PERSONNEL OFFICE ‘CLOSING TIMES’ FOR 2002 EASTER AND ANZAC HOLIDAYS 

The following alterations are necessary to the usual closing times so that pay may be generated for the normal pay days: 

Pay Period Ending Wednesday 3 April 2002 
Forms to Personnel Office by: 

Appointments/Variations             Wednesday 20 March 2002
                                                  12noon (no change)

Timesheets                                 Monday 25 March 2002
                                                 5.00pm (strict deadline, no exceptions)
                                                 (3.00pm delivery appreciated) 

Pay Period Ending Wednesday 1 May 2002 
Forms to Personnel Office by: 

Appointments/ Variations            Wednesday 17 April 2002
                                                  12noon (no change)

Timesheets                                 Tuesday 23 April 2002 
                                                  5.00pm (strict deadline, no exceptions)
                                                 (3.00pm delivery appreciated) 

Advertisements

Owing to the Easter holidays, the closing date for submission of draft advertisements to the Personnel Office has been brought forward to Thursday 28 March 2002 for publications from Saturday 6 April 2002.

The next closing date for draft advertisements after Easter will be 12 April 2002 for publications from Saturday 20 April 2002.

Please bring this notice to the attention of everyone concerned. As always, your assistance and cooperation will be appreciated. If for any reason these deadlines present a problem, please contact your team leader in the Personnel Office. 

Team 1: Sue Verdich extension 9701 e-mail: sue.verdich@mq.edu.au
Team 2: Gaby Laudams extension 9725 e-mail: gaby.laudams@mq.edu.au

Lorraine Francke
Personnel Systems Officer, Personnel
 

VALE

PUBLISHING OPPORTUNITIES

Melbourne University Press (MUP) publishes 50 to 60 print and electronic titles a year across a wide spectrum of non-fiction subject areas. These subject areas include history, biography, anthropology, archaeology, art, architecture, geography, environmental studies, medicine, literary criticism, politics, science, natural history and social sciences. Works are commissioned or acquired from authors throughout Australia.

MUP is interested to hear from any Macquarie University staff with publishing proposals. The aim is to publish well-written and accessible works that expand the body of knowledge about a given subject and contribute to public debate. Of particular interest are projects that will bring important subjects to a wide readership.

Publications are promoted to a broad range of markets including the retail trade, academic conferences, writers' festivals and specialist groups. Authors are also promoted through media coverage and from exposure on the MUP web site.

For more detailed information about how to submit a publishing proposal, please contact MUP's NSW/ACT Commissioning Editor, Mr Brian Wilder, PO Box 128, Mosman NSW 2088, tel (02) 9969 3169, fax (02) 9960 7319, email wilder@unimelb.edu.au

Brian Wilder
Melbourne University Press
NSW/ACT Commissioning Editor
 

MGSM EXECUTIVE HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTRE

MGSM Executive Hotel:
· 4 star hotel
· Special university rates
· Lounge bar, room service, minibar
· Full business services available
· Direct dial and modem access in guest rooms.

Lachlan’s Restaurant
· Contemporary a la carte dining
· Ideal for private dining
· Fully licensed
· Private function rooms for up to 200 guests
· Mortarboard Café for a quick and easy eat in or takeaway meal.

Conference Centre
· Amphitheatres and flat floor rooms
· Dedicated small break out rooms
· State of the art audio-visual equipment
· Off street parking
· Sydney CBD conference facilities also available.

Contact: Telephone 9850 9300, Fax 9859 6094, email: hotel@mgsm.com.au
www.mgsm.com.au

Ian Kalms
Products Manager, Conferences and Events
 

ALTERNATIVE RADIO LECTURE SERIES

Alternative Radio Lecture Series on 2SER Fridays 9.30am and Mondays at 7.30pm. Each week tune in to 2SER, 107.3 FM for a special public affairs series from the United States, featuring the ideas of contemporary thinkers.

Coming up this month;

Dana Frank – Workers and the Challenge of Globalization. 8 March  9.30am.

Stephen Zunes – The Missing Elements of US-Middle  East Policy. 11 March  7.30pm. 

Christopher Hitchens – The Kissinger Case. 15 March  9.30am. 

Ward Churchill – Big Brother is Watching. 18 March 7.30pm.

Noam Chomsky – The New War on Terrorism: Fact and Fiction. 22 March 9.30am.

John Robbins – The Food Revolution. 25 March 7.30pm. 
Ira Chernis – September 11 and the National Insecurity State. 29 March 9.30am.

John Pilger – Globalization, Propaganda and the Need to Know.  1 April  7.30pm. 

Jo White
Macquarie Manager, 2SER-FM
 

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY SINGERS

Start 2002 with a big bang and join the Macquarie University Singers.

We are a non-auditioning choir and sing a wide range of music, including works by Bach, Mozart, Rossini, Gershwin, Rogers and Hammerstein, Queen and Billy Joel. Concerts this year include ‘A Musical Grand Tour of Europe’ (our major on-campus concert), and a series of performances with the Australian Pops Orchestra in the Sydney Opera House. Staff, students and anyone who loves to sing are invited to join. 

Rehearsals commence on Monday 11 March, X5B292 (Music Room) 7.00pm to 9.30pm. For more information call us on 9850 7818,  email us at:
 publicity@mus.aicsa.org.au or visit our website at:
 www.mq.edu.au/mqsingers .

Blanche Ling
MUS Publicity Officer
 

Kerry Graham
Unicom Branch Manager

 STUDENTS AT      MACQUARIE NEWS

CPD NEWS

Postgraduate Research Supervision Development Program

A series of workshops and activities has been designed to support the quality of postgraduate research supervision.  If you are currently supervising postgraduate research students, or expect that you will be soon, please consider coming to all three.

Workshop 1:  The Experience of Research Supervision
Monday 25 March (including lunch), 10.00am to 4.00pm

This workshop includes a forum of experienced supervisors who will describe the ways they help research students negotiate a research degree within a variety of disciplines.  A panel of students will attend in the afternoon to bring their perspective on the practice and processes of supervision.  This session will also look at Macquarie University policies and procedures.  If you are new to supervision, planning to supervise, or want to improve the quality of your current practice, please book in for this workshop.  Spaces are limited to 30 participants.

Workshop 2: Quality Research Supervision
Friday 12 April (including lunch), 10.00am to 4.00pm

The second workshop examines the thorny issues of quality, diversity, inclusivity and evaluation.  The main focus is the development of supervision practices that support students who come from indigenous and international backgrounds. We will also examine variation in students approaches to learning and research, and look at the important role of ethics in the research process.

Workshop 3: Models of Supervision
Friday 21 June (including lunch), 10.00am to 4.00pm
Workshop three will focus on a discussion of models of supervision, supported by various theories on research and learning.  Participants are encouraged to attend all three workshops and complete the inter-workshop activities.
Date: Monday 25 March, Friday 12 April, Friday 21 June
10.00am to 4.00pm
E6A 116
Enquiries: Anna Reid
x9780

Use and Care of Animals in Research/ Teaching Projects

This workshop is open to academic staff and postgraduate students conducting research involving the care and use of animals.  We strongly encourage supervisors who are responsible for advising students who will be conducting research involving the care and use of animals to attend this workshop.  It covers research and teaching projects.

This workshop has been designed to provide participants with up-to-date information about the relevant legislative and policy frameworks within which researchers and institutions must operate with regard to research involving the care and use of animals and to update participants on the policies and procedures of the Animal Ethics Committee.  Discussion and questions from participants are encouraged, regarding general issues, particular teaching or research projects or ethics applications.  Case studies will be used to illustrate issues of concern.

Participants will also be encouraged to think more broadly about what it means to be an ethical researcher and information will be provided as to the relevant external and internal policies and guidelines covering this area.

The workshop will involve short presentations from the Chair of the Animal Ethics Committee and the Research Ethics Officer, as well as ample opportunities for open discussion and questions. 

Lunch will be provided at 12.30 pm.

Date:  Monday 11 March
1.00pm to 3.00 pm
E6A 116.
Facilitator:  Rachael Krinks, Research Office. 
Enquiries:  Alison Cameron, x7598. 

Introduction to the General Staff Performance Management System

In accordance with the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2000-2003, the Macquarie University Performance Management System will be implemented for General Staff in the year 2002. 

These two-hour sessions are designed:
· To introduce all general staff to the policies and procedures associated with the new system;
· To provide Heads of Division/ Department/ Office with opportunities to clarify how the system will be introduced in their particular Division/ Department/ Office;
· To assist staff to prepare effectively for their Performance Management Interviews;
· To give staff an opportunity to ask questions and address concerns. 

There will be six information sessions held between February and July 2002, open to all general staff and interested academic staff.

Attend one session only.  Lunch will be provided.

The second session is on: 

Date:  Monday 11 March
1.00pm to 3.00pm
E6A 102
Facilitators: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, Brenda Turnbull, Amanda Phillips, EEO Officer and Personnel Office Staff 
Enquiries:  Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten x9619.

‘Making Work Work For Me and Others’ Program: Information Session

This new and innovative program consist of 11 sessions and is designed to support General Staff HEW levels 2 to 5 in being successful and inspired at work.

After a short introductory information session on March 13, those who choose to participate in the 11 session program will be working on the following broad topics:
· Communication skills: all we do at work is driven by our skill of effectively communicating what we see, think and want.  Here we will work on enhancing those skills through very practical exercises and feedback;
· 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 great customer service in reality;
· Managing upwards: here you will be learning how to influence your supervisor, manager, boss and others above you;
· Working in a team: some teams work really well, others don't.  Why is that?  We will look intensively at the influence individuals and their styles have on the team, and how you can capitalise on them;
· Making it real: individual and group support in achieving what you see as possible to put into daily practice from attending this program.

A certificate of completion, which outlines the skills that participants have explored and developed from this program, will be given to those who attend at least 9 of the 11 sessions.  Places are limited and will be offered on a first come, first served basis.

Lunch will be provided.

Date:  Wednesday 13 March
12.00noon to 2.00pm
E6A 116
Facilitator:  Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten  Enquiries:  Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten
x9619

Applying for Promotion and Preparing a Curriculum Vitae: Academic Staff

This two hour briefing session provides excellent advice to academic staff from an expert panel on preparing a promotion application and preparing a CV.  It will cover documenting teaching, research and service, together with procedural information from Personnel.  Staff applying for promotion this year will have an opportunity to ensure that they are preparing appropriately, and it is also particularly helpful to those who are planning to apply for promotion in future years.  The panel will welcome questions and discussion of issues raised by participants.

Please note the change from date given in our program booklet to:
Date:  Friday 15 March
12.30pm to 2.30pm
E6A 116

Facilitators:   Panel of Senior Staff from Promotions Committees, the Research Office, Personnel and MUSA 
Enquiries:   Sharon Fraser
x8446

EEO Workshop: Managing a Multi-Cultural Classroom

This workshop will highlight issues involved in teaching multi-cultural groups of students, from a management perspective.  Issues addressed will include:
· Language and information dissemination;
· Course structure;
· Ongoing communication with students;
· Expectations from different cultural groups and how to effectively deal with them.

The session will take the format of a dialogue between staff and facilitators, and will be specifically targeted at course coordinators, Heads of Departments, academic advisers and support staff.

Date:  Tuesday 19 March
1.00pm to 2.00pm
E6A 116
Enquiries:   Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten x 9619

Reflective Teachers Special Interest Group

Reflective teachers are continuously engaged in the critical reflective action cycle.  This ongoing process greatly contributes to the quality of their teaching and their students learning – or does it?  How do we know that we are providing a quality learning experience for our students?  Stephen Marshall from the Centre for Professional Development will anchor this session, touching on issues concerning individual teachers, and how they will be affected by, can contribute to, and benefit from the Quality Audit (AUQA) taking place at Macquarie this year.

Date:  Wednesday 20 March
1.00pm to 2.00pm
E6A 116 
Enquiries:  Sharon Fraser
x8446.

Macquarie University Strategic Curriculum Innovation Grants Information Session

The MUSCIG scheme supports the process of curriculum innovation which extends beyond that expected of normal curriculum development and review undertaken within Departments and Divisions.  Though the specific focus of these funds may change over time, the goal of the scheme is to support initiatives that reflect the university’s strategic priorities for teaching and learning, with the aim of enhancing the quality of student learning environments in all disciplines.  During 2002, these priorities include effective and novel approaches to the integration of generic skills (including an appreciation of ethics, indigenous studies, awareness of other culture, environmental sustainability etc.) into the curriculum and programs in which the development of Internationalisation is a crucial unifying and innovative theme.  Proposals should address the process of curriculum innovation, development and change with a view to sustainability and cultural change within the Department and/or Division.  Funding will not be given to projects that have the development of course materials as their only outcome. 

Proposals may include, but are not limited to, initiatives which:
· Map the curriculum in terms of skills development, defining levels of skills appropriate to each stage;
· Identify the needs of diverse groups of students and scaffold appropriate teaching and learning, and assessments tasks throughout the program;
· Assist students to take ownership and responsibility for their learning and skills development;
· Evaluate the implementation of curriculum change and student learning outcomes, leading to the continuing cycle of curriculum change. 

All staff are eligible to apply, though recommendation from the Head of Department and Head of Division is required. 

During this workshop, applicants will have the opportunity to discuss issues related to their teaching and learning context, and the guidelines and criteria for funding to support the process of integration.  It will address the need for the focus on curriculum process rather than the creation of a product, and the manner in which to best conceptualise and articulate this focus. 

Date:  Wednesday 27 March
1.00pm to 3.00pm
E6A 116
Facilitator: Sharon Fraser
Enquiries:  Sharon Fraser
x 8446

General Staff Performance Management System Adviser Training

This two day workshop is designed to train General Staff Advisers appointed according to the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2000-2003.

Participants will be introduced to the principles behind the design, goals and processes of the system and be provided with opportunities to develop the practical skills associated with the effective conduct of performance management interviews.

The workshop is open to those staff who have been nominated as General Staff Advisers within the Performance Management System and who have not previously attended this workshop.
Lunch will be provided.

Date: Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 March
9.30am to 5.00pm
SAM Function Rooms
Level 3
Facilitators:  Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, Brenda Turnbull and Amanda Phillips
Enquiries:  Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten x 9619
 

  MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA 

CONFERENCES

The 7th INRUDA International Symposium on ‘Globalization and the role of Universities in Development’ will be held at Macquarie University Sydney, Australia, 9 to 12 July 2002.

INRUDA is the International Network on the Role of Universities in Developing Areas. The symposium will be a joint collaboration between INRUDA and Macquarie University.

Issues to be considered include: partnerships with industry and business, partnerships with development and government agencies, models of cooperation, transnational education, case studies, regional and international community development, borderless education, international education and technology, interaction between technology and social sciences, universities in developing areas, transfer of technology, student and staff mobility, international student recruitment, branch and regional campuses, quality assurance, and the role of universities in the development of tolerance.

Call for Papers: Abstracts of 250 words together with a short CV listing qualifications, appointment and/or position, recent publications and complete mail and email addresses are called for by 15 March 2002 with final papers by the end of April.
An international jury will referee all papers. 
Register online now at the symposium website: www.inruda.com 
Enquiries: inruda@mq.edu.au

  SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS 

The American Australian Association (AAA) in New York is offering four fellowships of up to US$25 000 each for the year 2002 to 2003. The fellowships are for Australians who would benefit from engaging in advanced research or study in the United States. The program is aimed at graduate level – Master, PhD or post doctoral. 

Applicants are sought in the fields of business, science, technology, medicine and engineering. The Fellowships will support part of the costs of one year of research or study in the United States. A complete budget must also be submitted by applicants.

Applications must be sent in hard copy to:

The American Australian Association
150 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017
USA

Closing date: 8 April 2002, 5.00pm New York time.

Further information:
www.aaanyc.org/fellowships

2002 AUSTRALIAN PRESS COUNCIL PRIZE

The 2002 Australian Press Council Prize will be awarded for the best essay submitted on the 2002 set topic: Principle 7 says that publications should not ‘place any gratuitous emphasis on, among other things, the race, religion, nationality, colour or country of origin…of an individual or group. Nevertheless, where it is relevant and in the public interest, publications may report and express opinions in these areas.’ Is it possible to report, and properly comment on, the news with such a restriction? Is the public interest exception too wide?

Entries are invited from tertiary students, as at 30 June 2002 only. The word limit for the essay is 2 500 words. Entries should demonstrate some effort to research the topic, argue it seriously and list all references consulted.

Closing date: 30 June 2002.

Further information:
 www.presscouncil.org.au/pcsite/prize.html
 

The appointee will provide administrative assistance to the Head of Department and general support to the department and its staff.  This involves processing correspondence and dealing with written, telephone and face-to-face enquiries from academics, University administrators, existing and prospective undergraduate students, and public.

Essential Criteria: Relevant administrative experience and/or relevant tertiary qualifications; good organisational, interpersonal, and intercultural skills, and ability to communicate at all levels; effective time management; high level of keyboard skills; demonstrated competency in the use of standard office software.

Desirable Criteria: Previous student administration experience in a tertiary environment; experience with institutional computer systems.

Enquiries: Collette Ryan on (02) 9850 8774 or e-mail collette.ryan@mq.edu.au.

Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. 

The position is available one day per week (7 hours) on Mondays, on a part-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to probationary conditions.
Salary range: Level 5  - $43, 733 to $49, 229 pa (pro-rata rates apply), including base salary $36,983 to $41,768 pa, 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 13 March 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF HUMANITIES: Department of European Languages

The successful applicants will be required to contribute to the research profile of the Department and collaborate with other members of staff in teaching the whole range of language, literature and cultural studies units offered.

Associate Lecturer in German (Full-time (continuing) - Ref.  19293

Essential Criteria: Native or near-native competence in both German and English; higher research degree or near completion; demonstrate an appreciation of current educational initiatives in language teaching, such as computer assisted language learning, and in particular the pedagogical use of computer based communication technologies; experience teaching German at a tertiary level, including beginners' courses; the desire and expertise to teach effectively and imaginatively; capacity to work cooperatively with colleagues in team teaching.

Desirable Criteria: Experience developing language curriculum and teaching materials; interests in flexible learning development.

Enquiries: Ms Martina Möllering on (02) 9850 7012 or e-mail
martina.mollering@mq.edu.au 

Associate Lecturer in Italian (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref.  19302

Essential Criteria: Native competence in either Italian or English and at least near-native competence in other language; completed Masters Degree by research or PhD near completion; teaching experience at tertiary level; the desire and expertise to teach effectively and imaginatively; capacity to work cooperatively with colleagues in team teaching.

Desirable Criteria: Interests in flexible learning development.

Enquiries: Dr Daniela Andrews on (02) 9850 7025 or e-mail daniela.andrews@mq.edu.au

Associate Lecturer in Russian (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref.  19303

Essential Criteria: Native or near-native competence in both Russian and English; a higher research degree or near completion; experience teaching Russian at tertiary level in an English-speaking country; demonstrate a strong commitment to high quality teaching and research; the desire and expertise to teach effectively and imaginatively; capacity to work cooperatively with colleagues in team teaching.

Desirable Criteria: Interests in flexible learning development.

Enquiries: Dr Nonna Ryan on (02) 9850 7048 or e-mail nonna.ryan@mq.edu.au 

General for European Languages Positions Only

Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. 

Salary Range: Level A  - $43,920 to $59,605 pa, including base salary $37,113 to $50,367 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis from 1 May 2002, and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Closing Date: 15 March 2002.

Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 15 March 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

UNIVERSITY LIBRARY: Deputy University Librarian (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref.  8165

Macquarie University is seeking an outstanding leader for the position of Deputy University Librarian.

The successful candidate will be expected to enhance a Library culture which places a high value on innovation, customer satisfaction and teamwork.

Essential Criteria: Appropriate tertiary qualifications and extensive relevant experience; demonstrated leadership qualities together with extensive managerial experience, preferably in a university environment; a thorough understanding of the impact of information technology on organisational behaviour and strategies; demonstrated people skills; experience in progressive human resource management.

Enquiries: Professor Neil McLean, Pro Vice-Chancellor on (02) 9850 7539 or e-mail neil.mclean@mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Ms Cissy Wong on (02) 9850 7499 or e-mail
cissy.wong@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. 

Salary Range: Level 10 Band 3  - $110,335 to $115,232 pa, including base salary $93,234 to $97,372 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Closing Date: 20 March 2002. 

  CLASSIFIED 

 DIARY 2002

Wednesday 13 March

‘MAKING WORK WORK FOR ME AND OTHERS’ PROGRAM Information Session:  12noon to 2.00pm in E6A 116.  Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619.  Lunch will be provided.  Bookings: CPD x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Friday 15 March

DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR. Partial melting of a refractory subducted slab in a Paleoproterozoic arc: Evidence from the Trans-Hudson Orogen, Canada. Speaker is Dr Nancy Van Wagoner, Acadia University Nova Scotia. E7B Room 100 (off covered courtyard).

APPLYING FOR PROMOTION AND PREPARING A CURRICULUM VITAE: ACADEMIC STAFF 12.30pm to 2.30 pm in E6A 116.  Facilitators:  Panel of Senior Staff from Promotions Committees, the Research Office, Personnel and MUSA.  Enquiries:  Sharon Fraser, x8446.  Bookings:  CPD  x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

Tuesday 19 March

WEBCT TROUBLESHOOTING. Q & A session to discuss issues and concerns arising from teaching and learning in an online environment. 1.00pm to 2.00pm, Training Room 2, Library. Enquiries: Judy King x9945. Bookings: Phoebe Dangerfield x7570, e-mail: cfl-booking@mq.edu.au

EEO WORKSHOP: MANAGING A MULTICULTURAL CLASSROOM 1.00pm to 2.00pm in E6A 116.  Enquiries:  Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619.  Bookings: CPD x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 20 March

REFLECTIVE TEACHERS SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP 1.00pm to 2.00pm in E6A 116.  Enquiries: Sharon Fraser, x8446.

Thursday 21 March

EFFICIENCY IN MANAGING LIFE ISSUES 
Conducted by psychologist Bill Rome who has previously worked at Macquarie University. Deals with topics such as signs and symptoms of distressing overload, managing life issues effectively, and the development of a management plan. Staff will need to obtain approval to be absent from normal duties. 9.30am to 1.30pm in the Seminar room of University Counselling and Health Service, Level 2, Lincoln Building. Bookings: UCHS Reception x7497

Friday 22 March

DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR. New Sources of Petroleum by Organic Geochemistry of Microfossils. Speaker is Dr Craig Marshall, DEPS. E7B Room 100 (off covered courtyard).

Saturday 23 March

ASTRONOMY OPEN NIGHT
6.00pm to 10.00pm in E7B. Up to 20 telescopes in operation. Speaker will be Dr Geraint Lewis from the Anglo-Australian Observatory ‘Gravitational Lensing – Nature’s Telescope’. Food and drinks available. Evening will not be cancelled due to weather. $8 adult, $4 child, $20 family. 

Monday 25 March

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH SUPERVISION: Workshop 1: The Experience of Research Supervision:  10.00am to 4.00pm in E6A 116.  Lunch will be provided.  Enquiries: Anna Reid, x 9780.  Bookings: CPD x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

Monday 25 to Thursday 28 March

MOBILE BLOOD BANK Australian Red Cross mobile blood bank Macquarie Atrium, SAM Building.

Wednesday 27 March

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY STRATEGIC CURRICULUM INNOVATION GRANTS INFORMATION SESSION  1.00pm to 3.00pm in E6A 116.  Enquiries: Sharon Fraser; x 8446.  Bookings: CPD  x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 March

GENERAL STAFF PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ADVISER TRAINING 9.30am to 5.00pm in the SAM Function Rooms, Level 3.  Lunch will be provided.  Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619.  Bookings: CPD  x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Thursday 28 March

TACKLING ONLINE ISSUES 1: ACCESSIBILITY/DISABILITY? A discussion forum looking at critical issues in the online environment. 1.00pm to 2.00pm, CFL Meeting Room, Library Level 1 (rear entrance, opposite Union Shop). Enquiries: Judy King x9945. Bookings: Phoebe Dangerfield x7570, e-mail: cfl-booking@mq.edu.au

ANCIENT  HISTORY Society for the Study of Early Christianity, 6.30pm, in conjunction with the Classical Association of NSW  and MAHA, talk by Dr Chris Forbes on Paul and Greco-Roman Philosophy at Sydney Grammar School.  No charge. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis  x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

April

Wedneday  3 April

ANCIENT  HISTORY. Society for the Study of Early Christianity, research series, talk by Mr Alan Dearn on Hagiography and the Outbreak of the Donatist Schism, W3A 501, 7.30 pm.  Donation  $7, $5 SSEC members.  Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

Friday 5 April

MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION Teaching Ancient History through Numismatics: the New Greek and Roman Coin Exhibitions at Macquarie University. Dr Kenneth Sheedy, 8.15pm X5B Level 3 Museum of Ancient Cultures.

Thursday 18 April

ANCIENT  HISTORY. Society for the Study of Early Christianity, public lecture by Professor Judith Lieu on Synagogue and the Separation of the Christians, 1.00pm to 2.00pm, C5C T1.  No charge.  Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis  x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

LEARNING AND TEACHING ONLINE
Course runs: from 18 April to 17 May 2002 
More details:
 http://online.mq.edu.au/pub/CFLLTO/ Enquiries: Robyn Philip, Centre for Flexible Learning, robyn.philip@mq.edu.au, phone x9271. Bookings: Phoebe Dangerfield x7570 
cfl-booking@mq.edu.au 

Friday 19 April

DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR. Modelling Archean tectonics. Speaker is Dr Patricia Rey, University of Sydney. E7B Room 100 (off covered courtyard).

Tuesday 23 April

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FRIENDS All welcome to a talk by Dr Peter Stanbury: ‘Cooking: First Preserve Your Food, Food Preservation in the Centuries’.  Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5 of the Library at 5.30pm for 6.00pm.  Enquiries: Cissy Wong x7499.

Friday 26 April

DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR. New Zealand greywackes. Speaker is Dr Patricia Rey, University of Sydney. E7B Room 100 (off covered courtyard).