Wednesday 31 May 2017

Staff Newsletter Issue 45

Contents

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

Staff Discounts

We've started to pull together a list of all the great discounts you can get, just by being a staff member at the University of Dundee.  

Check out what's on offer. 

Also, let us know if we've missed any, email Internal-Comms. 

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.

New network release

University buildings on City Campus continue to be moved over to the new, next-generation network. Buildings affected are:

• Matthew Building
• ISE
• Harris Building
• Scrymgeour
• 5-7 Hawkhill Place
• Library
• 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.

Crime Writing Masters Course

We're happy to announce that there will be a new Crime Writing and Forensic Investigation MLitt starting in September. It is designed for anyone who has always wanted to write a crime novel, or who is working on a novel which requires expert insight into the workings of forensic scientists, the legal system or the police.  By studying with our experts in creative writing and CAHID, students will be able to write knowledgeably and creatively about all aspects of crime and the law.

There will be a launch event on Wed 14 June. All students, staff and members of the public are welcome to attend. Send an email to Jenny Gorrod to register your attendance.

Exam results release

Students will receive their exam results on Wed 7 Jun after 12pm midday. Results will be released in a phased manner and students are advised to check this page on the day for real-time updates.

Security

In light of recent thefts on campus, and the increased national terror threat level across the UK, we all need to be aware of who is in and around our buildings. Please try to ensure that office doors are locked when rooms are empty, check that windows are closed at the end of the day, and that your computer screen is turned off when you are away from your desk. All staff are issued with a University identity badge, and these should be worn at all times – making it easier for us to identify visitors or strangers.

If you have any concerns at any time, University Security can be reached at 85850 for information from any university telephone or 4141 for an emergency.  In the event that you have to call 999 from your mobile device please make sure to contact Security via these numbers afterwards so that they can assist and prepare for any emergency response.

Shut Up and Write! (Wed 7 Jun)

The last meeting this semester of the academic writers’ group will be in the EduZone, Main Library at 3.30-5pm on Wed 7 Jun. Just turn up to get some writing done in a supportive environment. More information.

Student Transitions Symposium (Fri 9 Jun)

Why not take a Friday away from your desk to attend this varied and inspiring showcase of student transitions initiatives across our University? Meet with your colleagues to celebrate the great work Dundee is doing to assist our students with all aspects of transitions. Hear from renowned keynote speaker Professor Sally Brown. Come to this free event, fully catered, and ending with a Strawberry and Sparkles reception. All abstracts now available online. Register now

Open Badges – what, why and how? (Mon 19 Jun)

Ever wondered what Open Badges were all about? Colleagues in the Universities of Dundee, Abertay and Aberdeen have been collaborating on a QAAS-funded project under the Enhancement Theme: Student Transitions, to investigate current practice in the use of Open Badges and to provide guidance for the HE sector. At this half-day event you will hear from leading authorities in the field and from the project team, who will share their findings to date. More information and to book a place

Dental Study

Can you help Dental Postgraduate student Nuha Ashabibi with her lastest study?

She needs a group of volunteer subjects with either no or only basic dental knowledge who are healthy and have their natural dentition. This is to look at the factors affecting localisation of dental pain. £10 will be given on completion of the study. For more information contact Nuha.

Crowdfunding Survey

Helen Jones is recruiting users of crowdfunding platforms who fund projects, or have been funded, by people they do not know personally, for a focus group discussion. The focus group will last approximately one hour and you will receive a £10 Amazon voucher for your time. Fill out the survey.

Careers Quick Query and CV Clinic

From Monday 29 May to the end of August, the Careers Service Quick Query and CV Clinic will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 – 15:00 at the Careers Service, 1 Airlie Place.  No appointment required.

On social media

On social media recently we've been covering the Art, Design and Architecture Degree Show, including a Snapchat take over from School President Charlie Kleboe-Rogers on the opening night. On Facebook and Twitter we celebrated our 50th Anniversary with highlights across our Alumni Weekend. Finally, we celebrated the achivements of Educate the Kids society. They climbed Ben Nevis to raise funds for children in Kenya to help them get a proper education. Follow us on Instagram and Snapchat at @dundeeuni and tag your photos with #dundeeuni.