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5 May 2006
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PRINTERY DATES SEMESTER 2, 2006To ensure that printed class material is ready for the beginning of Semester 2 please submit material to the Printery by the dates specified below.
Ideally we would like material in by the dates listed below, but if you can contact us beforehand and advise of approximate quantities we will do our best accommodate late entries. Distance Education Units Internal Units Internal and Distance Education Units for sale in the Co-op Bookshop Please correctly enter all information on the Requisition for Printing Services Form and check your account number before submitting your material for printing. The requisition form is available at: www.mq.edu.au/printery/pdf/requisitionForm.pdf For all enquiries please ring the Printery on x7385. John Cason |
LAMS@MACQUARIE: WHAT’S ON?Seminar 2: Linking Research and Teaching with LAMSThis seminar showcased the implementation of LAMS by two Macquarie staff members: Associate Professor Peter Petocz from the Department of Statistics and Dr Paul Nesbit from MGSM. In the second part of the Seminar, Dr Anna Reid from CPD led a discussion on the ways in which research projects and papers can be developed from teaching experience. Presentations and documents from the seminar are available from the web: www.melcoe.mq.edu.au/projects/LAMS@MQ/whatson.htm#Seminars Want to Know Who is Using LAMS?If you would like to know who is using LAMS then please visit: www.melcoe.mq.edu.au/projects/LAMS@MQ/models.htm LAMS ConferenceDesigning the Future of Learning , the first international LAMS conference, will take place from 6–8 December 2006. The venue is expected to be in the Sydney CBD. The deadline for papers is 31 July 2006. For further information please visit: http://lamsfoundation.org/lams2006/ LAMS Training and DemonstrationsStaff at Macquarie can request training or demonstrations for their Department or special interest groups by contacting either: Robyn Philip (MELCOE) Trish Edmonds (CFL) Otherwise staff can book into one of the scheduled training sessions. Bookings are essential, send your name and staff number (required) and session details (LAMS Basics) to: training@library.mq.edu.au Friday 19 May Thursday 15 June Robyn Philip |
CFL PRINT DESIGN SERVICEPoster, banner, flyer, brochure? In addition to our web design and maintenance services, the Centre for Flexible Learning (CFL) offers a print design service to all Divisions, Departments and offices at Macquarie University, for the subsidised rate of $45 per hour. We design all kinds of printed material such as posters, brochures, flyers, banners, booklets, CD and DVD packaging, postcards and invitations. For samples of our work, go to www.cfl.mq.edu.au/media/print.htm and click on the links at the top of the page. For more information contact Tony Dwyer, Manager of Media Production Services on x9668 or email: tony.dwyer@mq.edu.au . Tony Dwyer |
2006 MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS FREE CONCERTThe Vice-Chancellor has pleasure in inviting all to the 2006 series of free concerts, Music on Winter Sundays, to be held in the Macquarie Theatre at 2.30pm on the following Sundays:
Free parking is available in W4 and X3 carparks only. A fee of $7.00 applies for parking in any other carpark location on campus. Tickets can be purchased from coin-operated machines in the carparks. Please note, admittance is on a first-come first-served basis and is limited to Contact: Mrs Kerry Klujin Mrs Kerry Klujin |
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY EXHIBITIONA book exhibition examining the achievements and legacy of Polish literature, Poland: a Celebration, will be held in the University Library from Monday 1 May to Wednesday 31 May 2006. The selection of works on display bears witness to the political challenges faced by Poland in the twentieth century, and reveals some of the artistic responses that emerged through its poetry, prose, drama, art and film. The exhibition has been prepared by Mr Andrew Siedlecki, Polish Studies, Division of Humanities, Macquarie University. For further details contact Andrew Siedlecki on tel: 9850 7014 or email: asiedlec@hmn.mq.edu.au Robin Walsh |
MUSR NEWSMacquarie University Sports and Aquatic Centre: Construction UpdateSince construction began in early March progress on the Macquarie University Sports and Aquatic Centre has been excellent and in line with the builder’s expected timeframe. Excavation of the 50m and 25m pools is nearing completion, with preparation work on the balance tanks for both pools also expected to be completed within the next few days. Most recently an area of very hard rock has been encountered whilst excavating the balance tank for the 50m pool. This has slowed progress on that area but has not affected the overall timetable. The next major area of excavation is the services area for the pool plant. The balance tank acts as an immediate source of water when water is taken out of the pool during periods of high bather load and filter backwashing. It enables the pool to maintain a consistent water level regardless of the number of people in the pool and or the amount removed during the normal backwash process. By mid-May the builders will commence the pouring of pool footings, it is expected this development will have a major effect on the construction site’s appearance. To view photos of the site click visit the MUSR website www.musr.mq.edu.au and click on the Aquatic Centre image on the homepage. Heartmoves comes to Macquarie University Sport and Leisure CentreHeartmoves is an exercise program developed by the National Heart Foundation and is now available at Macquarie University Sport and Leisure Centre. The Heartmoves program is a community-based exercise class that is suitable for people who have risk factors or conditions such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Although it has become widely known that exercise is essential for good health and the management of chronic diseases, it is often difficult for many people to know how much and how intense the exercise needs to be. “Many people avoid the usual fitness classes held in gyms because they are put off by the hoards of young, skimpily-clad exercisers. Heartmoves classes will provide an opportunity for people to exercise in a safe and non-intimidating environment, alongside others who have similar experiences” says Olivia Cawthorne, leader of the Macquarie University Sport and Leisure Centre Heartmoves Program. “We are very excited about the launch of Heartmoves in this area. This program is breaking new ground and will offer a safe community venue where participants will enjoy Heartmoves under Olivia’s guidance. Heart disease is still Australia’s biggest killer, and the most prevalent factor contributing to this is insufficient physical activity” explains Deb Huff (Heartmoves Project Co-ordinator) from the Heart Foundation. The classes focus not only on cardiovascular fitness, but also strength, balance and flexibility. They are held on Tuesdays at 2.30pm and Thursdays at 10.30am. More information about Heartmoves classes is available on the National Heart Foundations’ Website, at www.heartfoundation.com.au , or contact Macquarie University Sport and Leisure Centre, (ph) 9850 7636. MUSR Website Wins Industry AwardMacquarie University Sport and Recreation’s website recently won an Award for Best Sport Website at the Australian Interactive Media Industry Awards (AIMIA). MUSR had strong competition for the Award, against sport industry heavy-weights such as the AFL and NRL. In the end the panel of judges enjoyed the versatility and appeal of the site built appropriately for its members. To find out more about the Award or to visit the MUSR website go to: www.musr.mq.edu.au. Rachel Blackadder |
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY SINGERS PERFORM ROSSINI AND ARE "AUSTRALIANS ALL"You've heard them on the radio—now hear them live in concert. Richard Glover, of the Drive program on ABC 702 radio, challenged his audience to come up with a solution to the "constitutional crisis" of the national anthem to be played at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in the presence of the Queen. Composer Peter Corkill had a very clever answer—a combination of both God Save the Queen and Advance Australia Fair with Waltzing Matilda thrown in for good measure. Musical director Margot McLaughlin offered the Macquarie University Singers who then sang the work live on air on 14 March, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from listeners. Fresh from this triumphant world premiere, the Macquarie University Singers now present Rossini's Messe Solennelle at the Macquarie Theatre, Macquarie University, at 8.00pm on 27 May, again under the baton of Margot McLaughlin. Rossini described his Mass as "the last sin of my old age". The Macquarie performance retains the two pianos and harmonium and the full choir of over 100 men and women will provide the chorus, with experienced soloists to perform the magnificent solos. Soloists performers include Marilyn Meier on piano, whose critical acclaim has established her as one of the foremost exponents of the piano today, Elizabeth Green on piano and Sarah Kim on harmonium. Soloist William Moxey sings bass, Susannah Lawergren is the soprano, Margaret Plummer the mezzo soprano and Martin Buckingham is the tenor. Tickets are $30 adult, $20 concession, $15 students. Bookings are available from MCA on telephone 9645 1611. Parking is free for the performance. Supper is provided at interval. Dinah Hales, Ann Davies |
YOGA CLASSES ON CAMPUSNeed a break from your work environment? Do you experience stress or tension? Or do you just like to exercise? Bernie Peterson is offering a range of Iyengar style classes for new and experienced students of yoga. Bernie has offered active yoga classes at Macquarie University for over 20 years. They are designed to demonstrate the basic principles of alignment and self-awareness, and are not based on any spiritual beliefs. Taking a class will help restore balance to your day, and long term benefits of regular practice include increased flexibility, muscle tone, strength and stamina. There are lunchtime, beginners and intensive classes available all year. For more information, please contact Mariella Herberstein on x6276 or m.herberstein@bio.mq.edu.au Sue Roberts |
LACHLAN’S RESTAURANTAre 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. Our exciting Autumn menu has many new dishes such as: Saffron gnocchi—home made saffron gnocchi with Yarra Valley fetta, fresh oregano and porcini oil Pesto chicken caesar—baby cos lettuce with homemade caesar dressing, crispy pancetta and tender chicken fillet Lightly smoked ocean trout—slow cooked and served with pappardelle, caperberries and pernod sauce Smoked chicken risotto—shaved smoked chicken with asparagus and baby parsley Spiced scampi—Thai spiced scampi grilled and served with stir fried Asian greens Grain fed prime rib of beef—served with roasted gruyere chats and braised red cabbage with pinenuts Braised spatchcock—braised with marsala and served with sautéed kipfler potatoes, olives and capsicum chutney Duck breast—pan fried and served with grilled apple, witlof, walnuts and pomegranate sauce. Opening Hours:
If you have a large group or are pressed for time, you can take advantage of our pre-order arrangement. This can be emailed or faxed to you, simply follow the link below and request a pre-order form. 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 copy of our menus please contact Lachlan's Restaurant on x9139 or email: lachlans.restaurant@mgsm.edu.au
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CPD NEWSPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Teaching Evaluation for Development Services (TEDS)—ReminderStudent feedback is a useful tool for academic staff to use when reflecting on their own teaching. The Teaching Evaluation for Development Service (TEDS) provides formal teaching (LET) and Unit (LEU) questionnaires to all Macquarie staff. TEDS requires 10 working days to generate these questionnaires so any staff interested in ordering student feedback questionnaires should order as early as possible. For further information, see the TEDS website: www.cpd.mq.edu.au/evaluation/index.htm or call the TEDS office on x9777 or x9720.
Forum on Academic and Professional Communication Support for Students at MQGreater internationalisation and globalisation of higher education, together with domestic policies advocating an increase in the numbers of eligible university entrants, have had a dramatic impact on Australian universities. Student populations have become increasingly diverse, presenting new challenges to academic staff in catering to the learning needs of these audiences. For example, the Australian student body may incorporate:
Meanwhile, employer groups and professional bodies are demanding work-ready graduates. Graduates must be equipped with the technical and interpersonal communication skills required to cope with a broad range of new media and modes of communication and to perform increasingly complex analytical tasks. The Academic and Professional Communication Unit, located in the Department of Linguistics, is working with the Centre for Professional Development to establish a strategy to cover the different needs of students and lecturers in various disciplines. The aim is to provide positive practical outcomes for students and lecturers. Members of the University concerned with teaching and learning are warmly invited to this forum. We will explore options to ensure that students and lecturers derive the most benefit from their university experience and are prepared for the communication demands of the post-university world of work. Date: Thursday 11 May, 2.00pm–4.00pm, E6A 116
Foundations in Research Supervision (FIRS)This program aims to support the professional development of research supervisors at Macquarie University. Assisting research students to complete their studies within their allotted time frame has become a priority of the University. The FIRS program enables early career academics to develop approaches to supervisory practice that focus on adult learning principles and that will also encourage their own research activity. The program also supports experienced supervisors in their role of mentors for their colleagues and in the development of approaches suited to larger research student cohorts, from a range of international locations. A University-wide offering of FIRS will enable staff who are new to the University, or those who have missed components of the Divisional program, to complete the program. FIRS consists of a series of four three-hour modules: Dates: Module 1—The Experience of Supervision, Monday 15 May, 9.30am–12.30pm, E6A 116 Module 2—The Management of Supervision, Monday 15 May, 1.00pm–3.00pm, E6A 116 Module 3—Expectations of the Community of Research, Monday 29 May, 9.30am–12.30pm, E6A 116 Module 4—Thesis Writing, Monday 29 May, 1.00pm–3.00pm, E6A 116 Facilitator and Anna Reid, x9780,
Making Work Work for Me and Others: Module 2: Customer ServiceWho are our customers? Serving them with excellence is important to Macquarie University and to each of us. Why is that? You will get a chance to practise enhanced customer service skills and attitudes. Dates: Wednesday 17 and Wednesday 24 May, 9.30am–1.00pm, E6A 116
Resolving Conflict SituationsWorking with others often involves a difference in opinions. To understand these differences and resolve any potential conflict situations, the cause of the difference needs to be addressed before it escalates. Professional and personal power will be significantly reduced if these situations are allowed to simmer and people retreat into withdrawal, resentment or become ill at ease towards the other person/people involved. This one-day workshop will offer some very practical techniques for better understanding the conflict situations faced at work and these will be practised to help participants to respond effectively in such situations. It will provide participants with new conflict resolution, conflict management and negotiation skills for dealing with these situations in a way that creates more empowering and sustainable outcomes. Case studies will be an important part of the program. The workshop is suitable for both academic and general staff. Lunch will be provided. Date: Thursday 18 May, 9.30am–4.30pm, E6A 116
WORKPLACE RELATIONS TRAININGManaging Change at MQ: the EBA, Change Processes and PeopleThis workshop focuses on the nature of workplace change within Macquarie University, and how change affects the people involved. Staff leading, facilitating or just participating in workplace change would benefit from this workshop. The workshop will look at workplace change generally as well as at the specific requirements of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The program draws out lessons from past change efforts; looks at various views of workplace change (not only technical-rational views, but also views that emphasise the political and emotional aspects of change); and applies these lessons and ideas to one or more Macquarie University change scenario. Lunch will be provided. The workshop will help participants understand:
Date: Tuesday 16 May, 9.30am–5.00pm, Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B
OH&S Chemical Safety TrainingThe aim of the training program is to provide knowledge and concepts in the application of hazardous substances regulation, especially how to conduct a workplace assessment and read a Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). This training module is required for OH&S Coordinators and OH&S Committee Members, for managers/supervisors of laboratories, and for all staff who handle hazardous materials at Macquarie University workplaces, and who have not attended this program in 2003, 2004 or 2005. Date: Tuesday 16 May, 1.00pm–5.00pm, E6A 116
Women’s Network: Education Options for University WomenIn this seminar we will hear from Emma Joseph from the Undergraduate Studies Section and Cathy Rytmeister from IHERD/CPD. Our presenters will talk about various undergraduate, postgraduate and non-award programs offered at Macquarie. This seminar will also outline the various pathways to entry, opportunities and policy associated with further study available to you as staff. Lunch will be provided Date: Wednesday 17 May, 12.30pm–1.30pm, Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au |
IT TRAININGwww.library.mq.edu.au/training/ Online training can be undertaken any time at your leisure via LearningFast. Find out more at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/online.html Enquiries to IT Training Unit (ITTU) Cecily Lenton |
WHAT’S ON IN PR & MARKETINGUniversity-wide SET forum Eighty people from 27 universities from every state in Australia except the Northern Territory met at Macquarie University recently for a discussion on the future of science, engineering and technology. The context was the year-long Macquarie University Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) Study that examined the attitudes of more than 1,300 high school students, more than 300 Macquarie University students, and more than A number of issues were discussed at the forum including the pre-service and in-service training of science and technology teachers, and a national campaign to raise community awareness of SET. A working group will be formed to deal with the issues raised, and it is expected that major stakeholders such as Government; the Australian Council of Deans of Science and equivalent bodies for Deans of IT and Engineering; professional bodies; the Australian Science Teachers Association; and the Office of the Chief Scientist will be involved. The Macquarie University report will be presented this week to a meeting of representatives from DEST, DET, Science Teachers Association, Catholic Education Office, and Independent Schools, together with relevant staff from Macquarie, to discuss teacher training. For more information contact Megan Etheridge on x7378 or megan.etheridge@mq.edu.au
North Shore Tertiary ExpoThe 2006 North Shore Tertiary Expo is being held at Macquarie University on Wednesday 17 May and Thursday 18 May, in the E7B courtyard, 9.30am–2.30pm. More than 3,000 prospective students from local high schools are expected to attend this event. If you have any enquiries please contact Jason Elias, Manager Liaison Services, on x7665.
Movies at Macquarie—fact or fiction?Watch the movie then ask the experts! The next free Movies at Macquarie screening is Crash (MA 15+) on Sunday 7 May at 7.00pm in the Macquarie Theatre, Macquarie University. Join Dr Doris McIlwain and Dr Cathy McMahon from the Department of Psychology after the film to discuss the way that we can be strangers to ourselves at times. The movie reveals how crisis can devastate and renew us, by making us stumble upon hidden assumptions we've made about our relations to family, to other groups in our cultures and about ourselves. All welcome. No bookings required. For more information about this event: www.pr.mq.edu.au/mqmovies HSC Movies at Macquarie Macquarie University is giving Year Hosted by Dr Nicole Moore, Senior Lecturer in Australian Studies in the Department of English, the screening will be followed by an HSC discussion forum which will explore the relationship of Phillipa Noyce's film to Doris Pilkington/Nugi Garimara's original account of her mother's 1,600km journey in the book Follow the Rabbit-Proof Fence. No cost, free event, but bookings required. When: Saturday 13 May, 2.00pm Kathy Vozella |
ALUMNIhttp://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/index.htmIndigenous Art Exhibition Date: Thursday 29 June Light refreshments will be served. Observe the development and artistic achievement of Indigenous artists through art works from the private collection of Di Yerbury and the University’s collection. The evening will include a commentary and tour of the art works by our former Vice-Chancellor and Gallery curator, Professor Di Yerbury.
Advance Notice First Grade Rugby at Macquarie—Tooheys New Cup, Eastwood v Parramatta Price includes: entry, parking, food and drink, guest speaker and lucky door prizes. All Enquiries: Alumni Office Mark Herndon |
CDO NEWSGraduate Careers UpdateGreat news for graduates! Research by the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) indicates that graduate vacancies increased by 13% in 2006, compared to the number of graduates recruited in 2005. This growth in graduate recruitment is predicted to continue, as 40% of recruiters involved in the AAGE survey indicated they are looking to expand their intake next year. Department SeminarsThe CDO held the Graduate Law Opportunities Seminar on 10 April for final year law students. Speakers included the National Recruitment Manager from Minter Ellison and the Principal Solicitor from the NSW Disability Discrimination Legal Centre. The seminar was designed to provide up-to-date information on career opportunities in law and to engage students in thinking about career options in the corporate and community legal sectors. Speakers focused on current salary and career statistics from the Australian Association of Graduate Employers 2005 Survey, and also reflected on their own professional career paths. The CDO thanks guest speakers for their time and involvement. We are also grateful to Fran Chandler in the Law Faculty and the MULS team for assistance with this seminar. Employer PresentationsEmployer Presentations are held from 1.00pm–2.00pm and employer names and locations are advertised on CareerHub. Please encourage students to Log In and access this information under "News and Events". Upcoming Employer Presentations include: Macquarie Outsource
This employer will be recruiting accounting students for graduate employment in 2007. Louis VuittonA great opportunity for students to work with this world leader in luxury brands. The LV graduate program recruits students from all disciplines. Date: Tuesday 9 May Career WorkshopsThe following workshops are coming up for students interested in improving their job application and interview skills: Resumes and Cover LettersDate: Tuesday 9 May Psychological and Psychometric TestingDate: Wednesday 10 May Interview PracticeDate: Monday 15 May Career SeminarsCareers in Media—MAS203 Students Date: Monday 15 May The full workshop schedule for Semester One is now available on our main website at: www.careers.mq.edu.au/students.htm under ‘Workshops and Seminars’. Please encourage students to download a copy of this schedule and to register for workshops at the Career Development Office. CareerHub StatisticsCareerHub is an excellent source of up to date careers information for students. The "Article" section of Career Hub has a series of resources for students engaging in the process of finding graduate employment. Online articles cover employers’ tips and general advice on applying for and performing well in the graduate recruitment process. Areas such as Interview Preparation, Assessment Centres, Psychometric Testing and Business Etiquette are covered under this link. During the previous month, 1557 students have viewed these articles. Students are encouraged to log in to CareerHub and search under "Article" and "Employer Presentations" for access to this up-to-date information. Caroline Spurway |
SAM NEWSSAM CARD If you have not already registered for your 2006 SAM Card then you are
missing out on thousands of dollars worth of discounts. The 2006 SAM
Card offers bigger and better benefits and special offers to Macquarie With an average of 10 per cent discount at SAM on-campus retail outlets, SAM has formed a relationship with Macquarie Centre which means many retailers at the Centre will also offer discounts. Log onto the SAM website http://www.sam.org.au/ for more information on the benefits at Macquarie Centre and a full list of retailers, attractions, restaurants and hotels across the country where you will save with 'Where to Enjoy'. The SAM Card costs Macquarie University staff $100 in 2006. This new benefit program offers the on-campus community more benefits and exclusive savings for the entire year!
On Campus on SaturdaysDon't forget that Marxine's Coffee Shop located in the SAM Building is open between 8.00am and 3.00pm on Saturdays. You will find great offerings including coffee, tea and something more substantial if you require a bite to eat or if you just want a place to hang out then drop in.
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea
You're invited to SAM's get-together as part of Australia's Biggest Morning Tea. So bring along your gold coin donation, enjoy a cuppa and a muffin, and let's help defeat cancer together. The Atrium, SAM Building, Thursday 25 May, 10.30am. Tea, coffee, juice, muffins provided by SAM CampusCatering.
ChildcareDo you require childcare? Currently there are placements available for children from 3 months to 5 years at Gumnut Cottage Long Daycare Centre, Banksia Cottage Long Daycare Centre and Waratah Occasional and Long Daycare Centre. If you or any family, friends or work colleagues are looking for childcare in a caring, safe, fun filled and educational environment then do not hesitate to contact any of the centre's directly. Gumnut Cottage contact Julie George/Cheryl Twohig on 02 9850 7740
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CONFERENCES 18th WOMEN MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS CONFERENCE
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MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIAWe are now 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 Kathy Vozella: kathy.vozella@mq.edu.au or by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to Becton Dickson Building, Macquarie University Research Park. Media mentionsProfessor Tony Adams (International): said more than 1000 of Macquarie's postgraduate students come from China, many from Europe particularly from Germany and Scandinavia, India is a growing market, and small but significant numbers come from Latin America, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Professor Gayle Avery (MGSM): said that students see traditional command-and-control management as a default position, Australian Financial Review, 13 April; wrote that [case study subject] Jeremy may understand situational leadership in theory, but he now needs someone to develop him in applying the model to his team, Business Review Weekly, 20 April Dr Don Barker (Ancient History): wrote a letter to the editor saying there is a great deal of documentary evidence for the resurrection, Daily Telegraph, 15 April Mr Noah Bassil (Politics): explained the history of the conflict between Sudan and Chad, Radio Adelaide, 18 April Ms Sandra Bilson (PICT): said demand for the Masters in Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism had been strong, Sunday Telegraph, 16 April Emeritus Professor Tony Blackshield (Law): was one of the signatories to an open letter from 21 lawyers and academics who believe the Attorney General should empower the Cole Commission to consider and report on whether the Australian Government breached any Australian or international laws in relation to the UN oil-for-food program, The Australian, 13 April Mr Andrew Burrell (Centre for Flexible Learning): believes that there will always be a place for face-to-face lectures but there are some students who are time-poor or not able to physically be present at university, for whom distance education with no face-to-face contact at all, works, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Associate Professor Ken Cheng (Centre for Integrative Study of Animal Behaviour): said that ants travel for food, which takes them hundreds of metres away, and then they head back in the home direction, Bendigo Advertiser, 21 April; said ants had the ability to remember the distance and direction in which they travel, Townsville Bulletin, 22 April Dr Malcolm Choat (Ancient History): interviewed about The Da Vinci Code film and discussed the conspiracy theories raised in the story, ABC South East NSW, 18 April; interviewed about the effects of the book The Da Vinci Code and the calls for disclaimers that the movie is fiction, ABC Newcastle, 20 April; interviewed about the PR work of Opus Dei, a Catholic group depicted in TheDa Vinci Code, ABC 774 Melbourne, 21 April Professor George Cooney (Education): said social pressure for school-leavers to make money had turned them off science, The Australian, 12 April Professor John Croucher (MGSM): his weekly column included statistics such as 'number of teeth in a blue whale: 0', Sydney Morning Herald, 15 April; The Age, 15 April; his weekly column included statistics such as 'year that Vegemite was invented: 1922', Sydney Morning Herald, 29 April; The Age, 29 April Professor Paul Davies (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): said it was hard to imagine why any advanced civilisation would invest resources in intentionally flashing laser messages at Earth if it did not know we were here, Sydney Morning Herald, 15 April; said that although looking for flashing aliens [aliens who use lasers to communicate] was very speculative he believed the search was worth a try, The Age, 15 April Professor Phil Dolan (Applied Finance Centre): said that as the financial markets become more complex, there has been a demand for specialist training, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Professor Richard Dunford (MGSM): said the popularity of the MBA has a lot to do with a great adult learning environment that produces genuine engagement between theory and practice, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Professor Peter Eddey (Graduate Accounting and Commerce Centre): said the Master of Commerce in Accounting and Finance, if completed prior to undertaking the CPA program, gives exemptions from two of the six CPA exams, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Ms Megan Etheridge (Public Relations and Marketing): said last week's forum to discuss falling enrolments in science, engineering and technology was a positive step, The Australian, 26 April Dr Chris Evans (Centre for Integrative Study of Animal Behaviour): interviewed about his research into the communication ability of chickens, ABC NSW Statewide, 20 April Dr Julie Fitness (Psychology): interviewed about the notions of kinship and relationships and wants to find out what unforgivable actions could be so bad that a person is blacklisted from their family group, Radio National, 12 April Associate Professor Andrew Fraser (Public Law): a group of international academics wrote a letter to the editor stating that the research Fraser cited to support his arguments has been published in many peer-reviewed journal articles and scholarly books, The Australian, 12 April; has been told by the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission that he acted unlawfully in claiming the link between black populations and increased crime, Campus Review, 12 April; columnist Michael Duffy wrote that while there are lots of academics with a flawed sense of proportion whose views he disagrees with, he wouldn't dream of suggesting the law be used to silence them so what's happening to Fraser is quite disturbing, Sydney Morning Herald, 15 April; wrote that journalist Greg Roberts simply flies off into a fact-free zone when he claims that he is writing a book calling for the 'forced repatriation of foreign-born Muslims', The Australian, 18 April; the NTEU issued a statement saying it is not representing him in any proceedings arising from the recent adverse finding of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission, Campus Review, 26 April Dr Donna Gibbs (Education): has written a paper on the marketing language used by toy manufacturers and said that claims like 'give your child a jump start' or 'make your child a star' give parents an assumption that it's going to happen, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 April Dr Antonia Harbus (English): interviewed about the exploitation of the legend, for nationalist and other agendas, that St Helena was British, BBC Radio 4, 10 April Associate Professor Rob Harcourt (Graduate School of the Environment): interviewed about the first genetic study of grey nurse shark populations off the Australian and South African coasts that has revealed the risk of extinction for the grey nurse shark is higher than was previously thought, ABC Mid North Coast NSW, 12 April Dr Geoffrey Hawker (Politics): interviewed about the Liberal party and said the Liberals are factionalised but in a different way to Labor and that Petro Georgiou is a minority within the party, Radio Adelaide, 24 April Professor John Hedberg (Education): is presenting a seminar on managing learning in the digital age, with Dennis McNamara from AEShareNet and VET strategist John Mitchell, Campus Review, 26 April Dr Grant Jones (MGSM): said the real trick to networking is to position yourself so you are important to others, Australian Financial Review, 18 April Professor Jean Joss (Biological Sciences): interviewed about the Queensland lungfish which relies on the Mary River to spawn in, ABC Coast FM Sunshine Coast, 24 April Mr Robert Kelly (Office of Facilities Management): said there has been a reduction in crime on campus in general terms over the past 24 months, Daily Telegraph, 20 April Dr Patrick McConnell (Applied Finance Centre): says that under the new Basel II banking regulations, financial institutions are already required to develop business continuity plans aimed at mitigating the impact of catastrophic events, City Weekly, 20 April Dr Catherine McMahon (Psychology): interviewed about her study that looks at the impact pregnancy has on women in their late 30s, ABC Riverina (Wagga Wagga), 27 April Mr Lawrence McNamara (Law): was one of the signatories to an open letter from 21 lawyers and academics who believe the Attorney General should empower the Cole Commission to consider and report on whether the Australian Government breached any Australian or international laws in relation to the UN oil-for-food program, The Australian, 13 April Ms Sheila Mylvaganam (Career Development Office): said an MBA is particularly appropriate for someone interested in taking on managerial responsibilities and that a postgraduate qualification can also be a useful step if you remain undecided about your career direction after completing your undergraduate degree, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Dr Kerry-Ann O'Sullivan (Education): said her research showed that the texts available in the school book room is a big issue limiting teacher choices, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 April Ms Juliette Overland (Law): wrote that it's time to think Chinese Walls and insider trading laws, The Australian, 7 April Professor Pam Peters (Linguistics): wrote that words borrowed from another language often change in meaning in the transfer—the Yiddish word 'kvetch' means 'anxiety, worry' but in English means 'complain', Campus Review, 12 April; wrote that the French word charrette 'cart' is associated in English with two kinds of stress—the vehicle which took victims to the guillotine, and the term for the intense final effort made by architectural students to finish their project before the set deadline, Campus Review, 26 April Dr Natalie Robinson (Psychology graduate): believes that for some people, sending a text has become part of normal communication rather than an addiction, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 April Professor Steven Schwartz (Vice-Chancellor): his weekly column was about the business breakfast hosted by the Institute for Innovation, Weekly Times, 12 April; his weekly column was about the College of Science and Technology, Weekly Times, 19 April; warns that too narrow a focus on vocation is bad for Australia and said we all benefit from having an educated population, Australian Financial Review, 29 April; is likely to be earning at least as much at Macquarie as his predecessor Di Yerbury, Australian Financial Review, 1 May Professor Igor Shparlinski (Computing): has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science, Campus Review, 12 April Professor Christina Slade (Humanities): is deputy chair of the advisory board for the new Innovative Universities European Union Centre and said that Centre research will focus on population flows, human rights and security as well as the environment, the media and education, Campus Review, 12 April Professor Robert Spillane (MGSM): is now on the NSW Art Gallery Society, Sydney Morning Herald, 24 April Dr Phil Taylor (Centre for Integrative Study of Animal Behaviour): interviewed about sterile fruit flies who have been touted as a way of controlling numbers of the pest, but said females are not satisfied by the sterile males, ABC Illawarra, 28 April; ABC North and West SA, 28 April; ABC North West WA, 28 April; interviewed about research being undertaken to try and make sterile fruit flies more satisfying as a mate for females, ABC Mid North Coast, 1 May; ABC Riverina (Wagga Wagga), 1 May Dr Jan Tent (Linguistics): wrote that the meaning of the word 'moent' has remained an enigma since the Dutch explorer Willem Janszoon charted it on the west coast of Cape York Peninsula, Campus Review, 19 April Professor David Throsby (Economics): says there is a lack of focus on art for the sake of art, Radio National, 14 April; said there is a cultural dimension to Australia's foreign, social and economic policies that needs to be addressed, SBS Ethnic Radio (Melbourne), 19 April Dr Andrew Vincent (Politics): interviewed about the terrorist attack in Sinai, which he says is sparsely populated, easy to get to, and a fairly effective target for suicide bombers, 7.30 Report, ABC TV, 25 April Professor Kevin Wheldall (MUSEC): thinks the book Woolvs in the Sitee by Margaret Wild will be confusing for primary school students, Herald Sun, 18 April; said that most literacy experts have a lot more in common than that which divides them and discussed the benefits of phonics, ABC 666 Canberra, 18 April Professor Clive Williams (PICT): wrote that the terror fight falls flat in hierarchies' ups and downs, Canberra Times, 21 April Issues and EventsLucy Dudko hijacked a helicopter to pluck her prisoner boyfriend from Silverwater Jail and landed at Macquarie University in 1999, Sunday Telegraph, 23 April There is a broad range of degrees available at Open Universities Australia through universities including Macquarie University , Swinburne and RMIT, Sun Herald, 23 April Drawing Australia, an initiative of Macquarie University , promotes drawing as a way of seeing and making meaning, Daily Examiner, 22 April A new scientific study at a conference on animal behaviour at Macquarie University looked into the communication of chooks, ABC 702 Sydney, 22 April After taking extended sick leave from his role as dean of the Macquarie Graduate School of Management John Hewson resigned his post with the university, the university citing 'irreconcilable differences', halfway through his five-year contract, Sun Herald, 23 AprilAboriginal activist Chicka Dixon mentioned he is getting an honorary doctorate from both UNSW and Macquarie University , Radio 98.9FM Brisbane, 21 April Journalist Elizabeth Fortescue, in an open letter to Carmel Tebbutt, writes that her letter is not about the direction Professor Steven Schwartz wants for Macquarie University , it is about the plight of the National Arts School, Daily Telegraph, 21 April The Australasian Society for the Study of Animal Behaviour's annual conference will be held at Macquarie University, Daily News, 21 April; Shepparton News, 21 April Dr Armen Gakavian is teaching social change at the Macquarie Christian Studies Institute and is a research associate with the Centre for Research on Social Inclusion at Macquarie University , Champion Post, 21 April Australian film critic Adrian Martin is holding a Cinematic Scriptwriting Seminar for the Australian Screen Directors Association, in association with Macquarie University's Department of Media, Daily Telegraph, 20 April The planned merger between the National Art School and Macquarie University is off, with the University pulling out of the deal, Daily Telegraph, 21 April The mooted train station inside Macquarie University will be hundreds of metres away from its bus interchange because the University steadfastly refuses to let buses on campus, Northern District Times, 19 April James Quested wrote that while the health system is more involved in the quick-fix syndrome by way of painkillers and walking sticks or frames, there is relief and a possible remedy of leg problems at a Macquarie University clinic at Eastwood, where he goes, Epping and Summer Hill, Southern Courier, 18 April About $2 million will be spent on the Innovative Universities European Union Centre, a joint project between La Trobe and Macquarie universities and the University of Newcastle and Flinders, Griffith and Murdoch universities, The Age, 17 April In 2005 Macquarie Trio welcomed Michael Dauth as its new violinist, Newcastle Herald, 13 April The MGSM Executive Breakfast series on 16 May has Dr Richard Petty speaking on measuring the value of intangible assets, Australian Financial Review, 13 April Anne Wisdom was a director of Macquarie ICT Innovations Centre at Macquarie University where she developed multimedia programs for DET schools, Bay Post, 12 April A group of around 15 business and local government leaders met in March at a two-day symposium held at Macquarie University to consider several key questions concerned with future growth and sustainability of Sydney's north for the next 24 years, North Shore Times, 12 April Greg Bell of Swan Vale, who is in his first year of chiropractic science at Macquarie University is one of the recipients of the Alice Matilda Robinson Trust awards which help young men from the Glen Innes area studying in medicine or related field, Glen Innes Examiner, 11 April Applications for over 600 mid-year postgraduate courses opened this week, with Macquarie and Western Sydney universities among participating institutions, Northern District Times, 12 April Gosford High science teacher Mark Butler wrote that they looked at attitudes and influences to science, engineering and technology and came up with very similar conclusions to the recent Macquarie University study, The Australian, 12 April Proteome Systems was founded in 1999 by a group of scientists from Macquarie University , Business Review Weekly, 13 April Chicka Dixon will be given honorary doctorates by UNSW, UTS and Macquarie University , ABC 774 Melbourne, 9 April Baulkham Hills Shire youth ambassador Victoria Bell is now studying at Macquarie University and is the new youth reporter for the Hills Shire Times, Hills Shire Times, 11 April The highlight so far of Sascha Kern's Master of Commerce in Accounting and Finance at Macquarie University has been his exchange semester to Mexico City, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April The MBA at the Macquarie Graduate School of Management is one of Australia's premier MBAs and continues to attract large numbers of students, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April This year Macquarie University launched its Master of Recording Arts which, unlike anything available before, aims to deliver a detailed program covering recording, production and mastering techniques, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April At Macquarie University 'photonics' (transfer and storage of information using particles of light) researchers are involved in a cutting-edge project that seeks to create a computer chip to avoid the cumbersome need to convert information continually from digital to electronic format, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Next week a global conference of CS Lewis fans will gather at UNSW and Macquarie University to spend three days discussing his significance and legacy, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April Familiar to Canberra audiences through his many concerts with the popular Macquarie Trio from which he recently retired as violinist, Nicholas Milton is determined to achieve for the Canberra Symphony Orchestra a synergy with the community, Canberra Times, 28 April Families with teenagers like Epping because it falls within the designated area for girls to attend Cheltenham Girls High and Epping Boys High, and Macquarie University is nearby at North Ryde, Sydney Morning Herald, 25 April A Macquarie University study into the attitudes of 1300 high school and 300 university students found that high school students may be discouraged from pursuing careers in science by parents who believe they could earn more money in business or finance, Northern District Times, 26 April The Australasian Society for Animal Behaviour annual conference opened at Macquarie University , Northern District Times, 26 April An internet-based trial program run by the University of Queensland and Macquarie University aims to give anxious children access to therapy which may have been otherwise unavailable or unaffordable, Cairns Post, 29 April; News Mail, 29 April A 2001 study from Macquarie University found that musculoskeletal problems, weight gain and occupational overuse syndrome are estimated to cost the Australian economy more than $2 billion, Sunday Age, 30 April; Sun-Herald, 30 April The National Art School is back to square one following the announcement that Macquarie University has pulled out of a planned merger, Sydney Morning Herald, 1 May
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Tuesday 2, Thursday 4, Tuesday 9 and Thursday 11 MayFOUNDATIONS IN E-LEARNING (FIEL) Facilitators: Margot McNeill and Maree Gosper. 9.00am–1.00pm in E6A 116. Morning tea and a light lunch will be provided. Enquiries: Margot McNeill, x9722, margot.mcneill@vc.mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au
Wednesday 3 May and Wednesday 10 MayMAKING WORK WORK FOR ME AND OTHERS MODULE 1 Facilitator: Linda Williamson. All sessions are from 9.30am–1.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries and Registration Forms: CPD, x9721, cpd@mq.edu.au
Thursday 4 MayANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Seminars on Post-Socialism 1. Melanie Beresford (Economics, Macquarie) 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6th floor C3A. LAW SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM The Implications for Pacific Indigenous Peoples of the Proposed International Regime on Access and Benefit Sharing of Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge. Ms Aroha Te Pareake Mead (Victoria Management School, Victoria University of Wellington and Visiting Research Fellow, Macquarie University). Trevor Martin Moot Court, Building W3A Room 328 from 1.00pm–2.00pm with a light lunch preceding the presentations. For information contact the convenor Dr Natalie Klein x9931; natalie.klein@law.mq.edu.au CENTRE FOR HISTORY OF CHRISTIAN THOUGHT AND EXPERIENCE C.S. Lewis. Christopher Mitchell (Wheaton College). 6.00pm W6A 308. No charge.
Saturday 6 MaySOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY CONFERENCE Pioneers and Pilgrims. (15 speakers) 9.00am–6.00pm W5C 220. Charge: $120/$110 including lunch. Bookings essential. Please call: 9850 7512
Tuesday 9 MayMACQUARIE ASIA NETWORK—GLOBAL CHANGES, ASIA RESPONSES SEMINAR SERIES Vernacular Cosmopolitical Convergences: Gandhi and Ambedka. Debjani Ganguly (Centre for Cross-Cultural Research, ANU). All welcome. Light refreshments served. E3A 247. Time: 4.00pm–5.30pm. For further details contact. Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au or Pal Nyiri on x8121 or pal.nyiri@scmp.mq.edu.au
Wednesday 10 MayHISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Putting History on Film: Making ‘Pioneers of Love. Julie Nimmo (‘Message Stick’, ABC-TV). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. Contact: Michelle Arrow x8840 email: michelle.arrow@humn.mq.edu.au
Thursday 11 MaySOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Shadows of the Invisible World: Swedenborg, Mesmer and the Spiritualist Sciences. Joan Kirkby, (Critical and Cultural Studies, Macquarie University). 3.00pm–5.00pm in C3B 501A. All welcome. Drinks and nibbles follow. Further enquiries: Shaun Wilson x8074, Sean Scalmer x8069. ANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Multi-Faceted Resistance: An Anthropology of Joke-telling in Enver Hoxha's Albania. Shannon Woodcock (History, Sydney). Seminars on Post-Socialism 2. 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6th floor C3A. FORUM ON ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS AT MQ Facilitators: Associate Professor Anna Reid, CPD and The Academic and Professional Communication Unit, Department of Linguistics. 2.00pm–4.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Associate Professor Anna Reid, x9780, anna.reid@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au
Saturday 13 MayMAHA EGYPT STUDY DAY Focus on Egypt. 9.00am–1.30pm Price Theatre. Charge: $25.00. Enquiries: 9850 8833.
Monday 15 May and Monday 29 MayFOUNDATIONS IN RESEARCH SUPERVISION (FIRS) Module 1—The Experience of Supervision, Monday 15 May, 9.30am–12.30pm in E6A 116, Module 2—The Management of Supervision, Monday 15 May, 1.00pm–3.00pm in E6A 116, Module 3—Expectations of the Community of Research, Monday 29 May, 9.30am–12.30pm in E6A 116, Module 4—Thesis Writing. Monday 29 May, 1.00pm–3.00pm in E6A 116. Facilitator and Enquiries: Anna Reid, x9780, anna.reid@mq.edu.au. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au
Tuesday 16 MayMGSM EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST SERIES Measuring the Value of Intangible Assets . Dr Richard Petty. The Breakfast Series offers ten breakfast briefings that aim to provide managers with insights into current management practice and theory. 7.15am–9.00am, MGSM North Ryde Campus. Bookings and enquiries: Alison Tusler, Event Coordinator, Tel: 9850 6084, Fax: 9850 9022, Email: alison.tusler@mgsm.edu.au For further information: www.mgsm.edu.au/ebs MANAGING CHANGE AT MQ: THE EBA, CHANGE PROCESSES AND PEOPLE Lunch will be provided. 9.30am–5.00pm in the Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B. Facilitator and Enquiries: Laurie Field, x9797, laurie.field@mq.edu.au. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au OH&S CHEMICAL SAFETY TRAINING Facilitator: Julie Armour. 1.00pm–5.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Kerrie Gregory, x9774, kerrie.gregory@pers.mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au
Wednesday 17 MayHISTORIES ON WEDNESDAYThe Filipino Nun as Transnational Feminist. Mina Roces (History, UNSW). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. For further information contact: Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY SEMINAR Literacy and Illiteracy in Early Christianity. Dr Chris Stanley. 1.00pm W6A 308. No charge. WOMEN’S NETWORK: EDUCATION OPTIONS FOR UNIVERSITY WOMEN IN SEMESTER 2 2006. Facilitator: Emma Joseph and Cathy Rytmeister 12.30pm–1.30pm in the Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B. Lunch will be provided. Enquiries: Rebecca Taylor, x9734, rebecca.taylor@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au
Wednesday 17 and Wednesday 24 MayMAKING WORK WORK FOR ME AND OTHERS MODULE 2 Facilitator: Linda Williamson. All sessions are from 9.30am–1.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries and Registration Forms: CPD, x9721, cpd@mq.edu.au
Thursday 18 MaySOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Adulthood and Social Recognition. Harry Blatterer, (Sociology, UNSW/Macquarie) 3.00pm–5.00pm in C3B 501A. All welcome. Drinks and nibbles follow. Further enquiries: Shaun Wilson x8074, Sean Scalmer x8069. LAW SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM Globalisation, Clinical Trials and Developing World Subjects: The (Ir)relevance of International Law. Mr George F. Tomossy (Department of Law, Division of Law). Trevor Martin Moot Court, Building W3A Room 328 from 1.00pm–2.00pm with a light lunch preceding the presentations. For information contact the convenor Dr Natalie Klein x9931; natalie.klein@law.mq.edu.au CENTRE FOR HISTORY OF CHRISTIAN THOUGHT AND EXPERIENCE IVF in Australia. Richard Donnelley. Ministry in Rural Australia. Brian Roberts. No charge 6.00pm in W6A 308. Enquiries: 9850 8833 RESOLVING CONFLICT SITUATIONS 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
Wednesday 24 MayHISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Putting History on Film: ‘Who’s Talking?’. Tom Murray (Independent Film Maker). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. Contact: Michelle Arrow x8840 email: michelle.arrow@humn.mq.edu.au
Thursday 25 MaySOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM TechnoFeminism: Gender Relations in a Wireless World. Judy Wajcman, (Sociology, RSSS, ANU) 3.00–5.00pm in C3B 501A. All welcome. Drinks and nibbles follow. Further enquiries: Shaun Wilson x8074, Sean Scalmer x8069. ANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Purity and Immortality: White Racism in Russia. Sebastian Job (Sydney). Seminars on Post-Socialism 3. 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6 th floor C3A. . Wednesday 31 MayHISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Do They Miss Me At Home? Nostalgia and the Disputed Role of Emotions in the American Civil War. Frances Clarke (History, Sydney). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. For further information contact: Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au
Wednesday 31 May and Wednesday 7 JuneMAKING WORK WORK FOR ME AND OTHERS MODULE 3 Facilitator: Linda Williamson. All sessions are from 9.30am–1.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries and Registration Forms: CPD, x9721, cpd@mq.edu.au
June
Thursday 1 JuneLAW SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM The Empire Strikes Back: Australian Trade with the European Union and the Conflict over Geographical Indications. Associate Professor Malcolm Voyce (Department of Law, Division of Law, Macquarie University). Trevor Martin Moot Court, Building W3A Room 328 from 1.00pm–2.00pm with a light lunch preceding the presentations. For information contact the convenor Dr Natalie Klein x9931; natalie.klein@law.mq.edu.au ANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Title to be announced. Rochelle Spencer (Macquarie) (tbc) Seminars on Post-Socialism 4. 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6 th floor C3A.
Sunday 4 June2006 MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS FREE CONCERT NSW Police Band. Macquarie Theatre, 2.30pm. Admittance is on a first-come first-served basis and seating is limited to 495 people. Please note free parking is available in W4 and X3 carparks only. A fee of $7.00 applies for parking in any other carpark location on campus. Tickets can be purchased from coin-operated machines in the carparks. Contact: Mrs Kerry Klujin, Tel: 9850 7460, Fax: 9850 6153, Email: kerry.klujin@mq.edu.au Tuesday 6 JuneMACQUARIE ASIA NETWORK—GLOBAL CHANGES, ASIA RESPONSES SEMINAR SERIES. Demonising the Details: Religious Fundamentalism and Music in North India. Adrian McNeil (Music, Macquarie). E3A 247. Time: 4.00pm–5.30pm. For further details contact. Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au or Pal Nyiri on x8121 or pal.nyiri@scmp.mq.edu.au
Wednesday 7 JuneHISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY The Spaces of World Population in the Inter-War Years. Alison Bashford (History, Sydney). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. Contact: Michelle Arrow x8840 email: michelle.arrow@mq.edu.au Thursday 8 JuneSOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Globalising Democracy: Reflections on Habermas' Radicalism. Pauline Johnson (Sociology, Macquarie University.) 3.00pm–5.00pm in C3B 501A. All welcome. Drinks and nibbles follow. Further enquiries: Shaun Wilson x8074, Sean Scalmer x8069. ANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Is Anthropology a Joke? Grant McCall (UNSW). 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6 th floor C3A. Tuesday 20 JuneMGSM EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST SERIES Public Private Partnerships—Streets Paved with Gold or Pocked with Black Holes? Professor Tyrone Carlin. The Breakfast Series offers ten breakfast briefings that aim to provide managers with insights into current management practice and theory. 7.15am–9.00am, MGSM North Ryde Campus. Bookings and enquiries: Alison Tusler, Event Coordinator. Tel: 9850 6084, Fax: 9850 9022, Email: alison.tusler@mgsm.edu.au For further information: www.mgsm.edu.au/ebs
Sunday 25 June2006 MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS FREE CONCERT TOPS Orchestra. Macquarie Theatre, 2.30pm. Admittance is on a first-come first-served basis and seating is limited to 495 people. Please note free parking is available in W4 and X3 carparks only. A fee of $7.00 applies for parking in any other carpark location on campus. Tickets can be purchased from coin-operated machines in the carparks. Contact: Mrs Kerry Klujin, Tel: 9850 7460, Fax: 9850 6153, Email: kerry.klujin@mq.edu.au
Thursday 29 JuneINDIGENOUS ART EXHIBITION The evening will include a commentary and tour of the Indigenous art works from the private collection of Di Yerbury and the University’s collection by former Vice-Chancellor and Gallery curator, Professor Di Yerbury. Music will be provided by Indigenous band “Nature Nature”. Light refreshments will be served. Macquarie University Art Gallery, E11A, Macquarie University Campus, 6.00pm. RSVP: by Friday 23 June to the Alumni Office. Telephone: (02) 9850 7310, Fax: (02) 9850 9478 or email: alumni@reg.mq.edu.au No charge however bookings are essential.
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