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Week
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2003 |
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Consultation on the name for the proposed merger of Bradford College and University of Bradford
Priority Research Limited are conducting a survey on behalf of the University and College to find out what you feel about some of the possible names that have been put forward for the proposed new institution.
From 15th January - 5th February all members of staff will be able to indicate their preferences on a secure web site hosted by Priority Research.
An email will be sent out to each member of staff on Wednesday morning with a link to the questionnaire. Staff without email will be sent paper versions of the questionnaire.
Launch of Academic Women's Network
Women are invited to attend a lunch and discussion at the launch of the University's academic women's network. The idea is based on Northern LAWN, and is supported by Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Chair of the Equal Opportunities Commission Professor Grace Alderson, who will attend the discussion. Northern LAWN (Local Academic Women's Network) was set up in 1999 by a group of women academics across northern higher education institutions in Bradford, Manchester and Leeds.
The Bradford launch will take place in Mezz 7 Common Room, Graduate School, on Wednesday, January, 15th, from 12.30pm until 2pm.
For further information or to book a place contact Axèle Giroud at a.l.a.giroud@bradford.ac.uk.
Note:
Northern LAWN is a network of support and shared research interest for female researchers and lecturers in the SET and business environment. It was established by, and for the benefit of new or rising women academics who, with the help of more other colleagues, seek to develop and enhance their careers within these predominately male-dominated areas of academia and industry.
For further information about Northern LAWN, consult http://lubswww.leeds.ac.uk/LAWNnes/
Part-time Modules from the School of Lifelong Education and Development
- Do you want to learn more about computers and information technology but can't make Learning Support Service's sessions?
- Do you want to develop skills beyond those required for your job?
- Have you thought about doing a module with SLED, where if you meet the criteria there won't be any fees to pay?
The School of Lifelong Education and Development offers a range of IT courses for beginners and more advanced users. You can get to grips with the basics through our IT Skills 1 course, or build on basic skills with IT Skills 2 (Spreadsheets, Databases and PowerPoint). We also run advanced courses in Excel and Word as well as all you need to know to set up your own web site with our 'An Introduction to Designing and Developing a Website'. For those with a more technical interest there are two Level 2 courses in Web Technologies, 'Web Data Serving', and 'The Intranet and Integration'.
The courses are run largely in the evenings and weekends so these courses are ideal for those that can't fit their learning in 9am-5pm.
SLED also has a wide range of other modules to choose from, you can get the full list from www.bradford.ac.uk/admin/conted/cfa/
Alternatively get in touch with Cath Dyson on ext 6096, or email: c.dyson1@bradford.ac.uk for further information on IT modules or ring ext 3210 for general enquiries.
New lecturer seeks accommodation
A new lecturer within the School of Social and International Studies is seeking temporary accommodation within walking distance of the University.
If you have suitable accommodation or may be able to help please contact Stephen Cowley by email at: s.j.cowley@bradford.ac.uk.
Your help is greatly appreciated.
International Student Awards
The University of Bradford is supporting a major new awards scheme which celebrates the achievements of international students studying in the UK.
The International Student Awards are for students from overseas who are making the most of their time in the UK, through their active participation in UK and institution life. Students who have learned new skills, embraced new experiences, achieved personal ambitions or made a contribution to their institution or community will be recognised through the Awards scheme.
Please see the full details here.
News from Catering
New entrance for the Staff
Refectory
The staff refectory
has changed its entrance!. The new entrance to the staff refectory is
the next door down the f floor corridor. This will be clearly marked and
is to make way for a new service coming soon.
Theme days in the Main Refectory
Also for next Thursday,16th January, the theme day in the main refectory
is Thai day. See pdf for details,
and see the Catering website for more theme days
coming soon.
SME Knowledge Network event
School of Management
29th January 5.15 - 7.00pm
The School of Management starts its 2003 programme on Wednesday 29th January at Heaton Mount. The Network is aimed at small to medium sized businesses across the region and the first event will be on the topic of Strategy presented by Prof Stuart Sanderson.
The events are free followed by a buffet.
If you have business contacts who you think might benefit please refer them to www.bradford.ac.uk/smenetwork where they will be able to book places online.
For GMB Members
- Been off sick?
- Asked to attend a back-to-work interview?
Union members are entitled to have a shop steward present if they want. GMB members contact Glenn Leedham: email: g.g.leedham@bradford.ac.uk (mobile short code 1131).
Royal Navy Visit to Peace Studies
The Royal Navy are visiting Peace Studies on the 5th of February, and will be doing a presentation at 1pm in the Small Hall, that is open to everyone.
For the full details see: http://www.peacestudiesonline.org/activity.asp?cid=61 (about half way down the page)
Getting Published in Scholarly Journals - workshop
There still places available at the forthcoming Author Workshop/Seminar at the School of Management to be given by John Peters, Director of Emerald MCB/University Press.
The Workshop is entitled "A Guide to Getting Published in Scholarly Journals".
The Workshop will take place on Wednesday 22nd January at 2.00 pm Ambler Room Heaton Mount.
If you wish to attend this workshop, please contact Kathy Cousens, Research Office, School of Management as soon as possible on ext 4323 or email k.a.cousens@bradford.ac.uk
Third Mission Training events from Business Services and Regional Development
- Culture Change -
30th January 2003, 10.00 - 12.30 pm
Tutor: David Williamson
Change or die - like many public organisations, Higher Education is being asked to continually change. For some this means moving out of the comfort zone whilst others openly embrace the change. This session will look at how we might manage change and be asking why some change projects succeed or fail. An interactive session lasting approximately half a day.
- Introduction to Consultancy
- 16 January 2003 10.00 - 1.00 pm
Tutors: John Dennis, Malcolm Purdie and Pete Sayers
This introductory session includes input on the role and context of consultancy for academic staff including the financial management, professional indemnity insurance and other practical support. It has been created for members of staff who wish to enhance their skills in managing external contracts and is strongly focused on what you need to do to win and maintain consultancy contracts.
Successful consultancy business will help you to:
- Create a new income stream for yourself, your department and the University.
- Enhance teaching and research by providing you with new case studies and data sets
- Increase your profile and that of the University.
- Keep you up to date with industry and in touch with practitioners.
- Create further opportunities for student placements, research contracts and teaching company schemes.
To book on the above events please ring ext: 6000 or email: business@bradford.ac.uk
Learning Support Seminars from the TQEG
Designing Programme Specifications on 15th January 2003 - Excellence
Plus Strand
Further information can be obtained via the web at: www.brad.ac.uk/acad/tqeg/Programmes/LSSeminars02-03/workshops.htm.
To book a place email: tqe-sec@bradford.ac.uk or phone ext 3286.
Gallery II Exhibition
The University's very own art gallery is now open featuring a new exhibition of work from the permanent art collection of the University of Bradford.
'From the Collection' will run during term time from Monday 13th January to Friday 31st January 2003.
For the full details visit the Gallery II web page.
Stamps for Guide Dogs
Big thanks to everyone who has already sent in stamps from the Festive Season. Please continue sending in your stamps throughout the year, they are very much appreciated by the Guide Dogs for the Blind.
Send them in to: Shirley Moorhouse, Student Advisor, UBU Advice Centre, Communal Building.
Many thanks.
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