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A BEGINNER’S GUIDE
TO JFH
2018
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Jane Franklin Hall
www.jane.edu.au
office@jane.edu.au
6 Elboden Street, South Hobart, Tasmania, 7004, Australia
P: Private Bag 93, Hobart, Tasmania, 7001, Australia
T: + 61 3 6210 0100
F: + 61 3 6210 0400
CRICOS Provider Code 00586B
Smoke-free Campus
Jane Franklin Hall is a smoke-free campus.
No smoking is permitted in any building or within any
part of the College grounds.
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Welcome…
You are warmly welcomed to our community of scholars here at Jane. We are proud of our College - its history, its people
and its deep connections to the University of Tasmania.
Your experience here will be what you make of it because as a resident you have an important role to play. By offering you
a place in our College, we already believe that you will make a positive contribution to our community.
Everyone in the Jane community is committed to your success. Please use all of the resources we provide to make your
time with us, everything we, and you, would wish it to be.
You will also find that we refer very often to the Jane values. I ask that as a resident you commit to these and play your part
in making these real in your everyday activities. In doing so, you will be contributing to the College’s vision of producing the
future leaders, thinkers and innovators of our society. One day, we hope you will be celebrated as one of those.
I hope your time at Jane will be rewarding and enriching, a place where lifelong friendships are made and where you stride
towards the next stages of your life.
I am always available for a chat and look forward to getting to know you.
Welcome!
Joanna Rosewell
Principal
Acknowledgement of Country
As a reflection of this institution's recognition of the deep history and culture of this island, Jane Franklin Hall wishes to
acknowledge the Mouheneenner (pronounced Moo-he-ne-nah) People, the traditional owners and custodians of the land
upon which this campus was built.
We acknowledge the contemporary Tasmanian Aboriginal community, who have survived dispossession, and continue to
maintain their identity, culture and Indigenous rights.
We also recognise the value of continuing Aboriginal knowledge and cultural practice, which informs our understandings of
history, culture, science and environment for students of the University of Tasmania.
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Jane Franklin Hall
Jane mission
To provide a life-enhancing learning and living experience in a collegiate environment for students of the University of
Tasmania.
Jane vision
To produce the future leaders, innovators and thinkers of society, well-adjusted and confident individuals who value their
Jane experience as central to their success in life.
Jane values
1. Academic enquiry, intellectual reasoning and the pursuit of knowledge
2. Diversity of opinion, belief and background
3. Community, friendship and collegiality
4. Boldness and discovery
We bring these values to life by our individual and collective commitment to:
1. Striving for academic achievement in our various fields, questioning, seeking solutions and honouring the collegial life of
College.
2. Behaving courteously and respectfully to all members of the Jane community regardless of race, sex, age, abilities or
sexual orientation.
3. Encouraging and supporting others to actively and individually participate in all facets of College life.
4. Challenging ourselves and seeking opportunities to learn about self, others and the wider world.
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Jane through
the Decades
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Jane Franklin Hall 1950-2018
Jane Franklin Hall was founded by the Tasmanian Council of Churches in 1950, establishing itself as a women's only, non-
denominational Christian College. All faiths and beliefs have been welcomed and encouraged at Jane Franklin Hall since its
founding.
In the beginning, the College was a simple Victorian-style, two-story house called Clothea, which is now the Barrett wing. At
the time, the College housed only sixteen female residents, who shared dormitory-style bedrooms, played tennis on the old
clay court, had a 10PM nightly curfew and could only meet young men on the verandah, or in the Common Room.
It was during the Swinging Sixties that the residents became involved in the plays, the social scene, sporting competitions
and began the tradition of the Jane Ball, which we still do today. Academic study was still taken very seriously during this
time, and the College was also starting to establish itself as more than just a place to stay when studying at the University.
Due to increasing financial pressures in the mid Seventies, the Jane College Council took the unprecedented step of
opening up the College and accepting male students. While the male students were initially placed in the Vines wing, by the
end of 1979 the number of male residents had risen to total a third of the student population at Jane. Due to this increase,
male residents were eventually integrated throughout the rest of the College buildings.
More wings and buildings were added over the decades, as the growing student population at Jane demanded more space.
During the 1980s, the Michael Webber House was acquired, and the Frances Parsons Building was completed in 1990. In
2016, the former Principal's residence, named The Lodge, was opened up for student accommodation. By the end of
February, 2018, the newest addition to Jane, the Horton Link, will have been completed, with flats available for post-
graduate students. We have also increased our self-catering capacity, with a brand new kitchen having been built in the
Michael Webber House for our returning residents.
Although the land upon which Jane stands is owned by the University of Tasmania, Jane Franklin Hall Incorporated remains
the only independently managed residential college in Tasmania.
The College Crest
The College crest is that of the Trinitarian shield, or scutum fidei (‘Shield of Faith’). In the original form of the shield, the circle
in the centre bears the Latin word Deus (God), while the three other circles are designated in Latin for the Father, the Son,
and the Holy Spirit. The descending dove in the top left-hand circle of the College version represents the Holy Spirit, the
source of all understanding and wisdom. The fleur-de-lis in the right-hand circle is the symbol of the Godhead and also of
the Virgin Mary. The lower circle contains the open Bible. The central circle contains a ship; this represents the Church, the
ship in which individuals sail the sea of life. The motto of the College, Veritas liberabit, means ‘the truth will set (you) free’.
The College colours are red, silver and black.
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Jane, Lady Franklin (1792-1875)
Jane Griffin was one of three daughters of a wealthy London silk weaver. Despite a superficial education she
became a woman who loved study, and was always curious about everything she saw or read. In 1828 Jane
married the Arctic explorer, Sir John Franklin, and from 1837 to 1843 he served as Lieutenant-Governor of Van
Diemen’s Land.
At a time when women were meant to stay in the domestic sphere, Jane Franklin made her presence felt in the
colony. She aimed to improve it, holding lectures and evening parties with intellectual conversation. The couple
formed the Tasmanian Natural History Society, and published the Tasmanian Journal of Science. Jane built a
small Greek temple at Lenah Valley, as a museum.
Jane Franklin believed in education. She and Sir John set up a boy’s school, Christ’s College, and she thought a
new girl’s school was needed as those that existed were noted only for ‘balls & concerts & matchmaking’. She
was appalled by the local girl’s emptiness and ignorance. ‘Women here live in seclusion and they ought to have
a love of reading & of improving study.’ Jane Franklin would certainly have approved of her name being given
to a college for female university students.
From Alexander, Alison (2010), ‘A Brave Beginning’ in Jane Franklin Hall 1950-2010, Jane Franklin Hall, Hobart, p. 3.
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Welcome to
the Jane
Community
9Our Community, Your Community
Many of you have never lived in a residential community like ours. This makes for an exciting environment, full of new
experiences and opportunities to grow as a student and as a person.
When living at Jane, it helps to look at your own expectations and behaviours to make sure you’re always acting respectfully
towards all members of the community.
For example, residents will be studying throughout the year and excessive noise can be distracting. Sound travels in every
direction, so keep in mind that when you’re listening to your favourite song, having a chat in your room or streaming a movie.
When returning to Jane after 10pm, take care not to disturb residents who may be sleeping or studying.
Our decisions impact the people around us and this is especially true in a tight-knit community such as Jane.
We want you to feel at home while you live at Jane, so please, use this handbook during your time here, and don’t be a
stranger!
10People of the College
The Management Team
Principal
Ms Joanna Rosewell, BA (Hons), CTEFLA, Post.Grad.Appl.Ling. (TESOL), MJ, Cert. Fundraising
Chief Operations Manager
Ms Belinda Sargent, BCom
Student Wellbeing Manager
Mr Robert MacDonald, BSc (Hons), B. Psych.
Registrar
Mrs Libby Hopkins, Dip Tchg, TTC
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Jacob Foreman, BA
Receptionist
Ms Morgan Bridgland BA, Cert III (Business), Cert III (Individual Care)
Assistant Accountant
Mr Declan Brush, Cert II (Business), Cert III (Accounts Administration), Cert IV (Accounting), DipAccounting, AdvDip
Accounting
Senior Maintenance Officer
Mr Christopher Warn, Cert IV (Horticulture), Cert II (Plumbing and Sheet Metal), Cert (Small Engines), Cert III (OH&S)
Groundsman
Mr Aengus Morley
Maintenance Officer
Mr Paul Hniat
Catering Manager
Mr Philip White
Keeper of the Senior Common Room
Stephen Cronin
Residential Staff Catering Staff
Senior Residents Dining Hall Supervisor
Jordan Poland June Smith
Wensi “Maria” Cui Catering Staff
Yin-Tuan “Pierre” Pang David Cullen
Bradley Johnson Veronica Turvey
Georgina Gaffney Wasupat “Ton” Ketsupha
Susannah Kingshott Teresa Hedge
Georgia Stewart Jill Nguyen
Kaylene Allie
Outreach Coordinator Carmel Dearing
Georgia Patrikopoulus Christine Brown
Dorothy “Dot” Pachioli
11Jane Franklin Hall Council
Professor Michael Stoddart, BSc, PhD, DSc, FAI Biol, Chair
The Hon. Mrs Denise Swan, LLB, Vice-Chair
Ms Sophie Davidson, BA (Hons), MA, MCASE, MFIA, Member
Mrs Lisa Gibson BSc, Alumni Representative
Mr Justin Hill, LLM, BCom (Hons), GDip AppFin, Member
Dr John Kertesz, PhD, BA (Hons), Dip Ed, DipA (Mod Langs), psc. Senior Fellow
Professor Tony Lawler, BMedSci (UTas), MB BS (UTas), FACEM, GAICD Fellows Representative
Mr David Morris, B.A., B.Ed. (Tas.), Grad.Dip.Lib. (T.C.A.E.), Grad.Cert.Ed. (Tas.), T.T.C., A.A.L.I.A. TCC Rep
Mr Matthew Rundle, BPharm, AACPA MSHP, Member
Ms Stephanie Taylor, BSoc.W, MBA, University Representative
Rev Rosalind Terry, B.Pharm, B.D, TCC Representative
Ms Ginna Webster, Member
Fellows of Jane Franklin Hall
Dr John Kertesz, PhD, BA (Hons), Dip Ed, DipA (Mod Langs), psc. Senior Fellow*
Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Kate Warner AM, Governor of Tasmania, LLB (Hons), LLM. Honorary Fellow
Mr Daniel Aitken, BBus, Honorary Fellow
Rev Dr Lesley Borowiczka, BSc (Hons), Phd, BA (Theology), B. Theology (Hons) Honorary Fellow
Emeritus Prof Michael Borowiczka, BSc (Hons), PhD, Dip Comp Dir Honorary Fellow*
Dr Toni-Anne Carroll, BSc (Utas), M.A. Ed., PHD, Honorary Fellow
Professor Chris Carter, BSc (Hons), PhD, P.Grad.Cert. Education Honorary Fellow
Mrs Diana Carter, BSc (Hons) Zoology, MBA, Honorary Fellow *
Mr Dean Cooper, LLB Honorary Fellow
Dr Rosemary Dobber, BSc (Hons), BA (Hons), PhD Honorary Fellow
Dr Karla Fenton, OAM, MBBS (Melb), MRACGP, Honorary Fellow*
Dr Damien Holloway, Honorary Fellow
Mr Wayne Johnson LLB, Honorary Fellow
Prof Tony Lawler, BMedSci (UTas), MB BS (UTas), FACEM, GAICD, Honorary Fellow *
Mr John Panckridge, B.A. (V.C.A.), Honorary Fellow
The Hon Mrs Denise Swan, LLB, Honorary Fellow
Prof Rob White, BA(Hons), MA, LLM, PhD, FASSA, FANZSOC, Honorary Fellow
*Denotes those nominated as Offical Fellows of the College
Honorary Life Fellows
Mrs Libby Mercer, Honorary Life Fellow
Dr Louise Wells, Honorary Life Fellow
Fellow Emeriti
Mrs Doris Banks OAM, Fellow Emeritus
Dr Adrian Blackman, Fellow Emeritus
Mrs Elspeth Hope-Johnstone, Fellow Emeritus
Dr Barry O’Grady, Fellow Emeritus
Chaplains of Jane Franklin Hall
Rev Rosalind Terry, B.Pharm, B.D. Senior Chaplain
Rev Dr Lesley Borowitzka BSc (Hons), Phd, BA (Theology), B. Theology (Hons)
Mr Mikey Lynch
Fr Michael Tate, AO
Jane Alumni Committee (JAC)
Mrs Lisa Gibson
Mr Russell Fox
Ms Katrina Piper
Mr Stephen Cronin
Ms Jessie-Mae Branch
Ms Libby Hopkins (Registrar)
12Jane Franklin Hall Student Club Committee 2018
President
Hamish McLean
Vice President
Ellie Kierath
Treasurer
Joshua Facchin
Secretary
Gus Brient
International Representative
Perry Smith
Social Representative
Simi Khanna
Activities Representative
Jalen Sutcliffe
Women’s Sport’s Representative
Mikaela McKnight
Men’s Sports Representative
Rohan Parker
Publications Representative
Mackenzie Archer
Council Representative
Gus Brient
IT Officer
Jake Broos
Inter-College Committee (ICC) Representative
Sean Sim
13Roles and Responsibilities
Jane Franklin Hall Council
As the governing body of Jane Franklin Hall, the Council has the ultimate authority over the College’s affairs and policies,
including the strategic direction of Jane, the College’s finances and the employment of the College Principal. You may not
actually see much of Council but they are there, quietly in the background, making sure the College continues to tick over.
It also has a significant role in the strategic direction for the College, hoping to help guide Jane Franklin Hall with a steady
hand into the future. While the Council is not part of the day-to-day running of the College, Council members are invited to
attend formal dinners and events, allowing them to meet and get to know the residents of the College.
As a way for residents to have a voice heard in the Council, the Student Club President and the Student Club Council
Representative are also attendees to Council meetings, observing on behalf of the residents of the College.
All members of Council are volunteers and include representatives of the Jane Alumni, Tasmanian Council of Churches, the
Fellows and the University. The Chief Operations Manager is the designated Public Officer for Council while the Principal,
the Student Club President and the Student Club Council Representative are observers. This means they can participate in
discussions and raise issues for debate but cannot vote on decisions and have no liability for Council decisions.
The Council meets every two months of the calendar year.
Fellows
You might have heard something about Fellows at Jane, but what exactly is a Fellow?
Jane Fellows are academics who work together in the pursuit of mutual knowledge and understanding. Inspired by the
Oxbridge model, Jane Fellows are peer-elected on the basis of their scholarship. Fellows also have two seats on the Jane
Franklin Hall Council
Jane Fellows are also involved in College life, often attending formal dinners and residing over different tables based on
your study area, allowing for the residents to make contact and form strong connections with their Fellows in an easygoing
environment.
Today, ‘Fellow,’ is also applied to recognize the people who are active in, or who have considerable knowledge and
experience within a professional practice.
Fellows are here to help and mentor Jane residents just like you in academic, professional and personal capacities, so feel
free to approach them for any advice or help.
While Fellows are mostly Honorary, those who have contributed significantly to the College over time may also be honoured
with the titles of Honorary Life Fellow or a Fellow Emeritus. A small number of Fellows are selected by their peers as Official
Fellows’, to act as an alternative governing body should the Council be dissolved.
Chaplains
Living away from home can be a daunting thing for anyone, and we at Jane like to think of ourselves as a residential
community first and foremost. If you ever have a personal question, need advice or guidance on a spiritual matter, or just
somebody to talk to outside of the College, our Chaplains are always here to help! Chaplaincy is provided here at Jane as a
free, non-judgmental and confidential service for any and all members of community, and they’re always here to help,
regardless of your personal belief or faith.
Contact details for our chaplains can be found on the College website, so please feel free to use their services if you ever
need that extra support and guidance while you’re here at Jane.
Jane Alumni Committee (JAC)
The current Committee was formed in 2014. Made up of both past and current students, the Committee re-engages former
Jane residents with the College through events, social media and publications. In recent years the Committee has organised
a dinner for Jane’s 65th birthday, quiz nights and formal dinners with the residents and members of the Alumni Community.
The Committee meets each month.
Jane Student Club Committee
As soon as you come to Jane, you become a member of the Student Club, overseen by a peer-elected Committee. The
Committee represents you and the rest of the Jane residents at Council meetings and on other sub-committees, while also
promoting participation in College activities and events which are held throughout the academic year. The Committee is
there to bring residents closer together; get them involved in College life and, most importantly, have fun.
14Who Can I Talk To?
The Management Team don’t like to think of themselves as ‘administration.’ They are a part of the College
community, and are here to help you whenever you need it, even if it’s just for a quick chat and a coffee.
Principal
Under the direction of the Council, the Principal is the Head of Jane, with overall responsibility for the College and its
community. She represents the College to the University, develops policies and long-term plans and oversees the daily
operations of the College including the budget, human resources, facilities and asset management. The Principal also does
the business development, fundraising, stakeholder management and representing the public face of the College. Ultimate
responsibility for disciplinary issues also sits with the Principal (but she hopes she never has to exercise this authority).
Chief Operations Manager
Managing Human Resources (HR), facilities, IT systems and the day-to-day financial matters of the College, including
accounting, payroll, insurances, negotiating of service contracts and budgeting, the Chief Operations Manager has a varied
portfolio of responsibility. She provides financial information to the College Council and prepares the fee proposal and
budget for consideration by the Council. She also has overall responsibility for managing the administrative and
maintenance staff of the College. The Chief Operations Manager also provides advice to the Student Club Committee
Treasurer as needed. Phew! We are tired just reading all the work she does!
Student Wellbeing Manager
The Student Wellbeing Manager is the ultimate source of all information to do with wellbeing and student pastoral care. Got
a question or a suggestion in regards to your wellbeing or your academic progress? He is the one to see. He refers students
to support services, develops training opportunities, oversees the Academic Programme at Jane and manages the
Residential Wellbeing team. With a pro-active approach to supporting students throughout their time at Jane, the Wellbeing
Manager also implements programs to ensure a positive living and learning experience for all College residents. He also
has a pretty cool motorbike.
Senior Residents
The Senior Residents live on campus and report to the Student Wellbeing Manager. They provide residents with out-of-
hours care and support. As College staff, they are always ready and willing to help their fellow residents. When on duty, the
Senior Residents look after the following:
Power failures
Initial Emergency response
Security checks
Resident illness response
After hours support
Additionally, Senior Residents also receive training in:
First Aid
Harassment and discrimination law
Counseling and mental health
Responsible Service of Alcohol
Conflict resolution
The Senior Residents also tour the College between 10-11PM each night to monitor noise and check external doors. Senior
Residents are considered ‘on duty’ as soon as the office closes at 5.30PM.
Outreach Coordinator
The Outreach program began in 2016 with the aim of providing opportunities for residents to become involved in activities
outside the University community. Residents volunteered with the Hobart Dog’s Home and with the Migrant Resource
Centre. The Outreach Coordinator works with the Student Wellbeing Manager to ensure the program is fully embedded at
Jane. The Outreach Coordinator is a student-held position, retained by a returning resident.
15Marketing-and-Events Coordinator
Responsible for promoting the College to prospective students, the Marketing and Events Coordinator also has oversight for
running external events and conferences at Jane. He looks after the website, Jane’s social media presence and our
attendance at events such as Agfest and the University Open day. He will be the one organising students to take tours of
Jane, have their photos taken for magazines and putting the bi-annual College magazine, Libertas, together.
The Registrar
The Registrar is the contact person for all applications to College. Handling all questions and concerns to do with
registration and enrolment, our Registrar follows up on references, application fees, room requests and more. As if she was
not busy enough she also handles short term stays and works with the Alumni Committee.
Assistant Accountant
With the biggest smile you can imagine, our Assistant Accountant is really happy doing invoices, paying creditors, working
on payroll and generally being at Jane. When he is not doing all things related to money, he also helps look after Reception.
He is another one with a motorbike, only one that is louder and commands more attention.
Receptionist
Our receptionist is the first friendly face you will see or the first friendly voice you will hear when you contact Jane. She
answers phones, receives visitors and handles all enquiries to Jane. She also deals with any issues residents bring to the
front desk – and she always does it with a welcoming smile!
Maintenance Team
The Maintenance Team manages the day-to-day maintenance of the College, responds to maintenance requests and
supervises the maintenance staff and contractors. The maintenance team is second-to-none, responding promptly to any
issues you may have. They’re always up for a quick chat if they’re not too busy, and are here to help when you need them!
Housekeeping Staff
Our friendly cleaners are employed and managed by an external contracting company but come in every morning to clean
bathrooms, common areas, the office space and kitchenettes. While they are friendly and are amazing at what they do,
please make sure that you don’t make things harder for them by leaving a trail of trash in your wake for them to clean up.
Catering Manager and Catering Staff
The Catering Manager is responsible for the preparation and supply of meals in the Dining Hall and functions throughout the
College. The Catering Manager also manages budget and staffing the team including cooks and kitchen assistants. If you
have any suggestions or ideas for future meals, the Catering Manager welcomes and encourages you to come and talk to
him. The Catering Staff are there to help you with your dietary needs.
Dining Hall Supervisor
The Dining Hall Supervisor is responsible for the provision of services in the Dining Hall and other catered spaces within the
College. The Dining Hall Supervisor ensures the flow of equipment, crockery, food and beverages between the kitchen and
the dining hall so that dining hall guests receive a quality service. The Dining Hall Supervisor ensures that hygiene and
safety standards are maintained throughout the dining hall in the provision of food and beverages.
Senior Common Room Keeper
Our Keeper of the Senior Common Room (not to be confused with the Keeper of the Sorting Hat) is responsible for
supporting the College in fundraising activities, revitalizing the Senior Common Room as a common use area, assisting the
Management Team with the organisation of ceremonial events such as Commencement and Valedictory Dinners, and acts
as our liaison between Fellows and the Alumni Committee. He’s also been given the gift of the gab. The position is student
appointed.
16University of Tasmania Services
Through Jane and the University of Tasmania, you will have access to an abundance of services and support
networks. These services and networks are here to help you from your first days with the University and JFH
until your last. This includes academic support, career advice, skills development, wellbeing support, financial
advice and pastoral care. If you need help navigating these services and support networks, speak with the
Student Wellbeing Manager to find out what options suit you best. Through the support and services at Jane
and the University, there is a solution to every challenge or issue that you might face.
Student Centre
Your first point of contact for any University questions. Contact the Student Centre on 1300 361 928 .
UTAS Counselling Service
Free to all students. Book an appointment online or call 1800 817 675.
Student Advisors
Available for advice and assistance in anything from time management to financial advice.
Bookings to speak to a student advisor can be made through CareerHub:
https://careerhub.utas.edu.au/students/login
Faculty Office, Lecturers and Tutors
Having issues or problems with your studies? Try talking to your tutor and/or lecturers or approach your relevant faculty
office for assistance.
Riawunna Centre
Offers support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Visit the centre or contact them on (03) 6226
2772.
International Student Advisors
Provide assistance, support and advice to all international students to help with life and study at University. Book an
appointment through CareerHub or email ISA.Hobart@utas.edu.au.
In the Jane community you’re never alone. If things are getting tough, if personal problems or academic
stresses are getting you down then there’s always someone to talk to.
If you are having problems or struggling to cope with university life, don’t hesitate to:
Speak with a friend.
Drop into the Student Wellbeing Manager’s office for a chat.
Find a Senior Resident.
Speak to a member of the Student Club Committee.
At Jane, we take care of each other. It’s one of the foundations of our respectful and inclusive
community.
17Registration and Orientation Week
All new residents are expected to arrive at the College on Registration day. On this day between 10AM and 2:30PM, you are
welcomed to the College and asked to provide the College with necessary information during the registration process.
You’ll also move all your things in, set up your rooms, and attend your first formal dinner (in Academic Gowns and smart
dress). You will meet the Jane Franklin Hall staff, your Senior Residents as well as the Student Club Committee members,
and the N- and O-Week committee members. We know that starting University and leaving home can be scary at times, so
we will be there the entire way to make sure that you feel comfortable and happy as you start this new stage of your life.
Most of the information regarding Registration Day and Orientation Week will have been sent to you and your family prior to
your arrival, through the weekly newsletter Plain Sheet. However, if you or your parents have any more questions, or you
need a refresher on what you need to know, you can always come to the Front Office and speak to someone on the
Management Team, or your parents can attend the Parents Only Information Session held on Registration Day.
The week following registration day is the Orientation Week, better known as O-Week. During O-Week new residents attend
a variety of information sessions provided by the College to assist with life away from home. There is also the opportunity to
participate in an extensive social event schedule organised and run by the Student Club Committee. O-Week is the perfect
time to settle into life at the College, meet new people and make friends.
Academic Success and Resident Wellbeing
Jane Franklin Hall is first and foremost an academic residential community. By choosing to come together to share in the
challenges and joys of learning, there is an expectation that residents consciously focus on their intellectual development.
While residents must take responsibility for their studies, the College aims to provide a learning environment which nurtures
and supports academic enquiry. Studying successfully at a tertiary level involves personal development and commitment.
Students are required to gain new knowledge and, more importantly, more sophisticated ways of applying their thinking.
What some residents will find challenging is the sudden accountability for their own learning.
What is most challenging to begin with is the expectation that you take responsibility for your learning. Your time is your
own, to waste or to use as you wish.
Jane Franklin Hall offers an exceptional tutoring program that is included as part of our fees. These tutorials are unit specific
and can be requested via the website or directly through the Student Wellbeing Manager.
University studies can be difficult and living away from home is a big change for a young adult. You don’t need to navigate
every problem alone. The College community, your peers, the Student Club Committee and Jane staff are always available
to offer support. Outside of the college there are a multitude of support options available at the University and in Hobart.
Seek support and assistance early; don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Please ask questions. Remember, there are no bad questions, only the missed opportunities to ask them. If you are unsure
about anything or have a question in regards to available support service please speak to the Student Wellbeing Manager.
Academic Mentoring Program
Jane Franklin Hall now offers a weekly, one-on-one Academic Mentoring program for all Residents. Academic Mentors will
coach, guide and assist residents in managing their week by week university life, assignment management and planning,
study requirements and time management skills.
Academic Mentors are perfect for residents who might be struggling to adapt to life at University, those who need extra
support to succeed and for residents who are after that extra edge to boost their results.
This service incurs an addition fee of $500 per semester for 10 one hour mentoring sessions.
For more information regarding Academic Mentoring, contact our Rob, our Student Wellbeing Manager at
studentwellbeing@jane.edu.au
18Important Information
Bathrooms
The bathrooms, found on each floor, are there for the typical things you would do in your bathroom back home. As these are
shared amongst everyone on your floor, you will need to make sure that you take responsibility for your hair products,
makeup, hair dyes, sprays, deodorants, etc., etc., etc. Nobody likes going into a bathroom and finding that someone has
dusted the sinks and floor with their matte foundation powder, or has left a nice glob of toothpaste froth in the plughole. It’s
gross for both you and the cleaning staff who have to clean everything up.
If you do leave the bathrooms looking about as clean and hygienic as a petrol station toilet (meaning dirty), a cleaning fee
will be applied and you will need to pay it within a certain amount of time, as deemed appropriate by the Management
Team. If the situation is urgent, Senior Residents can provide you with the cleaning materials.
For the residents who have en-suite or private bathrooms, you will be responsible for cleaning these rooms yourself.
While most bathrooms are gender-neutral, the bathrooms on the second floor of Horton are gender specific, with one
allocated for men, and the other for women. The same also applies with Vines, with bathrooms on each gender-segregated
floor. Fines will also be issued if you breach this rule.
Box Rooms
Every now and then while walking through the buildings, you may come across some rooms labeled ‘Box Room.’ These
rooms are for you to store your suitcases, or boxes over the semesters or over the summer break if you’re intending on
returning the next year. While we can’t allow you to store your valuables or obscenely large items such as couches, you can
store your defrosted bar fridges there over the summer break if you are returning to College. Also, please remember to
clean out the fridges before storing them away. Even if you’re studying Science as your major, you don’t want to find
sentient mouldy cheese roaming around the box room.
If you need to access one of the Box Rooms, you should go to one of the Senior Residents (as listed on page 16) during
reasonable hours (they may question why you need something at three in the morning). If a Senior Resident cannot be
located when you need to get into a Box Room, it is then possible for you to come down to the Front Office (during office
hours, of course) and ask either Morgan or Declan for access.
If you plan to leave the College once your Residential Agreement has ended, you must take all your belongings from the
Box Rooms. Unless you sign another Residential Agreement for the following year, you will be charged a $100 retrieval fee
per item, which will need to be paid before the items are returned to you. This is to make sure that there is space in the Box
Rooms for incoming Residents and reduce the risk of overflow from the Box Rooms.
Bus Service
Not everyone can afford nor do they want their own car to get them from A to B every day. Cars can be pricey, annoying,
and make us prone to epic bouts of road rage if you get in the wrong lane at the wrong time of day, and heaven help you if
you get stuck behind a log truck or a bicycle group!
In this case, Jane Franklin Hall offers our very own bus service, which includes a roundabout trip between Jane and the
major Hobart campuses, Monday to Friday (except for Public Holidays and during the summer break). A timetable for each
semester is available on the Jane website, with any and all updates being published as well.
Horton Common Room (“HCR”)
The Horton Common Room (HCR) is accessible for all residents, located smack bang in the middle of the College campus.
The HCR contains a large flat-screen television, a DVD player and Foxtel (complete with sports package). Residents are
allowed in the Horton Common Room 24/7, but the noise level should be controlled as to not annoy or irritate others in the
HCR or in adjacent rooms. Not everyone likes hearing you cheering for your favourite sports team, no matter what their
underdog status is at the time. Residents are also responsible for keeping the common rooms clean and tidy by complying
with the HCR Behaviour Code, as endorsed by the Student Club. The Code can be found displayed in the HCR.
Asten Common Room (“ACR”)
Located off the Dining Hall is the Asten Common Room (ACR). While smaller in size than the HCR, Asten has a piano, a table
tennis table, as well as a multitude of board games to keep you entertained during the day. During the cold winter months,
the fire is often lit, so you won’t be cold while in the ACR. All of the board games are new, with some classics thrown in as
well.
19The Coffee Lounge
The Coffee Lounge can be found in the Fleming Building, and is an alcohol-free zone. As it is also located above residents'
rooms, noise levels should be considered when using the Coffee Lounge. A large flat-screen television is available to use,
as well as plenty of chairs and comfy seating so you can enjoy the sunshine during both the hot and cold Tasmanian
months.
The Frances Parsons Building (“Franny P”)
One of the newest refurbishments at the College, the Frances Parsons Building is available from 10pm as a noise space,
used frequently for parties and gatherings throughout the Academic year as long as the building is kept in a clean and tidy
state after use.
The Frances Parsons Building is also commonly used for external bookings, with the income from those bookings going
towards maintenance and redevelopment around the College. As Jane Franklin Hall makes every effort to balance the
needs of our residents with the needs of our external guests, we ask that you be understanding, kind and welcoming to any
of our guests whom you may come across. In return, we also ask that our external guests be kind and considerate to the
needs of our residents', too.
The Billiards Room
Even if you’re not an avid pool player, you should definitely have a look at the Billiards Room, located in the Barrett building.
Containing what may quite possibly be the biggest billiards table in Tasmania, the room is used for Snooker competitions, or
for simple practice and friendly games among friends.
The Senior Common Room
The Senior Common Room is for senior members of the College, such as Staff, Fellows, Post-Graduates, Chaplains, Senior
Residents and Council members. It is used to host pre and post-formal dinner drinks, so you can have a bit of a chinwag
with the likes of the Governor of Tasmania, or influential Tasmanians who have come to attend formal dinners as guests of
the College.
Study Spaces
There are several places around the College where you can study, both individually and as part of a group. These areas
include the Library, the Dining Hall, the Reflection Room, the Coffee Lounge and the Frances Parsons Building (between
9AM and 10PM). When using these rooms, please be considerate and mindful that other people may also be using these
rooms, so noise levels should be controlled.
Community Security
Your personal safety and that of your property is important to us; to ensure that you feel safe while living at Jane, all outside
doors of the College are kept locked, with the exception of the Aldridge main doors during office hours. The gates of the
College are automatically locked at 9PM every night; if you need to enter the College after this time, your security fob will
grant you access.
Your keys are assigned personally to you, so you must take great care of them as well as the fob. On no account should you
lend your keys to anyone. To protect your belongings, you should keep your bedroom door locked at all times when you're
not inside. Do you really want Ben and Maggie to be able to find your dream journal and let it be known to the entire
College that you think Anthony is a bit of a babe, or that you have a life-sized cardboard cutout of The Rock in your room?
That being said, if you lose your keys and wind up locked outside of the College after office hours, we recommend that you
call the Senior Resident on duty (62100200). But be warned: repeated misplacement or reportage of lost keys which lead to
our SRs having to let you in during the early hours of the morning will have ramifications.
Contact
The College uses your nominated email to communicate with you. Yes, some of us may be seen as prehistoric fossils, and
we know that social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram are things that exist (you may even find one or two staff
members online!), but the email address you applied to Jane Franklin Hall with, or the account that you use most regularly,
should be the only email address used by the College. To ensure that you don’t miss out on any important information that is
sent out by the College, you should check your nominated email regularly including during holiday periods.
20Letters and general correspondence are placed for collection daily in the Aldridge foyer mail slots, except when the College
is closed over the public holidays (even our Receptionist and Assistant Accountant need breaks every now and then!). Both
Morgan and Declan are unable to give parcels or other items of mail to anyone other than the addressee without permission
of the person having the packages delivered. Unless it’s pizza, and then you will have to share with the office staff. Morgan
loves Hawaiian; Declan prefers anything with a ridiculous amount of protein.
At the end of your Residential Agreement, you must arrange for your postal address to be changed. Mail will be forwarded
for a maximum of one month; after this time it will be returned to the sender. Just think about whether or not you want that
million dollars your great aunt Doris may be sending you in the mail.
Furniture and Storage
While you're allowed to bring your own things for your rooms here at Jane, you should not move any furniture or equipment
provided by the College from their allocated space without first seeking the direct permission from the Senior Maintenance
Officer (SMO). Any furniture that is abandoned or left in the corridors will be identified, with a service fee charged against the
occupant of the room.
Once you have permission to move any furniture from your room, you are obliged to move it yourself, or with the help of
friends, in consultation with the SMO. At the end of your Residential Agreement, you are responsible for returning any and all
furniture.
If you have brought your own furniture and equipment with you, they must be removed from the College at the end of your
Residential Agreement, unless a prior arrangement has been organised with the SMO. However, if you have signed a further
Residential Agreement with the College and are returning the following year, you may store smaller or boxed items in our
Box Rooms over the summer period. Couches and armchairs left in rooms without permission from the SMO will find their
way into the skip bins at the end of the year.
Internet Access
At the start of your residency, you will be given a WiFi username and password for your own personal use, with 75GB
provided at the beginning of each month.
You will receive emails from our WiFi provider letting you know when you have used 50%, 75% or have exceeded 100% of
your 75GB, after which your internet speed will slow until the beginning of the next month. You can buy extra data packs of
10GB, 20GB, 50GB, 100GB and 200GB from the front office. Prices will vary based on size.
Guidelines prohibit unethical use of the College’s equipment to breach copyright legislation, engage in commercial activity
or perform acts of harassment or nuisance to others. Please note that use of the network is subject to monitoring by College
and University staff, so we will know if you wind up browsing My Little Pony websites.
IT, Printing and Photocopying Facilities
The IT and printing resources at Jane Franklin Hall are located in the Library. Provided, maintained and primarily managed
by the University of Tasmania, any and all enquiries, problems and feedback are handled by the university help desk, NOT
by Jane Franklin Hall. You can contact the University help desk through service.desk@utas.edu.au, or by calling 03 6226
1818. You can let Morgan or Declan know, but chances are high that they will just tell you to contact the Uni.
Kitchenettes
Each floor of every building comes equipped with a kitchenette for your own use. Regularly supplied with tea, coffee, sugar,
milk and boiling water, the only things you will need is your own mug, crockery and cutlery. As of 2018, residents will have to
collect the milk for kitchenettes from the main kitchen. If you need any help, look for June in the Dining Hall.
As each kitchenette is a communal area, it is very important that excellent hygiene standards are maintained. The use of hair
dye, brushing your teeth or putting on makeup is not appropriate in kitchenettes. That is why we have also supplied you with
bathrooms and mirrors. The bins provided in the kitchenettes are for food wastage only; any personal rubbish, recycling or
discarded cardboard should be disposed of in the bins adjacent to each building. While we all like a midnight snack every
now and then, please be aware that the microwaves set up in the kitchenettes should not be used for cooking at 3AM.
21Laundry
At Jane, you are able to use the washing machines, dryers and washing lines 24/7, at absolutely no cost. As long as you
follow the instructions for using the washers and dryers and don't cause an electrical fire in the process, everything will be
hunky dory! The only thing you will need to bring is your own washing powder.
If any of the laundry equipment malfunctions, you are obliged to contact the Senior Maintenance Officer (SMO) to report the
issue. Do not try and handle the problem yourself.
Maintenance
While you are living at Jane, you are encouraged to help keep the College buildings and grounds in good condition. Any
issues should be reported to the SMO by completing a Maintenance Request form available on the College website. To find
the Maintenance Requests forms, click on the symbol, followed by the Current Resident sub-link, and go to ‘Forms &
Downloads.’ Any requests made of the Maintenance Team will be attended to as soon as possible.
Newsletter
To keep you regularly updated on upcoming events, the lunch and dinner menu for the upcoming week and any items of
interest, a weekly electronic newsletter called Plain Sheet is sent to you via your email address. It is important that you read
this newsletter in case any changes have been made that you need to be aware of.
Parking
Parking spaces at Jane are limited, and while we provide a bus service that will get you from point A to point B, we do
understand that it's nice to be able to have your own car while away at University.
In order to be allocated a parking space, you must have ticked the option during the application process, and have paid the
subsequent fees. Permits need to be displayed at all times, and cannot be swapped between residents after allocation.
Signs at the entrance of Jane will tell you that the speed limit throughout the College is 10KM/h. You're not Lewis Hamilton,
so we kindly ask that you don't drive like a hoon unless you want a hefty penalty charged to your account.
If you prefer to ride a bike rather than drive a car, Jane Franklin Hall has several bicycle sheds where you can store your
bike throughout the Academic year. Bikes are not allowed within the buildings, however, and will be removed if found inside.
The flow of traffic through College grounds is one way from Elboden Street, exiting into Davey Street. Please be aware of all
incoming and outgoing traffic, as suppliers and contractors do use the Davey Street exit from time to time.
If you prefer to take public transport, the Hobart Metro bus service runs daily, with several bus stops along Davey Street.
Arts
Art and music are both becoming more and more prevalent within the Jane community, and throughout the College as a
whole. Every year we see more Arts majors and residents studying at the Conservatorium coming to live at Jane, and an
increasing interest in the Jane Play, the Jane Art Show and the Student Club Committee-run Jane’s Got Talent. You can read
more about these events in the GET INVOLVED AT JANE section of this Handbook. You can also talk to the Activities
Representative of the Student Club Committee to suggest some more Arts and Culture events for Jane.
Sport
Jane Franklin Hall has a history of sporting prowess, which you can be a part of. The College boasts field teams in sports
such as basketball, cricket, football, badminton, cricket, football, hockey, netball rugby, soccer, softball, tennis, table tennis
and volleyball. Many Jane residents have gone on to make a name for themselves on a national or state level in their
respective sports, and some can be seen at formal dinners throughout the year, such as Hobart Hurricanes Captain George
Bailey, amongst others. There is also a growing interest in individual sports and activities, such as hiking, surfing and jogging.
There is a sense of pride and promotion of every kind of sport within the College, and intercollegiate competitions and
events are always a sight to be seen!
Through the inter-college council (Jane Franklin Hall, Christ College and John Fisher College), the Student Club holds the
responsibility for organising and hosting sporting events throughout the year. Neither the Jane Franklin Hall Student Club,
nor the Jane Franklin Hall Management Team will be held responsible for any injuries you may sustain while participating in
a sporting activity, or any subsequent compensation that may arise from that injury.
22Cultural Events
Jane Franklin Hall prides itself on the cultural diversity of the residents who live at Jane, with people coming from all parts of
the world to study at the University of Tasmania. Throughout the year, we make sure to celebrate the multiculturalism and
internationality at Jane by holding events such as International Night, NAIDOC Week, as well as observing religious and
traditional holidays from countries such as India, China, America, Malaysia and so many more! If you want to know more
about upcoming cultural events in 2018, please speak to our International Representative in the Student Club Committee.
Tennis Court
The tennis court (located in front of the Frances Parsons Building) can be used for tennis, netball, basketball and volleyball
between 7am and 10pm every day. If you wish to take the net down at any point, we ask that you please put it back up
before you leave. If the lights have been turned on, please turn them back off when leaving and lock the gate behind you.
Any and all consumption of alcohol is banned while on the tennis court.
After Hours
After the Front Office closes each day at 5:30PM, the Senior Residents are on duty until 8:30AM the next morning and all
day throughout the weekend. During the evening, if you have an issue that needs to be dealt with immediately and cannot
wait until office hours, please call the Senior Residents on 62100200 and they will come and help you. If you are unable to
reach a Senior Resident on the first try, persist until they are able to answer the phone.
The external gates on Elboden and Davey Street are electronically shut at 10pm each night; if you are stuck outside the
gates after this time, you will need to use the security fob attached to your keys to gain access. If your security fob or the soft
grey pad have been damaged or cannot be read by the electronic scanner at the gate, please call the Senior Resident on
duty on 62100200 so they can let you in. For any damaged or lost fobs, please let the Front Office know at your earliest
available time.
Quiet Time
Quiet Time is a Jane tradition which occurs just before exam time which allows all residents the opportunity to study for their
mid-year and end-of-year exams without noise distractions. Study Breaks are included, allowing you to grab something to
eat, catch up with friends and just relax and enjoy the fresh air before hitting the books again. More information and a
timetable for Study Breaks will be provided closer to exam time, but an extra kicker is that you will be provided with a lovely
afternoon tea during Quiet Time to help keep your energy levels up, as well as some lollies provided by the Jane
Management Team before your exams.
External Guests
Every now and then your parents, partner or friend may come down to Hobart for a visit, and wish to stay at Jane for a night
or two. If this is something that happens, please let the Front Office know so that they may organise an extra mattress to be
placed in your room. While your food costs are covered in your fees, parents/partners/friends will need to purchase a
Lunch/Dinner ticket from the Front Office. Regular tickets cost $15, while Formal Dinner tickets cost $25. However, parents
are allowed four free meals each semester, so please come and collect the vouchers for your parents from the Front Office
if they’re coming to visit. You can also talk to the Dining Hall Supervisor and give them your parents’ names so that the
kitchen staff can be made aware of the extra meals.
Libertas
Around the College, you may come across a magazine called Libertas. This is our bi-annual magazine that is sent out either
as hard or electronic copies to our past and present residents, Fellows, Council Members, and Donors, intrastate and
interstate schools. Libertas acts as a way for past residents to reconnect or remain connected to the Jane community after
they’ve left, and allows them to see the future direction of the College, stories by and about residents and events that have
been held throughout the year. The Libertas magazine is available at the Front Office, in the Reception area in the Aldridge
building or on our website.
The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (TSO)
Through the kindness and generosity of our Donors, Dr Hilary and the late Dr Alan Wallace, residents of Jane Franklin Hall
are invited to attend various Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra performances throughout the year, at heavily subsidised
prices. You will receive information regarding upcoming TSO events through the Registrar, and you can put your name
down to attend at the Front Office.
23Half and Full Colours
At the end of year Valedictory Dinners, residents who meet the criteria are presented with either Half- or Full Colours. These
are to show that a resident has participated in a certain number of sports and arts events throughout the year. To be
considered eligible for Half Colours in sports, a resident would need to have participated in between 4 to 6 sporting events;
for Full Colours, you will have had to participate in 7 or more events. A high participation level in arts events and
programmes will also make you eligible for colours in arts, no pun intended.
24Going to the Doctor
The Cost of a Visit
Most doctors charge depending on the length of your appointment and the type of service you
require.
If you can’t meet your appointment, you should cancel to avoid any possible fees.
First Aid and Residential Staff
All residential staff at Jane are certified to perform First Aid. If you require assistance call 62100200 from your mobile.
Making an Appointment
Call during business hours and ask for the next available appointment — either long (around 30 minutes) or short (around 15
minutes). You may get an appointment on the day you call, in a few days or in a week’s time.
For emergencies only, please visit a hospital.
Medicare
Medicare is Australia’s health care system. It lowers or removes the cost of health services such as doctors, optometrists and
hospitals.
Most Australians have access to a Medicare card, either as part of their family or individually.
Bulk Billing
Bulk billing occurs when a Medicare benefit is taken as full payment for the cost of the service provided. This means that you
do not have to pay. Some doctors may not bulk bill students.
Practices that do not bulk bill require payment after your appointment. You can then apply for a Medicare rebate at the
practice or by visiting the Hobart Service Centre located at 30-38 Barrack Street for part of the cost. This is credited into
your bank account.
International Students
In Australia, for non-emergency health concerns you will need to make an appointment with a general
practitioner (GP) from one of the local practices.
If you are an international student, you must purchase private health insurance called Overseas Student Health Cover
(OSHC) as a condition of your visa for the length of your study in Australia.
When health care costs are not fully covered by the policy purchased from your private health insurance providers, you must
pay for any gap in costs. Please be aware that most OSHC providers do not cover any dental expenses.
Health Care and Concession Cards
Health care and concession cards can help low income earners and students to access cheaper health care services and
medicines.
The type of health care or concession card you can claim will depend on:
The type of income support payment you receive.
Your age.
Whether you have dependents.
Other requirements.
For more information on health care and concession cards, visit the Department of Human Services website or call the
Centrelink Students & Trainees line on 132 490.
25Dining
at Jane
As with many residential colleges around the world, communal dining has a key role within
our Jane community. We come together and eat, spend time together and catch up,
support one another and continue to build and grow attachments and bonds with one
another, as well as with our own sense of self.
26Dining Hall
One of the things that sets Jane Franklin Hall apart from other Residential Colleges is that we are fully catered. Because of
this, we would simply ask that when residents are in the dining hall, that you are dressed appropriately (PJs and your
birthday suit are not considered appropriate), that you are sober and display a level of consideration towards your fellow
residents, as well as guests and staff members.
During those warm, summer months (yes, we sometimes have those in Tasmania!), residents are welcome to take their
meals out to the tables on the lawns, but please remember to return plates and cutlery back to the dining hall once you’ve
finished.
Our catering team is here to provide you with the best possible variety of food from a multitude of cultures and countries.
With every meal provided, there is always a halal-friendly and a vegetarian option for our non-carnivorous residents. If you
have any dietary requirements or requests, you are more than welcome to discuss them with the Catering Manager. The one
thing that the kitchen team asks in return is that you don’t come into the Dining Hall in your pyjamas or with bare feet. You’ll
be asked to leave the Dining Hall and return once you’re properly dressed. Thongs are allowed, as we don’t want a riot on
our hands.
Guests are only permitted in the Dining Hall during meal times if they are dining and have paid for their meal in advance.
Having said that, we recognise that your parents should have extra privileges, so as mentioned before, parents are entitled
to four free meals each semester if they wish. Please note that this is for your parents only, not for other family members.
The kitchen will provide food for excursions, camps etc. which are part of a course or field trip. Three working days’ notice is
required on an application form available in the Forms sub-link on the College’s website. Alternatively, if you have a course
for 7 days or more, you may apply for a 25% rebate from your weekly Accommodation Fee for a maximum of one month.
MEAL SERVICE TIMES DURING SEMESTER
Breakfast 7:00 am to 9:30 am (7:00 am to 10:00 am on weekends)
Lunch 12:00 noon to 1:30pm
Dinner 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Formal Dinner 6:30 pm to approximately 8:00 pm (Fellows’ and Alumni nights excepted)
Over the holiday period, meal service time may be shortened if there are a significant number of people returning home
between semesters. The Dining Hall is typically closed at 10PM, with residents who have placed a late meal request being
able to use the Hall. Please be aware that during formal dinner nights, late meals are not available.
If you wish to place a late order meal, late meal requests can be made through the Jane Franklin Hall website. Late meals
are available until 10pm. If this causes an issue, please feel free to discuss it with the Student Wellbeing Manager.
From this year on, the kitchen will be packaging up some of the leftover storable food from the previous evening’s dinner
and leaving it in the dining hall fridge. You are welcome to help yourself to these meals outside the usual meal times, but
please be aware of the recommended storage conditions, as we will not be liable for anyone getting sick for improper food
storage. This is currently on a trial basis, so we trust you to be able to keep the Dining Hall clean outside of meal times, and
it may not happen with every evening meal, depending on what is for dinner, and how much people eat. But if it can be
done, it will be done. Everyone gets the munchies, and we don’t want to see you get hangry.
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