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Staff Notices: 4 - 8 February 2008
Table of Contents
- Uni in the News
- General Information for Staff
- Events
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Information for Researchers
Uni in the News
Australia Day Honours 2008
Congratulations to those members of the University of Adelaide alumni community whose contributions to their field and their community were acknowledged in the 2008 Australia Day Honours List.
Companion in the Order of Australia (AC)
Emeritus Professor Denise Irene Bradley AC (Dip Ed 1965)
for service to higher education through leadership and sector-wide governance, to the promotion of information-based distance learning, and to the advancement of Australian educational facilities internationally.
Officer in the Order of Australia (AO)
Mr John Andrew AO (Prof Cert Arbitration 2005)
for service to the Parliament of Australia through the advancement of parliamentary administration and reform, and to the community in the areas of agricultural research, development and education.
The Honourable Dean Brown AO (Friend of the University of Adelaide)
for service to the Parliament of South Australia, to the promotion of economic development and reform, and through enhancing business and investment opportunities.
Professor John Findlay AO (BAgSc 1966, BAgSc(Hons) 1967, PhD 1971)
for service to medicine in the field of reproductive endocrinology as a researcher through contributions to the regulation and promotion of assisted reproductive technology and treatment, and to the development of national and international health programs.
Dr Rex Lipman AO (BDS 1951)
for service to the tourism and hospitality industry, particularly as a founder of the International College of Hotel Management, and to education through support of learning opportunities for young people.
Professor Michael Joseph Miller AO (BE (Elec) 1961, Dip Ed 1970)
for service to science, particularly through leadership roles in the innovation and development of future generation telecommunications technology.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
Mr John Alexander Fotheringham AM (BTech (Civil) 1969)
for service to the motoring and insurance industries, particularly through leadership roles, the promoting of road safety, and as an advocate for motorists and the community.
Dr Adam Jamrozik AM (DipSocSc 1966, BA(Hons) 1969)
for service to sociology as an educator, researcher and author, particularly through contributions to social policy in Australia.
Professor John James McNeil AM (MBBS 1971)
for service to preventive medicine and to epidemiology as a researcher and educator and as a contributor to the development of public health policy.
Mr Theo Maras AM (Friend of the University of Adelaide)
for service to the building and construction industry in South Australia, and to the Greek community through a range of administrative roles and the promotion of Hellenic culture and tradition in Australia.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
Dr Arthur Beckwith OAM (RDA 1932, D Univ 2004)
for service to the Australian wine industry through contributions towards enhancing the quality and efficiency of the winemaking process.
Mrs Ailsa Hill-Ling OAM (BSc 1955, Dip Ed 1979)
for service to the community, particularly through St Ann's College.
Professor David Kemp OAM (BSc(Hons) 1969, PhD 1973)
for service to medical research as a molecular biologist, particularly in the areas of tropical health and infectious diseases, through contributions to Indigenous health and to professional organisations.
Mr David Lindh OAM (LLB 1969)
for service to business, particularly within the resources and energy sectors as a company director, and to equestrian sport.
Mr Mark Hugh Lloyd OAM (BSc 1973)
for service to the tourism and hospitality industry as a contributor to the development of the McLaren Vale region as a premium wine and food tourism destination, as a wine maker, and to the arts.
Master Peter Norman OAM (LLB 1971)
for service to the law, particularly through contributions in the areas of crime prevention, forensic science and offender welfare.
Ms Elizabeth Raupach OAM (BA 1975, Dip Ed 1978)
for service to the visual and performing arts, particularly in the areas of education, administration and training.
Mr Colin Read OAM (BEc 1972, Dip Ed 1974)
for service to the community of Noarlunga through a range of aged welfare, service and local government organisations, and to Technical and Further Education in South Australia.
Dr Michael Sawyer OAM (PhD (Med) 1992)
for service to medicine in the field of child and adolescent mental health as a researcher and educator, particularly through contributions to the design of new programs of intervention and through the promotion of community awareness.
Dr Arthur Woods OAM (MBBS 1957)
for service to medicine in the field of anaesthetics as a clinician, teacher and examiner, and to the community.
Public Service Medal (PSM)
Mr Andrew Close PSM (BE (Civil)(Hons) 1973, ME 1977)
for outstanding public service in the development and use of computer-based systems to model water quality and water supply management within the Murray-Darling Basin.
Dr Martin Parkinson PSM (BEc 1980, BEc(Hons) 1981)
for outstanding public service as a key contributor to the 2007 Report of the Task Group on Emissions Trading and, more broadly, to Australia's economic and financial relations.
Ms Joslene Mazel PSM (LLB 1999)
for outstanding public service to Indigenous communities in South Australia.
Emergency Services Medal (ESM)
Mr Graeme Wynwood ESM (Grad Cert Ret Nurs 1999)
South Australia Emergency Services
General Information for Staff
Annual Meeting of the University Community
Date/Time: Monday 18 February, 12:00noon-1:00pm
Venue: Bonython Hall
Section 18 of the University of Adelaide Act 1971 requires the University Council to convene a meeting of the University community within 2 months of the commencement of each financial year. (The University's financial year commences on 1 January.) Accordingly a meeting of the University community will be held at 12:00-1:00pm on Monday 18 February 2008 in Bonython Hall. "University community means the Council, members of the academic staff, members of the general (professional) staff, graduates and students".
The meeting will include reports from the Chancellor and the Vice-Chancellor and President and an opportunity to ask questions. The Vice-Chancellor and President will preside at the meeting.
There will be a video link from Bonython Hall to Room 205 of the Charles Hawker Centre at the Waite Campus and to Room GO5 of the Eastick Building at the Roseworthy Campus. Viewers at these locations will be able to see and hear proceedings in Bonython but will not be able to ask questions.
Academic Board: On-line Election of General (Professional) Staff Members
There will be an election to the Academic Board of two members of the general (professional) staff, at a classification of HEO7 or above, elected by the general staff who are employed for at least 0.5 of a full time equivalent position.
Nominations to the two positions are invited. A nomination must be made on the prescribed form and must reach the Returning Officer in Room G10 in the Mitchell Building, before 5:00pm on Wednesday 13 February 2008. Nomination forms and further information may be obtained from:
www.adelaide.edu.au/governance/council/elections/
North Terrace Redevelopment Stage 2
Changed traffic conditions on North Terrace opposite University car parks
This will affect users of the two university car parks, viz: the one on the south side at 251 North Tce and the one on the north side, the Underground Car Park via gate 23.
The change by the Adelaide City Council involves the completion of the new median strip in the middle of North Terrace and once completed (4/2/08) it will prevent vehicles from turning right into and out of these car parks. That is, it will result in 'a left turn only into and out' of these car parks. This is a permanent arrangement as per the Adelaide City Council's North Terrace Redevelopment Stage 2.
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If you require clarification, visit Security Office in person or phone 8303 5990.
The Committee for Learning and Teaching Awards
Call for Expressions of Interest, Carrick Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning
The Committee for Learning and Teaching Awards is now calling for expressions of interest in participating in this year's round of Carrick Citations. Originally due on February 8, the time for submission of the two page EOI has been extended to close of business on Thursday 14 February.
The coversheet and pro formas for the EOI are available on the DVC&VP(A) website or through the links provided below. You have a choice of using either a serif (Times New Roman) or a sans serif font (Verdana). The pro formas will guide you through all requirements, but if you have any questions or would like some assistance and advice, contact Barbara Brougham, phone 0437 649 976 (mobile) or 8303 4721.
Expression of Interest cover sheet
pro forma A - Times New Roman
pro forma B - Verdana
Please submit your EOI electronically to Barbara Brougham, using the following file naming convention: firstinitiallastname_citeoi2008.doc (for example, bbrougham_citeoi2008.doc), by 6:00pm Thursday, 14 February.
Prudential Services and Insurance websites launched
The 2008 Insurance Policy guides are now available on a new-and-improved insurance website, which includes FAQs for common insurance issues. See also the newly expanded Prudential Services website, for information about the wide range of legal, compliance, policy and risk management services the Prudential team can provide to assist and support your University projects and activities.
Online Community information website launched
The Development and Alumni office is pleased to announce that the University of Adelaide will be launching an Online Community in July 2008.
The Online Community will be a new and exciting way of engaging alumni, giving users the opportunity to network, socialise and access special benefits in a secure and private online environment.
A website has been developed to provide more information on the implementation project, who can access the community and the benefits the community will provide to users.
Please take the opportunity to find out more about the University of Adelaide Online Community and implementation project at: www.adelaide.edu.au/alumni/community/ and be part of this new era in alumni relations.
Beijing Olympics connection
University staff and students who have a connection with this year's Beijing Olympics - as a participant, volunteer or any other association - are asked to contact the editor of Lumen, Candy Gibson, phone 8303 3173. This association could include research-related projects, assisting with construction, or even working at the Olympics as a translator, competitor, or in another capacity.
Vacant Positions
Events
Research Tuesday with Professor Nick Harvey
Sea-level rise, coastal impacts and management implications
Date: Tuesday 12 February, 5:30pm
Venue: Level 1, Napier Building
Free public seminar.
Professor Nick Harvey is Executive Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of Adelaide and one of the lead authors of the 2007 Fourth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Bookings: research.tuesdays@adelaide.edu.au or phone 8303 3692.
For further information, visit the Research Tuesdays web site.
Counselling Services Free Workshops Semester 1, 2008
Meditation Level 1 - Concentration and Calm
Wednesdays 1:10-2:00pm, 5 March - 9 April (Students may join this group at any time)
Yoga and Mind-Body Awareness
Thursdays 12:10-1:00pm, 6 March - 3 April then returns on 1 May - 5 June (Bookings Essential) Students Only
Honours Workshop
Tuesday 11 March, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Required)
Controlled Breathing - Using the breath as an aid to managing stress, anxiety or depression
Monday 31 March, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Required) Students Only
Yoga Breathing Workshop - An aid for study and managing stress
Monday 7 April, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Essential) Students Only
Managing a PhD - For first year PhD Students
Tuesday 29 April, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Required)
Meditation Level 2 Mindfulness
Wednesdays 1:10-2:00pm, 30 April - 18 June (Students may join this group at any time)
Stress Less Exams
Monday 12 May, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Essential)
Getting Back On Track - 10 simple tips to get you back on the study track
Monday 19 May, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Required)
Managing Stress and Being a Successful Student
Monday 26 May, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Required)
Improve your Sleep Workshop
Monday 2 June, 1:10-2:00pm (Bookings Essential)
Counselling Services, Ground Floor, Horace Lamb Building. Phone 8303 5663.
www.adelaide.edu.au/counselling_centre/
Field Geology Club of SA lecture
The Precambrian Plate Jigsaw Puzzle
By Dr Karin Barovich, Senior Lecturer
Discipline of Geology and Geophysics, University of Adelaide
The idea of plate reconstruction has fascinated geologists since the first maps were made. It is less than one hundred years ago that scientists thought the continents had always been in the same place and had the same shape. It is now well known that, on the contrary, they have always been on the move, and still are. But how did they all fit together in earliest geological times? This is the problem that Karin will address, with special reference to Australia.
Venue: Mawson Lecture Theatre, Mawson Laboratories
Date/Time: Thursday 14 February, 7:40pm
Visitors are warmly invited to attend. For further details contact (the Publicity Officer) Paul Curnow, phone 0402 079 578.
The Field Geology Club of SA is associated with the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences.
Training & Development Opportunities
Free Microsoft Office certification - over $100 of value
The University of Adelaide is an Microsoft Office Specialist Authorised Testing Centre and is able to provide certified online testing in the Office applications of Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Staff are encouraged to attend a free practice session and then sit a free exam valued at over $100. Managers are encouraged to support this useful staff certification to maximise productivity. Details can be found at: www.adelaide.edu.au/its/training/ms_cert/ms_assess/.
e-Portfolio Presentation
An information session for teaching and administrative staff on 'PebblePad' a purpose built e-portfolio system. This session will be of particular interest to staff who are wishing to prepare teaching portfolios for tenure and promotion, or who are applying for learning and teaching prizes and awards.
Date/Times: Friday 15 February 2008
10:00am-11:30pm, Presentation, Kerr Grant Lecture Theatre
2:30pm-4:30pm, Repeat Workshop (limited places available)
Please email Marilyn Purdy at CLPD to register your interest, or phone 8303 5771. You can also download a flyer from the CLPD website.
Organisational & Professional Development Workshops
Mentoring Workshop
Date/Time: Thursday 14 February, 9:00am-1:00pm
Venue: Margaret Murray Room, Level 4, Union Building
For more information and to enrol please visit the Mentoring webpage.
PDR Training for Staff
Date/Time: Monday 3 March, 9:00am-12:00noon
Venue: CLPD, Level 2, Schulz Building (enter via western end)
For more information and to enrol please visit the PDR webpage.
The Legal Aspect of Records Management and Communication
Date/Time: Wednesday 5 March, 10:00am-12:00noon
Venue: Hoods Room, Level 1, University Staff Club
For more information and to enrol please visit the University Management Practices webpage.
Introduction to Tertiary Teaching
An introduction for newly appointed academic teaching staff (sessional, contract or tenurable). This workshop is an opportunity for new staff to meet with CLPD staff, to focus on initial learning and teaching issues and to plan access to further support and development opportunities available to academic teaching staff at the University of Adelaide.
Date: Friday 22 February, 9:00am-11:00am
Venue: CLPD, Level 2, Schulz Building
For further information visit the Learning and Teaching website.
Staff Development Opportunity in Online Learning
Three fee-waived places are still available to University of Adelaide teaching staff to enrol in the Graduate Certificate in Online Learning (Higher Education) in 2008.
For further information and an application form visit the Grad Cert Online Learning website.
Are you preparing a Course or Student Handbook for 2008?
Information and contact details of the CLPD's Language and Learning Service and the Maths Learning Service are available for 2008. If you are preparing student or course handbooks, or updating related websites, these details can be downloaded from the CLPD website for inclusion, or requested by email to Peter Murdoch at the CLPD.
Professional & Continuing Education
Understanding and Using Statistics
Wednesday 6 February
5% discount for University of Adelaide staff.
For further information or to enrol please email Marziah Zarazillah or phone 8303 4777, or visit our website at: www.adelaide.edu.au/pce to view our extensive program offering.
Information for Researchers
Adelaide Research & Innovation
The latest 'commUNIcate RESEARCH' newsletter is available online.
Research Branch
See the Research Branch newsletter for the latest information on major grant rounds and information sessions, a selection of competitive grants and prizes now open for application and other research-related news.
