Wednesday 14 June 2017

Student Newsletter Issue 46

Contents

• Announcements
• News
• What's On
• Opportunities
• Blogs
• Get in touch

Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to Teaching

The Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Contributions to Teaching 2017 will be awarded during the course of the forthcoming graduation ceremonies to:

• Professor Rami Abboud, School of Medicine (Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgery)
• Professor Mary Modeen, School of Art & Design (Contemporary Art Practice)
• Professor Colin Reid, School of Law

These awards are presented to individuals in recognition of their outstanding achievements. They are our most prestigious awards for sustained excellence in teaching and as always this year’s recipients fully merit their awards. Many congratulations to these members of staff on their achievements.

New network release

University buildings on City Campus continue to be moved over to the new, next-generation network. Upcoming locations include:

• Tower Building
• Crawford Building
• Enquiry Centre
• Ewing Building
• Botanic Gardens

Internet connection will be affected in these areas when each migration is taking place. Once complete, you need to authenticate to the new wired network and Eduroam wifi using your full username (email address without dots) using the instructions on the website.

Follow UoD IT Facebook / Twitter channels for the latest updates. You can check the full schedule here.

My Dundee Upgrade

The University’s learning platform, My Dundee, will be unavailable from Mon 17- Fri 21 Jul 2017 due to an upgrade. More information.

Re-use Me Campaign

De-Cluttering? Don’t throw it away! Give a second life to your unwanted home items.
Re-Use Me Campaign collects your unwanted items such as crockery, cutlery, pots, pans and miscellaneous kitchen utensils, plus books and DVDs so that these can be then given FREE to new students arriving in September.

Non-perishable, unopened food items are also very welcome, these will be given to the local Foodbank. If you wish to contribute, please bring your donation to the collection point in the Chaplaincy, 10am - 3pm weekdays until Thur 29 Jun.

On Social Media

This week on social media we were treated to incoming students letting us know how excited they are to join us in September - and seeing them make new friends on Instagram. On Facebook and Twitter we celebrated medical student Louise Cox-Thomsen, who has been selected to play for the Great Britain Handball Squad this summer. And Senior Lecturer Keith Williams, from the School of Humanities, had success with his Conversation article on Robert Duncan Milne, the forgotten lost father of American science fiction.

Dentistry Open Day

Our Dentistry Open Day gives you the chance to see what the University of Dundee can offer you. During the event, you will tour the fantastic facilities at the Dental Hospital, and hear first hand, what it is like to be a dental student at Dundee. Senior academics will give an overview of the curriculum at Dundee and the application process. Book your place now.

Student Sports and Exercise Ambassador wanted

Are you passionate and enthusiastic about sports? Get involved with sport and exercise at the ISE by becoming a Student Sports and Exercise Ambassador.

It is a diverse role, which could include promoting sport and exercise to current and prospective students, working at large public facing events such as Welcome Week, Sports Fayre, University Open Days and Post Application Visits, answering queries, engaging with students and participating in sport and exercise events. Find out more information.

Employment-related market research

The purpose of this survey is to gain information on how people approach job searching using a range of platforms currently on the market. This survey will take no longer than 5 minutes of your time, help Kate Whitefoot by completing the survey here.

Student offer for graduation - McCalls

McCalls of Dundee is offering students 20% off of their kilt outfit hire package for graduation. For more information contact the Dundee story on 01382 224449 or visit the McCalls website.

Personal assistant required for disabled man living in the Glamis area

Personal assistant required for a disabled man living in the Glamis area of Angus to support with social activities. Approximately 8 hours per week, can include evenings and weekends, £8.75 per hour. Driving licence essential. Contact Dundee Carers Centre on 01382 200422