News archive – May 2009
Maths runners raise funds for Red Cross
(01 May 2009)
Sponsor Caroline and Francesca in Great Manchester Run on 17 May
Introducing the Manchester Graduate Internship Programme
(01 May 2009)
Find out how MGIP can help your HR needs
Wood Street Lottery Winner
(05 May 2009)
The winner of the Wood Street Lottery for May announced
Professor Perkins appointed Provost of Masdar Institute
(05 May 2009)
Professor John Perkins, Vice-President and Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, is to leave the University next month to take up a new post as Provost of the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology in Abu Dhabi *.
Tutor posts available at Whitworth Park and Richmond Park
(05 May 2009)
Closing date for applications - Monday 18 May
Alison's mayoral role
(06 May 2009)
Library Development Officer begins year of office as Lord Mayor of Manchester
Ian's set for crime reduction
(06 May 2009)
Meet the University's new Crime Reduction Advisor
Obituary
(06 May 2009)
Professor Bob Boucher: 1940-2009
Changing Futures
(06 May 2009)
Insights into the Manchester Leadership Programme
Help new graduates find jobs
(06 May 2009)
Promote the Graduate Recruitment Fair to our new and recent graduates
Style gurus
(06 May 2009)
Vital tips and advice on writing for University publications
Change of venue for UMSA lunchtime classes
(06 May 2009)
New venue from Monday 11 May
Share your views about the Directorate of Finance
(06 May 2009)
Focus groups taking place during May
May issues of UniLife and Staff Update available
(07 May 2009)
View them online
Quatuor Danel Concert with special guests Robin Ireland and David Fanning
(07 May 2009)
Last in the season, the University’s internationally renowned string quartet performs Mendelssohn, Beethoven and Brahms
Join Jodrell scientists and engineers for Euro shuttle launch
(07 May 2009)
Party being held on campus on Thursday 14 May
Closing date for ordering academic diaries looms
(07 May 2009)
Orders required by Friday 8 May
BBC searching for actors with disabilities
(07 May 2009)
'Talent Alert' aims to find new disabled performers
BBC Intelligence Project seeks participants
(07 May 2009)
Talented young minds wanted for new BBC3 series
Housing scheme for University staff
(08 May 2009)
Range of deals on new homes on site of Manchester City's former ground
Special bed and breakfast rate at Chancellors
(08 May 2009)
From £40 for last week of May, including Bank Holiday weekend
The Manchester Museum's ebulletin for families
(11 May 2009)
What's on in May
Weekly testing of fire alarms
(11 May 2009)
Rota for programme commencing 11 May
The Manchester Museum's ebulletin for adults
(11 May 2009)
What's on in May
Metrolink replacement bus services improved
(12 May 2009)
Single bus link for all city centre stops from 18 May
Jodrell Bank stars in Euro space mission
(12 May 2009)
Planck spacecraft to launch on 14 May
Opt out of UniLife/Staff Update in print
(13 May 2009)
Read the latest issue online
Leading South African performance artist at Martin Harris Centre
(13 May 2009)
Steven Cohen in 'Three Solos' and 'The Poof Downstairs' this weekend
Physiotherapy advice for the 10K run
(13 May 2009)
Seven tips for runners from the Sports Injury Clinic
UMSA lunchtime activities
(13 May 2009)
Why not sandwich some activity into your lunchbreak?
Amis, Alvarez and Bragg: 'Literature and Suicide'
(13 May 2009)
Public discussion on 3 July at University Place, Oxford Road
PensionChoice
(14 May 2009)
Distribution of staff information packs is under way
Professor Harold Hankins
(14 May 2009)
Former Principal and Vice-Chancellor of UMIST has died
Bicycle Users' Group
(18 May 2009)
Support cycling at the next meeting on 27 May
Academic Procession
(18 May 2009)
Please confirm your intention to take part by 12 June
4,000 students have already completed Satisfaction Survey
(19 May 2009)
Encourage your students to take part before 27 May
'Evelyn Sharp: Rebel Woman, 1869-1955'
(19 May 2009)
MUP book launch on 4 June at Blackwell's
Raise funds for Mines Advisory Group in Great North Run
(19 May 2009)
Guaranteed places in world's largest half marathon on 20 September
Swine Flu: controlling its spread
(20 May 2009)
Advice from NHS Manchester
Couples to rely on male contraceptive for new trial
(20 May 2009)
Couples are being asked to replace their usual form of birth control with a new male contraceptive in a study to test its effectiveness.
CLASS Network Conference 2009
(20 May 2009)
Book your place at this year’s event before Friday 12 June
Places available on STDU courses
(20 May 2009)
Courses running in May and June
10% off for all staff at the GiftShop
(21 May 2009)
Offer available 18-22 May
Talk by Nobel Laureate Professor Sir Paul Nurse
(21 May 2009)
'Unravelling the secrets of cell division' on 24 June
Residential Tutor vacancies in University halls of residence
(21 May 2009)
Applications invited by 12 June
Manchester International Festival: 2-19 July
(26 May 2009)
Special offer for University of Manchester staff
The School of Materials Design Show 2009
(26 May 2009)
See the work of final year Textiles students: 6-10 June
International Education Advisor Fair
(26 May 2009)
Network with University's overseas representatives on 11 June
Helping your graduating students get jobs
(26 May 2009)
Promote the Graduate Recruitment Fair on 17/18 June
147 bus re-routed during water mains replacement
(26 May 2009)
Temporary Whitworth Street stop for Oxford Road-bound service
Want to play some cricket this summer?
(27 May 2009)
Please note change of date for meeting!
Next monthly Cycle to Work ride
(27 May 2009)
Bike in for a free breakfast on 3 June
MS40: ILM Level 5 Award (modified course)
(27 May 2009)
Pre-course briefing on 4 June
Student photographers snap up prizes
(27 May 2009)
Winning entries in competition sponsored by Tempest Ltd
University Police Liaison Office has moved
(28 May 2009)
Information on drop-in sessions and contacts
Mark's Mission: riding for Wood Street
(29 May 2009)
Sponsor him in the Annual Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride
Bike Unite for Children on 28 June
(29 May 2009)
Ride and raise money for North West children's hospitals
Whitworth Art Gallery wants your shoes!
(29 May 2009)
Donate all types (in any condition) 8-15 June
Vital Topics 2009 - Leadership in challenging times
(29 May 2009)
Archie Norman, Chairman, Aurigo Management, on 24 June
Friends of Tabley go to Towneley!
(29 May 2009)
Outing to historic house in Burnley on 16 June
Chinese Brush Painting classes: June - July 2009
(29 May 2009)
Six-week course begins 17 June