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Implementation of One Voice One Image - 2008-12-03
Macquarie’s new voice and visual identity were launched to staff and students on September 30. The new visual identity may be used from 8 January 2009.New University Web Templates Now Available - 2008-12-03
The new Macquarie University web templates are now available to website owners and technical staff on request from Chas Christodoulides, University Web Services Manager.University Timeline - 2008-12-03
The University Timeline is now updated for 2009.Printery Dates - 2008-12-03
Dates for submitting material to the Printery are now available online.Call for Information - 2008-11-28
The biodiversity working group at Macquarie University are trying to get all the information regarding the natural conditions of University grounds into one central location.
Christmas Functions - 2008-11-28
As we head towards year end, it is timely to remind all staff of the University policy with regard to entertainment.
News@MQ - 2008-11-26
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Congratulations Marnie Hughes-Warrington - 2008-11-26
Last night, Associate Professor Marnie Hughes-Warrington was awarded the Australian Learning and Teaching Council's most prestigious prize - the 2008 Prime Minister's University Teacher of the Year award.
Macquarie University Research Innovation Fund (MQRIF) - Now Open - 2008-11-24
The Macquarie University Research Innovation Fund is now open for applications.
Macquarie Station on Track for early 2009 - 2008-11-24
The Epping-Chatswood rail link is set to start running in March 2009.
News in November for U@MQ - 2008-11-17
News in November for U@MQAUQA Briefing Sessions - 2008-11-13
During the first week of November there were four briefing sessions concerning the May 2009 Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA) Review Visit to Macquarie.Save trees by utilising electronic media this Christmas - 2008-11-13
With awareness regarding resource conservation and unnecessary waste becoming more and more prominent, Paul Bowler, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Chief Operating Officer & Registrar, and the Sustainability@MQ team urge everyone to utilise electronic Christmas Cards this year.News@MQ - 2008-11-12
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Weight Watchers @ Work Program Second Session Starts Wednesday November 12 - 2008-11-10
Due to the outstanding success of our first Weight Watchers @ Work group in losing a combined total of 188.5 kg in 11 weeks, the Macquarie University Medical Service is delighted to announce that a second 12 week session of the Weight Watchers @ Work program will take place.Nomination of People and Planet Units - 2008-10-30
One of the key aims of the People and Planet initiatives - as outlined in 3.3 of the White Paper - is to encourage students to study some units outside of their primary discipline.Changes to Academic Costume for the Faculties - 2008-10-29
On 25 June 2008 Council approved the reallocation of some of the existing Academic Costume colours from the Divisions to the Faculties and the addition of new colours for the Faculty of Business and Economics and the Advanced School of Medicine.News@MQ - 2008-10-28
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Your Gateway to Change - 2008-10-27
A new internal communications website, Momentum, is now in place to provide you with the latest information on all our change initiatives.Temporary Chiropractic Outpatient Clinic - 2008-10-24
The Department of Health and Chiropractic is pleased to advise that a temporary chiropractic outpatient clinic will be located on campus until the end of the year, commencing from Thursday 23 October 2008.Mary-Jane Gleeson - Remembrance - 2008-10-23
Staff are invited to come together to remember Mary-Jane when a plaque will be unveiled in honor of her memory.TEDS Online Orders - 2008-10-21
The Teaching Evaluation for Development Service (TEDS) wishes to advise that the online order facility is now working and can be used, as previously, to order all teaching evaluation questionnaires.MGSM Economist Intelligence Unit 2008 F-T MBA Business Survey Rankings - 2008-10-21
The latest world Business School rankings results, the Economist Intelligence Unit 2008 F-T MBA rankings, were just released and MGSM has moved up the rankings.MACCS is looking for CRT Monitors - 2008-10-20
Rather than sending CRT monitors to e-waste perhaps consider donating them for MACCS research.TEDS Online Order Facility - 2008-10-16
The Teaching Evaluation for Development Service (TEDS) wishes to advise that the online order facility for all TEDS orders for evaluations on the Learning and Teaching website is not working (it is being attended to), and all orders sent from mid-morning Monday 13 October to Thursday 16 October have not been received.News@MQ - 2008-10-13
A new edition of News@MQ is online.U@MQ October News For Staff - 2008-10-10
To ensure that you are kept up to date with what is happening on campus, U@MQ have put together their October newsletter.ARC Future Fellowships for 2009 - 2008-10-09
The ARC Future Fellowship Funding Rules for funding commencing in 2009, together with related documents including Instructions to Applicants, are now available on the ARC Web Site.Pedestrian Safety - 2008-10-03
There has been a recent incident of a pedestrian being injured while crossing Herring Road.Linkage Projects Round 2 - 2008-10-03
The Linkage Projects Round 2 Application form is now available in the ARC’s Grant Application Management System (GAMS) via the ARC Website.The Macquarie University Foundation - 2008-10-02
We are excited to announce the establishment of The Macquarie University Foundation and the appointment of two highly respected Australian business leaders as inaugural patrons of the Foundation Board.Does Macquarie behave ethically? - 2008-09-30
Here is your chance to ensure we do...News@MQ - 2008-09-29
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Access Macquarie - 2008-09-23
Access Macquarie is now a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) under the Australian Qualifications Training Framework (AQTF 2007). We are keen to hear from MQ Departments who are interested in offering VETAB accredited qualifications as stand alone courses or pre-entry pathway programsPhotocopier Lease Agreement Review Project - 2008-09-23
A review of all photocopier lease agreements entered into by all Divisions, Departments and Offices of Macquarie University has commenced.Open Day Staff Draw - 2008-09-18
The Marketing Unit would like to congratulate the winners of the Open Day Staff Draw.Mobile Phone and Battery Recycling Boxes - 2008-09-18
Anyone who wishes to dispose of unwanted mobile phones and accessories can now do so in the Mobile Muster recycling boxes located at Level 2 of the library and also at The Spot located in the U@MQ building.News@MQ - 2008-09-15
A new edition of News@MQ is online.External Funding Opportunities - 2008-09-04
Researchers are encouraged to apply for external funding opportunities through the Cancer Council and Australian Government National Security Research Funding.News@MQ - 2008-09-01
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Future Fellowships - 2008-08-27
In today's edition of The Australian Higher Education Supplement, you will see that Macquarie is advertising for the best and brightest mid-career researchers to apply for ARC Future Fellowships to join our CORE teams.AUQA Review Visit May 2009 - 2008-08-26
The Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA) will be undertaking a second review of Macquarie in the week commencing Monday 4 May 2009 - this is known as AUQA2.Student Publication - 2008-08-19
As some of you may have heard, the editorial team of the Macquarie University Student Publication, "Speculum", has resigned.U@MQ News - 2008-08-19
Welcome to the first U@MQ News for Semester Two!Open Day posters and promotional materials - 2008-08-19
To avoid the normal last minute rush, and to ensure that the posters and promotional material for Open Day on Saturday 13 September will be available on time, please forward the print files to the Printery as soon as possible.News@MQ - 2008-08-18
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Academic Advantage - 2008-08-15
This week Academic Senate endorsed a bonus UAI point scheme for school leavers applying to selected Macquarie degree programs in 2009.Ethics Framework Project - 2008-08-15
The Values Exchange is a web-based forum designed to prompt ethical reflection and promote the exchange of ideas.Transitional Arrangements for Publications Pending New Image - 2008-08-15
One Voice One Image will be launched at a Town Hall meeting on 30 September, with implementation of our new visual identity planned for January 2009.Review of Academic Programs - 2008-08-15
The University's APC and Academic Senate have endorsed the Principles of the White Paper on the Review of Academic Programs.What's the Latest on Learning and Teaching? - 2008-08-14
The Learning and Teaching blog, located at www.mq.edu.au/learningandteachingcentre/blog/, keeps you updated on the latest Learning and Teaching issues in the sector as well as the projects on campus such as those on Curriculum Renewal.Learning and Teaching Grants Schemes - 2008-08-14
You are reminded that money is available through the Learning and Teaching Grants Schemes.The General Sir John Monash Awards - 2008-08-08
Nominations are now open for The General Sir John Monash Awards. The closing date is 31 August. The awards are to enable individual applicants to undertake postgraduate study internationally.Mobile Blood Service - 2008-08-07
The Australian Red Cross Mobile Blood Service will be in the Atrium, U@MQ Building, on Thursday 7 August from 10am-3pm and Friday 8 August from 10am-2.45pm.Toyota Finance Research Fellowship 2008 - 2008-08-05
The purpose of the Toyota Finance Research Fellowship 2008 is to promote research of the Japanese economy and its relationship with other economies in the world. The fellowship will consist of a one-off payment of $2,000.News@MQ - 2008-08-04
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Launch of Power Saving Campaign - 2008-08-04
Sustainability@MQ is launching an awareness and education campaign in an effort to reduce our energy consumption.Macfest and Fair Trade Coffee - 2008-08-04
Macfest 08 is a celebration of the arrival of Semester Two. It will be held in the Central Courtyard on 5- 7 August from 10am-3pm showcasing numerous services, entertainment, information on social sports, recreation trips and much more! Additionally, at the Sustainability Fair, in the Central Courtyard on 14 August, U@MQ will be trialing Fair Trade coffee on campus.Selling an American Dream: Australia's Greek Cafe - 2008-08-01
Selling an American Dream: Australia's Greek Café is a photographic exhibition that explores the key role that Greek Australians played during the formative years of Australian culture. It was launched recently at the National Museum of Australia and is on show there in Canberra until November 16, 2008 before travelling to other Australian venues. The exhibition was developed and curated by Leonard Janiszewski and Effy Alexakis (Modern History).Weight Watchers @ Work Program - New Campus Initiative - 2008-07-31
Macquarie University Medical Service are introducing a new health initiative for staff on campus, the Weight Watchers at Work (WW@W) Program.AIPS Tall Poppy Science Awards - 2008-07-28
Nominations are now open for the AIPS Tall Poppy Science Awards, which recognise young researchers in the sciences. Entries close on Friday August 1.B Strain Influenza Expected to Rise - 2008-07-28
Microbiologists have suggested there may be an increase in B strain Flu in August and September due to the increase in overseas visitors.Academic Restructure Implementation Presentations - 2008-07-24
Presentations on the Academic Restructure Faculty General Staff, Implementation Proposal will be held on Wednesday 30 July.
News@MQ - 2008-07-21
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Audit of External Research-Based Engagement and Knowledge Transfer - 2008-07-18
Following a pilot trial of two Divisions in May, staff in the remaining Divisions will now be contacted to participate in the Audit.
Blackboard CE6: Are you ready for Semester 2? - 2008-07-15
This is a reminder that your online unit will need to be activated for the coming semester.First half-year Examination Result Release - 2008-07-11
As previously advised to students, official examination results for first half-year will not be released till Tuesday 15 July. However, we discovered yesterday that a non-Macquarie web posting on Wednesday night advised students that Macquarie's student results can be accessed early from a non-eStudent site.U@MQ Finance - 2008-07-09
U@MQ is offering all Macquarie University Departments, Schools and Faculties a revised credit facility to enable purchases "On account" to be made from the U@MQ Shop, U@MQ Spot and Globe Cafe and for catering from U@MQ Crunch and room hire through U@MQ Venues.Global Student Entrepreneur Awards Competition - 2008-07-08
Undergraduate students who own and run a business could win US$100,000 in this year's Global Student Entrepreneur Awards Competition (GSEA).News@MQ - 2008-07-07
A new edition of News@MQ is online.U@MQ News – Staff - 2008-07-07
It’s the recess period, but U@MQ has loads of exciting events, activities and specials for you!New Name for the University's English Language Centre - 2008-07-04
The Centre for Macquarie English (CME) is the new name for Macquarie's English Language Centre, formerly known as NCELTR English Language Programs.Research Grants and Macquarie University Research Centres - 2008-07-03
Research grants are available through the GlaxoSmithKline Postgraduate Support Grant, Research Infrastructure Block Grants and the Macquarie University Research Centre scheme.Reminder regarding course material for Second Semester - 2008-07-02
To ensure that students have access to the Second Semester course material before the semester starts, please submit the material to the Printery as soon as possible for print and delivery to the Bookshop.Content Management System - 2008-07-02
The University Web Services Team is undertaking a series of projects surrounding the Academic Restructure and the choice and implementation of a web Content Management System (CMS).Christine Jones - 2008-06-25
Christine Jones, Department Administrator in the Department of Media, died peacefully on 19 June after a long battle with cancer.News@MQ - 2008-06-23
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Apology - 2008-06-20
Yesterday's Announcement about Jill McKinnon's death was inadvertently included in an incorrect category of the Announcement site. This has now been rectified and the new link to this announcement can be found at www.announcements.mq.edu.au/others/dr_jill_mckinnon. The Announcements team unreservedly apologises for yesterday's error.
Lectern Training Dates for July and August - 2008-06-19
Audio Visual Technology Services will be holding training sessions in the use of the installed Lecterns and associated audiovisual equipment.Dr Jill McKinnon - 2008-06-19
Dr Jill McKinnon died peacefully on 15 June after a long battle with cancer.U@MQ News - Staff - 2008-06-19
Keep in the loop at what's happening in the world of U@MQ.News@MQ - 2008-06-10
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Participants Needed for Weight Watchers/GP Study - 2008-06-06
The Metabolism and Obesity Research Unit at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital are seeking participants for a Weight Watchers/GP Study.We say 'thank you' for your help with the 'Support China's Sichuan' Fundraising@MQ - 2008-06-05
Macquarie University has raised over $47,000 for victims of the earthquake in China.Successful ARC Linkage Projects to commence in July 2008 - 2008-06-04
The ARC have just announced the outcomes for 2007 Round 2 Linkage Projects grants for projects to start in July 2008.U@MQ Saturday Trading - 2008-05-27
U@MQ now has outlets around campus open for Saturday trading.News@MQ - 2008-05-26
A new edition of News@MQ is online.Staff Walking Group and Winter Cycling - 2008-05-23
The Staff Walking Group, run by U@MQ Active is looking for more walkers to join, and during the winter break, U@MQ Active, in association with Bike North, will run a series of lunchtime rides in the Macquarie University area.U@MQ Food Court - 2008-05-21
Please be advised that as part of our drive towards sustainable working practices the napkin and cutlery station will no longer be available from Monday 26 May onwards.Academic Senate Student Election 2008 - 2008-05-14
Election of two members of the Academic Senate by the students of the University.University Council Student Election 2008 - 2008-05-14
Election of one member of the University Council by the students of the University.The next stage of Macquarie's recruitment campaign - 2008-05-13
One of the key strategies we’re employing to help us achieve our goal of becoming one of Australia's leading research universities by the time of our 50th birthday in 2014 is a major international recruitment campaign, focused on attracting large numbers of world-class researchers to our areas of strength.News@MQ - 2008-05-12
A new edition of News@MQ is online.U@MQ Special Offers - 2008-05-09
Special offers are available at selected U@MQ Food and Beverage Outlets.Macquarie University's Global Futures Program - 2008-05-07
I am delighted to launch Macquarie University's Global Futures Program, which will provide students and staff with the opportunity to learn and advance their careers through service to the community.Alumni SIRIUS Magazine - Autumn 2008 Edition - 2008-05-05
The Alumni Relations Office is delighted to bring Macquarie University staff our Autumn 2008 online edition of SIRIUS, Macquarie’s alumni magazine.Macquarie University Diary - 2008-05-01
Have you got your FREE 2008 Macquarie University Diary?News@MQ - 2008-04-28
A new edition of News@MQ is online. Visit www.staffnews.mq.edu.auStaff Development Opportunities - 2008-04-22
Applications for MGSM Postgraduate Scholarship for General Staff and also for Leadership Essentials Series 8 close on Wednesday, 30 April 2008.Macquarie University Diary and FREE Business Review Weekly - 2008-04-17
All Macquarie University staff are invited to head along to The U@MQ Spot, Level One, U@MQ Building to collect their FREE 2008 Macquarie University Diary and Business Review Weekly.Sustainability Wiki now LIVE - 2008-04-15
In an effort to gain feedback, input, comments and suggestions from students and staff, Sustainability@MQ has developed a Wiki for interactive discussion on sustainability issues.Staff News - 2008-04-14
A new edition of Staff News is now online.Choose a Winner for the Power Saving Campaign Design and Slogan Competition - 2008-04-09
During the last three weeks of March, Sustainability@MQ ran a Power Saving Campaign Design and Slogan Competition. Numerous entries were received and we are now looking for a winner.Vale Dr Andrew Vincent - 2008-04-09
It is with much sadness that we report on the untimely death of Dr Andrew Vincent.Return of Unspent Internal Research Grant Allocations - 2008-04-07
In line with advice from the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research) to all Deans and Head of Offices (Dated 21 December 2007), the Office of Financial Services is conducting a review of unspent research grant allocations.One Voice One Image - Defining The Macquarie University Brand - 2008-03-31
We would like to invite you to help define the voice of the Macquarie University brand.Staff News - 2008-03-31
A new edition of Staff News is now online.Invitation to Nominate the Next Round of Concentrations of Research Excellence (COREs) - 2008-03-31
I would like to invite all members of the Macquarie Community to nominate new COREs or how the existing Cores can be strengthened.
Leadership Essentials Series 8 Program Nominations - 2008-03-28
Nominations are now open for Leadership Essentials Series 8 Program and will remain open until Wednesday 30 April.Applications for Certificate IV in Business - 2008-03-28
Applications for Certificate IV in Business (Front Line Management) are due Monday 14 April.Earth Hour Reminder 8pm - 9pm Saturday 29 March 2008 - 2008-03-28
In support of Earth Hour, Macquarie University will turn off non-essential lighting and equipment for one hour between 8pm and 9pm tomorrow.General Staff Grants - 2008-03-27
Applications for General Staff Grants are due on Friday 28 March.Review of Academic Programs - Green Paper - 2008-03-26
The Review is being undertaken as part of the re-positioning of Macquarie as a research-intensive university, and with the aim of ensuring that our Academic Programs are aligned with our vision and new structure.Power Shutdown - 2008-03-26
On Wednesday 9 April 2008 a shutdown of all electrical power will occur in Building W6B between 6am and 8am to allow for installation of RCD's to Distribution Board B2.Provision of Photographic and Video Services - 2008-03-25
Photographic and video services will now be provided at commercial rates by external suppliers.Earth Hour 2008 - 2008-03-25
Sydney Earth Hour 2008 is approaching and Macquarie University has again signed up to participate.Annual Publications Collection - 2008-03-20
We will be running short sessions on the IRIS publications process.Power Shutdown Notification - 2008-03-19
On Wednesday 16 April 2008 a shutdown of all electrical power will occur in buildings E6A, E6B, F7B & F5A between 5am and 5:45am to allow Energy Australia to complete Substation Maintenance.Vale Val Plumwood - 2008-03-17
Dr Val Plumwood was a temporary lecturer in the Philosophy Department at Macquarie from 1984 until 1989. She had many friends here at the University and we were very saddened to hear of her death on Friday 29 February 2008.Staff News - 2008-03-17
A new edition of Staff News is now online.Macquarie University Research Development Grants Scheme – Now Open - 2008-03-14
The Macquarie University Research Development Grants Scheme is now open for applications.Carrick Institute’s ‘EnRoLE’ Initiative - 2008-03-11
Macquarie University would like to document existing role play designers and facilitators.Reminder: Ethics Project Scenarios Deadline 17 March - 2008-03-11
This is a reminder to all staff and students to send us your examples of ethical dilemmas.Last Day to Complete the Transport Survey for the Sustainable Transport Strategy - 2008-03-07
Sustainability@MQ would like to inform you that today is the last day to complete the short survey regarding your travel patterns to and from Macquarie University.Trademark Review - 2008-03-07
We are undertaking a review of all the uses of our name - both Macquarie on its own and Macquarie University.Blackboard CE6: Staff Training and Development Program - 2008-03-07
Additional training sessions are available for staff new to Blackboard CE6 and staff who were using WebCT 4.Design of University Publications - 2008-03-06
Paper Monkey Designs has been asked to develop consistent design elements for the range of printed materials produced throughout the University.Staff News New Edition - 2008-03-03
A new edition of Staff News is online.Career Development Office Name Change - 2008-03-03
The Career Development Office has changed its name to the Career Development Centre (CDC) to reflect the developmental nature of our work with students.Launch of Certificate IV in Business (Front Line Management) - 2008-02-29
Macquarie University is launching Series 2 of the Certificate IV in Business (Front Line Management).University Timeline Now Available - 2008-02-28
A University Timeline is now available. The Timeline provides, in one location, all the major dates of relevance to staff and students.Nominations for 2007 Macquarie Alumni Awards for Distinguished Service - 2008-02-28
The Macquarie Alumni Relations Office invites nominations for 2007 Macquarie Alumni Awards for Distinguished Service.
Carrick Institute Competitive Grants Program - 2008-02-27
Staff are reminded that both Applications and Expressions of Interest for Competitive Grants are due in at the Carrick Institute for Learning and Teaching in Higher Education on the 27 March 2008.Transport Survey for the Sustainable Transport Strategy - 2008-02-26
Sustainability@MQ invites you to complete a short survey regarding your travel patterns to and from Macquarie University.Ethics Framework Project - 2008-02-26
Update on Ethics Project and invitation to submit example ethical dilemmas.ARC Linkage Projects, Round 1 - for Funding in 2009 - 2008-02-22
Round 1 of the ARC Linkage Projects scheme for funding in 2009 is due to open during the second week of March 2008.Retention of Assessment Materials - 2008-02-20
We will be meeting our legal obligations if we retain all examination papers (scripts) for a minimum of six months from the date of publication of the results for the unit.The New ‘Staff News' - 2008-02-18
Welcome to the new 'Staff News' for 2008.On-line Version of Who's Who in Australia and Who's Who in Business - 2008-02-15
We are considering purchasing an on-line version of Who's Who in Australia and Who's Who in Business for campus-wide use.Vale Brian Fegan - 2008-02-12
Dr Brian Fegan, a retired senior lecturer in Anthropology, died on 8 February after a two year struggle with Mesothelioma. His funeral will be held at 2pm Wednesday 13 February, Northern Suburbs Crematorium, South Chapel.Clarification - 2008-02-11
Some Macquarie University staff members may recently have received a green envelope containing an invitation to Property Investment Education Seminars from the ParkTrent Properties Group, to be held on University premises over February.Relocation of Macquarie University Alumni Office - 2008-02-08
The Macquarie University Alumni Office has re-located from the Lincoln Building to the Becton Dickinson (BD) Building.Harbourlife Exhibition - Macquarie University Art Gallery - 2008-01-30
Harbourlife Exhibition - Macquarie University Art GalleryMaterial to Macquarie University Printery - 2008-01-30
To ensure that the Bookshop has the course material ready for students, please submit the material to the Macquarie University Printery as early as possible.
Macquarie University has a New Home Page - 2008-01-29
Macquarie University has a new Home PageBlackboard CE6: Staff Training and Development Program - 2008-01-16
Book yourself into training to prepare your online unit for Semester 1 2008.Sirius, Summer December 2007 Edition - 2007-12-20
The Alumni Office is delighted to bring all Macquarie University staff our 2007 Summer December edition of SIRIUS, Macquarie’s online alumni magazine.Macquarie Win at AFI Awards - 2007-12-07
The Macquarie University community would like to congratulate PhD candidate Anna Broinowski whose film Forbidden Lie$ last night won Best Documentary and Best Editing in a Documentary at the 2007 Australian Film Institute Awards.Medical Service - Health Checks - 2007-12-07
It's extremely quiet on campus at the moment, and our doctors have plenty of appointment spaces available. Why not take the opportunity to have your annual health check before Christmas festivities weigh you down.Macquarie Centre carpark - 2007-12-04
From Monday 3 December, parking inspectors from the City of Ryde have commenced enforcing the 1 hour and 3 hour parking time limits of Macquarie Centre car parks.
