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| 6.30 pm | Gateway Antarctica and the US National Science Foundation Summer Science Lecture Series. Dr Susan Solomon (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Working Group One co-chair) on "A World of Change: Climate Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow". A3. |
| 11.00 am | Chemistry seminar. Professor Arminde Meijere (Institut für Organische und Biomolekulare ChemieGeorg-August-Universität Göttingen, Germany) on "From simple cyclopropane derivatives to potent biologically active compounds". Room 531. |
To locate a seminar room or car-park download a University of Canterbury campus map.
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Feedback deadline 18 January 2008
The Ministry of Resesearch, Science and Technology (MoRST) has been working with the research, science and technology (RS&T) sector to identify the critical components that need to be present in the workforce if we are to continue to improve our RS&T performance.
They have designed an "advanced skills" framework to capture these findings. This includes key issues relating to:
The Advanced Skills Action Plan discussion document includes eleven options to provide additional or different support for the development of advanced skills.
MoRST are seeking feedback from sector stakeholders and government agencies on which of the options are likely to be the most effective and how they might best be implemented.
They will use this feedback to develop an Advanced Skills Action Plan for RS&T. This action plan will identify practical actions for government and the sector to support our ability to attract, develop and retain top-performing people.
The implementation of this action plan will support the objectives of the Skill New Zealand Strategy, a tripartite initiative with union and business involvement, coordinated by the Department of Labour.
To provide feedback read An Advanced Skills Action Plan discussion document then send MoRST your views online. Individual responses should be made on the individual response form. Responses should be made by 18 January 2008.
Supporting information is available at:
The new hours are: Commencing 3 January 2008, 8am-5pm weekdays at the IT Helpdesk.
From 11 February 2008 an additional IT staff member will be based at the Central Library Lending Desk for phone and counter enquiries during the following hours:
Term time 5 - 10pm Monday Thursday, 5 - 6pm Fridays.
Summer period 5 - 9pm Monday Thursday.
There will still be an after hours weekend service for system faults only, from 6 9pm Fridays and 8am - 9pm Saturday and Sunday. A minor adjustment will be made to have after-hours services in summer time on Fridays from 5pm. After hours support will still be available on University and Public holidays excluding the ones stated below.
No support is provided on the following days considered as New Zealand public holidays:
Easter Friday, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, 1 January (New Years Day) and 2 January.
The IT Helpdesk is your first point of contact for all ICT services.
Phone Ext 6060 or 364 2060 from off campus. Email ithelpdesk@canterbury.ac.nz.
International Student Support (ISS) offers sessions on inter-cultural communication and culture specific topics intended to assist staff in working effectively with international students. For information on upcoming sessions go to the SRDU intranet site.
The first seminar of the year, on Middle Eastern culture and Islam, will be held in A2, 10.30am-12noon, on 22 January. Mohammad Zeidan, International Student Advisor and post-graduate student in medical physics at UC, will take the seminar.
Level 7, Central Library, phone 364-2591, email careers@canterbury.ac.nz.
New Drop in hours for 2008: Daily drop-in times, Monday to Friday, 11am-1pm. Individual career counselling appointments also available.
As a result of a recent review by the Foundation for Research, Science and Technology (FRST), the University of Canterbury has received a further budget allocation to our overarching TechNet 07/08 Scheme contract. This essentially means we have more funds for distribution under this scheme. To maintain this level of funding for future years, we would like to see staff maximising the use of these funds as much as possible.
We would like to call for expressions of interest from anyone who is keen to utilise this source of funding. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact John Duncan, ext 7849 john.duncan@canterbury.ac.nz.
The Technet 2007/2008 scheme enables experts in Crown Research Institutes (CRIs), universities and research organisations to work with companies that are in need of advice to solve technical problems that are impeding innovation and future growth.
The scheme provides a maximum of $5000 (incl GST) for eligible projects. Funding does not require co-funding for eligible projects. Funding for TechNet is available for companies with a turnover under $50 million per annum and registered for GST, and can be used just once for each technical problem intended to be used strategically (ideally contact with the expert leads to an ongoing working relationship and future innovation within the company).
TechNet funding can be used to support any of the following activities:
Have you (or do you know of someone who has) moved to New Zealand in the past 18 months? Associate Professor Lucy Johnston and PhD student Sanna Malinen are currently conducting a study investigating attitudes to work and leisure by (full-time) employees who have recently moved to New Zealand. Participation involves the completion of a short questionnaire (<15 minutes) and in return participants are entered into a prize draw to win one of three $100 gift vouchers.
If you are interested in participating in the study contact Sanna Malinen either via e-mail (sanna.malinen@pg.canterbury.ac.nz) or telephone (03 366 7001 ext 4125).
For more information visit www.uco.canterbury.ac.nz/international/ or contact martina.rangihuna@canterbury.ac.nz, ext 8246. Enrolment brochures can be posted out to you. UC staff members and students will receive a discount on fees.
Historic Devon and Cornwall, 16 June - 6 July 2008: Step back in time to experience Southwest England’s diverse history and culture explored during this 21-day tour, led by Frieda Looser. Enrolments close in April.
Beat the price rise and pay only $129 for a one year membership at the UC RecCentre. Gain full access to the fitness centre and group fitness classes. For more information about membership, services and facilities contact the RecCentre reception. This offer expires on 31 January 2008. You will need to bring your UC card at the time of joining.
Places may still be available in the first staff yoga class of 2008, being run by the UC RecCentre. The first course runs for eight weeks, held each Thursday from 5.15pm in Commerce 110. The last class is on 28 February. Classes are restricted to 15 people. The full course is $40 for non-RecCentre members, $24 for members. You will need your UC card to enrol.
Qualified and experienced massage therapists are available now, at very reasonable rates. From as little as $25 you can take some time out and enjoy a little time for you. See the website for our competitive rates.
21 January (22 January if weather is bad), 4.15pm - Scenic Circle Hotels Tennis Centre, Wilding Park, Woodham Rd.
Five matches will be played over three hours between SunSmart Canterbury and New South Wales. Admission $5 for adults and $2 for children.
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.
Corner of Old West Coast and Langdales Road - 7.30pm, Thursday 17 January — Jon Sander, Eoin Duignan. Original and traditional music. From Co. Kerry, Ireland.
Concert tickets are $20 and include entry to the art exhibition showing at the gallery, plus coffee/tea and muffin during concert intermission.
Ticket reservations www.nutpointgallery.com,
phone (03) 342 1033.
The following positions are vacant. For more information please check out the Human Resources Web site at: vacancies.canterbury.ac.nz.
CITY Centre. Fully-furnished flat on a quiet street just outside the central business district. Easy walking to shops, cafes, square, parks, etc. Master bedroom with queen size bed, second smaller bedroom/office w/out bed. Full kitchen and living area with sofa, dining table, chairs, etc. Easy drive or bike ride to University or beach. Lovely spot with lots of character and charm. $280pw. Available from 1 March to 31 December 2008. Phone 366-8581 or email elijah.vanhouten@canterbury.ac.nz.
CASHMERE Hills. 17a Cracroft Tce. The fully-furnished two-storey house has four bedrooms, one bathroom, a wood burner and heat pump. Great indoor/outdoor living with plenty of privacy. Available from 20 April 2008 to 10 July 2008, and from 1 October 2008 to 10 January 2009 (the period from 20 April to 10 January may be negotiable). $420pw. Phone 331-7045, 364-2987 ext 7723, or email uwe.ring@canterbury.ac.nz.
FULLY-furnished Merivale home available for long-term rental (preferably from mid/late February for nine months to a year, or by negotiation for an earlier/later date). Located on a quiet tree-lined street near Hagley Park, private schools and in the Boys' and Girls' High School zones. There are three to four bedrooms with the master bedroom having an ensuite. There is also a separate bathroom facility, livingroom, diningroom, kitchen with a large pantry/laundry room and a family room (or fourth bedroom). Garage and on-site parking available. Lawn maintenance arranged and included in rent of $525pw. For further information contact Roberta Conway on 355-4806 or email wheresroberta@hotmail.com.
PARTIALLY furnished character house in Riccarton. Two bedrooms with three living areas. The rooms are large and spacious with all amenities and sheltered sunny garden and patio area outside. Large lock-up garage with off-street parking for several cars. Sports centre and bus stop almost at the door. Mall and University within walking distance or catch a bus. POA by negotiation depending on length of stay. Contact Doris Church on 348-5253, 0274 340 166 or email doris.church@gmail.com.
SUPERIOR three storey townhouse,
10 minutes walk from the city centre. Three large double bedrooms,
large living area and very spacious double garage. Fully furnished.
Small outdoor area for entertaining, minimal gardening. Available
from 26 February 2008. For further details contact Pam at pam.tibble@canterbury.ac.nz.
THREE-bedroom unit five minutes walk from campus in Totara St. Recently redecorated with remodelled kitchen and bathroom. Two WC. Permanent materials, easy care section. $329,000. Phone Kevin on 027 201 7793 or email kevin.mcmanus@canterbury.ac.nz.
MERIVALE/Papanui. Permanent material, roomy open-plan two bedroom townhouse. Private small courtyard and internal access garage. Private in a tree-lined street. Offers over $250,000. Contact Judith on 338-8648 or email jmoorepiping@paradise.net.nz.
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.
CASHMERE flat/Cracroft. Bordering Cashmere Stream with expansive view of Cashmere Valley and Port Hills, nearby rural reserves, private and peaceful. Only 10 minutes to city; on metro & orbitor bus routes; zoned for Cashmere High School. Three bedrooms, recently painted. Double garaging with off-street parking plus tool shed. Offers over $435,000. For photos visit Trademe ref.#129031766. Inspection by appointment. Ring Greg/Louise on 027 247 8797 or (03) 3384 906 or email alison.morton@canterbury.ac.nz. (Long-term rent possible).
RESPONSIBLE couple visiting from overseas seeks housesitting from 25 January to the end of February. Experts in animal care. Phone 348-7928.
COMING to UC on sabbatical September 1 - 31 December 2008. Looking for house to rent (for two people) near campus for all or portion of period. Will also consider house swap (in Nashville, TN, USA, near Vanderbilt University) for all or portion of period. Contact yoderpj@comcast.net or call (011) 615 269 8316.
SHORT term accommodation required. Visiting Erskine and spouse need a one or two bedroom house for the month of March 2008. Please contact charles.fleischmann@canterbury.ac.nz.
ALUMNI House. Do you ever have visitors who need accomodation? Alumni House specialises in a personalised apprach to quality accomodation for visitors to Christchurch and Canterbury University. A 15 per cent discount applies to all University-related bookings. Visit our website and bookmark for future reference.
RAFFLE tickets. $2 each. A fundraiser for the Clare Francis Charitable Trust to support the restoration of the heritage house where a library of Italian books will be housed. Raffle drawn 23 February with 20 winners drawn. Email daniela.bagozzi@canterbury.ac.nz for more details and the prize list.
CHEST freezer $180; fridge $150; small bar fridge $50; microwave $80; stove $50; kitchen cupboards (set of four, wall hung) $25; set of four drawers with three cupboards plus cream formica bench, 180cm long, $60; formica bench with sink, 223cm long, $45. Offers considered on all items. Email jan.cameron@canterbury.ac.nz or text 027 204 8044.
RETIRED teacher available to work with children and young people of all ages helping with English and editing university work. Can also help young people with reading, maths and writing skills. References and qualifications available on request. Contact Doris on 348-5253.
RETIRED teacher with references would like regular babysitting in the northwest area (Avonhead, Papanui, Fendalton, Ilam) or close by. Very experienced with children of all ages including babies. Call Doris on 348-5253.
RETIRED teacher would like regular work looking after children of all ages afer school in the Ilam area, or close by. References available. Contact Doris on 348-5253.