News: staff news
Apply now for the WPDN Mentoring Program
For almost 30 years, the Women’s Professional Development Network (WPDN) has run a highly successful mentoring program for professional women.
New artificial intelligence expert group
Professor Simon Lucey, Director of the Australian Institute for Machine Learning has been appointed to the Artificial Intelligence Expert Group which will provide advice to the Department of Industry, Science and Resources.
Abandoned bikes and locks
Bikes and bike locks identified by Security as ‘abandoned’ will be removed from campus in late-March as part of the annual bike parking maintenance. This assessment is based on the presence of accumulated rust and/or debris around the item. If your bike or lock has been tagged by mistake, please remove the tag as soon as possible. More information.
Design empowering collaborative learning
This workshop is designed for teaching staff eager to elevate their collaborative learning strategies. Through a blend of hands-on activities, technology demonstrations, and collaborative discussions, participants will leave with the skills and inspiration needed to transform their learning spaces into dynamic hubs of collaboration and empowerment through enhanced learning techniques and assessment methods. Thursday 7 March, 1-4 pm. Register.
Professional Development Scholarship Scheme
A reminder that Professional Staff Development Scholarship Scheme (PSDS) applications will close on Thursday 29 February. Please visit the PSDS website for more information on the eligibility and application process.
[Read more about Professional Development Scholarship Scheme]
Student Fees Refund Policy and Procedures
The Student Fees Refund Policy and Procedures have been reviewed by the Policy Development Working Group and available for comment on the draft policy website until close of business 1 March 2024.
[Read more about Student Fees Refund Policy and Procedures ]
New Quizzes and Shared ItemBanks in Canvas
This workshop is tailored to equip teaching staff with the skills to fully utilise the New Quizzes feature in Canvas LMS, focusing on the innovative Shared Item Banks that can be shared, updated, and edited by multiple staff. New Quizzes also come with enhanced variety and flexibility of question types. Tuesday 12 March, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register.
[Read more about New Quizzes and Shared ItemBanks in Canvas]
Vice-Chancellors message
Thank you to those of you who attended yesterday’s Annual Meeting of the University Community. It was pleasing to see so many of you in The Braggs lecture theatre, and to have many members of our University community watching the presentations online.
150th Cake Giveaway
To celebrate the University in its 150th year, and the start of a year-long calendar of celebrations, mini cupcakes will be distributed to all staff and students on all three of our campuses. Monday 19 February, 12.30-3pm. Barr Smith Lawns, North Terrace campus. More information.
Dynamic Balance - learn to fall safely
Dynamic Balance for Life is a program developed for older adults to avoid a fall, and to learn to land safely in the event of a fall. Registrations are open for the next Introductory Program commencing Tuesday 12 March. Register now, places are strictly limited. For more details email admin@aujudo.com.
