News: staff news
Monday Morning Mile
Register for the Monday Morning Mile at the new Fitness Hub on Level 4 of Union House, North Terrace campus. The Monday Morning Mile is an indoor 1.6km treadmill run which includes 30 minutes of free gym access. Register your preferred time slot here.
Vice-Chancellors message
Open Day 2024 was inspiring, impeccably organised, and successful. Sunny conditions assured a large turnout of people eager to meet our academics, tour our facilities, and get a firsthand feel for student life at the University of Adelaide.
New social media pages
With Adelaide University set to commence teaching in just 18 months it is suggested you do not create new social media accounts directly associated with the University of Adelaide. If you think your area might need its own social media presence, seek advice from the Marketing branch first to explore alternatives. More information.
Future Fellows
The Australian Research Council has awarded three University of Adelaide academics more than $3 million funding, as part of the 2024 Future Fellowships scheme. Associate Professor Timothy Legrand (School of Social Sciences) was awarded $1,130,337, Dr Kylie Dunning (Robinson Research Institute) was awarded $1,061,521 and Dr Danny Wilson (School of Biological Sciences) was awarded $1,061,015.
Safeguarding Australia’s military secrets
The Australian government passed the Defence Amendment Safeguarding Australia’s Military Secrets Act (SAMS), which will be enforced from 7 August 2024. The legislation requires certain Australian citizens and permanent residents to have a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA) when working for or providing military-related training to a foreign military or foreign government body (including foreign public universities). Individuals have a personal obligation to obtain the FWA. Visit safeguarding australia's military secrets for more information or contact the Office of the Chief Security Officer at dso@adelaide.edu.au.
Professional learning LEI workshop
Use a Feedback Fruits Peer Review assignment. With FeedbackFruits Peer Review, students annotate and provide feedback on each other’s assignments. This improves students’ assignment skills, as well as their skills at giving, receiving and using constructive feedback. Tuesday 3 September, 3–4 pm. Online.
Professional learning LEI workshop
From Data to Insights: Navigate Course Analytics for Student Engagement. For numerous academic advisers and instructors, managing large numbers of students on their rosters poses a significant challenge. Through intuitive course analytics, educators can visualise student performance, enabling proactive outreach to those who may require additional support. Tuesday 10 September, 11 am to 12 pm. Online.
Advance HE Fellows
Dr Samantha Newell, Dr Zaneta Smith, Associate Professor Mathew White, Mr John Murphy, Dr Matthew Arnold, Dr Natasha van Antwerpen, Dr Sarah Halliday, Dr Peta Callaghan, and Dr Kym Teh have received the Advance HE Fellowship in recognition of their reflective and effective professional practice in teaching and support of learning so far this year.
Fitness Hub group fitness classes
The Fitness Hub offers a range of group classes including boxing, HIIT, and Pilates. Classes are designed for all fitness levels with single classes priced at $15, and 10-session passes for $130. Join to push your limits, elevate your fitness, and achieve your goals. More information.
Invitation to all staff virtual town hall
An update on progress to the transition to Adelaide University will be provided at a virtual town hall on Tuesday 27 August, 11 am to 12 pm. All staff are encouraged to attend and ask any questions you may have.
