Induction Events for New Starters
A number of induction events are available to new staff. These provide the opportunity to learn more about the University as well as meet other new starters. Please see below for details on each event.
In addition to central induction events, R&IS and LeTS hold induction events for new staff. Please click here for further details.
Welcome to the University Event
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Brief Outline The Welcome to the University Event is an opportunity for new staff to hear about the University's history and strategy for the future during a short presentation from the Vice Chancellor, Professor Sir Keith Burnett. The event starts with an opportunity to meet and speak with the VC and other colleagues new to the University. There is also the opportunity to browse a selection of University stalls outlining benefits and services available to staff. Other Information The next Welcome to the University Event will take place on: 28th October 2013 (Morning) Save the date! New members of staff who have recently joined the University will receive an invitation to attend via email. Note: It is not yet possible to book on to this event. Places will be made available closer to the date. To confirm your attendance, please log in to the Learning Management System using your University username and password, click on the Catalogue tab, and then on the 'Welcome to the University' event. You can register on the event by clicking 'Enroll'. |
New Starter Coffee Morning
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Brief Outline This informal event will give you the opportunity to meet other new starters from across the University over coffee and cakes, to find out more about the University and the community you have joined. We invite guest speakers to the coffee mornings to give our new staff the opportunity to learn more about different departments and roles across the organisation. There will also be an optional tour of the campus after the New Starter Coffee Morning, which will be led by one of our students. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the location and history of some the University's main buildings, and will take approximately one hour. Other Information The next New Starter Coffee Morning will take place on: 18th October 2013 (Morning) Save the date! New members of staff who have joined the University will receive an invitation to attend via email. |
Campus Tours
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Brief Outline Led by a current student, the Campus Tours are a great opportunity for new starters to get a real feel for the University's main campus and learn more about the history and uses of key University buildings. Other Information The next Campus Tour will be held on: Wednesday, 18th September at New members of staff who have joined the University will receive an invitation to attend via email. To register your interest on this event, please click here |
Departmental induction events
1. Research & Innovation Services Induction
R&IS offer induction sessions for new University of Sheffield staff to introduce them to the services that they provide. These sessions are also an excellent opportunity to meet relevant R&IS contacts and learn more about whom to contact for assistance. The sessions take place in March, June and October each year.
2. Strategic Learning and Teaching Induction Day
Led by Professor Paul White, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Learning & Teaching, this event is for all new staff with teaching responsibilities. It will give attendees the opportunity to learn more about the University’s Learning and Teaching Strategy and other key institutional priorities, including Internationalisation, Employability and Civic Engagement.
It also provides an excellent opportunity to network with other new staff across the organisation, and meet colleagues leading on strategic priorities.