[Postgrad] FW: Inside Strathclyde | 17 October 2023

Michaela Graham michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk
Tue Oct 17 12:06:10 BST 2023


From: Corporate Communications <corporatecomms at comms.strath.ac.uk>
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To: Michaela Graham <michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk>
Subject: Inside Strathclyde | 17 October 2023

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17 October 2023

Silver Athena Swan award for Psychological Sciences & Health<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1k2wl7xx9czw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139365>
Working to advance gender equality for our staff and students


[Athena Swan Silver Award logo]The Department of Psychological Sciences & Health has secured Silver level Athena Swan status for its work to advance gender equality.



The Athena Swan Charter<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1v7dukbkbf7w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139365>, managed by Advance HE, is a framework to support and transform gender equality within higher education (HE) and research. Members can apply for institutional and departmental Athena Swan awards recognising their gender equality efforts.

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USS Pension: staff update sessions<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/bb4craj5motw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139365>
Tuesday 31 October (in person) and Thursday 9 November (online)


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/76/983bbeac68efc6a784669b.png]The USS Pension Scheme is currently undertaking a statutory member consultation<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/3ldnini7t3xw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139365> on proposed changes to the scheme following the recent evaluation that projected a surplus in scheme funding.



The proposed changes would affect the future benefits members will receive and reduce the pension contributions that members and the University provide.



The University has arranged pension briefing seminars for staff by Mercer, Strathclyde's pension advisers, about the proposed USS pension scheme and the valuation outcome on

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Personal Relationships Policy<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1p6itfhghhlw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139365>
Guidance for staff and managers


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/02/74452075c4480b7d1c7887.png]Underpinned by our Safe360° approach, the University is committed to maintaining a safe and secure working environment that supports the physical and mental wellbeing of our staff and students.



We are equally committed to integrity, inclusivity and eliminating bias and staff personal relationships can give rise to an actual or perceived breach of these principles.



This can have a negative impact on the University and the individuals concerned.

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People-orientated and collaborative


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/c1/55b9ab7d4341dfe54e3c8c.png]The People Policy Forum was established in July 2023 to ensure that the University undertakes consistent and meaningful stakeholder engagement in relation to HR policies, guidance and procedures.



The Forum consists of members from all four Faculties and Professional Services and includes representatives from the Equality Diversity & Inclusion team, Trade Unions and Staff Networks. Members also reflect a range of job roles across the organisation.

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Calls to action



LGBTQI+ profiles<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1oru986zwvgw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139368>
Call for features


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/a6/23ff106218a3ed248bd367.jpg]The Equality & Diversity Team are seeking expressions of interest from LGBTQI staff wishing to showcase their achievements, perspectives, ambitions, and experiences at Strathclyde.



This would involve answering a short online survey or participating in an in-person interview (depending on your preference) with a wide range of prompts from research projects to hobbies to community making.

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2023/24 Teaching Room Utilisation Survey <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/10d4o055udpw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139368>
23 - 27 October


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/f0/9836048b72a3fb04e4935a.jpg]During the week commencing 23 October 2023, all departmental and central pool teaching rooms (including teaching laboratory and computing facilities) will be surveyed as part of our annual teaching room utilisation survey.



Each room will be visited once during every hour of each day from Monday 23 October to Friday 27 October between 9am and 6pm to count the number of students in each room.

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Student module evaluation
Semester 1 Mid Semester Module Evaluations are currently open


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/28/2a93c527cee2c97ab750a4.png]The Student Surveys team kindly ask academic colleagues to promote the evaluations to students as they have found that this is the most effective way to encourage participation.



The Guide to Monitoring Response Rates<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/14u8psb3jaww5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139368> details how to access a QR Code and a URL link which provides quick access to the modules evaluation question sets for a specific module.
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New Researcher Development Time Policy now available
Applies to all research staff and their line managers


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/11/14a98c9e73fb28d556175d.png]A new Researcher Development Time Policy<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/vmoy0k6y9enw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139368> has been launched that supports research staff to undertake at least 10 days’ professional development time per year (pro rata) as well as additional time for developing individuals’ research identity and leadership skills.



All research staff as well as those line managing / supervising research staff are encouraged to read the policy to understand their responsibilities and benefits.



A launch event on 26 October (10am - 12 noon) will introduce the policy in more detail, along with two other recently developed policies on research practice and data management – you can sign up to participate on campus<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/ovxp1gzsgb1w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139368> or online<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/12jtdfz8i6lw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139368>.
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Revised Fraud Policy now available
Also now applies to students


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/5e/2c99fc3c97b41c333338f4.png]The University’s Fraud Policy<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/685zcbedstew5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139368> has recently been revised.



It applies to all members of staff, who should be fraud aware and take the necessary steps to minimise the risk to the University.



The Fraud Policy will now apply to students as they can both become aware of fraud and commit fraudulent acts.



Staff are encouraged to read the Fraud Policy and be aware of their responsibilities in this regard.
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Reminder to all staff on copyright<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1g1c3t4q82zw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139368>
Further information and guidance available


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/f2/d191b4b2b192df71ba79e4.jpg]Please consider copyright when preparing teaching materials both for in-person delivery and online learning.



Copyright protects works you create including teaching materials and scholarly works like books or journal articles but it also protects third-party-owned materials you may use in the course of your work.

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Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2024 <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1fztkz0c3t5w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139368>
Apply by 5pm, Wednesday 6 December


[Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2024]



The search is on for Scotland’s top business-academic partnerships and individuals making a significant impact on economic, environmental and social prosperity through collaborative research and development.



Applications are now open for the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2024 across seven categories.

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Strathclyde people



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Graphic Design


[Graphics Team]



The Graphic Design team creates, develops, and manages the University’s corporate visual materials and brand.



This covers all aspects of Strathclyde’s visual identity: from designing the undergraduate prospectus each year for to producing the 9 x 26 metre banner recently unveiled on the James Weir Building.



Our dynamic design duo, Senior Graphic Designer Simon Cunningham (right), and Graphic Designer Scott O’Donnell (left), tell us more.

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60 seconds with... Dr Aliyah Rehman<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1wmf27x56kpw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=32779908>


[Dr Aliyah Rehman]Aliyah, who joined Strathclyde in 2018, is a Teaching Fellow in the Psychology Department and also works in Strathclyde's Centre for Sleep Health.



She tells us about her career and her specialist area of sleep research.

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Wellbeing matters


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Refurbished immersive cycle studio launches


[Cycle studio]



Strathclyde Sport's refurbished immersive cycle studio launched on Monday 16 October.



The new look cycle studio features ICG connect, a new 164-inch LED screen and feature lighting.



Have you tried it yet? The team would love to hear your feedback<mailto:strathclydesport at strath.ac.uk> on the studio.

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Ignite the Conversation – Menopause in the Workplace<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/ufphaqfk20dw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=32708979>
Tuesday 24 October, 12 noon - 1.30pm, Collins Building Lecture Theatre CL205


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/a6/9554d6af7d92aa99e27c02.jpg]This month is Menopause Awareness Month, and the University is hosting a lunchtime event on campus on to ‘ignite the conversation’ around menopause in the workplace.



All colleagues are welcome to attend this question-and-answer style event, featuring GP and menopause specialist Dr Fiona O’Donoghue as the guest speaker.



Strathclyde Sport will also be running free Yoga for Menopause and Wellbeing sessions throughout the month.

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Spotlight on


Employability Showcase <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1eoabgbe85tw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=32786536>
Sharing Strathclyde's best practice in employability education


[Employability Showcase 2023]



Last month Strathclyde held its first-ever Employability Showcase, an event designed to share the best practice in employability education from across the University.



Speakers from each faculty presented on the way they have designed input that engages students and has a real impact.

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Events


Black History Month 2023<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1tnw8nj97gsw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63604763&t=32709029>
What's on this week


<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xnsygrx1lsw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=32709029>[Sheku Bayoh film screening]<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xnsygrx1lsw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=32709029>Film Screening: A Portrait of Sheku Bayoh and discussion with Dr Halima Begum: 18 October, 5-6.30pm, Strath Union Mandela Auditorium<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xnsygrx1lsw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=32709029>

Sheku Bayoh died in 2015, after being restrained by up to seven police officers in Kirkcaldy. This film explores his life and death in Scotland, and how you can support his family's campaign for justice. There will also be a discussion with Dr Halima Begum, former CEO of the Runnymede Trust<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/pt1wgnv49y4w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=32709029>, the UK's leading race equality think tank.



The event, supported by Strathclyde’s Race, Ethnicity and Migration Network, is free and drinks and snacks will be provided



Show Racism the Red Card: Wear Red Day (On campus): 20 October<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1jhuywcsei3w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=32709029>

All-day event, promoted by Diversity and Equality office in collaboration with Strath Union. Staff and students are encouraged to wear red in support of Show Racism the Red Card.

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Autumn Psychology Seminar Series <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1g8oigk4l6xw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=32709029>
Next event on Wednesday 18 October, 1pm-2pm, Zoom


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/d1/3ac89a4b59023aa062d166.png]The series continues with Investigating solitude as tool for downregulation of daily arousal using Ecological Momentary Assessments, Dr Thuy-vy Nguyen<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/gmj0y3c77zew5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=32709029>– Durham University.



Looking at emotional arousal as the mechanism that explains solitude-seeking, building on the premise that solitude helps down-regulating high-arousal states.

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Learning to be Literate: Margaret M Clark OBE Guest Lecture<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/7241i3wr597w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63604763&t=32709029>
Thursday 26 October, 6 - 7.30pm, Level 3, room TL325, Learning and Teaching Building


[Margaret Clark]Reflecting on 50 years of reading research, Margaret will review the context for teaching reading in England and consider the advantages of alternative approaches.



Drawing on her own extensive work, alongside that of other internationally recognised researchers, Margaret will highlight a number of findings with continued relevance for best supporting young literacy learners.

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Inaugural Digital Glasgow Tech Ecosystem Conference <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/188uhj09b9jw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63604763&t=32709029>
Thursday 26 October, 8.30am - 4.30pm, Technology & Innovation Centre


[TIC]Digital Glasgow 2023 will bring together policymakers, business leaders, educators and community stakeholders to explore the opportunities and challenges of economic growth and digital transformation across the city.

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21st Kilbrandon Lecture<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/19jcbs41hxiw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=32709029>
Thursday 9 November, from 5.30pm, Barony Hall


[Professor Phil Scraton]This year’s Kilbrandon Lecture will be given by Phil Scraton, Professor Emeritus, School of Law at Queen’s University Belfast, whose research focuses are critical theory; contested deaths and State responsibility; rights of bereaved and survivors following disasters; the politics of incarceration; childhood, rights and justice.



He was primary author of the Hillsborough Independent Panel’s report, Hillsborough (2012).

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Strath Union Presents: Uni Christmas Night<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/131hxiyfdg2w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=32709029>
Save the date for Thursday 21 December


[Strath Union Christmas Party 2023]



Strath Union are hosting a University Staff Christmas party with a festive dinner, Christmas entertainment, live music, and drinks promos.



Book your table for the festive dinner before 18 November for a free half bottle of wine per person.

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In the news


Strathclyde represented at Glasgow School of Art’s Design for Movement in the Public Realm symposium<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/15lb5gmoswfw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139333>
The relationship between design, active travel and cycling


[Journalist and writer Thalia Verkade with Drs Bonner and Harrington]



Dr Deirdre Harrington, Senior Lecturer in Physical Activity for Health​, and Dr James Bonner, Interdisciplinary Researcher, along with new interdisciplinary postgraduate research students Mia Shepherd and Alice Hicks attended the first Design for Movement in the Public Realm symposium organised by the Glasgow School of Art earlier this month.



A presentation on Strathclyde’s Active Mobility Hub was part of the event's busy programme.

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Strathclyde VIP4SD Programme is making an impact across Europe<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1bfg5p8w803w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139333>
Embedding research-based education for sustainable development


[Assembly Chair, Dr Brigita Dejus, Rector of RTU Prof Tālis Juhna, Strathclyde students Zainab, Daniel and Sean, Louise Logan and Steve Marshall.]



Staff and students from Strathclyde’s Vertically Integrated Projects for Sustainable Development have made a big impact at two events in Europe recently.



Students Zainab Munir, Sean Doherty and Daniel Stebbings excelled whilst participating in the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) Assembly of Coordinators and Students in Riga, and Dr Scott Strachan gave a plenary talk in Bucharest at the European Engineering Learning  Innovation and Science Alliance (EELISA) Conference.

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[River Lochy near Dalmally]<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1tgc1g7lpb9w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=3&p=63604763&t=31139333>
Leading branches of Clan Campbell ‘are not related’<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1tgc1g7lpb9w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139333>
The study used the Y chromosome, which can only be passed directly down the male line from father to son


Two leading branches of the Clan Campbell have been found to be unrelated to each other in research carried out by Alasdair Macdonald and Graham Holton at the University of Strathclyde.



The genealogists at the Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies (SIGS<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/p1kq238ao6ow5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63604763&t=31139333>) have identified the genetic profile of the Campbells of Glenorchy, a family descended from Sir Duncan Campbell, 2nd Lord of Glenorchy, who died at the Battle of Flodden in 1513.

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NHS Lanarkshire staff focus on the Future Hospital and Beyond its Walls as they undertake PhDs with University of Strathclyde<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1panavuzf1hw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139333>


[NHS Lanarkshire - Digital Health Care PhDs]



“I had never actively considered applying for a PhD before, however after attending a strategic meeting hosted by NHS Lanarkshire and the University of Strathclyde, I began to realise the benefits of a PhD, not only for myself professionally but also for the patients I care for,” says Michael Smith.



Michael, who is a Highly Specialist Clinical Pharmacist & Pharmacy Team Lead Gastroenterology and IBD at Hairmyres Hospital, is one of three NHS Lanarkshire staff undertaking a PhD at Strathclyde.

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Making headlines




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Coverage of the University’s historical links with slavery, and genealogy research at Strathclyde into two branches of the Clan Campbell.

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Strathclyders<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1gvuxaiqpl7w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31355827>


Dr Kate Duncan (SIPBS) is shortlisted for the Horizon Award at the Applied Microbiology International Awards 2023, and all the latest alumni news.

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Funding opportunities


Advanced Innovation Vouchers
Next deadline for applications is 3 November


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The voucher is aimed at building sustained relationships between small/medium-sized companies (SMEs) and universities or colleges in Scotland who may have previously collaborated together or for those companies who are beginning their collaborative journey with a HEI / college partner.



It works on a sliding scale basis with a matched grant of up to £20,000.



Please contact strathclydelinks at strath.ac.uk<mailto:strathclydelinks at strath.ac.uk> for more information.
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Inward Investment Catalyst Fund <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1n5go1mj877w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31355932>
Closing date for applications is 5pm on 17 November


[Interface logo]The Inward Investment Catalyst Fund has been developed by Interface and the Scottish Government to attract and support businesses, not yet located in Scotland but with an interest in developing a presence, to collaborate with academic institutions on their research and development activity.



Funding awards of up to £10,000 can be applied for to pay for input from Scottish academic institutions into projects with businesses.

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Staff development


Introduction to Agile Project Management course<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13do7jujd3uw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139367>
Online course


[Agile working]



Are you interested in improving your project management skills using Agile methodologies?



Whether you already work in product development or you’re new to project management, Future Learn’s Introduction to Agile Project Management course will help build your skills to enhance your project delivery.

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Facilitation course<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/l52i9zxwo5jw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139367>
Aimed at staff who are responsible for leading change or improvement initiatives


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/ed/623b4a7a5e9dd91909c7f7.jpg]The Continuous Improvement Directorate run a variety of virtual development sessions throughout the year.

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[Laura Kane]
The mentoring programme supports career development across six schemes: research, support staff, technical staff, teaching, family friendly and an external collaborations and partnerships scheme.



Read on to hear from previous mentee Laura Kane, Administrator in the Centre for Excellence for Children's Care and Protection, about her positive experience of mentoring.

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Closing date for expressions of interest is 27 October


[IGNITE Network+ Mentoring Programme: Action Learning Circles]



The IGNITE Network is delighted to announce the launch of the IGNITE Network+ Mentoring Programme: Action Learning Circles!



The network is now recruiting mentors (facilitators) and mentees (circle participants) to take part in the pilot Mentoring Programme to support researchers from underrepresented and minoritised groups in energy research.



The closing date for expressions of interest is 27 October 2023 to attend a briefing session on 30 October 2023 at 10am.

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Tuesday 7 November, 10am, online


[Who Cares? Scotland]An online workshop to explore your role as a Corporate Parent and how you can contribute to a lifetime of equality and respect for Care-Experienced people. Delivered by Who Cares? Scotland, Scotland's only national independent membership organisation for care-experienced people,



The event is open to all Strathclyde staff.



Whatever your current level of knowledge and experience, you are encouraged to join this online session.

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Tuesday 14 November, 10am-3pm, SBS Cathedral Wing (CW507B)


[Technicians in lab]The Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) Teams would like to invite interested staff members to enrol on a free one-day course to learn about Responsible Research and Innovation.



Booking is on a first come first served basis and OSDU’s cancellation policy, including a charge for non-attendance, applies.

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The People Policy Forum<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1qmomhmlsfnw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>




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2023/24 Teaching Room Utilisation Survey <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/10d4o055udpw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>


Student module evaluation <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/rdxthjrff2pw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>


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Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2024 <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1fztkz0c3t5w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>




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Ignite the Conversation – Menopause in the Workplace<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/ufphaqfk20dw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>




Employability Showcase <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1eoabgbe85tw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>




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Learning to be Literate: Margaret M Clark OBE Guest Lecture<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/7241i3wr597w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>


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21st Kilbrandon Lecture<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/19jcbs41hxiw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>


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Introduction to Agile Project Management course<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13do7jujd3uw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63604763&t=31139332>


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