostino Dean of Students

Student Club President, Helena Haldane, then followed with an address to the student body, and after a Tribute to UC toast given by Vice-President, Peter Bowles, guests were invited to move to the Syme Dining Hall for dinner.

This part of the evening was particularly special as it was the first time since 2020 that we were able to hold a Nicola Giblin, Liz Agostino, Helena Haldane, Uncle Bill Nicholson, Dr Jennifer McDonald, Peter Bowles and Andre Louhanapessy

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COMMENCEMENT

UC’s 2023 cohort listening to the Commencement address

Jack Goddard having a laugh with friends

Executive Chef Tom making magic with dry ice

Ready for dinner

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GENERAL ACTIVITIES

Commencement selfie!

Variety is the spice of life Throughout semester 1 there were plenty of activities organised by our staff and students to keep everyone entertained.

For International Women’s Day, cupcakes were ordered and the Dining Hall was decorated with posters of inspiring women. This venue also played host to the ICAC Trivia this year, with our team placing fourth.

The theme for the tern was ‘DadCore’, calling for everyone to pull out their best caps, flannos and shorts to recreate the look of a classic, middle-aged dad.

As usual, people got very creative with the theme.

Another themed event was the UC Ball.

This time it was centred around Las Vegas, with everyone getting decked out in their finest to head to the Crown Palladium for a night of dinner, drinks and dancing. This was followed by an after party at the Royal Melbourne Hotel.

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At Easter, the kitchen whipped up heaps of fresh hot cross buns and cupcakes, and those staying on campus over the break got to participate in an Easter egg hunt.

A few dinner swaps took place with other colleges and in May our own kitchen held a French themed dinner.

With croissants and croque monsieur at breakfast, right through to salad nicoise, coq au vin, ratatouille and crème brûlée in the evening, this was a real treat.

As usual, it’s been great to see such a variety of events on offer, and so many students who are willing to get involved.

Max Grodski, Sam Crosthwaite and Tom Newman looking the part at the Dadcore tern

GENERAL ACTIVITIES

All set for the UC Ball

Games night fun

French themed dinner

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ADVANCEMENT

Making dreams possible President of Council, Jane Peck, and Head of College, Dr Jennifer McDonald, welcomed over 90 students, staff, alumni and community members to our annual Donor Reception on 15 March.

A beautiful early autumn evening encouraged guests to mingle in the Giblin Courtyard, and it was wonderful to see our new scholarship recipients getting to know their supporters. There was plenty of interaction between our guests and students, who had a fantastic time hearing the stories of our alumni and their connection to UC. In her remarks, Dr Jennifer McDonald acknowledged the support of our donors and reflected on UC’s longstanding tradition of alumni and donors offering scholarships to those in need of financial assistance. Jane Peck then spoke to the importance of supporting causes we are passionate about, both financially and also in terms of volunteering and mentoring, and the

need to pass on these philanthropic values.

The crowd also heard from UC Student Club President, Helena Haldane, who thanked UC’s donor community on behalf of the student cohort, and reflected on the special connection and experiences shared by UC’s alumni and current students.

Thank you to all those who support the UC Scholarship Program. Your gift makes a hugely important impact on the lives of our students and their families by making College fees more accessible.

Stephanie Rogan Fundraising and Alumni Relations Advisor Mackenzie Jacka with Paul and Penny Montgomery

If you or someone you know is interested in supporting the UC Scholarship Program, please contact the Advancement Office on +61 3 9349 9113 or advancement@unicol.unimelb.edu.au

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ADVANCEMENT

Dr Margaret Bullen, Elly Licheni, Ava Thornton and Sophie Kelly

Tom McShane and Ben Black with Conrad O’Donohue and Rosemary Kiss

Sophie North with Anne Robertson and Rob Cross

Bill and Liz Corbett with Lachy Boyle

Reg Binding and Harry Beasley

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SCHOLARSHIPS

Our scholarship recipients Congratulations to all of our 2023 scholarship recipients and thank you to all of our generous donors.

Kay Yamauchi

ADFAS Fine Arts Scholarship

Niamh Larkin

Dr Anne G Jabara Scholarship Ros Terry Scholarship

Katelyn Allison

Ann Miller Indigenous Scholarship

Kaytlyn Johnson

Ann Miller Indigenous Scholarship

Genevieve Pittard

Dr Elizabeth Shaw Medicine Scholarship Margaret Garson Medicine Scholarship

Maree Perry

Ann Miller Indigenous Scholarship

Sophie Page

Barbara and Max Murray Scholarship

Ada Winter-Irving

Barbara Howlett Scholarship

Indigo Jones

Duncan Family Scholarship

Harry Beasley

Binding Scholarship

Sally Barlow

Gates Buchanan Scholarship

Sarah Roberts

Binding Scholarship

Callista Race-Stelling

Liana Marnoch

Botha Family Scholarship UC NSW Scholarship

Hughes Family Scholarship Tweddle Scholarship

Jessica Rothwell

Hurrell Family Scholarship

Alecia Jepson

Broughton Scholarship Stewardson-Walpole Scholarship

Kimberley Taylor

Jill Eastwood Scholarship

Satchell Biggin

Jill Williams Scholarship

Sophie North

Chambers Family Scholarship Lena McEwan Scholarship

Jack Burton

Jill Williams Scholarship

Lachlan Boyle

Corbett Family Scholarship

Elly Licheni

Jill Williams Scholarship

Mara Dalton

Cox Family Scholarship UC Scholarship

Henry Woods

Jill Williams Scholarship

Ava Thornton

Kathy Skelton Scholarship

Mackenzie Jacka

David Syme Charitable Trust Media Scholarship

Maddison Johnson-Rees Lady Boston Scholarship Sophie Kelly

David Syme Charitable Trust Scholarship

Margaret Bullen Scholarship Davidson Family Scholarship

Rupert Humphris

McGregor Family Fund Scholarship

Carly Rozitis

Davidson Family Scholarship

Beth Murfett

McGregor Family Fund Scholarship

Merrin Giles

Deborah Seifert Scholarship

Thomas McShane

Lucy Blakeney

DMW Industries Doyle Family Scholarship UC Queensland Scholarship

McGregor Family Fund Scholarship Meredith McComas Scholarship

Philippa Bull

Muriel Crabtree Scholarship

Yasmin Lee

Myra Roper Scholarship

Sophie Benbow

QLS Group Wimmera Mallee Scholarship

Laura Cheng

Triggs Scholarship

William Brooks

UniLodge Scholarships

Sam Crosthwaite

Wheeler Scholarship

Helena Haldane

UC Leadership Scholarship

Peter Bowles

UC Leadership Scholarship

Benjamin Black

UC New South Wales Scholarship

Arya Vasa

UC New Zealand Scholarship

Mia Rudd

UC South Australia Scholarship

Levi Doble

UC Victoria Scholarship

Sebastian Monahan

UC Victoria Scholarship

Steele Simpson

UC Victoria Scholarship

Iftikhar Chowdhury

Alecia Jepson with Lynne Broughton

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ANNUAL APPEAL

End-of-financial year appeal Have you ever wondered what the true value of a scholarship is to a UC student?

UC fees cover so much more than a room at College.

Residents are provided with three meals a day, a fullservice library and a host of academic support options including tutorials, mentoring and professional development opportunities.

Beyond scholarly support, UC takes a holistic approach to student wellbeing with a focus on support for both physical and mental wellbeing during this sometimes-challenging transition to higher education.

No matter the amount, your donation to the scholarship program sustains all of UC’s services.

Donations to UC can support: $50:

one week of breakfasts in the UC Dining Hall

$100:

one text book supplied by the UC Library

$250:

one year of gym membership and access to sports facilities for physical wellness

$500:

five hours of wellbeing support or counselling

$1,000:

two months of meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) in the UC Dining Hall

$2,500:

resources and materials for the art and design studio and the music production studio

$5,000:

one semester of academic support (tutorials, professional development and mentoring)

$10,000: ten full weeks of college expenses $34,000: a full fee scholarship

Since 1937, our scholarship program has played an integral role in improving accessibility to the University College experience for those students requiring fee relief and financial support. We need your help to enable us to increase the number of scholarships we are able to award.

Make a donation today All donations to the UC Scholarship Fund (no matter the amount) are used to provide financial assistance and support to our students.

For more information, or to make a donation, contact the Advancement Office on +61 3 9349 9113 or advancement@unicol.unimelb.edu.au. You can donate online by visiting: unicol.unimelb.edu.au/support-uc

“I am incredibly grateful to be able to attend University College as a result of the generosity of my scholarship donors.

I have been able to meet so many amazing people and lifelong friends within this loving community. I am so happy to have been given this opportunity to be at UC.” Carly Rozitis, scholarship recipient

If you are not in a position to support UC with a donation, please consider volunteering as part of our 2023 UC Mentoring and Career Advice Program to share your experience with our students.

Contact advancement@unicol.unimelb.edu.au to register your interest.

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VALE

Conrad O’Donohue and Rosemary Kiss

VALE We pay tribute to members of the UC Community whose passing we have been informed of in the past six months.

Conrad O’Donohue (04/07/1934 – 27/04/2023) Conrad was a valued member of our extended UC community and long-time donor and supporter alongside his wife, UC Governor and alumna Rosemary Kiss. Conrad and Rosemary very generously donated three Graham Cantieni paintings back in 2021, which lift our spirits here at the College every time we pass them hanging on the walls.

We are also very grateful for their generous donations to our scholarship fund. UC extends its condolences to Rosemary.

Kerry and John Lovering with the sundial in 2009

Leonard Stevens (08/10/1943 – 20/12/2022)

Professor John Lovering AO (27/03/1930 – 04/01/2023)

Leonard Stevens commenced duties as Dean of Studies at University College in January 1980. In December 1980 he was appointed to the residential position of Vice-Principal of the College. Len served in this role for seven years, departing in June 1986. In recognition of his contribution to University College, he was appointed a College Governor in 1988.

Professor John Lovering was a Member of UC Council for over 35 years and a College Fellow and Governor. Professor Lovering first joined the Council of University Women’s College in 1969 as a nominee of the Professorial Board of the University of Melbourne. He remained on Council for the ensuing decade, serving on Council’s Executive Committee from 1971. After retiring in 1979, he was appointed a Governor of the College in 1980. He joined us again on Council in 2001, this time having been elected by his fellow Governors of the College, remaining until his retirement in 2014. Professor Lovering had a distinguished career as an academic, a research scientist and an educator. We extend our condolences to John’s wife Kerry and family.

Laurie Cox AO (09/12/1938 – 21/05/2023) UC extends its condolences to UC Governor and alumna Julie Ann Cox AM (UWC 1958) for the passing of her husband Laurie Cox AO. Both valued members of our UC community, we also recognise Laurie and Julie Ann’s longstanding support of UC’s residents via the Cox Family Scholarship.

John and his wife Kerry kindly donated the sundial that proudly sits at the front entrance of University College.

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EVENTS

Dr Jennifer McDonald with her gift honoring 15 years of service

College Governors enjoying a lovely afternoon in the Heritage room

Governors afternoon tea In June, our College Governors were invited to UC for an intimate afternoon tea.

Hosted by Head of College, Dr Jennifer McDonald and President of Council, Jane Peck, the Heritage Room was full of conversation and warm connections.

Along with sampling delicious afternoon tea offerings prepared by the College chefs, guests were also given an overview of UC’s significant achievements for the past six months.

In her remarks, Dr McDonald reflected on the important role played by our Governors and acknowledged their loyalty and continuing service to college. She said “with your support

and leadership, we will continue to build our capacity to provide a collegiate educational experience where students enjoy a living and learning experience that can be truly transformative.”

Jane Peck also spoke and took the opportunity to present Dr McDonald with an orchid, as a thank you for her many years of service. “She has headed up the College for 15 years and through a variety of challenges, and now we see students reaping the benefits of her strong and wise guidance,” she said.

It was wonderful to welcome these important members of the UC Community to College, and enjoy a lovely afternoon together.

Governors are appointed by the College Council in recognition of their contribution to the College. There are currently 108 Governors located across Australia and around the world, reflecting the global community of University College.

Exploring Lincoln Cathedral We were delighted to welcome UC Governor and Fellow Dr Lynne Broughton (UWC 1964), back to UC in March to present a special seminar. Drawing on her extensive research, the seminar explored the construction, history and significance of Lincoln Cathedral. Attendees were able to discover quirks of the Cathedral, and explore this important site of gothic architecture.

Our thanks to Dr Broughton for sharing her insights, and for gifting UC with a copy of her new book Lincoln Cathedral: Insights and Explanations.

Dr Lynne Broughton and Dr Jennifer McDonald

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SPORTS REPORT

Being good sports

Women’s hockey

We’re Harry and Mackie, the UC Sports Representatives for 2023. So far this year, we’ve had outstanding participation and support for sport across the board, with some record-breaking results.

Semester 1 kicked off with intercollegiate cricket, with both the men’s and women’s teams giving it their all on the field. The sunny weather of early March and camaraderie of our athletes combined to produce amazing results – we’d particularly like to mention our men’s team for finishing in third place in a tight minor final against Trinity College.

Following the cricket was tennis, where our squad of eight athletes headed down to the University of Melbourne tennis courts in the early hours of the morning to compete in four events; the men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s and women’s doubles, and mixed doubles tournament. Round one saw UC come out on top against Newman College, before narrowly missing out on qualifying for the semi-finals against St Hilda’s. Table tennis was run as a two-day tournament at the university’s indoor stadium, with UC competing in several events across the day.

The three major carnivals of semester 1 (cross-country, athletics and swimming) produced some stellar results. The 5km cross-country course was run around Princes Park on a rather gloomy Wednesday morning. We send a massive congrats to the eleven brave

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runners who put themselves forward to compete in the rain!

The two-day athletics carnival was a wonderful excuse for all UCer’s to come together with a sausage sizzle down at the UniMelb track. UC competed in several field and track events, with particular mention to Kate Synoradzki, Tom McShane, James Mawson, Nat Paterson, Henry Woods, Jacqueline McBratney-Owen, Louis Young, Peter Bowles, Ollie Edwards, Henry Meggitt and Georgie Norris for qualifying in the top twelve places of their heats to make their respective finals! Amazing effort from all our athletes for filling our lanes on the day.

The intercollegiate swimming carnival was held on the 21st of April, with the biggest crowd yet. Combining a second place in the women’s events and fourth in the men’s, UC finished in an overall third place behind Trinity and Ormond.

This is UC’s best finish in the swimming carnival, which was undoubtedly fostered by the massive support from our UC spectators. Particular mention to Addie Skipper for winning her 50m freestyle!

The last of the major sporting carnivals for the semester was rowing day! Our rowers, coaches and captains worked

tirelessly to prepare for the regatta and it was a day to remember. We won the women’s and men’s B finals and placed fourth overall. An impressive result!

Moving onto hockey and soccer, UC saw a brilliant effort from all athletes.

Both the men’s soccer and women’s hockey teams progressed to the semi-finals, where our teams narrowly missed out on making their grand finals.

Nonetheless, our athletes put their all into their minor finals, with both taking fourth place. The women’s soccer and men’s hockey teams also had brilliant seasons, with both narrowly missing out on their respective semi-finals.

Good work to all!

Semester 2 will be absolutely jampacked, with plenty of sports to come including; netball, AFL, basketball, badminton, volleyball and squash.

Keep your eyes out for photos and results on the UC socials.

Harry Beasley Male Sports Representative 2nd Year Applied Science Student RMIT Mackie Whiteley Female Sports Representative 2nd Year Science Student University of Melbourne

SPORTS REPORT

UC spectators

Women’s hockey team

Women’s rowing team

Athletics mascot race

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT

FROM THE PRESIDENT OF COUNCIL Normality has returned (in the most part) to our lives, although there are continual reminders that we all seem to have ‘lost’ a couple of years. But life continues and we celebrate the new and now.

The College Constitution, as it was renewed in 2016, set limits on the length of membership on Council, which therefore encourages healthy turnover, and I now find myself the longest serving member. Although it is always hard to farewell a dedicated and valuable colleague, I am delighted to see the strength of council members we now have and their incredible diversity of skills and experience, as required for any healthy, wellfunctioning board today.

Every year there are two student representatives on Council. They are elected by the student body and their input, feedback and suggestions are always greatly appreciated. This year, Sarah Grimminck and Luke Kruger have joined us, and we welcome their fresh perspectives.

This March, Council also welcomed alumna Lisa Williams (UC 1984). Lisa has more than 20 years of experience in management and talent development.

Having worked across operations and human resources in both Australian and international firms, Lisa brings commercial acumen, a prudent approach and wisdom to Council.

Many UC alumni are actively involved in the life of the College – as volunteers, student mentors and donors to the scholarship program.

The College regularly invites alumni to attend High Table, receptions and other student-focused events, such as the UC Leadership Dinner and Pathways Dinner.

These events provide alumni with an opportunity to engage with old friends, reminisce about days gone by and reconnect with the College, while enhancing the student experience as well.

People generally are interested in the lives of those they went to school or university with, or knew from college.

At UC we use our Frappe Fort publication to keep in touch with our current students and their families plus alumni, past parents and any other interested parties.

However, over the years we lose contact details due to change in names, addresses and general movement.

So, we are currently using every opportunity to rebuild our contacts

in order to keep everyone abreast of career movements, marriages, births, deaths, family, significant events and other interesting facts about those with whom they have shared part of their youth. Even in this time of constant engagement, it is too easy to lose those who have played a part in our past. On that note, we extend our congratulations to Dr Misty Jenkins, one of our former resident tutors who received an AO in the recent King’s Birthday Honours for distinguished service to medical science, the Indigenous community and the promotion of women in STEM. Under the watchful guidance of Council, the governance of the College continues to improve and satisfy current day standards. We will focus on aspects such as Cyber security and student and staff wellbeing in the coming months. Scholarships continue to be a particular focus for our Advancement committee and we hope that all interested stakeholders come along on a journey with us to grow our scholarship capacity.

As always, I thank the Head of College, Dr Jennifer McDonald, and her wonderful staff for their steady hand as they assist our students through the challenges of tertiary study and life away from home.

If you would like to update your details or know of anyone that has lost touch with us, we’d love you to email us at community@unicol. unimelb.edu.au. Don’t forget you can also stay connected via social media, particularly our alumni LinkedIn group, and our biannual Frappe Fort publication.

Micaela Jemison at the Pathways Dinner

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K. Jane Peck President of Council

ACADEMIC REPORT

Celebrating academic success On Monday, 8 May the UC community gathered to celebrate the academic achievements of our students. The Fellows and Academic Achievement High Table recognises UC students who were able to obtain an average grade of 80 or over for the full year of their university studies in 2022. Each recipient received a Fellows Award and a $100 Readings voucher.

The celebration took place in the Syme Dining Hall and was hosted by

Dr Alison Harcourt AO and Mia Smal

our Head of College, Dr Jennifer McDonald. She was joined by UC Council President, Jane Peck; College Fellow, Dr Alison Harcourt AO and her son, Pierre Harcourt; UC Council Member, Prof Liliana Bove, as well as Fox Crowley, a UC alumnus and former UC Fellows Medal recipient from 2018 and 2019. UC staff and students were also in attendance.

Dr McDonald delivered the evening’s address, followed by some words from Fox Crowley and the announcement of the 20 Fellows Award recipients

by the Dean of Studies. The formality ended with a wonderful speech from Dr Alison Harcourt AO and the presentation of the Fellows Medals to the two highest achievers of 2022.

The Undergraduate Fellows Medal and a $200 Readings voucher was presented to Mia Smal. The Graduate Fellows Medal recipient (Harriet Mildenhall) was unfortunately an apology for the evening.

Andre Louhanapessy Dean of Studies

UC would like to congratulate the following students for their outstanding academic achievement in 2022 and for receiving the UC Fellows Award: Katelyn Allison

Hannah Groom

Tallulah Pestell

Morgan Clyne

Tony Lai

Elsie Quinn

Amy Cugley

Hunter Masfen

Kate Renney

Angelina Del Favero

Callum Mathew

Sarah Roberts

Meg Eishold

Thomas McShane

Adelaide Skipper

Luella Fitz

Harriet Mildenhall

Mia Small

Merrin Giles

Amy O’Driscoll

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COMMUNITY SERVICE

Lucy Chesterman, Jacinta Slattery, Madison Coldham, Sarah Roberts and Grace Cutts

Giving back for a brighter future Every blood donation can save three lives. This year the UC community (including alumni) have made 25 donations of blood or plasma which has the potential to save 75 lives. A further 20 students are scheduled to donate this June after exams. The Brunswick centre has also expressed its appreciation for the ongoing support it receives every year from the colleges around the crescent.

Cancer Council Morning Tea On 20 May we hosted a Morning Tea in Leggatt Hall to raise funds and awareness for people impacted by cancer. Our lovely UC chefs prepared a spread of scones, cream and jam and students baked cakes, brownies, slices and more for the event. Prizes were awarded to the best bakers, scored on flavour and presentation.

Push-up challenge for Mental Health The push-up challenge sets a target of 3,144 push-ups within 23 days, representing the number of people who lost their lives to suicide in 2021.

Fundraising is currently under way, with all proceeds being donated to Lifeline to provide Australians with access to 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention via phone or text.

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Thank you to all of the staff and students who have contributed to the community service initiatives throughout the semester. We can’t wait to continue giving back to the community next semester with plans to run the ‘Do it in a Dress’ campaign, a charity auction and clothing donations to St Vincent’s.

Grace Cutts Community Service Representative 2nd Year Arts Student University of Melbourne

Lucy Chesterman

SENIOR COMMON ROOM

Senior Common Room members

A small but mighty group “Though she be but little she is fierce” are the words that come to mind when I think of the UC Senior Common Room (SCR) so far in 2023. In William Shakespeare’s play A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Helena speaks these words about her friend Hermia. While in the context of the play, Helena has been name calling her friend and commenting on her short stature, she ultimately recognises her feminine strength and her determination. As someone who is a theatre kid, an actor and who studied drama for her undergraduate degree, I could not resist using a theatre reference!

In regards to our SCR, I use Shakespeare’s words in the context of a small group of people, who while small in number are fierce and mighty in terms of determination and dedication – not only about their studies and doing well academically, but also in terms of supporting each other whilst navigating life as graduate students and resident tutors. Like our Junior Common Room (JCR) members, they live out the UC values of ‘love, passion and die-hard spirit’ every day.

So far this semester, Shut Up & Write has returned to the SCR every Saturday afternoon, with members bringing along various pieces of writing to work on during a dedicated period of time together – whether that be a chapter in a PhD thesis or an

assignment due as part of masters coursework. We have also had two Welcome to the SCR events this year, one to welcome our new graduate students and resident tutors to the SCR and another to welcome our associate members (non-residential tutors). Another highlight this semester has been the popular Chat ‘n Chill sessions that take place every fortnight on Sunday afternoons. These allow the SCR to come together in a casual way over wine, cheese and other canapés to gently bring the weekend to a close and welcome in the new week ahead.

Whether it be gathering together to play the occasional game of chess, catching up over coffee after High Table on Monday nights, or watching various sporting events, television

shows or movies in the SCR, one can guarantee that there is always someone to catch up with when a ‘brain break’ from classes and assignments is required. With various academic disciplines amongst members including commerce, mathematics, urban planning, biomedicine, chemistry and media and communications to name but a few, there are always various academic discussions and debates taking place. It has been a pleasure serving the SCR as President so far this year and I look forward to seeing what the rest of 2023 has in store for us as a collective.

Lisa Wheildon Senior Common Room President Master of Creative Arts Therapy (Drama Therapy) Student, VCA

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WELLBEING

Helena Haldane, Zoey Maiden and Katie Saya

Connection and community 2023 has been off to an enthusiastic start, as we welcomed our largest cohort of new and returning students since before the pandemic.

Wellbeing support has been a focus from day one, as we know that each year our new students are faced with a multitude of stressors as they enter college – from the transition to a new environment, to leaving home for the first time, and the challenges that come from forging a new and independent life.

We began the year with a full Orientation Week designed to help our first-year students navigate their new home at UC. To support student wellbeing, we engaged in many discussions around mental health, how to look out for each other, and how to live as respectful members of our community.

We also brought back Consent Labs to conduct training on topics such as foundations of consent, drugs and alcohol, and how to be an active bystander. Many students gave rave reviews about the Consent Lab training, stating they provided some of the best sex and relationship education they have ever received.

Our Wellbeing Committee elected its new members for 2023 and has got off to a fantastic start under the leadership of our Student Wellbeing Representative, Maddie Coldham.

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This year, due to overwhelming student interest, we chose to expand our committee to include the UC student Equity Representative, Indigenous Representative, and an additional two student members.

The theme for this year’s committee is ‘Connection and Community.’ With this in mind, we organised a very successful Wellbeing Week including a movie night, trivia night, a Pleasant Friday Afternoon (PFA) of music performances, and afternoons of games and entertainment in the park.

Many new connections were made as a result of these events, which was wonderful to see.

The Wellbeing Committee has also organised yoga and mindfulness sessions, a staff ‘bring your dog to work’ day, mindful colouring stations encouraging students to take a break during their studies, giving out messages of kindness, and other small initiatives that make a really big impact.

Mental Health is always a topic that our students are passionate about, and this semester we offered 20 spaces for interested students to take a mental health first aid training course. These students developed the awareness and

Pippa, office dog for a day

skills to support fellow residents and community members, and now also have a tangible skill and certification that they can add to their CV. Our fortnightly Wellbeing eNewsletter continues to cover timely and important topics such as Healthy Boundaries in Relationships, Budgeting and Financial Stress in College, Vaping & E-Cigarette Use through a Health and Sustainability Lens and Tips for Wellbeing During SWOTVAC and Exams.

Students are gearing up for a busy end to Semester 1, so wellbeing check-ins will be a priority to ensure our students are maintaining their wellbeing as they head into exams. There is always a lot happening within this space, and we have many great ideas planned for later this year – so keep an eye out for more to come!

Katie Saya Student Wellbeing Coordinator

SUSTAINABILITY

Ollie Edwards and his crew of harvest volunteers

Commitment to a greener future This semester we have achieved two key accomplishments in the sustainability space: the establishment of a robust committee comprising a great many members of the UC community and our initiatives focused on harvesting and planting new produce in the vegetable garden.

The committee consists of both students and staff who share a passion for sustainability. The primary objectives of the committee include developing sustainability strategies and fostering collaboration across various departments within UC. So far this year we have promoted energy-saving measures (such as Earth Hour), as well as waste reduction initiatives. We contacted Mobile Muster, who provided us with a free mobile phone recycling unit and we can now also recycle batteries thanks to Batteries 4 Planet Ark, a program that helps keep batteries and the hazardous materials they contain out of landfill.

Disposable vapes also contain batteries and other dangerous chemicals, meaning they shouldn’t be disposed of in regular waste bins.

Last year’s Sustainability Representative, Nick Symons, had been looking for a way to safely recycle them, but to no avail. But finally we were able to get confirmation from Melbourne Council that they can be disposed of in certain

local e-waste drop-off points, which was a great resolution to this issue.

UC also recognises the importance of locally sourced food. In line with this commitment, our vegetable garden continues to provide an opportunity to cultivate fresh produce using environmentally friendly practices.

Our student volunteers, in collaboration with our College gardeners, once again worked together to harvest the autumn produce in April. We had a strong volunteer turnout and many of the same faces returned a few weeks later to help us plant the winter vegetables.

Our gardeners also shared some of their extensive knowledge around the different plants we grow at UC. The harvested produce is utilised in the UC kitchen by our in-house chefs, promoting sustainable food choices and reducing reliance on external suppliers.

Moving forward, UC remains committed to fostering a culture of sustainability and our committee will continue to explore innovative approaches to reduce our environmental impact and promote a greener future.

Oliver Edwards Sustainability Representative 2nd Year Geospatial Science Student RMIT

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OPEN HOUSE

Yasmin Lee and Ella Boyle

Throwing open the doors After our inaugural Intercollegiate Open House event in 2022, we were excited to host another one on 6 May this year.

This earlier event is a great opportunity for people to visit who may not be able to make it to our main Open Day, traditionally held in August each year. Building on last year’s success, we were thrilled to receive increased registrations and visitors this year.

We were hugely appreciative of our student tour guides, who volunteered to show visitors around on the day. There was much praise for their tours, with feedback about how genuine, warm and welcoming the students were. We sent around a survey to visitors and ‘talking to the students’ was what people enjoyed most about the day.

Despite the average weather, hot drinks, delicious snacks and conversations were flowing in the Heritage Room. It was so wonderful to see the College buzzing with new and familiar faces. Overall, it was a huge success and we look forward to welcoming more visitors during our Open Day in August.

Imogen Dunn and Fergus Bear hosting a tour

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OPEN HOUSE

Maddy Unmack and Jem Tingay enjoying a laugh with a tour group

Olivia Turner and Ruby Wake

Vanessa Ortiz leading a tour group

An open house visitor enjoying the UC group photos on display in the Leggatt building

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FAMILY RECEPTION

Quite the reception What a huge turnout we had for our Family Reception, making it one of the largest events we’ve ever hosted at UC. Despite the chilly Autumn evening, over 400 students, parents and other family members gathered in our beautiful dining hall to enjoy canapes and refreshments and mingle with other UC families and staff. It was also a great chance for our guests to have a look around the College now that everyone has settled in.

We were lucky enough to have Lucas, our resident pianist, play for us during the event. Everyone was also warmly welcomed by the Head of College, Dr Jennifer McDonald, Student Club President, Helena Haldane, and our Council President, K. Jane Peck.

Dr Jennifer McDonald

It was a joy to see the dining hall absolutely brimming with life and laughter and we are grateful to everyone that joined from near and far to help us make it such a memorable evening!

Angus Mayes

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Millicent Allen

FAMILY RECEPTION

Sophia O’Connell and Bella-Rose Korotcoff with family

K. Jane Peck

Tony Lai and family

Eli Perelberg and friend with the event in full swing

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ACADEMIC

Preparing for the

future Keynote speaker Kerry Cue

As part of the College’s efforts to improve our students’ awareness of potential postgraduate or career options, the annual UC Pathways Dinner was held on Wednesday, 24 May in the Syme Dining Hall.

Second and later-year students were given the opportunity to suggest an industry or profession they are interested in, and the College then extended invites to professionals from the relevant areas.

Building on the success of last year’s Pathways Dinner, the number of students who attended the event increased significantly, with the evening providing a networking opportunity between 64 students and 26 industry professionals (most of whom were UC alumni). Guests attended from sectors such as medicine, psychology, pharmaceutical science, veterinary science and lab-related research, fashion design and enterprise, law, journalism, archaeology, conservation and geology, engineering (aerospace, biomedical, chemical, mechanical and software), marketing, investment, finance, business consulting, teaching, arts management and performance,

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advertising and communications, property, construction and urban planning, international development, politics, and international relations, alongside resident tutors and staff.

The evening was filled with the wonderful buzzing sound of connections being formed between our students and guests.

Our Head of College, Dr Jennifer McDonald, opened the event and invited our students to explore the question: “What are the possible pathways for me after I have finished my degree? Should I embark on further studies, or what career options should I be considering?” Dr McDonald also conveyed her appreciation to the President of College Council, Jane Peck, members of the College Council, Anna Crameri, Prof Liliana Bove and Micaela Jemison, our industry professional guests, and UC staff for making the time to attend the event.

The College very much appreciated the evening’s keynote speaker, Kerry Cue, an alumna of UC who is a humourist, mathematician, journalist, and author.

Kerry’s speech was a marvellous demonstration of using humour to convey an important message. She shared her personal journey of career twists and turns, and encouraged the people in attendance to consider the implications and advantages of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, when preparing for the future.

The College would also like to extend its sincere thanks to our alumni, friends of the College, Resident Tutors, UC student Sarah Roberts (who assisted with the preparation of the event), and of course our staff for their kind contribution, ensuring the event was a huge success.

Andre Louhanapessy Dean of Studies

ACADEMIC

Grace Cochrane and Helena Haldane

UC kitchen team

Tyler Lock and Ned Farrell

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UC ABROAD

UC Alumni Abroad

Embracing the Happiness and Hygge of Danish Life Larissa Brand (UC 2021-2022) Three months since returning from my semester abroad, I have had an opportunity to reflect on my time living in the fairy-tale city of Aarhus, Denmark.

Before going I had no idea what to expect of my very randomly allocated new home. No one had ever heard of this mystery town, so here is a little background for you. Aarhus was a Viking city founded in 800AD, and is the second largest city in Denmark, located four hours from Copenhagen. Today it has left behind its vicious past and now resembles a Sylvanian Families town.

You often hear that Danes are one of the happiest nationalities, and this is true, however I believe this is because of their extreme ability to unapologetically do exactly as they please. For example, another exchange student felt a friendship beginning with a Dane and decided to make the first move and ask to go for coffee, but was bluntly rejected with the reply “I already have enough friends.” Harsh, but maybe they’re on to something. They really just do what they want, when they want; from the mass of crocheting girls in all my lectures, to tying people to poles and throwing cinnamon on them

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for their 25th birthday, I am sure this must make them a happy bunch.

Their happiness could also be due to their terrific approach to government, which actually pays their students to go to university.

Denmark has the highest tax rate in Europe at 27% in comparison to Australia’s 10%. This makes going out for coffee only for very special occasions, but it also means that the government takes care of its citizens. With hardly any homelessness and 18-year-olds able to afford Teslas, Denmark has it all figured out.

The Danes present a dichotomy of their Viking heritage and their more current image of beauty and cosiness, otherwise known as Hygge. This was the first

UC ABROAD

and only Danish word I learnt, which encompasses the warm and content feeling of having a candlelit dinner with friends or cuddling up by a crackling fire and watching a movie. This is how the Danes live their life, and they know how to create the good vibes, as they are the country that burns the most candles in the world. As I was on exchange during their winter, one of the coldest, windiest and rainiest experiences of my life, Hygge is what saved me.

Through their abundance of board game cafes, pottery painting and my amazing exchange friends, I can say that the Danish happiness is contagious.

So, although actually making friends with a Dane is extremely difficult, calling their country home for seven months was an incredible experience. Even with less than five hours of sunlight a day, I was still able to embrace the happiness and Hygge of Danish life.

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MEMORIES OF UC

MEMORIES OF UC

Jeff Main (UC 1994) What did you do when you left UC? After leaving college and university my first career was in commercial finance for six years and for the twenty-three years since then I’ve been a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley, currently leading a team of four advisors.

My initial plan after university was to go to graduate school and pursue a PhD in Biology, but I decided academia was not for me, so abandoned that plan and figured I’d go into the pharmaceutical industry. While waiting for a job to begin in that field I was recruited by a finance company, which was the last thing I ever wanted to do.

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Why did you choose to go abroad, where were you based and would you recommend the experience?

I cannot say enough positive things about the extended study abroad experience I had.

In the early 1990s my mother had moved to Albury, NSW from Southern California since my stepfather was part owner of a business there. While on a flight to Melbourne from Los Angeles I met some University of Melbourne students and after getting together with them during my visit I figured that this would be a great experience, and of course I fell in love with Melbourne.

When I returned to university after the Christmas break, I applied for a oneyear study abroad program through the University of California, Irvine Education Abroad Program and was accepted.

Most students at the time only went abroad for one semester and to my recollection their grades did not go on their home university transcript.

In my program all grades and credits counted towards my degree. Spending extended time in another country and being immersed in the culture is a great experience. Too many people think that wherever they live or are from is the only place they could be happy, which I don’t believe is true. I have been back to Australia many times since then and my best mate from my University of Melbourne

MEMORIES OF UC

Jeff and his wife in Montana, USA

days now lives about ninety minutes from me in the US. I spent two weeks in Victoria only a few months ago.

Where are you now?

I currently live in Lake Forest, California with my wife. As I mentioned, I’ve been at Morgan Stanley for twenty-three years and have had a very successful career that has allowed me much freedom to travel.

What are your career highlights or things you’re most proud of?

Most people would say they are proud of their career, which I guess I am. I don’t have children to cheer on, so I guess, more than anything, I’m most appreciative of the opportunities I’ve had and the people I’ve spent time with along the way.

Having grown up in a restaurant and being an avid cook, I like to think of life like cooking…the food is only as good as the ingredients you put in it. Life is the same way… it’s only as good as the people you surround yourself with.

What are your memories of UC? I don’t remember walking home from Naughton’s or The Clyde but I do remember spending time with a lot

of great people, some of whom I’m still in touch with today. I remember the grounds and that strange thing called ‘high table.’ Seems like there was always something going on at UC. It was hard to walk in the front door sometimes and get to my room because there was always someone walking out with an invitation to join, which I did, probably too often.

Did your time at UC shape you as a person?

Absolutely, the year I spent at UC was probably the most valuable in my entire life. Leaving everything you know, moving to a foreign country not knowing anyone and essentially starting over is a great way to learn about other people and yourself. The great thing about UC is I really did get to meet all kinds of interesting people from all over the world and Australia in one spot. It’s a great way to see the world through the eyes of another.

Anything else interesting that people might like to know about you?

Besides being an avid outdoors person, I’ve spent substantial time in the last dozen years playing the piano, not well, but steadily progressing well beyond what I ever thought would be possible having started at age 40.

Reconnect If you would like to update your details or know of anyone that has lost touch with us, we’d love you to email us at community@ unicol.unimelb.edu.au.

Don’t forget you can also stay connected via social media, particularly our alumni LinkedIn group, and our biannual Frappe Fort publication.

If you’d like to be profiled in a future edition of Frappe Fort, please contact us at marketing@ unicol.unimelb.edu.au

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COUNCIL MEMBER PROFILE

COUNCIL MEMBER PROFILE: LISA WILLIAMS Tell us a little bit about you! Where did you grow up and what did you study?

I grew up in South Gippsland on a dairy farm. At 17 I left the local high school to study commerce at the University of Melbourne and became a resident at University College. It was a lifechanging opportunity. After uni I started my career, travelled and generally got involved in all that came along in life. I live in Melbourne, I work in Melbourne, regional Victoria and interstate. I have two children at university and one who is finishing secondary school. After commerce I studied organisational dynamics at Swinburne University and completed a Masters in Organisational Psychology at INSEAD. I’ve had an enjoyable and rewarding career centred around HR, people and culture, and I currently work as an advisor and coach to leaders.

What do you bring to the College Council?

I’ve been on the board of an independent school, and I work with boards frequently, so that governance experience and skill set is helpful at UC. My work finds me focusing on the intersection of education, skills and passions to enable people to apply their talents and do well. I strongly believe in enabling people to learn, and residential college is one enabler.

What was your first job?

I graduated in 1986 and did what many commerce graduates did that year… went into stockbroking! Pretty quickly I decided that whilst I liked numbers a lot, I was also very interested in how people worked and joined a HR team at a funds management firm.

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I also find this generation pretty inspiring; they challenge, support, enquire and think about the world differently and I am keen to be a part of that journey.

Who has influenced your career most and why?

Where is your favourite holiday destination?

The first person to impact my career was one of my managers in the 1990s.

He knew my capabilities and potential much more than I did, and pushed, encouraged, and challenged me daily for about three years. It was exhausting but brilliant. The second is someone I met more recently who has shown me a different way of understanding the importance of multiple perspectives.

I’m in regular contact with both and they are each still influential on my career and life.

Gosh, only one?! Locally I love Waratah Bay and Wilsons Promontory where I grew up and as a family we’ve holidayed there every summer; my husband and I particularly enjoy the long, open and quiet stretch of beach there. Last year I visited Morocco for the first time and can’t wait to get back, so that’s probably my current favourite – Marrakesh was a complete assault on every sense and filled with such interesting people, culture, history, architecture, design and food.

What is the best piece of advice that you have ever been given (personal or professional)?

Name one person you’d like to have dinner with

A colleague said to me early in my career ‘don’t burn a bridge.’ Most people would take this to mean avoid conflict.

This colleague’s advice was to always keep an open mind and be ready to take-in more information and build your own adaptable ways of thinking.

If I could only invite one person to dinner it would have to be Winston Churchill. Whilst the history would be interesting, I also hear he had a pretty amazing champagne cellar.

COUNCIL & STAFF

MEMBERS OF THE COLLEGE COUNCIL Office Bearers President: K. Jane Peck, BA Melb. GAICD

Deputy President: Anna Crameri, BA GDipMan Melb.

Treasurer: Antony Elliott, BEc, GradDipAcc. GAICXD, CPA, FFTA. Secretary to Council: Dr J McDonald, BA(Hons) DipEd MEd(Stud Well) PhD Melb. MACE Members Jamie Black, BCom(Hons) MAppFin Melb.GradDip AppFin SIA

Professor Liliana Bove, BAgrSc (Hons) La Trobe, BBus (Mkt) RMIT; PhD (Mkt) Monash Miranda Crawley, BBSc La Trobe, GradDip OrgPsych UC, GradDip IR and HR RMIT Micaela Jemison, BSci(Hons) Melb, MComm RMIT

Social Representatives Kim Taylor and Sam Crosthwaite Female Sports Representative Mackie Whiteley Male Sports Representative Harry Beasley ICAC Representative Tenley Brandon Equity Representative Nicola Giblin International Representative Tony Lai Wellbeing Representative Maddie Coldham

COLLEGE STAFF Head of College Dr J McDonald, BA(Hons) DipEd MEd(Stud Well) PhD Melb. MACE Dean of Students Liz Agostino, BA(Hons) PostGrad Dip (Psych) Melb.

Rebecca Lobb, BCom JD Melb.

Dean of Studies Andre Louhanapessy, BEng Trisakti MDevSt Melb.

Karyn Sobels, BA S.Aust., MComLaw Deakin. FAICD FGIA

Commercial Manager Kelly Reed, BA Acc Swinburne, DipEd Monash

Richard Sweetnam, BCom Melb. CA ANZ

Finance Manager Kelly Fung, BCom La Trobe CPA

Dr Zita Unger, PhD Sociology Melb., BEdST UQ, BA Melb.

GAICD FAES Lisa Williams, BCom Melb.

GradDip(Org Dyn) Swinburne, EMC INSEAD. Elected by the students of the College Sarah Grimminck and Luke Kruger

STUDENT CLUB EXECUTIVE President Helena Haldane Vice President Peter Bowles Treasurer Martha Conheady Secretary Grace Cochrane

Senior Accounts Officers Pui Shan Kwok, BCom La Trobe CPA Gina Cahayagan Marketing and Advancement Manager Rachel Unicomb, BCmn Newcastle Marketing and Communications Coordinator Nina Cavicchiolo, BBus(Mktg) Monash Fundraising and Alumni Relations Advisor Stephanie Rogan, BA Monash, GCBus Deakin Registrar Zoey Maiden, DipBus, DipMan, CertIVBusAdmin

Vanessa Ortiz, Katie Saya and Zoey Maiden

Student Services Officer Vanessa Ortiz, BIT IPN, GDipLIS TAFE Student Wellbeing Coordinator Katie Saya, BA Dela., MSocWk WU Facilities, House and Conference Manager Tim McBain, BCom Griffith House and Conference Advisor Holly Giulieri Guest Services Agents James Brown Emily Seiter Librarian Mary Coghlan, BSocSc (Librarianship) RMIT GradDipMgt RMIT GradDipeLearning C.Qld. Archivist Ian Forster, BHA NSW MA (Archives & Records) Monash Maintenance Officers Kevin Thaus Kieran Carroll Senior Gardener Ian Robertson, AssocDip Hort Melb. Burnley Gardener Ardian Strybosch

Demi Chef Saugat Pandey Chef de Partie Shane Tran Ranjula Jayatilake Kitchen Hands Carlos Cruz Kevin Williams Food Services Attendants Vanessa Casey Indica Simmons

RESIDENT TUTORS Sean Bellato Seung Hoon Byun Lachlan McIntosh Tejaswini Srihari Sher Maine Tan Ciaran Tomlin Jess Sanchez Vargas Lisa Wheildon

YOUTH WORKERS Claire Collings Ruby Holland Liz Koch-Brown Jasmine Lawrence Tom McKendrick Angus North Jules Orchard Jay Reilly George Shugg Sam White

Executive Chef Tom Brockbank Head Chef Hazel Krauss Sous Chef Toby Stott Ashleigh Punch

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OPEN DAY Sunday 20 August 2023

Take a tour of UC with our students

Live in a community that feels like home and supports you as you study.

The best way to make your decision about where you would be most comfortable living is to experience UC for yourself: – Take a tour with students and hear first-hand why they love UC. – Find out how UC can help your transition to university and support you during your degree.

Registrations now open at: www.unicol.unimelb.edu.au/2023-uc-open-day