News: staff news
Creating a flexible, contemporary curriculum for Adelaide University
With development of Adelaide University’s first new courses commencing in early August, we will be providing updates to staff about the evolution of our new curriculum over the coming months. In this update, we are focussing on the benefits of stackable degrees, modular courses, and a digitally rich learning environment.
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Adelaide University pop-up at Waite campus
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. A final pop-up for staff to collect their new Adelaide University lanyard will be at Beltana Café, Waite campus, 11 am–1 pm this Tuesday 13 August.
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Aurecon partnership
The University is proud to highlight its industry partnership with Aurecon, a global engineering, design, and advisory company. This collaboration focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence to address key challenges in health, climate change, sustainability, and resilience. Watch the video featuring Professor Jessica Gallagher and Aurecon CEO William Cox showcasing the partnership's impact and future aspirations.
Growing your researcher profile
Your researcher profile is a valuable tool for maximising your visibility and demonstrating your achievements and research impact. Join the Liaison Librarians for some tips and tricks for creating an effective and useful profile. This session also covers ORCiD Profiles, database profiles such as Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar, and networking profiles such as LinkedIn, Research Gate and social media. Monday 19 August, 10–11 am. Register.
Information Management and Governance
The revised Information Management and Governance Policy was approved by the Vice-Chancellor and President on 5 August 2024. Concurrently approved is a new Information Management and Governance Framework. Together they articulate a consistent enterprise-wide approach guided by a key set of information principles, best-practice standards, and legal and regulatory obligations.
Research Centres and Research Institutes Framework
Feedback is sought from the University community on draft revisions to the Research Centres and Research Institutes Framework and procedures. Feedback and comments can be submitted via the draft policies page by close of business Friday 6 September.
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Walk your way into Spring
The University health challenge begins Monday 19 August. Sign up now or enter a team to increase your daily activity and have your steps contribute to the University tally competing against other universities in Australia. More information.
Research small equipment support scheme
The Research Small Equipment Support Scheme supports researchers with funding for the purchase and maintenance of small, high-quality research equipment. Between $5,000 and $15,000 may be funded for the purchase of single items of new research equipment which may include additions, repair or maintenance to existing pieces of equipment. Applications are open until Monday 30 September. Further information.
Reminder: Research Strategy Virtual Forum
Spotlight on Personal and Societal Health. The Research and Research Training Domain invites staff from the University of South Australia and the University of Adelaide to a virtual forum on Friday 16 August, to learn more about Adelaide University’s overall research strategy, and the Signature Research Theme of Personal and Societal Health.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor's message
Our University actively contributes to the State’s cultural landscape and the exciting annual events that the city is well known for. Each year we build on our legacy, and during our ongoing 150th anniversary celebrations, we are finding many opportunities to shine.
