Editorial

Firstly, I’d like to give my personal appreciation to those who sent their friendly comments and positive feedback after my first newsletter was issued last month. I am humbled but cannot take all the credit myself. Kathie, Liesha, Greg, and in particular, Tracy, supported me and helped make this editorship succession as smooth as possible. I feel inspired and encouraged.

This month, we have included a summary of Bluenotes APAC 2019 that was hosted at Monash University last month. I have been to this local chapter of the Bluenotes’ annual forum twice  but unfortunately could not make it this year. Tim Brennan, General Manager Asia-Pacific, Bluenotes Group, shared this story and photos. I trust that all presenters and participants had great time meeting in person, sharing their successes and best practices, and learning from each another!

On the Sunday (3 March), I participated the 48th Round the Bay. This has become one of the largest recreational events in the world, where the runners, joggers, and walkers (I was one them), tackle an 8.4km course along Tamaki Drive from downtown Auckland to St Heliers Bay.

Now to some reflections for the 2019 academic year:

• You do not have to feel (fully) prepared to start a journey
• You are not alone, even if it feels that way sometimes
• Take your own pace
• Have fun while walking (working) hard
• It is consistency that pays results

Enjoy reading

Lizzie Li

Editor, The Institutional Researcher