Pro Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous) About UNE The University of New England Why We Do What We Do UNE has been a leader in flexible learning in Australia In these changing times, UNE exists so that our since 1955. It was one of the first Australian universities students and the communities we serve are thinking to offer degrees by correspondence, and today, with and working in ways that ensure sustainability, more than 17,000 external students, is one of Australia’s resilience, prosperity and meaning. major providers of external awards. Unlike many The University’s values are to be open, to enquire, to be institutions, supporting all students including those exceptional and to make a difference. remote from our Armidale campus is part of our DNA and our ability to provide personal and quality distance Over the years 2021-2030, UNE will focus on: learning experiences is evidenced in our student Personalised learning journeys: satisfaction results and is key to our success. Providing an individualised learning experience made Originally named New England University College, UNE distinctive by accessibility and flexibility. was established as a college of the University of Sydney in 1938. It was the second university established in New Empowering communities: South Wales and Australia’s first regional university. In Creating and sharing knowledge to make a difference 1954 the University became fully independent as the locally, regionally and globally. University of New England and pioneered teaching by correspondence to external students. Building Resilience: The University has consistently maintained a five-star Committing to environmental, social and financial rating for Overall Student Satisfaction for the past 14 resilience for the University, our staff, our students and years, as published in the Good Universities Guide, our communities. and has enjoyed considerable success with Australian www.une.edu.au/strategic-plan Awards for University Teaching, winning 46 awards since 2006. Our values, Madgwick’s legacy The first vice-chancellor of UNE, Sir Robert Madgwick, was a most remarkable man. His personal mission — to help ordinary people respond to a rapidly changing world — remains at the core of what drives the University of New England. Sir Robert Madgwick knew intrinsically that education is critical to helping people adapt to workplaces and change. Education as key to empowerment is a theme that runs throughout his career. Madgwick was a true champion of distance education for the purpose of empowering society — so everyone has the opportunity to adapt to the challenges of a changing world. Cover Artwork by Paul J Donnelly. Emu. 2003. The University of New England wishes to acknowledge the custodians of the many lands on which it conducts its business. In doing so UNE also acknowledges the Elders of those lands past, present and future as knowledge holders and as key stakeholders in the education and employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The UNE Campus SportUNE The University of New England is located on several sites UNE is proud to have some of the best sports facilities in Armidale. The main northern campus of the University of any university in Australia. Students and Staff have the is five kilometres to the northwest of the city centre, in an use of a heated indoor swimming pool, gym, international attractive rural and bushland setting of 260 hectares. Part standard basketball stadium, rugby fields and indoor of this campus includes the original property presented climbing wall. Archery, indoor soccer, netball, rugby union by the late Mr T. R. Forster to the University of Sydney for and underwater hockey are just a few of the organised the establishment of a University College. This property sports which students and staff can play at UNE. comprised the old homestead,‘Booloominbah’ – now the sportune.com.au administrative centre of the University and the site of the Vice-Chancellor’s office - together with several other Shopping and Services buildings and 74 hectares of land. Located nearby on this UNE has a newsagent, hair salon and banking facilities campus is a magnificent residence “Trevenna” where the on campus. Other services include a post office, cafeteria, Vice-Chancellor resides. café and licensed restaurant, and new and second-hand UNE has one of the largest residential systems of any bookshops. university in Australia. Students choose from eight Take a tour of the campus here ... residences, ranging from fully catered colleges to independent on-campus accommodation. The colleges are more than just places to eat and sleep—they provide academic support, opportunities to participate in social, cultural and sporting activities, and the chance to build networks that last a lifetime. The University also possesses a number of rural properties in close proximity to the campus, providing facilities for teaching and research. Benefits of Working at UNE Innovation thrives at the University of New England where • One of the most beautiful campuses in Australia, our constructive and engaged culture attracts creative UNE is situated on 74 hectares of heritage parklands, thinkers and we are rewarded accordingly. Be part of our overlooking the beautiful city of Armidale. All classes, diverse workforce where our teachers, researchers and residences and recreational facilities are within easy staff work together to bring 5-star education to students walking distance from each other, anywhere on around the world. campus. Aside from working from one of the most beautiful • UNE is Australia’s first regional university and has campuses in Australia, staff at UNE also enjoy a range of been built around one of the nation’s most significant great benefits, which include: country houses, Booloominbah. UNE graduates enjoy memories of graduation ceremonies on the lawn of • Access to a balanced, healthy and happy lifestyle. Booloominbah, overlooked by this masterpiece of • A competitive base salary. nineteenth-century architecture. • Excellent training and career advancement • Our on-campus services make it quick and easy to opportunities. get your personal ‘to-do’ checklist ticked off each day. Meet with colleagues or friends in a café or restaurant • Up to 17% employer superannuation plus opportunities or take advantage of the services on offer including for pre-tax salary packaging including personal a hairdresser, news agent, post office and gift shop/ contributions to your superannuation fund, motor general store. UNE boasts a restaurant, cafés, bars, a vehicles, gym membership, parking and childcare fees. bookshop a radio station and ATM facilities. • Family friendly working arrangements including an • Enjoy one of the regular UNE art collection exhibitions on-campus childcare centre which can be salary on display in the University Library or throughout packaged, plus vacation care during school holiday the campus. The UNE Art Collection is comprised periods is also available. of over 1000 works including paintings, drawings, • Generous leave entitlements include: watercolours and prints and is reflective of our - Annual Leave regional character and the University’s place in the - Sick Leave community. - Cultural Leave • Discover the collection of specimens on display in - Family and Personal Leave the UNE Natural History Museum, dominated by one of Australia’s newest dinosaurs, known as ‘Lightning - Parental, Partner and Prenatal Leave Claw’, a reconstruction of a new megaraptor species - Long Service Leave discovered in opal rubble at Lightning Ridge by UNE - Study Leave researcher Dr Phil Bell and his colleagues. • Health and Wellbeing services with access to one • UNE Sydney is much more than a study centre. It’s of the best university sporting precincts in Australia an innovative learning hub, and cornerstone of UNE’s offering a variety of fitness services and new facilities, online teaching vision. It provides a flexible and open all just a short stroll down the hill from your office learning environment in the heart of Parramatta. which means a game of tennis or a lunch-time swim/ • Students in regional NSW have access to eight gym session is easy. In addition book an appointment regional study centres at Tamworth, Taree, with the UNE Medical Centre and access free Coonabarabran, Narrabri, Moree, Inverell, Tenterfield, counselling though our employee assistance program. Glen Innes, Gunnedah and Guyra. • Abundant parking is available across campus and is just a short walk from any UNE building. Bus routes run regularly from town and many staff ride or walk to work each day on the bike track. • Campus Life About Armidale Armidale Lifestyle Armidale is located in NSW roughly halfway between Armidale Airport has numerous daily flights to and Sydney and Brisbane on the New England Highway. The from Sydney and Brisbane. Train and bus services city has a population of about 24,000. The climate is mild, also travel to the major cities. with warm summers, glorious springs and crisp winters Armidale is home to a large and active Aboriginal bringing occasional snowfalls; in autumn the city turns community. UNE is located on the lands of the crimson and gold. Anaiwan people with whom we have a strong The central business district has a cosmopolitan flavour, connection. We have connections with the with pedestrian malls, cafés, markets, regular cultural Dhungutti, Kamilaroi and Gumbaynggirr nations events and festivals. Shopping centres, museums, parks, located within the New England footprint. Our reach