Friday 5 October 2012
News
Christmas Eve holiday to say thanks for a fantastic yearA message from the Vice-Chancellor.
Bath reaches new high of 3rd in The Sunday Times University Guide
Our University has been ranked as the third best university in the UK in the new edition of The Sunday Times University Guide.
London 2012 medalists celebration – Wednesday 10 October
Come join us to celebrate the success of our past and present students who won medals at London 2012.
Unanimous planning support for new General Teaching Accommodation (GTA) building and Masterplan
We have just been given planning permission for the new GTA building and Council endorsement for our overall University Masterplan.
Strategic change Professor joins School of Management
Welcome to Professor Veronica Hope-Hailey who has returned to the University’s School of Management where she will be continuing her research into strategy and human resource management.
University of Bath-led project in STEM Communicator Models reaches successful conclusion
Professor Chris Budd has successfully led to conclusion a regional project investigating how to develop and enhance science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) communicator models.
Angela Harrington awarded Honorary Life Membership of UNISON
Congratulations to Angela Harrington who has been awarded Honorary Life Membership of UNISON in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the Trade Union movement.
Chinese students complete placements in Pharmacy & Pharmacology
Six Undergraduate students from Shandong University recently completed an eight week summer placement in the Department of Pharmacy & Pharmacology.
Research
Management research on UK sales recruitment features in The Times
Research by Dr Iain Davies, from the School of Management, recently featured in a special supplement on Sales Performance in The Times.
Climate change makes metabolism test invalid Bath scientists find
Department for Health scientist Dr James Betts has shown for the first time how climate change is having a major impact on tests to measure metabolism.
New study says nanoparticles don’t penetrate the skin
Professor Richard Guy's research has shown that even the tiniest of nanoparticles do not penetrate the skin’s surface.
Volunteers sought for research into post-exercise recovery
The Department for Health's researcher Dr James Betts is looking for volunteers to examine the effects of different types of nutrition following exercise and their impact on recovery and repeated exercise performance.
Could you be a Public Engagement Champion? Join our network!
The University’s Public Engagement Unit is looking to build a network of academics and postgraduate researchers with a passion for engaging publics with research. Interested researchers are encouraged to contact the Unit for further details.
Institute of Physics' Public Engagement grants deadline - Monday 22 October
Applications must be received by 12pm on 22 October and successful applicants will be notified by the end of November.
Three research projects receive Marie Curie funding
During the latest round of funding made available through the Marie Curie Initial Training Networks (ITNs), three bids led by Bath researchers were successful.
Showcase dinner celebrates the Knowledge Transfer Account (KTA) as it reaches completion
The KTA celebrated its achievements of the last three years with a showcase dinner at the Assembly Rooms, as it reaches a close and is replaced with the Impact Acceleration Account.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 - individual staff circumstances
A big thank you to everyone who has returned their individual staff circumstances form.
Learning & Teaching
New e-resource launches for new Foundation Degree students
A brand new online resource for new Foundation Degree students was launched on Monday 17 September. Stepping into Higher Education is designed to help students adapt to higher education and develop effective academic practices during and after their induction programme.
Bookings are now open for the PGSkills programme 2012/13
The Researcher Development Unit have now launched the 2012/13 programme of skills training for Doctoral students at Bath.
Moodle 2.2 Familiarisation seminars
Moodle 2.2 Familiarisation Seminars will be taking place all throughout Semester 1. Book now to secure a place.
Free training sessions to improve English and academic skills
The English Language Centre offers a range of free In-sessional English Units during term time to support undergraduates and postgraduates in their studies and to improve their English.
Staff training & development
Chairing recruitment panels - TODAY (Friday 5 October)
This is an awareness-raising course for anyone chairing a recruiting panel at the University.
Coaching conversations - Friday 12 October
This course is all about helping others to develop, empowering them to take responsibility and will feature techniques for giving effective, constructive feedback in ‘positive’ as well as ‘difficult’ situations.
Customer care for front desk & reception roles - Thursday 18 October
After attending this course, participants will know how to deal professionally and effectively with customers, however difficult they may be, and reduce their own stress levels at the same time.
Mental health first aid - Thursday 8 November
This course is aimed at all staff but particularly those who support students' well-being, and want to increase their knowledge, confidence and skills in dealing with mental health awareness and disorders.
Why not study a foreign language in your lunch hour?
Lunchtime language classes are now available at the Foreign Languages Centre
for £62.
Programme of staff development courses for 2012
Jobs
View our current vacancies
Information
Saying farewell to Faith ButtFriends and colleagues are invited to celebrate Faith's retirement by joining her for drinks and canapés in the Claverton Rooms on Wednesday 24 October from 3.30pm.
Redevelopment of 1 West: section of K car park, near Brendon Court, now closed
The west section of K car park, near Brendon Court, will not be available until October 2013 as it is being used as a base for 1 West contractor's cabins.
In the media
Student Ross Mounce took part in a discussion on Open Access with David Willetts and Janet Finch on BBC Radio 3 (Listen from 14.40)
Richard Guy discusses his research that challenges claims that nanoparticles in cosmetic creams can transport & deliver active ingredients deep inside the skin, BBC World Service Newshour (Listen from 44.04-38.06)
Richard Guy's research challenging the claims of the effectiveness of nanoparticles features in the Daily Mail
Pedro Estrela discusses the Marie Curie PhD studentships on BBC Radio Wiltshire (Listen from 1.44.50-1.51.13)
Uniersity of Bath ranked 3rd in the Sunday Times University Guide, BBC News
University of Bath ranked best for architecture, Building design
Veronica Hope Hailey discusses Nick Clegg's speech on BBC Radio 5 Live
Michael Proulx podcast: How blind users are gaining sight through sound.
The University of Bath team will be competing in the first round of University Challenge on 8 October, BBC 2
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Events
Inaugural lecture: Are buildings evil? - Wednesday 10 October
Professor David Coley, from the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, will be presenting his inaugural lecture titled ‘Are buildings evil?’ on Wednesday 10 October (6.15pm in 2 East 3.1)
Jolly’s fundraising event in aid of Cancer Research at Bath - Tuesday 23 October
Jolly’s Department Store in Bath is hosting a fund-raising event in aid of Cancer Research at Bath (CR@B).
Work perks
Omnibus staff society events programme
- Day trip to Cardiff for culture or Christmas shopping, contact Jane Heywood - Saturday 24 November
- Victorian Festival of Christmas, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, contact Margaret Pickering - Saturday 1 December
- Aladdin Christmas Pantomime at Bristol Hippodrome - Sunday 30 December
Alumni News
Steve OngSteve Ong (MBA) has been appointed as chief executive officer of the Private Pension Administrator Malaysia (PPA).
Arts
Upcoming events:
Booking Opens - ICIA's new Autumn Season
Call for Talented Young Musicians aged 16-25 - ICIA are looking for musicians grade 8+ to audition for its Chamber music Project starting 17 October.
Theatre - BUSMS - Little Shop of Horrors - Thursday 4 - Saturday 6 October
Theatre - Kilter Theatre- The Last Post - Thursday 11 - Saturday 13 October
Music - Ch&OS Freshers' Concert - Sunday 7 October
Dance - New dance classes added - African & Caribbean Dance and Jazz Dance now available
Talks - Dinu Li and Katie Hill in conversation, followed by exhibition preview - Tuesday 16 October
Exhibition - Nella Mia Fantasia- Wednesday 17 October
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Sport
Talented young athletes are among 2012 Freshers
An array of talented young athletes who compete across a range of sports are among the Freshers who have just arrived to study at our University.
Top tips for Team Bath-Monte Carlo Tennis Academy (MCTA) players from Murray’s mentor
Team Bath MCTA Academy players were served up some top tips on court this week from Andy Murray’s one-time coach, Miles Maclagan.
Cardio Tennis! Sessions - Starts TODAY (Friday)
Get your pulse racing with cardio tennis. It only costs £2.50 and runs from 1-2pm.