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Fri 28 Jun 2019

Friday 28 June 2019

08:30	Meditate for a Calmer Mind Finished 08:30 - 09:30 Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, Meeting Room 5, AL.02 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	CULP: Italian Basic 1 (10 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.
	Python 3: Introduction for Absolute Beginners (4 of 5) Finished 09:30 - 13:00 Titan Teaching Room 1, New Museums Site This course is part of the Scientific Computing series. This course is aimed at those new to programming and provides an introduction to programming using Python, focussing on scientific programming. This course is probably unsuitable for those with programming experience, even if it is just in shell scripting or Matlab-like programs. By the end of this course, attendees should be able to write simple Python programs and to understand more complex Python programs written by others. As this course is part of the Scientific Computing series, the examples chosen are of most relevance to scientific programming.
	An introduction to metabolomics and its application in life-sciences (2 of 2) Finished 09:30 - 17:30 Bioinformatics Training Room, Craik-Marshall Building The goal of metabolomics is to identify and quantify the complete biochemical composition of a biological sample. With the increase in genomic, transcriptomic and proteomic information there is a growing need to understand the metabolic phenotype that these genes and proteins ultimately control. The aim of this course is to provide an overview of metabolomics and its applications in life sciences, clinical and environmental settings. Over 2 days we will introduce different techniques used to extract metabolites and analyse samples to collect metabolomic data (such as HPLC or GC-based MS and NMR), present how to analyse such data, how to identify metabolites using online databases and how to map the metabolomic data to metabolic pathways. The course content will predominantly be based on analysing samples from model plant species such as Arabidopsis thaliana but the procedures are transferable to all other organisms, including clinical and environmental settings. 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 Tableau Server Finished 09:30 - 11:30 Finance Division, Greenwich House, Ferrara Room (IT Training Room) Tableau Server is an online application available to all members of the university to access Tableau dashboards and visualisations. Tableau Viewer is entry level access to Tableau Server and allows you to view Tableau content created by others.
	Year-end seminar 2019: Clinical Schools Finished 09:30 - 10:30 Clifford Allbutt Lecture Theatre The year end seminars this year will be run on a school basis. There will be a short presentation from the Finance Division team and then a session for school specific questions relating to the year end process. Questions and topics for discussion can be submitted in advance via your School Finance manager
	Using Hydrofluoric Acid Safely Finished 09:30 - 11:30 Greenwich House, Cairo Room Hydrofluoric Acid (HF) is one of the most toxic and potentially dangerous substances used in the University. All users of HF should be fully aware of and have a good understanding of the nature of HF. They should know how best to control HF, avoid accidental exposure and understand how to deal with accidental exposure to HF. All users of HF are strongly advised to attend this course. This course is also useful for First Aiders in Departments where HF is used.
10:00	Coaching for Wellbeing Finished 10:00 - 10:40 Postdoc Centre @ Mill Lane, Committee Room NEST Coaching is offering you the opportunity to have a free 40-minute 1:1 coaching session. Maggie and Carole are both transformational life coaches and have experience working with individuals and companies around health and wellbeing, life and career transitions, parenting and relationships. NEST recognises that work and family life are interlinked and what happens in one area can affect another, no topic is off bounds. A coaching taster session will let you experience the benefits of coaching and can help you with some of the following: Understanding what is important and what motivates you Gaining clarity around issues that have been bothering you Exploring and understanding what is holding you back Gaining an insight into who you are, to include your strengths, capabilities and potential Helping you to define your goal Helping you to identify action and next steps Accountability and goals Our focus is on Nurturing, Empowering, Supporting and Training individuals to move forward, so they become fulfilled at home and at work.
10:30	Drupal: An Introduction Finished 10:30 - 12:30 University Information Services, Roger Needham Building, Ely Training Room 1 This course will cover the most essential features and concepts of Drupal Content Management Service through hands on activities.
10:50	Coaching for Wellbeing Finished 10:50 - 11:30 Postdoc Centre @ Mill Lane, Committee Room NEST Coaching is offering you the opportunity to have a free 40-minute 1:1 coaching session. Maggie and Carole are both transformational life coaches and have experience working with individuals and companies around health and wellbeing, life and career transitions, parenting and relationships. NEST recognises that work and family life are interlinked and what happens in one area can affect another, no topic is off bounds. A coaching taster session will let you experience the benefits of coaching and can help you with some of the following: Understanding what is important and what motivates you Gaining clarity around issues that have been bothering you Exploring and understanding what is holding you back Gaining an insight into who you are, to include your strengths, capabilities and potential Helping you to define your goal Helping you to identify action and next steps Accountability and goals Our focus is on Nurturing, Empowering, Supporting and Training individuals to move forward, so they become fulfilled at home and at work.
11:00	Menopause Café - Alison Richard Building Café Finished 11:00 - 12:00 Sidgwick Site, Alison Richard Building, Atrium Menopause Café At a Menopause Café people gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss menopause. The objective is to increase awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their friends, colleagues and families, so that we can make conscious choices about this third stage of life. A Menopause Cafe is a group directed discussion of menopause with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a support or counselling session. We may split into small groups and you are welcome to just listen, although we hope you will join in on discussions. Our Menopause Cafés are offered: On a not for profit basis In an accessible, respectful and confidential space With no intention of leading people to any conclusion, product or course of action Alongside refreshments! Who is it for? Anybody interested in sharing their stories, experiences and questions about menopause. All genders and all ages. Men and women and inbetween. Old and young and inbetween. https://www.menopausecafe.net/
11:40	Coaching for Wellbeing Finished 11:40 - 12:20 Postdoc Centre @ Mill Lane, Committee Room NEST Coaching is offering you the opportunity to have a free 40-minute 1:1 coaching session. Maggie and Carole are both transformational life coaches and have experience working with individuals and companies around health and wellbeing, life and career transitions, parenting and relationships. NEST recognises that work and family life are interlinked and what happens in one area can affect another, no topic is off bounds. A coaching taster session will let you experience the benefits of coaching and can help you with some of the following: Understanding what is important and what motivates you Gaining clarity around issues that have been bothering you Exploring and understanding what is holding you back Gaining an insight into who you are, to include your strengths, capabilities and potential Helping you to define your goal Helping you to identify action and next steps Accountability and goals Our focus is on Nurturing, Empowering, Supporting and Training individuals to move forward, so they become fulfilled at home and at work.
12:00	CULP: German Intermediate 1 (10 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.
	French: Beginner Intensive (3 of 9) Finished 12:00 - 14:00 Department of Engineering, CLIC 1 Introductory course to French. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of French. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.
	A Good Death? Care at the End of Life and in Bereavement Finished 12:00 - 13:30 Clinical School, Seminar Room 10 Death and dying are still taboo subjects in British society, yet they are part of life and ultimately come to all of us. This session will outline where people die in the UK, what is important to people as they approach the end of their lives and the support available towards the end of life and in bereavement. There will be plenty of time for comments and questions.
	Beyond ‘Man Up’: Men, Resilience and Wellbeing for University Staff Finished 12:00 - 13:00 Institute of Criminology, Room B4 Wellbeing, mental health and resilience are increasingly being recognized as important. Yet, many people don’t reflect on the how they can influence their wellbeing through practices and approaches. Men, in particular, are characterized as avoiding conversations and reflection on their own wellbeing, hiding behind their work, or stereotypical phases such as ‘man up’. This interactive session run by the Good Lad Initiative will give participants the chance to talk with one another about the links between masculinities and their wellbeing. We will then workshop pragmatic alternatives and skills for coping with stress and improving wellbeing.
12:30	Japanese: Beginner Intensive (6 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.
	Museum Mindfulness (Gallery Session) Finished 12:30 - 13:30 Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology Mindfulness is a form of meditation that asks you to bring your full attention to the present moment. In this hour-long workshop, we will be seeing how mindfulness can be used to deepen your appreciation of museum or gallery collections and also how museums and galleries can assist with mental health. NB – 'Members of the public will be accessing the gallery at the same time as workshop participants. For a session taking place in a private room, please book for Museum Mindfulness (Object Handling) on Friday the 5th of July.
	French : ICE Taster Course Finished 12:30 - 13:30 Institute of Continuing Education, Madingley Hall A French language workshop with a difference. Learning a new language can do more than enrich your personal travels. Scientific studies prove that it can protect an adult brain against ageing. This workshop will present an overview of France regional diversity, most famous sites and a few famous people and specialties. It will be combining the acquisition of practical information and give you the opportunity to learn simple techniques to understand and communicate in a foreign language. This is assumed to be a difficult activity for the brain and yet it can be mastered. By doing so you’ll unlock your brain potential and boost your memorization skills and have fun in the process.
13:00	CULP: French Intermediate 2 (10 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 (10 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.
	Relaxation Session Finished 13:00 - 13:45 Kavli Institute for Cosmology, Meeting Room Join a counsellor from the University Staff Counselling Service to unwind during your busy day – it may well make the rest of your day more relaxed and productive.
13:15	Coaching for Wellbeing Finished 13:15 - 13:55 Postdoc Centre @ Mill Lane, Committee Room NEST Coaching is offering you the opportunity to have a free 40-minute 1:1 coaching session. Maggie and Carole are both transformational life coaches and have experience working with individuals and companies around health and wellbeing, life and career transitions, parenting and relationships. NEST recognises that work and family life are interlinked and what happens in one area can affect another, no topic is off bounds. A coaching taster session will let you experience the benefits of coaching and can help you with some of the following: Understanding what is important and what motivates you Gaining clarity around issues that have been bothering you Exploring and understanding what is holding you back Gaining an insight into who you are, to include your strengths, capabilities and potential Helping you to define your goal Helping you to identify action and next steps Accountability and goals Our focus is on Nurturing, Empowering, Supporting and Training individuals to move forward, so they become fulfilled at home and at work.
14:00	Medicine: Managing Your Bibliography (for University and NHS) Finished 14:00 - 16:00 Clinical School, Medical Library, Library Training Room How to take the bile out of your bibliography, and ensure that it's not the most time-consuming part of your work. A variety of tools will be showcased: EndNote, EndNoteWeb, Zotero, Mendeley.
	Where Do You Draw the Line? Finished 14:00 - 16:00 Institute of Criminology, Room B3 Delivered in a safe and supportive environment, this bullying and sexual harassment prevention training offers individuals the opportunity to learn about the different factors that might create and perpetuate a work environment in which harassment and bullying occur, and strategies for how to address this. Session Objectives: Know what the University has in place to support and sustain a positive and thriving working environment for all staff and students Clarify the expectations about professional behaviour in the HE context of: What is acceptable and unacceptable? The ‘grey’ areas Understand the terms bullying, harassment and sexual misconduct and know what is in place to deal with these with a zero-tolerance approach Know what you can do to create and sustain a positive and thriving environment for everyone. This is an open session for all University and College staff
	Casting New Light on Classical Sculpture: A Tour of the Museum of Classical Archaeology Finished 14:00 - 15:00 Faculty of Classics, Museum of Classical Archaeology The Museum of Classical Archaeology's light and airy cast gallery hosts a roll-call of some of the most famous sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome - but why do we have a collection of copies (or 'fakes')? Find out more about the history of the casts, ancient and modern, on this tour.
	Coaching for Wellbeing Finished 14:00 - 14:40 Postdoc Centre @ Mill Lane, Committee Room NEST Coaching is offering you the opportunity to have a free 40-minute 1:1 coaching session. Maggie and Carole are both transformational life coaches and have experience working with individuals and companies around health and wellbeing, life and career transitions, parenting and relationships. NEST recognises that work and family life are interlinked and what happens in one area can affect another, no topic is off bounds. A coaching taster session will let you experience the benefits of coaching and can help you with some of the following: Understanding what is important and what motivates you Gaining clarity around issues that have been bothering you Exploring and understanding what is holding you back Gaining an insight into who you are, to include your strengths, capabilities and potential Helping you to define your goal Helping you to identify action and next steps Accountability and goals Our focus is on Nurturing, Empowering, Supporting and Training individuals to move forward, so they become fulfilled at home and at work.
14:50	Coaching for Wellbeing Finished 14:50 - 15:30 Postdoc Centre @ Mill Lane, Committee Room NEST Coaching is offering you the opportunity to have a free 40-minute 1:1 coaching session. Maggie and Carole are both transformational life coaches and have experience working with individuals and companies around health and wellbeing, life and career transitions, parenting and relationships. NEST recognises that work and family life are interlinked and what happens in one area can affect another, no topic is off bounds. A coaching taster session will let you experience the benefits of coaching and can help you with some of the following: Understanding what is important and what motivates you Gaining clarity around issues that have been bothering you Exploring and understanding what is holding you back Gaining an insight into who you are, to include your strengths, capabilities and potential Helping you to define your goal Helping you to identify action and next steps Accountability and goals Our focus is on Nurturing, Empowering, Supporting and Training individuals to move forward, so they become fulfilled at home and at work.
15:00	CULP: German Intermediate 2 (10 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 (10 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 (10 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 (10 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 (10 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.