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| 11.00 am | Chemistry seminar. Dr Jack Fergusson on "The discovery of nuclear fission — a history". Chemistry, room 531. |
| 6.00 pm | Music — Honour's recital. Christopher Clark, trumpet; Iola Shelley, piano. Music by Torelli, Aratunian, Copland. Admission $5, students free. Chapel, 140 Barbadoes Street. |
| 3.00 pm | The National Centre for Research on Europe, The New Zealand Union Centres Network and the European Commission Delegation to Australia and New Zealand seminar. HE Mr Bruno Julien (European Comission Delegation in Australia and New Zealand) and Simon Murdoch (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade) on "EU-NZ: Facing global challenges together". Coppertop, Commerce building. |
| 6.30 pm | Gateway Antarctica seminar. David Walton (visiting Erskine Fellow) on "Sampling Sub-glacial Lake Vostok, Antarctica: Stewardship or Science?" Lecture theatre A1. |
| 1.00 pm | Law seminar. Associate Professor Elizabeth Toomey on "A 2006-2007 update on land law". School of Law, staff library (fifth floor). |
| 5.00 pm | Music — Master's recital. Minji Lee, violin. Music by Mozart, J.S. Bach, Szymanowski. Admission $5, students free. Great Hall, The Arts Centre. |
| 6.00 pm | Classics Department and Classical Association of Christchurch lecture. Professor Ella Hermon (University of Laval, Quebec) on "Water management in historical perspective: Some contributions of classical studies." Lecture theatre A6. |
| 5.30 pm | NZIIA meeting. Erin Jackson (President of the Canterbury branch of the UN Youth Association of New Zealand) and Anton Smith (UNYANZ member) on "Global challenges: An inter-generational dialogue". Upstairs Dining Room, University Staff Club, 87 Ilam Road. |
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6.30pm, 12 December, Christchurch Art Gallery
Classics lecturer Dr Patrick O'Sullivan will deliver an illustrated public lecture entitled "Sex, drinking and other religious activity in Ancient Greece".
The lecture will look at the Greek symposium, or drinking party, as not only an aristocratic social phenomenon but as an occasion for sophisticated and earthy sensual pleasures, where the presence of Dionysus (god of wine, release and creative energy) and Aphrodite (goddess of procreative energy) were paramount. Reference will be made to a number of vases in the Logie Collection of Antiquities housed in the classics department.
12.30pm-2pm, Friday 30 November 2007, Okeover at UC Opportunity
From 12.30 pm-1pm please come along and network and share with your colleagues.
1.00pm 1.30pm
Guest Speaker: Dallas Welch — Working in Statistics New
Zealand: Dallas will share her experiences of developing her career,
how she has faced challenges, grown and remained delighted to be
at work while still being with the same organisation throughout her
working life. She hopes she might also convince you along the way
that statistics are not just produced by and for pointy-headed boffins
but can be fun, relevant in all aspects of life and business and
are about people. www.stats.govt.nz.
Following is your chance to discuss any local issues. Any ideas and suggestions for your Community would be much appreciated.
If you would like to attend this meeting please RSVP to Lee Barber by emailing CoPA@canterbury.ac.nz or telephoning on ext 4220 by Thursday 29 November 2007. If you are not an administrative staff member but would like to attend this meeting as a guest you are most welcome — please RSVP as above.
If you would like to join CoPA go to www.intranet.canterbury.ac.nz/copa/membership/how.
10:30am-1:30pm, Friday 30 November, A5 lecture theatre
Microsoft are providing UC with a demonstration of the features of the new version of SharePoint — Microsoft Office SharePoint Services (MOSS).
This demonstration will not focus solely on the Web Content Management features of MOSS, but will provide attendees with an overview of the features of MOSS, and a demonstration of the product in action.
To book go to CMS Demonstration (MOSS).
The ICT Services newsletter for Nov/Dec 07 is now available online at
www.icts.canterbury.ac.nz/department/newsletters.
ICT News notification request form.
www.its.canterbury.ac.nz/forms/newsletter_request.shtml.
ICT News notification cancel form.
www.its.canterbury.ac.nz/forms/newsletter_cancel.shtml.
The UC Alumni Association is selling copies of the 2008 Entertainment Wine Book, containing more than 120 offers from many of the best wineries, cellar doors, restaurants, B&Bs and attractions in New Zealand's wine regions — all with introductory offers of 25% off or more. With more than $5000 value inside, the Entertainment Wine Book is the ideal wine companion and a great Christmas gift. Only $40 each — and every purchase contributes to the Alumni Association Student Scholarship Fund. Visit the Alumni Office (Level 5, Registry) to purchase a copy phone 364 2344, email: alumni@canterbury.ac.nz, or see www.canterbury.ac.nz/alumni for more information.
Level 7, Central Library, phone 364 2591, email careers@canterbury.ac.nz
Seminars:
• Tuesday 27 November — Job Hunting Strategies
For further details and registration please visit CareerHub www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
UC Careers & Employment is open throughout the study and exam period as well as the summer break except Christmas/New Year.
Drop in sessions and career counseling appointments will continue as normal. Drop-in sessions are: Mon, Tue, Thurs: 2pm-5pm; Wed and Fri 9am — 12noon.
4:30pm, Saturday 24 November on PlainsFM96.9 or download a podcast from www.museumdetective.com.
New Zealand has some of the best hazards on the planet — floods, tsunamis, earthquakes and landslides — so it's important to be well-informed. The Museum Detective and Dr John Fountain talk to Dr James Goff from NIWA about some of the research that goes into understanding tsunamis, how they impact on the land, where the at risk regions are, and importantly, how to improve your chances of surviving one.
The UC Alumni Association stocks a wide variety of commemorative UC items that are ideal as gifts for Graduation or as a unique Christmas present. Visit the Alumni Office (Level 5, Registry) to view the full range. Items are also available for sale by mail order and at the Rotorua Convention Centre and Christchurch Town Hall during the December Graduation ceremonies. See www.canterbury.ac.nz/alumni/memorabilia for more information.
The following policies/procedures (pdf documents) have been reviewed and updated in the UC Policy Library:
Clubs & Groups on Campus Policy (New)
Refunds After Due Date Policy
Student Events on Campus Policy (New)
For other recent additions and reviews go the UC Policy Library Home Page and click on UPDATES in left side bar.
Check out the Vice-Chancellor’s Suite at Alumni House Bed and Breakfast - or maybe the Emeritus or Registrar’s suites are more your style. Alumni House offers UC alumni and staff a special 15% discount on their standard accommodation rates year-round. For more information see www.alumnihouse.co.nz. To see other UC Alumni Association member benefits visit www.canterbury.ac.nz/alumni/members/. Note: all graduates, former students and past and present staff are automatically members of the UC Alumni Association. For an Alumni Association membership card contact the Alumni Office on 364 2344 or alumni@canterbury.ac.nz.
7:30 pm, Saturday 8 December, Christchurch Town Hall
Get the best seats for the best price by ordering direct from the choir and save up to $3 on adult seats. Contact citychoir@xtra.co.nz or Betsy Arrington-Tsao (baa29@student.canterbury.ac.nz) no later than 29 November for more ticket information.
Calling all former University of Canterbury Rugby Football Club players, coaches, managers, committee members and supporters. The clubs 125th Anniversary is to be celebrated at Easter commencing Friday 21 March 2008 and full details including registration can be found at www.ucrfc.com.
9am, Tuesday 4 December, University Council Room, Registry
A university privacy seminar, facilitated by Kathryn Dalziel, will be held on Tuesday 4 December, 9am to 1pm (morning tea provided) in the Council Room, Level 6, Registry.
This is an opportunity for privacy officer representatives to be updated on the obligations of the University in working with the privacy legislation. Kathryn Dalziel is a key practitioner, working with the Privacy Commission on a regular basis.
This seminar is designed to build on your knowledge of the Privacy Act, using examples and case studies. It will cover:
It is recommended that each Department/School/Service Unit has at least one nominated Privacy Officer and that we are advised of changes. Other interested staff are welcome to attend.
Please RSVP to Kara Christie on ext 6496 or kara.christie@canterbury.ac.nz by Monday 26 November. Questions for Kathryn are also invited. Please submit any questions by the same date.
11am, Friday 30 November, College of Education, Dovedale Avenue
The UC Olympic Studies, School of Sciences and Physical Education, College of Education will be presenting the 4th Porritt Memorial Lecture.
The lecture serves to honour the memory of Lord Porritt, the 7th Iinternational Olympic Committee member accredited to New Zealand (1934–67). The lecture is an academic discussion of a topic related to Olympism and is promoted in conjunction with the New Zealand Olympic Academy. Dr Clive Pope (Waikato University) will speak on “Olympism: Sport at the service of people. Messages for physical educators and coaches”.
The lecture will be followed by the Second Olympic Studies Seminar at 1pm, in which there will be a critical analysis of the key points made in the Lecture. The discussion will be jointly chaired by Dr Clive Pope and Ian Culpan.
Afternoon tea will be served after the discussion at 2.30pm.
Please rsvp to the Conference Office by Thursday 22 November. For more information email olympicstudies@uco.canterbury.ac.nz or phone 364 2470 ext 4107.
12.15 pm, Monday 10 December
The 30th Annual Inter-departmental Fun Run and Walk is not a race — a five person team specifies the combined time it will take to complete the course and the winner is the team which finishes the course closest to their nominated time. Teams can complete the course as a group, or include runners, joggers and walkers combining their times.
The course can be completed within 40 minutes at a moderate walking pace and in less than 15 minutes for those who are runners. Some practice will help in establishing the team time and this is encouraged.
The event is designed as a fun event and everybody is encouraged to have a go. You can send an individual entry in if you wish and we will place you in a team where possible. Entries close on Friday 7 December. Maps and entry forms have been sent to all departments. However, if you missed out, there are extra copies available from reception at the Recreation Centre. Any enquiries can be directed to Grant on ext 8416 or grant.robertson@canterbury.ac.nz.
UC Design requires a minimum of five working days to complete a small to medium size job. If a shorter turnaround time is required you will be charged a 25% rush fee. The first day is measured at the time we receive all the information to complete the job, if this occurs after 12pm the first day will start on the next working day.
More time is required to complete larger jobs and if other clients’ jobs need to be bumped in order to complete your job then a fee will be charged; to insure that you do not incur a fee please consult with the UC Design team first.
In some cases, you might get your job in less than five working days depending on our workflow at the time. As long as no other clients’ jobs are bumped in order to complete your job, a fee will not be charged.
UC Design makes the upmost effort to ensure that all timelines are
met and practices the procedure of queuing jobs in the order they
are received. UC Design discourages ‘queue jumping’ and endeavours
to create a fair and equal environment in which all clients can receive
their work in a timely manner.
To contact the UC Design Team please email all new jobs to ucdesign@canterbury.ac.nz.
We will be running some mini-workshops (one hour) on creating short voice recordings to go on the internet.
Such recordings could be supporting material for courses, content summaries, role plays or material for use in quizzes. These may be as short as 3-5 minutes. We will be using Audacity (a free application for the PC) and will provide some technical help as well as tips with preparation of material for recording.
Times: arranged to suit before 14 of December. If you are interested, please contact derek.chirnside@canterbury.ac.nz.
10am-4pm, Sunday 25 November
Visit eight of the finest North Canterbury gardens in Ohoka and don’t miss the Festival at the school. Wet or Fine. Tickets $20 — numbers are limited, group bookings — buy 10 get one free.
For more info & to get your tickets contact Jackie Plimmer on ext 7561 or email jackie.plimmer@canterbury.ac.nz.
The Art of Canterbury, a stunning full-colour book of 200 pages profiling Canterbury artists and galleries, is due for publication in early December, and will make an ideal Christmas gift. Order your copy now by emailing admin@artscanterbury.org.nz, phoning the Arts Canterbury office at 379 9120, writing to Arts Canterbury Inc, PO Box 845 or by going to the Arts Canterbury office in the Old Chemistry at the Christchurch Arts Centre. The book's price is $34.95.
The humble lounge suite — backdrop to so much human drama — takes centre stage for this smorgasbord of one act plays that run the gamut of suspense, thriller, farce, romance and mystery. In four plays performed over two weeks (two plays per show), Elmwood Players will explore the veiled intent that lurks in the most innocent-seeming domestic scene — from harmless acts of subterfuge to behaviour bordering on the seriously psychotic.
Time: 7:30pm. Tickets: $15 per show or $20 combo for both shows; $12 tickets Tues/Wed. Venue: Elmwood Auditorium (31 Aikmans Road, Merivale, Christchurch). Bookings: phone 355 8874 or book online at www.elmwood-players.org.nz.
UC Christmas cards are now available for purchase through UC Print
and Copy on campus. There is a range of four new card designs available
- "Books", "Decorations", "Driftwood" and "Paua".
The designs do not have the year on them so any unused cards can
be kept for next year. The cards are blank inside to allow for you
to add a personalised greeting — printed with a minimum purchase
of 40 cards. Orders can be placed using the printed UC Print and
Copy order forms.
For more information view the Student
Recruitment and Development, contact UC Print and Copy
on ext 6908, or email printcopy@canterbury.ac.nz.
3-4 December
Professional and Executive Development are hosting two programming courses on FORTRAN and MPI, for users of the UCSC. All enquiries to Craig McAllister on ext 44010 or craig.mcallister@canterbury.ac.nz.
11am, Friday 7 December
Record your research more efficiently by learning to create and input records into an EndNote Library; create in-text citations and bibliographies in Word; import records from databases to EndNote and link full-text documents to EndNote. Book a class here.
7.30pm, Saturday 24 November, Corner of Old West Coast and Langdales Road
Mary Dunne and Davy Stuart: A hugely talented songwriter and singer, joined by multi-instrumentalist Davy Stuart. Concert tickets $20 includes light refreshments. Book at www.nutpointgallery.com or ph 342 1033.
19 and 21 December
Avoid parking hassles by taking advantage of the free graduation shuttle service running between the University, Arts Centre and Town Hall. Departs from Fine Arts Car Park and returns from Town Hall. Staff, graduands, friends and family are all welcome to use this service. For more details see www.canterbury.ac.nz/acad/graduation/shuttle or contact the Graduation Office.
16-18 January 2008, Dunedin
Those interested in advancing environmental education are invited to register for the biennial NZAEE Conference in Dunedin. Two international leaders in Education for Sustainability — Professor Bjarne Jensen from Denmark and Professor John Fien from Australia — will complement local keynote speakers and an array of workshops.
More information on the event can be found on the conference website. Registration can also be made online. An early registration discount is available until 8 December. For more information contact Pat Johnston.
The following positions are vacant. For more information please check out the Human Resources Web site at: vacancies.canterbury.ac.nz.
HOUSE in two flats, each with one bedroom. Each flat is sunny, fully insulated, has a heat pump and a carport. There is a shared laundry at the rear of the house wired up separately for each flat. The property is located on Idris Rd, on the bus route and walking distance to shopping and university. The front flat has a very large bedroom, a large living room and a private fully fenced garden. The rear flat is smaller but has an outdoor area. For the first time ever, both flats are coming vacant at once. Flat 1 $220pw and Flat 2 $180 pw. Please call Jennifer on 381 6552 or 021 217 1119 if interested.
RICCARTON, sunny, private, modernised character home. Completely serviced and one block from University. Suit visiting professional/academics. Refer our website www.homeawayfromhome.co.nz.
RICCARTON. Picton Ave. Three-year old, north-facing, superior apartment with sunny courtyard. Three large double bedrooms, two large bathrooms, Heat pump, wired for Telecom and Telstra, double garage with internal access, burglar alarm, quality fittings, partly furnished. Gardener and window cleaner included in rent. $420 per week. Inquiries to robyn.robinson@canterbury..ac.nz, or 351 9171 or 021 336904.
AVONHEAD. Sunny, two-storey, three bedroom spacious home in quiet tree-fringed seclusion. Available for 12 months from late March 2008. Car and garaging plus ample off-street parking available. Close to University. Walking distance to bus stop, 15 minutes from city centre. Suit a visiting academic on sabbatical or mature professional couple. Non-smokers. $400pw. For more information contact Lynn or Patsy on 358-4968, blackmanor@paradise.net.nz.
LYTTELTON. A modern, fully furnished hillside house with views over Lyttelton harbour, available from 3 February to 4 July, 2008. The house borders a nature reserve. Local primary school is a five-minute walk. Open-plan living area with modern kitchen, three double bedrooms, one bathroom and an additional toilet, a small office, and double garage. All modern cons, including broadband internet, heat pump, dishwasher, SKY TV. Child friendly, baby furniture available. For more info and pics refer www.sabbaticalhomes.com, ref. no. 32159. $400pw. evgeny.pavlov@canterbury.ac.nz, ph 328-7701, or ext 8526.
NEAR new sleepout in Hornby, with shower and toilet, available now. For more details please phone Nicola or Laura on 349 8207.
SUIT investors, retired or professionals. Sunny and spacious, modern two bedroom unit with internal access garage. Across the road from Riccarton Mall. Offers over $285,000 considered. Phone Sue on 343 1372 or 021 703185.
PAPANUI. All-in-one family home. Three double bedrooms, 14-year old. Substantially upgraded including new carpet, redecoration, new kitchen and bathroom facilities. Aluminium joinery. Gas hob, dishwasher, pantry. Fully insulated. Heatpump. Open plan kitchen and dining. Sunny private back section with paved and decked outdoor areas, easy care gardens. Single garage and a carport. Fully fenced. Easy walk to Northlands and other amenities. Open home Sundays, 1.30-2pm. For alternative times, call Azeen on ext 3104 or email azeen.tashakkor@canterbury.ac.nz. For photos, please visit www.trademe.co.nz.
UPPER RICCARTON. 53 English Street. Price reduced now $415,000. Sunny, spacious five bedroom family home, two living areas — one with log burner, double garage with work-shop. Private 1019sqm section. Close to Uni, Teachers College, Schools and Bush Inn shopping. Open home this Sunday or contact Barbara Ross on 0508 421 421, Century 21 Crest Realty Ltd, MREINZ.
SUNNY townhouse for immediate sale. The open plan kitchen and dining continues through to the lounge with bi-folds opening to the private front garden. Large bathroom with separate bath and shower. Three double bedrooms all with quality drapes. Separate laundry room. Internal access garage with an automatic opening door. Located close to the Hub and bus routes, 10 min drive to the university. Unit 1, 22 Awatea Road, Hornby/Wigram. Approx. $295k. See the Harcourt’s website www.harcourts.co.nz or contact sue.woodgate@canterbury.ac.nz.
PRIVATE and secure, fully renovated and sunny townhouse-style home. Large well-established backyard, open plan kitchen with adjoining living room, two bedrooms, bathroom with shower, sleepout/studio and single garage. Neutral decor throughout and insulated walls. Chattels includes heatpump, logburner and nightstore. Located 15 minutes walk to University and 5 minutes to College of Education. Perfect for couples or investment. Visit www.cowdy.co.nz, listing ID: 62249. Contact Darryl Henderson (Cowdy & Co) on 355 6555 or 0274 344 669.
NEED short-term, affordable accommodation in Christchurch? Ideal for visitors preferring to stay in a comfortable, spacious, tranquil, well-appointed, homely environment. Walking distance to supermarket, shops, parks, cafes and bus stop. Self-catering, fully serviced weekly. Email robyn.hutchison@xtra.co.nz or ph 021 150 1779 for availability and quote.
VISITING professor of law and wife seek an apartment or home near the university for rental or housesitting for about two weeks, from 14 January to the end of the month. We will be away from Christchurch for the first week or so of February, but also would be interested in anything available for a week or less, ending 14 February. Contact DH Kaye, k@post.harvard.edu.
SHORT-term accommodation required for World Croquet Championship competitors from late January until 11 February 2008. Fully-furnished house with two plus bedrooms required within 4km of Hagley Park. Good rates paid. Contact Jenny Williams: ext 7559, jenny.williams@canterbury.ac.nz, home: 385-5957.
HOUSE sitting or short term rental needed for retired professional Belgian couple visiting family in Christchurch in February 2008. Accommodation is needed from 21 February 2008, for about six weeks, in the Burnside, Feldalton or Ilam area. Please contact Suruj at ext 6549 or 364 2549 or email surujhdeo.seunarine@canterbury.ac.nz.
RETIRED couple seeking housing close to the University for the period of early February through the end of March. Both are non-smokers, have no pets and are happy to take on any gardening or house care as needed. Please contact travis.horton@canterbury.ac.nz or phone (03) 358 5539.
WANTED furnished family accomodation for visiting lecturer August 08 to April 09, cyclable distance from Uni and dog friendly. Please contact Mike or Lynda at m.j.bentley@durham.ac.uk or skubhie@fsmail.net.
AKAROA. Three-bedroom bach in Akaroa available for short-term rent
(two nights minimum). It is located a short walk from the shops
and cafés in the town centre, sleeps a maximum of 6 people (two
double beds and one bunk-bed) and has all amenities, including
a TV, DVD player and a log burner. Ideal for a relaxing weekend.
Contact Ph (03) 343 1058 or brockerhoff@slingshot.co.nz.
TO GO to good home(s), Kittens: eight weeks old, one boy and two girls. Contact Ainsley on ext 7010.
SUNBEAM frypan with glass and metal lid, $15. Large three burner barbeque with gas cylinder originally $1000, minor rust, $150. Burrelli clay pot, oche, 0.7m high x 0.4m wide, made by artisan $170. Double bed with mattress, and two new side cupboards, sheets, pillowcases and bedspread to match $200. Queen size mattress Sealy Postupedic Eton Plus $200 (available 4th December). Double bed mattress $30. Two drawer teak student desk .60m x 1.15m with draftsman leaf, excellent condition $120. Ryobi 35 cm blade electric chain saw $40. Three seat, two seat and two single seat medium tan colour genuine Italian leather lounge, leather on three seat worn, but otherwise excellent condition, $800. Campbell Hausfeld 2 HP compressor plus hose $60. Teak bookcase 1.8m long x 0.75m high and 0.32 wide $150. Teak bookcase 0.9m long x 0.75 m high and 0.32m wide $90. Contact Ken on 384-8160 or ken.marsh@canterbury.ac.nz.
SAAB 900S 1994, 95,000 km, WOF 1/08. Excellent condition. Available about 6th December. $4,500. Ph: 384-8160 or e-mail: ken.marsh@canterbury.ac.nz.
MITSUBISHI Mirage Asti Z 1996, Silver 2 door coupe - 75,600 km, $4,999.
Engine: 1460cc, Tiptronic. Registration and warrant expire May 2008.
The only reason I'm selling is that I am leaving the country. Interior is immaculate. Exterior has a small dent on the left side above the front tyre. Rear bumper bar has a few scratches. Phone Lynne on ext 4206 or email
lynne.parker@canterbury.ac.nz.
SUZUKI GSXR750R K7, $16,700 ono. This bike was purchased brand new in October 2007 and only has 2000 km on the clock. The bike is in excellent condition, as it is only a month old. The manufacturer's warranty is transferable and will run until October 2009. The first service has been completed and the next one will be at 6000km. It comes with a year's rego and warrant and is a bargain compared to what you would pay in a shop.
If you would like further information please contact Tracey on ext 44071 or email tracey.gaskin@canterbury.ac.nz.
Do you have an article,
conference paper or report that requires editing?
Contact Jane on (03) 329 9633 or j.robetson@paradise.net.nz.