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President of Ireland receives honorary degree from the University
(24 Apr 2024)
President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, is visiting the University this week and has been presented with an honorary degree.
DSE Outstanding Contribution (DOCA) Awards 2024 - Celebrating our 10th Annual Ceremony
(23 Apr 2024)
Every year the Directorate for the Student Experience recognises, rewards, celebrates and thanks staff for their contribution to the Directorate and to the University of Manchester, through the DSE Outstanding Contribution Awards, known as the DOCAs.
Earth Day
(22 Apr 2024)
Celebrate Earth Day and get involved this April
University named University of the Year at Educate North Awards
(19 Apr 2024)
The University wins prestigious award for outstanding contributions in learning, innovation, and research
Celebrating Passover - supporting colleagues and students
(19 Apr 2024)
What you need to know about supporting colleagues and students celebrating Passover
Manchester researchers part of £7m investigation of mental health
(18 Apr 2024)
Colleagues to co-lead two challenge areas in national research network, Population Health Improvement UK
Wood Street Mission Lottery
(16 Apr 2024)
Announcing the winner of the April 2024 draw
Pet Shop Boys in conversation at John Rylands Library
(15 Apr 2024)
Jon Savage, Professor of Popular Culture, will interview Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe on Friday, 26 April 2024
University signs new partnership with behavioural science and technology organisation
(11 Apr 2024)
The University signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Greater Manchester-based organisation KultraLab Limited
Devo Manc led to significant improvements across health system, study finds
(10 Apr 2024)
University researchers’ evidence shows working together in partnership, locally has better outcomes and supports people to live healthier and happier lives
Cancer research team win prestigious international award
(09 Apr 2024)
‘Team Womb’ hailed for a true multidisciplinary effort that changed clinical practice across the UK
Postdoctoral researcher wins Women in Science award
(08 Apr 2024)
“Believe in yourself, defy stereotypes…and persist in pursuing your dreams,” says Dr Reem Swidah, honoured for her work in sustainable development
International Asexuality Day
(05 Apr 2024)
International Asexuality Day on Saturday, 6 April
Meet Wiley Prize winner – aged 98
(03 Apr 2024)
Dr Raymond Schofield awarded this year’s Wiley Prize for Biomedical Sciences, with Judith Kimble and Allan Spradling
Religious awareness days this April
(02 Apr 2024)
Observing religious celebrations this April
Neurodivergent Wellbeing Webinar
(28 Mar 2024)
Neurodivergent Wellbeing Webinar on Wednesday, 24 April with Neurodiversity Coach Liz Mulhall-Brewer
SALC Easter Egg collection to benefit local families this Easter
(28 Mar 2024)
Local food banks will receive a big donation from the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures this Easter weekend.
University and BBC co-create exciting Religions and Theology learning tool
(28 Mar 2024)
A new A Level learning resource has been co-created by a team of academics from the Religions and Theology department in the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures, with the support of the BBC Beyond Belief team.
Dr Eric Li awarded Medal of Honour
(28 Mar 2024)
In January 2024, the President and Vice-Chancellor presented Dr Eric Li with the University’s Medal of Honour at a special ceremony in Hong Kong.
World Autism Acceptance Week
(27 Mar 2024)
Celebrating World Autism Acceptance Week (Tuesday, 2 April until Friday, 8 April)
MP tours our pioneering environmental research facilities
(26 Mar 2024)
Afzal Khan visited newly redeveloped Firs Environmental Research Station and Manchester Air Quality Supersite
Transgender Day of Visibility
(25 Mar 2024)
Transgender Day of Visibility is on Sunday, 31 March
Lemn Sissay OBE returns as judge for the 2024 Micropoetry Competition
(22 Mar 2024)
Esteemed poet and former Chancellor of the University of Manchester, Lemn Sissay OBE, has been unveiled as a judge in this year’s Micropoetry competition.
Manchester University Press shortlisted in the British Book Awards 2024
(21 Mar 2024)
Manchester University Press shortlisted for Academic, Educational and Professional Publisher of the Year
Biological Services Facility achieves prestigious AAALAC accreditation
(19 Mar 2024)
The accreditation is testament to the University’s unwavering commitment to the highest standards of animal welfare and quality in research.
Policy@Manchester Seminar on AI and transport
(19 Mar 2024)
Academics, local policymakers and experts in transport and urban planning met in February
Neurodiversity celebration week 2024
(15 Mar 2024)
Celebrating the talents and strengths of our neurodivergent community
Wood Street Mission Lottery
(14 Mar 2024)
Announcing the winner of the March 2024 draw
Manchester team into University Challenge semi-finals
(13 Mar 2024)
The team beat Christ Church, Oxford to move forward in the popular TV quiz for students
Tine Buffel named a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences
(12 Mar 2024)
Professor of Sociology and Social Gerontology recognised as a leading expert in her field