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| 11:00 am | Chemistry seminar. Sam
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attachment of nanoscale films to carbon surfaces. |
| 2:00 pm | Linguistics seminar. Laura Dimock (Victoria University Wellington) on Linguistic fieldwork in Vanuatu: a PhD adventure. |
| 5.30 pm | Institutute of International Affairs seminar. Dr Chris Gallavin on "The International Criminal Court - trials and tribulations". Finishes 7pm. Upstairs Dining Room, University Staff Club, 87 Ilam Road. |
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Survey closes 5 May 2008.
If you currently use or are interested in using a wiki at UC please
take a few minutes to fill in this survey survey.it.canterbury.ac.nz.
Wikipedia defines a wiki as "software that allows users to collaboratively
create, edit, link, and organize the content of a website, usually
for reference material. Wikis are often used to create collaborative
websites and to power community websites". The full wikipedia
reference can be seen at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki.
This survey aims to find out what uses are currently made of wikis at UC, if there is a demand for new wikis and to see if there is a need for a university wide infrastructure for wiki software. It is being run by the Wiki Working Group, a subcommittee of ITAC, the University's Information Technology Advisory Committee.
Thank you for your participation, Anne Scott (Library). Wiki Working Group Chair
Following extensive consultation and evaluation over the last six months, the Learning Management System (LMS) Review is now moving to begin a trial of Moodle, the system selected as a possible alternative to Blackboard for the University's single supported LMS.
The trial will take place with courses taught over the Second Semester.
We are now calling for nominations and expressions of interest for
20-30 courses to take part in the trial. We will compile a portfolio
of courses which represent a range of different types of courses
and subjects.
UCTL will provide assistance and advice in conversion and setup of courses in the time up to the start of Semester 2, and provide support during the semester.
To apply, please contact Emma de Lacey, emma.delacey@canterbury.ac.nz, ext 6165.
A smaller but parallel trial will take place with some College of Education lecturers developing courses on Blackboard. If you are interested, please contact Emma.
Background to the LMS Review is available at http://studentnet.canterbury.ac.nz/lmsreview. A progress report will be published in the next two weeks.
1-2pm, Wednesday 23 April — UCTL’s seminar room 427, Level 4
Law
In 2007 staff from UCTL identified and interviewed ten colleagues from a range of departments across the University in order to explore those factors which led their peers to recognise their good practice in teaching; learning, and/or e-learning. The results of this work are now available in a booklet and multimedia CD ROM which offer insights and tips into colleagues’ teaching practice and preparation.
UCTL will be hosting a short event at which colleagues will hear from and meet some of the contributors to this work. Copies of the booklet and multimedia CD ROM will be also be made available free of charge at this event.
All UC staff are welcome to attend with some restrictions on places. Please RSVP to linda.bowman@canterbury.ac.nz.
Refreshments available from 12.45 pm.
ICT Services News is available online at www.icts.canterbury.ac.nz/
To subscribe to the newsletter, please go to: www.icts.canterbury.ac.nz/forms/newsletter_request.
Thousands of historic photographs from the Library’s archival collections are now available online via digital library. Covering over a one hundred year period users can browse this fantastic collection via the Library's unique resources page. The collections currently available include the A. C. Graham collection of West Coast photographs dating from the 1800s, a photographic collection recording over 100 years of the history of the Canterbury Frozen Meat Company and Pacific photographs gathered by John Macmillan Brown in the early 20th century. These collections are just the beginning. The Library has plans to digitize many thousands of additional images which will be available via digital library as soon as they are ready.
E-mail macbrown@libr.canterbury.ac.nz if you have any queries or comments.
Do you feel a bit nervous cycling on city roads? Would you like to brush up on your cycling skills? A series of workshops about cycle safety and bike handling skills are being offered to UC staff and students to help give you more confidence biking in the city. Experienced local cycle educator Helena Parsons will be the tutor. These workshops are sponsored by UC, so are available to you for only $5 for both workshops.
A one-hour theory workshop will cover such issues as legal requirements for bicycles, appropriate safety equipment and correct fitting, basic bicycle set up, and commuting safety issues and hazards. This will be followed by a two-hour, on-road practical workshop that will address common commuter cycling issues such as passing parked or slower moving vehicles, multilane roads, turning right in busy traffic, etc.
Workshop dates:
Workshop 1 (60 mins): Wed 7 May, 12-1pm or 5-6pm Workshop 2 (120
mins): Thu 8 May, 12-2pm or 4-6pm.
For more information and to register, visit www.sustain.canterbury.ac.nz/transport/bikeskills.shtml.
Staff Yoga. A new 8 week courses commencing soon. $40 for non-members and $24 for members of the UCRecCentre. Two courses available — Wednesdays in the Dance Studio (GYM103), College of Education, Dovedale Ave from 4.45–5.45pm or Thursdays 5.15–6.15pm in the Coppertop, Commerce Building. Both classes are suitable for any level, on experience necessary, and are limited in numbers. Courses commence Wednesday 30 April and Thursday 1st May respectively. Enrolments can only be taken in person, at the UCRecCentre and you must bring your Staff ID. For further information, please feel free to contact kat.henderson@canterbury.ac.nz or extn 6516.
Jumpstart is back. Register now for our free four week health & wellness programme, commencing Tuesday 29th April. Do you want to know what healthy eating and exercise really means? Do you want to do it all safely with a guided programme and support from UCRecCentre staff? You don’t need to be a member of the UCRecCentre, just a UC Staff Member. For more information, see http://www.phed.canterbury.ac.nz/ or contact kat.henderson@canterbury.ac.nz on extn 6516. Limited to the first 20 participants.
Level 7, Central Library, Phone 364 2591, email careers@canterbury.ac.nz.
New drop in hours for 2008. Everyday Monday–Friday 11am–1pm
Register now on CareerHub for
information about:
Seminars:
See Career Hub for further details.
Learn to manage your references and save time creating your bibliography
by using EndNote.
If you have already attended an EndNote class and have specific difficulties, please contact your Information Librarian for assistance.
Book a class at the Library.
Research & Consultancy Deadline: 23 April 2008
Fulbright New Zealand and Creative New Zealand invite applications for the 2008 Fulbright Creative New Zealand Pacific Writers’ Residency, an award which offers a New Zealand writer the opportunity to work for three months on a creative writing project exploring Pacific identity, culture or history at the University of Hawai'i.
Valued at NZ$30,000, the residency includes return airfares to Hawai'i, accommodation costs and an artist stipend. It is open to writers across all genres, including playwrights, fiction and non-fiction writers, poets and screen writers. Previous recipients have been filmmaker Sima Urale, performance poet Tusiata Avia, playwright Victor Rodger and children’s author Sarona Aiono-Iosefa.
8-9am, Wednesday 30 April — CopperTop Commerce Building Breakfast
will be provided so please RSVP
Our Guest Speaker Police Constable Bill Timms on "Security and Safety on Campus".
Bill has over 22 years servicing on the NZ Police Force in Christchurch.
Last year he was appointed to the role of University Constable. Come
along for breakfast and an informal chat with our local police
officer and find out what is happening on your campus. Are you
practicing safe habits at work?
If you would like to attend RSVP to Sharon King at sharon.king@canterbury.ac.nz or ext 7897 by Monday, 28 April. This is required for catering.
If you would like to join CoPA go to www.intranet.canterbury.ac.nz/copa. If you are not an administrative staff member but would like to attend this meeting as a guest you are most welcome. RSVP as above.
3pm, Sunday, 20 April — The Chapel, Music Centre of Christchurch, 140 Barbadoes Street
Patrick Shepherd will be conducting and featuring Finzi, Prelude; Grieg, Two Melodies Op.53 (Norwegian "The Goal" and The First Meeting; Ridout, Concertino for horn and strings; J. Ritchie, Aquarius: Suite No. 2 for string orchestra; Boyce, Symphony no. 1 in B flat major and Meldelssohn string symphony.
Tickets at the door $10 ($5 students).
7.30pm, Saturday 26 April — Corner of Old West Coast
and Langdales Road
(15 minutes drive from UC)
String Quartets From the University of Canterbury and The Pettman Junior Academy of Music performs a variety of music from the classical repertoire.
Concert Tickets $20 Includes light refreshments. Book at www.nutpointgallery.com or
phone 342 1033.
Communications and Development is co-ordinating a bulk order of copies of the weekly education newspaper Education Review. The bulk subscription is considerably cheaper than an individual subscription. If you would like to receive a copy through the bulk system, distributed from Communications and Development, please michele.downer@canterbury.ac.nz. The subscriptions through bulk order will be renewed from mid-April.
International Programmes, UCO, are proposing to offer
a trip of a life time to the coldest, driest, windiest continent
on the earth – Antarctica. We are seeking your opinions, feedback
and expressions of interest for such a trip.
Tentatively, we would like to see this study tour comprise of a lecture
series before a 2 week trip via South America to the ice.
The study component would be in the form of a specialised dvd, personalised
for this particular study tour by experts over in Gateway
Antarctica here at UC. The DVD would allow participants to study
at their own pace, at home, whenever suits. It would be recommended
that study commences 3 months prior to the sailing.
The tour to the ice itself would be on board, sailing from South
America for 10 days. On board the learning will continue with experts
in their field sharing stories and holding lectures and discussions.
The sailing is proposed for late (Nov–Dec) 09.
To comment or give feedback, suggest or express your interest, contact
Martina at martina.rangihuna@canterbury.ac.nz.
Deadline 24 April 2008
Fulbright New Zealand and Cognition Education Research Trust (CERT) invite applications for the new Fulbright-CERT Scholar Award in Education Research. Valued at up to US$20,000 plus travel expenses and insurance, the award is for a New Zealand scholar in the field of education to pursue research in the US for three to five months.
The award will be made to an emerging or established researcher with an active research interest in the broader schooling sector who wishes to estabish key relationships with credible education researchers or research organisations in the US and to collect, collate, analyse and use data available in the US for a research project designed to have an impact on New Zealand schooling and student achievement.
For further information contact your Research and Consultancy consultant.
New legislation for KiwiSaver has been passed. Here are the most important points that employees need to know:
For more information about KiwiSaver and the recent amendments to the legislation, please visit the www.ird.govt.nz or www.kiwisaver.govt.nz sites. For more information about the University Superannuation Scheme please visit http://www.intranet.canterbury.ac.nz/hr/super/index.shtml.
Purchase a 2008/2009 Entertainment Book to receive $10,000 to $15,000 in valuable offers, valid through 1 June 2009. At the same time, you'll be raising money for the Alumni Association's Student Scholarship Fund. The Entertainment Book is your guide to the best restaurants, hotel accommodation, attractions, sports and leisure activities, all with 25%-50% off or 2-for-1 offers. Great for personal or corporate use, Entertainment Books also make wonderful gifts.
The Entertainment Books will be available from 17 May, but the Christchurch edition is expected to sell out fast, so confirm your order as soon as possible. See www.canterbury.ac.nz/alumni/members/#entertainmentbookn for more information or contact the Alumni Office, ph 0800 UC ALUMNI (0800 822 586) or 364 2344, email alumni@canterbury.ac.nz.
Mondays, 1.10-1.50pm; Fridays 12.10-12.50pm — until Friday 25 April
Mondays 1.10-1.50pm and now Wednesdays 12.10–12.50pm from Monday 28 April (Term 2).
"Release" is a group exercise class that tones and stretches your body, and rejuvenates you for the afternoon. Twenty minutes of large muscle group exercises to strengthen the body and 20mins of pilates/yoga based exercises stretch the body and relax the mind. No registration required. This is part of our Group Fitness programme. Free to members of the UC RecCentre and only $5 if not a member. Please bring your membership card to show the instructor. Held in the Dance Studio, (Gym103) at the College of Education, Dovedale Ave. Please contact kat.henderson@canterbury.ac.nz or phone ext 6516 for more details.
Research & Consultancy Deadline: 24 April 2008
Fulbright New Zealand invites applications for the US government's most prestigious and valuable education scholarships - the International Fulbright Science & Technology Awards. Valued at over NZ$350,000 each, the awards are for promising graduate students to undertake fully funded PhD study at top American universities in fields of science, technology or engineering.
Approximately 40 awards are offered each year to graduate students from around the world who demonstrate unique aptitude and innovation in scientific fields, leadership potential and the ability to be a cultural ambassador for their country. Candidates are nominated by their home country's Fulbright commission and selected by rigorous international competition.
Contact Research
and Consultancy for further information. www.fulbright.org.nz.
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The following positions are vacant. For more information please check out the Human Resources Web site at: vacancies.canterbury.ac.nz.s
LYNDON Street, Riccarton close to the Mall. Four year old three-bedroom unit; single garage with internal access plus off street parking. Modern kitchen and bathroom, newly carpeted living room opening on to north-facing courtyard. Very private. Suit two/three adults. $310 pw. Phone Philippa Greenman (03) 364 2526 or (03) 351 2626.
MATURE person(s) required, suit visiting academic. Two bedroom town house in Avonhead. Furnished, linen, crockery etc. Within walking distance of University. Available from 21 April. Phone Les (03) 359 9170 or reply dianedixon@snap.net.nz.
RICCARTON/Hagley. Three bedroom quality townhouse, double garage, fully featured. $360 per week. Professional couple preferred. Please phone (03) 343 2212 or 027 2212 678.
COMFORTABLE furnished house for one person ($125) or couple ($175) per week plus power and phone for minimum period end of May to end of August. Close to University and buses. No smokers or pets. Phone Margaret (03) 351 8392.
AVONHEAD. Sunny, warm, very tidy, comfortable, furnished (or unfurnished if required) three-bedroom family home available in quiet street. Mature, easy care garden with a charming courtyard. Three large bedrooms, 2 toilets, open plan kitchen/dinning, gas fire, DVS system, large laundry, 2 car garage with off-street parking. Close to Merrin School, College of Education, University, Avonhead mall, shops and bus stops. Ideal for visiting academics. Short or long term. Available now. No smokers. Rent $380pw (inclusive local phonecall & gas-cylinder rental). Email sunny.hu@canterbury.ac.nz, or call Sunny on 021-205-0106. Extn 7416.
SUMNER. Three bedroom heritage house overlooking Clifton Beach,
wonderful views, recently renovated, new carpet and lino, some stained
wood floors, whiteware, heatpump and some other furniture. Suit professional
couple. $340pw, no pets, no smokers. Available now. S.diana@xtra.co.nz,
or 021 471 989.
ST MARTINS/MURRAY AYNSLEY. Sunny, modernised, fully-furnished and equipped home on elevated section available 27 May-3 September 2008. Three double bedrooms, one with en-suite. Gas heating. Very sheltered section. Half a double garage available, and room for one or two more vehicles on the section. Lawns and garden will be cared for by a contractor. Rent $300 per week including telephone (local calls only) plus electricity and gas. Email RobertsonA@xtra.co.nz, or phone (03) 331 8205.
THREE bedroom fully furnished sunny house, close to University (easy
walk). Recently decorated with modern kitchen and bathroom. Dishwasher,
automatic laundry, heat pump, night store heaters and TV. Double
garage. Maintained garden fully fenced. $400pw plus power and phone.
No smokers, no pets. Available late June medium or long term. Phone
348 4464 or email robin.harrison@canterbury.ac.nz. or mandnz@yahoo.com.
TWO bedroom flat, fully-furnished and well equipped, walking distance to the university, available from 25 May for short or long term rental. Very close to shops and bus routes, but quiet, with pleasant small garden, off-street parking. $280pw. Email inquiries to b.earl@paradise.net.nz.
AVONHEAD. Sunny, 2 storey, 3 bedroom, spacious home, in quiet
tree fringed seclusion. Available for 12 months from April
2008. Car and
garaging plus ample off street parking available. Close to
Christchurch College of Education and University of Canterbury. Walking
distance to bus stop, 15 minutes from the city centre. Suit
a visiting academic on sabbatical or mature professional couple.
Non smokers. $440pw. All enquiries to Lynn or Patsy (03)
358 4968, blackmanor@paradise.net.nz.
RICCARTON, sunny, private, modernised character home. Completely serviced and one block from University. Suit visiting professional/academics. Winter season specials available. www.homeawayfromhome.co.nz.
METROPOLITAN executive motel apartments, 175 Riccarton Road. New, affordable luxury, superior accommodation. University discounted rates from $99. www.metropolitanmotel.co.nz. Ph 0800 463 876.
ALUMNI House (Canterbury). Do you ever have visitors who need accommodation? Alumni House specialises in a personalised approach to quality accommodation for visitors to Christchurch and especially to Canterbury University. A 15% discount applies to all University related bookings. Visit www.alumnihouse.co.nz and be sure to bookmark for future reference.
PRIVATE Sale. St Albans. Charming 1½ storey, 3 bedroom, colonial replica home, fully fenced back section, separate (gated) drive, sunny, peaceful, private, cottage garden with mature trees in tree lined avenue. Floor Size 120sqm; Land size 500sqm. High $300's Open Home: Saturday 3-4; Sunday 12.30-1.30. For more details view www.trademe.co.nz ID 143856730 or contact ph (03) 385 4237, or janice.farrelly @xtra.co.nz.
PRICE reduced. Bexley, 3 bedroom summerhill
stone, sunny & comfortable family home in quiet, friendly street.
Keen to sell and all offers considered. Recent modifications include
redecoration in bedrooms and bathroom, new heatpump, ceiling and
underfloor insulation, double glazing in bedrooms, huge block garage,
new lawn and garden. Great location for family, with front and back
yards, river at the end of the street, park in the next street plus
potential to add value. Situated next to Pacific Park and close to
transport and Malls, and only a short walk to New Brighton and beach.
View at www.rwmerivale.co.nz
(MRV11662) and contact the agent Chris Sutherland on 027 455
5708, or feel free to phone Kathryn Brown on ext 3804 if you have
any questions.
HOUSESITTER required from 30 June to 22 September 2008 for warm
house in St Martins/Opawa. Free rent for 3 months in exchange for
care of our 2 cats and minor gardening duties. Utilities negotiable.
On the Orbiter bus route and close to parks, river and supermarket.
Please contact Amelia on ext 8496 or amelia.davis@canterbury.ac.nz.
REQUIRED from 27/28 August to 20 September
2008 to feed and care for beloved cat whilst owner is on conference
leave. Delightful sunny Lyttelton cottage with heat-pump, Sky TV
and spectacular harbour views. Excellent bus service. Please contact
Karen Scott on 4904 or (03) 328 8756 or Karen.Scott@canterbury.ac.nz.
HOUSESITTER required. A staff member on leave for six weeks from mid June requires someone to live in a home in Cashmere and to feed the two cats and generally take care of the home for this period. Please contact Ray Hunt ext 6347 or (03) 364 2347 or ray.hunt@canterbury.ac.nz.
COUNTRY/Farm Cottage for mature, professional, quiet
woman. Responsible tenant, long term preferred. Please phone 364
2987 ext 7010 or 325 7900.
FULLY furnished rental accommodation wanted by a retired Japanese
couple for the period 1 December 2008 to 30 April 2009. Please
contact tad@cosc.canterbury.ac.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.
TOYOTA Levin, 1993, auto, electrical windows, 163km in mileage, very good condition, $2,500 negotiable. Please contact Xianming Liu, xianming.liu@canterbury.ac.nz, extn: 7437 or ph 027 635 3383 or (03) 351 8812.
CAR, up to $1500. Must be tidy, well-maintained and reliable. Contact
Malcolm Scott, College of Business, ext 6880, malcolm.scott@canterbury.ac.nz.
YAMAHA TT250. Dual purpose motorbike (1996). Excellent condition and runs well, 29,000 km. Front and rear disc brakes, digital speedo and clock. WOF until end Sept 08, needs new Reg May 08. Two new tyres, new chain and oil and filter change done Apr 08. $4,700 ono. Please contact tracey.gaskin@canterbury.ac.nz for further info.
BABY carry pouch, Kapoochi brand. The switch carry pouch feature the new, quick and easy face "face in/ face out" option plus the convenient shopping restraint/ support function. The improved adjustable design of the pouch allows for more freedom of movement for baby and provides greater head support, Price $25, please call (03) 342 8133.
QUEEN size bed in excellent condition. Includes mattress, base and back board comes from a non smoking no pet household. Have upgraded so this one needs to go. Bed cover is not included. Price $1100, please call (03) 342 8133.
CHILDCARE fashion navy pram is in a very good condition. The pram can be positioned so that the baby can face you or face the other way. In addition, the Pram has many other excellent features, from birth to 17kg. Price $150, please call (03) 342 8133.
BABY monitor in excellent condition. Price $90; please call (03) 342 8133.
STUDYING desk, brand new originally $550; only asking for $300. Please call (03) 342 8133.