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Wednesday 3 July 2019

08:45
Dr Bike - Old Schools - Non UTBS Bookings new Finished 08:45 - 17:30 Old Schools

Bookings directly via Dr Bike website Organised by Sara Aziz - Energy Team

09:00
Meditate for a Calmer Mind new Finished 09:00 - 10:00 Postdoc Centre @ Eddington, Multi Function Space

And breathe…

It’s not often we get to spend time during the working day away from meetings, deadlines, appointments and mental to-do lists. Ideal for reducing anxiety, aiding healing, increasing focus, encouraging better sleep and improving general wellbeing; meditation can help you step away from the chaos in to a calm mind. Lucy, from White Lotus Meditation, will start with the basics of posture and mindful breathing before guiding you through some gentle visualisation meditations designed to relax and restore.

You won’t be asked to sit cross-legged on the floor, although may do so should you wish! Suitable for those new to meditation, anyone simply curious about it and for those with a regular practice.

    • Meditation is widely regarding for improving emotional health and general wellbeing. However, those with certain mental health conditions including schizophrenia and bi-polar should seek approval from their GP or mental health professional before commencing any sessions.
09:30
Level 3 Award (ILM) in Leadership and Management charged (7 of 7) Finished 09:30 - 16:30 University Information Services, Roger Needham Building, Norwich Auditorium


Please note that bookings cannot be placed for the ILM. A new Inclusive Leadership Programme is starting in Michaelmas 2019 and will cover the same key areas as the ILM, including leadership styles, effective communication and effective problem solving. These will be framed within the context of making fair and consistent management decisions. Please search for 'Inclusive Leadership Programme' here on the University Training Booking System to view current events, and note that additional dates will be released.

This programme offers an introduction to management skills and is externally accredited by the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM). It is highly participative and there is a strong emphasis on applying new learning to your work situation for the benefit of your team and your department.

The course is primarily aimed at those who currently have management responsibilities for others (including managers, team leaders or supervisors) or equivalent responsibilities (e.g. for managing services, projects, resources). All participants must have the opportunity to meet the assessment requirements which are specified by the ILM – please see further details below.

CULP: Italian Basic 1 charged (13 of 15) Finished 09:30 - 11:30 Language Centre, Teaching Room 2

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At basic level the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

Please note this is a lighter version of a full course. For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

German: Beginner Intensive (7 of 9) Finished 09:30 - 11:30 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

Introductory course to German. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of German. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

NVivo: An Introduction for Qualitative Research Finished 09:30 - 12:30 Titan Teaching Room 2, New Museums Site

This course will introduce NVivo a Computer Aided Qualitative Data Analysis Software (CAQDAS) which supports qualitative and mixed methods research. It provides a means to collect, organise and analyse content from interviews, focus group discussions, surveys and audio.

Summer School - Bioinformatics for Biologists: An introduction to Data Exploration, Statistics and Reproducibility charged (3 of 5) Finished 09:30 - 17:30 Bioinformatics Training Room, Craik-Marshall Building

This 1-week course aims to provide an introduction to the best practices and tools needed to perform bioinformatics research effectively and reproducibly.

Focusing on solutions around handling biological data, we will cover introductory lessons in data manipulation and visualisation in R, statistical analyses, and reproducibility. The R component of the course will cover from basic steps in R to how to use some of the most popular R packages (dplyr and ggplot2) for data manipulation and visualisation. No prior R experience or previous knowledge of programming/coding is required. The course also includes introductory sessions in statistics and working examples on how to analyse biological data. At the end of the course we will address issues relating to reusability and reproducibility.

More information about the course can be found here.

This course is run in collaboration with the Institute of Continuing Education.

The training room is located on the first floor and there is currently no wheelchair or level access available to this level.

Please note that if you are not eligible for a University of Cambridge Raven account you will need to book or register your interest by linking here.

Introduction to Lean in HE: Making Improvements in the Workplace new (1 of 2) Finished 09:30 - 12:45 Greenwich House, Edmonton Room

The course is designed to give participants an overview of Lean thinking as applied within Higher Education, and an explanation of some of the basic tools used to make improvements to processes. This session will focus on how to break down a problem and work towards a justifiable and confident decision to achieve the best outcome you can.

10:00
Fire Safety Managers' Training Finished 10:00 - 13:00 Greenwich House, Cairo Room

This course will provide clear instruction of what is expected of fire safety managers to assist responsible persons to comply with current fire safety legislation.

Mindfulness and Creativity new Finished 10:00 - 12:00 Kettle's Yard

Artist Jo Miller will lead a mindfulness meditation in the restful and inspiring spaces of Kettle’s Yard, which will lead into creative drawing activities. No art or mindfulness experience required.

“Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally”. Jon Kabat-Zinn.

“Kettle’s Yard is … a continuing way of life […] in which stray objects, stones, glass, pictures, sculpture, in light and in space, have been used to make manifest the underlying stability which more and more we need” Jim Ede, founder of Kettle’s Yard.

Mindfulness meditation is not only useful as a stress-reduction tool; it can also go hand in hand with creativity.

Take part in a creativity and mindfulness session in the restful and inspiring spaces of Kettle’s Yard. Artist Jo Miller will lead a mindfulness meditation in the Kettle’s Yard house which will lead into a time of creative drawing in our learning studio.

Working Effectively new Finished 10:00 - 13:00 Department of Engineering, Lecture Room 3

Too much work and not enough time to do it? This session covers how to prioritise what you do, manage your time better and keep stress levels low.

Delivered by Jen Wade a highly experienced trainer who has been leading her own business for more than ten years, working with a diverse range of organisations across the academic, public, and commercial sectors.

For PhD students in all years.

11:00
Basic Bike Maintenance & Puncture Repair new Finished 11:00 - 12:00 Institute of Continuing Education, Madingley Hall

To be held in the Madingley Hall gardens.

Come along and spend an hour learning the basic bike maintenance essentials to keep you on the road if the worst happens whilst out on a ride. Session will include wheel removal, innertube repair / replacement and wheel refitting. Handouts will be available detailing the basic minimum kit to carry with you on your bike when out and about.

There will also be a basic touch on brake / gear adjustment time allowing. Wheels and bikes with varied running gear will be available on site but feel free to bring along your own bike and tools so that you can practice on the machine you’ll need to work on in your own time. No equipment / spares or maintenance will be available to take away on the day and the session is not designed to give your bike a full service while you wait.

12:00
CULP: German Intermediate 1 charged (13 of 15) CANCELLED 12:00 - 14:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 4

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At intermediate 1 level the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

Please note this is a lighter version of a full course. More detailed information is available from the Language Centre.

Addenbrooke's Art Collection Tour new Finished 12:00 - 13:00 Clinical School, Seminar Room 13

Over recent years, there has been a growing understanding of the powerful impact that the arts can have in healthcare settings. In 2007, The Department of Health issued its first ever review of arts in health which recognised that the arts “are, and should be firmly recognised as being integral to health, healthcare provision and healthcare environments, including supporting staff”.

This session, hosted by Addenbrooke’s Arts (a programme funded by Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust), will include a short talk about the role of arts in health followed by a tour of the art collection in Addenbrooke’s Hospital.

For more information about Addenbrooke’s Arts please go to: http://www.cuh.org.uk/corporate-information/services/non-clinical-services/addenbrookes-arts

Donations to Addenbrooke's Art would be gratefully received!

20th Century Art Tour: Relaxation, Slow Looking & Movement new Finished 12:00 - 12:50 Fitzwilliam Museum

Join dance artist Filipa Pereira Stubbs to refresh your brain & your body through slow looking at art, listening to music & simple dance.

Everyone is welcome; the dance practice is designed for all to participate in & enjoy.

Meet in the Fitzwilliam Museum level entrance next to the museum shop and opposite Browns on Trumpington Street.

Zumba new Finished 12:00 - 12:45 Clinical School, Frank Lee Centre

Zumba Frank Lee Centre

A dance based workout class to Latin and modern music. A fun great way to have fun shake a few pounds.

12:30
Japanese: Beginner Intensive (8 of 9) Finished 12:30 - 14:30 Department of Engineering, CLIC 2

Introductory course to Japanese. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of Japanese. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

German: Intermediate (6 of 9) Finished 12:30 - 14:30 Department of Engineering, James Dyson Building, 1st Floor, Meeting Room 18

This course is suitable for those who have already studied German for at least a year, or for those who know basic German. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

How to Be an Active Bystander new Finished 12:30 - 13:30 Department of Physics, Maxwell Centre, JJ Thomson Seminar Room (Floor 2)

Have you ever been concerned about a situation affecting someone else at work and wanted to help, but didn't because “Everyone else seems to think it’s ok” or “Nothing will change anyway”? Have you ever heard a racist/sexist/homophobic joke in the tea room and felt uncomfortable? Watched a colleague wince at being belittled or interrupted in a team meeting and wished you could help? Seen an inappropriate touch of a friend and felt bad for them? You're not alone, we are all observers and bystanders simply by being at work.

Come along to this short session to find out why this happens and what it means to be an active bystander. This includes simple changes and actions we can learn to use to support others around us and, over time, create a respectful and inclusive environment for all of us to live and work in.

Madingley Hall Garden Tour & Herbal Garden Walk new Finished 12:30 - 13:30 Institute of Continuing Education, Madingley Hall

A one hour walk around the wild grounds of Madingley Hall led by Herbalist Julie Dore and Head Gardener Richard Gant. Julie tell you about the medicinal, edible and historical uses of some of our native flora in this relaxing and beautiful setting.

13:00
CULP: French Intermediate 2 charged (13 of 15) Finished 13:00 - 15:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 2

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At intermediate 2 level the focus shifts slightly towards reading and writing whilst still offering plenty an opportunity for oral communication. The syllabus is more topical and the contents feature many a cultural, historical, political and current affairs theme. While the grammar is analysed within a context, explicit grammar instruction becomes an integral part of the course.

Please note this is a lighter version of a full course. For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

CULP: Russian Basic 1 charged (13 of 15) CANCELLED 13:00 - 15:00 Faculty of Modern & Medieval Languages, Room 219

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence. At basic level the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

Please note, this is a lighter version of a full course. More detailed information is available from the Language Centre.

Come and Sing new Finished 13:00 - 13:50 Great St. Mary's Church

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Walking History of Newnham College Gardens new Finished 13:00 - 14:00 Newnham College

Newnham College gardens are one of the hidden treasures of Cambridge and a fine example of the Arts and Crafts Movement in gardening.

Come and join the Head Gardener for a fine example of the Arts and Crafts Movement in gardening.

Meeting Place - Porters Lodge, Newnham College

13:45
Introduction to Lean in HE: Making Improvements in the Workplace new (2 of 2) Finished 13:45 - 16:30 Greenwich House, Edmonton Room

The course is designed to give participants an overview of Lean thinking as applied within Higher Education, and an explanation of some of the basic tools used to make improvements to processes. This session will focus on how to break down a problem and work towards a justifiable and confident decision to achieve the best outcome you can.

14:00
Magdalene College Gardens Tour new Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Magdalene College, Magdalene Street

A tour of the College grounds looking at the development of the grounds over the centuries.

14:30
Library lowdown: A brief introduction to the University Library new Finished 14:30 - 15:00 Cambridge University Library: Entrance Hall

A thirty minute introduction to the UL, aimed at those using our facilities and collections over the summer vacation period. An experienced member of staff will meet you in the Entrance Hall then lead you on a twenty minute tour of the UL,taking in the Locker Room, Open Bookstacks, Reading Room and West Room. Ten minutes are reserved after the tour for a question and answer session.

15:00
CULP: German Intermediate 2 charged (13 of 15) Finished 15:00 - 17:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 4

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At intermediate 2 level the focus shifts slightly towards reading and writing whilst still offering plenty an opportunity for oral communication. The syllabus is more topical and the contents feature many a cultural, historical, political and current affairs theme. While the grammar is analysed within a context, explicit grammar instruction becomes an integral part of the course.

Please note this is a lighter version of a full course. For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

16:00
CULP: German Basic 1 charged (13 of 15) Finished 16:00 - 18:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 3

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

CULP: Spanish Intermediate 2 charged (13 of 15) Finished 16:00 - 18:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 1

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At intermediate 2 level the focus shifts slightly towards reading and writing whilst still offering plenty an opportunity for oral communication. The syllabus is more topical and the contents feature many a cultural, historical, political and current affairs theme. While the grammar is analysed within a context, explicit grammar instruction becomes an integral part of the course.

Please note this is a lighter version of a full course. For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

17:00
CULP: Spanish Basic 2 charged (13 of 15) Finished 17:00 - 19:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 4

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At basic level the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

Please note, this is a lighter version of a full course. For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

18:00
CULP: Spanish Intermediate 1 charged (13 of 15) Finished 18:00 - 20:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 2

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At intermediate 1 level the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

Please note this is a lighter version of a full course. For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.