27 April 2022

CaRST eNewsletter

Tuesday 3^rd May is University Mental Health Day. We know that undertaking a higher degree by research can be stressful, with imposter syndrome, a competitive environment and the challenge of navigating new professional relationships while trying to maintain a work-life balance. Your mental health is always important, but events like University Mental Health Day can be a reminder to check in with yourself, with those around you, and with the services available to you as an HDR candidate. We also have the Mental Health and Wellbeing series of workshops starting in May. The in person sessions are popular, so if you have secured a place please make sure to cancel if you aren’t able to attend, so another student can benefit from the workshop. If you are on the waitlist or can’t attend, these sessions are also available online.

Checking in with yourself

How are you? If you are having trouble with your research or in your personal life, this can impact your mental health. Warning signs include not taking care of yourself – for example not sleeping or eating properly, increased drinking or use of other substances; or avoiding your research or meetings with your supervisor.

The Black Dog Institute has a range of self-assessment and self-help materials for you to explore.

Getting Help

If you aren’t okay, please find support. If you are struggling, the Counselling Service is available 9-5, Mon to Friday, The University Crisis Line is available 5pm-9am and 24 hours on weekends or connect to Talk Campus, a peer based network available for download using your student ID.

Also consider the other supports available to you such as your supervisors, your fellow HDR students, or friends and family.

Staying Well

If you’re doing okay, then think about strategies to stay that way. The Wellbeing Hub has some great suggestions for wellbeing boosters. For me, one of the best things I can do for myself is spend some time in nature. I particularly love walking by the ocean, and I’ve attached a photo I took in Robe about 6 months ago. Keen eyed readers may be able to spot a tail from a seal I saw jumping around in the waves near the cliff. Make sure you schedule time to do something that boosts your wellbeing, or try something new!

Best,

Katy Dolman
Manager, CaRST

Nature Research Academies: Getting Published - EOI

Open to all HDRs and EMCRs

The ‘Getting Published’ course with Nature Research Academies is designed for early- and mid-career researchers to improve their chances of publication success as well as maximise the impact of their research after publication. This course consists of seven 2-hour online workshops in May to July.

EOI close COB Friday 29 April 2022.

Training & Development Events

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

Commercialisation 101

When: 2 May 2022, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

What is commercialisation and how does it relate to research? In this session, Adelaide Enterprise will discuss how research can be translated into a commercialisation outcome, and how value is created in the process. All researchers should understand the commercialisation process, so join us for this important session. Register here.

Thriving in your Life as an HDR

When: 4 May 2022, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: In-person, limited places

As the first workshop in the Mental Health and Wellbeing Series, this session will assist you to apply positive psychology science and techniques to feel more engaged, positive and resilient in your day to day life as an HDR student. Jane Turner Goldsmith will introduce you to research findings of Positive Psychology, and explore ways to apply this ‘science of wellbeing’ in your life. Register for waitlist.

eProcurement Information Session

When: 5 May 2022, 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.

Working with your Supervisor (HMS)

When: 10 May 2022, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: In-person, limited places

The relationship you have with your supervisor is crucial in determining your PhD experience. They are your primary source of guidance as you undertake an individual research project and even the best student/supervisor relationships can experience periods of strain through the ups and downs of research. In this workshop you will learn what you can do to establish a positive working relationship with your supervisor and ultimately get the most out of your HDR experience. Register here.

Please note: This session is for Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences

Communication Skills Effective Relationships

When: 18 May 2022, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credit, Domain D
Delivery mode: In-person, limited places

As the second workshop in the Mental Health and Wellbeing Series, in this session Jane Turner Goldsmith discuss and demonstrate the basics of conflict resolution. These skills together provide a solid foundation for harmonious and productive relationships in your life as an HDR and beyond. Register here

Other Training & Events

Data Entry and Processing in SPSS

Join this hands-on training workshop, designed to familiarize you with the interface and basic data processing functionalities in SPSS. It will examine several “must know” syntax commands that can help streamline data entry and processing, explore how to obtain descriptive statistics in SPSS and perform visualization. Zoom meeting, 12-13 May, 9:30am – 12:30pm. Register here.

Keeping Research Data Safe: Storage and Security

This webinar is for HDR students, researchers and research staff who want to learn about safe storage of their research data. We will review policies governing research data at UOA, understand which data is considered sensitive, and how to classify data according to UOA guidelines. Lastly, we will explore the various data storage options available at UOA, and discuss criteria to select the most suitable storage for your research data.. Zoom webinar, 17 May, 1:00pm – 2:00pm. Register here.

Learn to Program: Python

Python has deservedly become a popular language for scientific computing and among researchers, but getting started can be challenging, especially if you have never programmed before. That's where this introductory live coding workshop comes in, where we will use Jupyter notebooks to write programs and produce results. Zoom meeting, 17-18 May, 9:30am – 12:30pm. Register here.

News

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.

Raining Poetry in Adelaide

Are you interested in helping to brighten grey, gloomy days? The Coetzee Centre are looking for volunteers to assist with a wide range of activities, including managing submissions, the selection and tagging of the poems, assisting with our launch event, and social media promotion. Further information and how to apply

How to write for The Conversation

Jane Howard, Deputy Editor at The Conversation, recently presented a session to academic staff on the benefits of writing for The Conversation and how to pitch story ideas. A recording of the session is now available on the Newsroom website.

About CaRST

Located within the Adelaide Graduate Research School, 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.