News archive – October 2011

Manchester Science Festival: 22-30 October 2011
(03 Oct 2011)
Dust off your lab coat, roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty at Manchester Science Festival 2011.

University gives project managers a boost with joint Masters course
(03 Oct 2011)
The University of Manchester has launched an international, industry-led MSc to produce the next generation of world-class project managers.

UniLife and Staff Update are back!
(03 Oct 2011)
Read the first issues of the 2011/12 session online.

Be enchanted by John Hegley's poetic genius
(03 Oct 2011)
On Saturday 8 October (8pm) at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Changes to recruitment
(03 Oct 2011)
Online applications being launched later this month

£50m boost for graphene research
(03 Oct 2011)
The University of Manchester welcomes the £50m investment announced today by the Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne into graphene, the world’s thinnest, strongest and most conductive material.

Road closures in Manchester
(04 Oct 2011)
The City Council's Highway Services will be carrying out surfacing works on a number of roads from w/c Sunday 9 October.

Extension of deadline for submitting abstracts for BII Showcase
(04 Oct 2011)
The deadline for submitting abstracts for the Biomedical Imaging Institute (BII) Showcase on 8 November has been extended to Wednesday 12 October.

Wood Street Mission Lottery
(04 Oct 2011)
Announcing the winner for October.

Sponsor a frog at The Manchester Museum ...
(04 Oct 2011)
... or go on a lunchtime tour of the stores at the Museum or Whitworth Art Gallery.

Gourmet Evening at Chancellors Hotel
(05 Oct 2011)
Last chance to book for this season's Gourmet Evening on Friday 28 October (7pm prompt) – call 0161 907 7414.

News from SPORT Manchester
(05 Oct 2011)
Zumbathon Charity Workout * Health, fitness and wellbeing courses * Free swim * Reduced rate bone density testing * New five-a-side pitches

Save money on booking experience days or buying wine
(05 Oct 2011)
Check out this week's great new offers and all the other benefits available to staff.

Christie’s Bistro: Latest news and information
(05 Oct 2011)
New menu launch * Foundation Day * Charging to account * Facebook and Twitter

Free lunchtime concert by Soriah, Tuvan throat singer
(05 Oct 2011)
On Thursday 6 October (1.10pm) in Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

University Place Cafe and Shop closure
(05 Oct 2011)
The Café and Shop in University Place will close at 1.30pm on Wednesday 12 October due to the Foundation Day event.

Enriching the Student Experience
(05 Oct 2011)
Last chance to apply for funding for small projects.

No alarms without smoke?
(06 Oct 2011)
An evacuation alarm can signify a fire, flood, chemical or gas leak, or suspicious package: leave the building immediately and make sure that students and new members of staff follow your lead.

Early Retirement and Voluntary Severance (ERVS) Scheme 2011
(06 Oct 2011)
Announcement of extension to scheme.

Poetry reading by Simon Armitage
(06 Oct 2011)
On 11 October, one of the UK’s best known and most appreciated contemporary poets and writers of fiction will read from his work at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre.

UMSS – proposed changes
(06 Oct 2011)
Following a review, the University is proposing to make some changes to UMSS and is consulting with campus trade unions, members and affected employees about the proposals.

Monkeying around at the start of the Manchester Science Festival
(06 Oct 2011)
Professor Brian Cox ushers in this year’s Manchester Science Festival with his brilliant and irreverent BBC Radio 4 show at The University of Manchester next week.

Last chance to sign up for first semester health and fitness courses
(06 Oct 2011)
There are still places left on some of the eight-week health, fitness and wellbeing enrolment courses which start week commencing 17 October.

We want your views on Public Engagement!
(07 Oct 2011)
Ekos Consulting are conducting a short online survey of perceptions related to public engagement as part of the evaluation of the Manchester Beacon for Public Engagement.

BII Symposium: IP and Commercialisation of Imaging Technologies
(07 Oct 2011)
On Wednesday 19 October 2011 (1pm) in Room 2.220, University Place.

Student Support Forum
(07 Oct 2011)
The next Student Support Forum is on Wednesday 12 October 2011 in Roscoe 1.008.

Field of genes: DNA testing to find future Olympic champions
(07 Oct 2011)
Free public event organised by Nowgen on Tuesday 25 October 2011 (6.30–8pm) at the Museum of Science and Industry.

Speaking about God: public lecture by Cardinal Raymond Burke, Vatican City
(07 Oct 2011)
On Tuesday 11 October (7.15pm sharp) in Whitworth Hall.

Precious Litter: Qing imperial craft production and intangible cultural heritage
(07 Oct 2011)
Public talk by Professor Dagmar Schaefer on Wednesday 26 October (12.30 -1.30pm) in The Kanaris Theatre, The Manchester Museum.

Public Lecture: "Evidence Based Peacekeeping in Darfur" by Dr Alex de Waal
(10 Oct 2011)
On 13 October 2011 (5pm to 7.45pm) in University Place Lecture Theatre A.

Celebrate Black History Month!
(10 Oct 2011)
Activities and events are taking place throughout October to celebrate Black History Month!

Graphene’s ‘Big Mac’ creates next generation of chips
(10 Oct 2011)
Scientists at the University of Manchester have come one step closer to creating the next generation of computer chips using wonder material graphene.

Antiques Evening at Tabley!
(10 Oct 2011)
The Friends of Tabley’s new autumn programme of events gets off to a cracking start with a great evening devoted to a subject of increasing interest - antiques. And they have a star speaker as a central attraction.

Student Mental Health Policy and Guidance
(10 Oct 2011)
Re-launch of online information source for staff supporting students with mental ill-health problems.

Tóibín Hollinghurst event sells out
(10 Oct 2011)
Acclaimed novelist and journalist Colm Tóibín, newly appointed as Professor of Creative Writing at The University of Manchester’s Centre for New Writing, today hosts the first in a series of high-profile public events.

Deadline for submission of abstracts for BII Showcase
(10 Oct 2011)
Final reminder: abstracts for the Biomedical Imaging Institute (BII) Showcase must be submitted by Wednesday 12 October.

Acclaimed Chinese author Zhu Wen in conversation with Julia Lovell
(10 Oct 2011)
Limited free tickets available for University staff on Sunday 23 October (4.30pm) at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation.

A stamp of approval - 'J' is for Jodrell
(11 Oct 2011)
The world-famous Jodrell Bank Observatory has been chosen to represent the letter 'J' in a new set of stamps featuring an A to Z of iconic landmarks from all four countries in the UK.

Ancient Egypt Big Sat & Urban Harvest (15/16 Oct) at The Manchester Museum
(11 Oct 2011)
Showcase lecture (Wednesday 19 October): Where did that bone go? 150 years of cave archaeology and museum collections.

Open meeting with the President and Vice-Chancellor
(12 Oct 2011)
All staff welcome on Wednesday 19 October (12.30pm) in Lecture Theatre A, University Place.

Alex de Waal to speak on peacekeeping in Darfur
(12 Oct 2011)
The Executive Director of the World Peace Foundation Alex de Waal is to speak about the violence in Darfur at The University of Manchester this week (13 October)

News from FoodOnCampus
(12 Oct 2011)
Win £100 of High Street Gift Vouchers * Kick start the day with yummy hot porridge * Looking for a warm, delicious lunch? * Vending machines

UMSA Children's Christmas Party
(12 Oct 2011)
On Sunday 11 December 2011 (12 noon) at The Chancellors Hotel and Conference Centre.

UMSS Roadshows
(12 Oct 2011)
Find out more about the proposed changes to the scheme at events on 13, 14, 17 and 18 October.

News from SPORT Manchester
(12 Oct 2011)
Zumbathon Charity Workout * Sign up for first semester health and fitness courses * Reduced rate bone density testing * National Lottery Olympic Park Run * Snow falls on University Place * Scholarship athlete's achievements of the month

Free lunchtime concert: Enjoy chamber works with Northern Baroque
(12 Oct 2011)
On Thursday 13 October 2011 (1.10pm) in the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre.

Staff benefits update
(12 Oct 2011)
20% discount for Polar at RNCM * Nicky Clarke Deluxe Certificate for £49.95 * £10 best available seats for Godspell 40th Anniversary Show

Get Walking Keep Walking
(12 Oct 2011)
Take in Plymouth Grove Park and Whitworth Park on Tuesday 18 October (12.30pm).

Sir Alex receives University's highest honour on Foundation Day
(12 Oct 2011)
United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has this evening received an honorary degree from The University of Manchester to mark his 25 years in charge of the club. The award also recognises his role in shaping Manchester’s worldwide reputation.

"Does God Exist?" public debate
(12 Oct 2011)
On Wednesday 26 October (7.30 pm) in University Place, Lecture Theatre B.

Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre needs your vote!
(13 Oct 2011)
Shortlisted for ‘Best Tourism Event 2011’ in the Marketing Cheshire Awards.

Jodrell Bank given Royal seal of approval
(13 Oct 2011)
Prince Andrew, Duke of York, praised the achievements of astronomers and scientists at Jodrell Bank on a visit to the Observatory last week.

Threatened Syrian citadel gives up secrets in midst of conflict
(14 Oct 2011)
An archaeologist working in Syria has solved the mystery of why one of Islam’s earliest fortresses dropped out of the historical record around 1,100 years ago.

New Site Manager (‘T4’) Content Management System - Online Training
(14 Oct 2011)
There are now two online eTraining courses available for the University’s main web content management system, Site Manager.

Lecture - "Experimenting with leadership: trials and tribulations"
(17 Oct 2011)
By Dr Mukesh Kapila, IFRC, on 1 November 2011 (5-7pm) in University Place, Lecture Theatre A.

Literature Live with Sean O’Brien and John McAuliffe
(17 Oct 2011)
Centre for New Writing event on Monday 17 October (6.30pm) at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Residential Pastoral Advisor - Vacancy
(17 Oct 2011)
Applications are invited from academic, academic related or research staff and postgraduate students of The University of Manchester for a Residential Pastoral Advisor post available at Ashburne & Sheavyn Hall of residence, located on the Fallowfield Campus for the 2011/12 academic session.

The Barometer Live: Weather and climate evening
(17 Oct 2011)
Join the LIVE interactive podcast episode on Thursday 27 October (5.15-8pm) at The Manchester Museum.

Tours of the stores
(17 Oct 2011)
Another opportunity for staff to go behind the scenes at The Manchester Museum and Whitworth Art Gallery on Wednesday 9 November (12.30pm).

Free public lecture - Malcolm X: Visits Abroad
(18 Oct 2011)
By author of Malcolm X: Visits Abroad, and noted historian, Marika Sherwood, on Thursday 20 October (6.30pm - 8.30pm) at University Place.

Christmas by Chancellors
(18 Oct 2011)
Two magnificent and stylish venues - perfect for your Christmas celebrations.

BBC Radio 3 recording with Psappha - Contemporary Ensemble in Residence
(18 Oct 2011)
On Friday 21 October (7.30pm) at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Second session of UMSS roadshow on 28 October
(18 Oct 2011)
Reserve your place for the 11.30am session - the 10am session is now fully booked.

Tell your students about Action for Social Enterprise
(19 Oct 2011)
A unique event on 25-26 November at Chancellors Hotel providing students with a valuable opportunity to get real life business experience.

Images of Research Competition - needs your votes!
(19 Oct 2011)
View the shortlisted entries online or at the John Rylands Library Deansgate (3 - 28 October) and at the Manchester Science Spectacular at Whitworth Hall (29 October).

Viking boat burial find is UK mainland first
(19 Oct 2011)
The UK mainland’s first fully intact Viking boat burial site has been discovered by archaeologists working in the Scottish Highlands.

Free lunchtime concert: Enjoy the thrilling sound of the Tango 5 quintet
(19 Oct 2011)
On Thursday 20 October (1.10pm) in the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

News from SPORT Manchester
(19 Oct 2011)
Umpire and referee training courses * Thanks for supporting Zumbathon * National Lottery Olympic Park Run * Weight Watchers at Work group * Ladies' 5-a-side football.

President's filmed Q&A session
(19 Oct 2011)
Members of staff are invited to submit questions by Friday 21 October.

Manchester Science Festival at The Manchester Museum: 22-29 October
(19 Oct 2011)
A celebration of all things science, including ancient Egyptian technology (half term), a natural history musical show featuring a bass-playing frog (Amoeba to Zebra), talks, tours, a climate change debate and one of the venues for the Science Spectacular on Saturday 29 October.

Student Support Forum: The International Student Experience
(19 Oct 2011)
On Wednesday 26 October (12.30pm), Mark Hughes from EPS will talk about the Faculty's approach to international students.

2011-12 Teaching Excellence Awards
(19 Oct 2011)
Recognising excellence in teaching across the University.

National Teaching Fellowships: Expressions of interest invited
(19 Oct 2011)
Recognising national leaders in teaching and learning.

The impact of politics and economics on access to health care
(20 Oct 2011)
Staff and students are invited to attend the 2011 annual University of Manchester Medical School Doubleday Lecture to be given by Lord David Owen on Wednesday 26 October (2pm).

Celebrate Christmas 2011 at the iconic Manchester Museum
(20 Oct 2011)
Christmas lunch packages from £15.95 per person plus VAT.

Black History Month: Two final events open to all
(20 Oct 2011)
Project81 Exhibition: Remembering the Moss Side Disturbances (to 4 November) * A Brief History of Salsa (28 October).

University honours Linda Norgrove
(20 Oct 2011)
The University of Manchester is today (20 October) honouring the Scottish development worker Linda Norgrove, just over a year after she was kidnapped and killed in Afghanistan.

Kiddivouchers, Cyclescheme and MyView roadshows – October 2011
(21 Oct 2011)
The Directorate of HR are pleased to be able to promote two of our fantastic salary exchange benefits and the MyView employee self service system at roadshows at various locations across the University this month.

Free events at The John Rylands Library, Deansgate
(21 Oct 2011)
A Witch (18 October - 27 November) * Burnt Gingerbread - Curator Tour (30 October).

BII Symposium: Radiation Planning Therapy
(21 Oct 2011)
On Wednesday 16 November (1pm) in Room 2.218 University Place (with lunch from 12 noon in Room 2.217)

Manchester’s ‘first step’ to perfect drug combinations
(24 Oct 2011)
Scientists at The University of Manchester have discovered a way of speeding up the creation of perfect drug combinations, which could help patients recovering from critical health problems such as stroke, heart attacks and cancer.

We want your views on public engagement by 27 October
(24 Oct 2011)
As part of the evaluation of the Manchester Beacon for Public Engagement, independent evaluators, EKOS Consulting are conducting a short online survey of perceptions related to public engagement.

Red Cross and University of Manchester launch teaching and research partnership
(24 Oct 2011)
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and The University of Manchester will host an event on Tuesday 1 November (5-7pm), open to members of the press, announcing an innovative partnership to provide a postgraduate teaching programme in the field of global health.

Come along to the Manchester Science Spectacular!
(24 Oct 2011)
On Saturday 29 October 2011 (11am – 3pm) at Whitworth Hall and The Manchester Museum.

CDT Lecture: The Fun & Science of Computer Reasoning
(24 Oct 2011)
Professor Andrei Voronkov is the speaker on 2 November 2011 in Lecture Theatre 1.1, Kilburn Building.

Cake sale for Breast Cancer Campaign
(24 Oct 2011)
On Friday 28 October at Occupational Health Services.

UMSS Roadshows
(24 Oct 2011)
Book now for events on 28 October and 2/3 November.

Four Manchester academics elected to Academy of Europe
(25 Oct 2011)
Four University of Manchester academics have become members of one of the world’s most prestigious academic bodies.

Erasmus funding to undertake training/teaching in Europe 2011/12
(25 Oct 2011)
Are you interested in spending a short period of time working or training in another European country?

What's On at The Manchester Museum
(25 Oct 2011)
Geohazards course looking at how nature past and present has shaped our world * Confucius Institute China talk * Manchester Science Festival events.

North East could solve riddle of lost Blake collection
(26 Oct 2011)
A collection of lost colour prints and illuminated books by the iconic artist and poet William Blake - potentially worth millions of pounds - is waiting to be discovered somewhere in the north east of England , according to a University of Manchester art historian.

Wheels at the ready for November’s Cycle to Work event!
(26 Oct 2011)
Come along on Wednesday 2 November (8.20am – 9.30am).

FoodOnCampus News
(26 Oct 2011)
Last few days to win £100 of High Street Shopping Vouchers * Christmas 2011.

Residential Pastoral Advisor - Vacancy
(26 Oct 2011)
Applications are invited from academic, academic related or research staff and postgraduate students of The University of Manchester for a Residential Pastoral Advisor post at Whitworth Park Hall of Residence on the City (South) Campus for the 2011/12 academic session.

News from SPORT Manchester
(26 Oct 2011)
Zumba class * Staff running group* Umpire and referee training courses * Olympic Park Run * Ladies' five a side football team.

Science Spectacular brings down the curtain on Manchester Science Festival
(27 Oct 2011)
This weekend sees a Spectacular end to the Manchester Science Festival, featuring drunken flies, glow in the dark ice cubes and many other weird and wonderful phenomena.

Red Cross global health partnership launch: invitation to guest lecture
(27 Oct 2011)
The University of Manchester and The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) will be launching a partnership in the field of global health on Tuesday, 1 November.

Responding to concern about a student
(28 Oct 2011)
Online resource gives advice on responding to external enquirers and pursuing concerns.

Relocation of Car Park Permit Office
(31 Oct 2011)
The office will be closed from 2 to 4 November, re-opening on 7 November in Room G.002 Beyer Building.

Ambitious new building project at Manchester Business School
(31 Oct 2011)
The University of Manchester and Bruntwood have joined forces to drive forward a multimillion pound property development for Manchester Business School.

UMSS Roadshows: Additional session on 3 November
(31 Oct 2011)
Due to high demand, there will be a second session at 3.30pm in Room 4.204, University Place.

It’s Green Man Month at The John Rylands Library, Deansgate
(31 Oct 2011)
2011 has been designated the International Year of Forests by the United Nations – in the dark days of November come and celebrate all things green and leafy at the Library.

BII symposium in Radiation Therapy Planning
(31 Oct 2011)
You are warmly invited to attend the Biomedical Imaging Institute (BII) Symposium in ‘Radiation Therapy Planning’ that is taking place on 16 November 2011.

Residential Pastoral Advisor - Vacancy
(31 Oct 2011)
Applications are invited from academic, academic related or research staff and postgraduate students of The University of Manchester for a Residential Pastoral Advisor post within the Lambert, Fairfield and Wright Robinson Hall of Residence located on the City (North) Campus for the 2011/12 academic session.

BII 3rd Annual Showcase
(31 Oct 2011)
On Tuesday 8 November 2011 at the Manchester Interdisciplinary Biocentre.