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AUA Conference 2008

For further information please contact the Sussex Branch Co-ordinator: Linda Gardiner, Essex House 106, ext 8583 Email: l.gardiner@sussex.ac.uk

What is AUA?

The Association of University Administrators (AUA) is the professional association for all higher education managers and administrators. AUA was formed in 1993 by the merger of the Conference of University Administrators (CUA) and the Association of Polytechnic Administrators (APA).

There are some 3,400 members with branches in most UK universities and higher education colleges as well as within key decision-making bodies in HE. The Association's branch network and electronic mailbase lists keep it closely in touch with members' views.

The Sussex branch has about 30 members spread across the range of administrative functions: School Administration, Finance, Buildings and Services, Recruitment, Quality Assurance, Registry. The Sussex Branch Co-ordinator is Linda Gardiner, Essex House 106, ext 8583 Email: l.gardiner@sussex.ac.uk

AUA Mission Statement

The AUA is an open and accessible body for all those with administrative and managerial responsibilities in higher education in the UK and the Republic of Ireland among whom it seeks to promote the highest standards of professionalism.

AUA is committed to serving the aspirations of its members through:

The provision of appropriate training opportunities for professional development through its annual conference, specific training and development initiatives and publications; The establishment of information networks though Newslink and other means and the encouragement of links between members and groups of members;
Fostering links and exchanges of information with similar organisations in higher education overseas.
In furtherance of its mission, the Association seeks to enhance its status and credibility as a recognised professional and influential voice in higher education.

What are the benefits of membership?

Joining AUA will help your career in HE by keeping you informed of current issues and providing opportunities for professional development and sharing of best practice. Networking opportunities through conference, regional activities and electronic means will ensure that you are never isolated from your colleagues and can share information and expertise.

Here are some of the highlights of membership:

Professional development: nationally the AUA organises seminars and lectures to develop skills and keep members up-to-date on HE issues. The annual Conference is the biggest professional development conference in the HE calendar, with over 200 sessions and keynote speeches.
Publications: Members receive the AUA quarterly journal, Perspectives: Policy & Practice in Higher Education; a quarterly newsletter Newslink with news of professional development opportunities, forthcoming events and activities, and news of colleagues; Good Practice Guides, a Directory and Calendar listing HE organisations and conferences and seminars.
On line information: There are regular electronic bulletins: aua-news includes announcements, an events diary, course updates, and a digest of "What the Papers Say"; aua-forum allows members to share news, information and good practice.
International links: AUA maintains links with organisations and individuals world-wide through its international correspondents network.

Joining: who can join, what it costs, and how

Membership is open to all staff in HE with managerial and administrative responsibility, including academic staff and senior clerical staff who wish to develop their management skills. Membership is on a personal basis.

The subscription year runs from 1 August to 31 July. Members in the UK are able to claim tax relief against the subscriptions.

You are strongly encouraged to pay by direct debit as this reduces the administrative burden of subscription collection.

If you would like an application form please contact the Sussex Branch Co-ordinator, Linda Gardiner, Essex House 106, ext 8583 Email: l.gardiner@sussex.ac.uk

Sussex members

Barbara Bryan	School Administrative Manager, SOCCUL
Emma Carlyle	School Administrator Curriculum, HUMS
Julie Carr	Graduate School Coordinator, SOCCUL
Jo-Ann Corbett	Deputy Medical School Secretary, BSMS
Peter Dennis	Medical School Secretary, BSMS
Susan Fowler	Office Administrator, Information Office
Joanna Grigg	Assistant Registrar, Partnership Office
Philip Harvey	Registrar and Secretary, Registry
Elizabeth Moore	Administrative Officer, School of African & Asian Studies
Angela Pater	School Administrative Manager
Philippa Robinson	School Administrtor, Systems and Resouces, LifeSci
Trudy Robinson	School Administrator, Systems and Resources
Allan Spencer	Director of Finance, Finance Division
Catherine Stead	Conference Manager, Conference Office
Rosa Weeks	School Administrator, Systems and Resources

AUA Conference 2008

The next AUA Conference will be take place at The University of York 31 March to 2 April.

The Conference programme and application forms will be circulated at the beginning of 2008. Further information can be found at the AUA Conference web site

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Last updated: Aug 2007