21 December 2021

AGC e-News

Dean's Message

Following an unpredictable and challenging year in 2020, 2021 saw continued and prolonged uncertainties and separation. It has been incredible to see how many of our students and staff have responded; by creating new ways to connect with each other and by progressing their research in novel and unanticipated ways. We finish the year grateful that we are once again able to welcome our international and interstate students to Adelaide. To our continuing students, many of whom have waited nearly two years to continue their studies here in Adelaide, welcome home. To our new students who will now be able to travel to Adelaide to start their research journey, welcome to this new and exciting next part of your life. We can’t wait to see you all on campus soon.

Many people play an important role in supporting our HDR students and I sincerely thank all of our supervisors, postgraduate coordinators, and HDR convenors, who have continued to go above and beyond to support our students throughout prolonged times of uncertainty. I would also like to acknowledge all other professional and academic staff and our industry mentors whose continued efforts ensure our HDR students feel at home here at the university and are able to experience and achieve what they have set out to do. Thank you also to all of our students who encourage and look after each other. I know that many who have not been able to visit their families in recent years have been able to lean on their fellow students as their family away from home.

Importantly, I would like to express my sincere thanks to the Adelaide Graduate Centre staff, under the inspiring leadership of Dr Doreen Krumbiegel. I have had the privilege of working with this hard-working team for only a few short weeks; and to witness their immense care for, and tireless support of, our students is remarkable. Congratulations again on winning the University Outstanding Achievement Award for Enhanced Student Experience recently; a highly deserved recognition of your student-centred approach and efforts.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Emeritus Professor Michael Liebelt for his outstanding and inspirational leadership, for his tireless efforts to enhance HDR student experience, and his dedication to the University, its students, staff and broader community. His positive influence and legacy will be felt for many years and decades to come.

We are extremely proud of our HDR students and graduates. You are the ones who will shape the future of research and the future of our society, whether you are envisaging an academic, industry, government or other career path. Indeed, I hope many of you will be able to experience a diverse range of opportunities that your research degree will open for you. Next year will see even greater opportunities for you to engage with research end-users and we look forward to hearing from you on how we can make your experience with us even more positive.

In the meantime, on behalf of the Adelaide Graduate Centre team, I wish you all a safe and happy break over the holiday period. May your New Year be full of health and happiness, of a rewarding research journey and of many opportunities for you to celebrate your achievements with your colleagues, fellow students and loved ones.

Best wishes,
Carolin

Professor Carolin Plewa
Interim Dean of Graduate Studies

Tip of the Month

With the world slowing down over the next couple of weeks, please remember that as an HDR student, you can take up to 4 weeks of annual leave per year. 2021 has been another challenging year - we all need time to relax and recharge!

Please note, annual leave dates should be negotiated with your supervisor. International students intending to travel during leave must also submit an application for recreation leave to the AGC.

Being Well, Living Well

You can enrol in a new wellbeing program in MyUni – the postgrad specific module in Strand 1 (Living Well) takes anywhere from 15-60 minutes to complete depending on the level of engagement with the resources. Course enrolment can be found here.

Multi Factor Authentication login for HDR Online enrolment form

The login process for our HDR Online enrolment form system has now changed over to the new Multi Factor Authentication (Okta) process. Most staff already have Okta MFA and will be familiar with the login screen. You can set up and modify your Okta MFA account options here, and more information about multi-factor authentication is available here. If you experience any issues with login or registration, please contact ITDS Service desk on 08 8313 3000 or servicedesk@adelaide.edu.au.

Congratulations to the worthy recipients of the 2021 Stephen Cole Awards for Excellence in HDR Supervisory Practice

The Stephen Cole the Elder Awards for Excellence are the University of Adelaide’s premier learning and teaching awards. They recognise the contributions made to student learning by both academic and professional staff, and reward the University’s highest achievers in teaching, support of teaching, and supervisory practices.

Congratulations to Professor Joanne Bowen, School of Biomedicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, and Professor Natalie Edwards, School of Humanities, Faculty of Arts.

Postgraduate Scholarship Opportunities

The Adelaide Graduate Centre maintains a searchable database of available scholarship opportunities (both full scholarships and supplementary scholarships), funded by both the University of Adelaide and external funding bodies. While the majority of available scholarships are awarded as part of the standard admission and scholarship rounds for domestic and international students, some are awarded at different times throughout the year, and may have a separate application process.

Visit the Postgraduate Scholarships website regularly for up to date information on current scholarship opportunities.

University Library

Read & Publish agreements: Publishing in open access publications

From January 2022, University of Adelaide researchers will have access to 5 new Read & Publish agreements. These agreements provide researchers with the opportunity to publish their research open access without needing to pay individual article processing charges. The new agreements are with: Future Science, Oxford University Press, Royal Society, Springer, and Wiley and add to our existing agreements with Biochemical Society, Company of Biologists, Karger and Microbiology Society. Further information is available on the University Library’s Read & Publish agreements webpage or by contacting your Liaison Librarian.

Adelaide Graduate Centre Website Links

Respect. Now. Always.

The University seeks to promote an inclusive, respectful and fair environment for all people whilst engaged in University-related activities. A range of services are available to assist students who have safety concerns or have experienced bullying, sexual harassment or assault. For further information, help, or to report an incident, please visit the Safer Campus Community website.

As a student of the University, you can help to keep your campus safe by looking out for your own safety, and the safety of others and by conducting yourself in a manner consistent with the Student Charter. Remember that unacceptable behaviours such as Harassment, Discrimination, Bullying and Victimisation are not tolerated at the University.

Free, independent and confidential Counselling Service

Did you know that as a Postgraduate Student you are entitled to access counselling services provided to students at The University of Adelaide. To find out more information visit the Counselling Centre website.

Free and confidential Disability Service

As a Postgraduate Student you are also eligible for assistance from the Disability Service if you have a disability or ongoing medical condition. Information about the nature of your disability is not disclosed – information obtained from you about the functional impact of the disability is shared with academic staff solely for the purpose of assisting you with your studies. Details relating to the Disability Service and the on line registration process can be found on the Disability website.

Useful resources for staff can be found at the staff section of the Disability website.