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DEVELOP CRITICAL THINKING

Are you interested in developing critical thinking in your students? Are you looking for innovative new tutorial activities? Do you want to help your students make better use of your online resources? If the answer is yes, then join the LAMS at Macquarie Implementation Project and trial LAMS (the Learning Activity Management System).

Come to the LAMS demonstration on Wednesday 27 July from 11.00am–12.00noon in Library, Level 1, Training Room 1 and see how the new collaborative software created at Macquarie can help you.

Bookings are essential. Contact: Renee Vance x9148 or email: rvance@melcoe.mq.edu.au

For more information please contact:

Robyn Philip x4150 or email: rphilip@melcoe.mq.edu.au or
Angela Voerman, x4151 or email: avoerman@melcoe.mq.edu.au

or visit: http://www.melcoe.mq.edu.au/projects/lams@mq.htm

Robyn Philip
Macquarie E-learning Centre of Excellence (MELCOE)

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CENTRE FOR FLEXIBLE LEARNING

CFL Staff Training and Development Program

CFL is offering a range of training and development opportunities for new and experienced staff working in flexible and online environments.

Going online: Issues and options

Thinking about giving your unit an online presence? During this workshop you will view what others have done, discuss options and issues you are likely to meet, and look at how a website and other CFL resources affect your pedagogy. You will see how to build your resource slowly and work with grants.

Date: Tuesday 16 August, 12.00 noon–2.00pm, Library Room 1A

If you would like a workshop adapted to suit your Department's issues please contact CFL's Educational Developers on: cfl-educ@mq.edu.au

Recommended: for staff interested in teaching online.

Contact: Margaret Kropman x7767 or cfl-educ@mq.edu.au. Please let us know you are coming.

iLecture Staff Tool

A hands-on session about the iLecture Staff Tool. This tool allows you to manage your pre-booked iLectures, upload PowerPoints and add supplementary content to your audio recordings. Select from one of the sessions below.

Dates: Tuesday 9 August, 2.00pm–4.00pm, Library Training Room 1or

Friday 12 August, 10.00am–12.00 noon, Library Training Room 1

Bookings essential: send your name and staff number (required) and session details (iLecture Staff Tool) to: training@library.mq.edu.au

Recommended: only for staff using iLecture in Semester 2, 2005.

Contact: Training & Support x9945 or x7593

Are You Ready?

An essential workshop for anyone preparing their online unit for the semester. Topics include student enrolment, quick content updates, assistance with advanced WebCT features such as selective release and quizzes. There will be technical staff to assist with last minute refinements and Educational Services staff, who will be available on call, for consultation on e-learning strategies.

Date: Thursday 28 July, 1.00pm–4.00pm, Library Training Room 2

You don't need to book, just drop in!

Recommended: for staff using a WebCT online unit for teaching.

Contact: Training & Support x9945 or x7593

WebCT Basics

Get up to speed quickly with WebCT. This session is a short introduction to the basic WebCT functions. It will cover editing online material and using the communications tools to participate in a WebCT online unit. Select from one of the sessions below.

Dates: Friday 29 July, 10.00am–1.00pm,Library Training Room 2 or

Wednesday 10 August, 10.00am–1.00pm, Library Training Room 2 or

Thursday August 11, 1.00pm–4.00pm, Library Training Room 1

Bookings essential: send your name and staff number (required) and session details (WebCT Basics) to:

training@library.mq.edu.au

Recommended: for academic and general staff, and particularly tutors and casual staff, who want to get up to speed quickly at the beginning of semester.

Contact: Training & Support x9945 or x7593

Customised programs

CFL can customise a program for your specific training and development needs. You may need training outside the dates and times we offer or you may need specific areas covered in depth. Please contact us for more information.

Recommended: for all staff interested in advanced WebCT features. Also recommended for groups or individuals who need training beyond WebCT Basics.

Contact: Training & Support x9945 or x7593

AVTS is moving to W6B233

During July 2005 Audio Visual Technology Services (AVTS) is moving its main control room from W5C 319 to W6B 233.

The AVTS helpdesk phone number will remain as x7571.

All AV loans, bookings, iLecture and general enquiries will be done from W6B 233.

This room is staffed from 8.00am to 8.00pm during term. During term breaks the AVTS main control room is open from 8.30am to 1.00pm and then 2.00pm to 4.30pm.

Chris Lavina
Training and Support Officer
Centre for Flexible Learning

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AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR AWARDS

The National Australia Day Council invites members of the University community to nominate someone who makes you proud to be an Australian for the Australian of the Year Awards.

You're invited to nominate a friend, family member, community leader, colleague or even someone famous—an Australian who you believe makes our country a better place to live.

There are four categories:

• Australian of the Year
• Young Australian of the Year (16 to 25 years of age)
• Senior Australian of the Year (60 years and over)
• Local Hero

Nominations close on 29 August and forms can be obtained by calling 1300 655 193 or are available online at the website: www.australianoftheyear.gov.au

Lisa Curry Kenny
Chair
National Australia Day Council

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METS (MACQUARIE ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL SERVICES)

METS (Macquarie Engineering & Technical Services—a part of ICS) provides equipment design, manufacture and repair services to the teaching and research staff within the University and also to external clients.

The mechanical workshop is located in building F9B where our team handles a variety of projects.

Mechanical design and manufacture:

• Design, manufacture and repair of scientific equipment for a variety of labs
• Manufacturing parts for experimental lasers
• Construction of specialised marine tanks for ELS
• Microscope and telescope manufacture and maintenance
• Sculpture installation, repairs and transport
• Prototyping computer workstations and security installations
• Manufacture display cabinets for the Art Gallery
• Manufacture of jigs for mass production lines
• Alterations to horticultural equipment for experimental purposes

Link to job request: http://www.mets.mq.edu.au/jobs/mechanical_jobs.htm

Signage (engraved and/or vinyl cut) in a variety of finishes, colours and materials plus:

• Staff lapel badges
• Door, directory and mailbox names including holders
• Campus directory signs and boards
• Flag Signs and holders
• Logos
• Braille
• Plaques

Link to job request: http://www.mets.mq.edu.au/jobs/signage.htm

The Electronicworkshop is located in
E6A 224 and handles projects such as:

• Design of specialist equipment not commercially available (primarily for
  research and teaching support)
• Design of printed circuit boards for such equipment (or for clients'
  circuit designs)
• Fabrication of printed circuit boards (either METS designed or client
  designed)
• Electronic equipment assembly (prototype and small volume)
• Electronic systems integration (integrating commercially available equipment and custom designed and manufactured equipment)
• Repair of electronic equipment used in research and teaching
• Sourcing and purchasing of electronic components.

Link to job request: http://www.mets.mq.edu.au/jobs/electronics_jobs.htm

Electrical safety testing of equipment in the workplace is required by Occupational Health and Safety legislation.

We want to assist you to ensure your workplace is a safe environment. If any of your electrical equipment is untested or out of date, call us on x7192 to organise testing or see link below. Electricity has the potential to seriously injure or kill.

Here are some examples of the failures we have encountered during our campus testing:

• Exposed electrical wiring
• Extension leads and moulded IEC cables incorrectly wired
• Pieces of equipment with high resistance to earth
• Plug sockets incorrectly wired (active and neutral in incorrect positions)

Link to job request: http://www.mets.mq.edu.au/jobs/elec_testing_jobs.htm

Bonnie Lipman
METS (Macquarie Engineering & Technical Services)

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RED CROSS BLOOD SERVICE ON CAMPUS

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service Mobile Unit will soon be visiting campus. Winter is a particularly important time to donate blood as the winter weather brings on cold and flu and many donors are therefore unable to donate. As only 1 in 30 Australians are regular blood donors this can have a severe impact on blood supplies.

The blood service will be available in the SAM building Atrium on the following days:

Monday 1 August 10.00am–3.30pm
Tuesday 2 August 9.45am–3.30pm
Wednesday 3 August 9.45am–3.30pm
Thursday 4 August 9.45am–3.00pm

No appointment required. New donors are welcome and will be well cared for. Please ensure that you have a solid breakfast and drink plenty of fluids on the day of donation.

Kate Rochaix
Australian Red Cross

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MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY SPORTS ASSOCIATION NEWS

The DA for the construction of the Macquarie University Sports and Aquatic Centre was lodged with Ryde City Council in October 2004 and has since experienced some delays with ongoing discussions between the Council and the University.

While it is uncertain how long this process will take, 99% of the design documentation is complete and we are ready for tender issue as soon as the DA is approved. The tender process is expected to take approximately six weeks and construction will start two to four weeks after the contract has been awarded.

We are extremely excited at the prospect of a new facility servicing the students, staff and community of Macquarie University.

We have put significant planning into the relocation of facilities while construction takes place. Our goal is for members to be able to continue to train and compete in high level facilities. Disruptions will be kept to a minimum during construction.

To read about exciting Macquarie University Sports Association StaffMates programs click here.

Rachel Blackadder
Macquarie University Sports Association

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DUNMORE LANG CONFERENCE AND ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES

A reminder that Dunmore Lang College offers competitive conference and accommodation facilities.

We have been pleased to host in recent times People 2 People Sports Ambassador Program, a group of Fulbright teachers, Missouri University journalism students and the first students attending the International Sports Academy.

Please call James Tait on 9856 1011 with any enquiries or for further information.

John Reid
Business Development Manager
Dunmore Lang College

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STUDENTS AT MACQUARIE NEWS

Become a SAM Associate Member

Macquarie University staff members can still become a SAM Associate Member for only $30 and you will receive a wide range of exclusive discounts and benefits including:

• SAM Shop —50% discount on the Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, The Australian Financial Review and Business Review Weekly along with discounted food.
• SAM Spot —10% discount on fax services and discounted movie tickets.
• Food and beverage —extensive food and beverage discounts at The Grill, Ice Bar, Marxines Coffee Shop, The Coffee Cart, The Globe Café and the SAMBar.
• Publications and advertising —free listings in SAM’s new publication The Word and on the SAM website and 20% off display advertising rates.

If you would like to become a SAM Associate Member please contact the SAM Marketing team at: marketing@sam.mq.edu.au

Free Daily Telegraph

During the July recess you can pick up a free Daily Telegraph with any regular tea or coffee purchase at Marxines Coffee Shop and The Globe Café. Offer ends 28 July.

MACFest Week

The SAM courtyard will come alive for the second semester orientation week with entertainment, fun activities and market stalls during the day on 1–3 August. If you would like to get involved in MACFest Week and book a fete stall please contact SAM Marketing at: marketing@sam.mq.edu.au

Women’s Week

Women’s Week 2005 (16–18 August) is a special week to celebrate the many accomplishments of women and their contributions to this University and society. There will be a number of activities organised during this week including:

Tuesday 16 August

• Breast Cancer Awareness Event. Breast cancer is pertinent issue for all women. This event will have a range of guest speakers including a breast cancer survivor, a breast care nurse who will show how to do a breast examination and a senior oncologist who will talk about current issues in breast cancer.
• Self esteem/assertiveness workshop*
• Movie night with free barbecue.

Wednesday 17 August

• Annual Women’s Forum*. Guest speakers will talk about their achievements as women in the world of education, sport and business. This will be based on a Q&A format. Refreshments will be provided.
• Women’s Week live music night.

Thursday 18 August

• Healthy Lunch Break sponsored by Herbalife*. Free healthy lunches will be provided by Herbalife to help people understand how to find a balance between running busy lives, making smart choices when out food shopping, and not having to worry about compromising their health or weight. Enjoy some fabulous healthy fruit cocktails, fresh fruit, soy nuts and chocolate protein bars!
• Body Balance class *
• Three Minute Angels —massage available for gold coin donations to breast cancer research.

All events are free but registration is required for events marked with an *.

Contact Bernie, SAM Women’s Room Coordinator at: womensroom@sam.mq.edu.au

Rebekah Donders
Senior Marketing Executive
Students At Macquarie

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TICKETEK OFFER

Another offer has just arrived for Menopause The Musical. The Ladies Night special has tickets at $29.50, a $10.00 discount, for the 3 August performance.

Visit the website to download the fax form. http://137.111.166.8/ticketek

Mark Smith

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ARE YOU TRAVELLING ON UNIVERSITY BUSINESS?

STA Travel are one of the preferred Travel providers for Macquarie University.

We have access to a wide range of airfares to suit your travel needs. We may also be able to book your conference accommodation as we have a database of over 20,000 hotels worldwide.

There are two advisers to help you with your bookings, Kathy Casey and Jake Chiem, who have over 10 years travel experience.

We also have an email address especially for University travel: macquarieedu@branch.statravel.com.au and two dedicated phone extensions on x8440 and x8442.

You can also drop into our office located next to the SAM Spot in the SAM building

We are also very happy to quote for your holiday travel as well.

We hope to see you all very soon.

Andrew Turner
Branch Manager
STA Travel

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LACHLAN’S RESTAURANT

Are you looking for a new place to dine?

Conveniently located on the Macquarie University Campus at the award winning MGSM Executive Hotel and Conference Centre is Lachlan's Restaurant.

Lachlan's Restaurant features creative modern Australian cuisine and is fully licensed.

Opening Hours:

• Dinner and breakfast—seven days
• Lunch—Monday to Friday

If you have a large group, you can take advantage of our pre order arrangement.

MGSM's friendly staff can also assist you plan a private luncheon, dinner or cocktail reception for any special event such as department functions, farewells, birthdays etc.

For more information or if you would like a sample of our new and exciting menu for Lachlan's or a function menu please contact: Lachlan's Restaurant on x9139 or email: hotel@mgsm.com.au

Nigel Logue
Hotel Manager

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CATHOLIC MASS ON CAMPUS

The Catholic Chaplaincy would like to invite all staff and students to attend daily Mass. The Holy Eucharist will be offered on Campus Monday to Friday during semester. There will be no Mass during recess.

Where: W6B 325 Monday–Thursday
W6B 320 Fridays
Time: 1.10pm

The Sacrament of Penance will be available on request before and after Mass each day.

For further information please contact the Chaplaincy Office between 10.00am and 4.00pm daily on:

9850 7644
0418 683 647

Andrew Wood
Catholic Chaplaincy Convenor

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING

http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/training/

Enrolments for semester 2 2005 IT courses are now open and can be made online via: http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/training/course.php

The Macquarie University Library Information Technology Training Unit (ITTU) offers a wide selection of IT courses including training in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint; Adobe Photoshop and Acrobat; Dreamweaver; and Filemaker Pro.

Online IT and information skills training can be undertaken any time at your leisure via LearningFast TeachMe or Information Skills Online. Find out more at: http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/training/online.html

The following courses are on offer for Macquarie University staff in August:

HTML1

Plan and create a web page using Hypertext Markup Language.

Prerequisite: confident PC skills.
Date: Wednesday 24August, 9.00am–4.30pm

Enrol online at: http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=28

Adobe Photoshop CS—Two Day

Adobe Photoshop is a powerful graphics editing program that can be used for both manipulation of scanned images or to create original artwork.

This is a two day course, and both days should be attended.

Prerequisite: confident PC skills.
Date: Wednesday 31 August, 9.00am–4.30pm and Wednesday 7 September, 9.00am–4.30pm

Enrol online at: http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=38

Cecily Lenton
Online / IT Training Coordinator
Information Technology Training Unit
Macquarie University Library

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CPD NEWS

http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Making Work Work for Me and Others

This innovative program consists of five modules, presented over ten sessions, and is designed to support general staff, at HEW levels 2—5, in being successful, confident and inspired at work.

After a short introductory information session on Wednesday 27 July in the downstairs training room, Human Resources Building C4B, those who choose to participate in the program will be focussing on the following topics:

Module 1
Communication: All we do at work is driven by our skill in effectively communicating what we think, observe, feel and want. We will work on enhancing those skills through very practical exercises and feedback.

Module 2
Customer Service: Who are our customers? Serving them with excellence is important to Macquarie and to each of us. Why is that? You will get a chance to practise enhanced customer service skills and attitudes.

Module 3
Myself and Others: Why do people do what they do? How can we use insight into our own behaviour to work more efficiently and feel more satisfied with what we do? This module will teach you how to manage yourself effectively and how to influence your supervisor, manager and colleagues in a positive way.

Module 4
Working in a Team: Some teams work really well, others don’t. Why is that? We will look at and experience the influence individuals and their styles have on the team, and how you can best capitalise on those.

Module 5
Making it Real: This session provides support in achieving goals and in putting the learnings of the program into action.

It is possible to enrol into individual modules; however, preference is given to staff who choose to attend the full program.

A certificate of completion will be given to those who attend at least 8 out of the 10 sessions.

Registration forms are available from CPD, x9721. Places are limited and will be offered on a first come, first served basis.

Information Session
Date: Wednesday 27 July, 12.00 noon–2.00pm, C4B Downstairs Training Room

Module 1
Date: Friday 5 August, Friday 12 August, 9.30am–1.00pm, E6A 116

Module 2
Date: Friday 19 August, Friday 26 August, 9.30am–1.00pm, E6A 116

Module 3
Date: Friday 2 September, Friday 9 September, 9.30am–1.00pm, E6A 116

Module 4
Date: Friday 16 September, Friday 30 September, 9.30am–1.00pm, E6A 116

Module 5
Date: Friday 7 October, Friday 14 October, 9.30am–1.00pm, E6A 116

Facilitators: Joy Barrett and Rachel Lee
Enquiries: Robyn Clark, x9619, robyn.clark@mq.edu.au

2005 Macquarie University Teaching Development Grants – Round 1

The Macquarie University Teaching Development Grants Scheme supports small-scale teaching development initiatives that further the strategies indicated in the University's Teaching and Learning Plan but extend beyond the normal curriculum development activities expected within Divisions and Departments. A maximum of $8,000 is available per project, to be spent over one year.

Scheme must be written in accordance with the guidelines, which can be found at http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au/lern_tch/lt_grant.htm and then clicking on Macquarie University Teaching Development Grants (MUTDGs)

The closing date for applications is 4.00pm, Friday, 29 July 2005.

Eight copies of the application, with a MUTDG application cover sheet attached, should be submitted to Phoebe Dangerfield, Executive Officer, Centre for Flexible Learning, W6B 255.

More information is available from Anna Reid, Centre for Professional Development, phone x9780, email: anna.reid@mq.edu.au

Business Writing

Writing in a business context demands certain professional standards. This practical workshop will provide opportunities to review your current standard and look at how to adjust it to suit the different needs of your readers. It covers a review of core language skills and considers the needs of modern business writing.

This program focuses on how to plan, prepare, and present written information that will appeal to the reader. It will demonstrate how to present your content/material more clearly, and also provide details on how to deliver documentation at the appropriate professional standard.

This program is offered to both general and academic staff.

Lunch will be provided.

Date: Thursday 4 August, 9.30am–4.30pm, E6A 116
Facilitator and Enquiries: Robyn Clark, x9619, robyn.clark@mq.edu.au

Special Interest Research Group in E.learning

The Special Interest Research Group in E.Learning aims to support the development of a critically reflective, evidence-based approach to the development of sustainable, high quality E.learning environments in the higher education sector.

Each of the sessions will feature guest speakers who have been researching and working in the area of E.learning. Through ongoing discussion it is hoped that the forum will assist in identifying research issues, developing collaborative partnerships, providing feedback on current projects and identifying the implications of research outcomes for professional practice. All staff interested in developing their scholarship in learning, teaching, leadership, management or organisational development are invited to participate.

Date: Wednesday 10 August, 1.00pm–3.00pm, E6A 116
Facilitator and Enquiries: Maree Gosper, x9752,

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WHAT’S ON IN PR & MARKETING

Student fees and charges for 2006

A brochure outlining students’ contributions and fees for domestic fee-paying places is being prepared for distribution on Open Day. The information is available on the web at www.hscandbeyond.mq.edu.au.

HSC Enrichment Program

Open Day—Saturday 10 September

Thank you to those staff who confirmed their Open Day involvement before the 13 July deadline. The Open Day draft website will be up at a temporary URL: www.pr.mq.edu.au/open-day-draft at 12.00 noon on Friday 22 July for staff to check and will then go live on Monday 1 August at: www.mq.edu.au/openday.

Staff Changes

Media Manager Kathy Vozella is currently on maternity leave and will return to the University in February 2006. Greg Welsh x7456 is Acting Media Manager in Kathy's absence. Journalist Lyn Danninger x7383 has joined the Unit and will be here until February.

Greg Welsh
Acting Media Manager

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT OFFICE NEWS

Work Experience Program 2005

In semester 1 2005, 32 students from the Department of Accounting participated in the Work Experience Program. From the 2005 student intake, four students have been offered part-time employment as a result of their excellent performance whilst participating in WEP with their host employer.

Students on placement are engaged in a variety of accountancy related duties that range from preparation of tax returns and BAS statements to bank reconciliations and budget reports.

The CDO has received very positive feedback from both student and employers alike, with many employers returning to the program in semester 2.

If you are aware of any accounting firms requiring a student assistant, please contact Donna Moulds in the Career Development Office on x7373.

Job Opportunity of the Month—July

The CDO is continuing to build partnerships with tertiary sector employers and is currently promoting opportunities with UAC on 2006 admissions for entry into Australian universities. The roles on offer are full-time Assessor positions and would suit those with tertiary sector experience.

Applications close on 25 July 2005. For further information contact careers@mq.edu.au or login to CareerHub: www.careers.mq.edu.au/students.htm

CareerHub Update

In the last month, CareerHub has registered 181 new employers for use of our online job posting service. The IT profession is the strongest industry in terms of new registrations and employers from accounting and marketing have also been active in registering graduate and vacationer positions online.

Promoting CareerHub to industries linked with your Division is a great way to assist students in finding relevant graduate positions and part-time work during their studies. Please direct prospective employers to our website for further information: www.careers.mq.edu.au/employers.htm

Caroline Spurway
Career Development Office

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ALUMNI

http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/index.htm

Alumni Awards Ceremony 2005

During the annual Alumni Awards Ceremony on Wednesday 25 May 2005, the Vice-Chancellor presented three alumni with the inaugural Alumni Award for Distinguished Service. This award is sponsored by the Alumni Office and the Standing Committee of Convocation.

The award was established to recognise and honour the outstanding achievements of Macquarie University alumni and to highlight the significant contributions our alumni have made within their chosen professions and to society.

The 2004 recipients were:

Professor John Croucher, presently a professor at the Macquarie Graduate School of Management, who received his award for an outstanding contribution to the mathematical and statistical profession.

Ms Tonia Godhard AM who received her award for an outstanding contribution to the early childhood education profession.

Dr Greg Taylor, a former staff member of the Department of Actuarial Studies, who received his award for an outstanding contribution to the actuarial profession.

The University community is encouraged to nominate alumni for the 2005 award. The closing date is Friday 3 March 2006.

A nomination form and award conditions can be found on the Alumni website at: http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/html/AlumniAwards.html or can contact the Alumni Office on 9850 7310 or email: alumni@reg.mq.edu.au

Annual Parliament House Luncheon

Writing Accurate Historical Novels—In a Non-boring Way

Date: 12.30pm, Thursday 22 September
Venue: State Parliament, Macquarie Street, Sydney
Cost: $55 per person
Bookings: essential
RSVP: Friday 16 September

Guest speaker at the Annual Parliament House Luncheon is Dr Colleen McCullough, internationally known Australian author of such novels as Tim, The Thornbirds and her series of Roman novels.

Dr McCullough holds an Honorary Doctorate from Macquarie University and has collaborated closely with the Department of Ancient History in the writings of her ancient history novels.

A booking can be made on online at: http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/htm/FormBooking.html

Email or fax your acceptance to:

Email: alumni@reg.mq.edu.au
Fax: (02) 9850 9478
Tel: (02) 9850 7310

Mark Herndon
Director
Alumni Office

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MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA

We are using both print and broadcasting monitoring services, but they do sometimes miss Macquarie mentions. To ensure a more comprehensive and accurate Macquarie in the media column, please always let us know whenever you have been a subject or an author of any print media item, including reviews of your work or letters-to-the-editor from you, and if you appear on the electronic media. Kindly forward the information by email to Greg Welsh: greg.welsh@mq.edu.au; by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to Ground Floor, Goodman Fielder Building, Macquarie University Research Park.

Professor Tony Adams (International): rejected the claim that universities had dropped standards to accommodate international students, The Australian, 6 July

Ms Robyn Arrowsmith (Modern History): is studying Australian war brides and said that 15,000 Australian women married US servicemen, Toowoomba Chronicle, 2 July

Associate Professor Frank Ashe (Applied Finance Centre): wrote a letter to the editor in answer to questions of consciousness raised by another reader, Australian Financial Review, 11 July; is one of the speakers at a two-day conference organised by UTS on the issues underpinning the management of traditional investment funds, Investment and Technology, 1 July

Associate Professor Jeremy Bailey (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): will be watching the punching of a hole in a passing comet for carbon and nitrogen, vital ingredients of amino acids, the 'building blocks of life', Sydney Morning Herald, 2 July

Dr Tim Bayne (Philosophy): and colleague Neil Levy wrote in the Journal of Applied Philosophy that as long as people who wanted to have healthy limbs removed were deemed sane, they should be able to get a limb safely removed by a surgeon, Cairns Post, 6 July

Mr David Blair (Humanities): interviewed about changing place names in the wake of one of the Twelve Apostles collapsing into the sea, ABC 612 Brisbane, 6 July

Ms Joanne Byng (International): said that it's not fair to have hospitals write off bad debt or for the university to foot the bill because international students are letting their health insurance cover lapse, Australian Financial Review, 4 July

Professor Tyrone Carlin (MGSM): says law firms stand out among the professions as being particularly reluctant to sponsor graduate business degrees, Lawyers Weekly, 1 July; said he wouldn't be surprised if empirical research on earnings management in Australia was going on, Australian Financial Review, 18 July

Dr Jane Carstairs (Psychology): and George Mylonas found that open plan offices do not encourage more communicative, satisfied and productive workers as once thought, Sunday Telegraph, 3 July

Professor John Croucher (MGSM): his weekly Number Crunch column included statistics such as 'length of the world's longest iceberg: 100 kilometres', Sydney Morning Herald, 2 July; The Age, 2 July; his weekly Number Crunch column included statistics such as 'rate at which a mosquito flaps its wings: 587 times a second', Sydney Morning Herald, 9 July; The Age, 9 July; his weekly Number Crunch column included statistics like 'chance of women aged 42 and over having a child without assisted technology: 4 per cent', Sydney Morning Herald, 16 July; The Age, 16 July

Professor Paul Davies (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): discusses how Einstein overturned the base of the understanding of physics with five papers published in one year 100 years ago, Radio National Breakfast, 7 July; in a discussion on life from other planets, said he didn't think alien life would have difficulty with Earth-bound diseases, 4BC (Brisbane), 11 July

Ms Rhonda Davis (Art Gallery): along with David Lever, unearthed two rugs, believed to be made by the artist Margaret Preston in the early 1930s' from a shed in Berowra, Sydney Morning Herald, 29 June

Professor Elizabeth Deane (Environmental and Life Sciences): has accepted a second five-year term in the position of Dean of the Division of Environmental and Life Sciences, Campus Review, 29 June

Ms Megan Etheridge (Public Relations and Marketing): said the science and technology survey was in response to concerns about skill shortages, the future of scientific research and discovery, and the student body becoming weighted towards humanities and business, Northern District Times, 6 July

Mr Nigel Finch (MGSM): said that just because a market is booming don't assume companies in it are doing well—you have to look at the management, Sunday Telegraph, 3 July; Northern Territory News, 4 July

Dr Julie Fitness (Psychology): interviewed about the emotion of guilt, ABC South East NSW, 5 July

Associate Professor Andrew Fraser (Public Law): said experience practically everywhere in the world tells us that an expanding black population is a sure-fire recipe for increases in crime, violence and a wide range of other social problems, Parramatta Sun, 6 July; Blacktown Sun, 12 July; said Australia must withdraw from refugee conventions to avoid becoming a 'colony of the Third World', Sydney Morning Herald, 16 July; West Australian, 16 July; was the subject of letters to the editor regarding his published views about race, Sydney Morning Herald, 18 July

Mr Paul Gollan (MGSM): interviewed federal Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Kevin Andrews about IR reform, HR Monthly, 1 July

Dr Anita Heiss (Warawara): interviewed about the Indigenous Writers Festival, Radio Adelaide, 9 July; discussed Warawara—Department of Indigenous Studies on Kiss My Black Arts, 93.7FM, 14 July; discussed Indigenous literature on Blackchat, 93.7FM, 15 July

Dr Peter Langford (Psychology): conducted research which shows work-life balance may not be the 'golden egg' that delivers talent, Australian Financial Review, 14 July

Professor Sam Lieu (Ancient History): was mentioned in an interview with a University of New England academic in relation to the discovery of a community of Manicheans in China, ABC Radio National, 6 July

Professor John Matthews (MGSM): attended a forum in Dubbo, along with his How to Kill a Country co-authors, Daily Liberal, 13 July

Professor Philip Newall (Linguistics): says the latest technology in hearing aids is so sophisticated it can amplify a single speaker at a party and suppress other noise, Barrier Daily Truth, 24 June; said depression and anxiety are common for people with hearing loss who do not seek treatment, The Age, 16 July

Mr Maurice Newman (Chancellor): said that incoming Vice-Chancellor Steven Schwartz works to objectives and people who do not like being kept accountable will not enjoy him, Weekend Australian, 2 July; sent a lengthy email to all staff defending the appointment of Steven Schwartz to the position of vice-chancellor, Australian Financial Review, 4 July; defended new VC Steven Schwartz's impressive track record as a researcher with an international reputation in psychology, as an effective reformer of Brunel, as an outstanding leader, his close ties to the Blair Government and high-profile work broadening access to UK universities, Campus Review, 6 July

Dr Nick Parr (Business): His study is the first to link a woman's childlessness with early life circumstances, such as schooling and family circumstances, Sunday Telegraph, 17 July; Sun-Herald, 17 July

Professor Pam Peters (Linguistics): was interviewed about the Sesame Street factor—replacing Australian language with American alternatives, ABC Southern Queensland (Toowoomba), 7 July; discussed the history of American English impacting on Australian English from the gold rushes on, SYN FM Melbourne, 8 July; was interviewed on 'war words', i.e. expressions that enter the language (or take off) because they are much talked about in times of hostility, ABC 720 Perth, 14 July

Professor Steven Schwartz (Vice-Chancellor designate): said that although he hated to spoil a good story, Brunel University staff had never voted no confidence in him, indeed they had never been asked, The Australian, 13 July

Professor David Skellern (Electronics): led a team of researchers at Macquarie University to develop, in conjunction with CSIRO, the formative technology used in many of today's wireless networks, Australian Financial Review, 5 July

Dr Andrew Vincent (Politics): interviewed about the new Iranian president, Radio Singapore International, 1 July; interviewed about the struggle for the Gaza Strip and talked about the history of the Strip since the late 1960s, Radio Triple J, 5 July; interviewed on the London bombings and international terrorism, ABC Southern Queensland, 8 July; ABC Western Queensland, 8 July

Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): says Australian universities have never had the kind of Government funding that the new Asian universities have, Radio National Breakfast, 28 June; her weekly column was about the Centre for Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism, Weekly Times, 29 June; has said that the intellectual blends with the instinctual in artist Peter Griffin's work, Weekend Gold Coast Bulletin, 2 July; wrote that Sasha Pavkovic was treated extremely unfairly by a Sydney Morning Herald article of June 11, Sydney Morning Herald, 5 July; is one of 10 women vice-chancellors in Australia's 38 universities, The Australian, 6 July; her weekly column introduced new Vice-Chancellor Professor Steven Schwartz, Weekly Times, 6 July; her weekly column profiled the Department of Modern History at Macquarie, Weekly Times, 13 July

Issues and Events

Presenter Mark Collins says that Macquarie Trio are in town and will be playing at Elder Hall this Sunday, Radio Adelaide, 1 July

In its search to fill the chair vacated by violinist Nicholas Milton, the Macquarie Trio has chanced on Natalie Chee as a possible candidate, Herald Sun, 1 July

The Macquarie Trio's concert last Monday night opened with a substituted work when Haydn's Trio No 9 in A major was played instead of the announced Trio in D minor by Gaetano Donizetti, Canberra Times, 1 July

Jane Smythe is a PhD candidate in Egyptology and each year joins the Macquarie University dig team at Helwan, Daily Liberal, 1 July

Natalie Chee was interviewed about joining the Macquarie Trio as a guest violinist, MX - Melbourne, 28 June

The International College of Tourism and Hotel Management is changing its name to the International College of Management and will offer new bachelor degrees in business administration in association with Macquarie University, Sydney Morning Herald, 29 June; Manly Daily, 30 June

An academic who has received votes of no confidence from staff at two universities and whom staff nominated to star on a British TV program about bad bosses will be Macquarie University's new vice-chancellor, The Australian, 29 June

Macquarie University has chosen higher education reformer and free-market advocate Steven Schwartz as its new vice-chancellor to replace Di Yerbury, who will retire next year after a record 19 years in the post, Australian Financial Review, 29 June

Macquarie University PhD student Andrew Vitiello is testing the electrode neuroadaptive regulator as a treatment for chronic neck pain, The Australian, 29 June

The Macquarie Trio stepped out of their usual repertoire in their third concert of the year, Something Old, Something New, Sydney Morning Herald, 29 June

The Federal Government helped to bankroll the Australian Research Institute in Education for Sustainability at Macquarie University to encourage practical environmental education that changes the behaviour of individuals and companies, The Australian, 29 June

An intrepid investigator, Rodna Sielbels was one of only three Macquarie University students chosen to take part in an excavation project in Egypt during the late 1980s, Macarthur Chronicle, 28 June

Macquarie University research has concluded that open plan offices do not encourage communication and result in dissatisfied and unproductive workers, Triple M, 5 July

The Macquarie Trio was at the top of its form in a concert with a solid core of Viennese classics, Adelaide Advertiser, 5 July

No one will ever accuse Steven Schwartz of not speaking his mind, loudly and often. And some of what he says is likely to terrify academics at Macquarie University where he will take over as Vice-Chancellor next February, Weekend Australian, 2 July

Dr Kathleen Warren, an early childhood consultant who taught three of The Wiggles at Macquarie University, agrees that The Wiggles' performance philosophy and standards are now internationally recognised among childhood educators, Weekend Australian, 2 July

Macquarie University Arts student Stephen Hunt will swim from Spain to Morocco to help AIDS sufferers next month, Sunday Telegraph, 3 July

Macquarie University Masters student George Mylonas was interviewed about open plan offices and said that the nature of work influences whether open plan offices are beneficial to productivity or not, Radio 2CC Canberra, 4 July

Ryde Council has approved a study into introducing a street parking scheme, including parking meters on the streets adjoining Macquarie University and the Macquarie Centre, Northern District Times, 6 July

Before Macquarie University had announced last week that Steven Schwartz was its new vice-chancellor, the news was in the British press, The Australian, 6 July

Word is that some academics at Macquarie are running a book to see if Steven Schwartz wins the trifecta: three universities, three no-confidence votes by staff, The Australian, 6 July

ANU's Michael Gallagher, former head of DEST's higher education group, sounding the warning that some universities' reliance on income from overseas student fees threatens their financial viability at a conference at Macquarie University, The Australian, 6 July

Jenna Tregarthen and 24 fellow Macquarie University students travelled to Thailand to help the community rebuild their lives after the tsunami, Hornsby Advocate, 7 July

The International College of Management is working with Macquarie University to provide a business degree in property services management, Sydney Morning Herald, 7 July

Another in the line of guests taking on the role of violinist with the Macquarie Trio, Natalie Chee contributed to the ensemble's latest program with a refined, shapely line that sounded out of its depth in the trio's aggressive sound world, The Age, 1 July

The University of Western Sydney is planning an office development on spare land, as is Macquarie University, Business Review Weekly, 30 June

Having recently been awarded a Macquarie University medal for ancient history, Clare Rowan is not even drawing breath before plunging into her PhD studies at the same campus, Northern District Times, 29 June

Professor Anne Edwards writes: How do we recognise and reward the work of Professor Kevin Wheldall from Macquarie University in implementing his MULTILIT program in the Indigenous communities of Cape York?, Campus Review, 29 June

The Macquarie Trio's cellist Michael Goldschlager proved honesty is the best policy before this concert began when he explained why there would be a change to the program, The Australian, 30 June

Far from having lived in an 'ivory tower', more than 90 per cent of the Macquarie Graduate School of Management's faculty have had significant outside career experience, Australian Financial Review, 8 July

Of 16 managed funds surveyed by Macquarie Graduate School of Management eight were found to not adequately comply with the ASIC guidelines while a further six needed to make 'substantial additional disclosures' in order to comply, Investment and Technology, 1 July

The third colloquium of the IUCN Academy of Environmental Law is taking place at Macquarie University from 10–15 July, Australian Financial Review, 11 July

The Macquarie Graduate School of Management enjoys a good reputation and also makes money due to tight cost control, Australian Financial Review, 11 July

Industrial lawyer Irfan Yusuf, who studied law at Macquarie University, wrote an article about the difference between terrorists and most members of the Muslim faith, Daily Telegraph, 11 July

Not all business schools lose money. The Macquarie Graduate School of Management at Sydney's Macquarie University, gives its parent a healthy return each year, Australian Financial Review, 11 July

McDonalds Australia Chief Executive Peter Bush studied economics at Macquarie University, Business Review Weekly, 14 July

Sadiq Ansari, who is studying law and psychology at Macquarie University, took part in a panel discussion on 'Being Muslim in Australia' organised by the Affinity Intercultural Foundation in Parramatta, Blacktown Sun, 12 July

Macintyre high school student Kate Higgins was one of 50 students chosen to take part in the UBS Finance Academy held at Dunmore Lang College, Macquarie University, Inverell Times, 12 July

A new report analysing 2004 staff-to-student ratios at all Australian universities mentioned that Macquarie University stood at 23.3 students for every teacher, up from 17.4 in 1996, and including 37 students per academic in management-commerce, Australian Financial Review, 13 July; Sydney Morning Herald, 13 July; The Australian, 13 July

About 800 students at Sydney's Macquarie University have lobbied Vice-Chancellor Di Yerbury to remove the incumbent student council, The Australian, 13 July

The University of Newcastle soccer team lost 2-0 to Macquarie University in the final at the Eastern Conference Games, Newcastle Herald, 13 July

The University of Wollongong baseball team were runners-up to Macquarie University at the Eastern Conference Games, Illawarra Mercury, 12 July; Wollongong Advertiser, 13 July

Local boy Mitchell Micevski was selected to attend the UBS Finance Academy at Dunmore Lang College, Macquarie University, Area News (Griffith), 11 July

Two local students were selected to attend the UBS Finance Academy at Dunmore Lang College, Macquarie University, Blacktown Advocate, 13 July

Figures on chances of winning the lottery from Macquarie University were used in a story on gambling odds, Courier Mail, 13 July

Profiles of students who had improved their literacy due to the MULTI-LIT Program at Macquarie University, The Gladstone Observer, 5 April; The Gladstone Observer, 7 April; The Gladstone Observer, 11 April; The Gladstone Observer, 12 April

Hornsby Heights artist Minyoung Lee-Williams has had works purchased for the Macquarie University Permanent Collection, Hornsby Advocate, 14 July

Music on Winter Sundays at Macquarie University was included in the 'Your Sydney Weekend' segment, 2GB, 17 July

US professor Kris Feder presented the FJ Walsh Memorial Lecture at Macquarie University in July, Weekly Times, 13 July

Greg Welsh
Acting Media Manager

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SCHOLARSHIPS

http://www.ro.mq.edu.au/HDRU/scholar.htm

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CONFERENCES

Second Asia-Pacific Educational Integrity Conference
University of Newcastle
2–3 December

Following on from the 2003 Inaugural Asia-Pacific Educational Integrity Conference in Adelaide which established the Asia Pacific Forum on Educational Integrity, this conference will be tackling issues on academic integrity, values and ethics in teaching, learning and research.

Questions and issues to be addressed by the presenters:

• Education for citizenship
• Professional development and educational integrity in teaching, learning and research
• Values in assessment and teaching practice
• Teaching and learning technologies in supporting educational integrity
• Institutional leadership and educational integrity
• Educational integrity and online, distance and trans-national teaching
• Educational integrity in research training

Further information:

Telephone: 4921 5350
Fax: 4921 6827
Email: apeiconf@newcastle.edu.au

Closing dates:

Submissions of abstracts (non-refereed) and full papers (refereed): Friday 26 August
Submissions for poster sessions: Friday 28 October
Early Bird registration: prior to 1 October $345
Standard registration: after 1 October $412

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POSITIONS VACANT

INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

To apply for internally advertised positions, you must be:

• a current Macquarie University staff member AND
• a Continuing, Fixed-term or long-term Casual staff member

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
Library Restructure Program 2004-2006

During the Restructure Program the term “expression of interest” will be used to identify positions that are fixed-term secondments, not permanent positions. All permanent, fixed-term contract and long-term casual Library staff can apply for internal expressions of interest.

Shelving Supervisor
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 5856

The appointee will be responsible to the Manager, Information Resources for the supervision and coordination of the shelving of library materials. This operation involves shelving up to 6,000 items per day. The position also involves responsibility for staff training and provision of advice on collection maintenance.

This is a physically demanding position involving lifting, bending, standing for long periods and pushing and pulling trolleys. Applicants should be able to cope with the physical demands of the job.

Essential Selection Criteria: Qualifications at Associate Diploma level and/or relevant experience; supervisory experience in a service environment; demonstrated ability to work accurately with attention to detail; excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; team building skills and ability to work as part of a team; commitment to quality customer service principles; demonstrated commitment and ability to implement equal opportunity, occupational health and safety and ethical management principles in employment or education, working knowledge of the Library of Congress Classification Scheme and proficiency in the use of word processing packages and spreadsheets.

Enquiries: Glenys Oxlee, Manager Information Resources on (02) 9850 7543 or glenys.oxlee@mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis Monday to Friday 7.00am to 3.00pm, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $50,351 pa, including (Level 5) base salary $42,547 to $47,982 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 27 July 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

OFFICE OF DVC RESEARCH
Higher Degree Research Unit
Administrative Assistant
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 20046

The appointee will be required to respond to student enquiries concerning higher degree research candidature; provide general administrative support to the unit and Manager, particularly in matters related to the Higher Degree Research Committee. The appointee will be expected to provide assistance to other staff during peak times.

Essential Selection Criteria: Proven IT skills and ability to use complex databases; ability to work in a team and coordinate complex matters and communicate effective both orally and in writing in a range of situations and with a range of people; proven knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office products with well developed skills in the use of Word; proven reliability in meeting deadlines; accuracy and attention to detail in following administrative procedures.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Relevant administrative experience in at least some of the admissions processes for higher degree research candidates, or equivalent; ability to acquire a detailed knowledge of Rules governing postgraduate research candidature and a high level of organisational knowledge; knowledge of the organisation of the Higher Degree Research Unit; a good working knowledge of and experience with Student One.

Enquiries: Anne Thoeming on (02) 9850 7769 or anne.thoeming@mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $50,351 pa including (Level 5) base salary $42,547 to $47,982 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The successful applicant will be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 29 July 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Business Development Manager
(Part-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 20229

The ARC/NHMRC Research Network: Fluorescence Applications in Biotechnology and Life Sciences (FABLS) seeks a Business Development Manager with initiative to identify, pursue, establish and manage business development and other collaboration opportunities based on the research and development expertise and needs of the FABLS Network community. The Manager will also facilitate the legal, IP, financial and contractual aspects of new business opportunities and manage public relations for the FABLS Network. The position is half-time (17.5 hrs pw), for 12 months in the first instance with the possibility of extension.

Essential Selection Criteria: Bachelor degree in a relevant area of science or equivalent; strong business development skills such as cold calling, qualifying, writing and presenting cases for funding, researching companies, developing a strong and qualified prospect base as well as fundamental skills in managing the business development process; experience in fostering scientific, industrial or business collaboration, preferably involving research and development; ability to design and implement effective business, marketing and communication strategies; excellent interpersonal and networking skills including the ability to establish rapport with leaders in industry, research institutes and universities; understanding of management and commercial exploitation of IP and confidentiality from both academic and commercial perspectives; initiative, creativity, attention to detail and excellent organisational skills; understanding of and commitment to OH&S and EEO practices.

Enquiries: Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs or contact Professor Ewa Goldys on (02) 9850 8902 or fabls@ics.mq.edu.au For more information on FABLS see http://www.physics.mq.edu.au/research/fluoronet

The position is available on a part-time (fixed-term) basis, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $83,408 pa, including (Level 10) base salary $75,591 to $88,956 pa, annual leave loading and 9% employer’s superannuation. Conditions include salary sacrificing opportunities.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003-2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a University Policy.

www.jobs.mq.edu.au

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CLASSIFIEDS

DIARY

July

Sunday 24 July

MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS Free concert—Daniel Herscovitch, Thomas Tsai and Murray Khouri (piano, cello and clarinet trio). Macquarie Theatre at 2.30pm. Admittance is on a first-come first-served basis. For further information please contact Mrs Kerry Klujin on 9850 7460 or email: kerry.klujin@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 27 July

SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY The Dead Sea Scrolls. Dr Shani Berrin. 1.00pm–2.00pm, X5B T1. Free public lecture. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512.

SPECIAL SEMINAR—MODERN HISTORY Professor Sally Alexander (Professor of History Goldsmith’s College, University of London) Author of Becoming A Woman The Menace of London Growth. Room 127 W6A, 11.00am–1.00pm. All welcome. Contact Mary Spongberg, Modern History x8887.

MAKING WORK WORK FOR ME AND OTHERS-INFORMATION SESSION. 12.00 noon – 2.00pm in the Human Resources Training Room (downstairs), C4B. Lunch will be provided. Facilitators: Joy Barrett and Rachel Lee. Enquiries: Robyn Clark, x9619, robyn.clark@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Friday 29 July

MAHA GREEK DRAMA FESTIVAL—STATE FINALS Macquarie Theatre, 9.30am to 3.00pm.

2005 MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY TEACHING DEVELOPMENT GRANTS—ROUND 1 Applications for funding of the Macquarie University Teaching Development Grants Scheme must be written in accordance with the guidelines, which can be found at: http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au/lern_tch/ lt_grant.htm and then clicking on the Macquarie University Teaching Development Grants link. The closing date for applications is 4.00pm, Friday, 29 July 2005.

Saturday 30 July

AUSTRALIAN CENTRE FOR EGYPTOLOGY ANNUAL DINNER 6.30pm at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club. Charge: $50. Enquiries: 9850 8848

Sunday 31 July

MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS Free concert—John Winther, solo pianist. Macquarie Theatre at 2.30pm. Admittance is on a first-come first-served basis. For further information please contact Mrs Kerry Klujin on 9850 7460 or email: kerry.klujin@mq.edu.au

August

Thursday 4 August

ACTUARIAL STUDIES RESEARCH SEMINAR SERIES Topic to be announced. Emiliano A Valdez, Associate Professor in Actuarial Studies (UNSW). 4.00pm–5.00pm in C5C 350.

BUSINESS WRITING 9.30am–4.30pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. Facilitator and Enquiries: Robyn Clark, x9619, robyn.clark@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Friday 5 and Friday 12 August

MAKING WORK WORK FOR ME AND OTHERS—MODULE 1: COMMUNICATION 9.30am–1.00pm in E6A 116. Facilitator: Joy Barrett, x9619, joy.barrett@mq.edu.au Enquiries: Robyn Clark, x9619, robyn.clark@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Sunday 7 August

MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS Free concert—Ku-ring-gai Male Choir. Macquarie Theatre at 2.30pm. Admittance is on a first-come first-served basis. For further information please contact Mrs Kerry Klujin on 9850 7460 or email: kerry.klujin@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 10 August

SPECIAL INTEREST RESEARCH GROUP IN E-LEARNING 1.00pm–3.00pm in E6A 116. Facilitator and Enquiries: Maree Gosper, x9752, maree.gosper@mq.edu.au. To book call CPD on x 9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Thursday 11 August

SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY Research Seminar. Reading the Bible in Medieval England. Dr Diane Speed. W6A 308 at 7.30pm. Charge: $5/$7. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512.

CUSTOMS IN COMMON LAW CULTURE, MEMORY SEMINAR SERIES Judging Historians, Judging History. Lawrence McNamara, (Law, Macquarie University). Trevor Martin Moot Court, W3A Level 3. 1.00pm–2.00pm.

Friday 12 August

CRITICAL AND CULTURAL STUDIES RESEARCH SEMINAR SERIES—THEME OF WAR/TERROR Dr Jeff Lewis (RMIT) Title: TBA. W6A 820 1.00pm–2.00pm. Light refreshments served. All welcome.

Friday 12 August–Sunday 14 August

MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL WEEKEND CONFERENCE Home and Away. Merroo Conference Centre, Kurrajong. Enquiries: 9850 8833.

Saturday 13 August

PSALM ENCHANTED EVENING Macquarie University Singers evening of Psalms from Rutter, Purcell, Bernstein and Durufle. A chamber group from the choir will sing the Australian premiere of a work, based on the Odes of Solomon, by US composer Greg Bartholemew. The performance will include solos for soprano and countertenor and an ensemble of professional musicians on harp, organ, flute, oboe, percussion and cello. Macquarie University Theatre. Parking for the evening is free. Ticket prices $30, $20 and students $15.

Sunday 14 August

MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS Free concert—NSW Police Band. Back by popular demand! Macquarie Theatre at 2.30pm. Admittance is on a first-come first-served basis. For further information please contact Mrs Kerry Klujin on 9850 7460 or email: kerry.klujin@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 17 August

CUSTOMS IN COMMON LAW CULTURE, MEMORY SEMINAR SERIES 'Any Resemblance to Persons Living or Dead': Disclaiming History in Historical Films? Dr Marnie Hughes-Warrington, ( Modern History, Macquarie University). Trevor Martin Moot Court, W3A Level 3. 1.00pm–2.00pm.

Thursday 18 August

ACTUARIAL STUDIES RESEARCH SEMINAR SERIES Topic to be announced. Claymore Marshall, honours student. (Actuarial Studies, Macquarie University). 4.00pm–5.00pm in C5C 350.

Thursday 25 August

CUSTOMS IN COMMON LAW CULTURE, MEMORY SEMINAR SERIES Derrida and The Law of the Home: Economy, Gift, Hospitality. Associate Professor Nick Mansfield, (Cultural Studies, Macquarie University). Trevor Martin Moot Court, W3A Level 3. 1.00pm–2.00pm.

Friday 26 August

MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION Swords and Sandals—The Last Days of Pompeii. X5B 321 at 7.30pm. No charge for members, others by donation of coin.

CRITICAL AND CULTURAL STUDIES RESEARCH SEMINAR SERIES—THEME OF WAR/TERROR Defining Terrorism to Protect Human Rights. Dr Ben Saul (University of NSW). Dr Saul specialises in public international law, and is the co-author of Future Seekers: Refugees and the Law in Australia (Federation Press, Sydney, 2002). He has been a legal expert for the UN Committee on the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinians, conducted human rights training of Bhutanese refugees in Nepal for UNHCR, assisted the UN Human Rights Committee in Geneva, and undertaken field research on internal displacement in Sudan. W6A 820 at 1.00pm–2.00pm. All welcome. Light refreshments served.

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