Almost 200 staff enjoyed a cuppa and cupcake for a gold coin donation, learning more about our multidisciplinary efforts to fight cancer and raising money for the Cancer Council.
Monthly Archives: May 2014
Diversity grant applications close 30 May
Diversity Grants of up to $5000 are available for projects and activities which promote diversity and inclusion at Macquarie University. Read more…
Focus group invitation: Investing in Experience (staff aged 45+)
Interested staff members are invited to attend focus groups designed to help Macquarie University develop its inaugural ‘Staff 45+ Action Plan’. Read more…
Designated smoking area closure – Globe Café
The designated Smoking Area at the Globe Café has been closed as a requirement under the Smoke Free Environment and Work Health & Safety Acts. Read more…
National awards for our Library and Art Gallery
Macquarie University’s Library and Art Gallery have each received major recognition from peak industry bodies this weekend, highlighting their vibrant role in the broader community.
And gladly pronounce: talking Teche
Teche, the name of Macquarie’s new Learning and Teaching blog, is derived from the University’s Chaucer-inspired motto, ‘And Gladly Teche’. But how do you pronounce it?
Macquarie makes top 20 for LGBTI employees
Macquarie University’s excellence in workplace support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people was recognised at a special luncheon in Sydney on Friday.
High school students get hands on at hospital
Marsden High School students had a special behind the scenes tour of MUH this week, with a pre-exam learning skills boost through the Bridge to Employment (BTE) initiative.
Future of media launched in lab
Creative media and future journalism students now have access to Australia’s most sophisticated and current media production facilities, with the launch of Y3A’s Futures Lab on Wednesday night.
The undiscovered country
We’re nurturing the ambitions of rural students by giving them a unique taste of campus life and the opportunity to discover the excitement and benefits of pursuing higher education.
The evolutionary paradox of Eurovision
The biological sciences team have a decade-long tradition of taking time out in May to celebrate Eurovision.
Leaning in to streamline our processes
The implementation phase of Our University: A Framing of Futures continues apace, with innovative methodology and expertise being applied to improving our support services.