Careers Fair – 9th November
//Month: October 2016
//Inaugural Lecture: Alina Rodreguez, School of Psychology
//As part of a series of lectures which offer an opportunity to hear about the research work of some of the newest Professors in the College of Social Science, Professor Alina Rodrequez will deliver a talk on 26th October.
Her talk is titled Combining Approaches: In Search of the Origins of Neurodevelopment.
Professor Rodrequez said: “The diversity of the human psyche has always been a source of intrigue. Are we a product of our genes or of our environment? Today, the belief is that we are a product of both, and that the interplay between environment and genetic factors varies across development.
“I will focus on the prenatal environment – the first environment to interact with our genes. This talk critically explores biologically plausible mechanisms and presents studies using a variety of methodological approaches, epidemiological, experimental, and molecular to examine evidence for prenatal programming of neurodevelopment: growth and development of the brain.
“Research provides evidence that the exposure to maternal stress, depression and obesity during pregnancy negatively contributes to child neurodevelopment, manifesting as behavioural, cognitive, and emotional difficulties. The goal of my research is to understand the underlying mechanisms and to identify markers of poor developmental trajectories so that they can be identified and targeted early on, which is crucial. Humans are the most plastic – or amenable to change – early in life, which makes early health promotion strategies efficient and cost-effective. The talk concludes by looking forward to my research agenda at University of Lincoln.”
The presentation will conclude at 7pm with refreshments and an opportunity for networking and to continue any discussions arising from the lecture.
This lecture is free to attend, however booking is required. Guests are asked to arrive for 5.30pm for a 6pm start. To find out more about the event and to register for a place, click here.
Please feel free to forward this invitation to any friends you feel may be interested.
University of Lincoln Financial Assistance Fund
//We’ve made it easier to get help with your finances!
The University of Lincoln Financial Assistance Fund (ULFAF) opens for applications on 1st November 2016, and applications can now be made in a number of ways:
- Online at http://lncn.eu/qu25
- Visit http://adviceservice.lincoln.ac.uk and click on ULFAF online
- Prefer paper? No worries –pick up a copy from the Student Support Centre, the SU, Student Wellbeing or the Library
- Or download a form from the Advice Service website: http://adviceguidancefunding.blogs.lincoln.ac.uk/hardship-funds/
Any awards made do not have to be repaid. Eligibility criteria can be found on the application forms.
Other problems? We might be able to help. The Advice Service offers confidential, specialist legal advice relating to: debt, housing, benefits, immigration, student funding, University issues, postgraduate and much much more….
Public Interest Disclosure (Whistle-Blowing) Policy
//The Board of Governors’ Audit Committee has recently updated the University’s Public Interest Disclosure Policy. This allows staff and students to ‘blow the whistle’ about serious concerns about malpractice in the workplace which cannot be dealt with by the more standard internal policies, such as disciplinary or grievance procedures. It is intended to cover malpractice such as corruption, unlawful practices, and serious financial maladministration, where it is believed that there is a public interest, and not simply a personal implication, justifying disclosure outside the usual channels. The Policy is derived from legislation designed to protect whistle-blowers from repercussions, as long as they have properly followed the process set out in the Policy.
The Policy can be found on the Portal at
https://ps.lincoln.ac.uk/services/hr/Employment/Whistleblowing/SitePages/Home.aspx
Disclosures of serious malpractice should normally be made, at least initially, to one of the people mentioned in section 5.2 of the Policy.
Rotary Club talk on International Bomber Command Centre
//The Rotary Club of Lincoln will host an illustrated talk on Lincolnshire’s International Bomber Command Centre project.
The talk by Air Vice Marshal (Rtd) Paul Robinson will take place on Monday 24th October 2016, starting 6.00 pm, at the County Assembly Rooms, 76 Bailgate, Lincoln LN1 3AR
The event includes a buffet meal with tickets priced at £14.00.
Paul Robinson flew Harriers in Germany during the Cold War and served in a number of senior appointments at home and abroad before settling in Lincolnshire. Four years ago, he volunteered to help with the Lincolnshire Bomber Command Memorial Trust and is a member of its management board.
Staff and students of the University can reserve places at the event by contacting Rtn Alfred Schneider PHF at the Rotary Club of Lincoln, by email: aschneider2810@virginmedia.com or telephone: 01522 521484
Please reserve places by Monday 17th October 2016, noting dietary requirements.
Great Minds lectures goes behind the scenes in the House of Lords
//One of the UK’s first People’s Peers will give a revealing account of life behind the scenes in the House of Lords in the first instalment of a new season of free public guest lectures at the University of Lincoln.
Lord Victor Adebowale of Thornes CBE, Chancellor of the University and a cross-bench member of the House of Lords since 2001, will offer audiences a glimpse into the day-to-day activities of Parliament’s Upper Chamber, revealing fascinating behind-the scenes stories and details not widely known among the public, closing with a question and answer session.
The talk, titled Everything you wanted to know about the House of Lords but were afraid to ask, will take place at 11.30am on 10th October 2016 at the Engine Shed on the University’s main Brayford Pool Campus. Admission is free but prior booking is essential.
The event is the first in the 2016/17 season of the University of Lincoln’s Great Minds guest lecture series. Great Minds aims to provide inspirational insights into different aspects of society – from the entertainment world to elite sport and public life – for school and college students in Years 11, 12 and 13. A limited number of places are also available to the public.
Lord Adebowale said: “I’m looking forward to the lecture. I think ‘great minds’ might be a stretch in my case but I don’t think my audience will blame me for trying!”
As well as being a member of the House of Lords, Lord Adebowale is Chief Executive of Turning Point, a health and social care organisation providing services for people with complex needs such as substance misuse, mental health issues or learning disabilities.
He has a passionate interest in public service reform to ensure that those who need public services most have access to them, and talks widely on poverty, social exclusion, equality and human rights, leadership and change management.
Lord Adebowale has been a member of the House of Lords since 30 June 2001, and became Chancellor of the University of Lincoln in December 2008. He also sits on the board of NHS England and the national Co-operative, and regularly appears in the national media commenting on issues relating to health, social care and public policy.
Previous Great Minds speakers have included the Astronomer Royal Professor Lord Martin Rees, Speaker of the House of Commons the Right Honourable John Bercow MP, and the Poet Laureate Dame Carol Ann Duffy. Upcoming speakers for the 2016/17 season will be revealed shortly.
To book a place at a Great Minds guest lecture, click here. Alternatively, email events@lincoln.ac.uk or phone 01522 837100. Admission to the lecture is free but booking is essential. Priority will be given to groups from UK schools and colleges.