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Past Issues << | Issue 172: Monday 2 November 2009 |
Professor Patrick McGhee appointed as new Vice-ChancellorProfessor McGhee is currently Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Central Lancashire, and was previously Dean of Cultural, Legal and Social Studies, University of Central Lancashire; Associate Dean and Head of Psychology, University of Bolton; and Head of Psychology, University of Derby.
Prior to that he held academic positions at Sheffield Hallam University, Edge Hill University, and St George’s Hospital Medical School, University of London. He is a member of the HEFCE Teaching Quality and Student Experience Committee and Chair of the North West Universities Association Learning and Teaching Strategy Group. A graduate of Glasgow and Oxford, he recently completed an executive development programme at Harvard Business School. He is also a Chartered Health Psychologist and in 2009 was a winner of a National Teaching Fellowship from the HE Academy. Professor McGhee will take up his post on 1 February 2010.
More than five hundred graduates from the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering (CITE) celebrated academic success with family and friends at the first award ceremony held at the City of London’s Barbican Hall on Thursday 29 October.
Lord Rix, personally awarded degrees, diplomas and certificates to every graduate. He also conferred honorary awards upon leading public figures Liam Kane, Chief Executive of the East London Business Alliance (ELBA); Government Peer, Baroness Denise Kingsmill and well-known South Asian writer and broadcaster, Sathi Ludhianvi.
In addressing the graduates, Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Susan Price, said: “This is a day which celebrates the reward from a great deal of personal sacrifice and commitment, so congratulations to everyone here. I know many of you have worked exceptionally hard and UEL is a global community and we want to help and inspire our graduates to go on to achieve tremendous success in their careers and personal lives.”
Pictured: L-R Dr Mohammad Dastbaz, Sathi Ludhianvi, Professor Susan Price, Lord Rix, Baroness Kingsmill and Liam Kane.
Knowledge Dock Kicks off E-Factor Knowledge Dock launches the annual E-Factor business plan competition on 16 November during Global Entrepreneurship Week , where one lucky student or graduate will get the opportunity to win £10,000 to turn their business idea into a reality. In addition to the £10k, the winner will also receive one year’s free tenancy at the Petchey Centre for Entrepreneurship, one year’s mentoring from an industry professional, as well as a business stationery pack.
Colleagues who would like to promote the competition to their students can visit our website where they can access a 2 minute promotional video for students to view.
For further information, please visit: www.knowledgedock.com/efactor
Paul Coates wins Acadia Award for Innovative ResearchThe selection of Paul Coates for this award recognizes his influence on the field of Computation in Architecture since the 1970s. Since 1988, Paul has taught computing in architecture where he set up our Master of Computing & Design in 1991.
The MSc Computing & Design has produced unique and trend-setting research with many of its students becoming leaders in academia and industry. In 2004, Paul set up our Centre for Evolutionary Computing in Architecture with Christian Derix.
Chris Seow hosts Sir Kenneth Cork Management Lecture Chris Seow hosted the 2009 Sir Kenneth Cork Management Lecture at Morgan Stanley Auditorium, Canary Wharf earlier this month. The lecture, titled “Adapt or Die”, was delivered by Lord Bilimoria. Karan Bilimoria who is the founder of Cobra Beer as well as an Independent Cross Bench Peer at the House of Lords spoke on the importance of being adaptable and flexible. He also demonstrated how a business can grow through building a brand from scratch and putting the customer first.
Pictured: L-R Sir David Howard, President of the Chartered Management Institute; Lord Bilimoria, Founder of Cobra Beer and Chris Seow, Senior Lecturer at Royal Docks Business School and Chairman of City of London Branch of the Chartered Management Institute.
Mike Whelan wins AOP Assistant of the Year Award.UEL graduate Mike Whelan has won the prestigious Association of Photographers' Assistant of the Year Award.
For more information, visit: www.the-awards.com
For the full news release, visit: www.uel.ac.uk/news/stories/photo-comp.htm
Pictured: Some of Mike's award-winning work
It's a family affairOur former Barking Campus's flagship building, which majestically lines Longbridge Road was formally launched by Barking and Dagenham Mayor Charles Fairbrass last week (Tuesday 27 October), as Mayesbrook Manor. Weston Homes who purchased the Grade II listed building in 2005 redeveloped the property meticulously meeting the requirements of English Heritage, as well as, respecting the craftsmanship that went into the original building.
Professor Susan Price, UEL Acting Vice-Chancellor, said: “We used the money from the sale of our Barking Campus to complete facilities at our Docklands and Stratford campuses. I am delighted to have had the opportunity to see what Weston Homes has done with this wonderful building.”
Mark Willet, an estate agent and brother of Keith was also at the launch. Keith said: " It is a strange coincidence that I worked at the campus for maybe 15 years and was involved in selling it and now Mark will be involved in selling the redeveloped appartments."
Pictured: L-R Bob Weston, Chief Executive of Weston Homes who bought the building, Barking and Dagenham Mayor, Cllr Charles Fairbrass and Mark Willett in one of the new apartments.
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WISE UP: to wellbeing, safety and health 3 November, Stratford - 10am to 4pm and 10 November, Docklands - 10am to 4pm Taster sessions of many complementary and alternative therapies, demonstrations, information and guidance on safety, health and wellbeing topics and the ever popular goody bags. Contact Kate Beaven-Marks for information on k.beaven-marks@uel.ac.uk
Annual e4 Business Conference, Wednesday 4 November at the Knowledge Dock Business Centre The School of Computing, Information Technology & Engineering and Knowledge Dock are hosting their annual conference with guest speakers from Google and Microsoft amongst others, the key themes of this year’s conference are Cloud Computing, Mobile Technologies and Cyber Crime. We are expecting around 60 companies to attend and we would like to extend an invitation to colleagues who would like to attend the conference. Please note that spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis with businesses taking first priority.For further information about the event, or to register, please visit http://e4business.gre.ac.uk. Alternatviely or contact Karen Wilton on 020 8223 7528 or email k.wilton@uel.ac.uk
School of Arts and Digital Industries & School of Health and Bioscience Graduation Ceremony, Thursday 5 November 2pm, The Barbican Centre
Bike Users Group Meeting Lunchtime Meetings: Docklands Campus - Wednesday 4 November, Room E.G., Stratford Campus - Friday 6 November, Room RB.1.16 Time: 1 - 2pm.
Room booked until 2.30 for networking -Traditional wholesome BUG lunch will be provided. For more information contact Greg Price G.Price@uel.ac.uk
Public Lecture: ‘Because I’m worth it’: Women, men and the gender pay gap Thursday 5 November: 5:30pm, WB.G.02
Guest Speaker: Professor Marilyn Davidson Co-Director of the Centre for Equality and Diversity at Work Manchester Business School
London Health Conference2009: Strategies and Commissioning for Better Outcomes 9 and 10 November London Metropole Hotel. Professor Adrian Renton, Director of Institute for Health and Human Development, is speaking at London Health 09 which incorporates two major one-day conferences and a free to attend exhibition. This is the largest London event bringing together the capital’s health and social care communities to share learning, showcase best practice, stimulate innovation and embrace the unique challenges and exciting opportunities that London presents. Over 1100 people attended last year! TWO ONE-DAY CONFERENCES – PICK YOUR DAY For more information, visit: http://www.londonhealthevent.com/index.php
Private View: Third Year Contemporary Practice Students Private View Weds 11 Nov. Exhibition runs until Sun 6 Dec Mezzanine Richmix 35 - 47 Bethnal Green Road London E1 6LA. To confirm your attendance at the private view, RSVP to marketing@richmix.org.uk by Monday 9 November
Business School Graduation Ceremony, Thursday 12 November 2pm, The Barbican Centre
Cass School of Education Graduation Ceremony, Tuesday 17 November 11am, The Barbican Centre
Innovation Studies Seminar: Making Connexions - Access, Interaction and Innovation, Wednesday 18 November, 4pm - 6pm, East Building 1.44 , Docklands Campus This seminar celebrates the successful completion of three recent PhDs in the Innovation Studies area. Dr Rosaria Gracia: Gender, Access and Multimedia in Higher Education, Dr Aygen Kurt: The Turkish ICT Sector and the European Information Society, Dr Tony Sampson: The Hazards of Online Living All welcome!‘
Public Lecture: Is web based business the way forward?' Thursday 19 November 2009: 5:30pm, WB.G.02
Guest Speaker: Anthony Impey, Managing Director of Optimity Limited
Mindfulness and Wellbeing: from spirituality to neuroscience 20 & 21 November 2009 9am - 5pm both days, Stratford Campus Aiming to introduce both specialists working in healthcare, psychological and preventative care, as well as interested individuals who wish to inform themselves of cutting edge health interventions, to the field and applications of Mindfulness. Day One will cover a variety of presentations by leading researchers and practitioners in the fields of Neuroscience, Buddhist Psychology, Psychotherapy and others who have implemented Mindfulness into their work. Day Two will offer a number of presentations and a series of workshops where participants will be introduced to working with Mindfulness applications. See http://www.uel.ac.uk/mindfulness/index.htm for more information
School of Law & School of Pyschology Graduation Ceremony, Tuesday 24 November11am, The Barbican Centre
‘Meet the Alumni’ – Featuring Honey Kalaria (successful busineswoman and choreographer to the stars) Tuesday 24 November 2009: 12:30pm, KD.2.13 & KD.2.22
A lunchtime networking event designed to help students meet successful alumni.
School of Humanities and Social Sciences & Graduate School Graduation Ceremony, Thursday 3 December 11am, The Barbican Centre
‘A week in the life of a Chief Executive’ Thursday 3rd December 2009: 12:30pm, KD.2.13 *PLEASE NOTE ROOM CHANGE*
Guest Speaker: Martin Slark, Chief Executive of Molex incorporated.
Public Lecture: ‘After the Meltdown: The city and its regulations’ Thursday 3 December 2009: 5:30pm , WB.G.02 *PLEASE NOTE ROOM CHANGE*
A panel discussion chaired by the Dean of the Royal Docks Business School Professor Len Shackleton.
Royal Docks Business School Film Club: ‘Enron: The smartest guys the room’ (2005) Tuesday 8th December 2009: 5:30pm, KD.2.22
For further details contact Mohsin Ramzan on 020 8223 3354 or ramzan@uel.ac.uk
Christmas closure Thursday 24 December 2009 - Monday 4 January 2010.
Open Days 2010
Wednesday 6 January 2010, 4-7pm, Stratford and Docklands
Wednesday 21 April 2010, 4-7pm, Stratford Campus only – Postgraduate advice evening
Saturday 26 June 2010, 12-4pm, Stratford and Docklands
Wednesday 1 September 2010, 4-7pm, Stratford and Docklands
Saturday 16 October 2010, 12-4pm, Stratford and Docklands
For more information about Open Days, contact Vicky Rossiter on v.rossiter@uel.ac.uk
Key links:
Academic Board: www.uel.ac.uk/qa/committees/acaboard
UEL Chaplaincy: www.uel.ac.uk/chaplaincy
Board of Governors: www.uel.ac.uk/governors
Graduation:www.uel.ac.uk/graduation
Mayfest: www.uel.ac.uk/mayfest
Open Days: www.uel.ac.uk/openday
Public Lectures: www.uel.ac.uk/lectureseries
Stonewall Information Service, for advice on housing, parenting, school, work, partnerships, health, immigration and crime call 08000 50 20 20. For details, visit: www.stonewall.org/info
See Events Calendar for a full listing: www.uel.ac.uk/marketing/support/eventscalendar.htm
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British Academy (BA), Overseas Conference Grants. Deadline: 16 November 2009. These grants contribute to the travel expenses of UK scholars delivering a paper at a conference overseas. Awards are worth up to £900 each. http://www.britac.ac.uk/funding/guide/ocg.cfm
BA, Small Research Grants. Deadline: 23 November 2009. These are to cover the direct costs of primary research in the humanities and social sciences. Grants range between £500 and £7,500, for a duration of up to two years. http://www.britac.ac.uk/funding/guide/srg.cfm
BBSRC, Partnering Awards with China, India, US and Japan. Deadline: 17 November 2009. The main objectives are: to set up partnership links between UK and overseas countries life science laboratories; to promote the exchange of scientists, particularly early career scientists; to promote access to facilities. For each partnering country’s terms and conditions, please follow http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/science/international/index.html
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Discipline Hopping Grants. Deadline: 18 November 2009. These offer short-term support to pump-prime new collaborations between engineers and physical scientists and life scientists, with the aim of fostering long-term interactions. It is expected that requests for funding will be in region of £125,000 full economic costs. Grants will be made at a rate of 80 per cent of Full Economic Costing value. Please see http://www.mrc.ac.uk/Fundingopportunities/Grants/Disciplinehoppinggrant/index.htm
Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), First Grants Scheme. Deadline: 26 November 2009. These grants enable new researchers and academics at the start of their careers gain to experience of managing and leading research projects. Awards are worth up to £400,000 full economic costs, for a maximum duration of three years. ESRC will contribute 80 per cent of this cost, with the remaining balance being guaranteed by the research organisation. See
http://www.esrc.ac.uk/ESRCInfoCentre/opportunities/current_funding_opportunities/FG10.aspx#0
Missed an Update? Allpreviously advertised funding opportunities are archived until their date of expiry at http://www.uel.ac.uk/gradschool/research/ResearchUpdate.htm or http://www.uel.ac.uk/gradschool/research/euroupdate.htm
Refresher on PGR Examining, Tuesday 1 December 2pm - 4pm, Docklands EB 1.39, Dr Caron King (Kingswood Plus) This session provides participants with an opportunity to exchange ideas about how to ensure research degree examinations at UEL adhere to best practice principles. Using a mixture of fictional scenarios and real-life examples brought to the session by members of the group, participants reflect on the roles and responsibilities of examiners and chairs and help each other generate best-practice tips that they and other colleagues can apply in UEL research degree examinations. The session is designed to comprise a minimum of presentation by the session leader and a maximum of reflection and discussion by participants; and the Graduate School Registrar will be in attendance to answer any questions regarding the regulations. Deadline for booking - Friday 20 November.
To book your place, please e-mail me on c.dunmore@uel.ac.uk. When booking, please be sure to state your School and job title as well as your name and the session you want to book.
Please find details below of a Call for Papers for the forthcoming European Academy of Management (EURAM) Conference, which will be held in Rome, 19th – 22nd May 2010. The Track is entitled ‘Gender, Management and Changing Public Sectors’ and is Track 2 at the conference. Details of the Track can be found by clicking on the link: http://www.euram2010.org/userfiles/file/Track%202.pdf
The deadline for submission is 7th December 2009 – please visit the main conference website just below and click on ‘Tracks & Papers’, followed by ‘Online Submission’, for details: http://www.euram2010.org/r/default.asp?iId=EGLIFL
Do you want to win research funding, present a paper at a conference or get a journal article published? Are you studying for a PGR degree, or do you supervise PGR students? Then please have a look at the courses we are offering you this semester! Course details are available at http://www.uel.ac.uk/gradschool/training.htm
To book a place, or with queries, please e-mail Dr Caroline Dunmore, Research Skills Development Adviser in the Graduate School, on c.dunmore@uel.ac.uk.
For details about First Aid courses, contact Frances Bronzite on f.s.bronzite@uel.ac.uk
For details about ECDL, contact Cedrick Nosa on c.nosa@uel.ac.uk
For Learning and Development Course dates see: www.uel.ac.uk/staff-development/handbook
Writing Competition in aid of Macmillan Cancer Alison Curtis, Corporate Marketing, is trekking the Great Wall of China in April/May next year in aid of Macmillan cancer. She needs to raise £4000 by April and is running various events and competitions to fundraise. Alison is running a writing competition, it is £5 to enter and the winner will win a day at the Writers Retreat in London.
How to enter… It’s simple
1. Write a poem or micro story (using a maximum of 300 words) about the theme “A Great Adventure”. The theme is open to your own interpretation.
2. Paste into an email (please do not send as an attachment).
3. Make sure you include your full name, address and telephone number in your email and send it to trekthegreatwall@yahoo.co.uk
4. Alison will reply to you with your entry number.
5. Pay! Go to www.justgiving.com/Alison-Curtis and donate £5 per entry* (please deselect the gift aid box as a competition it is not valid for receiving GiftAid). Make sure you include your entry number in the message.
6. Wait for the winners to be announced!
Contact... If you have any questions about the competition please contact Alison via email trekthegreatwall@yahoo.co.uk
Closing Date… Midnight on 30 November 2009
Entries received after this date will not be accepted.
Prizes… 1st Prize is a day at Urban Writer’s Retreat.
2nd Prize £10 book token
3rd Prize £5 book token
To read more about the retreat go to
www.urbanwritersretreat.co.uk
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