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Staff Notices: 19 - 23 April 2010

Table of Contents

• Uni in the News
• General Information for Staff
• Events
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Information for Researchers

Uni in the News

Hill to become Uni of Adelaide Chancellor

Former Australian ambassador to the United Nations, the Hon. Robert Hill, has been appointed Chancellor of the University of Adelaide for a two-year term commencing 26 July 2010. Mr Hill, a former federal Senator, is chair of the Australian Carbon Trust Ltd and is an Adjunct Professor in Sustainability at the United States Studies Centre, University of Sydney. University of Adelaide Deputy Chancellor, Pamela Martin, said Mr Hill had a longstanding interest in education, and she expected he would help the University with its future growth plans. Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor James McWha, said Mr Hill's "immense experience and expertise" would prove invaluable as the University continued to build its great research tradition. Mr Hill said he looked forward to his new responsibility of supporting the University to build on its reputation as a great institution for education and scholarship. Mr Hill, who is an Adelaide graduate in arts and law, will be the University's 15^th Chancellor and will succeed the Hon. John von Doussa QC, who retires from the position on 25 July.

Source: The Australian, 9 April 2010
Uni full story: New Chancellor appointed to University of Adelaide

Study links heart disease to ovary cysts

An Australian study has identified a previously unsuspected cause of heart disease in women, the hormonal disorder polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The condition affects about ten per cent of women of reproductive age and it is a leading cause of infertility. Adelaide-based researchers have warned that young women with PCOS may show signs of irregular heart function otherwise expected in much older patients with known heart disease. "The degree of blood clotting and blood vessel abnormalities seen in women with PCOS in this study was very striking," said Dr Alicia Chan, a cardiologist at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and PhD student with the University of Adelaide's Robinson Institute. "With women now making up almost half of all Australians affected by heart disease, it's very important that we understand the link between PCOS and these heart disease risk factors," she said. "This is the first study to suggest that PCOS is strongly associated with an increased risk of heart disease independent of women's weight or evidence of diabetes." A larger study will now be staged in a bid to confirm the results.

Source: Sydney Morning Herald, 14 April 2010
Uni full story: Women with hormonal disorder at risk of heart disease

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General Information for Staff

Lecture Recording & Audio Visual 'Sandpit' Venue

As part of the Learning & Teaching Program, Technology Services have created an Audio Visual 'Sandpit' venue in the Plaza Building (Room 2060), where lecturers can trial new Audio Visual (AV) technologies to familiarise themselves with their use. This venue contains the latest lecture recording equipment including:

• MyMedia Capture Application
• Rechargeable Microphone
• Dual Wide Screen Projection
• Team Board (Interactive white board)
• Document Capture Camera
• Waycom Tablet with PC interface

The venue is available to lecturers for booking on Mondays and Fridays between 9:00am and 2:00pm, and a representative from Technology Services can be present if required, to provide assistance with the equipment. The same system has been installed in the Napier Building (Room G04) to be used as part of lecture presentation.

If you would like to make a booking, please email Teaching Technologies at: audiovisual@adelaide.edu.au.

For more information on this venue and how to make a booking you can visit: www.adelaide.edu.au/its/av/sandpit.html or contact AV on 8303 3933.

 

The CBS Project go-live is Monday, 16^th August 2010

The current version of PeopleSoft will be replaced by the new web-based version in August 2010. For all academic and professional staff of the University, come mid-August you will have an easy access, intuitive system which delivers:

• Staff Services Online (SSO) which allows staff to manage leave, pay and banking details and personal information
• Upgraded and enhanced Human Resources and payroll system
• An upgraded Student Administration system

Prior to the 'Go-Live' date on 16 August, you will be seeing regular updates on project activities. Included in these updates will be details about the move to the new system beginning 6 August. There will also be additional communications to help you prepare for changes, from roadshows to emails and invitations to attend end-user training.

For additional information, please visit the CBS Project website at: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/cbs/ or contact Kristen Hassan, CBS Change Management Team.

 

Safe Steps Campaign

Daylight saving has passed and the nights are getting darker as winter approaches. Leaving the campus alone at night can be dangerous and we encourage you to take precautionary actions to ensure you travel safely to your car, bus, train or taxi.

This week flyers will be distributed on campus providing you with basic safety advice and Security contact numbers.

To make sure you get home safely please follow these Safe Steps at all times:

• Follow the most open and well-lit public path.
• Whenever possible, walk with a friend or in a group or contact Security to arrange an escort if you are walking alone after dusk.
• If alone, stay alert and be aware of your surroundings - confidence deters attackers.
• Carry a personal alarm or whistle and be prepared to call for help.
• Avoid undergrowth and be wary of strangers.
• Move your car closer to buildings during the day if you are planning on staying on campus after dark.

Use these FREE after hours campus security services:

Security Escort Service
If you have to walk to a parked car or near-campus residence after dark where no alternative means of secure transport is available and you have concerns for your safety please contact your Security Service's after-dark Security Escort Service. Please call the Service well before you need to leave the building to arrange a time and place to meet.

Shuttle bus service (North Terrace)
During term, an air-conditioned FREE shuttle bus service runs hourly from the Security Office on Western Drive between 5:15pm - 11:00pm to take students and staff up to 2.5km from the University. A map of the bus route is located in the North Terrace Security Office.

Store these phone numbers in your mobile, diary or wallet:

Campus Security Emergency - 830 35444
Campus Security Escort (North Terrace) - 830 35990
Campus Security Escort (Waite) - 830 37200
Campus Security Escort (Roseworthy) - 830 37999

 

Review of the School of Chemistry and Physics

The University is currently undertaking a review of the School of Chemistry and Physics in the Faculty of Sciences. Staff, students and members of the University community are invited to make a submission to the review on matters relevant to the Terms of Reference, which are available on the Quality and Reviews website at: www.adelaide.edu.au/pvclq/reviews/current/.

Submissions can be sent via email to: qualityandreviews@adelaide.edu.au or via mail to:
Manager, Quality and Reviews
Quality and Reviews
University of Adelaide SA 5005

The deadline for submissions is 5:00pm, Friday 14 May 2010. All submissions remain confidential.

For further information please contact Wayne Pritchard, Manager, Quality and Reviews, on 8303 5902.

 

Prospective Students Office e-news

Staff are encouraged to get involved with Uni student recruitment activities. To find out more about the Prospective Students Office and how you can become involved, see the PSO e-news April 2010.

 

Tips for TRIMinising

Did you know Action Tracking can be used to track the flow of documents in TRIM?

Actions are assigned to documents with set due dates for completion. Records with actions assigned to you appear in your Records Due Tray in TRIM.

A suite of actions are available in TRIM. Examples of some Actions that can be applied include –

FOR APPROVAL

FOR DISCUSSION

FOR REVIEW

RECOMMENDATION REQUIRED

If you or your Business Unit would like to learn more about Action Tracking or attend an Action Tracking Training Course please contact the TRIM Help Desk on 35334.

For further information please refer to D2010/13362 Action Tracking User Manual or go to https://www.adelaide.edu.au/records/trim/manuals/ under the heading 'User Manuals'.

TRIM Team.

 

Launch into ORBIT!

Did you know that you can set yourself a reminder about a seminar advertised in the ORBIT Researcher Profile module, so that you will receive an email the day before the seminar to remind you of it? From the Seminars and Major Events screen, just click on the blue Topic link to view the details of the seminar, and then check the Reminder box.

For further assistance, contact the ORBIT helpdesk at: orbit@adelaide.edu.au or phone 8303 1391.

https://orbit.adelaide.edu.au

 

Vacant Positions

www.adelaide.edu.au/jobs/

 

Events

ECIC Information Night - Invitation

The Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation and Innovation Centre

The ECIC is delighted to invite you to an information night as part of the 2010 Australian Innovation Festival.

Come along for an exciting presentation by IT entrepreneur, Didier Elzinga, and informative discussion plus Q&A, by the academic leaders of the ECIC. Discover exciting opportunities for postgraduate study in the areas of Commercialisation, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Project Management.

This is an excellent opportunity to talk with past and current entrepreneurs who have experienced our programs. Find out how the University of Adelaide and the ECIC helped them learn how to commercialise ideas, become more innovative, develop and manage projects and acquire the skills needed to pursue entrepreneurial activities. In addition, leading experts will be available to discuss the diverse program options applicants can pursue via intensive delivery mode.

Guest speaker: Didier Elzinga, an Adelaide graduate, former CEO of Rising Sun Pictures, co-founder of Rising Sun Research, and founder and CEO of Culture Amp

Lucky door prize: Win an Apple iPad!

Date/Time: Tuesday 4 May 2010, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Medina Grand Treasury, 2 Flinders Street, Adelaide

RSVP by Wednesday 28 April 2010.
Book online: http://ecic.adelaide.edu.au/events/aif/

ECIC contact: 8303 7422

Download: ECIC Information Night flyer (pdf)

 

ATEM Central Region 2010 Annual Conference

Future Directions for Tertiary Education
Thinking big and making it real: challenges and opportunities beyond 2010

The region has been fortunate to secure a number of nationally recognised speakers who will take attendees on a journey from the current tertiary education context to a range of possible futures. The conference program will also offer tertiary education managers and staff the opportunity to reflect on how we respond to the current challenges as well as possible futures.

Date/Time: Wednesday 26 May 2010, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: Adelaide Pavilion

Download: ATEM Conference flyer (pdf)

 

Women's Health Expo

Date/Time: Wednesday 21 April 2010, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Barr Smith Lawns

The SRC's Women's Health Expo covers all aspects of women's holistic health: physical health and fitness, mental health, sexual health and healthy relationships.

Staff and students are invited to attend and visit a wide range of displays from key organisations such as The Cancer Council and Shine, as well as some essential university and AUU support services. Showbags, music, cupcakes and interactive activities all feature at the expo. Check out the full list of organisations attending, or get further information at the AUU website.

 

Training & Development Opportunities

The Balanced Scorecard 13/14 May - Executive Education Unit

Are you a middle to senior level manager or professional, looking to design, develop and implement new and more meaningful measures of business performance for your Faculty/Division or School by aligning your strategy and operational requirements? If so, this program is for you.

The Balanced Scorecard will work through a logical sequence to help you analyse and devise tailored measures based on your strategic objectives.

10% discount for University of Adelaide staff.
For further information, please contact: Kateryna Katsman (phone 8313 3268).

 

2010 TEM Conference Grant

The ATEM Central Region Committee is pleased to offer a Tertiary Education Management (TEM) Conference grant to University of Adelaide staff, valued at the early bird registration fee of $895. The 2010 TEM Conference is being held this year in Melbourne. The grants are available for Central region members who meet the below selection criteria.

Purpose
The purpose of the grants is to support ATEM Central Region members' professional development by assistance to attend the annual TEM conference. Details on the conference are available at: www.temc.org.au.

Selection Criteria
Applications should address the following criteria:

• applicants must be current financial members of ATEM (Central Region);
• potential for professional development; indicated through supporting statements from a professional referee (not necessarily an immediate supervisor);
• financial and professional need, as indicated by the applicant.

Preference will be given to applicants who have been members for at least twelve months and who satisfy one or more of the following:

• have not had an opportunity to attend previous TEM conferences;
• are paid a salary not exceeding the maximum incremental step of the HEO7 classification;
• are submitting a paper for presentation at the TEM conference;
• have not previously received an ATEM grant from the Central Region;
• provide evidence of having sought funding from their university.

Applications, including supporting statements, should be forwarded by Friday 14 May 2010 to: Gregory Wright, Flinders University.

 

Assessing Online

There are still vacancies in 'Assessing Online', a Strategies for Online Learning Seminar hosted by CLPD.
The seminar will overview the various assessment features available within MyUni including the electronic submission of assignments, self and peer assessment, checking for plagiarism (SafeAssign), creation of quizzes (MyUni Test Manager, Articulate Quizmaker and Respondus), and publisher test banks. It will also provide discipline examples of interactive quizzes and discuss how quizzes can be used for diagnostic as well as formative and summative purposes including designing effective feedback.

Date/Time: Wednesday 21 April 2010, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Venue: CLPD, Level 2, Schulz Building West

You can download the seminars flyer (pdf) from the training page on the MyUni Support website.

To book for the seminar go to the University Course Booking System.

 

Team-Based Learning (TBL) workshop series

The Education Research Group of Adelaide and the University of Adelaide Business School are pleased to present Team-Based Learning: a workshop series by Jim Sibley, Director, Centre for Instructional Support at the University of British Columbia, Canada.

The four-workshop series will run over two days, Wednesday 5 May & Thursday 6 May.

Team-Based Learning is a teaching approach designed specifically for large classes. It uses student teams to create active and dynamic learning in lectures and seminars, and to put an emphasis on student accountability for learning. It positions the lecturer as an expert guide available to students as they engage with core concepts in preparatory readings and then in discussion and activities in class.

This is a rare opportunity to attend one or more workshops by someone who is regarded as one of the leading exponents of TBL in the world. Spaces are strictly limited, so it would be best to register your attendance by email to Kerrie LeLievre as soon as possible.

For more information please download the TBL workshops flyer (pdf) from the ERGA website.

 

Transforming Assessment Webinar

A free webinar (web based seminar), the first in the 2010 series titled 'Transforming Assessment', will be led by Professor Geoffrey Crisp, Director of the University of Adelaide's Centre for Learning and Professional Development. Geoff will present on the changes in the student learning environment afforded by Web 2.0 and virtual worlds and lead an interactive discussion with participants on why assessment practices need to change in response to these new learning environments.

To participate in the seminar you will need to:

1. have an Internet connected computer;
2. have a headset (mic and speakers/earphones);
3. have run the Setup Wizard prior to the session time.

To run the Setup Wizard please go to: http://192.160.71.198/launcher.cgi?room=transformingassessment.

The live webinar session:

• Will be held at 4:30pm
• On Wednesday 12 May
• Please ensure you plug in the headset, and
• Go to: http://192.160.71.198/launcher.cgi?room=transformingassessment.
• The event will be recorded and an archive made available on the Transforming Assessment website for reference.

More information about the seminar series can be found at: http://www.transformingassessment.com/events.php.

 

Awards and Grants 2010

Please note below the closing dates for applications for both University of Adelaide and Australian Learning and Teaching Council Awards and Grants for 2010. If you are interested in nominating for an award or applying for a grant (up to $220,000 available for grants related to teaching and learning), please contact the Teaching Awards and Grants Office (TAG) as soon as possible to begin the development of your application.

Contact the TAG Office for an appointment:

Email Barbara Brougham or phone 0437 649 976, or email Janet Hart or phone 8303 3496 (Thursday-Friday).

ALTC Awards
Friday 30 April	Citations
Friday 9 July	Excellence in Teaching
Friday 9 July	Program Awards (Student Support)
ALTC Grants
Thursday 3 June	Competitive Grants
Thursday 1 July	Leadership (round 2)
Thursday 29 July	Priority Projects (round 2)
University of Adelaide Awards
Monday 9 August	Excellence in Education
Monday 11 October	Stephen Cole The Elder
Monday 11 October	Professional Staff
Monday 11 October	Higher Degree

 

The Writing Centre

The Writing Centre is staffed by Academic Learning & Language (ALL) lecturers who offer individual consultations to students currently enrolled at the University of Adelaide. They can help students to develop their essay and report writing skills.

Venue: CLPD, Level 2, Schulz Building West.

Visit the CLPD website for more information and details of opening hours.

 

Academic Skills Seminars for Students

These seminars are designed to assist students to become academically more successful. Sessions include activity tasks for practice of an academic skill and are delivered by expert lecturers in a relaxed environment.

Venue: Ira Raymond Room, Level 3, Barr Smith Library.

Visit the CLPD website for a complete timetable of seminars.

 

Cultural Diversity Program 2010

The focus of the 2010 Cultural Diversity Program is on exploring the value of diversity in education.
Workshops are designed to provide participants with opportunities to make the most of the cultural and linguistic diversity of our students and staff.

Faculties and Divisions are invited to contact the CLPD with requests to collaborate in providing cultural diversity workshops within their Schools or Units. These workshops will enable staff to raise issues, access information and develop strategies for interacting effectively in diverse global communities.

In addition, four independent staff development modules are offered centrally by the CLPD and the Adelaide Graduate Centre. These are designed to complement each other; professional and academic staff may choose to attend one or more sessions, according to their needs.

For further information please see the CLPD website.

 

Professional and Continuing Education

Upcoming Professional Development Courses

Festival and Event design and Management
Tuesday 27 April

Dealing with Difficult, Angry or Aggressive Customers
Thursday 29 April

Avoiding 'Death by PowerPoint'
Friday 30 April

From Team Member to Team Leader
Tuesday 4 May

Negotiation Skills
Wednesday 5 May

Discount: 5% for University of Adelaide staff.

You can now enrol and pay online! Visit our website and follow the easy steps.

www.adelaide.edu.au/pce

For further information visit our website or phone 8303 4777.

 

Information for Researchers

Future Research Leaders Program

The Future Research Leaders program has been developed collaboratively by the Go8 universities, and is delivered in full each semester for the benefit of the research community of the University of Adelaide. The program is aimed at current and aspiring research leaders, and seeks to build a range of skills and knowledge critical to successful research leadership and management.

There are eight modules in the program, together with a researcher orientation module. Modules are undertaken by a combination of online study, independent research and a face-to-face workshop. Do just one module, or do as many as you like. It's up to you.

Governance & Compliance: protecting yourself, your research & your university
Module 3
As a researcher, you are bound by significant governance expectations. This module examines the context in which research operates and the requirements for research practice.
Date/Time: Tuesday 27 April, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Venue: AGC Seminar Room, Level 6, 115 Grenfell St

More about the program at: www.adelaide.edu.au/red/staff/frlp/

Register for workshops at: www.adelaide.edu.au/red/staff/frlp/timetable/

Further enquiries: Dr Ian Green on 8303 6035 or Dr Cally Guerin on 8303 3043, email: researchereducation@adelaide.edu.au.

 

Exploring Supervision Program

The Exploring Supervision Program provides professional development for HDR supervisors, offering a series of three interactive workshops on key topics in HDR supervision, and providing a range of supporting tools and resources. Completion of the full module of the program leads to principal researcher supervisor status.

In 2010 we are offering the workshops in three concentrated blocks – in the mid-semester break after Easter, at the end of first semester, and at the end of second semester. You can do it all in one block, or as individual workshops to suit your purposes and/or timetable. There's no set order, you don't have to do them all in one go, and it's all FREE!

Find out more about the program, check our timetables, and link to our enrolment facility: www.adelaide.edu.au/red/staff/esp/

Further enquiries: Dr Ian Green or Dr Cally Guerin.

 

Research Branch

See the Research Branch Bulletin for the latest news on major grant rounds & information sessions, a selection of competitive grants, prizes & funding opportunities now open.