News archive – June 2026
AI in Teaching and Learning Policy approved - what you need to do
01 Jun 2026
Senate has approved a new AI in Teaching and Learning Policy, which takes effect from 1 September 2026. The policy introduces a common framework for communicating expectations to our students of how AI can be used in assessed work - and sets out a clear, proportionate ask of teaching colleagues ahead of the new academic year.
It’s National Volunteer’s Week! Make time, make a difference
01 Jun 2026
Still not used your volunteering days? Challenge accepted
Parents, Carers & Guardians Network Flagship Event
01 Jun 2026
Get involved this Carer's Week!
Purple Place - June offers
02 Jun 2026
Purple Place is your exclusive platform for colleague Reward, Benefits and Recognition.
Challenge accepted: A volunteering day preserving Manchester’s advertising heritage
02 Jun 2026
Colleagues support the Richard Roberts Archive
Ebola outbreak – information for colleagues and students
03 Jun 2026
The outbreak of Ebola disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda is obviously a concern for many across our University community. Those with upcoming trips or placements in the region (including Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania) will also have some uncertainties and questions.
Purplewave 2026: 10 years of rising to the challenge
04 Jun 2026
Huge congratulations to everybody who took part!
Summer intensive Mandarin courses available
04 Jun 2026
Accelerate your Mandarin learning this summer by taking an intensive course at the Confucius Institute.
M365 Copilot in-person support available 9/10 June
04 Jun 2026
Colleagues using M365 Copilot can access in-person support at Booth Street East on 9/10 June, with drop-in support for Professional Services colleagues and dedicated sessions for colleagues with leadership or line management responsibilities.
Challenge accepted: getting creative at Manchester Museum
04 Jun 2026
Annie shares how she used her volunteering days to inspire creativity and support families during the holidays
A new framework for social responsibility at Manchester
05 Jun 2026
Driving social and environmental impact here and for the world
Rethinking the Performance & development review
08 Jun 2026
Performing at Manchester is being designed with colleagues to support you to perform at your best through regular, meaningful conversations
Countdown on for the Universally Manchester Festival
08 Jun 2026
Our free Universally Manchester Festival returns with fun activities for all!
Have an AI idea? Turn it into reality with Pathfinder
09 Jun 2026
The University wants to hear your ideas for new AI solutions
“One of the key challenges now is to keep translating research into action.”
09 Jun 2026
Professor Jamie Woodward – named as one of top ten most influential environmental academics for his contribution to public understanding and policymaking on water pollution – keeps focus on research excellence to impact.
Interdisciplinary research – Lost in Translation?
10 Jun 2026
Delivering Manchester 2035 - how can we foster mutual understanding and smoother collaboration across disciplines to become faster, bolder and better connected? Find out on Wednesday, 8 July.
Gifts in wills: webinar
11 Jun 2026
Learn how gifts in wills support our University and how you can write your will for free
Cockcroft Rutherford Lecture with Hon. Julia Gillard AC, 27th Prime Minister of Australia
12 Jun 2026
At this year’s annual Cockcroft Rutherford Lecture, Hon. Julia Gillard AC, Chair of Wellcome Trust and 27th Prime Minister of Australia, will address and consider what political division means for research leaders, universities and policymakers - and how we might strengthen society's commitment to evidence at a time of major global challenges.
June and July open days set to welcome over 40,000 visitors
12 Jun 2026
Potential students will visit Manchester as they consider their university choices for 2027
Professor Steve Eichhorn announced as incoming Director of Royce Manchester
15 Jun 2026
Professor Steve Eichhorn FREng will lead Manchester’s contribution to the national Henry Royce Institute from November
Three colleagues recognised in King’s Birthday Honours 2026
15 Jun 2026
Honoured for their impact on the lives of people across the country – Professor David Knowles (CBE), Professor Luke Georghiou (OBE) and Professor Gareth Evans (MBE).
Our new People and Finance system demos
15 Jun 2026
Places are limited for a first look at our new People and Finance system going live in November
Improving pay for Grades 1–5
15 Jun 2026
We’re improving pay for Grades 1–5 from June 2026
Great Science Share for Schools reaches one million pupils worldwide
16 Jun 2026
Project helping teachers and pupils bring more curiosity-led, practical science into classrooms celebrates major milestone and models our values towards social responsibility and widening participation set out in our Manchester 2035 strategy.
Delivering Manchester 2035 – team streamlines research funding
17 Jun 2026
Research Services launches two new procedures to clarify expectations and coordinate funding calls, supporting our strategic foundation, organised for success.
New funding to attract brightest minds, uniting world class scientists under one mission.
17 Jun 2026
Our world-leading cancer research partnership receives funding boost to create jobs, develop the next generation of clinician scientists and invest in cutting-edge research and computational technologies.
Our community recognised in King's Birthday Honours 2026
18 Jun 2026
Congratulations to our people recognised for their extraordinary contributions and service across the UK.
Our central role driving innovation-led growth across Greater Manchester
18 Jun 2026
University helps secure and deliver £50m Local Innovation Partnerships Funding for Greater Manchester, created to attract financial backing, create skilled jobs and boost regional growth.
University in top 40 in QS World University Rankings 2027
18 Jun 2026
QS rankings “reflect the strength of our global reputation and the outstanding quality of our staff, students and partnerships around the world,” says President and Vice-Chancellor.
Final dates for voucher orders ahead of financial year end
19 Jun 2026
Important deadlines and collection details as we approach Friday, 31 July 2026
Microsoft 365 Copilot rollout: Teaching, Research and PGRs
19 Jun 2026
This week, colleagues across Teaching and Research, as well as Postgraduate Researchers, have begun to recieve access to Microsoft 365 Copilot, supported by live learning, guidance and dedicated support.
University honours four outstanding individuals with honorary degrees
19 Jun 2026
Celebrating outstanding contributions that have advanced the University’s role as a leading global‑civic institution
Join our Space at Manchester community
22 Jun 2026
One University initiative launched – uniquely placed to convene conversations and translate them into action – discover more and get involved.
Extreme heat: looking after each other
22 Jun 2026
With an amber weather warning in place due to the forecasted extreme heat this week, here are some safety tips to help support yourself, colleagues, and technical facilities as temperatures remain high.
“A direct route to inform policymaking and deliver impact” in our city region.
23 Jun 2026
Colleagues and our GM Policy Hub support GMCA and Manchester City Council to create Areas of Research Interest pilot, which will also influence our outputs over the next decade under Manchester 2035 strategy.
Guidance during the period of the Greater Manchester mayoral by election
23 Jun 2026
You may be aware that a Greater Manchester Combined Authority Mayoral Election has been called and a vote will take place on 30 July 2026
Final call: join this year’s Teaching and Learning Conference
23 Jun 2026
There’s still time to secure one of the last remaining places at this year’s Teaching and Learning Conference – a key opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the people, practices and ideas shaping learning at Manchester.
University ranked world's number one university for sustainability impact
24 Jun 2026
We have been ranked first in the world for our contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings.
Staying safe in the heat: Find cooler spaces on campus
24 Jun 2026
A number of cooler spaces have been identified on campus.
In-person M365 Copilot drop-in support and pop-up bar available 1-2 July
24 Jun 2026
Colleagues using M365 Copilot can access in-person support on Wednesday, 1 and Thursday, 2 July. A pop-up M365 Copilot Bar offering informal drop-in support will be available for all colleagues, and dedicated learning sessions for Teaching and Research colleagues are taking place to support the latest roll-out.
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) update for colleagues
24 Jun 2026
TEF will continue in a revised, ongoing cyclical form, with a stronger emphasis on student outcomes and the overall student experience.
Invitation to racially minoritised colleagues to attend Employee Network Focus Groups
24 Jun 2026
A message from Professor Duncan Ivison
Help us showcase our Summer Graduations 2026
24 Jun 2026
As we prepare for graduation, we’re looking to capture and share the moments, stories and contributions that make this such an important time for our students and our University community.
Cyber risks are on the rise
25 Jun 2026
Take a moment to refresh your phishing awareness, understand the risks to your account, and explore practical steps and training that can help keep University systems and data secure.
George Whalley appointed interim Chief Financial Officer
25 Jun 2026
George will assume the role of interim Chief Financial Officer when Carol Prokopyszyn retires this summer
Limited catering availability: plan ahead for upcoming events
26 Jun 2026
The Hospitality team has flagged limited capacity issues during the summer period.
Colleagues and students recognised at President’s Distinguished Achievement Awards
26 Jun 2026
Winners from across the University were celebrated at a prestigious Award Ceremony in the Whitworth Hall
Exploring what it means to be a University of Sanctuary
26 Jun 2026
Colleagues and students came together on 18 June, during Refugee Week 2026, to explore what it means to be a University of Sanctuary — and how we can continue building a more inclusive and welcoming community across our University.
Adobe Creative Cloud subscription renewals
29 Jun 2026
Annual subscriptions for any of the Adobe Creative Cloud family of software products (for example, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro DC) which were purchased through the IT Services volume licence agreement are all due for renewal on Sunday 6 September 2026.
Copilot chats and Teams meeting recaps to expire after 30 days
30 Jun 2026
Copilot chat conversations and Teams meeting recaps (including recordings, transcripts, and AI summaries) will be deleted after 30 days as part of the University’s commitment to efficient data handling.
Introducing Imagine2035: the Library’s new ten year vision
30 Jun 2026
Explore plans to evolve services, spaces and research support