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Amidst all the frenzy of the start of the academic year, the thought of another LDHEN conference to look forward to is a real treat. I found the last one very useful in meeting colleagues across the sector and in embarking on a new collaborative project. I can be available either of those dates and the suggested venues are fine. Caroline ----- Original Message ----- From: John Hilsdon To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Thursday, September 23, 2004 10:12 AM Subject: Conference venues / dates Hi Chris and all LDHENners Silence continues on the list ... and in response to Chris, no we did not set a date for a conference, though about twenty people said they definitely wanted one! Thanks for the possible offer of Bournemouth, Chris, but before responding .... well, before the summer, and before Leicester was withdrawn as an option, we had Northumbria and Exeter as possible alternative venues .... I think it would be worth asking now if those two are still possible ... if not, Bournemouth could be perfect! At this late stage an autumn conference (or even small gathering!) seems too rushed ... should we plan for the early spring? Perhaps a date is the first thing we need. I suggest a Friday - what about Feb 4th or 11th 2005? Any takers? John Hilsdon Co-ordinator, Learning Development -----Original Message----- From: learning development in higher education network [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Christine Keenan Sent: 22 September 2004 10:44 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Apologies John Did we set a date for this? Let me know and I'll see if we can host it here. Chris Christine Keenan Learning and Teaching Officer School of Design, Engineering & Computing Bournemouth University Poole House Fern Barrow Poole Dorset BH12 5BB Tel: 01202 595307 > -----Original Message----- > From: learning development in higher education network [SMTP:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of John Hilsdon > Sent: 17 September 2004 12:17 > To: [log in to unmask] > Subject: Re: Apologies > > Dear All > > > > I> '> m sure we can well understand Maria> '> s reasons for withdrawing the offer ( hope your situation is less frantic in the near future, Maria). > > > > >From the deafening silence on the list, my guess is that everyone is up to their eyes! > > > > I have a pretty hectic fortnight ahead, as I am sure you all do, with induction, new students> '> and staff demands to meet, not to mention those of you involved in CETL bids and other projects > ...> > > > > I will not be doing much list-related activity in this period, but will post to you all again soon to see if we can decide on how to proceed with our next venture. > > > > Best wishes > > > > > > John > > John Hilsdon > Co-ordinator, Learning Development > > -----Original Message----- > From: learning development in higher education network [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Graal, M.O. > Sent: 16 September 2004 17:26 > To: [log in to unmask] > Subject: Apologies > > > > Dear LDHEN > > > > I am very sorry, but I am going to have to take back (for this year at least) my offer of hosting the LDHEN conference at Leicester. Over the summer, out of our staff of 6 in the Teaching and Learning Unit, 4 have left or are about to leave. As you can imagine, this has left us very short staffed, and even if the University moved to refill the posts now (which has yet to happen!) we are not going to have the posts filled until later in the term. > > > > In addition to this we have had a summer of building work, (roof replaced, complete rewire, all doors replaced, redecoration, new fire alarm system), without any option to relocate. This has caused us a lot of stress, and lost us a lot of staff working time. The work isn't even over and term is just round the corner. I am writing this email to the sound of drilling and sawing, without the sound proofing benefits that an office door might afford! > > > > So, without bemoaning my situation excessively, circumstances beyond my control prevent me being host this year. However, once we are back to a more normal working situation, I will be happy to help the network with hosting a future conference. > > > > On the upside, anyone looking to relocate to Leicester can keep an eye out for a flurry of job adverts! > > > > Best wishes > > > > Maria > > > > ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > > Maria Graal > Student Learning Centre > College House > University of Leicester > LE1 7RH > Tel: 0116 252 5011 > Email: [log in to unmask] >