UQ Update

UQ Update - 5 November, 2007  


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Excellence recognised … UQ rewards outstanding teaching

The University has rewarded a dedicated and inspirational group of academics at its annual teaching awards held last week. Details ....

Creative partnership … University joins with Ipswich Art Gallery

UQ and the Ipswich Art Gallery have announced a three-year sponsorship arrangement for The University of Queensland Gallery within the Ipswich Art Gallery. Negotiated through the Ipswich Arts Foundation, The University of Queensland Gallery will feature contemporary and new media exhibitions. An upcoming exhibition will focus on works by UQ’s own students. Multimedia and Interactive Design: Works by Graduating Students will be on display from November 17, 2007, until February 3, 2008.

Water wisdom … industry funds for water recycling role at UQ

One of the world’s leading water infrastructure companies, Veolia Water France, will fund a $2.5 million Chair in Water Recycling at the University. More .....

World spotlight … engineering excellence showcased in London

UQ Engineering was recognised for its world’s best practice in teaching and learning recently at an international event to determine future directions for undergraduate engineering education. More .......

Summer of learning … apply now for summer semester

Make the most of your break by choosing from almost 250 undergraduate and postgraduate summer semester courses, ranging from accounting to zoology. You don’t need to be a current UQ student to apply and undergraduate courses are HECS-HELP eligible. Courses are also available at the Institute of Continuing and TESOL Education and the Institute of Modern Languages. Enrolments close Friday, November 9. Details: ext. 52600 or visit www.uq.edu.au/study/summer.

Travel trends … great prizes for completing bridge survey

Students and staff at St Lucia campus are invited to participate in an online questionnaire survey of travel choices to the campus following the opening of the Eleanor Schonell Bridge in December, 2006. A winner will be randomly drawn from survey participants. First prize: unlimited access to Dreamworld and White Water World theme parks (for two) for one year. Second prize: $250 Myer gift voucher. Third prize: $200 Myer gift voucher. To complete the 10-minute survey, please click here.

Remembering Steve … memorial lecture examines crocodile tracking

UQ crocodile specialist, Professor Craig Franklin, a friend and colleague of the late Steve Irwin, will deliver a public lecture on Wednesday, November 14, in tribute to Mr Irwin’s remarkable contributions to crocodile research and wildlife conservation. UQ will also present the posthumous Steve Irwin Adjunct Professorship to Terri Irwin, AM. The lecture will be at 5pm for 5.30pm at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience, Auditorium, Chancellors Place, St Lucia. Please RSVP by November 9 to events@bacs.uq.edu.au. Places are limited and RSVPs are essential to claim your entry ticket.

Arts research … apply now for $10,000 Fryer Library award

The Fryer Library, the UQ Library, and the Faculty of Arts seek applications for the 2008 Fryer Library awards. These $10,000 awards provide successful applicants with institutional support and affiliation to the Faculty of Arts to research Australian literature, history and culture, using the Fryer Library collections. Applications are particularly invited in the following areas: Indigenous studies; history of architecture; art and design; and theatre and literary studies. Details .....

BEL call … applications closing soon for postgraduate scholarships

The BEL Faculty is offering Commonwealth-supported postgraduate scholarships to general staff employed in full-time continuing appointments for at least two years. Applicants must apply separately for admission to one of the Faculty’s postgraduate coursework programs and provide evidence they have been admitted to a relevant program. Applications for a first semester, 2008, start should be submitted to Allanah Bigg by November 30. Details and application forms: Allanah (ext. 69061).

EPSA offers … postgraduate scholarships for general staff

The Faculty of EPSA also offers Commonwealth-supported postgraduate scholarships to general staff members (full-time for at least two years) who gain admission to postgraduate coursework programs within the Faculty. Applications for first semester, 2008, close on January 31, 2008. For a list of available postgraduate coursework programs, visit the EPSA website. Details and application forms: click here.

Beyond Visitor Numbers … staff invited to museums and galleries seminar

Keynote speakers, Lauren Parker of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, and Associate Professor John Armstrong, of the Philosophy Department, University of Melbourne, will present diverse perspectives on the development of public programs in galleries and museums at a seminar on Monday, November 19. Respondents include Nick Mitzevich (UQ Art Museum); Nicholas Chambers (Queensland Art Gallery/GoMA); Dr Morris Low (UQ); and Emma Nicolson (Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney). Gallery Services Queensland, the UQ Art Museum and the Museum Studies program in the School of English, Media Studies and Art History will present the seminar. It will be held in the UQ Art Museum, 2pm–5pm, with refreshments to follow. Arrive early to tour the Paddy Bedford exhibition from 1pm. Registration (discounts for student/volunteer group bookings) and inquiries: kerri.laidlaw@magsq.com.au. Details: www.maynecentre.uq.edu.au.

Volunteers needed … Moreton Bay Research Station open day

This month the Station will hold its annual Open Day and would appreciate the help of volunteers for either/both set-up day on Friday, November 23, and/or Open Day, Saturday November 24. The Station will provide free accommodation for the Friday night and meals. Details: Holly West on 3409 9058 or mbrs@uq.edu.au.

University challenges … staff invited to hear results of executive survey

For the past two years, Blackboard has undertaken an extensive review of global challenges from the perspective of executive leaders in higher education. In 2007, interviews were conducted with 20 senior executives and administrators from a sample of Australian universities. This presentation, by Zach Johnson, Global Services Asia Pacific, Blackboard, will focus on challenges including: Differentiation; Funding; Accountability and Quality; and the Teaching Research Nexus. The session will be on Monday, November 12, between 2pm–3pm, in the Senate Room, St Lucia campus. RSVP: Bette Zhang.

Executive education … UQ Business School courses for 2008

Register your interest now for one of these superb Executive Leadership courses:

Details: contact the Executive Education Team on ext. 67105 or 67115, email exceed@business.uq.edu.au or visit www.business.uq.edu.au/execed.

Trivia tragics … win the jackpot at quiz night

The UQ Staff and Graduates Club’s monthly quiz night continues on Wednesday, November 14, at 6pm for a 6.30pm start, for teams of up to six players. Content includes three general knowledge rounds, an audio round, a pen-and-paper task and five questions on a movie of the month – this time, it’s an Australian film with a particularly relevant theme – Don’s Party (1976). This fun evening includes both team and individual prizes, a cash jackpot, and a “Famous Faces” prize board. Entrance fee: $3 per person. Details: the club or quizmaster, Charles McCowie (0423 775 025 or cmccowie@optusnet.com.au).

Career advancement … senior women seminar

Julie Kinross, Deputy Director-General Policy, Department of Tourism, Fair Trading and Wine Industry Development, will be the keynote speaker at the first in the 2007 Senior Women seminar series on Wednesday, November 14, from 12.30pm to 2pm, in the Library Conference Room, Level 1, SSH Library. The series working title is: Celebrating career advancement programs and success for general/professional women staff at UQ. The panel discussion will acknowledge UQ’s 10th year of career advancement programs and success for general and professional women staff. Details and RSVPs: email equity@uq.edu.au.

The place for the race … Melbourne Cup lunch at staff club

Celebrate this great Australian tradition at the UQ Staff and Graduates Club Melbourne Cup lunch tomorrow at the St Lucia campus from noon. In addition to the fine fare, there will be sweeps to suit all budgets, a big-screen showing of the action from Flemington, and a mini-quiz with a slight Melbourne Cup flavour. Details .....

Skilling up … enrol now in staff development courses

Places are still available in the following upcoming staff development courses:

Details: visit www.tedi.uq.edu.au/sdh/.

Have your say … eResearch focus groups

UQ eSpace focus groups at St Lucia enable academics to comment on eResearch issues at UQ. The 90-minute group sessions include either lunch or afternoon tea and available times are Thursday, November 8 (noon–1.30pm or 2pm–3.30pm), or Tuesday, November 20 (11.30am–1pm or 1.30pm–3pm). Groups will be capped at 12 people and meetings professionally facilitated. If you wish to take part, contact Belinda Weaver on ext. 58281 or email espace@library.uq.edu.au.

Latin leanings … learn about UQ’s links

Staff are invited to a symposium on the University’s approach to growing ties in Latin America through education, government and industry partnerships. It will include presentations from and networking opportunities with government and industry representatives operating in Latin America. The symposium will be held on Thursday, November 8, from 9am to 1pm, at the Long Room, Brisbane Customs House (light lunch will be served.) RSVP essential to Maria Beamond or phone ext. 59073.

Manning’s house … residential fellowships on offer in Canberra

Manning Clark House, assisted by funding from Australian copyright management company Copyright Agency Limited (CAL), invites applications for residential fellowships in 2008. The Fellowships enable recipients to write and conduct research, staying at the Canberra home in which historian, Professor Manning Clark, his wife Dymphna, and their family lived and worked. Application deadline: November 26. Guidelines are available at www.manningclark.org.au. Details: Clare Hoey, telephone 02 6295 9433, or email director@manningclark.org.au.

Hear Justice White … Deputy Chancellor to speak at UQSOPA breakfast

The UQ Secretaries and Office Professionals Association (UQSOPA) invites all staff to its final breakfast for 2007 on Wednesday, November 7, at 7.15am for 7.30am–8.30am. The Honourable Justice Dr Margaret White is a Judge of the Supreme Court of Queensland, has been a member of UQ Senate since 1993, and Deputy Chancellor since 2006. Venue: St Leo’s College, College Road, St Lucia. Cost: $15 for members and $18 for non-members. Please forward payments to Maryse Scott, Treasurer, c/- central HR, level 5, JD Story Building, St Lucia, before the event. RSVP today (Monday, November 5) to Karen Hendrickson, phone ext. 57969 or email: exec.assistant@sbs.uq.edu.au.

Christmas tapas … UQSOPA celebration at golf course

UQSOPA’s celebration will be held on Thursday, November 19, at 5.30pm at the Hundred Acre Bar, Hillstone, St Lucia. Tapas-style nibbles will be available, and a glass of sparkling wine will be served on arrival. Cost: $30, members; $45, non-members. RSVP early, as numbers are limited, to Karen Hendrickson on ext. 57969.

Ryan platform … political candidates discuss climate change

UQ staff and students are invited to attend a climate change forum, featuring candidates for the Federal seat of Ryan on Tuesday, November 6, from 7pm at the Toowong Academy of Science, Mathematics and Technology, Bywong Street. The Vera Street Community Garden Inc. and the Westside Climate Action Group will present the event. Bring a plate to share for supper. Details: Kelly Greenop or phone 0412 807 184 (business hours).

eLearning feedback … anonymous input sought

Whether you have attended any staff development sessions on eLearning and Blackboard or not, please spend 15 minutes to provide your anonymous feedback so TEDI can better assist you in the future. TEDI researchers are interested in finding out how TEDI eLearning staff development offerings have impacted on teaching practices and how to provide better opportunities for all UQ staff in the future. A survey, where participating and non-participating staff can provide feedback, is open from November 5 to 30.

What a racquet … have a hit at Tennis Centre demo day

Try before you buy on Sunday, November 18, between 3pm–6pm at the Tennis Centre’s Demo Day with expert staff to match you with latest racquets from HEAD, Wilson, Volki, Babolat, Dunlop and Yonex. There’ll be prizes on the day and up to 30 percent discount will be offered on recommended retail prices. All UQ SPORT members save 15 percent on selected items.

Your best summer yet … enrolments open soon for Summer Lifestyle program

UQ SPORT offers a wide range of adventure and recreation programs to keep you active and inspired throughout summer. Enrolments open on Monday, November 19, with programs commencing on Monday, December 3. Most courses run for eight weeks with two weeks’ break from December 24 to January 6.

Make the grade … SI-net training on maintaining grades and grades upload

Training on the SI-net Maintaining Student Grades module is being held on Thursday, November 1, from 2pm–4pm, in room 509, level 5, JD Story Building. This session is for staff who have not previously attended training for this module and who require access to this functionality. Register via TEDI.

Freshen up … SI-net refresher training offered

Staff who have previously attended this training but may need a refresher on Maintaining Grades and the Grade Upload Process can attend a session in the Senate Room, Brian Wilson Chancellery, St Lucia, on Thursday, November 8, between 10.30am–11.30am. No registration required.

Schizophrenia profile … healthy volunteers needed for research

UQ researchers are seeking volunteers aged between 18 and 65 with no personal or family history of mental illness to participate in a project investigating the genetic profile of schizophrenia. Volunteers will participate in a two-part process, including a neuropsychological assessment and blood test. All participants will be reimbursed. Details: Julie or Kelly or telephone ext. 55482.

Bone tone … healthy volunteers needed for control study

Healthy control volunteers aged between 7–17 are required to help researchers using new technology, peripheral quantitative computed tomography (pQCT), to investigate the development of, and interaction between, muscle and bone in young individuals with Cystic Fibrosis compared to healthy controls. Participants will be required to attend the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH), Herston, for three hours, once only. Tests will be performed to assess bone and muscle function. Testing sessions will be held during school holidays. Parking fees will be met by the Children’s Nutrition Research Centre. Details: Denise Brookes or phone ext. 64936.

Carpal tunnel … volunteers sought to test new, non-surgical treatment

The Division of Physiotherapy is developing a novel treatment for the non-surgical management of carpal tunnel syndrome. Researchers are seeking volunteers who have a medical diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome, have not received physiotherapy or occupational therapy in the past three months and who have not had treatment for neck pain in the past year. Volunteers are required for a single, one-hour treatment session in the Therapies Building, St Lucia campus. Details: Lieszel Plumbe.


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