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GATEWAY SITE OPENS THE DOORS TO ACADEMIC LITERACY SUPPORT AT MACQUARIE
The online Gateway to Academic Literacy site being developed under a 2002 Flagship Grant aims to assist students in making the difficult transition to university writing.The Gateway program addresses identified student needs in the area of writing support by combining flexible delivery of online interactive tutorials with scaffolding in the form of writing models and marker feedback.
In the program, the particular needs of NESB students, mature age students and school leavers are highlighted, with advice from students, tutors and tutorial support.
The Gateway site will form the cornerstone of the wider Macquarie Literacy Network through which university-wide efforts to support academic literacy development will be coordinated.
Gateway: A three part program
The three parts of the program aim to combine generic tutorials and discipline-specific models of essays and reports.
Part 1 introduces students to academic writing conventions, marking criteria in assignments, time management, as well as tips from students in overcoming some of the difficulties experienced in writing at university.
Part 2 provides step by step tutorials in generic academic writing skills, from analyzing the question to understanding argumentation and critical thinking.
Part 3 provides discipline-specific model essays and reports with marker feedback and links to tutorials in Part 2.
The Gateway site is currently in its development phase, with trialing and evaluation of the site set to take place next semester.
Staff interested in any further information or in providing input are invited to contact Jenny Barr at: j.barr@bigpond.com.au.
Jenny Barr
Research Assistant, School of Education
PLAN FOR ONLINE UNITS WITH CFL IN SEMESTER 2
The deadline for experienced users wishing to order a new unit to be ready for the beginning of Semester 2 is 5 July. We advise that first-time users contact CFL at least a week earlier than this. Contact CFL and discuss your ideas as soon as possible to ensure that your unit is ready and the appropriate training and support is planned. CFL hosts the Macquarie University Online Teaching Facility (MUOTF) and supports all aspects of online teaching including content delivery, communications, assessment, evaluation, student administration and the administration of units and accounts. See the facilities at: http://online.mq.edu.au. Information on the developmental support and training provided by the Centre for Flexible Learning is available on the web at: http://www.cfl.mq.edu.au/. Contacts for further information and advice: College of Commerce
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Languages and Law
College of Science and Technology
Margaret Kropman
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THE ASTHMA TRIAL
We are looking for both asthmatic and non-asthmatic participants. Participants do not need to alter any current medical treatments, and will receive FREE chiropractic treatment from one of our university trained and registered chiropractic clinics around Sydney. If you would like more information, please contact Kate Boyce on x6420. Kate Boyce
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SPORTS NEWS
*Staff/Student Special $790.00 (save $40.00)
Recreation Courses at MUSA
Yoga
A variety of courses, including Pilates, will commence 3rd week, 12 August, Semester Two. To receive a Course Guide or go on the list to enrol, please contact Jamie x9485 or email: jamie.breden@mq.edu.au. Course Information is also available from: www.mq.edu.au/musa/recprog202.htm. Jamie Breden
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NEW LOCATIONS FOR PRINTERY RED BOXESThe Printery’s “Red Boxes” where staff can deposit material for printing are now in the following locations:BUILDING X5B (Centre for Open Education - Reception) BUILDING E3A (International Office - Reception) new location BUILDING C1A (Mail Room) LINCOLN STUDENT SERVICES BUILDING - (Postgraduate Studies Section - Level 2 - [ring bell for access]) BUILDING E11A (Security Desk)
The boxes are cleared on a daily basis by the Printery staff. To speed up the delivery of printing jobs, please use these collection points (rather than the internal mail system). For enquiries or further information please contact Maureen Cleland or Elaine Arthur on x7385. Elaine Arthur
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DUNMORE LANG COLLEGE ACCOMMODATION ON CAMPUS AVAILABLE FROM SEMESTER 2Dunmore Lang College will have accommodation available for Semester 2, 2002. Options vary from private bedrooms with shared bathroom facilities to private bedrooms with ensuite. Accommodation includes 20 meals/wk, computer facilities, academic assistance, recreational areas, kitchenettes, laundries, seminar rooms and tutorial rooms. Visit the College any weekday between 8am
and 5pm or phone to make an appointment for a tour on tel. 9856 1000.
Checkout our website:
John Reid
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THE GRAND TOUR: MUSICAL TRAVELS THROUGH EUROPE
The concert is based on The Grand Tour of Europe that was commonly undertaken by young members of the English aristocracy during the 17th and 18th centuries. The major cultural centres of Europe were visited to educate the travellers in the architecture, language and culture of the cities. However, distracting activities such as drinking and gambling often accompanied these journeys. The pieces to be performed in this concert reflect the “official” purpose of the tour. Conducted by Margot McLaughlin, this concert features an 85 voice choir and a 21 piece orchestra. Tickets: $25, $20 concession, $15 students. Bookings: 9850 7818, email: publicity@mus.aicsa.org.au or purchased at the door of the Macquarie Theatre on the day. For more details, visit the MUS website at: www.mq.edu.au/mqsingers Blanche Ling
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TRAVEL NEWS
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MOVIES @ MACQUARIE – FACT OR FICTION - ‘Sense and Sensibility’Macquarie Theatre Sunday 16 June, 7.00pmSometimes movies can seem so real – but just how much is fact and how much fiction? The next film in the 2002 season of Movies @ Macquarie is ‘Sense and Sensibility’. When Mr Dashwood dies, he must leave the bulk of his estate to the son by a previous marriage. The family’s reduced circumstances cast a shadow over the romantic aspirations of daughters Elinor and Marianne. The discussion forum to follow the film will be hosted by the English Department. Michelle Riley
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UNICOM Credit Union is presently offering Car Loans at a rate of 7.5% (terms and conditions apply). Not only is this the best rate around, we also offer a free service in finding your dream car at the right price through our association with Erich from Car Solutions. With a pre approved loan from UNICOM and assistance from Car Solutions we will make you purchase an enjoyable experience. Car Insurance can also be arranged. We have received very positive feedback from a number of staff members who have used these services. Call Kerry or Anne x7616. Kerry Graham
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Postgraduate Study in Educational Leadership: Semester 2 entry Applications are now open for Semester 2 entry to the Postgraduate Program in Educational Leadership (Higher Education). The program is offered at Certificate, Diploma and Masters Degree levels. As part of the University's commitment to the professional development of its staff, there are no tuition or student activities fees associated with any of the three core units of the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Leadership (Higher Education) for Macquarie University staff. This program has been designed specifically for those academic and administrative staff who currently hold, or are seeking appointment to, senior positions of leadership and management responsibility within their institutions. The program provides participants with the opportunity to develop their understanding of: · the organisation and governance of higher education institutions,
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while furthering their understanding of, and skills in, the key areas of: · academic program management
Coursework and assignments require participants to critically apply theory and experience to the solution of real workplace dilemmas. The program offers staff an excellent opportunity to participate in a coherent professional development program, resulting in the award of a Macquarie University degree. Delivered in a range of flexible modes, current participants are finding this program accessible, stimulating and rewarding. Further information concerning the program can be found at the program's website: http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au/lead_man/lm_award.htm or contact Alison Cameron tel. x7598 or email: alison.cameron@mq.edu.au. Applications for Semester 2 study are due at CPD by Friday 28 June. AVCC Staff Development and Training Programs, 2002 CPD will offer a competitive grant to support the attendance of a Macquarie University staff member at the following program: Leadership Program for HEW Levels 5-7
The Program: The course is designed for people who would benefit from an orientation to the higher education system in a changing, political, economic and social context. It would be particularly relevant to people in an administrative role or to staff who are potential or aspiring managers. It is designed to accelerate participants' understanding of higher education and assist them to formulate strategies for personal leadership and organisational effectiveness. The program will be held at the Deakin Management Centre, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria. Cost: The full registration cost for the program is $2,800 (ex
GST). This includes course materials, accommodation and meals.
CPD will offer a grant to cover 50% of the registration cost, or $1,400,
to assist one staff member's attendance. Travel and any other costs
must be met by the staff member's work unit.
Deadline: Nomination forms must be received at CPD by Friday 23 August 2002. Further information on other programs offered by the AVCC is available on the AVCC website: http://www.avcc.edu.au 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;
Lunch will be provided Date: Tuesday 11 June
OH&S for Managers, Supervisors and Safety Coordinators Effective training of supervisory personnel has a major impact on the ability of management to implement and maintain appropriate systems of work. Increasingly regulations, legally required Australian Standards, and approved Codes of Practice call for specific training of Managers and Supervisors and other line management personnel. Enforcement activity by Government Inspectors reinforces the importance of this aspect of OH&S management systems. OH&S philosophy is based on the principle that "supervising for safety" must be integrated with all other management/supervisory imperatives e.g. productivity, quality. This course gives staff the specific OH&S knowledge and skills to allow integration. More details at: http://www.pers.mq.edu.au/ohs/train/ohsman.html Lunch will be provided.
Qualitative Researchers Special Interest Group This discussion group will give qualitative researchers from across campus an opportunity to discuss a range of issues of mutual interest. The program will be determined by the group and may include discussion of particular issues, or presentations or showcases by group members, or others from outside the group. Lunch will be provided.
EEO Showcase: Which One Of Us Is Different? – The Benefits of Working in a Diverse Workplace The EEO office, in conjunction with CPD, is offering a half-day showcase on Wednesday 19 June, to discuss the difference we each bring to the workplace. During this half-day we will develop the meaning of difference and discover that “DIFFERENCE” is not the sole domain of certain groupings of people. We have engaged Chris Puplick – President of the Anti-discrimination Board and NSW Privacy Commissioner - as our lunch time speaker, to look at the makeup of our Macquarie workforce and how we can gain productivity from this difference. This will be followed by Peter Steane from MGSM and Carolyn Alcorso from Sydney University Research Centre, who will facilitate workshops to further develop and explain difference and what it means in 2002. This invitation is extended to all staff members of the University Community. The program will commence with an introduction by the VC and sit down lunch at 12noon. Places are limited to 60 so book early or be disappointed. Where: SAM Function Rooms
Bookings through Kim Richard at CPD x9721 or email: CPD@mq.edu.au
Performance Management Information Session for New Academic Staff Macquarie University introduced the Performance Management System for Academic Staff in 1998-1999, and it became effective in 2000. This information session is designed to inform academic staff who are new to Macquarie about the policies and procedures of the Performance Management System and its implications, as well as to assist staff to prepare effectively for their performance Management interviews. Date: Thursday 20 June
Postgraduate Research Supervision: Workshop 3 - Models for Postgraduate Research Supervision This workshop explores different models of research supervision. We will look at the role of the supervisor for facilitating the development of student research, the sorts of intellectual supports required at different stages of the research project, ways in which students can be integrated into the academic life of the department throughout candidature, and ways to assist students disseminate and publish their results. This is the third in a series of development workshops, but all research supervisors and potential supervisors are welcome. Lunch will be provided.
Reflective Teachers Special Interest Group – Learning and Teaching as Research In this lunch-time meeting, Vij Nagarajan and Anna Reid will report
on the outcomes of their (funded!) research on students' learning in law
and their perceptions of work as a legal professional. It is apparent
that students learning law at Macquarie University have hugely different
ways in which they understand what law is, what to focus on when they are
learning law, and how their learning will help them become professionals.
We plan to show how these findings in this discipline area can be used
to enhance teaching and learning in other areas, as well as in law.
Re-energising Yourself at Work How easy it is to become demoralised at work in the face of constraints and obstructions, decision-making which does not seem to make sense, work overload, and coping with multiple demands with little support, or where you feel under-valued. It is tempting in these circumstances to give up hope and enthusiasm and go into a 'holding pattern' of maintenance and survival. Work ceases to be a place where we can experience fulfilment, satisfaction and fun and becomes instead something to endure. In this workshop we will explore alternative approaches to these challenges, so as to enable us to remain personally buoyant and re-empowered, even in the face of frustrating and constraining circumstances. This workshop will not offer magical cures but good, solid principles of how to re-generate our buoyancy and optimism. The power is in the application. The workshop is suitable for both academic and general staff. Lunch will be provided. Date: Thursday 27 June
CPD bookings can be made on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au
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Media mentions: We 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 Fiona Crawford: fiona.crawford@mq.edu.au by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to W6B 148. Ms Effy Alexakis (Centre for Flexible Learning): will be utilised as a guest speaker for Modern Greek Studies at Macquarie University, O Kosmos (Sydney), 24 May
Dr Jac Brown (Psychology): was interviewed about same-sex relationships, ABC Radio National ‘Life Matters’, 22 May
Professor Des Cooper (Biology): was mentioned in connection with a report from the UN about the increasing rate of extinction of animals, Brisbane ABQ2 State Television, 22 May, Tasmanian ABC TV State Television News, 22 May, Perth ABW2 State Television News, 22 May
Dr Felicity Cox (Linguistics): commented on the Australian English accent of internationally acclaimed Australian actors, The Australian, 4 May; interviewed about the general change in the Australian accent, ABC Radio 720 WA, 26 May
Professor John Croucher (Statistics): his weekly Number Crunch column included statistics such as ‘the number of women giving birth to twins in Australia in 2000: 3800, in 1980: 2219’, Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, 1 June
Maree Delofski (Media & Communications): was interviewed about her documentary ‘The Trouble With Merle’ which is featured at this years Sydney Film Festival, Sydney Morning Herald, 31 May
Leonard Janiszewski (Modern History): will be presenting a seminar on ‘The Greek Cafe Experience in NSW, 1900-2000’ as part of the Department of Modern History Seminar series at Macquarie University, O Kosmos (Sydney), 21 May; is presenting the overall History and Culture component for Modern Greek Studies at Macquarie University and providing a ‘new energy and direction in both face to face and correspondence teaching’; presented an illustrated seminar on ‘The Greek Cafe Experience in NSW, 1900-2000’ as part of the Department of Modern History Seminar series at Macquarie University, O Kosmos (Sydney), 24 May
Dr Elizabeth Kefallinos (European Languages): was featured in an article regarding the new directions in teaching Greek at Macquarie University, O Kosmos (Sydney), 24 May; is representing Macquarie University in a community forum regarding the future of Modern Greek in Education, O Kosmos (Sydney), 28 May; was interviewed about the new directions in teaching Greek at Macquarie, SBS Radio, May 29
Associate Professor Robin Kramer (MGSM): says while some students undertake MBAs in order to earn more money, some do it because they need the credentials to further corporate careers, while others do it because they are already managing and they realise they need to learn more, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 May
Professor Michael Johnson (Computing): was interviewed about people’s perceptions of what a billion is, 702 ABC Radio, 20 May 2002
Dr Anna Lyth-Gollner (Graduate School of the Environment): was interviewed about Sydney’s addiction to the car and our growing reluctance to use our feet, Sydney Morning Herald, 21 May
Emeritus Professor Kenneth Maddock (Anthropology): wrote an article about how in the ten years since the High Court ruled that native title existed, native title has not secured hoped-for results for Aboriginal communities, The Australian, 3 June
Associate Professor Philip Newall (Linguistics): with a team of researchers from Macquarie University, Sydney University, the Australian National University and Westmead hospital, has found low to moderate alcohol consumption may guard against hearing loss, Courier Mail, 22 May, ABC Radio Brisbane, 24 May; Northern District Times, 29 May
Mr Maurice Newman (Chancellor): is admired for being a good chairman because he is genuinely concerned about listening to other points of view around the board table, CFO, 1 June
Dr Nick Parr (Business): wrote a letter to the editor stating that recent arguments which have been advanced for school closures in Sydney are not sustainable due to the huge increases in enrolment figures, Sydney Morning Herald, 31 May
Dr George Parsons (Modern History): opened Leonard Janiszewski’s Modern History Seminar on the Greek cafe in New South Wales and ‘said the department was “very excited” to have the In Their On Image: Greek-Australians Project at the university’, O Kosmos (Sydney), 24 May
Professor John Pollard (Economic and Financial Studies): says the solution to resolving the public liability crisis may lie in getting rid of the lump sum payment and replacing it with a regular periodical payment, Daily Telegraph, 30 May, Radio 2SM, 30 May
Professor Ron Rapee (Psychology): says people with panic attacks usually tend to be anxious types anyway. Some people say they are born like it, Courier Mail, 24 May
Safina Uberoi (Media): has won the $15,000 Script Writing Award for her documentary ‘My Mother India’ at the 2002 NSW Premier’s Awards, Sydney Morning Herald, 28 May
Professor Malcolm Walter (Centre for Astrobiology): said, with regard to a manned trip to Mars, that while extremely sophisticated robotic systems are being developed, a ‘human on the ground’ was required to answer such questions as is, or was there ever, life on Mars, Sydney Morning Herald, 28 May; last year spent weeks in the South Australian outback overseeing experiments designed to test how people would cope with simple tasks on Mars, Daily Telegraph, 30 May; said even though a manned return trip to Mars would take years, the technical challenges are not insurmountable. The stumbling blocks are the money and public goodwill, Sydney Morning Herald, 1 June
Professor Di Yerbury (Vice Chancellor): said at an Australian Vice Chancellor’s Committee delegation, held in Dublin, that the delegation had been encouraged to build close ties with Ireland’s university sector, MX - Melbourne, 30 May;
Issues and Events
The Macquarie Trio opened their latest concert series at Macquarie University on Sunday with a program of chamber classics, Sydney Morning Herald, 21 May; The Trio renewed the audience’s acquaintance with Russian composer Anton Arensky with an adroit reading on at the Melba Hall, Melbourne, The Age, 28 MayIn postgraduate enrolments, the overall gender breakdown this year at the Macquarie Graduate School of Management is 40% women and 60% men, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 May
The Macquarie Dictionary defines ‘goodwill’ as an ‘intangible saleable asset arising from the reputation of a business and its relations with its customers, distinct from stock etc’, Franchising – and Own Your Own Business, 1 May; defines a profession as ‘a vocation requiring knowledge of some department of learning or science, especially one of the three vocations of theology, law and medicine’, Sydney Morning Herald, 25 May; according to the Australian Word Map (a joint project of Macquarie University and the ABC), few things more accurately place you on the map in this country than what you call luncheon meat – in NSW it’s devon, in SA it’s fritz, in Perth it’s polony, Sydney Morning Herald, 1 June
The 2002 edition of The Good Universities Guide to Business & Management Courses ranks Macquarie University in the top 5 for ‘graduate salary’ and ‘getting a job’, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 May
To gain entry to the Macquarie Graduate School of Management, applicants need at least five years’ work experience and must demonstrate considerable professional achievement, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 May
An e-commerce management program was introduced into the MBA program at the Macquarie Graduate School of Management last year. Enrolments have doubled since then and it is now being taught at the CBD campus to cope with increased demand, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 May
Macquarie University is one of group of organisations and institutions who are conducting a ‘Longitudinal Study of Australian Children’, The Age, 24 May
A proposed cross-regional bus route between Brookvale and Macquarie University remains undelivered by the NSW Government, Manly Daily, 23 May
Ryde Council has been reclassified because of its growth as an employment centre. Ryde’s population of almost doubles each day with the influx of workers into the area and students attending Macquarie University, Sydney Morning Herald, 28 May
Two Lindisfarne Anglican School students travelled to Sydney to meet with senior officials at Macquarie University to discuss the Higher School Certificate and the UAI, Daily News Tweed Heads, 25 May
According to the latest Auditor-General’s report to State Parliament, NSW universities are sitting on a combined surplus of $185 million. Macquarie University with $14 million is third behind Sydney University and UTS, Sydney Morning Herald, 29 May; Macquarie University, alongside Wollongong, UNSW, Newcastle and Charles Sturt, is told by the NSW Audit Office to improve their accounting procedures, The Australian, 29 May
Ms Megan Taylor, promotions co-ordinator for the National Geographic Channel has a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Macquarie University, Sydney Morning Herald, 29 May
Ms Elizabeth Gaunt, who recently received her gold Duke of Edinburgh Award, is now studying for a Bachelor of Arts at Macquarie University, Sydney Weekly, 28 May
Australia finds itself at the forefront of wireless technology thanks to the early collaborative efforts of scientists working out of the CSIRO and Macquarie University, Australian Financial Review, 31 May
Associate Professor Don Adams, former lecturer in plant sciences at Macquarie University, Sydney University and the Open University passed away on 5 May at age 70, Sydney Morning Herald, 1 June
Movies @ Macquarie, a free movie screening at Macquarie University that allows the audience to grill expert academics about how much of the film is fact and how much is fiction, is screening Sense and Sensibility on 16 June, Northern District Times, 29 May
Fiona Crawford
Media Officer, Public Relations and Marketing
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SIRIUS EVENTSGraduate Networking Reception and Lecture and Annual General MeetingTuesday 18 June, 6.00pm“The Prime Minister: Poll-driven or Principled?” Professor Murray Goot, Professor of Politics, Macquarie University.Murray Goot holds a personal chair at the University and has written widely on public opinion, the media and electoral behaviour. He has been a columnist for the Sydney Morning Herald and Australian Financial Review. His work as a consultant includes work with the FitzGerald Committee to advise on Australia’s Immigration Policies; the Garnaut Review of the Implications for Australia of Economic Growth and Structural Change in East Asia; and the Constitutional Commission chaired by Sir Maurice Byers. Professor Goot’s lecture will discuss the characterisation of our political elites as poll-driven and asks why this has gone unexamined and largely unchallenged from within the academy. In his opinion, the view of politics it conjures up suffers from three shortcomings. First, it is not necessarily true; indeed, in relation to some key issues it is quite false. Second, what poll-following actually involves varies in fundamental ways from case to case. Third, while claiming to expose the indefensible agendas of others, the characterisation of politics as poll-driven hides a very particular and contestable agenda of its own. The lecture will be held in conjunction with the Annual General Meeting of Convocation. 6.00pm to 7.00pm: Cocktail Reception
Venue: MGSM CBD Campus, 51-57 Pitt Street, Sydney
http://handbook.mq.edu.au/p2/pt2f_066.htm and http://handbook.mq.edu.au/p2/pt2e_055.htm RSVP to Sandra Lamaro by 13 June.
Annual Alumni Dinner at Parliament HouseTuesday 2 August 2002, 6.30pmThis is an ideal opportunity for networking and becoming involved in the alumni/university connection. If you wish to arrange a table of departmental staff and alumni, please contact Sandra Lamaro in the Office of Graduate Affairs. Individual invitations and general notices will be circulated closer to the date. However, you may wish to note the date in your diary now.Guest Speaker: Justice Michael Kirby For feedback and/or inquiries about any of the above, please contact: Sandra Lamaro
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| LAW'S ENTERPRISE: The 21st Annual Conference of the Australia and
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Zealand Law and History Society 11 to 13 July 2002 The Carrington Hotel, Katoomba. "Law's Enterprise" is an international conference on the intersections between law and history. The Conference is being hosted by the Division of Law, Macquarie University. The full conference program, together with registration details, may
be found on the conference website:
UMAP International Biennial Conference
The University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific program is a voluntary association of government and nongovernment representatives of the higher education sector in the region. Its aim is to enhance understanding through increased mobility of university students and staff. The conference will focus on issues such as:
Further details are available by email: Margaret.
smith@avcc.edu.au
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SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS |
| Centre for Japanese Economic Studies Macquarie University
Toyota Finance Research Fellowship 2002 This fellowship was established by a donation from Toyota Finance Australia Ltd to assist academic staff of Macquarie University to increase their knowledge of the Japanese economy, and eventually, support stronger and better relations between the two countries. The purpose of this fellowship is to promote research of the Japanese economy and its relationship with other economies in the world. The fellowship will consist of a one-off payment of $2,000. Applications are invited from all members of academic staff at Macquarie University. Successful applicants are expected to use the funds to assist with their research of Japanese economics. The funds may be used to undertake travel to Japan or a similar project. It is expected that the results of the research be published in a scholarly publication with the acknowledgment of assistance provided by the Toyota Finance Research Fellowship. The successful applicant would also be expected to present a seminar on their research, which would later be published as part of the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies Research Paper series. Applications should be submitted to the Director of the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies. The applicants should submit a research proposal and a brief explanation of planned expenditure. Applicants should address the selection criteria as shown below, and frame their applications accordingly. The applications will be assessed by a Selection Committee comprising the Director of the Centre, the Head of the Division of Economic and Financial Studies and a Research Adviser to the Centre. Closing Date: 14 June 2002 Selection Criteria: The successful applicant must:
For more information contact: Dr Craig Freedman, Director, on tel. 9850 7444. The Australian-Arab Chamber of Commerce
The Australian-Arab Chamber of Commerce and Industry donates an annual $4,000 travel scholarship to a Macquarie University student of the Politics of the Modern Middle East. The Scholarship, which is administered by the Centre for Middle East and North African Studies, is awarded to a Macquarie student of Middle East Politics each year to enable them to further their academic interests. Detailed letters of application for the 2002 Scholarship should
be addressed to the Director, Centre for Middle East and North African
Studies by Friday, 16 August.
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| OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR AND VICE-PRINCIPAL Systems Support Services
Student System Customer Service Officer (Full-time (continuing)) Ref.
19034
The University has recently implemented a new student system and has a Help Desk to act as the single point of contact for all users with student system related problems and service requests. The appointee will respond to problems, ‘how to’ questions and other user requests about the student system by telephone or electronic mail, and will log, prioritise and track user requests through to completion. The emphasis is on understanding how the student system can meet user needs rather than on the technical system aspects. Essential Criteria: A well developed client service attitude; excellent communication skills; strong problem-solving ability; a professional phone manner and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team; a good understanding of computer fundamentals; and the ability to learn quickly about a large information system. Desirable Criteria: Tertiary qualification and/or relevant experience; considerable experience with MS Office in a shared environment. Enquiries: Ms Genevieve Freys (02) 9850 6173 or email: Genevieve.Freys@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to a probationary period of 3 months. Salary Range: Level 5 - $43,766 to $49,429 pa, including base salary $36,983 to $41,768 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation. 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 14 June 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES Department of Biological Sciences Scientific Officer (Full-time (continuing)) Ref. 17192 The appointee will be part of a team providing technical support in the preparation and maintenance of undergraduate teaching laboratories. The appointee will coordinate and prepare a broad range of practical classes; maintain laboratories and equipment; and, as a member of the marine collecting team, collect and identify live specimens for teaching and research. Essential Criteria: A degree in biological sciences, or equivalent qualifications and experience; demonstrated laboratory skills; effective organisational and communication skills; a current NSW driver's license and Waterways boat driver's license. Applicants must be proficient swimmers and have a level of fitness consistent with marine collecting. Desirable Criteria: Small boat handling, diving and marine collecting experience. Enquiries: Mr Ray Cameron on (02) 9850 8139 or e-mail: rcameron@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
or Mr Roderick Nurthen on (02) 9850 6264 or e-mail: rnurthen@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to a probationary period of 3 months. Salary Range: Level 5 - $43,766 to $49,429 pa, including base salary $36,983 to $41,768 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation. Scientific Officer (Glasshouse) (Part-time (continuing)) Ref. 6989 The appointee will establish and maintain plants; maintain associated equipment in the glasshouse complex, and balance the demands for plants in teaching and research. Essential Criteria: A Horticulture certificate or equivalent; experience in plant husbandry; driver's licence; effective organisational and communication skills; a level of fitness and skills required to handle large potted plants and soils. Desirable Criteria: Experience in a scientific laboratory, particularly in the formulation of fertilisers. Enquiries: Associate Professor Brian Atwell on (02) 9850 8224 or e-mail: batwell@rna.bio.mq.edu.au or Mr Roderick Nurthen on (02) 9850 6264 or e-mail: rnurthen@rna.bio.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. The position is available on a part-time (continuing) basis (20 hours per week - five half days will be preferred) and will be subject to a probationary period of 3 months. Salary Range: Level 4 - package up to $42,849 pa, including base salary $33,880 to $36,208 pa, annual leave loading and up to 17% employer’s superannuation. Pro rata rates apply. Technical Assistant (Part-time (continuing)) Ref. 19367 The appointee will care for, observe and feed the Department's lungfish and maintain the associated ponds, aquaria and holding tanks. Essential Criteria: Experience in a scientific laboratory; driver's licence; effective organisational and communication skills. Desirable Criteria: Progression towards an appropriate scientific qualification. Enquiries: Professor Jean Joss on (02) 9850 8224 or e-mail: jjoss@rna.bio.mq.edu.au or Mr Roderick Nurthen on (02) 9850 6264 or e-mail: rnurthen@rna.bio.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. The position is available on a part-time (continuing) basis (15 hours per week - five half days will be preferred) and will be subject to a probationary period of 3 months. Salary Range: Level 3 - package up to $36,339 pa, including base salary $29,354 to $36,339 pa, annual leave loading and 8% employer’s superannuation. Pro rata rates 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 14 June 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES Department of Health and Chiropractic Lecturer in Chiropractic & Health Studies (Full-time (continuing)) Ref. 18741 The Department seeks to appoint a Lecturer in Chiropractic and Health Studies to teach in a number of mainstream Chiropractic areas, including Rehabilitation; contribute to the development of teaching and research in Health Studies; contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, conduct research and generally play a role in the life of the Department, Division and University. Essential criteria: Relevant clinical experience; completion or nearing completion of a relevant higher degree, or an appropriate combination of qualifications and experience; teaching and research interest in any field of Chiropractic but with a demonstrated interest in Rehabilitation; practical experience in teaching and practice in Chiropractic; ability to develop a research profile. Desirable criteria: An interest in a related Health Studies area outside of Chiropractic and an interest in flexible learning techniques. The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis and will
be subject to probationary conditions.
Application Package: Meredith McGregor on (02) 9850 9382 or e-mail Meredith.McGregor@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. Salary Range: Level B (Lecturer) - $62,744 to $74,508pa, including base salary $53,019 to $62,960 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 e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 28 June 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Division of Society, Culture, Media and Philosophy Warawara - Department of Indigenous Studies Director of Warawara and Associate Professor (Full-time (continuing)) Ref. 10858 An applicant's Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). The appointee will be responsible for the day-to-day management of Warawara - Department of Indigenous Studies, including Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Community Management, Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) and Aboriginal Studies units, as well as providing leadership for staff and students in the Department. Under the supervision of the Head of Division, the appointee will have responsibility for academic program development for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The appointee will also provide academic policy advice to the Vice-Chancellor and Executive on the development of appropriate University policies for Indigenous Australian students and staff, and will assist in the implementation of effective community outreach. The appointee will be encouraged to teach and pursue research in her/his areas of expertise. Essential Criteria: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; appropriate postgraduate qualification; capacity to develop and implement a strategic direction for Warawara; achievement and leadership experience at a senior level in organisations; demonstrated record of teaching and management in the provision of education for Indigenous people; substantial experience with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in higher education; proved record in research, including generating research projects and consultancies. Desirable Criteria: Ability to conduct effective communication and negotiation with senior management in both government and non-government sectors, as well as with indigenous leaders; ability to work in a cross-disciplinary environment. The position of Associate Professor is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and may be subject to probationary conditions. The appointment as Director will be for an initial period of three years. Enquiries: Professor Mitchell Dean, Head of Division on (02) 9850 8703, or email: mitchell.dean@mq.edu.au Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Mrs Catherine McMahon on (02) 9850 8831 or email: catherine.mcmahon@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. Salary Range: Level D (Associate Professor) - $92,547 to $101,956pa, including base salary $78,203 to $86,154pa, plus annual leave loading and 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. 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 12 July 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES Department of Accounting and Finance Expressions of Interest for Casual Teaching Opportunities Sydney The Department of Accounting and Finance seeks expressions of interest for Undergraduate and Postgraduate day or evening sessions in the following areas: Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Auditing, Corporate Finance, Accounting Information Systems. Further information about the Department can be found at: http://www.accg.mq.edu.au or http://www.gacc.mq.edu.au To apply, send expressions of interest, including full curriculum vitae and visa status to Mrs Tracey Lynch, Department of Accounting and Finance, Division of Economic and Financial Studies, Macquarie University, NSW 2109. MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY Expressions of Interest for Casual Work Reference Librarians Macquarie University Library seeks expressions of interest from experienced reference librarians for casual work. Duties include providing information and advisory services through the Library’s reference desk, and assisting users with detailed reference queries, including the use of print and electronic services. Applicants must be available for shift work on evenings and weekends. Essential Criteria: Appropriate degree in Library and Information Studies or an Associate Diploma, or equivalent tertiary qualifications and/or relevant work experience; excellent oral and written communication skills, analytical skills and a commitment to quality customer service; proved skills in the use of information technology, and a good knowledge of print and electronic information resources; ability to work as part of a team. Enquiries: Ms Janet Fletcher on (02) 9850 7553 or email: janet.fletcher@mq.edu.au. Selection critieria must be addressed in the application. For these casual Library positions only: Applications, including full curriculum vitae, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of two referees, should be forwarded to Ms Janet Fletcher, Manager Reference and Research Advisory Services, University Library, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 14 June 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT To apply for internally advertised positions, you must be: a current Macquarie University staff member AND a Continuing, Fixed-term or long-term Casual staff member DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES Department of Physical Geography Scientific Officer (Part-time (continuing)) Ref. 18558 The appointee will provide teaching and research support within the Department with a primary focus on Geoecology; will operate and maintain field and laboratory equipment; maintain field stores and departmental vehicles; generally supervise and maintain Departmental facilities; advise on operational safety and routine upgrading of Departmental equipment; and provide limited training to staff and students. Essential Criteria: A relevant tertiary qualification; relevant field and laboratory experience; proved skills to operate and maintain field and laboratory equipment including the use of particle size analysis equipment, balances, drill rig, ovens, furnace, centrifuge and linked computer equipment; demonstrated ability to modify data collection and analysis procedures based on an independent assessment of data collected previously; a current driver's license. Desirable Criteria: A current First Aid certificate; knowledge of vehicle servicing. Enquiries: Karyn Knowles on x8426 or e-mail: karyn.knowles@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. The position is available on a part-time (continuing) basis for 28 hours per week and may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 5 - $43, 766 to $49,429 pa, including base salary $36,983 to $41,768 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer's superannuation . Pro rata rates 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 14 June 2002. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Equal Employment Opportunity is a University Policy.
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| FREE to any section of the University - compactus - storage system. To be relocated by you as soon as possible. Contact: Printery x7385. | FOR SALE SURPLUS EQUIPMENT One single bowl stainless steel sink (930mm long x 470mm deep) with two twist taps and one spout. Excellent condition $175. Contact Elaine Vaughan, Maths Department, x 8947 or email: evaughan@maths.mq.edu.au |
| FOR SALE Two boxes of padded envelopes, 330 x 240 mm, 100 per box, $30 per box (o.n.o), and one large roll of bubble plastic, 1.1 m wide x 30 m long, $20 (o.n.o.). Both are suitable for the dispatch of books. Contact: Pat Geidans, Ancient History Documentary Research Centre, x7512, or Bruce Marshall, x7789, email: bmarshal@hmn.mq.edu.au. | FOR SALE Burmese kitten. Full pedigree, ready for breeding. Chipped and vaxed and very cute brown female 14 weeks old. $300. Contact Adrienne x9867 or email: asallay@aces1.aces.mq.edu.au |
| FOR SALE LEGO collection. ‘Pirates', ‘Castle', ‘Space', ‘Legoland', ‘Airport Shuttle', ‘Paradisa' themes; also many Basic Building sets; huge range of supplements, elements, extras. All models fully assembled (no missing parts), with original boxes and Instruction Manuals. Contact: Kevin, 9416 6543 or 0402159999, email: kharris@ted.educ.mq.edu.au or kevinharris20@hotmail.com | FOR SALE gas heater. Rinnai Convector,
as new. Only 3 months used. Electronic ignition, timer and child lock.
Very efficient. Was $700. Now $450. Contact: Michael 8926 or 0402 961 709
or by email:
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| FOR SALE Ladies ski suit, trousers and jacket all in one, about size 12 to 14. $50 ono. Netball skirts, dark green, size 10 $8. Single bed head with shelf, white, $20. Gameboy $20. Contact: Sue 9457 0451. | HOUSESITTING OR FLATSHARE required for one female, preferably city or close to city location. From 1 July. Contact: Tracey 9428 5074 or email: borderlass@hotmail.com |
| ACCOMODATION WANTED Single female seeking accommodation in the Marsfield/Ryde Epping area. Looking to share town house/apartment or to do a house sitting assignment. Please call Prue on x 9299. | ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED From 1 September to 30 November 2002. Furnished house or apartment for visiting professor and his wife, no children. Prefer North Sydney or location with reasonable city access, but any offers considered. Contact: m.corballis@auckland.ac.nz. |
| TO LET 4 bedroom house in Ryde, 10 minutes drive to Macquarie University, 20 minutes drive to City. Public transport available. Fully furnished. $400 weekly. Contact: Anna 9802 6299 or email: anna.abram@mq.edu.au. | ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE Room available for a single person in a smart, furnished, two-bedroom apartment in Dee Why. Walking distance to bus into city every 10 to 20 minutes. Five minutes walk to shops and 10 minutes walk to Dee Why Beach. $130 per week. References required. Contact: Neil Holbrook x8429, email: neil.holbrook@mq.edu.au |
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DIARY 2002 |
June
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR. Yilgarn cration: Components of the Crust and Structure from Geophysical Data. Sre Alan Whitaker Geoscience Australia, Canberra. E7B in Room 100 commencing at 1.05pm. MOBILE BLOOD BANK Macquarie Atrium, SAM Building. 10.00am
to 3.00pm.
INTRODUCTION TO THE GENERAL STAFF PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 1.00 pm to 3.00pm in E7B T2. Lunch will be provided. Facilitators: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, EEO Officer and Personnel Office Staff. Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au SOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Caregiving and In(ter)dependence: research and policy perspectives on care, dependency and autonomy. Michael Fine Sociology Department, Macquarie University. 11.00am to 1.00pm Room 707 W6A. MUPRA LITERARY HOUR Speaker Chris Masters 1.00pm to 2.00pm in
W5A T2.
POLITICS SEMINAR ‘What’s Wrong with Social Policy’, Rob Watts, Social Science and Planning, RMIT. Held from 11.00am to 12.30pm, in W6A 107. All welcome. Morris Morley, Politics, Macquarie University. MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR ‘Jurors are anxious to dispose of the
case for themselves: Law, culture and the treatment of women who charged
rape in NYC courts 1880-1960’ Stephen Robertson, University of Sydney.
12.20pm to 2.00pm W6A 127.
MACQUARIE LAW SEMINARS 'An indestructible Union ... of indestructible States': Is Texas v White 74 US 700 (1868) Good Law?’ Dr Peter Radan, Law, Macquarie University. 1.00pm to 2.00pm in the staff library, 6th floor, W3A. All welcome. JUN ISHI, THE LAST YAHI The Biological Sciences Museum hosts lunchtime entertainment/documentary programs each Thursday 1.00pm to 2.00pm E8B 110. ANNUAL PUBLIC LECTURE Dunmore Lang College, speaker Dr Brendan
Nelson MP, Minister for Education, Science and Training. 7.30pm. All welcome.
MOVIES @ MACQUARIE – FACT OR FICTION - ‘Sense and Sensibility’
Macquarie Theatre, 7.00pm, free entry. After movie discussion hosted by
the English Department.
OH&S FOR MANAGERS, SUPERVISORS AND SAFETY COORDINATORS. 9.30am to 5.00pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. Facilitator: Julie Armour. Enquiries: Ugo Cernot, x 9723. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au REFLECTIVE TEACHERS SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP – Learning and Teaching
as Research. 1.00pm to 2.00pm in the Molly Thomson Room, Library.
Enquiries: Sharon Fraser, x8446. To book call CPD on x9721 or email:
cpd@mq.edu.au
QUALITATIVE RESEARCHERS SPECIAL INTERST GROUP 1.00pm to 2.00pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. Facilitators: Stephen Marshall and Anna Reid. Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au GRADUATE NETWORKING RECEPTION AND LECTURE, AND ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Speaker:
Professor Murray Goot, Professor of Politics, Macquarie University. “The
Prime Minister: Poll-driven or Principled?” 6.00pm, MGSM CBD Campus, 51-57
Pitt Street, Sydney RSVP to Sandra Lamaro by 13 June. Tel. x7311, fax:
9478 or email: slamaro@remus.reg.mq.edu.au
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SESSION FOR NEW ACADEMIC STAFF
12noon to 2.00pm in E7B T3. Facilitators: Brenda Turnbull, Director
Personnel Office, and EEO Officer. Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten,
x9619. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au
WHICH ONE OF US IS DIFFERENT? The benefits of working in a diverse workplace. Half day workshop held by EEO Office.12noon to 4.00pm, SAM Building Level 3. SUICIDE ATTACKS – A GROWING TREND OF MODERN TERRORISM The Centre
for Middle East and North African Studies presents the distinguished Israeli
scholar and analyst Mr. Boaz Ganor Executive Director of the International
Policy Institute for Counter-Terrorism, Herzliya Israel. 10.00am, in W6A
room 107.
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT SEMINAR Speaker: Mr Phillip Isaacs, Flack + Kurtz Australia, Consulting Engineers Topic: The New Energy Culture & Associated Technologies for Buildings. Seminars are open to all and start promptly at 1.00pm in Building E7B Lecture Theatre T3 (Level 3). POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH SUPERVISION: Workshop 3 - Models for Postgraduate
Research Supervision 10.00 am to 2.00 pm in E6A 116. Lunch will
be provided. Facilitator: Enquiries: Anna Reid, x9780.
To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au
MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FRIENDS Public lecture by
Susannah Fullerton, President of the Jane Austen Society : Jane Austen
– Antipodean views. Venue: Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5, Library. Time:
5.30pm for 6.00pm. Enquiries: Mrs Cissy Wong X7499.
REENERGISING YOURSELF AT WORK. 9.30am to 4.00pm in E6A 116.
Lunch will be provided. Facilitator and Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten,
x9619To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au
POSTGRADUATE STUDY IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP: SEMESTER 2 ENTRY Further
information concerning the program can be found at the program's website:
July
THE GRAND TOUR: MUSICAL TRAVELS THROUGH EUROPE
Join
the Macquarie University Singers (MUS) at 8.00pm in the Macquarie Theatre
on a grand musical tour through the cities of London, Paris, Rome and Venice
as they perform The King Shall Rejoice (Handel), Jubilate Deo (Gabrieli),
the well-known Gloria by Vivaldi, excerpts from Te Deum (Lully) and a concerto
grosso by Corelli. Tickets $25 ($20 concession, $15 students). Bookings
tel. 9850 7818, email: publicity@mus.aicsa.org.au
or at the door.
MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION Greek Drama Festival State
Finals. Macquarie Theatre, 9.30am to 3.00pm
SOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Topic to be announced Robert Van Krieken,
University of Sydney. 11.00am to 1.00pm Room 707 W6A.
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The next issue of Staff News will be published on Friday
21 June 2002.
All items for inclusion to be submitted
in writingor by email (contribs@remus.reg.mq.edu.au)
by noon, Monday 17 June 2002.
Michelle Coventry, C9B, x7379, Fax
x7391.