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| 11.00 am | Chemistry PhD seminar. David Pearson on "Reversible photoregulation of enzyme binding to a functional surface". Room 531, Chemistry. |
| 5.00 pm | Music masterclass. Bozena Steinerova (Czech Republic) piano. Room 205, Music. |
| 5.30 pm | Psychology seminar. Dr Simone Grebner (Central Michigan University) on "Work-related stressors and resources: effects on well-being, health, and safety”. Room 252, Sociology Theatrette. |
| 1.10 pm | Civil and Natural Resources Engineering seminar. Professor
Eric Hildebrand (University of New Brunswick,
Canada) on "Road safety audits: lessons learned from
major Canadian projects". Room E446, Civil Engineering. |
| 3.10 pm | Economics seminar. Jeffrey Williamson (Harvard) on "Ancient inequality". Room 534, Commerce. |
| 3.30 pm | Chemical and Process Engineering seminar. Dr Paul Queneau (The Bear Group, Colorado, USA) on "Recent developments: specialty US metals recycling plants". Room E547, Mechanical Engineering. |
| 5.30 pm | Psychology seminar. Dr Vincent Fortunato (Boise State University) on "Presenting mind time: A model of individual differences in thinking style". Room 252, Sociology Theatrette. |
| 7.30 pm | Music international pianists series: Bozena Steinerova (Czech Republic) (piano), with Jan Tawroszewicz (violin) and Edith Salzmann (cello). Admission $15, $10, door sales available. Great Hall, The Arts Centre of Christchurch. |
| 11.00 am | Psychology seminar. Professor David Kenny (University of Connecticut) on "Are there individual differences in judgmental accuracy?". Room 002, Commerce. |
| Noon | |
| 1.00 pm | Law Faculty seminar series 2008. Mr John Page and Dr Ann Brower on "Scenic amenity, property rights, and implications for pastoral tenure in the South Island High Country, Staff Library, Level 5, Law. |
| 1.10 pm | Music lunchtime recital. Mary-Jane Malloch (saxophone), Iola Shelley (piano). Music by Milhaud, Piazzolla, Wiedoeft, Françaix, and Bedard. Room 205, Music. Admission $5, students free. |
| 1.10 pm | Macmillan Brown Centre for Pacific Studies seminar. Bruce
Harding on "The strikingly transgressive poetic of Tusiata
Avia: the spiralling, piratic voyaging of a wayward woman".
Room 208. |
| 3.10 pm | Mathematics and Statistics seminar. Tim Robinson (University of Wyoming) on "Illustrating the utility of a Bayesian Analysis for split-plot experiments with non-normal responses". Erskine (MSCS) Room 446. |
| 7.30 pm | Music evening recital. Great Hall Concert Series concert II. Il Raccolto Baroque ensemble, with Douglas Mews (harpsichord). Music from Naples and Venice. Great Hall, The Arts Centre. Admission $15, $10, students free. |
| 10.00 am | Sociology and Anthropology seminar series. Dr Rosemary Du Plessis, Professor David Thorns and Terry Austrin on "Scrutinizing public sociology". Room 252, Level 2, Link Block, Psychology, Sociology and Anthropology. |
| 11.00 am | Physics and Astronomy seminar. Professor Kurt Hoffman (Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA and Visiting Erskine Fellow) on "Optical characterization of sol-gel materials using rare earth impurities". Room 701, Rutherford Building. |
| 1.00 pm | History seminar. Chris Jones on "Eclipse of Empire? Perceptions of the Western Empire and its rulers in late-Medieval France". Room 311, History. |
| 2.10 pm | Electrical and Computer Engineering seminar. Steve Weddell on "Wavefront estimation using recurrent neural networks for image restoration". A309, Electrical and Computer Engineering. |
| 2.10 pm | National Centre for Research on Europe seminar. Kees Keizer on "The EU in Aceh: implementing peace". Coppertop. |
| 3.00 pm | Philosophy Research seminar. Professor Margaret Boden (Visiting Erskine Fellow) on "Authenticity and computer art". Room 612, History. |
| 3.10 pm | Economics seminar. Chia-Ying Chang (Victoria) on "The role of market frictions on innovative and imitative activities: A search-theoretical approach". Room 534, Commerce. |
| 3.15 pm | College of Education seminar. Associate Professor Brian Haig on "Improving the educational research methods curriculum". Wheki Room 203. |
| 3.00 pm | The NZ Town Hall Organists series. John Wells (Auckland). Music by Bach, Naji Hakim, Hollins, and Wells. Christchurch Town Hall. Admission Ticketek. |
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The University has set up a Tender Panel for contracts totalling $100,000 or more for the the term of each contract.
The new processes are effective immediately and were advised to Directors of Service Units and College Managers in previous meetings and endorsed by SMT.
The Tender Panel consists of:
Staff should familiarise themselves with the steps in the new process.
Staff needing to purchase goods or services that would result in the University committing to expenditure of $100,000 or more, either as one-off purchase or over the term of a contract are to follow the steps below.
Thank you to those who attended the Printer and MFD Demo Days last week. Your input is very valuable in helping us arrive at a decision for a preferred supplier for the University.
The winners of the competitions held at the Demo Days are:
Academic women are encouraged to apply to attend the 2008 "New Zealand Women in Leadership Programme in the Tertiary Education Sector".
This five day residential programme is to be held in Wellington from Monday 30 June-Friday 4 July.
We have been allocated two places on this programme. The nomination form is on the website.
Please contact Karen Mather Ext 8756 if you have any questions.
12.05-12.50pm, Thursday 6 or Friday 7 March — Garden steps (follow the gravel path past Cleaning Services, beside Okeover Stream, off Engineering Rd).
Would you like to learn more about the campus community garden, what's growing there, who's involved, etc? Come along to a garden introduction tour. For more info, see www.sustain.canterbury.ac.nz/comm_garden.
Level 7, Central Library, Phone 364 2591, email: careers@canterbury.ac.nz.
New drop in hours for 2008 — every day Monday–Friday 11am–1pm
Register now on CareerHub for
information about:
Employer Information Sessions — KPMG,
Thursday 6 March
See CareerHub for
further details, time and location etc and for employers with graduate
programmes advertised on CareerHub but who are not coming on campus.
Careers Fairs:
Seminars:
See CareerHub for further details.
From 7.30pm, Friday 29 February — The Christchurch Bridge Club, 21 Nova Place (off Barbadoes St).
Help support Volunteer Service Abroad’s (VSA) Canterbury volunteers making a difference in the developing world. Leap into a night of fun and laughter with Gary McCormick & Ginette McDonald (aka Lyn of Tawa). $30 per head. There will be a reasonably priced bar and snacks available on the night.
Tickets from Martin & Sheena Cox (VSA) 329 3237, Roger Banfield (VSA) 358 9636, Judy McPhillips (VSA) 960 2667 or Sue Edwards (Bridge Club) 366 1516; Email smpartnership@hotmail.com.
Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is a non-profit NGO. VSA was founded in 1962, the founding President being Sir Edmund Hillary. VSA provides skilled volunteer workers from New Zealand to developing countries in Asia, the Pacific and Africa.
If you would like to know more about VSA or think you may have something to offer as a volunteer, have a look at our site www.vsa.org.nz.
Trade Aid stores in Christchurch are looking for people to enter Trade Aid's 2008 Junk to Green Funk Art Auction. This is part of a 2008 Fair Trade Fortnight (3-18 May) art initiative to convert rubbish into a piece of art, be it a sculpture, fashion item, art installation and in the process raise the profile of environmental justice using Fair Trade Practices. For more information, please contact Helen Tulett via email Christchurch@tradeaid.org.nz or ph (03) 379 1982.
10am–2pm, Thursday 6 March — outside the Bookshop.
UC Opportunity (Bridging Programmes, ACE, Professional & Executive Development, International Programmes, Community Education) be holding a cakestall to raise funds for Oxfam and to support our University of Canterbury team (myucteam) do the 36 hour trailwalker event in Taupo.
Call by to buy yummy home-baking, jams, veges, plants etc. Contributions for the stall are welcomed. Please contact Claire.mcconchie@canterbury.ac.nz for further information.
2pm, Sunday 9 March — St John of God Chapel
$30 and $20 seniors/students. Proceeds
to prostate cancer research. Tickets
from Veronica Pyle ph 377 8281.
A new events site has been launched on the University website (www.canterbury.ac.nz/events). The site can also be accessed by clicking on "more events" at the bottom of the University homepage.
The database-driven site allows staff to search on a wide range of events from academic conferences and seminars through to concerts and exhibitions. A feature of the new site is an "add to calendar" button that allows users to save an event into their Microsoft Outlook calendar. The advantage of the system is that users can see in advance what is happening at the University on any given day. Staff are encouraged to check the database when organising events so as to avoid clashes.
In the next few weeks staff throughout the University will be able to enter events directly into the system. In the meantime, any entries for the events database should be sent to diary@canterbury.ac.nz.
5.30-7.30pm — The Wellington Club (88 The Terrace, Wellington)
Join fellow UC alumni for drinks and nibbles, with guest speaker Michael Green (MA, 1970), Deputy Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and former high commissioner to Fiji, who will speak on: "Lying abroad for one's country - reflections on a diplomatic life".
Tickets: $25 per person (partners welcome)
RSVP: by 12 March to the Alumni Office, ph 0800 UC ALUMNI (0800 822 586) or +64 3 364 2344, or email alumni@canterbury.ac.nz
For more information see www.canterbury.ac.nz/alumni/events/diary.shtml.
Organised by the Wellington Branch of the UC Alumni Association.
6-8pm — Trinity College, University of Melbourne (Royal Parade, Parkville)
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor Ian Town will host a cocktail reception for UC alumni living in Melbourne.
Entry: Complimentary
RSVP by 26 March to the Alumni Office, ph 0800 UC ALUMNI (0800 822 586) or +64 3 364 2344, email: alumni@canterbury.ac.nz.
The Art of Canterbury is a stunning full-colour book of nearly 200 pages profiling Canterbury artists and galleries. Published by Caxton Press just before Christmas, it was The Press’s "Book of the Week" when reviewed in January. Copies are available at the University Bookshop.
Rev Tom Innes, Senior Ecumenical Chaplain at UC, will be taking study leave from 25 February to 23 May 2008. Rev Glenda Hicks will serve as Ecumenical Chaplain for the three months he is absent. Glenda is Senior Ecumenical Chaplain at Lincoln University, a position she has held for six years now. She is an experienced Minister and an excellent Chaplain. Her email address will be glenda.hicks@canterbury.ac.nz.
Learn to manage your references and save time creating your bibliography
by using EndNote. Book
a class at the Library. If you have already
attended an EndNote class and have specific difficulties, please
contact your Information
Librarian for assistance.
25 March-4 April
The festival offers an incredible programme
featuring acclaimed international and New Zealand artists in
both ticketed and free events. UC's Jazz School take to the
stage to perform in their own bands and as backing musicians
for international Headliner acts. The popular Cavell Leitch
Law Jazz in the Halls series at the wonderfully atmospheric venue,
The Great Hall at The Arts Centre includes a varied line up of
jazz, blues, funk and gospel from USA, Australia and New Zealand.
Experience the world-class jazz in Christchurch – don’t miss
out on this fantastic opportunity. Go to www.jazzfestivalnz.com for
the full programme. Tickets through Ticketek. Ph 03 377 8899
or www.ticketek.co.nz.
8pm, Friday 29 February — 140 Barbadoes St, Christchurch Music Centre, Chapel (next to Catholic Cathedral)
Koha entry. For more details on Ariana's music www.myspace.com/arianatikao.
7.30pm, 15 March — The Atrium, Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
It’s time to circle 15 March in your diary for the Bids for Kids fundraising auction for the Graham Nuthall Classroom Research Trust. We promise an evening of fun, live music and good company. Tickets: $45.00
For further information, or to see the auction catalogue, visit the Trust’s website (www.nuthalltrust.org.nz).
We recommend that you organise a group of eight to share a table (good for plotting joint bids for group activities too). There is already a lot of interest, so be in quick as numbers of tables are strictly limited. You are also welcome to purchase individual tickets. To book tickets contact Michelle Clarke on 021 132 0603 or e-mail us (nuthall-trust@canterbury.ac.nz).
The following positions are vacant. For more information please check out the Human Resources Web site at: vacancies.canterbury.ac.nz.
AVONHEAD. Three bedroom house in quiet cul-de-sac within walking
distance of the University. Close to public transport, schools, shops.
Ph 358 5651.
CITY EAST. Three bedroom repainted unfurnished house, 25 minutes cycle to varsity, 10 minute drive; 8 minute walk to Square. North facing, with lounge, kitchen, 3 large bedrooms with built-in closets, office room, wash area, enclosed back yard with gate. Fridge, stove, wash machine, nightstore heat and hot water; large storage shed. Kitchen table and chairs, otherwise unfurnished. Would suit responsible tidy tenants. $315pw, lease through 4 January 2009 renewable. Between Fitzgerald Avenue and Stanmore Road. Email F.Lad@math.canterbury.ac.nz phone (03)365 1789.
COMPLETELY FURNISHED modernised classic villa, open plan with skylights, equivalent two bedroom, quarter acre section with huge back garden area. Available 13 June through 29 July. Bicycles; stocked wood burner for heat; fridge and stove, wash machine. Would suit visiting academic family. Between Fitzgerald Avenue and Stanmore Road. $450pw includes firewood; electricity and phone separate. Email F.Lad@math.canterbury.ac.nz, phone (03)365 1789.
FENDALTON. Small two-bedroom house for rent, unfurnished. Single
garage. Contact Kaye ext 6914 from Monday 4 March 08 or email kaye.godfrey@canterbury.ac.nz.
SUNNY, warm, four bedroom home. Furnished, immaculate home to rent in quiet cul de sac in Papanui. Available June to August 2008. Walking distance to Northlands Mall, parks, High Schools and bus routes. Buses direct to city and to the university - 15-minute ride. $400pw. Email Chris chrismgs@gmail.com. For further information see www.homeexchange.com (ID no. 71307).
TAI TAPU/Lincoln. Fully furnished four bedroom, available
6 July 2008 -3 October 2008. Spacious living room, large farmhouse
kitchen and dining area, playroom. Master bedroom with ensuite. Under
floor heating and log burner, double garage. Twenty five minutes
from the University in beautiful countryside. Large garden, kids
playground and paddocks surround house, can arrange for someone else
to mow lawn etc at additional cost. Ideal for sabbatical or other
academic visitors, particularly those with families. $400pw plus
electricity and phone. Contact Nic 325 5852.
BURNSIDE three bedrooms, furnished, 9 April-6 September. Quiet crescent, sunny, double garage. Five minutes drive from University. Live-in cat, easycare lawn and garden. $280pw. Non-smoking. Contact Dee after 24 February, ph 358 7945 or email d.woods@clear.net.nz.
ACADEMIC visitor accommodation, Hamilton
Avenue. Fully furnished two bedroom single level ownership flat
(apartment), within easy walking distance of UC campus & shops,
avail. during period late May to early August 2008. Please ph/text
+64 217 72112 with your email for details.
PROFESSIONAL Christian couple available to housesit until early June 08. Please ph Warren on 027 205 0304 or email wjud@xtra.co.nz.
TWO rooms available to share with a 30 year old male outdoorsy electrical engineer in a nice modern house in Bishopdale/ Harewood. Suit 2 singles or one single plus one couple. Quiet, nice lawn + garden, double garage and parking, dishwasher, ensuite, wifi, fully fenced, BYO cat(s). Available from March 29, possibly earlier. Double room is $140. Massive upstairs double room with double walk-in wardrobe and ensuite is $170 for a single or $100 each for a couple plus expenses. Email eatmyshorts.eatmyshorts@gmail.com or phone 021 298 2973 anytime or (03)359 1978 evenings.
RENTAL housing required for accademic and wife whilst on sabbatical leave in Christchurch January-May 2009. Email sessionsl@wlu.edu.
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. Call Azeen on ext 3104 or email azeen.tashakkor@canterbury.ac.nz. For photos www.homesell.co.nz (ID 6815).
FABULOUS two bedroom unit for sale, near AMI Stadium, superbly maintained. For more details please view our TradeMe listing www.trademe.co.nz or contact me on 021 266 0126 or sue.woodgate@canterbury.ac.nz.
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 six 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. Ph (03) 343 1058 or brockerhoff@slingshot.co.nz for more information and photos.
Do you have an article, conference paper or report that requires editing? Contact Jane (03)329 9633 or j.robertson@paradise.net.nz.
Do your trees require attention? Arborist and current law student
can complete these services for you: thinning, crown reductions,
shaping, canopy lifts, felling, etc. Special university rate applies.
Phone David on 021 646 456 or email das134@student.canterbury.ac.nz.
PLEASE support me as I participate in the Cancer Society Relay For Life at QEII Park from midday Saturday 1 March to midday Sunday 2 March. Relay For Life is a overnight team event that raises funds for the Cancer Society of New Zealand. Funds raised go directly towards research, prevention and early detection and support services carried out by the Cancer Society of New Zealand. Funds raised in Christchurch will be used in Canterbury. Please come down and give us some moral support anytime during relay weekend. The Candle Light Ceremony is a beautiful and poignant highlight of the event, and is held at dusk. Please contact me on ext 6774 or email elaine.jensen@canterbury.ac.nz.
BROTHER 4750 Fax for sale. Unsure of exact age but at least 7 years old, however still works well. Last used by International Office only 2 years ago, this model is ideal for small businesses. Toner is still OK. Yours for $20. Please contact craig.thomson@canterbury.ac.nz.
THREE/four seater couch. Approximately 10 years old but not a lot of use and still in good condition with no apparent wear or damage. Very comfortable and springs, cushions etc all in good order. Darkish tartan pattern. $50 roger.buckton@canterbury.ac.nz or 021 062 0642.
TELEVISION. 21 inch colour transonic television with
remote and instruction manual, model TC-21E20S, $85 only. Guarantee
valid till 26 December (two years from the date of purchase).
Excellent condition. Ph Gyanendra 980 3090, 021 211 842 or email
regmig@yahoo.com.
RELAX with a massage – you deserve it. Extended hours – we now
have a therapists available most weekday evenings and on Saturday
mornings. Call us at the UC RecCentre on extn 2433 or visit our
website www.phed.canterbury.ac.nz for
more details.