The latest
Cycle Two AUQA report
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Debbie Terry thanks all University staff for their valuable contributions to the Australian Universities Quality Agency audit process. The report on UQ has been released. The University was awarded 13 commendations by the nation’s peak independent higher education quality auditor, which praised a range of UQ teaching and learning initiatives. The full report is now online at the Teaching and Learning at UQ website or the AUQA website.
UQ Ipswich anniversary and health launch
Our Ipswich Campus celebrated its 10th anniversary on Friday with a special event which also launched the teaching of Medicine at the campus.
St Lucia Open Day on Sunday
Thanks to all staff who will assist the University to welcome prospective students, their families and friends on Sunday August 2 for the St Lucia Open Day, from 9am-3pm. Open Day at the Ipswich Campus will be on August 19 from 3.30pm-6.30pm and at Gatton Campus on August 23, 9.30am-3pm.
Vice-Chancellor’s address to staff
Staff who were unable to attend an open address by UQ Vice-Chancellor, Professor Paul Greenfield on July 21 can view the PowerPoint presentation at: www.uq.edu.au/about/vice-chancellor-staff-address. The site also continues to link to the staff engagement survey and the UQ school-based performance framework report and charts. A UQ username and password is required to access these sites and files.
Enterprise bargaining update
The University and union representatives met for the sixth time on July 22 to continue the current round of Enterprise Bargaining. Negotiations continue to progress, with the next meeting scheduled for August 6. The University reminds staff of their right post-July 1 to participate directly in the bargaining process. Please refer to the Enterprise Bargaining website for details of this communication, for information about the bargaining process, and for reports on discussions so far. The website is regularly updated with a summary of progress after each meeting, and other postings.
Australia supports Asia Pacific R2P Centre
Minister for Foreign Affairs Stephen Smith has announced that the Federal Government will provide $1.8 million to the Asia-Pacific Centre for the Responsibility to Protect, based at UQ.
UQ earns AQUIS award
UQ has been awarded a certificate of commendation by the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service.
Events & UQ in the media
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Upcoming events:
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UQ in the media:
- Sea change doesn’t wash with families
- ’Stand Up for Your Health’ conference
- Children can live in a toxic world even before birth
- Hop on faster route: New busways open in 10 days
- National broadband network could make regional centres more attractive to young doctors
- Science expo
- Swallow swaps chisel for brush
- Pharmacists and vets - are we friends or foes?
- Midwives are ready to deliver
- Exercise program helps elderly
- Aspley High students take part in a unique research project at the UQ
- Outstanding trio
- Industry support for students despite downturn
- Peaceful move
- Sign in to the UQ Mediaclips site for more media clips.
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Other news
Main Refectory temporarily closed
The main St Lucia refectory is closed due to temporary renovations. Staff can still purchase refectory favourites from the Food Bus (Campbell place), Physiology Refectory (Building #63) and Biology Refectory (Building #94).
Busways open next week
The first stage of the Northern Busway and the $366 million Boggo Road/Eastern Busway will both open for operation on August 3.
Nominations open for 2009 Miracle Workers Awards
UQ staff are invited to nominate any UQ employee who has inspired his/her peers through qualities in the workplace such as exceptional communication, sharing of knowledge, providing leadership and willingness to go above and beyond expectations. To nominate someone, please complete a form available online or email k.hendrickson@uq.edu.au.
2009 Alumnus of the Year award closing
Please submit nominations by 4pm tomorrow Tuesday, July 28 to alumni@uq.edu.au. Details: Lynne Norris ext. 51561.
Housekeeping matters
Centenary resources for staff
The Centenary website has a password-protected area for staff to access a range of different resources, including: an email banner and signature, colour and mono versions of the centenary logo, and copy blurbs for use in publications. Access them by using your UQ staff login and password.
Graduation podcasts online
Guest speaker and valedictorian speeches from last week’s graduation ceremonies are available at the UQ podcasting site.
School of Political Science & International Studies photography competition
Entries close July 31 for the School’s first annual photography competition, The World in Focus. Details: visit the School’s website and follow the links for annual international photo competition, or contact Gillian on 3365 1524.
Blood donormobile at St Lucia Campus
The blood donormobile will visit the Student Union Plaza from Monday, July 27 to Friday, August 7, 9am to 4pm daily. To make an appointment please call 3889 7333 prior to the visit, or 0413 055 371 on visit days.
Second Semester Intercampus bus timetable
The Second Semester intercampus bus timetable is available online (valid July 27 to November 20).
Changed traffic conditions at St Lucia for Open Day
Please note that the following roads will be closed from 8pm Saturday, August 1 until 5pm Sunday, August 2 for the St Lucia Open Day:
- Campbell Road from the intersection with Blair Drive
- Union Road from the intersection with Blair Drive
- Cooper Road from the intersection at College Road
Interested in UQ ALLY Training?
The Equity Office calls for expressions of interest from staff interested in a co-facilitator role to deliver UQ ALLY training, particularly staff who identify as LGBT/I and are prepared to disclose to participants. Details online or contact Dr Ann Stewart, ext. 53052, email equity@uq.edu.au.
Get out & about
Public lecture: What can we learn from Iraq?
The School of Political Science & International Studies is holding a public lecture, with speaker Major General Jim Molan on Tuesday, July 28 from 4pm – 5.30pm at Conference Room, Level 1, Duhig Building (#Bldg 2).
Diamantina Institute’s 2009 Jian Zhou Memorial Oration
Associate Professor Sjoerd van der Burg, from Leiden University Medical Center, The Netherlands, will give this year’s Oration at Customs House on Tuesday, September 8. Topic: “A clinically effective therapeutic HPV16 vaccine opens new perspectives”. Details: online. RSVP to d.fischer@uq.edu.au before August 25.
German violinist gives solo recital at Customs House
In this exclusive Brisbane recital at 2pm on Sunday, August 2, violinist Antje Weithaas performs JS Bach’s Sonata No. 1 in G minor, Ysaye’s Sonata for Violin Solo Op. 27 No. 2 and JS Bach’s Chaconne from Partita No. 2 in D minor. Tickets: $15 for UQ staff, students and concession ($20 all others) from 4MBS Ticketing 3847 1717 or www.4mbs.com.au. Details: ext. 53503 or concerts@uq.edu.au.
Fulbright Symposium registrations closing
Registrations close on Wednesday, July 29 for this year’s Fulbright Symposium: the US-Australia Free Trade Agreement in Canberra on August 24-25. Speakers include The Hon. Mark Vaile, former Minister for Trade, responsible for the development and implementation of the Agreement, and Professor Mac Destler from the University of Maryland, a leading expert on trade policy. Details: www.law.uq.edu.au/fulbright2009.
Software seminar next month
Technical computing software provider Mathematica is hosting a free seminar at UQ on August 6, from 10am to 12noon. Details online.
Top international cricketers on campus
UQ is hosting three matches this week for the Emerging Players Tournament (the National Cricket Academies or Institute of Sport represent their countries in the tournament). All these matches are from 9am to 4.30pm on WEP Harris Oval, St Lucia. The matches are:
- Wednesday July 29 Australia vs India
- Thursday July 30 Australia vs South Africa
- Saturday, August 1 Final 3 vs 4 play-off
UQ Centre for Clinical Research hosts three seminars this week
Staff are invited to the following UQCCR seminars:
- Paul Goodwin will present : "High-Speed and Super-Resolution Imaging with DeltaVision OMX" on Tuesday, July 28 from 12noon – 1pm.
- Dr Donald Tournier discusses “Principles and limitations of diffusion MRI fibre-tracking” on Thursday, July 30 from 12noon – 1pm.
- Professor Martin Lavin’s presentation, “Rare autosomal recessive ataxias: Cancer predisposition and neurodegeneration” will be on Thursday, July 30 from 4.30–5.30pm.
All seminars will be held in the UQCCR Main Auditorium, Level 2 (ground floor). Details: 3346 5555 or reception@uqccr.uq.edu.au.
Health & fitness
Are you more active than your hearing?
UQ Audiology clinic offers a full range of hearing services for adults and children as part of the Audiology student placement program (commencing in early August). The clinic provides:
- Hearing tests – for adults and children
- Hearing protection – custom-made earplugs
- Hearing assistance – hearing aids, TV listening systems
Call ext.52811 to make an appointment. Winter special: mention this article and receive $20 off a hearing test (Valid for bookings until September 30 for staff members, students and their families).
Study, training & development
Two free Blackboard-focused events for staff
Blackboard Usergroup (Bbug) Day on Thursday, July 30 will be a hands-on session with the new version of Blackboard – Blackboard 9, for academic staff in online teaching and learning. Technical discussions on 3rd party applications (Facebook, iPhone, iTunesU) and integration with Blackboard will also take place. Register to: susiegb@uq.edu.au.
Blackboard Day on Friday, July 31 features presentations on training, client support, Blackboard Global Services, partner Yellow Edge, and a client case study from QUT. Register online.
First aid and CPR training
UQ Sport and PulseStart Training Solutions offer First Aid & CPR training at the St Lucia campus. PulseStart are partnered with Australian Medical Association Services Queensland. From $60, upcoming courses will run on August 1, 12, 15 & 29. Details: online.
Upcoming staff development courses
Places are still available in the following courses:
Details online.
UQBS Corporate Education Courses for 2009
Register your interest for one of these corporate leadership courses:
- Financial Management at Work (August 17–21)
- Corporate Sustainability (September 7–11)
- Strategic Marketing & Communication (September 28–October 2)
Details: online or 3346 7111.
Lectures, seminars & workshops
Queensland Brain Institute advanced neuroscience seminar series
Members of the public are invited to attend the remaining lectures in the series, Building a Brain, in the auditorium, level 7, Queensland Brain Institute on July 29, August 5 and August 14. Seminar Three in the series on Wednesday, July 29 (3.30pm – 5.30pm) is: Building a Brain – harm minimisation following injury, by Professor Seong-Seng Tan, of Howard Florey Institute, Melbourne.
Volunteers sought
Please note entries remain for two Updates unless further requests received. Thank you.
New this week
- People with current neck and arm pain to participate in physiotherapy treatment study. Symptoms should have been present for four weeks or more and not caused by a vehicle accident or other trauma.
Details: neckpain@uq.edu.au or 0421 679 210.
- People with Atrial Fibrillation who are currently taking warfarin. Trial of new therapies as an alternative to warfarin which are as effective but require fewer INR tests.
Details: Associate Professor Colquhoun or Study Coordinator Sarah Price-Smith 3876 5688.
Carried over
- Patients with carpal tunnel syndrome to participate in a clinical trial evaluating non-surgical interventions.
Details: carpaltunnel@uq.edu.au or ext. 54527
- People who have experienced tennis elbow pain for at least six weeks.
Details: tenniselbow@uq.edu.au or ext. 54692
- Parents of healthy boys aged 11–15 with no developmental disabilities to join in a meaningful children's food study.
Details: s.ong@uq.edu.au or 0432 593 459.
- People with Type 2 diabetics but not achieving adequate blood sugars control on least 1.5g/day metformin (Diabex, Diaformin) only and close to needing insulin. Trial of new additional therapy which promotes weight loss and may help control blood sugars before Insulin is needed.
Details: d.colquhoun@uq.edu.au or Lara Petelin, 3876 5688.
- Volunteers to assist at the Australian Health Care Team Challenge Friday, August 7. Two-hour shifts available from 12noon–7pm. Tasks include welcoming guests, shadowing VIPs, handing out programs and raffle tickets, timekeeping, wait duties and supervising registration desks. Volunteers receive a gift and a certificate of appreciation.
Details: Emma Poulsen.
- Males/females (18-45 years) with chronic neck pain to undertake one supervised exercise session and undergo a MRI exam of their neck. There is no cost to the participant and no side-effects from the MRI. The study will be at The Wesley Hospital. Volunteers reimbursed for participation.
Details: Dr James Elliott; 3365 4529 (office).
- People aged 18-65 with current neck pain following whiplash injury incurred during a motor vehicle accident three months to two years ago, to participate in a study investigating the effects of dry-needling, exercise and advice. Each included participant receives $60 towards travel & time for each assessment (five in total over one year).
Details: s.valentin@uq.edu.au.
- Individuals for a lab-based study on attitudes, mood and decision-making at St Lucia campus. This research may contain death-related concepts that some may find confronting.
Details: clinton.knight@uqconnect.edu.au
From the editor
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