PENINSULA ONLINE

Issue 2
Monday, 13 February 2006 

Visiting academics bring nursing expertise

The School of Nursing is currently hosting two international academics.

Professor David Thompson, Professor and Head of Nursing at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, is visiting the school to work on ideas to help support and grow nursing's research focus in the field of acute care. Professor Thompson's specific research area is in cardiac rehabilitation for which he has an impressive international reputation. He has recently published work with Felcity Astin who has previously worked within the school at the Peninsula campus.

Professor Sheila Payne, Professor in Palliative Care at the University of Sheffield in the UK, will be visiting the school from 8 February to 4 March. This will be Professor Payne's second visit. She will work with Professor Margaret O'Connor and the palliative care research team to develop a plan for shared research grants while working on finalising an ARC application, assist with two co-authored publications and help to develop framework for international palliative care research Master class.

International Women's Day lunch

Staff, students and friends are invited to attend the Peninsula campus's International Women's Day lunch on Wednesday, 8 March at 12.30 pm in the Seahorse Tavern.

Guest speaker Ms Margaret Smith has worked in the philanthropic sector for the last twenty years and brings a wealth of skills and knowledge to her role as CEO of Children First Foundation. 

Through her professional relationships, she has a wide range of experience to leverage in leading Children First Foundation to realising its goal to “Provide a safe haven for children, irrespective of race or creed, who are in need of medical or emotional support”.

Together with Moira Kelly, the Executive Director of the Foundation, Margaret has been instrumental in establishing the framework that has given ill and disabled children from around the world a new life.

The lunch will be hosted by Academic Director Professor Phillip Steele, with Professor Helen Keleher from the School of Primary Health Care at the Peninsula campus discussing the history and significance of International Women's Day. 

While the luncheon will be held on International Women's Day, it is not exclusively for women and all are invited to attend. The cost of the event is $17.50 and will include a buffet lunch of roast vegetable lasagne, Singapore noodles with chicken, fresh garden salad, potato salad, crusty bread followed by fruit platters and tea and coffee. Limited seats are available and must be booked by Wednesday, 1 March with Kate Warner on extn 44110.

Staff (Red) parking permits

Applications for 2006 Staff parking permits for Peninsula Campus closed on 30 January 2006.  Permits paid for may be collected from Ms Lay Lin Oh, in Room C2.08, Administration, Building C, from Monday, 20 February 2006, between the hours of 8.45 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm.

Normal parking restrictions will apply from Monday, 20 February 2006. Restrictions in the metered parking areas will be enforced to maintain a turnover of vehicles in these areas.

Staff who are unable to collect the permit may arrange for somebody else to do so on their behalf. Staff should note that their 2005 permits remain valid until 24 February 2006, so you will not be issued with
infringement notices until after that date while using your 2005 permits.

ITS/TFSU Education Technology Equipment Hire

The Teaching Facilities and Support Unit has extended the range of educational technology equipment for hire. This equipment is available to all staff to assist with teaching and administrative requirements. Equipment needs to be booked 24 hours in advance of the time it is required and is available from the ITS service desk or can be delivered to nominated rooms. Equipment for hire includes data projectors, miniDV video cameras, interview packs and note books. A full listing is available to download. For further information on this equipment and service, contact Roo du’Jardin on extn 44128.

OHSE at Peninsula campus

Roy Prevost (pictured) is the Peninsula campus's Occupational Health Safety and Environment Consultant. Roy is at the campus every Thursday for appointments and consultations. Roy is able to help staff with a range of OHSE queries either in a one on one situation or through a group session. Roy can be contacted via email or on extn 44024.

A campus OHSE site has also been established to help staff find relevant information including building wardens and safety officer lists.

Orientation Opening Ceremony reminder

Staff are reminded that if they wish to be involved in the Orientation Opening Ceremony on Wednesday, 22 February 2006 they need to register with Julie Baxter by Tuesday, 14 February 2006 on extn 44015. The ceremony will be held in the George Jenkins Theatre at 10 am and will be followed by morning tea with new students.

Changes in Campus Administration

There has been some staff movement in Building C at the Peninsula campus. The Student Services team consisting of Steven Lind, Anita Presti, Rita Quieros, which was previous located on the lower level of Campus Administration, has now relocated upstairs to the main reception area of C building.

Campus Manager Mr Robin Drury and Ms Lay Lin Oh have relocated from C2.03 to C2.08 and C2.09 and the the small meeting room that was previously located in room C2.09 has now moved downstairs to Room C1.01C. This room should still be booked through Lay Lin Oh. All extension numbers and other contact details remain the same.

Herald Sun and The Age tertiary offer

Get a yearly subscription to the Herald Sun for only $7. Join up in the Cafe on Monday 20 February and collect your Herald Sun Tertiary Offer redemption card. Then from 27 February to 1 December 2006, collect your Herald Sun newspaper from the Student Union, U building. At the same day, you can sign up for The Age 2006 offer at $20 per year. The Age will then be collected from the Bookshop.

Married and melting

Congratulations to two Peninsula campus staff members who tied the knot in separate ceremonies on one of the hottest days in January.

Amer Malik from Monash International married Rita and Joy Ronay (nee Trigg) from MONSU married Mal on Sunday, 22 January in 44 degree heat.

Amer and Rita were married in the Pioneer Women's Garden, Kings Domain. Rita designed her own gown for the big day. They honeymooned prior to the wedding in Europe and Malaysia.

Joy and Mal were married at the Pint and Pickle in Frankston, where Mal, a professional musician, often plays. Mal was originally to wear traditional Scottish garb but the extreme heat meant a last minute change of plan.