University considers ‘mitigating’ 12 week semesters with alternative proposal
Student representatives and casual staff say they have not been consulted about the new proposal.
April 22, 2021
Professor Pip Pattison, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education) has proposed that the University retain 13 contact weeks a semester, but that Week 13 become a revision week and that non-examination assessments be due during Stuvac.
Pattison will recommend to the Academic Board that for the 2022-2026 academic calendar, they choose between the new proposal (Option B) and the 12 week semester one (Option A), which has been met with overwhelming opposition from students and staff. An option to keep the existing structure is not included.
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Recognition for two outstanding teachers Two Sydney academics were awarded citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning in the Federal Government’s Australian Awards for University Teaching.
Deputy-Vice Chancellor (Education) Professor Pip Pattison congratulated Dr Stanaway and Dr Shirvanimoghaddam on their citations.
“The awards recognise and celebrate the impact of educators on student outcomes and are an outstanding testament to the innovative approaches taken to support and engage students with their learning,” said Professor Pattison.
“Congratulations to our colleagues on being recognised for their extraordinary work to enhance learning experiences and contribute to a culture of excellence in teaching, delivered during a period of significant challenge and uncertainty for higher education.”
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