News: staff news
Rhodes Scholar-Elect: Oliver Douglas
Mr Oliver Douglas has been named as the University of Adelaide’s 114th Rhodes Scholar-Elect during an event at Government House this October. The prestigious scholarship will enable him to undertake further study at the University of Oxford. More information.
Staff join the Adelaide Education Academy
Congratulations to the 19 staff members who successfully applied to join the Adelaide Education Academy (AEA) in the recent round. Learn more about the AEA and their members here.
University participating in APWiL Mentoring Program
As an active member of APRU, the University of Adelaide has two mentees and two mentors participating in the 4th cohort of the APWiL Mentoring Program: Dr Esma Dogramaci, Associate Professor Zohra Lassi, Dr Dilcar Joali Paredes Mariño, and Dr Sonia Lin. More information.
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ExpenseMe Pro: Corporate Credit Card Acquittals
Finance is hosting webinars for acquitting transactions in ExpenseMe Pro on Thursday 9 November and Tuesday 5 December at 12pm. For more information and how to book visit Finance Projects.
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Simplification of purchasing processes and thresholds
To provide a more flexible and efficient procurement process, the purchasing threshold for staff to engage Strategic Procurement has increased to $50,000. For this and other amendments, refer to the summary of changes.
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HSR Nominations
Nominations for staff Health & Safety Representatives are now open. Embrace this voluntary role to uplift workplace safety, collaborate on initiatives, and represent your workgroup in key discussions. Multiple vacancies are available across different areas. Nominations must be made by Friday 10 November. More information.
PDR final reviews
Planning, Development and Review (PDR) final review meetings should take place between Monday 6 November and Friday 22 December 2023. This is an important time to reflect on work achievements and share constructive feedback. More information.
Scams targeting Chinese students
The Australian Government Department of Education has developed a fact sheet about scams targeting Chinese students (available in both English and simplified Chinese). The fact sheet provides detailed information on the nature of the scams and the steps for students to protect themselves. More information.
Academic Board elections
Professor Scott Smith has been elected as Chair of Academic Board and Professor Melissa Nursey-Bray has been elected as Deputy Chair. Ms Lisa Laws and Dr Amy Milka have been elected to the professional staff positions on Academic Board. More information.
Recognise & Respond training
How to support someone after sexual harm. This session provides a brief overview of best practice responses to incidents involving sexual harm. It includes definitions and relevant local legislation, information about reporting and support options for students, university processes and staff obligations. Questions or discussions are available with our specialist sexual violence counsellor. Tuesday 28 November, 10-11.30 am. Room 322, Hughes building, North Terrace campus. Register.
