News from the College of Business, Government and Law

We acknowledge the traditional owners, both past and present, of the various locations Flinders University operates on, and recognise their continued relationship and responsibility to these lands and waters. We recognise that Flinders was established on the lands of the Kaurna nation, with the main Flinders campus located near Warriparinga

Welcome to the December edition of the College of Business, Government and Law newsletter. Our last one for the year! 

Our spotlights this month include our new Criminology Lecturer Dr Sahana Sarkar, PhD Criminology student Charlie Winter, and Professor Gerry Redmond for his major research undertaking on disadvantaged youth.

Major stories include Trish Wescombe’s farewell, an update on Festival Plaza, four new A* publications (on far-right populism, drug detection dogs, school belonging, and electricity markets), and co-sponsored scholarships for the Graduate Certificate in Social Impact.

 Happy reading in the ramp-up to the festive season!

Kind regards,
Michael

Professor Michael Gilding
Vice-President and Executive Dean
 

A warm welcome to the newest members of our community!

Sahana Sarkar Lecturer in Criminology (Teaching and Research)
Katrina Lee - Centre Manager (JBC)
Ehsan Abedin - Lecturer in Business Analytics (Teaching Specialist)
Peivand Bastani - Senior Lecturer in Healthcare Management (Teaching Specialist)

Farewell to Trish Wescombe

Trish has decided to retire after a remarkable career at Flinders University spanning back to April 2003.

Trish has played vital roles, including managing the Bachelor of Arts Office (2003-2014) and contributing significantly to the College of BGL since its inception in 2018. Known for her dedication, she has been a key figure in the College Education Committee, Operations team, and has provided invaluable support for the Dean (Education) portfolio. We would like to thank her for her dedication to Flinders and our team, for consistently maintaining such a high standard of work, and for regularly going above and beyond her duties.

Trish, you'll be greatly missed, and we wish you the very best in your retirement.

Flinders at Festival Plaza | December 2023 Update

Get ready for the buzz! We're thrilled to bring you the latest scoop on Flinders at Festival Plaza's December 2023 update. Stay tuned as we unfold exciting details about our imminent move to the New City Campus.

It's a journey full of anticipation, and we can't wait to share it with you!

1. Interview with Ben Smith and scholarship link
2. Exploring the future of Wine Tourism 4.0; Dr Laura Lesar
3. Winners announcement for AG Business Simulation Championship 2023
4. Guess my degree featuring Accounting Student: Lily Keene

This last month BGL had an active social media presence, a total of 18 posts generated 48,100 impressions in October, 9,728 more impressions than the previous month. A highlight was the announcement of the winners of the AG Business Simulation Championship 2023, showcasing the impressive achievements of BGL students. A notable addition to the social media list was our first of two 'Guess my degree' videos, strategically shared as a reel and on TikTok, contributing to the ongoing 'Change of Preference' campaign and promoting the Accounting program. 

Research

*Based on notification emailed to CBGL.research@flinders.edu.au from 20 Oct to 17 Nov.
Current BGL staff in bald. 

Dowling, M-E. (2023). Far-right populism in alt-tech: a challenge for democracy? New Media and Society. Advance online publication.
(Scimago: Top 10% (12/471) in Communication)

Pettman, T. L., Pontifex, K., Williams, C. P., Wildgoose, D., Dent, C., Fairbrother, G., Chapman, J., Spreckley, R., Goodwin-Smith, I., & Bogomolova, S. (2023). Part Discount Grocer, Part Social Connection: Defining Elements of Social Supermarkets. Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly
(Scimago: Top 10% (56/696) in Social Sciences (miscellaneous)

Gibbs, D., King, C., Hughes, C., Peacock, A., Grigg, J., See Yeun, W. and Sutherland, R. (2023). Comparing police use of drug detection dogs amongst injecting and non-injecting groups of people who regularly use drugs in Australia. International Journal of Drug Policy. Vol 122.
(19/281 journals). (6.7%)

O’Donnell, A. W., Redmond, G., Gardner, A. A., Wang, J. J. J., Mooney, A. (2023). Extracurricular activity participation, school belonging, and depressed mood: a test of the compensation hypothesis during adolescence. Applied Developmental Science, 1-16. Advance online publication.
(Scimago: Top 10% (28/349) in Developmental and Educational Psychology)

Abdullah, M., Abakah, E. J. A., Wali Ullah, G. M., Tiwari, A. K., Khan, I. (2023). Tail risk contagion across electricity markets in crisis periods. Energy Economics, 127(Part B), Article 107100. (ABDC: A* ranked)

What's been going on in BGL

Academy of International Business OCEANIA Annual Symposium

On the 23rd of November, Centre for Social Impact (CSI) Professor Svetlana Bogomolova conducted a highly successful Masterclass titled "Co-design Method in Business Research: Strengths, Limitations, and Unique Insights" as part of the Academy of International Business OCEANIA Annual Symposium. Due to its positive reception, an extended version with hands-on training for CBGL colleagues is in the works for early next year.

The Masterclass explores co-creation and co-design research methods, emphasising their benefits, suitability, and key stages. Real-world examples will illustrate these concepts, and the importance of adaptability and inclusivity in working with diverse stakeholders will be addressed.

2023 Conference-Leadership in Action | New Zealand

Dean of Business, Professor Angie Abdel Shafei showcased two presentations at the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA) 2023 Conference-Leadership in Action in Auckland. The first presentation focused on 'Process Mining and Customer Journey Mapping in Stroke Rehabilitation: Digitally Enhancing Patient-Centred Care.' The second presentation addressed 'Getting Digital Health Applications into General Practice: A protocol for m-health regulation, awareness and adoption.'

Our recent AI in Education Conference presented by Bert Verhoeven and Dr. Vishal Rana held on 28th of October, was a resounding success, bringing together educators, researchers, and innovators at Victoria Square. Attendees engaged in thought-provoking discussions, attended inspiring keynote speeches, and participated in interactive workshops. Experts shared insights on how AI can enhance personalised learning and improve student outcomes, shaping the future of education.

In a recent article featured on The Conversation, our colleague Professor Caitlin Hughes sheds light on the intricacies of drug detection dog practices and the imperative need for reform. Read Caitlin's compelling article and stay informed about the thought-provoking work happening within our CBGL community.

In social news...

The Government group emerged triumphant at the recent Austral Pub Quiz, showcasing not only their camaraderie but also the depth of their political knowledge. Their impressive victory, earning them a well-deserved $100 prize, underscores not only their intellectual prowess but also their ability to come together as a team for a fun and rewarding experience!

CSI/Dean (Research) Writing Retreat Pilot

Our CSI team report a very high uptake for their December 2023 writing retreat, with 20 researchers signed up to spend three days off campus. The upcoming retreat is a pilot of a research centre/institute focused retreat. It has explicit objectives around increasing publication outputs, increasing collaboration and co-authorship, and strengthening centre affiliation. This pilot is being co-funded and supported by the Dean (Research) and CSI. 

For more information contact CSI Manager, David Cannon: david.cannon@flinders.edu.au

Graduate Certificate in Social Impact - Co-sponsored Scholarships

CSI and CBGL have successfully developed an exciting scholarship opportunity for 2024 with their State Government and not-for-profit partners. The scheme sees partner organisations nominate 5 staff members each - chosen for professional development and/or strategic capacity building purposes - who will undertake the Graduate Certificate in Social Impact in 2024. Partners will provide a partial scholarship to staff, and this will be matched by a partial fee offset, with the remainder of fees to be covered by the student or partner, as determined by the partner. The first of these scholarship agreements will be finalised shortly, with more anticipated to follow

The first title is now available in a new book series ‘Palgrave Critical Studies in Human Rights and Criminology’, edited by Professor Leanne Weber and Professor Marinella Marmo: ‘Children in Conflict with the Law: Rights, Research and Progressive Youth Justice’, co-authored by Ursula Kilkelly, Louise Forde, Sharon Lambert and Katharina Swirak. The next publication in the series will be an agenda-setting collection titled ‘A Research Agenda for a Human Rights Centred Criminology’, co-edited by Leanne Weber and Marinella Marmo.

What's on 📅

The College SAS and Operations teams are decorating our front reception area
(get ready – we hope to blow you all away this year)

Along with that, to do something for people in a time where it’s tough on everyone, we have decided to have a Giving Tree at the College front reception area. A big part of our mission statement is covered with this initiative. 

The charity we have chosen are Puddle Jumpers and their current Christmas “wish list”. You can also check their website out at Puddle Jumpers – Supporting underprivileged and at-risk children in South Australia.

We will collect gifts until 3pm on Friday 15^th December and arrange for them to be delivered/picked up ready to spread the Christmas cheer to those in need. 

Unlock the Power of LinkedIn with Our Exclusive Workshop!

You're cordially invited to join our upcoming 'Staff LinkedIn Training' Workshop. This workshop is expertly designed to elevate your LinkedIn profile and empower you to create compelling content. By doing so, you'll reinforce your personal and professional brand, offering benefits to both you and Flinders University.

Three-hour workshop that covers:

 How to craft your LinkedIn bio
How to optimise your LinkedIn profile
How to build your personal brand and online presence using LinkedIn

If you are interested in attending this training, please contact Megan Ryan: megan.ryan@flinderes.edu.au

Important Dates 📅

View the calendar here.