News archive – September 2013

Save the date for the 2013 Wedding Fair at Chancellors Hotel
(02 Sep 2013)
Free entry on Sunday, 8 September (12pm to 4pm)

Family fun day in aid of Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA)
(02 Sep 2013)
On Sunday, 29 September (12 noon -3pm).

Temporary closure of Wilmslow Park Post Office
(02 Sep 2013)
The Wilmslow Park Post Office in Londis on Hathersage Road is closed for refurbishment.

Preparing your Blackboard course for Start of Year 2013
(02 Sep 2013)
All Bb9 courses activated by Course Leaders will be visible to students on Monday 9 September 2013 (unless a different date option is selected on activation).

Review of the Advisor role
(02 Sep 2013)
Invitation from Professor Richard Reece, Associate Vice President for Teaching, Learning and Students, to complete an online questionnaire about the academic and personal advisor roles.

Computer virus threats and spam emails – advice from IT Services
(02 Sep 2013)
Help to stay safe from the latest virus and phishing attacks by following some simple steps.

Baby Explorers - Manchester Museum
(02 Sep 2013)
Free event for babies and their carers on Tuesdays 3 and 17 September (every other Tuesday, except school hols) (10.30-11.15am, 11.30am-12.15pm and 1-1.45pm).

English Corner
(02 Sep 2013)
Free drop-in event on Tuesday, 3 September (1-2.30pm) at Manchester Museum

Collection Bites
(02 Sep 2013)
Free event for adults on Wednesday, 4 September (1-2pm) at Manchester Museum.

Craft in the making – Encounters with Native North America
(02 Sep 2013)
Free event for adults on Tuesday, 10 September (6-8pm) at Manchester Museum.

Announcing September's Wood Street Mission Lottery winner
(02 Sep 2013)
Find out how you could be a winner by joining the lottery for as little as £1 a month.

Salford Sioux
(03 Sep 2013)
Free event for adults on Thursday, 5 September (6-8pm) at Manchester Museum.

Yoga at Manchester Museum
(04 Sep 2013)
Wake up and relax in the Living Worlds gallery on Thursdays (8.30 – 9.45am).

UMSA trip to Chester Zoo
(04 Sep 2013)
There are a limited number of tickets now available for the UMSA trip to Chester Zoo on 21 September.

Are your office and lab PCs ready for April 2014?
(04 Sep 2013)
In April 2014, less than a year away, Microsoft will stop issuing security updates for Windows XP.

UniLife will be back from its summer break soon
(05 Sep 2013)
View the publication schedule for 2013/14 and find out how to opt out of printed copies.

Only Connect - calling all contestants
(05 Sep 2013)
Teams wanted for the ninth series of the popular BBC Four quiz, hosted by Victoria Coren-Mitchell.

Free legal advice by appointment
(05 Sep 2013)
The University of Manchester School of Law Legal Advice Centre (LAC) has reopened and is currently taking enquiries in readiness for the next round of appointments.

Cutting-edge nuclear research facility opens in Cumbria
(06 Sep 2013)
The University’s Dalton Nuclear Institute officially opens its Cumbrian research facility today (Friday September 6).

Uni Fit small group training sessions
(09 Sep 2013)
Get in trim for your summer holidays and beyond.

Is your Blackboard course ready for Start of Year?
(09 Sep 2013)
If you have a course unit scheduled to start w/c 16 September 2013 your students should now be able to see the Blackboard space.

Cutting-edge nuclear research facility opens in Cumbria
(09 Sep 2013)
The University’s Dalton Nuclear Institute has officially opened its Cumbrian research facility.

University attracts major graphene manufacturer to Manchester
(09 Sep 2013)
One of the world’s largest graphene manufacturers has agreed a £5m collaborative research partnership to open its European base at the University.

New: Massage and other treatments available on Wellbeing Programme
(09 Sep 2013)
Half-price offer for staff during September

IT Services for Research Newsletter #5
(09 Sep 2013)
For postgraduates, researchers and academics

University Language Centre - In-sessional English Language Support
(09 Sep 2013)
The University Language Centre provides a range of English language support services for registered students, visiting fellows and international staff members whose first language is not English.

Recruitment and selection training
(09 Sep 2013)
The STDU has vacancies on a range of training courses which are mandatory for all staff involved in recruitment activities.

School governors invited to support UMSGI Green Gown Awards shortlisting
(09 Sep 2013)
Feedback is required by Tuesday, 10 September on how parents (including parent governors) in schools have responded to having a member of University staff on the Governing Body.

Acceptable Use of IT Services and Facilities – updated policy for staff
(09 Sep 2013)
The Acceptable Use Policy for IT Services and Facilities outlines appropriate use of the University IT provision, by which all colleagues must abide.

Could you offer work experience to a recent Manchester graduate?
(10 Sep 2013)
Find out how the University's internship scheme might help you meet your staffing needs.

The Manchester Welcome 2013 Distinguished Lecture Series
(10 Sep 2013)
As part of the welcome activities for new students this year, the University is delivering a series of lectures by some of our most distinguished academics.

Music Events at Manchester Museum
(10 Sep 2013)
September World Music events at Manchester Museum

Something Wicked this way comes!
(10 Sep 2013)
There are a limited number of tickets now available for the UMSA visit to the Palace Theatre to watch Wicked on both 26th September and 22nd October.

Family Open Day at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre and Tabley House
(11 Sep 2013)
University staff can visit both the Discovery Centre and Tabley House free of charge on Saturday, 14 September

IT Know How Tip: Updating your details in the online Directory
(11 Sep 2013)
Tips to help you get the most out of IT Services

Out of the comfort zone: DSE develops its Future Talent
(11 Sep 2013)
The DSE recently celebrated the graduation of the first batch of participants from a new initiative which provides support for promising staff to work on real projects from outside their home areas.

Two of the world's leading poets read together
(11 Sep 2013)
Don Paterson and Paul Muldoon: Saturday, 14 September 2013 (6.30pm) at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Jeanette Winterson’s students publish anthology
(11 Sep 2013)
A new Anthology featuring the first University students to study under the Professorship of award-winning author Jeanette Winterson, has been published by the Centre for New Writing, where they are based.

New book explores evidence for the old adage ‘sleep on a problem’
(11 Sep 2013)
University neuroscientist studied the very latest research into the night-time brain

Learn to Dance “Strictly Style”!
(12 Sep 2013)
Due to popular demand we’re bringing Ballroom back to the Martin Harris Centre. Whether you’ve danced with us before or are a complete novice, you’ll love these new routines!

Poppy is new link with student community
(12 Sep 2013)
Poppy Humphrey has joined Manchester Student Homes as the new Off-Campus Student Affairs Officer.

Royal Society award for Manchester mathematician
(12 Sep 2013)
Beyer Professor of Applied Mathematics David Abrahams has received a prestigious Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award

Consultation meetings on draft promotions criteria for teaching and learning
(12 Sep 2013)
Booking is open for sessions in September and October at which academic staff are invited to express their views on the draft document

Sept 2013: Part-time Cambridge English courses at University Language Centre
(12 Sep 2013)
Enrol now for part-time preparation courses for Cambridge English examination: 24 September – 28 November

Briefing session on the Policy on the Recording of Lectures (Lecture Capture)
(12 Sep 2013)
Professor Richard Reece, Associate Vice President for Teaching, Learning and Students, is holding a briefing session on the Policy and its implementation for staff on Wednesday, 25 September at 2pm in Lecture Theatre A, University Place.

Sharing the ERASMUS experience
(12 Sep 2013)
Around 27 staff members undertook an ERASMUS Staff Mobility placement in 2013 allowing them to learn first-hand the workings of another European educational system, deliver courses with European colleagues and/or discover best practices to bring back to their roles in Manchester.

University initiatives shortlisted for Times Higher Education Awards 2013
(12 Sep 2013)
Manchester features in three categories of these awards which celebrate excellence in the HE sector

Christmas at Chancellors - your Christmas
(12 Sep 2013)
Celebrate Christmas in the beautiful surroundings of Chancellors Hotel

Staff benefits update
(12 Sep 2013)
I hope that most of you enjoyed breaks over the summer period! Here are a few highlighted offers for you in this autumnal week including the latest from Perkz, City Scene and the theatre!

Book the UniValet 'gleam team' treatment for your car
(13 Sep 2013)
Our friendly, professional team will clean your vehicle for only £5.

Annual practice building evacuations begin in September
(13 Sep 2013)
FAQs from 2012 and tips for successful evacuation.

Images of Research Competition 2013: The Big Picture
(13 Sep 2013)
Capture your work in an image and share it with the wider world - entries invited by 23 September 2013 (12 noon).

Message for entrants to Images of Research competition
(13 Sep 2013)
Due to a technical issue, if you submitted an entry to the competition between 22–28 July and have not yet received an email acknowledgment, there is a chance that your entry was not correctly registered.

From war to lecture theatre: meet the UK’s most remarkable student
(13 Sep 2013)
An inspirational teenage refugee, who at 12 travelled through eight countries to escape war-torn Afghanistan – described in a Unicef report as the world's most dangerous place to be a child – is to start a degree here next week.

Update of The Manchester Welcome
(13 Sep 2013)
Further materials and information are being made available for our new students over the Manchester Welcome Period

Family fundraiser for their brave boy
(13 Sep 2013)
The family of a boy diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at just 18 months old is raising money for a charity that funds research into the condition and also supports sufferers.

Britain’s first University Historian at Manchester
(13 Sep 2013)
The University has appointed the UK’s first University Historian and Heritage Officer.

Professor finds new way of working from home
(13 Sep 2013)
He and wife analyse DNA to find what makes you genetically compatible with your partner

Professional Development Network: annual event
(16 Sep 2013)
Find out about this peer support network on Tuesday, 1 October (9.30am - 2pm) at Chancellors Conference Centre (lunch provided).

Launch of Global Fellows Program: Leadership for Societal Impact
(16 Sep 2013)
On Monday, 23 September (3-5pm) in Christie's Bistro, Old Quad, Oxford Road.

MPs on campus to debate politics of public spending
(16 Sep 2013)
Three high-profile national figures will be at the University on Wednesday, 2 October to debate how public spending should be scrutinised in the age of austerity.

Professor Michael Wood Public History Event
(16 Sep 2013)
On Wednesday, 18 September 2013 (6.30pm) in University Place. Join newly appointed Professor in Public History, Michael Wood in his first public lecture since taking up his appointment at The University of Manchester. Historian and broadcaster Michael Wood will teach undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University, lead historical field trips and give three public lectures a year.

Busiest week in The Manchester Welcome
(16 Sep 2013)
Most of our students will arrive this week – for a fun-filled, fully supported start to their University career

Black History Month Events
(16 Sep 2013)
The Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Race Relations Centre is running free events in October for Black History Month

Software Sustainability Institute Fellowship Programme 2014
(16 Sep 2013)
The Software Sustainability Institute launches its 2014 Fellowship Programme

Occupational Health Nurse retires after 26 years service
(16 Sep 2013)
Last month Beatrice Mayo retired from her post as an Occupational Health Nurse

Professor Brian Cox explores why science gets a bad press in latest TV series
(16 Sep 2013)
University of Manchester scientist Professor Brian Cox returns to television screens in a new BBC2 series called Science Britannica starting on Wednesday 18 September.

Be Active Courses - bookings available
(16 Sep 2013)
Try a new activity during the 1st semester 2013

Are we all doomed?
(16 Sep 2013)
The question being posed at this year’s Doubleday Lecture

Start of Year Fair
(17 Sep 2013)
The Start of Year Fair opens today in the marquee outside University Place

University of Manchester Research Institute (UMRI) Pump Priming Programme
(17 Sep 2013)
Proposals can now be submitted for projects which lead to an increase in successful interdisciplinary research.

Was there more to Lewis Carroll than 'Alice in Wonderland'?
(17 Sep 2013)
This year’s Ollerenshaw Lecture is being delivered by Professor Robin Wilson who will be talking about Charles Dodgson - better known as Lewis Carroll.

Silence is golden
(17 Sep 2013)
Take part in a special one-day silent retreat, courtesy of the Counselling Service

University College now recruiting
(17 Sep 2013)
The University College is aiming to recruit 1,750 students in this new academic year.

Tickets still available for Professor Michael Wood lecture
(18 Sep 2013)
Newly appointed Professor in Public History, Michael Wood, gives his first public lecture since taking up his appointment in a special event tonight (Wednesday 18 September).

Get Active at Manchester with our 8 week fitness courses!
(18 Sep 2013)
Be Active timetable now available to book online

Claim your free swim at Manchester Aquatics Centre
(19 Sep 2013)
Wednesday 9 October from 08:00 - 17:00

Tickets available for Distinguished Lectures (The Manchester Welcome 2013)
(19 Sep 2013)
There are still tickets available for staff and students at this year’s two remaining Distinguished Lectures.

Whitworth closes for renovation with its busiest ever weekend
(19 Sep 2013)
15,000 visitors say goodbye - for now

The Atrium and Welcome Desk all set for launch
(19 Sep 2013)
On the spot advice and information for students will be available at two prominent locations in University Place from 23 September onwards.

Syrian Crisis Appeal call up
(19 Sep 2013)
New fundraising ideas to help those living in a warzone

Ready for your NINE minutes of fame?
(19 Sep 2013)
Open mic night for science show-offs

Showcasing our fair access work
(19 Sep 2013)
Professor Les Ebdon, Director of the Office for Fair Access (OFFA) visited the campus recently to get a flavour of the University’s Widening Participation work.

UniValet closing for restructure
(19 Sep 2013)
New look service on its way

University hosts first Motor Neurone Disease DNA bank
(19 Sep 2013)
The UK’s first Motor Neurone Disease DNA bank, housed here at the University, will open its doors to the research community next month (October).

Staff benefits update
(19 Sep 2013)
It’s offers galore this week!

Animation14 launches!
(19 Sep 2013)
Creative computing competition set to inspire more schoolchildren

Automatic computer updates – working the night shift
(19 Sep 2013)
Log off to save work during regular system updates by IT Services

Urgent patch for Microsoft Internet Explorer
(19 Sep 2013)
Microsoft has released an emergency patch for a vulnerability in Internet Explorer and it is important that all University computers and laptops have this applied.

Fire-fighter strike on Wednesday 25 September
(20 Sep 2013)
Advice on what to do if there is an incident on campus during the proposed Fire Brigades Union strike

Big Saturday: World Music at Manchester Museum
(20 Sep 2013)
Saturday 21 September, 11am-4pm Drop-in, free, all ages

Skulls, death and the Dark Ages
(20 Sep 2013)
at Manchester Museum

Manchester Museum Book Club
(20 Sep 2013)
Tuesday 24 September, 5.30-6.30pm

Course: Ice Age to Iron Age 10 week WEA course
(20 Sep 2013)
Starts Wednesday 25 Sep, 2.45-4.45pm

University Softball Team bring home the trophy!
(21 Sep 2013)
In the first ever Greater Manchester Workplace Games Softball competition played on 7 September, The University of Manchester team, brought together by Jennifer Simmons and Stephen Howard, beat off fierce competition from the Sefton Sharks, the BBC’s Beebs Batters and Catchers and the Manchester Public Health Panthers to win the coveted trophy.

Undergraduate University-Wide Open Days
(23 Sep 2013)
Our next Undergraduate Open Day for prospective undergraduate students will be taking place on Saturday, 5 October between 10am and 4pm.

Policy on the recording of lectures and other teaching and learning activities
(23 Sep 2013)
Information for academic staff from Professor Richard Reece, Associate Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students

Foundation Day celebrations
(23 Sep 2013)
Book your place at the Foundation Lecture and Honorary Degree Ceremony on Wednesday 16 October.

Monday 23 September is Bi Visibility Day
(23 Sep 2013)
Bi-visibility Day also known as International Celebrate Bisexuality Day, has been marked each year since 1999 to highlight biphobia and to help people find the bisexual community.

Open Doors at the Whitworth Art Gallery
(23 Sep 2013)
The Whitworth Art Gallery is undergoing a new and exciting chapter in its history.

Managing in the Round - Bookings now being taken
(23 Sep 2013)
Managing in the Round is an integrated management development programme aimed at 'middle managers'.

Hear Professor Brian Cox speak about particle physics
(23 Sep 2013)
Tickets are available to hear Professor Brian Cox give a public lecture in University Place on Thursday 10 October.

Manchester Policy Blogs launches
(23 Sep 2013)
A new online initiative that provides researchers with the platform to engage new audiences on a range of public policy issues has been launched.

Would you like to be a Trustee?
(24 Sep 2013)
We are currently looking for a scheme member to join the board and become a trustee director of UMSS Ltd, the trustee company.

Interactive Schools Poetry Event with Ian McMillan
(24 Sep 2013)
Celebrate National Poetry Day 2013, in this interactive primary school poetry event with Ian McMillan. (1.30pm, Friday 4 October 2013, The Martin Harris Centre)

Issues with University Login Service
(24 Sep 2013)
On Monday 23rd September, an intermittent issue occurred with the Login Service (CAS) which affected access to services for staff and students, including My Manchester (staff and student portals), Blackboard, Student email and eScholar.

On the look out for Science Buskers
(25 Sep 2013)
Science Buskers are now being recruited to support events taking place during this year’s Manchester Science Festival (MSF).

Invitation to meet MRC Technology scientists
(25 Sep 2013)
As part of its Entrepreneurship Forum, UMIP (University of Manchester Intellectual Property), would like to offer you the opportunity of meeting Phil Coxon and Duncan Young from the MRCT Centre for Therapeutic Discovery.

International Women's Day 2014
(25 Sep 2013)
The theme for IWD 2014 is 'Women as Peacemakers' and coincides with the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I.

Places available on Health and Safety courses
(25 Sep 2013)
Book now!

Kids Rocket Night at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre
(25 Sep 2013)
Make sure your half term goes out with a bang!

Jeanette Winterson “in Conversation” with Lynne Truss
(25 Sep 2013)
Don't miss Professor of Creative Writing Jeanette Winterson in conversation with writer and broadcaster Lynne Truss (6.30pm, Monday 30 September 2013, The Martin Harris Centre)

What's On at Jodrell Bank: Snowballs In Space, Kids Rocket and Telescope Night!
(25 Sep 2013)
Find out all about comets, asteroids and meteors in this interactive science show!

The Jodrell Bank Christmas Lectures
(25 Sep 2013)
This Christmas Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre will be hosting three consecutive evening lectures which form part of their very popular Lovell Lecture series

Girls Night Out at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre
(26 Sep 2013)
Back by popular demand! The Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre is looking for all budding Astronettes, Star-lettes and Cosmic Girls to come and join their Girls Night Out (Under the Stars) event on Saturday, 19th October at 7pm

First Semester 2013 Be Active courses
(26 Sep 2013)
Bookings are now available for activities to suit all, from gentle relaxation sessions to quick, hard workouts.

IT Know How Tip
(26 Sep 2013)
Find what you’re looking for with the IT Services Knowledge Base

Restored access to University IT services
(26 Sep 2013)
Your feedback welcome

IT Services for Research newsletter
(26 Sep 2013)
Latest edition now online

Staff benefits update
(26 Sep 2013)
It’s time to get out your gym wear as DeVere health clubs have a great offer for you!

Celebrate Black History Month during October
(26 Sep 2013)
Free events for everyone!

October’s Cycle to Work Event
(26 Sep 2013)
Manchester Metropolitan University hosts the next monthly cycle event, with a free breakfast (£3.50 voucher) in their Business School on Wednesday 2 October from 8.15am to 9am.

Manchester extends research ties with Brazilian universities
(26 Sep 2013)
The University of Manchester has signed a £100,000 cooperation agreement with Brazil’s leading scientific research funding agency to promote research links between the UK and the state of São Paulo.

Manchester Museum sings
(27 Sep 2013)
Fancy an afternoon of singing songs from around the world? Inspired by the Manchester Museum's collections on Sunday 29 September from 1pm to 3pm

School Governor Initiative Recruitment Event
(27 Sep 2013)
Drop-in sessions and lunchtime presentation on Tuesday, 22 October

University wins five Athena SWAN Awards
(27 Sep 2013)
Now eight Schools carry honour for their commitment to the recruitment, retention and progression of women

Students celebrate success at science awards night
(27 Sep 2013)
It was triple delight for The University of Manchester at the 2013 SET (Science, Engineering and Technology) Student of the Year Awards announced in London last night (Thursday).

Urban Naturalist: Moss - at Manchester Museum on Saturday 28 September
(27 Sep 2013)
Urban Naturalist is a series of friendly, practical workshops run by leading naturalists

Collection Bites at Manchester Museum
(28 Sep 2013)
Join Dr Nick Merriman, Director of the Manchester Museum, for a unique insight into prehistoric Britain on Wednesday 2 October, from 1pm to 2pm.

Baby Explorers at Manchester Museum
(29 Sep 2013)
Sensory play and interactive story sessions for babies who aren’t walking yet.

askHR: for instant answers to your HR-related queries
(30 Sep 2013)
Do you have any queries on HR-related matters, such as terms and conditions, pay, benefits, pensions, policies, equality and diversity, recruitment or training?

Save the date for the MAHSC Roadshow for University staff
(30 Sep 2013)
On 9 October (10-11.30am) in the Michael Smith Lecture Theatre.

Science Minister visits the National Graphene Institute
(30 Sep 2013)
Science Minister David Willetts MP today visited the site of the National Graphene Institute (NGI) at The University of Manchester, which will be the UK's national centre for research into the wonder material.

Chinese Language courses at The Confucius Institute in 2013
(30 Sep 2013)
Sign up now for 10-week beginner and intermediate language courses commencing from the week beginning 30 September 2013

International Police Registration
(30 Sep 2013)
Please advise international students that they will now have to arrange an appointment with the police directly

A bite of the Apple for IT Services
(30 Sep 2013)
IT Services introduces Apple support from 7 October

Chroma: Art meets science
(30 Sep 2013)
Manchester Science Festival event on Saturday, 26 October 2013 (3.30pm - 5.30pm) in G51, Chemistry Building

Blackboard unavailable/at risk on Friday, 4 October 2013 between 1am and 5am BST
(30 Sep 2013)
Following earlier issues you may have experienced with Blackboard, maintenance will be undertaken on Friday, 4 October 2013 between the hours of 1am and 5am BST.