19 April 2022

AGRS e-News

Director's Message

Dear All,

Welcome to the new post-restructured University with its new Faculties and Services. It may take a little while for us all to adjust as we find our feet, implement all changes and fill vacant positions. I would like to sincerely thank you for your ongoing patience in the interim.

With the borders fully open and COVID-19 managed across the world, the University has revised its direction and international (and interstate) travel is allowed for vaccinated staff and students.

Consequently, I want to give you a heads up that we are opening a travel scholarship round in the next few weeks. Information on how to apply will be forthcoming. More detail on travel approval processes is available on the University Travel page and FAQs on the COVID-19 website.

As winter is coming, I am very pleased to let you know that the University is now offering free Influenza vaccinations for all higher degree by research students through the Pharmacy Guild Corporate Program. You can find more information and how to book an appointment on the Wellbeing Website. Although the mask mandate was relaxed last week, masks are still a very effective measure to protect from nasty pathogens, especially during the cold seasons. Hence, the University will continue to make masks available in some areas and the personal choice to wear a mask should be respected.

Take care and best wishes,
Doreen

Doreen Krumbiegel
Director, Adelaide Graduate Research School

Tip of the Month

We are still getting a lot of emails to our old generic email address. Please ensure to direct enquiries to our new email address graduate.research@adelaide.edu.au and our new Administrative Assistant Jessica Gibbs will attend to them.

Unique Student Identifier (USI)

A Unique Student Identifier [USI] is a reference number that creates an online record of your qualifications attained in Australia. All students need a USI to receive a qualification upon successful completion from 2023.

To create your USI, please visit the Australian Government’s website. The personal details you provide here must be exactly the same as those on record at the University of Adelaide. Once created, log into Access Adelaide and enter your USI in the Statistical Section page, under the ‘Students’ menu. Please contact Ask Adelaide if you require assistance.

For international and offshore students, further information is available here; offshore international students are not required to provide a USI.

Postgraduate Scholarship Opportunities

The Adelaide Graduate Research School 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.

Fulbright Scholarship Program

Fulbright Australia are looking for exceptional individuals to undertake research towards their Australian PhD for 4 - 10 months at a US institution in 2023. Experience this unique academic and cultural exchange program. Covering (partial/full) visiting researcher expenses, travel and living costs. More Information, webinar or email. Applications are now open, closing on 6 July 2022.

Westpac Future Leaders Scholarships

Congratulations to postgraduate research students Lachlan Holden, Anna Kalamkarian, and Jamie Priest, on receiving a prestigious Westpac Future Leaders Scholarships to support their research and develop their leadership skills. Find out more.

University Library

Visualise Your Thesis competition 2022

Registrations are now open for Visualise Your Thesis (VYT) 2022 competition.

Now in its 4th year, the University of Adelaide VYT challenges our graduate researchers to present their research in a 60-second visual display. Think of it as your elevator pitch, a way to engage others with your research and share your ideas.

The winner receives $1000 and the opportunity to compete in the international online showcase hosted by The University of Melbourne later this year.

The competition opens Monday 30 May 2022 and submissions will be accepted until Friday 8 July 2022. For more details, to view our showcase of past entrants and, most importantly, to register visit the Visualise Your Thesis webpage.

Infrastructure Student Reference Group

Have your say on the design and development of campus facilities. This informal group gets a heads up on what's being planned for new buildings and teaching spaces on campus. The group meets a few times a year to provide feedback on project design, functionality and features. Find out more and sign up.

Adelaide Graduate Research School 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.