Please note - Swinburne University of Technology

ContactIActivities Department
This department is a sub-unit of the Contact Centre and the
responsibility of the Activities Office. In conjunction with the
management committee the Activities Office develops,
organises and presents the social programs for the year. This
unit works closely with Clubs and Societies in order to promote
activities jointly between clubs and the Union. The Activities
Office is located at The Corner Cafe.
Clubs and societies
Another sub-unit of Contact, the Clubs and Societies office is
located in the Contact Centre. This unit's responsibility is to
promote the involvement of students in the Swinburne
community through participation in groups with a common
interest. The Clubs and Societies office will assist with queries
regarding the starting of clubs, affiliation and support with
resources.
Union Bus
The Student Union provides a Toyota Hiace (12 seater) van for
use by clubs and societies for their functions if required.
Bookings can only be made at the Contact Desk. It serves as a
night bus to transport students (after daylight hours) to their
respective place of residence or vehicles. This eliminates the risk
of harm to the majority of women students who utilise this
service.
Orientation week
Orientation occurs during the first week of academic classes.
During orientation a diversity of entertainment is provided to
encourage students to become involved and participate in the
campus activities. Orientation week provides the opportunity for
students to familiarise themselves with services and the new
University studying environment and to build support networks
and confidence. It facilitates the establishing of friendships with
other new and returning students. A program of activities for
the week is available prior to the commencement of
Orientation.
Contactlinformation desk
The Contact/lnformation Desk located in the Contact Centre is
the 'nerve centre' of the Student Union for information on Union
services, activities and coming events - in effect a directory of
all Union services. Students will find a 'Friendly Contact Worker'
who will provide assistance on how to survive at Swinburne. The
desk also has listings of various off-campus groups which you
may wish to become involved with.
The Desk operates as the ticket sales point for Union activities.
and sells T-shirts, windcheaters, and other Union memorabilia.
The Australian Buying Advisory Service (ABAS) is available at no
charge to students. This service guarantees that the price you
have been quoted is in fact an unbeatable offer. So if you are
considering buying a camera, television, stereo, etc., see us.
Reading room/photocopying sewice
The room is designed for quiet reading and discussion, in a nonsmoking
environment. Newspapers, magazines and information
on various groups, issues and organisations are located in this
area. Also located adjacent to the lounge are a bank of
photocopiers. The copiers produce good quality A3/A4 copies at
a very competitive price. It is located in the Contact Centre.
Tool library
The Tool Library is located in the Contact Centre, telephone
214 8291. As the library is a non-profit operation, its hire rates
are very reasonable (I/, of the retail price!). All equipment hire
requires a deposit and studentlstaff ID. Library catalogues are
available from the Contacblnformation Desk, Tool Library and
the Union Office.
Equipment available includes: lawn mowers, mulchers, engine
tune-up kit, arc welder, brush-cutters, wallpaper remover, auto
tools, orbital sanders, percussion drills, belt sanders, barbeques,
PA system, tents and rucksacks.
Radio station
3SSR - Swinburne Student Radio.
Location: fourth level of the Union Building.
The Radio Station is run by a committee which consists of:
Program Director
Publicity and Promotions Director
Station Manager
Technical Officer
3SSR provides students with a variety of music and other
programs which are broadcast to a number of outlets. Students
are involved in various activities at the station including
production of 'on air' programs (DJ'ing) and the general running,
management and organisation of station activities.
Facilities at 3SSR include a comprehensive record library,
cartridge production facilities, an 'on air' broadcast studio, and
various related equipment including an eight-channel mixing
desk, a four-track reel-to-reel, a half-track mastering reel-to-reel
and an assortment of microphones and leads.
Anyone interested in becoming involved in 3SSR activities
should contact one of the committee members in the radio
station offices located on the fourth level of the Union Building.
Catering Department
The Greenhouse Coffee Lounge
Situated on the third level of the Union Building, this is a
comfortable and popular lounge specialising in cappucinos, hot
chocolates and herbal teas. The Greenhouse serves quality cakes
and pastries and lunchtime specials of pasta, gourmet open pies,
quiches and salads. Ideal for those who want strong coffee, a
quiet chat and an absence of large crowds. Seats 100.
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 9.30am-3.30pn-1, Friday
9.30am-2.00pm. Telephone: 214 8530.
The Ethel Caf
The largest cafeteria on campus, the Ethel is located on the third
level of the Union Building adjacent to the Coffee Lounge. This
cafeteria provides a large variety of hot and cold meals, a variety
of vegetarian dishes and a chef who will cheerfully cater for an
individual's special diet needs.
The Ethel has the table space for large groups of students to
chat over coffee or lunch. Seats 300.
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday 8.00am-3.30pm, Friday
8.00am-2.30pm. Telephone: 214 81 72,214 81 74,214 8247.