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Sun 29 Mar 2020 – Wed 1 Apr 2020

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Monday 30 March 2020

09:00	CUL: Book a Buddy! Finished 09:00 - 09:30 Cambridge University Library: Entrance Hall Nervous or intimidated about visiting the UL for the first time? Don’t know where to begin with a Literature search? Can never find the books you need on the open shelves? Book a buddy! Email reference@cam.ac.uk to arrange a session. Tell us what you need help with and we’ll match you with a member of library staff who can show you what you need to know, whether it’s searching the catalogue, using Electronic Legal Deposit, finding open shelf books or something else entirely. Don't suffer in silence - Book a buddy!
	CUL: Disabled or neurodiverse User Orientation Finished 09:00 - 09:30 Cambridge University Library: Entrance Hall Nervous or intimidated about visiting the UL for the first time? Don’t know where to begin with a Literature search? Want to discuss your Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan? Book a buddy! Email disability@cam.ac.uk to arrange a session. Tell us what you need help with and we’ll match you with a member of library staff who can show you what you need to know, whether it’s searching the catalogue, using Electronic Legal Deposit, finding open shelf books or something else entirely.
	CUL:Non-Medical Helper Orientation Finished 09:00 - 09:30 Cambridge University Library: Entrance Hall Nervous or intimidated about visiting the UL for the first time? Don’t know where to begin with a Literature search? Can never find the books you need on the open shelves? Want to learn what extra support the UL can offer? Book a buddy! Email disability@cam.ac.uk to arrange a session. Tell us what you need help with and we’ll match you with a member of library staff who can show you what you need to know, whether it’s searching the catalogue, using Electronic Legal Deposit, finding open shelf books or something else entirely. You are welcome to attend by yourself or alongside the student that you assist.
09:30	Administrator Development Programme (6 of 6) Finished 09:30 - 19:00 N/A - online webinar This development programme for generalist and specialist administrators draws on the expertise of senior figures in the University and provides up to date information on the various strands and issues of University strategy and governance. It includes development of some key skills and a project activity, and offers a valuable opportunity to network with administrators from the UAS and other departments and institutions. Selection for this programme is via nomination by School Secretaries, Heads of Division or Heads of Non-School Institutions. Nominees will need to demonstrate the benefit of participating, both for themselves and their institution. Please speak to your line manager and/or appropriate nominator if you would like to be considered. Note for 2020/21: nominations are paused until Michaelmas term. Please see further information about key themes and speakers on the programme flyer.
	AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting 2019-20 (13 of 17) Finished 09:30 - 16:30 First Intuition The course details are being finalised, for now please book a provisional place here and we will let you know when the details and application packs are available AAT Level 4, Professional Diploma in accounting. Students will be placed on the public day release programme with an external provider Once you have registered here you will need to complete the application form at the back of the briefing pack. This pack is available on our website https://www.finance.admin.cam.ac.uk/training/professional-qualifications/aat/university-programme Dates will be added once they have been confirmed
	Risk Assessment CANCELLED 09:30 - 12:00 Clinical School, Seminar Room 11 The course is designed to give attendees the necessary skills to carry out risk assessments.
14:00	JTC : 1-1 Language learning advice VIA SKYPE Finished 14:00 - 14:30 Skype A 30 minute appointment with a Language Adviser VIA SKYPE to explore ways to keep up with your language learning goals during the current pandemic. These appointments are for advice on learning languages other than English. Should you want support for language skills in English, please do not book into one of these appointments but send your request to adtis@langcen.cam.ac.uk instead. (Please note that if you are seeking advice about our taught courses, you are encouraged to visit our website for information about online courses to be offered next term).
14:30	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Induction Workshop: Part I CANCELLED 14:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room This is an interactive workshop, designed to help new staff learn more about the Cambridge University Library, meet some of the key people who work in it and learn more about key library policies.
15:00	Open research and open minds: get your research out there to boost impact! Finished 15:00 - 17:00 Online Do you know what to look out for when choosing an Open Access publisher or a data repository? It's important to get these decisions right to be at the forefront of the trend towards Open Research, ensuring that you build a strong profile and embrace the changes that are expected from researchers. Practicing Open Research will help you to: Be cited more often Secure grants Spark collaborations Make your findings more reproducible

Tuesday 31 March 2020

10:00	Grants and Indirect Costs Seminar CANCELLED 10:00 - 11:30 Greenwich House, Heidelberg Room « Description not available »
	Scientific posters; the good, the bad and the ugly (STEMM) POSTPONED 10:00 - 12:30 Student Services Centre, Exams Hall, Room AG03d A good poster’s worth 1000 words… but a bad poster’s just a bit of messy paper. When it’s time for you to present your scientific poster how are you going to make the most of the opportunity? We’ll think about why we use posters to present our research, what makes the difference between a good and bad poster and some useful tips to help you present your data in style. Please note, this is an introductory course to help you start preparing for your first poster sessions...
11:00	JTC: Speaking practice for learners of French VIA SKYPE Finished 11:00 - 11:20 Skype A chance to practice French conversation/pronunciation with a volunteer native speaker.
11:20	JTC: Speaking practice for learners of French VIA SKYPE Finished 11:20 - 11:40 Skype A chance to practice French conversation/pronunciation with a volunteer native speaker.
11:40	JTC: Speaking practice for learners of French VIA SKYPE Finished 11:40 - 12:00 Skype A chance to practice French conversation/pronunciation with a volunteer native speaker.
12:00	UIS Business Briefing: IT Portfolios update POSTPONED 12:00 - 12:45 University Information Services, Roger Needham Building, Norwich Auditorium A Business Briefing to present an update on recent activities relating to IT Portfolios
14:00	iProcurement Part 2: Month End processes in the Buyers Work Centre (1 of 2) CANCELLED 14:00 - 16:00 Finance Division, Greenwich House, Ferrara Room (IT Training Room) This course covers the various month-end processes that need to be completed within the iProcurement module.
	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Induction Workshop: Part II CANCELLED 14:00 - 17:00 Cambridge University Library, Aoi Comms Room 1 This is an interactive workshop, designed to help new staff learn more about the Cambridge University Library and meet some of the key people who work in it. Staff will take part in some fun activities to learn more about other departments within the Cambridge University Libraries, have a presentation from a member of the Leadership Team about the wider workings of the University and have time to check their HR24 Induction Checklists and meet other new starters. Designed to be more informal, this workshop is a great opportunity to meet other staff, make contacts and ask any questions that you may have come across in your first month of employment.
15:00	JTC : 1-1 Language learning advice VIA SKYPE Finished 15:00 - 15:30 Skype A 30 minute appointment with a Language Adviser VIA SKYPE to explore ways to keep up with your language learning goals during the current pandemic. These appointments are for advice on learning languages other than English. Should you want support for language skills in English, please do not book into one of these appointments but send your request to adtis@langcen.cam.ac.uk instead. (Please note that if you are seeking advice about our taught courses, you are encouraged to visit our website for information about online courses to be offered next term).
16:00	iProcurement Part 2: Month End processes in the Buyers Work Centre (2 of 2) CANCELLED 16:00 - 16:30 Finance Division, Greenwich House, Ferrara Room (IT Training Room) This course covers the various month-end processes that need to be completed within the iProcurement module.

Wednesday 1 April 2020

09:00	Molecular Phylogenetics (FUTURE ONLINE LIVE TRAINING) (1 of 3) Finished 09:00 - 17:00 Bioinformatics Training Facility - Online LIVE Training PLEASE NOTE that until further notice, due to the evolving situation with Coronavirus no courses will be offered as classroom based at the Training Facility. The Bioinformatics Team are investigating a workable solution to offer some of the courses on a remote basis and will be in contact with updates as soon as possible. This course will provide training for bench-based biologists to use molecular data to construct and interpret phylogenies, and test their hypotheses. Delegates will gain hands-on practice of using a variety of programs freely-available online and commonly used in molecular studies, interspersed with some lectures. 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.
09:30	Leading Your Team Through Change CANCELLED 09:30 - 16:30 Greenwich House, Edmonton Room Change is a constant feature in today’s workplace and yet many of us find it hard to navigate successfully through change. Studies show that the line manager has a critical role to play in ensuring staff are ready for change and in successfully implementing it. These sessions will equip you with the skills and attitudes you need to guide, support and motivate your team through the process of change. Case studies, discussion and activities will provide the opportunity to share ideas and embed skills.
	AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting 2019-20 (14 of 24) Finished 09:30 - 16:30 First Intuition The AAT Level 3, Diploma in Accounting, introduces to students to more complex financial processes and accounting tasks, the principles of VAT, professional ethics and develops their spreadsheet skills. In addition to applying for a provisional place here, you will need to complete an application form which can be found on our website https://www.finance.admin.cam.ac.uk/training/professional-qualifications/aat/university-programme
	AP Part 2: Matching, Amending and Foreign Invoices in Accounts Payable CANCELLED 09:30 - 16:15 Finance Division, Greenwich House, Ferrara Room (IT Training Room) This course builds on the knowledge gained in AP Part 1. The delegates will learn how to match invoices to purchase orders, add in freight charges and process invoices from other departments. The course also covers international payments including accounting for VAT and foreign currencies. Delegates will also learn more about month end procedures and AP Reports.
10:00	Fire Safety Managers' Training CANCELLED 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.
	Medicine: Getting the best results - improving your database searching (for NHS staff only) Finished 10:00 - 12:00 Clinical School, Medical Library, Library Training Room A course specifically for NHS staff. Attendees will learn how to search databases accessed with an Athens login (such as Medline, Embase and Cinahl) effectively and efficiently, to learn how to save searches and references, and to create and maintain a bibliography. All attendees are required to have an NHS Athens login. University of Cambridge staff and students wanting to learn similar material should book onto the Introduction to Literature Searching (for University) course instead. UPDATE: Please note that this session is taking place remotely, not in the Medical Library as previously advertised. Please do not go to the Medical Library training room. You will be contacted by the training team with information about how to join the session remotely.