Friday 28 September 2012
News
Bath students continue to be amongst the most satisfied in the UK
Our students are amongst the most satisfied students in the UK – according to figures released by the 2012 National Student Survey (NSS).
Strengthening our international profile in Hong Kong and Australia
We caught up with Professor Colin Grant, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Internationalisation, before he set off on his first major visit to Hong Kong and Australia in his new role.
Suspension of Industrial Action by the University and College Union
The University and College Union has informed the Vice-Chancellor that they have decided to suspend the current action short of a strike which they have been taking since 18 June 2012 in support of their dispute about changes to the Universities Superannuation Scheme.
New professor to enhance entrepreneurship at Bath
Professor Dimo Dimov has joined the University’s School of Management to lead the development of a new research group in entrepreneurship.
Professor Veronica Hope Hailey and Professor Rob Briner have made the top 20 of the 2012 HR Most Influential ranking of UK Thinkers.
Nominations for the awards of honorary degrees
The Honorary Degrees Committee invites you to submit nominations for honorary degrees and in that way to support the process of extending our network of prestigious contacts and supporters.
Leave booking is going online – the next groups go live
During this week the next group of staff will start using leave recording through iTrent, the University’s new HR & Payroll system. These staff include those in the Faculties’ academic departments and the Department for Sports Development & Recreation.
The Central Timetabling Office and the GTA Working Party have collaborated on a special project this summer to allow staff and students better access to timetabling information for every GTA room on campus.
Bath Executive MBA student launches new drinks brand
A University of Bath Executive MBA student has launched a new drinks product with the backing of £360,000 of investment funding and venture capital.
University of Bath entrepreneurs secure John Lewis distribution deal
An ethical bag company created by two University of Bath students has agreed terms with shop retailer John Lewis to distribute its products.
Matt Dales from BUCS wins 'Brutal' double ultra triathlon in North Wales
Congratulations to Matt Dales won the "Brutal" double ultra triathlon in North Wales with a time of 32 hours 39 mins, nearly four hours ahead of the second competitor.
Research
Snail mail is far from dead, research finds
The rise of social media is often associated with a decline in the use of traditional forms of paper-based correspondence.
Scientific outreach grants
Grants are now available to help share the wonders of biology with the community.
PhD researcher wins Award for Excellence
The Worshipful Company of Engineers has announced PhD researcher Christopher Vagg as winner of The Fiona and Nicholas Hawley Award for Excellence in Environmental Engineering 2012.
Professor David Coley, who heads up the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering’s Energy and Design of Environment’s research group, has been awarded the 2012 Napier Shaw Medal.
Nominations for Leverhulme Trust Visiting Fellowships Deadline - TODAY (Friday 28 September)
Departments are now invited to submit ONE Fellowship nomination to this internal competition.
Latest Funding@Bath bulletin
Please follow this link to access the latest Funding@Bath bulletin.
Staff training & development
Chairing Recruitment Panels - 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 1 & 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.
Programme of staff development courses for 2012
Jobs
View our current vacancies
Information
Watching your speed on Claverton Hill and Widcombe Hill
Staff and students are reminded to drive and cycle with care.
In the media
Mark Weller's appointment as Professor in energy materials features in Times Higher Education Appointments section
David Coley talks about the need to monitor weather to build sustainable buildings, BBC Radio Bristol (Listen from 1.52.04-1.53.56)
Ian Walker comments on the benefits to post graduate students in studying Psychology, Independent
Matthew Davidson features on C4's Kevin McCloud's 'Man Made Home', Press Association
Phil Salmon's article on condensed matter features on IOPScience
Gian Luca Gardini comments on David Cameron’s visit to Brazil, Rio Times
Aurelien Mondon discusses the ‘anti-white racism’ debate in France, Independent
Will Marsh discusses the University's Unique Selling Points, Daily Telegraph
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Events
New series of energy/environment I-SEE seminars starts soon - Tuesday 2 October
A list of the up and coming I-SEE seminars starting very soon.
BIME annual lecture: Moving beyond the pendant alarm – how can technology meet the needs of an ageing population? - Wednesday 3 October
A free public lecture at our University will describe how technology can be used to meet the needs of an ageing population on Wednesday 3 October at 7pm.
Public lecture: The science of breakfast in weight management & health - Wednesday 3 October
University of Bath Senior Lecturer Dr James Betts will examine the importance of breakfast consumption in a free public lecture at the University.
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)
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
Alumni News
Rugby at the Rec - Monday 1 October
Staff are invited to join alumni and friends of the University for the annual Rugby at the Rec event organised by the Development & Alumni Relations team from 6-9.30pm.
Richard Ward
Richard Ward (Engineering) has been appointed as TestPlant's (developer of robotic test tool eggPlant) first chief sales officer.
Mike Adams
Mike Adams (Electronic & Electric Engineering) has been awarded a scholarship of £20,000 by the Institute of Physics (IOP) to train to become a physics teacher.
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
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Sport
Special Olympics National Summer Games heading to Bath
Bath will host the Special Olympics GB National Summer Games for the first time next year, with most of the 12-sport event taking place at the University of Bath.
Graduate Carl returns to Bath for one final training session
University of Bath graduate and former English number one badminton player Carl Baxter returned to the Sports Training Village to thank his former coach.
Team Bath judo player Gregg Varey is celebrating winning silver at the European Cup in Finland at the weekend.