StaffNews No 6Friday 3 May 2002
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This is the web version of StaffNews, a weekly e-mail newsletter for staff of the University of Melbourne. ===================== 1. Obituary - Dr Jeff PressingMembers of the University were deeply saddened to learn that Dr Jeff Pressing, Department of Psychology, died suddenly on 28 April. Jeff was a superbly talented and creative member of the University with his wide-ranging interests and enthusiasm for challenging problems. Jeff came to Australian in 1975 to join the Music Department at La Trobe University, and in 1993 moved to the Psychology Department at the University of Melbourne. He had a distinguished academic reputation in both psychology and music, and his contribution to the psychology of music and mathematical modeling of skilled performance were particularly significant. He was also a well known performer and composer of music. His powerful intellect was combined with whimsical humour and kindness and he was a much-loved member of both the department and the University. We will mourn his going and our loss. Our thoughts are with Dr Gillian Wigglesworth, Department of Linguistics and Applied Languages, and with his children, Adam and Rebecca. A funeral service will be held at Trinity College Chapel at 1:30pm on Tuesday 7 May. All members of the university community are invited to attend the service that will be followed by light refreshments. [Source: Professor Pip Pattison and Professor Alex Wearing, Behavioural Science] 2. Academic promotions 2002The Human Resources (HR) Department is calling for applications from staff seeking academic promotion in 2002. To assist potential applicants, the Centre for the Study of Higher Education (CSHE) and the HR Department are running an information session that will cover all aspects of the University's policy and procedures, regarding promotion, as well as offer advice on structuring applications. Attendance is highly recommended for all academic staff considering applying for promotion. The workshop may also be useful for staff who wish to consider how they can build a case for a future application. The session will be held: 16 May 2002, 4:15-6:15 pm Barbara Falk Room Centre for the Study of Higher Education, Monash Road. To enrol in the session, send an email to: g.stravrakis@unimelb.edu.au For more information visit: http://www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/d/sdt_prom.html Phone enquiries can be directed to Ms Julia McQuillan (HR) on (03) 8344 6076 or Associate Professor Richard James (CSHE) on (03) 8344 7627. [Source Julia McQuillan, Human Resources] 3. Music at the PotterThe Ian Potter Museum of Art is proud to present a series of unique concerts in conjunction with its exhibition program. The concerts offer staff the opportunity to witness leading performances in their own University art museum. On Thursday 16 May, Orchestra Victoria's String Ensemble will perform works inspired by the sea. The exhibition, Bounty of the Sea, features objects from the University of Melbourne's Leonhard Adam Collection of International Indigenous Culture. Frankenstein's Piano, featuring renowned pianist Michael Kieran Harvey, will play the Potter on Thursday 30 May. Mr Harvey will perform a world premiere of the work "Einheitszeit" (Light/Time) with 20 virtual pianos. Both concerts will run from 6:30 until 8:00 pm. Ticket prices 16 May - $30 (gallery members & concession $25) 30 May $25 (gallery members & concession $20) Music at the Potter will continue throughout the year. To purchase tickets, or to join the mailing list, contact the Potter on (03) 8344 5148 or frontdesk@art-museum.unimelb.edu.au [Source: Vanessa Meckes, Ian Potter Museum of Art] 4. Equal opportunity policyVictoria has now joined most other Australian States and Territories in giving transgender people protection against discrimination. The Equal Opportunity Act (Vic) now makes it unlawful to discriminate against someone because of his or her gender identity. The Equal Opportunity Commission (EOC) has prepared guidelines, including a list of frequently asked questions, to assist employers. These are available for viewing at: http://www.eoc.vic.gov.au/materials/brochures/genderid.htm The University of Melbourne Equal Opportunity Policy has been amended to reflect this and other recent legislative changes to the Victorian Equal Opportunity Act. The University's Anti Discrimination Advisers' Networks, coordinated by Katrina Newnham in the Equal Opportunity Unit, have been briefed on the implications of these changes in the University context. For more information contact Katrina Newnham on (03) 8344 4437. [Source: Pamela Waller, Staff Equity and Development] 5. Rotary World Peace ScholarshipsApplications are open for the 2003 Rotary World Peace Scholarships. Each year, Rotary selects 70 scholars to study at one of the seven Rotary Centers worldwide. These Rotary World Peace Scholars will begin two-year master's-level degree programs in conflict resolution, peace studies, and international relations at one of seven Rotary Centres. During their studies, Rotary Peace Scholars will work to advance knowledge of issues related to peace, causes of conflict and world understanding. The scholarships provide funding for round trip transportation, tuition fees, room board and other limited expenses. The scholars will be chosen primarily for their ability to have a significant, positive impact on world peace and conflict resolution during their future careers. The scholarship is not suitable for individuals who have just completed their first degree. Download a brochure at: http://www.rotary.org/newsandinfo/downloadcenter/pdfs/084en.pdf Download an application: http://www.rotary.org/newsandinfo/downloadcenter/pdfs/083en.pdf For more information contact Suzanne Barrah on (03) 9347 6655. [Source: Suzanne Barrah, International House] 6. Graduation addresses now onlineWhat do Gareth Evans, Janet McCalman, Bob Richardson, Meredith Doig and Barry Jones have in common? That's right! They have all been guest speakers at University of Melbourne conferring of degree ceremonies this year. To see what they, and other speakers, have said visit the new "Graduation Addresses2 web site at: http://www.unimelb.edu.au/ExtRels/graddresses/ [Source: Communication & Marketing] 7. Staff Development opportunities in May/JuneIncreasing your Cross Cultural Effectiveness (23 May). Designed for academic and general staff at any level. Application deadline: 2 May. Effective Negotiation (4 , 11, 18 & 25 June). Designed for academic staff Levels A and B, and general staff HEW Levels 6 to 9. Application deadline: 14 May. Middle Management: putting it all together (5, 6 & 7 June, 1 August). Designed for academic staff at Levels A and B, and general staff at HEW Levels 6 to 8 who have management responsibilities. Application deadline: 15 May. Career Development for General Staff Women (12, 19, 26 June). Designed for general staff women at HEW Levels 4 to 6. Application deadline: 21 May. HR Basics (11 & 8 June). Designed for general staff at any level. Application deadline: 21 May. Environmental Management Systems (12 June). Designed for appointed environmental representatives and interested staff at any level. Application deadline: 22 May. Ergonomics and Manual Handling (13 June). Designed for supervisors and managers or those responsible for this area. Application deadline: 23 May. For detailed information about each of the above programs visit: http://www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/d/sdt2002/index.html Application forms are available at: http://www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/p/forms/SDU_appform.pdf [Source: Viv Luker, Human Resources] 8. NewsmakersSelected recent University of Melbourne news media coverage: Professor John Freebairn, Economics, on the Australian Government providing financial assistance to Mitsubishi, World View SBS Radio, 26 April. Frances Hanks, Law, on collusion and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's power to raid oil refineries' offices, The Business Report ABC Radio National, 27 April. Associate Professor Kim Dovey, Architecture, Building and Planning, on the location for the 2006 Commonwealth Games athletes' village, Australian Financial Review, 30 April. Dr Lloyd Hollenberg, Physics, on the acoustics of the didjeridoo, The Australian, 1 May. Associate Professor Verity Burgmann, Political Science, on the origins of May Day, Radio TripleJ, 1 May. Dr Andrew Brown-May, History, on his book on coffee in Melbourne, ABC 774, 2 May. Professor Robin Marks, Dermatology, on skin cancer treatments, Business Review Weekly, 7 May Issue. [Source: Media Unit, Communications & Marketing Office] 9. Positions vacantFor details of all current vacant positions visit http://www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/r Staff can register to receive a weekly email of vacant positions at http://www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/r/rec_unionly_joblist.html [Source: Human Resources] 10. What's On - on campus?Workshops, exhibitions, public lectures, concerts, courses and other happenings of interest to University of Melbourne staff can be found online at: http://www.unimelb.edu.au/uninews/whatson.html Contributions to What's On? should be directed to whatson@media.unimelb.edu.au, with no attachments, and follow the format of the example shown below: 6 May 2002 at 1pm Free Public Lecture MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY SEMINAR Old and new: Rickettsial diseases in Australia, by Dr Stephen Graves (The Geelong Hospital). Woodruff Theatre, Microbiology Building. 11. Web sitesThis week's featured web sites are: Virtual Alumni Summit http://www.unimelb.edu.au/alumni/summit/2002summit/index.html Melbourne Scholarships Office http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/ School of Graduate Studies http://www.gradstudies.unimelb.edu.au/ 12. 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