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BriefingWith the start of term approaching and more of our activities now on the City Campus our car parks are soon to be filling up to capacity. To find out more about how we are dealing with this issue see - http://www.bradford.ac.uk/estates/car-parking/latest-car-parking-news/
To help staff and students to find spaces visitors are now only allowed to park in the first come first served visitor car park next to the Richmond Building on the City Campus. To find out more about using this car park or what to do if it is full see - http://www.bradford.ac.uk/estates/car-parking/visitor-travel/. Departments now need to return all visitor permits to Richmond Reception.
Occasional User Permit Holders should continue to use current permits in the normal way until 30th September and then exchange or order new ones from 1st October.
If you currently drive into the university and would consider swapping to public transport we have a number of free 1 week METRO cards available to swap for your parking permit for a week. These allow you to use any buses or trains in West Yorkshire to see what your journey would be like.
If you have any questions please contact carparking@bradford.ac.uk
As the Outduction project draws to a close, the Bradford project team and members of staff from the Schools of Computing, Informatics and Media, and Engineering Design Technology recently participated in two major dissemination events: a local one here and the project’s national conference at Kew Gardens. The three-year collaborative project between Kingston University London and University of Bradford, funded by the National Teaching Fellowship Scheme aimed to improve our understanding of the experience of students in their final year of undergraduate study. Six key themes emerged:
Links to both dissemination events with presentations around these themes are available from http://www.outduction.ac.uk/dissemination.php The project’s Bradford Advisory Group will meet in the next month or so to consider ways in which important findings from the project can be taken forward.
The clearing of the Unity building means the furniture store has loads of new stock which will be available soon. Keep an eye on the website or if you have a specific requirement email bradfordreuse@googlemail.com to find out if the item you want is in stock but not yet logged onto the system yet.
For more info see - www.bradford.ac.uk/reuse
The PVC for Learning & Teaching, Shirley Congdon, invites all staff to a series of Learning and Teaching open forums. These are intended to keep staff up to date and examine key issues related to student retention and achievement and to share best practice. The first session will be on 6th October at 3pm to 4pm in John Stanley Bell Lecture Theatre, D Floor, Richmond Building.
9-5pm Monday to Friday.
Thursday 9-7pm Term time only
To make an appointment call in at Student Central, ring 235750, email counselling@bradford.ac.uk or book online at www.bradford.ac.uk/counselling
Drop-in from 26 September 12-2pm. See counselling service website for further details www.bradford.ac.uk/counselling
Drop in sites:
Student Central
Student Health Service
Bradford College
Have a look at the website for further information: Top tips, Relaxation Techniques, links to other sites, information about Group Work, other news, how to book an appointment and what happens in counselling.www.bradford.ac.uk/counselling
English diagnostic testing dates
Please follow the link to access the semester one dates for English Diagnostic Testing.
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/sled/courses/languages/in-session-studies-international/
Languages for All
Registrations are now open for Languages for All classes which start w/c 26th September. We are pleased to announce the addition of Italian beginners to the programme. Other languages offered are French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic and Urdu. The deadline to register for a language module is the end of week 2 of term. Please follow the link to access the timetable and registration process;
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/sled/courses/languages/languages-for-all/
New English modules
We are pleased to offer 2 new English modules this academic year: Essential Principles of Academic Writing (semester 1), and Individual Elements of Academic Writing (semester 2). Please follow the link below to access the module descriptors. Students should enrol via their home department if the module is to be taken as part of the degree course OR via the SLED Office (C89) for Associate Students.
http://www.bradford.ac.uk/sled/courses/languages/academic-writing/
This week, Wild Nature’s Ways: the story of Richard and Cherry Kearton, pioneering wildlife photographers from Swaledale (and a very strange ox).
http://100objectsbradford.wordpress.com
Come to Centenary Square on the afternoon of 28 September to celebrate all that is positive about Bradford. Positive Bradford is an initiative begun by Bradfordians and local business leaders determined to speak up for the city and district. There will be food demonstrations, performances, and a wide array of events taking place in Centenary Square, the Urban Garden, and everywhere in-between! You can find more information on the campaign website, http://www.positivebradford.co.uk
A new blog providing all the latest news and information about the University's research and knowledge transfer work has been launched. It will be regularly updated with details of our research successes, knowledge transfer projects and RKT events.
Zoobug are an award winning manufacturer of children's frames and sunglasses. They are designed specifically for children providing excellant quality and fit and come in a wide range of styles and colours. There is also a range for babies and toddlers too.
If you have been struggling to find good qulaity, well fitting and stylish spectacles for your child why not pop in to the Eye Clinic and have a look? We accept prescriptions from other Opticians and Hospitals and you will be given help and advice from a qulaified Dispensing Optician.
www.zoobug.co.uk
www.brad.ac.uk/optometry/the-eye-clinic
The election to fill the vacancy on Council for a non academic member of staff opened today, Monday 19 September, and closes at 12 mid-day Thursday 29 September.
The eligible electorate are all those non academic staff in grades 1-10.
Please go to http://www.brad.ac.uk/legal-and-governance/council/election/election-2011/ to read the candidate biographies. You will also find the link to vote.
The election is being conducted electronically using the Single Transferable Voting system. Full instructions are online.
The Public and Community Engagement Team within SLED are pleased to host a lecture as part of the Faith and the City public lectures series with Irna Qureshi and Tim Smith who will talk about their book ‘The Grand Truck Road: From Delhi to the Khyber Pass . The lecture will take place on Wednesday 12 October at 6pm in the JSB Lecture Theatre. Entry is by E-Ticket ONLY and must be booked in advanced.
Supported by the School of Lifelong Education and Development, this exciting and dynamic conference will explore a range of practical alternative models of community and neighbourhood working and assess their potential impacts on what many see as a divided society.
Speakers include Phil Coppard (CEO Barnsley Council) and Liz Richardson (Institute for Economic and Public Governance, Manchester University).
For details or to book, contact mail@cogs.uk.net or call 0113 373 1751.
The Public and Community Engagement Team within SLED are pleased to host a lecture as part of the Faith and the City public lectures series by Professor Yunas Sameed in conjunction with the launch of his new book ‘The Pakistan US Conundrum: Jihadists, Military and the People - the Struggle for Control’. The lecture will take place on Tuesday 4th October at 6.00pm in the JSB Lecture Theatre. Entry is by E-Ticket ONLY and must be booked in advanced.
The link for further information is: http://www.brad.ac.uk/sled/news-and-events/events/the-pakistan-us-conundrum-jihadistsilitary-and-the-people-the-struggle-for-control/
During 2011/12 staff from the Centre for Educational Development will work directly with academic schools to create and implement their School Enhancement Plan and to develop a curriculum that improves attainment, retention and student satisfaction. However, to complement this work, the Centre also offers a seminar programme that focuses on developing a number of key roles, and the professional development of staff involved in teaching and learner support. Full details
Research Council Remits - Changing Landscape & New Opportunities Wednesday 5th October: 2-3:30pm
The recent announcement by Research Councils that they are no longer funding but sponsoring research marks a significant change to how research is funded. In this seminar we will explore the strategic developments and highlight some of the new funding opportunities that have arisen as a result.
Winning Grant Funding Wednesday 12th October: 1-4pm
This is an intensive workshop which show participants how best to find funding and develop ideas into grant proposals. The course is aimed at researchers that are new to grant writing or have a limited track record of winning research funding.
Staff Training Opportunities
| Course ID | Details/Booking form | Start date | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Start time | End time | Venue | Leaders |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01010268 | Using Site Manager for Contributors | 27-SEP-11 | - | - | - | 13:30 | 16:30 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| 01010689 | Getting Started in BlackBoard | 28-SEP-11 | - | - | - | 12:30 | 14:30 | , RICHMOND | Centre for Educational Development |
| 01010374 | ECDL/ITQ Workshop | 28-SEP-11 | - | - | - | 15:00 | 16:30 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| EVAC110928 | Evac+Chair Training | 28-Sep-11 | - | - | - | 09:30 | 12:30 | D1, Richmond Building | Steve Wiggins |
| 01010362 | NVQ IT Half Workshop | 29-SEP-11 | - | - | - | 09:30 | 12:30 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| 01010406 | Word Essentials | 03-OCT-11 | 04-OCT-11 | 10-OCT-11 | - | 09:30 | 12:30 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| 01010376 | ECDL/ITQ Workshop | 04-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 13:30 | 14:59 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| 01010656 | Customer Services Training for KT Staff | 04-OCT-11 | 19-APR-12 | - | - | 14:45 | 16:00 | , | Research & Knowledge Transfer Support |
| 01010391 | ECDL Tests | 04-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 15:00 | 16:00 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| 01010654 | Media Training for KT Staff | 04-OCT-11 | 19-APR-12 | - | - | 10:00 | 11:15 | , | Research & Knowledge Transfer Support |
| 01010656 | Customer Services Training for KT Staff | 04-OCT-11 | 19-APR-12 | - | - | 11:15 | 12:30 | , | Research & Knowledge Transfer Support |
| 01010658 | RC Remits -Changing Landscape & New Opps | 05-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 14:00 | 16:00 | F27, RICHMOND | Research & Knowledge Transfer Support |
| 01010525 | Recruitment & Selection Refresher | 05-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 14:00 | 15:30 | To be included with joining instructions | Staff Development Unit |
| 01010702 | Subsidised Research Projects for Busines | 06-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 12:00 | 14:00 | , | Research & Knowledge Transfer Support |
| 01010308 | Using Site Manager for Moderators | 06-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 09:30 | 12:30 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| 01010524 | Recruitment & Selection Refresher | 07-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 14:00 | 15:30 | To be included with joining instructions | Staff Development Unit |
| 01010796 | University Governance | 10-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 14:00 | 16:00 | To be included with joining instructions | Staff Development Unit |
| 01010269 | Using Site Manager for Contributors | 11-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 13:30 | 16:30 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
| 01010526 | Recruitment & Selection Refresher | 11-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 14:00 | 15:30 | To be included with joining instructions | Staff Development Unit |
| 01010605 | Working Smarter To Achieve More | 11-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 09:00 | 13:00 | To be included with joining instructions | Staff Development Unit |
| 01010407 | Word Essentials - MailMerge | 11-OCT-11 | - | - | - | 09:30 | 12:30 | F29, RICHMOND | IT Training |
Current Internal Job Vacancies at the University can be found on the Information for Staff section of the Human Resources website (UoB username and password required).
The page is password protected so you need to click on the Internal Job Vacancies link on the left hand side and you will be prompted for your details.
Please keep entries concise (around 150 words maximum) with, if necessary, a link to further details on the web. Please check entries carefully for accuracy, grammar and timeliness before sending.
Entries will not routinely be repeated but a further entry is welcome when additional information or clarification is provided for publication.
Please also ensure information is signed off and suitable for general public consumption. Deadline for entries is (generally) 12 noon each Friday.
Email: briefing@bradford.ac.uk with the title "For the briefing" in the email subject.