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Draft Ionising Radiation Safety Management Procedure

The draft Ionising Radiation Safety Management Procedure has been updated in line with the requirements of the Radiation Protection Control Act 2021 and the Radiation Protection and Control Regulations 2022 and is now available for consultation. Feedback is sought via the draft policies webpage by Monday 26 August.

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Barbara Kidman Women's Fellowships

The University of Adelaide Barbara Kidman Women's Fellowship Scheme is designed to support female academics to enhance and promote their career following a career disruption. Up to six Grants valued at up to $35,000 each will be awarded in 2024 for 2025 Fellowships. Applications open 22 July 2024 and close 26 August 2024. Further information.

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Pro Vice-Chancellor's message

Suzanne Le Mire

Last week’s launch of Adelaide University on the global stage underscores the importance of equipping our future graduates with essential skills. Among the most significant shifts in recent years has been the rise of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Revised policies

The revised Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy, Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment (MACA) Policy, Student Misconduct Policy have been approved by the Vice-Chancellor & President on 6 June 2024, becoming effective from 22 July 2024, for the commencement of Semester 2, 2024.

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Course development for Adelaide University

In August, staff across the University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide will begin work on the next phase of curriculum development for Adelaide University. This phase, Part Three: Course Development, extends until December 2027, and will see more than 1500 colleagues develop the content for Adelaide University’s new courses and programs.

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Adelaide University brand – Guidelines for use

Now that Adelaide University has launched, you will start to see the new logo and brand used to promote the new university. To help staff understand where and when the new brand can be used, we have developed a set of Brand Guidelines, including resources like email signature templates, to ensure the appropriate use of Adelaide University's brand and provider numbers (CRICOS/TEQSA) in your daily activity.

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Adelaide University staff event recording and campus pop-ups

Last Monday’s event was a significant moment for staff across both the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia to collectively mark the launch of Adelaide University. New Adelaide University branded lanyards were provided to staff at the Convention Centre event and will be distributed across our campuses for those who couldn’t attend. If you missed it or want to revisit the event, the recording of the formalities is available via the AU interim staff intranet.

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2024 Distinguished Public Policy Fellow award

Professor Sarah Wheeler (School of Economics and Public Policy) was awarded the 2024 Distinguished Public Policy Fellow award for her work on water and agricultural policy in Australia.

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Library webinars

The University Library is offering a weekly 30-minute webinar series in semester 2 for students and staff interested in building their fundamental library skills. Webinars will run each Wednesday, 11.30 am to 12 pm, during teaching weeks. For more information and to register, visit the webpage.

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Student experience survey

The University is participating in the 2024 Student Experience Survey (SES). We have an important role to play in promoting the SES to raise awareness of the survey amongst our students. Teaching staff are encouraged to include the PowerPoint slide at the end of their lectures throughout August. More information.

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