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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Friday 6 November 2009
Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Friday 30 October 2009
All ANU staff, students and their families are invited to an afternoon of festivities at the inaugural ANU End of Year Festival.
1-4pm, Sunday 22 November, Chifley Library lawns
• Gorman House Markets, gourmet food stalls and Plonk...
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 20 October 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 20 October 2009
Submitted by Sean Perera on Thursday 15 October 2009
The TSCF 2010 International Conference, "Social Capital in Practice", will be held in Mellieha , Malta
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Submitted by Sean Perera on Thursday 15 October 2009
Having submitted his PhD thesis, Sean Perera writes to the Campus Review about the post thesis submission wait. If you subscribe to Campus Review see http...
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Wednesday 14 October 2009
ANU Stands Up for Change is about standing up against extreme poverty and for the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. This event is an Anti-Poverty Week event and gives ANU staff and students the opportunity to learn about and take part in the growing global movement to end extreme poverty.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Wednesday 14 October 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Wednesday 14 October 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Sunday 11 October 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Sunday 11 October 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Friday 9 October 2009
Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Tuesday 29 September 2009
Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Monday 28 September 2009
Is your supervisor:
Engaging?
Inspiring?
Motivated?
Passionate?
Empowering?
A True Mentor?
Just Plain Tops?
Make sure the university knows! Don't save it for the acknowledgements page of your thesis, tell them now! Nominate them for a 100% genuinely Student Award for Top Supervisors. Give them the recognition they deserve!
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Engaging?
Inspiring?
Motivated?
Passionate?
Empowering?
A True Mentor?
Just Plain Tops?
Make sure the university knows! Don't save it for the acknowledgements page of your thesis, tell them now! Nominate them for a 100% genuinely Student Award for Top Supervisors. Give them the recognition they deserve!
...
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Sunday 27 September 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Saturday 26 September 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Saturday 26 September 2009
Submitted by Sean Perera on Friday 25 September 2009
The ANU AusAid Liaison Office has advertised a vacancy for the post of Tutor-Postgraduate Econometrics Coursework. For further details contact Ms Janet Street
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 21 September 2009
Australia: Good practice guide for colleges
Minister welcomes Australian education roundtable results
Indian student visa requests decline
Transport concessions: Sydney and Melbourne face arm-twisting in Brisbane
ESOS amendments aren’t enough: Coalition
Minister welcomes Australian education roundtable results
Indian student visa requests decline
Transport concessions: Sydney and Melbourne face arm-twisting in Brisbane
ESOS amendments aren’t enough: Coalition
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Thursday 17 September 2009
Having trouble communication with your supervisor? The ANU Councelling Centre is offering a free workshop for Postgrads on Septemeber 22, to help you to more effectively negotiate with your supervisor. Registration is essential. For more details and to register, see http://counselling.anu.edu.au/group-program-and-workshops
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 16 September 2009
Thousands of National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) members at 16
universities around Australia (see attached list) will take industrial
action tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September, by stopping work for 24 hours
(except University of Tasmania, which will stop work for 4 hours).
universities around Australia (see attached list) will take industrial
action tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September, by stopping work for 24 hours
(except University of Tasmania, which will stop work for 4 hours).
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 16 September 2009
Beware flaws in Melbourne model
Hanson-Young: Greens call for Education Commission as Govt faces up to international student realities
Foreign student market 'at risk'
Overseas students lobby MPs in Canberra
Private college let me down, says sick student
Gillard kicks off student roundtable
Delay of bill could cost $100 million
Foreign students...
Hanson-Young: Greens call for Education Commission as Govt faces up to international student realities
Foreign student market 'at risk'
Overseas students lobby MPs in Canberra
Private college let me down, says sick student
Gillard kicks off student roundtable
Delay of bill could cost $100 million
Foreign students...
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Friday 11 September 2009
The 15th Annual Lions Oratory Competition 2009 will be held in the Finkel Lecture Theatre, The John Curtin School of Medical Research, Building 131, Garran Road. Wednesday 16th September 2009, 6pm.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 9 September 2009
The working hours question: 24 or free-for-all?
Greens commend Senate on abolishing detention debts
Nationals ease opposition to student levy
Labor courts Nationals on student fees
Sydney disagreement brings unis to the brink of industrial action
US international postgraduate numbers fall as domestic enrolments rise
New claims of international student...
Greens commend Senate on abolishing detention debts
Nationals ease opposition to student levy
Labor courts Nationals on student fees
Sydney disagreement brings unis to the brink of industrial action
US international postgraduate numbers fall as domestic enrolments rise
New claims of international student...
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Tuesday 8 September 2009
The closing date for the 4th ANU Community Photographic Calendar Competition
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Tuesday 8 September 2009
The Global Management Challenge is the largest and most well established business simulation competition in the world with students from over 31 countries competing.
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Tuesday 8 September 2009
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 7 September 2009
Student rally over education demands
Denial of equal rights brings students to the streets
Students rally for travel concessions
More private colleges put on inquiry hit list
Sydney Uni looks at slashing intake
Greens demand national student card
Australia Under Pressure to Protect International Students
Controversial Legislation May Give...
Denial of equal rights brings students to the streets
Students rally for travel concessions
More private colleges put on inquiry hit list
Sydney Uni looks at slashing intake
Greens demand national student card
Australia Under Pressure to Protect International Students
Controversial Legislation May Give...
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Monday 7 September 2009
The current round of Chevening Scholarships close on Sunday 18 October.
Chevening scholarships are targeted towards a broad...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 2 September 2009
International branding under threat
International students may spurn UK because of new visa rules
Greens spruik national student card
Ranking system call for colleges
Who's on top?
Consultation is the key: communiqué
Universities not a cure-all
MBA far from a sure road to princely salary
Private call for subsidies
International students may spurn UK because of new visa rules
Greens spruik national student card
Ranking system call for colleges
Who's on top?
Consultation is the key: communiqué
Universities not a cure-all
MBA far from a sure road to princely salary
Private call for subsidies
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 2 September 2009
Uni lecturers prepare to stop work in four states
Curb vocational education rorts, says Denise Bradley
We're failing to nurture wisdom, uni chief asserts
Repairing damaged ties
Slump in Indian student numbers
Heavy-handed treatment of agents could backfire
Curb vocational education rorts, says Denise Bradley
We're failing to nurture wisdom, uni chief asserts
Repairing damaged ties
Slump in Indian student numbers
Heavy-handed treatment of agents could backfire
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 2 September 2009
Income support revamp could fail
The five absurdities of blocking VSU
Gillard told to act on rogue colleges
Hanson-Young: Greens propose Education Commission as international student senate inquiry holds hearings
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 2 September 2009
Rallies are being held in Sydney and Melbourne this week to demand equity when it comes to public transport.
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Wednesday 2 September 2009
The ANU AusAID Liaison Office is current looking for a tutor to assist students studying in Master of Financial Management and Master of Finance programs
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 26 August 2009
Julia Gillard tipped to give ground on gap-year students
Gillard mulls youth allowance changes
Gap students win new deal from Julia Gillard
Crisis blamed on regulators
Uni 'in denial' over student attacks
Gillard mulls youth allowance changes
Gap students win new deal from Julia Gillard
Crisis blamed on regulators
Uni 'in denial' over student attacks
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 26 August 2009
Senate blow to services
Crackdown on visa vultures
International review will stick to ESOS issues: Baird
Operator of rooming company raided
Crackdown on student recruitment
Abuse of course rules traps foreign students
Crackdown on visa vultures
International review will stick to ESOS issues: Baird
Operator of rooming company raided
Crackdown on student recruitment
Abuse of course rules traps foreign students
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 26 August 2009
The Federal Government’s Student Services and Amenities Bill was defeated in the Senate today in a tied vote.
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Wednesday 26 August 2009
Student Leadership Positions, Laurus Wing, Ursula Hall for 2010
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Friday 21 August 2009
The Graduate Lounge is a new social space for ANU graduate students next to the Fellows Café and Bar at University House. Come and enjoy some free food and drink at the Grand Opening, 4-5pm, Friday September 4
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Friday 21 August 2009
Do you utilise the ANU Union (http://www.anuunion.com.au ANUBar, Ref, Pajenka's etc)?
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Tuesday 18 August 2009
The Student Services Bill was defeated in the senate today
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Monday 17 August 2009
The Student Services andAmenities Bill is in Senate this week and will hopeully be passed by the end of the week. A link with details is attached.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 13 August 2009
Internship Program Opens Doors for Networking Academy Students to Gain International Work Experience
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Tuesday 11 August 2009
The Australian Medical Council (AMC) Directors have endorsed a code of conduct that defines clear, nationally consistent standards of medical practice.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Tuesday 11 August 2009
Baird to head foreign education review
Education industry vulnerable without review: Baird
Learn English, Indian MP tells students<...
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Monday 10 August 2009
CAPA Background Paper:
Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Friday 7 August 2009
The Semester 2 timetable for events and workshops with the ANU Careers Centre is now available
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Wednesday 29 July 2009
Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Wednesday 22 July 2009
Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Wednesday 22 July 2009
The innovative new network website for early-career researchers, Graduate Junction, is launching its first International Online Research Poster Competition and researchers at ANU have the opportunity to be involved.
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Wednesday 22 July 2009
The Research Institute for Asia and the Pacific at the University of Sydney is currently inviting postgraduate and senior undergraduate students to apply for the 2010 Australia-Korea Internship Program (AKIP).
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 7 July 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 7 July 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 7 July 2009
Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Thursday 2 July 2009
Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 29 June 2009
Invitation to join PARSA's Social and Communications Teams - from PARSA's President.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 26 June 2009
PARSA has been alerted to the disadvantageous position students will be placed in as a result of the changes to ACTION Bus School Term Ticket eligibility. As of 01st July 2009 tertiary students will not be eligible to use the School Term Ticket.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 25 June 2009
APEC Study Center, City University of Hong Kong
(Abstract Submission Deadline: July 31, 2009)
(Abstract Submission Deadline: July 31, 2009)
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 25 June 2009
In anticipation of a Senate Inquiry into international students, and a Commonwealth Round Table on international student issues, CAPA is preparing a synopsis of issues for international postgraduates. Postgrad students are invited to attend.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Wednesday 24 June 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 23 June 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 22 June 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 22 June 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 22 June 2009
Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Friday 19 June 2009
Universities Australia has adopted a ten point action plan for student safety
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 11 June 2009
A free online resource aimed at connecting graduate researchers around the world.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 11 June 2009
Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Thursday 11 June 2009
Online resource for postgraduate students aimed at connecting graduate researchers around the world.
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Thursday 11 June 2009
The General Sir John Monash Foundation postgraduate awards for 2010
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Tuesday 9 June 2009
The ANU Health Service is now offering free immunisation to all staff and students who wish to receive seasonal flu vaccination.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Tuesday 9 June 2009
We will fly you to the University of Adelaide to learn about opportunities for PhD study in the School of Molecular and Biomedical Science.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 4 June 2009
Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 4 June 2009
The Government’s Radical Changes to Student Income Support
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Monday 1 June 2009
Free Trivia Nights at The Fellows Café and Bar, University House, 1 Balmain Crescent, Acton.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 29 May 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Thursday 28 May 2009
Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Thursday 28 May 2009
Second Annual Festival of Teaching, 10-11 June 2009, Copland Lecture Theatre and H.W. Arndt Building.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 27 May 2009
The Institute for European Studies (IES) at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) calls for applications for six full-time doctoral researchers. The IES is a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence whose research strategy focuses on the EU in an international setting.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 27 May 2009
For Postgraduate or Postdoctoral study and research in the United States
Valued up to $A50,000
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 27 May 2009
For Postgraduate or Postdoctoral study and research in the United States
Valued up to $A50,000
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 27 May 2009
These scholarships are open to Australian citizens to undertake research or study in the United States and must be started between 1 July...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 27 May 2009
To undertake a 3-6 month study or research program in the United States
Valued at $A25,000
<...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 27 May 2009
To undertake a 3-4 month research or study program in the United States
Valued at $A25,000
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 27 May 2009
To undertake a study or research program in the United States
Valued up to $A50,000
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Tuesday 26 May 2009
The University is conducting a review of Student Residential Facilities, focussing on how the halls, residential colleges and lodges can better enrich the educational, social and cultural experiences of ANU students.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Wednesday 13 May 2009
Research Postgraduates win long awaited stipend rate increase
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Wednesday 13 May 2009
The 2009-2010 Federal budget includes $51.7 million to increase APAs above the poverty line and 72.7 million to provide Austudy to Masters students. A definite win for all Australian Postgrads! The APA increase will take effect in 2010, while the Austudy for Masters students, however, unfortunately doesn't come into effect until January 2012.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Tuesday 5 May 2009
A website has been established to provide up-to-date information to staff and students regarding the swine flu situation. It can be found at http://quicklink.anu.edu.au/pnah
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 4 May 2009
The Australian Government has recently announced that the one-off Training and Learning Bonus will be extended to Domestic Research Scholarship Holders.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 4 May 2009
Please note the addition of ANU Student Services in the left menu bar. If you would like to see a link added to an ANU service that you think is relevant to postgrad and research students, or if you find any broken links, please email it to me (Anna.Fox@anu.edu.au).
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 4 May 2009
www.gradskills.anu.edu.au is a product of The Research Graduate Skills Project, funded by the Australian Learning and Teaching Centre. The study was instigated due to recent pressure for universities and candidates to simultaneously enhance their academic skills and professional attributes.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 1 May 2009
After 2 months in Asia, your friendly Social and Publications Officer is back to take care of all your social and publications needs!
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Wednesday 29 April 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Wednesday 29 April 2009
Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Wednesday 29 April 2009
The Australian Government has recently announced that the one-off Training and Learning Bonus will be extended to Domestic Research Scholarship Holders.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 27 April 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 27 April 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 27 April 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 27 April 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 27 April 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 27 April 2009
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Monday 27 April 2009
Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Thursday 16 April 2009
The ANU Accommodation Service is inviting postgraduate students to complete a confidential survey on accommodation requirements for ANU postgraduate students.
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Tuesday 7 April 2009
PARSA has received an update from the Council of Australian Postgraduate Associations (CAPA) on student eligibility for the Household Stimulus Package.
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Monday 30 March 2009
Teach For Australia is a pioneering social initiative to confront educational disadvantage in challenging schools in Australia
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Thursday 26 March 2009
Were you born between 1984 and 1987 and interested in representing Australia in a world-wide committee of young people concerned about the future, similar to a "youth UN"? If so, you should register to join "One Young World"
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Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Thursday 26 March 2009
Uni Pub ANU 2009 short story competition open to all students enrolled at ANU. Competition closes 22 July 2009. For full criteria and entry details see www.anu.edu.au/dos/competitions_events.htm
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Submitted by Melissa Lovell on Wednesday 18 March 2009
The University of Hong Kong is launching the Society of Scholars in the
Humanities, a society of young scholars involved in cutting-edge research.
It is designed to encourage critical and creative thought both within and
between the disciplines in the Arts and Humanities. There are three research
Scholarships for 2009. There will be an open competition...
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Tuesday 17 March 2009
The International Students’ Department at ANU (http://isd.anu.edu.au/) has organised a free immigration seminar on Friday 20 March 2009.
Submitted by Diane Hutchens on Tuesday 17 March 2009
Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Wednesday 25 February 2009
Many postgraduate students have been concerned that they will miss out on the Rudd Goverments 2009 Stimulus package.
With the Training and Learning Bonus going to Students on Centrelink payments, and the Tax Bonus only going to Low Income Earners (<$100k) who had a net tax liability in the 2007-08 financial year, it appeared that students on tax free scholarships who...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 13 February 2009
A collaborative platform where you can share scientific contributions, enhance research partnership, inquire expertise in diverse fields, and track credentials and endeavors.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 13 February 2009
Minister for Youth and Sport Kate Ellis presented the details of the Federal Government’s proposed “VSU Response” to the Federal Parliament today. If passed, the Student Services and Amenities Bill will enable universities to charge students a compulsory fee as of July 1 2009. Students will have the option of deferring the fee to a HECS-style loan scheme (to be called ...
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Thursday 12 February 2009
A fellow HDR student, Robert Farla, has advice for using LaTeX, a professional document processing program, which is an alternative to MS word and is very useful for thesis and journal paper writing...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 30 January 2009
Where would you like to see them? Have your say now!
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 30 January 2009
... at the University of Bridgeport, New England.
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Submitted by Tegan Kelly on Wednesday 28 January 2009
Hello Everyone!
With Michael leaving to persue a new job offer in Melbourne (congratulations Michael!) I have been elected as the new president of PARSA, so thought I'd just write a few words by way of introduction.
My name is Tegan Kelly and I am a PhD student at the Research School of Earth Sciences. I originally hail from Sunny Tasmania, having moved to...
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Thursday 22 January 2009
List of web, email, training and phone numbers for teaching support in all areas. This information was given out at the Festival of Teaching workshop held in 2008. It is recommended you print out this list for future reference especially if you are involved in any teaching role at ANU or pick up a copy at the PARSA office.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 12 January 2009
This year's Survival Guide is currently being printed, but you can preview it as a pdf by clicking on the Publications tab in the navigation menu on the left. To pick up your free printed copy, come to our Welcome BBQ in February!
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Submitted by Melissa Lovell on Monday 15 December 2008
The 7:30 Report broadcast a segment on 1 December (ABC) on higher education, the redundancies at VU, Melbourne and La Trobe and on the Bradley Review and the challenges facing the higher education sector.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 9 December 2008
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 11 November 2008
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 11 November 2008
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 11 November 2008
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Tuesday 11 November 2008
Submitted by Melissa Lovell on Friday 7 November 2008
Those of you who are doing research may be interested in a new academic networking site at: http://www.academia.edu/.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Friday 7 November 2008
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Friday 7 November 2008
Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Friday 7 November 2008
Submitted by Michael Carmody on Friday 7 November 2008
PARSA together with the Research Students' Development Centre (RSDC) is developing a totally new publication by and for postgraduate students. It's very early days yet, with the first issue scheduled for publication in February 2009. If you're interested in helping to shape the look, feel and philosophy of a publication like this, then now is your chance!
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Friday 7 November 2008
Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 3 November 2008
The Council of Australian Postgraduate Associations (CAPA) cautiously welcomed the announcement today from Minister for Youth and Sport, Kate Ellis, of measures to address the impact of the former Federal Government’s “VSU” legislation.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 3 November 2008
If you're going to be in Sydney on 9 November, why not enjoy some free entertainment?
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 3 November 2008
Registrations are now open for the Council of Australian Postgraduate Associations (CAPA) 2008 National Conference and Annual Council Meeting (ACM)
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 20 October 2008
The Festival of Teaching takes place this week. Download the program here.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 13 October 2008
In the next few months, there will be more construction work as part of the major renewal program for the Colleges of Science, concentrated in the RSBS, Fenner, Hancock Precinct (known as the Banks Precinct).
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Submitted by Melissa Lovell on Tuesday 7 October 2008
The Council for Australian Postgraduate Associations (CAPA) has released an issues paper with a summary of key recommendations and submissions CAPA has made this year to government reviews on higher education.
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Submitted by Melissa Lovell on Friday 3 October 2008
The NTEU has now released a briefing considering the implications of the Productivity Commission's Draft Report into National Paid Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave for staff employed by the higher education sector. This has relevance for casual as well as contract and permanent staff.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 2 October 2008
La Trobe University in Bendigo says the latest round of new nursing places does not go far enough.
The ACT Liberals have released a youth policy that includes money to encourage teenage parents to stay in school or training programs.
MORE than 2000 high school students will arrive at the University of Wollongong (UOW) this week, hoping to gain a place at university...
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Submitted by Melissa Lovell on Thursday 2 October 2008
The Office for Women will appear before the House Employment and Workplace Relations Committee on Thursday 25 September from 11 am to discuss recent trends in pay equity and possible priority areas.
“The Committee is keen to assess the potential impact of the increasing pay gap between men and women on the range of opportunities available to women and families in...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 2 October 2008
From the car to the classroom, in the home or at the local park…wherever they are, we want to hear about them!
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Submitted by Melissa Lovell on Wednesday 10 September 2008
From Graduate Careers Australia:
Some new Australian postgraduates in their first full-time employment are starting work on salaries in excess of $60,000 according to a new report released by Graduate Careers Australia (GCA) today.
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Submitted by Michael Carmody on Tuesday 9 September 2008
This Friday, September 12th, PARSA will be hosting a Wine & Cheese tasting at Graduate House, with live music and great company. Tickets are only $5, and are available now - hurry, places are limited!
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Thursday 28 August 2008
A limited special pricing change to Dickson Precinct parking permits for eligible students for the remainder of 2008, starting on 1st September.
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Submitted by Michael Carmody on Tuesday 26 August 2008
Every year, the ANU produces a wall calendar with photos submitted by students. This year will be bigger than ever, and the deadline to submit your entries is Friday, the 26th of September.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Sunday 24 August 2008
Due to the large amount of building construction work that will occur near Fellows oval a decision has been made to temporarily close the oval and use the western side for contractor parking.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Sunday 24 August 2008
This grocery shop is presently being constructed near University House and is also close to the PARSA offices.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Sunday 24 August 2008
The excavation work for this new multistorey building is presently taking place. It is being built between the Crisp building and the Drill Hall Gallery.
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Submitted by Matthew Auckett on Sunday 24 August 2008
Approximately one hundred units consisting of studio, one bedroom and some two bedroom units will be built on the site near Dickson Rd and close to Ursula College. This complex will comprise of five levels.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 22 August 2008
The Graduate Junction is a website designed to bring together Masters, Doctoral and Postdoctoral researchers from any discipline around the globe. It aims to provide an easy way for researchers to find others who share their research interests alongside providing a central source of relevant information.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 22 August 2008
In the news: Proof that having children is a career killer has arrived with a study showing that two-thirds of women who take maternity leave do not get promoted.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 15 August 2008
As a Publications Officer and editor of the Postgrad Survival Guide and this website, I occasionally receive books to review from publishers who feel their books would be of interest to students. This review is for
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Submitted by Michael Carmody on Wednesday 13 August 2008
A large part of PARSA's work gets done through the PARSA Representative Council (PRC), which you're all invited to join! The PRC is the peak committee of postgraduate representatives - both research and coursework students - from across the ANU. The PRC will be having its next meeting on the 21st of August, which is next Thursday, at 12:30pm. If you're interested in seeing how...
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Submitted by Michael Carmody on Tuesday 12 August 2008
PARSA is always keen to gather as much information about the postgraduate experience as we can - but there are other people in the ANU who are just as interested as we are. The ANU's Centre for Educational Development and Academic Methods (CEDAM) runs a survey every year asking PhD students about their experiences. If you're a PhD student, then please do participate - the more...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 8 August 2008
There are three editorial positions, each of which includes an internship worth $1500. The students selected as editors will coordinate the review process and make the final selection of manuscripts following recommendations from reviewers. These positions are suitable for postgraduate students who have already had some experience in high-level academic writing. Prior publishing...
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Friday 11 July 2008
Are you a doctoral student or graduate?
Do you have insights about the student/advisor relationship?
We are seeking information on doctoral student/advisor relationships by collecting students and graduates stories and pictures and by inviting you to complete a short online survey (15 minutes) about your experiences.
Do you have insights about the student/advisor relationship?
We are seeking information on doctoral student/advisor relationships by collecting students and graduates stories and pictures and by inviting you to complete a short online survey (15 minutes) about your experiences.
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Submitted by Anna Fox on Monday 7 July 2008
This is me testing the blog function. I will need to create logins for the committee and teach them how to do this stuff, so keep watching this space for news from the PRC!
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Submitted by Kudasai Administrator on Wednesday 7 May 2008
Welcome to the new PARSA website. Please take a look around.
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