Staff Notices: 19 - 23 December 2011
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Uni in the News
Quake would crush city buildings
Adelaide would be a ruin resembling Christchurch if hit by a major earthquake, an Adelaide University professor says.
Adelaide acts on Indigenous health
Aboriginal children are suffering from dental decay at more than twice the rate of non-indigenous children, caused by drinking volumes of sugary drinks, poor diets and a failure to brush their teeth, according to a University of Adelaide expert.
General Information for Staff
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Vet School Head appointment
Professor Kym Abbott has been appointed Head of the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at the Roseworthy Campus.
Kym, who has been acting in the role since July, will commence in the position immediately.
As an academic and a clinician, Professor Abbott is very well regarded, enjoying strong links to the veterinary industry.
This is an exciting time for the School, as the foundation group of Vet students progress through their studies.
As part of the University's commitment to developing purpose-built infrastructure at the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, work will commence on a new $10 million Equine Health Centre at Roseworthy Campus in 2012. This facility will support teaching, research and clinical work.
Trade Fair this Christmas
Spread the love and joy that you share with your family and friends with the producers of the gifts that you buy this Christmas. You can help those in poverty and support safe environmental manufacturing processes by purchasing Fair Trade and sustainably made items. See the Fair Trade website for more information.
Christmas Road Closures – All Campuses
In order to maintain the rights of the University of Adelaide regarding public access, all perimeter gates and roads on all campuses will be closed from Midnight on 24 December 2011 to Midnight on 25 December 2011. Signage will be installed on all entrances informing staff and students of this closure. Please direct any queries to Security on 35990.
University Greeting Card
The official University of Adelaide Greeting Card is now available to order from our stationery supplier, Corporate Express, via your NetXpress account. The product code for the card is 18794150.
Please note these cards are DL size therefore they do not come with envelopes - you may use your own, University branded envelopes.
If you do not already have an account please contact Amrita Bhullar on 8243 8655 amrita.bhullar@ce.com.au.
E-Card
In Australia we each use about 200kg of paper every year. This year, you have the option to help save trees and resources by sending your season's greetings electronically.
Simply insert this image into your outlook email (make sure it is sent as a HTML) followed by your personalised message. Please note this should not be used as an email signature.
If you have any questions, please contact Sonia Wood on 8313 0887.
This is an Ecoversity initiative.
Give The Spirit of Knowledge
The University of Adelaide's new history book, The Spirit of Knowledge, has won Gold and Silver Awards for Book Printing in the SA/NT 2011 Printing Industries Craftsmanship Awards (PICA). As a State winner, it will now be entered in the national competition.
The PICA awards acknowledge the "impact, appeal and effectiveness of well-designed printed material of the highest quality".
The Spirit of Knowledge would make a perfect gift for anyone with an interest in the rich history of the University and our State. See the University Archives, Records & Collections website for price details and an order form.
Wine enthusiasts hear it on The Grapevine
Four of Australia's leading viticulture scientists have combined their knowledge to produce a book that links scientific principles with the practice of viticulture.
The Grapevine - from the science to the practice of growing vines for wine is primarily intended as a text for undergraduate and postgraduate students. However, it may also interest anyone involved in viticulture and winemaking as, while it focuses on theory, it also contains practical aspects of growing vines for wine.
The four co-authors have a wealth of knowledge and experience in teaching, research and the practice of viticulture. Patrick Iland, Peter Dry and Steve Tyerman are past and current University of Adelaide lecturers and Tony Proffitt is a past postgraduate student in viticulture science at the University.
For more information, go to the Patrick Iland Wine Books website.
Careers Expo 2012 is coming
Do you know of organisations that would like to engage with students on campus at Careers Expo 2012?
Early Bird registration rates are still available for the two-day event.
Bonython Hall and surrounds will host thousands of students and hundreds of employers on 22-23 March 2012 across all disciplines and schools. Contact the Careers Service and watch this space for more event details in 2012!
The Smith Family Toy & Book Appeal
The gift of a new toy or book will bring a smile to a disadvantaged child's face this Christmas! Purchase a toy or book and help The Smith Family in ensuring kids don't miss out this holiday season.
Collection points for donations can be found at 115 Grenfell Street and within each Faculty. For further information please contact Barbara Wright, Office for Future Students. The Future Students Office and The Smith Family would like to wish you all a very Merry Xmas.
Staff Offer
Fancy a game of tennis?
Tennis SA is offering University of Adelaide alumni (staff, students and graduates) 20% off all Health Partners City Tennis Programs at Memorial Drive and the Millswood Complex. The programs include Social Tennis, Cardio Tennis, Men's Doubles and Mid Week Ladies.
For more information on the Tennis SA offers and the full alumni privileges see the Alunmi website.
Memorial Ceremony for Professor Charles Angas Hurst AM FAA
The relatives, friends and colleagues of Professor Charles Angas Hurst invite you to attend a memorial ceremony to reflect on Angas's exceptional career as an internationally known mathematical physicist and a great servant of the University.
Date: Tuesday 7th February 2012
Time: 2pm to 4pm
Venue: Elder Hall, The University of Adelaide
RSVP: By Friday 20th January 2012 to jeanette.roulston@adelaide.edu.au
Enquires: Phone: 8313 5365
The service commences at 2pm, to be followed by light refreshments.
Vacant Positions
Events
‘Inspired by the Sea' presented by ASO
Pack the picnic rug and hamper and head to the Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens on Saturday 28 January and join the ASO for this fun family concert from 6.00pm. The performance includes Mendelssohn's Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage, Benjamin Britten's Sea Interludes and Arthur Sullivan's overture from Pirates of Penzance as well as a special children's section of Juanita the Spanish Lobster by David Haslam and narrated by Adam Goodburn.
More information can be found on the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra website.
Watch this space for more ASO announcements as they are just one of our Alumni Privilege Providers with specials offers to be announced early in the New Year for 2012.
Reframing the Agenda – Food Security to 2050
A National Forum on Food Security
Date: 13 February 2012
Location: National Wine Centre, Adelaide
Cost and registration
Unique challenges and opportunities face our domestic and global food systems - particularly as global demand for food and resource-based products grows and diversifies in the face of limited natural resources and slowdowns in agricultural Research and Development investment.
Our capacity to respond to food systems concerns, both short-run and long-run, will have great social significance in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. The development of new relationships in the research community will enable us to capture more of the opportunities available and will ensure Australia has a major role to play in equitably feeding and nourishing the 9 billion people estimated to be in the world by 2050.
This forum will serve as a catalyst to inform and influence researchers and research decision-makers.
Training & Development Opportunities
Professional Management Program – Executive Education Unit
For middle to senior managers or professionals. This interactive program will help you to broaden and strengthen your management skills. It is presented over 12 months in 6 x 2 day modules.
The Professional Management Program, commencing on 29 February & 1 March 2012, is a non-award program suitable for graduates and non-graduates and carries status of 2 courses in the Adelaide MBA.
10% discount for University of Adelaide staff.
For more information
Rosemary Tanner
Phone: 8313 4579
E
mail: rosemary.tanner@adelaide.edu.au
Professional and Continuing Education (PCE)
Professional and Personal Development Courses
Financial Management & Budgeting- Tuesday 10 January
Designing Better Projects- Wednesday 11 January
From Team Member to Team Leader- Thursday 12 January
Strategic Thinking and Planning to Achieve Better Results- Tuesday 17 January
Meeting Organisation and Minute Taking- Wednesday 18 January
Writing for the Web- Tuesday 31 January
Year 12 Holiday Program
PCE offers Year 12 subject preparation and revision courses, as well as study assist courses designed to help Year 11 & 12 students. The program runs during school holidays throughout the year and helps student gain confidence, achieve their full academic potential and prepare for future academic study.
The January program commences January 9, 2012. For further information visit our website or phone 8303 4777.
English for Professionals
The University of Adelaide's English Language Centre, offers a 15-week part time course English for Professionals, designed for people from non-English speaking backgrounds who want a successful professional career in Australia. They may be a skilled migrant, a current or past overseas student or working as a professional. The course further develops general language proficiency and focuses on the skills and strategies required to advance in an Australian professional career.
The next course commences 21 February, 2012. Classes are held on two evenings each week and includes two one-day professional development courses of your choice. For more information visit our website.
Information for Researchers
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.
