News archive – February 2011

Special meeting of Disabled Staff Network
(01 Feb 2011)
On Thursday 17 February in Room 5.204, University Place

Teaching Excellence Awards 2010-11: Results
(01 Feb 2011)
Announcing the award winners

Fitness Manchester News
(01 Feb 2011)
Pilates Beginners: Eight-week course starts on 14 February

Uni backs African writers
(01 Feb 2011)
A partnership between one of the country’s top centres for the study of creative writing and a leading African arts journal has born fruit with its first joint issue.

Secrets of dinosaur footprints revealed, thanks to Goldilocks
(02 Feb 2011)
Terrain thought to be ruled by only the largest dinosaurs to inhabit the earth could have in fact been home to dozens of other creatures, ground-breaking research from The University of Manchester has found.

Trade unions at The University of Manchester
(02 Feb 2011)
Access information online about University branches of Unison, UCU and Unite

ROTOR: Installations and live works by award-winning artists
(02 Feb 2011)
Whitworth Art Gallery: 28 January - 6 February 2011

Science and Faith at Cafe Muse
(02 Feb 2011)
First meeting of CiS Manchester: The Manchester Science and Philosophy Group on 2 March

Reading lists trial
(02 Feb 2011)
View the Library's new online system

Mary Hamilton – a life recovered
(02 Feb 2011)
At John Rylands Library, Deansgate, on Thursday 10 February & Saturday 19 February (12-12.45pm)

Cursus awareness: the other Stonehenge monument
(02 Feb 2011)
Showcase lecture at The Manchester Museum on Wednesday 9 February (3-4.30pm)

Free lunchtime concert by The Wells Mitchell Duo
(02 Feb 2011)
On Thursday 3 February 2011 (1.10pm) at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

P55: Introduction to Emotional Intelligence
(02 Feb 2011)
Lunchtime session available at STDU on 11 February 2011 (12-2pm)

Car Parks Permit Office: amended opening hours
(02 Feb 2011)
Temporary change from 7 to 28 February

Wood Street Mission Lottery
(02 Feb 2011)
Announcing the winner of the February draw

University celebrates LGBT History month in February
(02 Feb 2011)
View the timetable of events online

Making a difference to lives in Africa!
(02 Feb 2011)
Sales of One Water at the University fund a seventh PlayPump

Getting Your Message Across: Communications Matters Workshop
(02 Feb 2011)
On Wednesday 9 February (12.30pm-2pm)

News from FoodOnCampus
(02 Feb 2011)
New look EATS + new Hug Mug offers + £xtra value menu

University partnership will greatly improve computer system
(03 Feb 2011)
Eagle Genomics Ltd. has signed a collaboration agreement with The University of Manchester to provide commercial support for Taverna, the open-source Workflow Management System.

Chancellors at Christie’s Bistro
(03 Feb 2011)
Relax · Wine · Dine · Enjoy

Chancellors Hotel
(03 Feb 2011)
The perfect venue for business and pleasure

University travellers in Egypt - February 2011
(04 Feb 2011)
Information and advice from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the University's insurance brokers

Want to know what it’s like to be a science journalist?
(07 Feb 2011)
Applications invited for British Science Association Media Fellowships 2011

Communications Matters: February-July 2011
(07 Feb 2011)
Workshops to help you fine tune your communication skills

Research Profiling Exercise
(07 Feb 2011)
Update on progress from Professor Luke Georghiou and Professor Rod Coombs

UniLife/Staff Update: February 2011
(07 Feb 2011)
Access latest issues online

SPORT News
(07 Feb 2011)
Armitage Fitness Suite membership offer + Sport facilities survey

UK manufacturing ‘not made in Britain’
(08 Feb 2011)
A report released today highlights the problems of British manufacturing, where one third of UK manufacturing jobs are in foreign-owned subsidiaries which have ‘limited ambitions’.

Manchester hosts renowned Chinese children’s troupe
(08 Feb 2011)
A renowned performing troupe of children from China is to enchant a theatre-full of school children in a colourful celebration of last week's Chinese New Year.

MUMS Chamber Music Festival
(08 Feb 2011)
On Friday 11 February at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Happiness Big Saturday at The Manchester Museum this weekend
(09 Feb 2011)
Play, creativity and colours for a happy state of mind

Unwanted clothes in your wardrobe?
(09 Feb 2011)
Donate them to the Stitch and Share Team recycling project during February

C-NET launches at The University of Manchester
(09 Feb 2011)
The Centre of Nuclear Energy Technology has officially launched at The University of Manchester, to an audience of industry professionals and nuclear academics.

Chancellors Hotel offer - exclusive to University visitors
(09 Feb 2011)
£65.00 bed and breakfast, including taxi to and from their University of Manchester destination**

News from FoodOnCampus
(09 Feb 2011)
Fairtrade Fortnight + Change to opening times + Closures due to maintenance work

Staff Mentoring Programme 2011
(10 Feb 2011)
Apply to be a Manchester Gold mentee or mentor by Friday 18 February

Archbishops of Canterbury and York to visit the University
(10 Feb 2011)
Lecture on Tuesday 1 March 2011 (6pm) in The Whitworth Hall - booking essential

North West is largest centre for social science PhD training
(10 Feb 2011)
The largest centre in England for social science postgraduate training has been established at the Universities of Manchester, Lancaster and Liverpool.

Bane gets a boost for cycle campaign
(10 Feb 2011)
Dr Michael Bane, who runs The University of Manchester’s Bike User Group, has been presented with a national green award.

Join the Bogle Stroll on foot or on two wheels
(11 Feb 2011)
Celebrating the 50th year of the North West's oldest sponsored event

Get Walking Keep Walking Manchester
(11 Feb 2011)
Get out and about at lunchtime on 15 February

Carriageway surfacing on Chorlton Street
(11 Feb 2011)
One-way access between Portland Street and Whitworth Street during week commencing 28 February

Student Support Forum: Crime reduction
(11 Feb 2011)
Ian Halliwell, Crime Reduction Adviser, will speak on 16 February (12.30pm)

Enchanting Tales
(14 Feb 2011)
Free storytelling session at John Rylands Library, Deansgate, on Saturday 26 March (11am-12pm)

LGBT History Month: Volunteering for George House Trust
(14 Feb 2011)
Information session on 17 February (12.30pm) in G113, Alan Turing Building

China and Its Neighbours: Talk by Professor William Callahan
(14 Feb 2011)
On Tuesday 22 February (12.30 -1.30pm) in The Kanaris Theatre, The Manchester Museum

Newest atmospheric science podcast released
(15 Feb 2011)
Researchers discuss how research aircraft tell us about the atmosphere

Sport and Fitness News
(15 Feb 2011)
Places available on Fitness Manchester Enrolment courses

Employability Event: For a better understanding of the agenda
(15 Feb 2011)
On Wednesday 30 March 2011 (1.30pm - 4.15pm) in University Place

Make an Impression! Free drawing and printing workshop
(15 Feb 2011)
At John Rylands Library, Deansgate, on Saturday 19 February (10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm)

Publisher workshops: Seminars for researchers
(15 Feb 2011)
At the John Rylands University Library on 17 March and 8 April

Free English language lessons
(15 Feb 2011)
Find out if you are eligible for these classes

CICADA Workshop on Balance and Falling
(15 Feb 2011)
On Friday 25 February (12.15pm to 4.10pm) in the Alan Turing Building

Student Complaints, Academic Appeals & Student Misconduct
(16 Feb 2011)
2009/10 report to Senate now online

UMIC/UMIP Low Carbon & Environment Competition
(16 Feb 2011)
Open to all members of University staff

A career boost for research staff
(16 Feb 2011)
Applications open for Researchers into Management accredited course

Events at The Manchester Museum
(16 Feb 2011)
New Stonehenge: henge diggers exhibition (19 Feb-17 July), half-term activities (21-25 Feb), and China and its neighbours talk (22 Feb)

Easter Island study enters new phase
(16 Feb 2011)
A team of archaeologists studying the famous statues dotting the landscape of a tiny Pacific island have been awarded two thirds of a million pounds by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.

News from FoodOnCampus
(16 Feb 2011)
Fairtrade Fortnight events and offers + New look for coffee on campus

Free lunchtime concert: Quatuor Danel
(16 Feb 2011)
On Thursday 17 February (1.10pm) in The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Strictly Ballroom at The Martin Harris Centre
(17 Feb 2011)
Seven-week ballroom dance course: 24 February 2011 - 7 April 2011, 1.05pm

Senate Elections 2011: Interim results
(17 Feb 2011)
Results for Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences and Faculty of Medical and Human sciences are online

Ticket offer: £4 to see Kit Holmes, the new British guitar heroine
(17 Feb 2011)
On Friday 18 February (8pm - doors 7.30pm) at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Heritage Lottery Fund award set to transform Whitworth Art Gallery
(18 Feb 2011)
The Whitworth Art Gallery, at The University of Manchester has been awarded £8million by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) towards the long-awaited extension designed by leading architects MUMA.

Become a Trustee of St Ann’s Hospice
(18 Feb 2011)
Applications invited by 16 March from people who have held positions of responsibility

Free event to mark International Women’s Day 2011
(18 Feb 2011)
On Thursday 3 March in University Place

Join the Lunchtime Strollers on Tuesday
(18 Feb 2011)
Fresh air and the chance to explore on 22 February

"The Glass Menagerie" at The Capstone, Liverpool
(18 Feb 2011)
Directed by Sasha Dundjerovic, Senior Lecturer in Drama at The University of Manchester

Volunteer hosts required for international students
(21 Feb 2011)
Welcome overseas students into your home for one-off weekend visits

Mindfulness Meditation Practice Day
(21 Feb 2011)
On Saturday 12 March (9.15 am-4.30 pm) in the Dover Street Building

New on StaffNet: Insurance website
(21 Feb 2011)
Online information on insurance matters

Nowgen: Next generation sequencing (NGS) events
(21 Feb 2011)
Courses on 14 and 15 June for researchers, clinicians and scientists from industry and the NHS

SPORT News
(21 Feb 2011)
NBA Roadshow * Fitness offer * Sport Facilities Survey

AUA Professional Development Opportunities in March and April 2011
(22 Feb 2011)
One-day workshop in London (3 March) and Annual Conference and Exhibition at Nottingham (18-20 April)

Introduction to the News Media: The University of Manchester
(22 Feb 2011)
The University of Manchester is to co-host the Science Media Centre’s popular ‘Introduction to the News Media’ event on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, from 12.30pm to 5pm.

Free varifocal lenses and eye exam at University Teaching Clinic
(23 Feb 2011)
Offer open to staff, friends, family and general public

Have a laser for breakfast
(23 Feb 2011)
A breakfast briefing featuring live laser demonstrations from University of Manchester academics is taking place next week.

Fairtrade events at The Manchester Museum
(23 Feb 2011)
Enjoy a Fairtrade teatime treat and find out how a Fairtrade company works at The Manchester Museum on Thursday 3 March

Library news
(23 Feb 2011)
New Library website * Printing press demonstrations * Freedom of Information Act and Research

Cycle to Work on 2 March for a free breakfast and prize draw entry!
(23 Feb 2011)
Monthly rides end at the Geoffrey Manton Refectory, MMU

Fairtrade Fortnight events and offers: 28 February to 13 March
(24 Feb 2011)
... plus a little bit about Fairtrade Fortnight and Focus on Cotton

Brand new look for coffee on campus!
(24 Feb 2011)
Cafe Eros (Schuster Building) and Tiki@Pi (Alan Turing Building) open on 28 February

Free lunchtime concert on 24 February (1.10pm)
(24 Feb 2011)
BBC Radio 3 Hungarian Chamber Music Series at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Joint vision for Manchester's top galleries
(24 Feb 2011)
Manchester City Council and The University of Manchester have announced an exciting new collaboration which will enhance further the city’s cultural significance.

Recycling news
(25 Feb 2011)
Carton recycling on South Campus * Improved recycling facilities behind Stopford Building

Chancellors Hotel for business or pleasure
(28 Feb 2011)
Exclusive offers for The University of Manchester

Celebrating the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day
(28 Feb 2011)
Events at The University of Manchester on 8-10 March

Free Introductory Catalan course!
(28 Feb 2011)
Open to all - apply by 4 March

World Book Night and free books!
(28 Feb 2011)
Interested in a copy of Marquez' "Love in the Time of Cholera"?

SPORT News
(28 Feb 2011)
British Red Cross events * Thee-month fitness offer * Win an iPod Touch