University Open Days
A reminder that the University Open Days are almost upon us and it is essential we have your support on these busy and important days.
The dates are
- Saturday 29th June
- Saturday 13th July
- Saturday 7th September
- Saturday 14th September
2019 9:00 – 16:00
If you haven’t already done so please complete our doodle poll with your availability https://doodle.com/poll/ku9mp6r3sg8r6bnn
We will be in touch soon.
Admissions Team
Window cleaning
Facilities have informed us that the Physics building windows (inside & out) will be cleaned on or around the 17th June. If possible please can you clear window sills and keep windows shut during cleaning to prevent water ingress.
Shonah Ion
Safety Induction
The next safety induction for new members of staff is Friday 7th June at 10:30 in A007. Please note the unusual day, time and location.
Shonah Ion
Next Physics Away Day – September 2019
The next Physics Away Day will take place on Thursday 26th September 2019 in Green Lane Conference Centre.
Attendance is mandatory for academic staff. All other staff are welcome to attend if they wish but please let me know if you are intending to go and let me have any dietary requirements by COP Friday 13th September.
Grainne Wilkinson
Be generous: Volunteers Week
Saturday 1st June – Friday 7th June
As well as helping others, volunteering has proven to improve volunteers’ wellbeing too – It’s human nature to feel good after helping someone out. Volunteering can also help you gain valuable new skills and experiences, and boost your confidence. Find out more here. You can also find out more about volunteering opportunities at the University here.
Amanda Ross
Be involved: Growing for Wellbeing Week
Monday 3rd June – Sunday 9th June
National Growing for Wellbeing Week is a celebration of the benefits that growing your own produce can bring for your wellbeing, both physically and mentally. Gardening improves mental health, enables better physical health, provides an opportunity to connect with others, acquire new skills and enjoy the great outdoors. Find out more here.
You can also find out more about gardening opportunities on campus with Green Lancaster.
Amanda Ross
Be giving: Have your say – Join one of the new University staff workgroups
Volunteers are needed for five new workgroups set up by HR to investigate issues highlighted in the staff survey, including:
• Excessive procedures
• Work-life balance
• Improving levels of understanding of accident reporting, Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and flexible working policies
• Lecturer Grade 7 or 8/Senior Lecturer or Reader Grade 9
• Celebrating success
No matter what your role is at Lancaster, if you are willing to spend some time helping make things better for the University, HR want to hear from you. Find out more here
Amanda Ross
Be informed: Wellbeing web pages live
Remember there’s lots more information about opportunities for staff to improve their wellbeing here www.lancaster.ac.uk/sci-tech/wellbeing.
If you have any feedback or suggestions please contact Amanda Ross via the FST Wellbeing Working Group, thank you.
Amanda Ross
Safety Induction
The next safety induction will take place on Friday 7th June at 10:30 in A007.
Please note change of date, time & place. Please ensure all new staff attend a safety induction within the first month of employment.
Shonah Ion
IOP Institute of Physics – Lancashire and Cumbria Branch
Lancashire Lecture Programme 2018 – 2019
- 12 June 2019 – Lancaster – Infinite Differences: Lessons on Diversity from Women in Physics – Dr Frankie Doddato (Lancaster)
Start Times: 18:00 (refreshments) for 18:30
Venues:
- Preston: Lecture Theatre 2 or 3, Foster Building, University of Central Lancashire
- Lancaster: Cavendish Colloquium Room, Faraday Lecture Theatre Complex, Lancaster University
Chris Bowdery