12 July 2023

CaRST eNewsletter

By participating in development activities, students can effectively convey complex ideas, strengthen their profile, and open doors to collaborations and career opportunities. Constructive criticism received during these activities contributes to continuous growth and improvement. Embracing these opportunities can boost your confidence and success in the academic journey.

Coming up over the next month or two, we have a number of activities designed to boost your confidence and skills in presenting. We also have the Faculty 3MT finals in early August, where you can support your fellow higher degree researchers as they compete for a place in the University 3MT final, and some great prizes.

Best wishes,

Katy Dolman
Manager, CaRST

Come along and be part of an exciting showcase of incredible research at the 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) Faculty Final Competitions! Join us to support our talented 3MT competitors as they take the stage to talk about their innovative research projects in just three minutes. Don’t miss this opportunity to cast your vote to determine the People’s Choice Winner of your faculty.

Faculty of SET  07 August 2023; 12.00pm – 2.00pm, Ingkarni Wardli Conference Room - Level 7, Register here. 

Faculty of ABLE 07 August 2023, 4.00pm – 6.00pm, Barr Smith South 3029, Flentjie Theatre, Register here.

Faculty of HMS, 10 August 2023, 2.00pm – 4.00pm, Barr Smith South 3029, Flentjie Theatre, Register here.

Training & Development Events

Before registering for CaRST events, please review our no-show policy.

Improve your Confidence with Improv

When: 25 July 2023, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: In-person, limited places

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 physical activity Register here

Presenting your Research with Confidence

When: 26 July 2023, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Credits: 2.5 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

If you’re a researcher then at some stage you are going to have to present your findings. It’s tempting to get up and just read your paper, but to really speak to your audience you need to be able to communicate skilfully and with conviction. We’ve all been to dull presentations so it’s worth your while spending a little time to learn how to do it properly. This workshop will provide a clear step-by-step structure that you can use again and again to give high quality presentations. It will cover: -How to make your message relevant to your audience-Preparing materials, notes, handouts, PowerPoint-Practicing-Delivery-How to handle questions-Dealing with nervousness. Register here

Conducting Research Interviews

When: 27 July 2023, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Credits: 1.5 credits, Domain A
Delivery mode: In Person, limited places

Research interviews are a fantastic way to build a rich, nuanced data set that may not be available through other research methods. In this workshop you’ll be given tips and techniques to structure your interview, engage respectfully with your interviewees to get the best outcomes, and manage and analyse your data. You’ll also have a chance to practice your interview skills with your fellow students. This multidisciplinary workshop is suitable for all HDR students who are planning to use interviews as a research methodology. Register on waiting list 

Confidence fitness 

When: 31 July 2023, 11:00am - 12:00am
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Confidence is like a muscle- the more you use it, the stronger it gets. In this session, Sharron Ferrier of Persuasive Presentations, will share how to be more confident when presenting your research. Register here 

eProcurement webinar 

When: 2 August 2023, 10:30am - 11:30am
Credits: 1 credit, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

This workshop will explain why the University uses the eProcurement system and how to use it. It will cover getting access to the system through to receiving the goods. Register here

Keeping track of your evidence: how to manage and integrate sources into your thesis.

When: 3 August 2023, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 2.5 credits, Domain A
Delivery mode: In Person, limited places

It can be difficult to keep track of your citations as a HDR student, whether digitally or on paper. This workshop focuses on how you can keep track of your evidence for your thesis by using the referencing management system Zotero. The workshop will provide advice on how to maximise your note taking capabilities by using the software’s pdf annotator and report generation functionality.

The workshop will also cover various methods for keeping track of paper files of your citations, and how you can integrate them into Zotero. The workshop will then cover how to effectively integrate sources into your thesis by using key academic phrases.  Register here 

Congratulations on your grant… now what?

When: 8 August 2023, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1.5 credits, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom Webinar

This webinar focuses on the post-award grant management process, and will help researchers to understand their responsibilities and the timelines involved after successfully being awarded a grant. Register here 

Identifying your Strengths to succeed in your PhD or Master by Research

When: 9 August 2023, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: In Person, limited places

Do you need to re-energise and re-focus on your research? Join us for a fun workshop to brainstorm ideas to be more efficient and succeed in your PhD or Master by Research. In this workshop we will help you to identify the skills you already have that will help you study better and achieve your goals. You will also identify the skills you would like to develop right now or for your future career. You will also learn how to articulate those skills for your CV and selection criteria. Register here.

Learn 5 storytelling / presentation techniques from a pitch expert

When: 10 August 2023, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Credits: 3 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: In person, limited places

Why is it that good speakers can take average content and make it work? Yet, average speakers can take a great idea and make it boring? In this interactive workshop, you will be practicing 5x techniques that make your content more engaging. The presenter (Tom Hendrick from Talent Academy, ThincLab’s in-house pitch consultant) will also be sharing 5x free online tools to improve your presentations.  What would your content sound like if it was: (1) a conversation? (2) a choose-your-own-adventure? (3) an analogy? (4) a diagram? (5) a live demonstration? This multidisciplinary workshop is suitable for all HDR students who want to improve the presentation quality of their research. Register here

Other Training & Events

Data Capture and Surveys with REDCap

Would you like to enable secure and reliable data collection forms and manage online surveys? Would your study benefit from web-based data entry? Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) might be for you. This course will introduce you to REDCap, a rapidly evolving web tool developed by researchers for researchers. July 13, 2023. 9.30am - 12.30pm ACST. Online via Zoom. Register here.

Data Manipulation and Visualisation in Python

Do you have a good knowledge of the basic concepts and techniques in Python and want to level up? In this workshop, you will learn how to use popular packages to manipulate, explore and get insights from your data, and how to visualise the results. July 20-21, 9.30am-12.30pm.Online via Zoom. Register here.

Longitudinal Trials with REDCap

This course is for researchers who are familiar with the basics of REDCap and need to learn more advanced features for running longitudinal studies. It will cover topics like managing multiple events, using smart variables and building a longitudinal project. July 26, 9.30am-12.30pm. Online via Zoom. Register here.

Excel for Researchers

Learn to use one of the most widespread data wrangling tools, Microsoft Excel, to import, sort, filter, protect, transform, summarise, merge, and visualise research data. While aimed at novice Excel users, most attendees will walk away with new tricks to work more efficiently with their research data. August 8-9, 9.30am-12.30pm. Online via Zoom. Register here.

News

Health Week Grants

Open from 30 June to 11 July: Student Health and Wellbeing are offering grants of up to $300 to support events or initiatives during Health Week. Application close 11 July. Apply here!

Mental Health Awareness Month Grants

Open from 4 August June to 1 September: Student Health and Wellbeing are offering grants of up to $500 to support events or initiatives during Health Week. Application close 1 September. Apply here!

Mate Training

Free three hour workshop for current students. This is an education and intervention program teaching us all to be leaders in the prevention of sexual violence and harassment. The program is designed to teach students how to recognize sexual violence in its various forms and have the confidence to speak out and offer help. Ultimately, we seek to inspire leadership by empowering participants with the tools to feel confident in addressing harmful and abusive behaviour. This training can be counted towards the Adelaide Graduate Award. Register here! 

Recognise and Respond Training

This training is run by the University's specialist sexual violence counsellor, Jo McNamara. Jo will provide a brief overview of best practice responses to disclosures of sexual violence, as well as reporting and support options for student victims/survivors. This includes resources and avenues available at the University. This training can be counted towards the Adelaide Graduate Award. Register here! 

Student laptops now available for loan

Need access to a laptop? Don’t panic! The Library has a new Laptop Self-Service Unit that provides students with 24/7 access to laptops that they can take off campus. This service is available to all students at the University of Adelaide. The unit is located in the Barr Smith Library on Level 3. There are currently 24 laptops which can be borrowed for either 7 days, or 4 hours if you just need quick access. We hope you enjoy this new service! Learn more

Mental Health First Aid

Feel more confident supporting those who may be suffering from mental health problems. Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA) will teach you about the signs & symptoms of common disabling mental health problems, how to provide help, and how to access professional help. MHFA Training is free and available for all enrolled students.

Please go to https://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/wellbeing/mental-health#training for content details and upcoming dates.

To make a booking contact jillian.allen@adelaide.edu.au

Volunteer opportunity for STEM students - Inspiring Women Program

The Diversity Team in SET are looking for volunteers to assist in our Inspiring Women program. This program’s goal is to engage primary aged girls in STEM activities in a hands on and engaging way. We are looking for a number of current students to support our girls through the STEM activities by encouraging and giving gentle nudges in the right direction if they get a little distracted or confused. These students can be undergraduate or post graduate students but will need to be able to travel to North Terrace campus to contribute to the program. Lunch will be provided to volunteers. Please find Volunteer Expression of Interest form here.  We will give confirm our volunteers at least 1 week notice before each session.

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