The Faculty has successfully negotiated with the Western Region of the Department of Disability and Homecare (DADHC) to establish a placement program for up to twelve final year students to take up clinical studies in Dubbo in 2010.
The Faculty would like to extend our congratulations to Associate Professor Michelle Lincoln, who in the last six months has had some exceptional achievements which reflect her outstanding leadership in service to the university as well as in teaching and research.
We welcome ideas - big and small - about how we can now engage more closely with our alumni, our professional associations and other stakeholders in moving forward
Staff workshop stimulates discussion on faculty curriculum framework, new directions in the delivery of clinical education, and interprofessional learning.
The Academic Workload Working Party is keen to share their ideas and recommendations with the Faculty through a series of consultations in the week beginning Monday, 5 October.
Congratulations to Dr Rachel Mayes, FHS Postdoctoral Research Fellow, for her recently having her thesis published as a book, "Becoming Mother - The experiences of women with intellectual disabilities".
Congratulations are extended to the following Unit of Study Coordinators for achieving outstanding results in their Unit of Study Evaluations for S1, 2009.
The Staff Central Steering Committee is seeking your feedback to help us improve the useability of the Intranet and ensure that it is in line with staff needs.
NOTICE is hereby given that an election of five Fellows of the Senate by and from the graduates of the University of Sydney will be held on 11 November 2009.
Globally-renowned magician David Copperfield will visit the University of Sydney this Saturday August 8 to help launch a program that uses magic to encourage therapeutic rehabilitation among the disabled and handicapped
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Sydney is leading the way in moving towards a graduate model of allied health education in line with national and international developments.
Notice is hereby given that an election of one Fellor of Senate by and from the undergraduate students, and one Fellow of Senate by and from the postgraduate students will be held on 8 October 2009.
As recently detailed on the FHS website, a new Internship project developed by Indigenous Community Volunteers is helping to facilitate FHS student placements in Indigenous communities.
Professor Stephanie Short accepted an invitation to present a research paper to the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) on Wednesday 3 June in Jakarta.
The Behavioural & Social Sciences Review is now underway, with workshops scheduled between 30th June and 2nd July for invited staff members and external stakeholders.
A group of representatives from across the Faculty met with market research agency Pollinate, to discuss the opportunities and issues surrounding the development of the Graduate Entry Master's (GEM) programs.
SDLOs are members of academic or professional staff who have volunteered for the position and have been appointed by the Dean of Faculty. We are now seeking 5 SDLOs for the Faculty of Health Sciences.
Here at FHS we recognise the value that talented students bring to our faculty. We have added to our existing award scheme to ensure we celebrate our student's achievements and create the impact they deserve.
Michael Quinlan, a Visiting Professor in the Work and Health Research Team, was one of three researchers invited to a attend annual retreat of the Australian Health Inequalities Program.
Staff of the University of Sydney are advised that an election of four Fellows of Senate by and from the academic staff and an election of one Fellow of Senate by and from the non-academic staff of the University will be held on 14 May 2009.
Have you experienced issues with communication across the Faculty? We now have a suite of new communication tools which give you an alternative to email and the FHS Bulletin.
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The Faculty has successfully negotiated with the Western Region of the Department of Disability and Homecare (DADHC) to establish a placement program for up to twelve final year students to take up clinical studies in Dubbo in 2010.
These awards are recognition of the skill that each teacher applies to their teaching. 
The Dean, Professor Gwynneth Llewellyn presented the 2009 Salute awards at the Faculty Christmas party. 
Benefits for December and Special Discounts for Cumberland Staff
The Faculty would like to extend our congratulations to Associate Professor Michelle Lincoln, who in the last six months has had some exceptional achievements which reflect her outstanding leadership in service to the university as well as in teaching and research.
As a part of the Facutly's Sustainable Campus initiative, this year we will be providing an E-Christmas Card for distribution.
The Faculty of Health Sciences welcomes Mark Williams, Professor of Exercise and Sport Science
Congratulations to our members of Faculty who were successful in the recent NHMRC and ARC funding rounds. 
We welcome ideas - big and small - about how we can now engage more closely with our alumni, our professional associations and other stakeholders in moving forward
Our 30th Anniversary celebrations were bigger and better than even we could have imagined. 
Congratulations to Health Sciences' Professor Craig Veitch, Associate Professor Michelle Lincoln, Professor Anita Bundy and Professor Richard Madden. 
Breast Cancer Research Group raises over $2000 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation
Deans Desk Newsletter October 2009
Staff workshop stimulates discussion on faculty curriculum framework, new directions in the delivery of clinical education, and interprofessional learning.
The Institute for Sustainable Solutions invites you to attend a lecture by Dr Derek Yach, Senior Vice President of Global Health Policy at PepsiCo.
The Academic Workload Working Party is keen to share their ideas and recommendations with the Faculty through a series of consultations in the week beginning Monday, 5 October.
NOTICE is hereby given that elections of academic staff to the Academic Board will be held on 4 November 2009
Congratulations to the winners of the Semester 1, 2009, Faculty of Health Sciences Teaching Awards
Congratulations to Dr Rachel Mayes, FHS Postdoctoral Research Fellow, for her recently having her thesis published as a book, "Becoming Mother - The experiences of women with intellectual disabilities". 
Professor Glennys Howarth has been appointed as the new Head of Discipline for Behavioural and Social Sciences in Health, effective 28 September 2009
To stay up to date with information on the National Health Workforce Taskforce (NHWT) we encourage staff to visit www.nhwt.gov.au 
Congratulations are extended to the following Unit of Study Coordinators for achieving outstanding results in their Unit of Study Evaluations for S1, 2009. 
Congratulations to A/Prof Elias Mpofu for his new text titled 'Health Assessment: Applying ICF Guidelines.'
From Monday 24 August 2009, the Associate Dean Staff Development will be Professor Deborah Black.
As was the case in Semester 1, the Faculty will be managing the organisation of the Unit of Study Evaluations (USEs) for Semester 2. 
Notice is hereby given of the upcoming faculty meeting
A great benefit of an academic appointment is the opportunity to engage in Special Studies Program (SSP or sabbatical). 
The Staff Central Steering Committee is seeking your feedback to help us improve the useability of the Intranet and ensure that it is in line with staff needs.
NOTICE is hereby given that an election of five Fellows of the Senate by and from the graduates of the University of Sydney will be held on 11 November 2009.
Globally-renowned magician David Copperfield will visit the University of Sydney this Saturday August 8 to help launch a program that uses magic to encourage therapeutic rehabilitation among the disabled and handicapped
After 24 years in a variety of roles across the Faculty, Phillipa Harrington says good-bye to Cumberland. 
Following the initial meeting on July 9, we would like to give you another opportunity to provide your feedback on the University Strategic Plan
As recently detailed on the FHS website, a new Internship project developed by Indigenous Community Volunteers is helping to facilitate FHS student placements in Indigenous communities.
Senior Research Associate, Jo Ragen was awarded an International Rotary medal at an award ceremony.
FHS prizes and scholarships are currently under review
A tailored membership package for Cumberland Campus Staff for Semester 2 2009 is now available!
After 20 years of service to the Faculty, Bharati Jayachandran retires as Manager of Student Central
The program has received the World Association for Sexual Health 2009 Award for Excellence & Innovation in Sexuality Education.
Professor Stephanie Short accepted an invitation to present a research paper to the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) on Wednesday 3 June in Jakarta. 
Christine Fairchild, Student Adviser, demonstrates the versatility of the Faculty's unique teal colour. 
Congratulations to Associate Professor Jenny Allison who has been appointed as a member of the Community and Clinicians Expert Advisory Council.
A/Prof Kirrie Ballard is co-author of an article published in the American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology which won the 2008 editor's prize. 
Election of four fellows by and from academic staff and one fellow by and from the non-academic staff. 
The new website for the Yoorang Garrang Indigenous Student Support Unit went has been launched this month.
Section 6 of the University's By-law requires amendments to Rules to be displayed on all official University noticeboards 
Prize Night 2009 will be held on the evening of Thursday 21 May.
All staff members are encouraged to attend the Faculty Forum on the Academic Board Review. 
Congratulations to the following staff who have been successful in obtaining a Small TIES grant for 2009.
A group of representatives from across the Faculty met with market research agency Pollinate, to discuss the opportunities and issues surrounding the development of the Graduate Entry Master's (GEM) programs.
SDLOs are members of academic or professional staff who have volunteered for the position and have been appointed by the Dean of Faculty. We are now seeking 5 SDLOs for the Faculty of Health Sciences. 
A delegation from Sun Yat-Sen University in China's Guangdong Province recently visited the Faculty.
The Faculty would like to welcome the following academics staff members to their new positions.
Michael Quinlan, a Visiting Professor in the Work and Health Research Team, was one of three researchers invited to a attend annual retreat of the Australian Health Inequalities Program. 
Have you experienced issues with communication across the Faculty? We now have a suite of new communication tools which give you an alternative to email and the FHS Bulletin.
In 2009 the Faculty welcomes 33 new undergraduate student ambassadors.
Uni Jobs recently announced the Lecturer of the Year 2008 awards (www.lectureroftheyear.com.au).
February newsletter update from the Dean's Desk.
Directions for accessing and logging into Staff Central Workgroups
Congratulations to Glen Davis for successful Victorian Neurotrauma Initiative Grant
Over an extremely busy four day period, 1000 new students are expected to pass through our doors. 
Applying for Academic Promotion Faculty Forum 11am Tuesday 3 February Obtain tips on how to plan an academic career
Welcome Christine Longworth to FHS
Info Day Thank You