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2 July 2019

CaRST eNewsletter

 

Events

Improve your Confidence with Improv

This Is there a performer inside you, dying to get out? Want to improve your public speaking skills or feel more comfortable when put on the spot? If you answered yes, or you just want to have a truckload of fun, improvisation is for you! This workshop presented by On The Fly Impro is a fun way to help you to build confidence and improve your communication skills. This workshop is based on theatre games and requires some physical activity. 4 July 2019, 10am - 12pm, North Terrace. Register here. Almost full - limited places available

This activity counts for 3 credits in Domain B.

Managing Research Data Effectively at the University of Adelaide

At this lecture presented by University Library you will learn: why good research management is important; research data management obligations at the University of Adelaide; and tools, services, and support available to help researchers manage research data well (such as relevant web pages, Figshare, LabArchives, Research Data Planner and the Genomic Repository) 5 July 2019, 10:30am - 11:30am, North Terrace OR online via live stream. Register here.

This activity counts for 1 credit in Domain C.

Improving your Financial Literacy

Accounting may be viewed by many as a rather dry, boring subject that should be relegated to the domain of those commonly referred to as ‘bean counters’. But financial literacy should be everyone’s business, most careers require some level of financial understanding. Join Dr Chris Graves for this workshop if you are interested in improving your financial literacy. 23 July 2019, 2:00pm - 4:00pm, North Terrace.  Register here.

This activity counts for 2 credits in Domain C.

American Chemical Society on Campus

The American Chemical Society (ACS) is coming to the University of Adelaide. Come along to hear the latest publishing insights from world-renowned researchers, career tips, how to utilize SciFinder, and an inside look at the latest ACS resources that can help your career. 25 July 2019, 8:30am - 12:15pm, North Terrace. Register here.

This activity counts for 3.5 credits in Domain D.

Seven Secrets of Highly Successful Research Students

What do higher degree by research students do to finish on time, to overcome isolation, doubt and writers block? And to enjoy the process? And just as importantly, what do they do in order to spend guilt-free time with their family and friends and perhaps even have holidays? If this sounds appealing, join presenter Hugh Kearns for this session to learn the seven secrets. 25 July 2019, 10:00am - 12:30pm, Waite OR online via live stream.  Register here.

This activity counts for 2.5 credits in Domain B.

Clinical Research: Establishing Investigator Initiated Trials

If your career is in the health industry, it is likely to be influenced by Clinical Research – whether as part of your course or in your next job, understanding clinical research will be key. This workshop will cover the wide range of factors in investigator initiated clinical trials including the context of health science translation, determining the research question, setting up collaborations, the role of industry partners, writing the protocol, assessing study feasibility, costing essentials and funding options for studies. 25 July 2019, 1:30pm - 3:30pm, West End Precinct. Register here.

This activity counts for 2 credits in Domain A.

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Visualise your Thesis and you could win $1000!

Present your thesis in a 60-second video or audio-visual display and you could win $1000! The Visualise your Thesis competition is open to all currently-enrolled higher degree by research students and lets you showcase your research along with your skills in communication and visual storytelling. If you need to brush up on your visual storytelling there will be online training courses developed by the University’s learning designers available from 1st July. Online training will be supported by bookable sessions with a learning designer and copyright expert. Submissions officially open on July 1st, but you can register your interest and find out more on the University Library's Visualise Your Thesis webpage. Need inspiration? See how others have responded to the challenge in the international showcase gallery.

New Activity Categories in CaRST Online

A new update in CaRST Online enables students to receive credit for a wider range of industry and external engagement activities. The new activity categories eligible for CaRST credit include:

  • Industry placements (< 30 days)
  • Industry placements (> 30 days)
  • Industry PhDs (iPhD)
  • Overseas/interstate research
  • Performances

You can find these activities in the ‘add a self-recorded activity’ form. Select either the ‘Experiential’ category or the newly introduced ‘Other commercialisation and engagement activities’ category.

Browse all eligible activity categories and conditions on the CaRST Experiential Activities webpage.

 

About CaRST

Located within the Adelaide Graduate Centre, CaRST is a specialised training and development program for HDR students at the University of Adelaide. For further information on CaRST visit the CaRST website.

 

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