News archive – November 2014

Free Lunchtime Concert Piano Recital by Eliza McCarthy
(03 Nov 2014)
On Thursday 6 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Vasaio fresh pasta bar now open
(03 Nov 2014)
Serving daily changing Italian classics

UniLife - latest issue available online
(03 Nov 2014)
The November 2014 issue of the University newsletter is now online

Manchester Gold Staff Mentoring Programme 2015
(03 Nov 2014)
Manchester Gold Staff is the successful and unique career mentoring programme managed by the Staff Training and Development Unit at The University of Manchester.

Are you making a difference?
(04 Nov 2014)
Share your inspiring stories

Say it with a Thank You card!
(04 Nov 2014)
Instantly reward and recognise members of staff that go that extra mile

MUMS Free Lunchtime Concert: Opera Scenes
(04 Nov 2014)
On Friday 7 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Manchester graphene paper among top 100 citations of all time
(04 Nov 2014)
The groundbreaking Science paper that laid out foundations of graphene research is one of the most cited publications of all time

Christmas should be about more than just survival
(04 Nov 2014)
Please donate new toys, other gifts, books, food or money to the Wood Street Mission Christmas Project 2014 by 4 December 2014

Places now available on 'Giving Feedback Effectively'
(04 Nov 2014)
Sessions will be running on 26 November 2014, 19 February 2015 and 20 May 2015

Christmas Carols in the City
(04 Nov 2014)
On Thursday, 18 December (7-9pm), Royal Manchester Children's Hospital Charity is hosting its inaugural Christmas Carols in the City concert at Manchester Cathedral

Ebola virus disease: latest advice for staff and students
(04 Nov 2014)
The World Health Organization has declared that the Ebola Virus Disease outbreak occurring in West Africa is an ‘international emergency’ with three countries – Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone – currently affected

Lord Heseltine opens biggest ever Policy Week
(04 Nov 2014)
Former Deputy Prime Minister, Lord Heseltine opened the University’s biggest ever Policy Week with a topical address on the power of devolution in tackling deprivation and boosting aspiration in cities

An important message about the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS)
(04 Nov 2014)
Colleagues will be aware that a valuation is currently underway of the USS pension scheme

HS2 boss to be quizzed as Parliament comes to Manchester
(04 Nov 2014)
The boss of HS2 will come to Manchester to be quizzed by MPs on 17 November, as a Parliamentary Select Committee evidence session is held at the University for the very first time

New Workplace Giving Scheme simply makes your giving go further
(04 Nov 2014)
Whether you’re thinking about giving to charity for the first time or you’ve been supporting a favourite cause for years, there are advantages to signing up to the University’s new scheme

The University and World War One: a centenary commemoration
(04 Nov 2014)
On Tuesday, 25 November, the University will mark the contribution made by staff and students during the First World War at an event in Whitworth Hall

Wood Street Mission Lottery
(04 Nov 2014)
Announcing the winner of the November 2014 draw

As the seasons change, it's time to shake up your wardrobe and SWISH!
(05 Nov 2014)
Following on from the success of the last event, Wednesday, 5 November (12.30–1.30pm) will see the seasonal Rutherford ‘Swish’ (Clothes Swap) in the Rutherford Room

Promote University careers fairs to students
(05 Nov 2014)
Please promote to our students two upcoming fairs: the Law Fair and the Postgraduate Study Fair

Come to the launch of the Research Funding Programme 2014-15
(05 Nov 2014)
More tickets have been released for the 'Learning through Research' Funding Launch on Monday, 17 November (1-3pm) in the Kanaris Lecture Theatre, Manchester Museum

Learning and the criminal mind
(05 Nov 2014)
How our Learning Through Research programme enhances their learning experience and improves their employability

A book 100 years older than the Magna Carta goes digital
(05 Nov 2014)
A manuscript predating the Magna Carta is to be seen, in full, online, by the public for the first time thanks to a project involving digital experts at the University working in partnership with Rochester Cathedral

Working With Students Network restarts for 2014-15
(05 Nov 2014)
Many of us work with students on a daily basis, but it isn’t always the main part of our job - that can mean we miss out on training and information which might help us to better support students

Charlotte makes an early escape from Halloween Lockdown
(05 Nov 2014)
Charlotte Hooson-Sykes from the School of Physics and Astronomy faced the prospect of spending Halloween night locked underground in the dark - unless you were charitable enough to set her free early

The University of Manchester Low Emission Vehicle Scheme launches
(05 Nov 2014)
As part of our drive to reduce the University’s carbon footprint, we will launch a new car parking tariff on Monday, 10 November that will offer significant discounts for staff who drive low emission vehicles

Christmas cakes wanted for food re-distribution charity
(05 Nov 2014)
Fareshare Greater Manchester is looking for donations of ‘small’ Christmas cakes or mince pies that they can hand out to their dedicated volunteers to say ‘thank you’ from the week beginning 15 December

Blackboard downtime on Tuesday 4 November
(05 Nov 2014)
On Tuesday 4 November, the Blackboard data centre in Amsterdam suffered a 'Distributed Denial of Service' Attack on their servers, which affected a number of Higher Education institutions, including ours.

Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
(05 Nov 2014)
The University Language Centre is currently accepting applications to the CertTESOL course which will take place from Monday, 16 February to Monday, 16 March 2015

Dalton Director’s new role
(05 Nov 2014)
Director of the University’s Dalton Nuclear Institute Professor Andrew Sherry has accepted a new role as Chief Science and Technology Officer at the National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL).

Clothes swap raises cash and clothing for local charities
(05 Nov 2014)
The Rutherford Room was a-buzz this afternoon with the bi-annual Rutherford SWISH

Bringing science to life
(05 Nov 2014)
Professor Danielle George inspires youngsters

Greg Dyke (Chairman of the Football Association) gives Jim Rose Lecture
(05 Nov 2014)
On Monday 27 November, 7.30 at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Watch: Manchester academics discuss the challenges facing humanity
(05 Nov 2014)
Following the final episode in his latest series, Human Universe, Professor Brian Cox discusses the challenges facing humanity with Professor Matthew Cobb and Dr Susanne Shultz from the Faculty of Life Sciences

Take part in Academic Procession at December 2014 Graduation Ceremonies
(05 Nov 2014)
Please confirm which ceremony or ceremonies you will attend between Monday, 8 December and Friday, 12 December and order your academic dress

Do you have room in your heart and home for a foster child?
(05 Nov 2014)
Across Manchester, foster carers play a vital yet often unseen role providing a stable family life for children who cannot live with their parents

MUMS Chamber Orchestra and Wind Ensemble Evening Concert
(06 Nov 2014)
On Saturday 8 November, 7.30pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Staff benefits update
(06 Nov 2014)
Start November with Perkz – Win an iPad Air - Christmas ideas - the new Workplace Giving Scheme - Kiddivouchers survey and The Teenage Cancer Trust

Royal Astronomical Society celebrates bicentenary with outreach fund
(06 Nov 2014)
Bring your ideas to a network meeting at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre

University Library in running for prestigious award
(06 Nov 2014)
Digital preservation project is well versed in safeguarding award-winning poetry

Wellbeing Week 2014 is on the way
(06 Nov 2014)
Wellbeing Week (10-14 November) is a week of FREE activities across campus designed to get you feeling good

Have you got a spare winter coat you could give away this year?
(06 Nov 2014)
University students’ church base is helping homeless stay warm

To University and College Union (UCU) Members
(06 Nov 2014)
The University has been formally notified by the Universities and College Union (UCU) that it will take industrial action and that their intention is for there to be continuous action short of a strike in the form of an assessment and marking boycott commencing on 6 November 2014

Look200 After Hours – tonight
(06 Nov 2014)
Artists and scientists celebrate 200 years of life-changing research into vision

Fuel Efficient Smarter Driver Training
(06 Nov 2014)
Free places available – apply now!

The Last Post to be played to mark Armistice Day
(06 Nov 2014)
At 11am on 11 November 2014, University of Manchester Music students will play The Last Post at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Is there anyone you would like to see the University honour?
(07 Nov 2014)
The President and Vice-Chancellor would welcome suggestions for candidates to be considered for the conferment of an honorary degree by the University

Rags to charity riches
(07 Nov 2014)
Wanted old, new unused or unwanted clothing for a student run upcycling project

New Workplace Giving Scheme simply makes your giving go further
(07 Nov 2014)
Sign up by midnight on Sunday and your first chosen charity gets £10 more

Marking Armistice Day
(07 Nov 2014)
Take time to remember our fallen heroes

Suppliers exhibition a huge success
(07 Nov 2014)
Last week’s eMarketplace supplier exhibition was a huge success with more than 330 staff attending during the day

Chance to share your passion for research with teachers and students
(07 Nov 2014)
Call up from School-University Partnership Initiative

Showcasing our impact on Health
(07 Nov 2014)
Registrations welcome for event chaired by BBC Home Editor Mark Easton

Movember round-up
(10 Nov 2014)
Moustaches are sprouting across the University in support of Movember, a leading global organisation committed to changing the face of men’s health

Do you come from a black or minority ethnic (BME) background?
(10 Nov 2014)
Do you think the University is an inclusive place to work? Have your say by completing this short survey and you could also win an IPad mini

Manchester Veg People on video
(10 Nov 2014)
Turning the camera on this local organic farming co-operative, which works very closely with University Catering

Construction of hotel and MBS executive education centre begins
(10 Nov 2014)
Work begins on the construction of the MBS hotel and Executive Education centre on the flat surface car park opposite the entrance to MBS West on Monday, 10 November

Girls' night out
(10 Nov 2014)
On Saturday, 22 November (7-10pm) at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre (barrier open from 6.15 to 7.30pm)

Workshop to shed light on influencing Select Committees
(10 Nov 2014)
A key member of staff from the House of Commons Transport Select Committee will be providing insight into how academics can effectively engage with parliament and share policy ideas

Remembering Flight Sub-Lieutenant Petchell Burtt Murray, Royal Naval Air Service
(10 Nov 2014)
Killed in a flying accident on Wednesday, 4 November 1914, near Upavon, Wiltshire, age 30

Part-Time English Language Courses at the University Language Centre
(10 Nov 2014)
The University Language Centre is currently accepting applications to several part-time courses open to all University staff and students

Pudsey's Patisserie re-opens on 14 November
(10 Nov 2014)
The Directorate of Estates and Facilities will once again host a bake sale to raise funds for Children in Need

Elbow’s Guy Garvey visits John Rylands Library for BBC 6 Music special
(10 Nov 2014)
Guy Garvey, lead singer of acclaimed Manchester band Elbow, visited The John Rylands Library in October to make recordings for a show to be broadcast on 16 November

Police and Crime Commissioners – A Mid-Term Review with Tony Lloyd
(10 Nov 2014)
Policy Week Plus event on Wednesday, 12 November (10-11.30am) (GMT) in Arthur Lewis Boardroom (Room 2.016)

Joint celebration of the International Day of Disabled People (IDDP)
(10 Nov 2014)
The University and Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) are holding a joint celebration of the International Day of Disabled People (IDDP), which is open to staff and students at both institutions on Wednesday, 3 December (12.30pm – 4pm) in Geoffrey Manton Building, All Saints Campus, MMU

Free Lunchtime Concert with Quatuor Danel and Richard Whalley (piano)
(11 Nov 2014)
On Thursday 13 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Quatuor Danel Evening Concert
(11 Nov 2014)
On Friday 14 November, 7.30pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Manchester student triumphs at 2014 Derbyshire Sports Awards
(11 Nov 2014)
Martial arts expert Robert Martin fought off the competition to triumph at the University of Derby-sponsored Derbyshire Sports Awards last week

To University and College Union (UCU) Members
(11 Nov 2014)
Update from the Director of Human Resources

Join UoM-PA's on Thursday evening at Albert Square Chop House
(11 Nov 2014)
Last few places for the EA/PA network evening event on Thursday, 13 November (6-8.30pm) at The Albert Square Chop House

Marking Armistice Day
(11 Nov 2014)
University staff and students marked Armistice Day at 11am on Tuesday, 11 November across campus and at two special locations, The Old Quad and the Martin Harris Centre

Nationwide search for new intellectual broadcasters
(11 Nov 2014)
The Arts & Humanities Research Council, BBC Radio 3, and BBC Arts have launched a nationwide search to find the UK’s next intellectual broadcasters in the arts and humanities

Car Park Permit Office closed on Thursday, 13 November
(11 Nov 2014)
Reopening on Friday, 14 November

MUMS Free Lunchtime Concert: Cosmo Singers
(12 Nov 2014)
On Friday 14 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

MUMS String and Brass Ensembles Evening Concert
(12 Nov 2014)
On Saturday 15 November, 7.30pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

World War 1 Open Lecture Series: The Different Faces of the First World War
(12 Nov 2014)
Wednesday afternoons (3-4pm or 5-6pm) from 22 October until 10 December 2014 in Simon Building, Lecture Theatre B

Free eye examination at University Teaching Clinic
(12 Nov 2014)
Book now for a free eye examination (eye test): offer open to all students, staff and general public

Manchester law lecturer appointed Academic Fellow of The Inner Temple
(12 Nov 2014)
Dr Colin King from the School of Law is one of four leading legal academics who have been appointed Academic Fellows of the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple

Mark Radcliffe gives a voice to Stan the T.rex at Manchester Museum!
(12 Nov 2014)
Part of the Talking Statues project launching at Big Saturday: Dinosaurs on Saturday, 22 November (11am-4pm) - free drop-in event

'Developing Your Staff' training
(12 Nov 2014)
Places are now available on our December, February and June half-day sessions.

It's Wellbeing Week
(12 Nov 2014)
Wellbeing Week (10-14 November) is a week of FREE activities across campus designed to get you feeling good

November CoreMunicate out now
(12 Nov 2014)
The latest CoreMunicate has been issued during November's team brief cascade to PSS staff

Update on USS
(12 Nov 2014)
Further discussions about USS took place on 7 November

Uomfoodies
(12 Nov 2014)
Uomfoodies is a new food network across the University (for both staff and students) with the aim of raising awareness of food sustainability, food wastage and healthy eating

Worm Wagon will be wonder at Great British Bioscience Festival
(12 Nov 2014)
University scientists behind the Worm Wagon will be highlighting the impact of several world diseases and infections through their Top Trump cards, which include the vital statistics on Ebola, at The Great British Bioscience Festival

Make your giving go further with new Workplace Giving Scheme
(12 Nov 2014)
Working with Workplace Giving UK and the Charities Aid Foundation, the University has launched our new Workplace Giving Scheme to make it easier for you to support your favourite causes

Your chance to make a Green Impact!
(12 Nov 2014)
A fun, easy and innovative way to help to reduce the University's environmental impact – form a team from your department, lab or building and sign up today!

Staff benefits update
(12 Nov 2014)
Perkz and prizes, offers from The Body Shop, Air Hairdressing, Pickfords, Cottages4u and Superbreak, and introducing Workplace Giving

USS Information Sessions
(13 Nov 2014)
Opportunities to find out more about proposals for changes to USS

Trans Day of Remembrance – Thursday, 20 November
(13 Nov 2014)
Honouring those killed as a result of hatred of gender non-conforming people

University chamber choir hits high note
(13 Nov 2014)
Ad Solem win first prize in North Wales Choral Festival 2014

Jill is making a difference
(13 Nov 2014)
Dr Jill Ingham from Manchester Busines School is Northwest Coordinator of the national Lone Twin Network.

Former student leads Games Maker Choir at Twickenham
(13 Nov 2014)
Victoria’s ‘living legacy’ of London games gets high profile gig

Landmark partnership to further commercialisation of graphene
(13 Nov 2014)
The University of Manchester and National Physical Laboratory collaborate to speed up application of world’s thinnest material

Join us for the centenary commemoration of the First World War
(13 Nov 2014)
On Tuesday, 25 November, the Chancellor, Mr Tom Bloxham and the President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, will lead the University’s centenary commemoration of the First World War at a special event in Whitworth Hall

Find out how Government communications work
(13 Nov 2014)
On 18 November, Alex Aiken, Executive Director for Government Communications, is coming to the University to deliver a guest lecture about his senior role and the challenges facing the modern Civil Service

Short courses on statistics at the University
(13 Nov 2014)
A few places are still available on three short courses on 18, 19 and 20 November being run by Dr Pamela Campanelli from The Survey Coach

Wellbeing Week – NHS Health Check Bus on campus today
(14 Nov 2014)
Jump on board outside George Kenyon Building (near University Place) between 10am and 4pm

Manchester academic contributes to major research on gas
(14 Nov 2014)
Stefan Bouzarovski, Professor of Geography in the School of Environment, Education and Development, has contributed to a major new report from the UK Energy Research Centre

Do you come from a black or minority ethnic (BME) background?
(14 Nov 2014)
Do you think the University is an inclusive place to work? Have your say by completing this short survey

Further information about USS following the update posted on 12 November 2014
(14 Nov 2014)
Further discussions concerning USS took place yesterday (13 November). These discussions were in a meeting of the Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) - made up of 5 UUK representatives, 5 UCU representatives and an independent Chair – and separate informal meetings between UCU and UUK

Reducing the energy footprint of computing and data analytics
(14 Nov 2014)
Meeting to discuss energy efficiency of co-processors in computational analysis

Don’t be a scam victim
(14 Nov 2014)
Stay safe from malicious emails

Fire evacuation – take responsibility!
(17 Nov 2014)
The annual evacuation practices for 2014 have been taking place since 1 October – how prepared are you?

Make your giving go further with new Workplace Giving Scheme
(17 Nov 2014)
Working with Workplace Giving UK and the Charities Aid Foundation, the University has launched our new Workplace Giving Scheme to make it easier for you to support your favourite causes

Do you prefer to read UniLife online?
(17 Nov 2014)
Here's how to opt out of the print copies

Report bullying, harassment or discrimination online and get support
(17 Nov 2014)
Watch the new We Get It video and come along for tea and biscuits in the Atrium, 2nd Floor, University Place between 11am and 3pm on Thursday, 20 November to find out more about the reporting tool and talk to an advisor about the support that’s available

UoM Drama Society: Autumn Showcase "Purgatory"
(17 Nov 2014)
19-21 November 2014, 7pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Pudsey's Patisserie bakes up a big profit for charity
(17 Nov 2014)
The Directorate of Estates and Facilities bake sale on Friday, 14 November raised over £700 for Children in Need – a new record!

Huge procurement effort praised
(17 Nov 2014)
Staff from the Directorates of Finance and Estates and Facilities, Procurement and Office of the General Counsel have achieved a key milestone in delivering one of the largest single procurement projects ever undertaken by the University.

UMSA Children's Christmas Party
(17 Nov 2014)
On Sunday, 7 December 2014 in Barnes Wallis Building, Sackville Street

Trailer for British Election Study film goes live
(17 Nov 2014)
A trailer for a new film ‘The British Election Study: Understanding British Democracy’, is now available on YouTube ahead of its launch on Tuesday, 9 December

Make sure no child goes without a new toy this Christmas
(17 Nov 2014)
Please donate new toys, other gifts, books, food or money to the Wood Street Mission Christmas Project 2014 by 4 December 2014

Re-launch of InStitches - the University craft group
(18 Nov 2014)
Institches is holding an information and drop-in session between 12 noon and 2pm on Wednesday, 26 November 2014 in the Knowles Committee Room (A) on the Whitworth Corridor

Free Lunchtime Concert: Harry Cameron-Penny (clarinet)
(18 Nov 2014)
On Thursday 20 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Blackboard 9 unavailable on Friday, 21 November (1am-5am GMT)
(18 Nov 2014)
Please remind your students that scheduled maintenance is being carried out on Blackboard on the above date and take into account this downtime when asking them to do any online activities

World-renowned mountaineer launches University’s first Expedition Society
(18 Nov 2014)
Stephen Venables, the first Briton to climb Everest without supplementary oxygen, will be coming to the University of Manchester Students’ Union this month to launch Manchester University Expedition Society (MUES)

University Library wins Digital Preservation Award
(18 Nov 2014)
The University of Manchester Library was proud to receive the award for Safeguarding the Digital Legacy at the prestigious international Digital Preservation Awards in London this week

Evening Concert: VAGANZA - Music from Taiwan, Japan, and Korea
(19 Nov 2014)
On Friday 21 November, 7.30pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Parliament comes to campus
(19 Nov 2014)
The University’s Whitworth Hall was designated as parliament for the day when the House of Commons transport select committee took leave from Westminster to hold a high profile session on campus

Free Lunchtime Concert: VAGANZA - Music from Taiwan, Japan, and Korea
(19 Nov 2014)
On Friday 21 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Join us for the centenary commemoration of the First World War
(19 Nov 2014)
On Tuesday, 25 November, the Chancellor, Mr Tom Bloxham and the President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, will lead the University’s centenary commemoration of the First World War at a special event in Whitworth Hall

Book now for the HEI Seminar on 27 November 2014
(19 Nov 2014)
'University finances – current situation and future challenges'

Learning through Research funding programme launched
(19 Nov 2014)
The 2014-15 Learning through Research funding programme was launched on Monday, 17 November

Isilon network storage upgrade
(19 Nov 2014)
Key upgrade will result in some weekend downtime

Training and information day for University event organisers
(19 Nov 2014)
Book now to secure your place on this important training session on Thursday, 8 January 2015 (9.15am–3pm)

Hosting a residential Summer School: top tips and best practice
(19 Nov 2014)
Just a reminder that the Engagement@Manchester session looking at residential summer schools for under-18s will take place on Wednesday, 19 November (1-2pm) in University Place 3.213

Digitisation of core and recommended texts
(19 Nov 2014)
Make sure your students have access to digitised core and recommended reading

Are you taking part in Academic Procession at December Graduation Ceremonies?
(19 Nov 2014)
Please confirm your attendance and hire your academic gown by the deadline of Friday, 21 November

Your chance to make a Green Impact!
(19 Nov 2014)
A fun, easy and innovative way to help to reduce the University's environmental impact – form a team from your department, lab or building and sign up today!

Behind the Black Door: working in the Civil Service
(19 Nov 2014)
Alex Aiken, Executive Director of Government Communications, along with recent recruits to the Civil Service Fast Stream, came to Manchester to speak to our students about the varied and interesting career options the Civil Service offers to graduates

Student Admissions and Administration Division put the fun in fundraising
(19 Nov 2014)
The Student Admissions and Administration Division in the Directorate for the Student Experience held an activity-packed fundraising day on Friday, 14 November in aid of Children in Need

Staff benefits update
(19 Nov 2014)
Welcome to the biggest staff benefits update ever with great offers, ideas for Christmas gifts and a fantastic prize draw!

Christmas Payrolls 2014
(19 Nov 2014)
Pay dates and subsequent payroll deadlines in the lead up to the University Christmas closure date of Wednesday, 24 December 2014

“Dutch-style” cycle lanes in new bus priority plans for Oxford Road
(20 Nov 2014)
Transport bosses have unveiled new plans to transform travel along Oxford Road, with a major bus priority corridor featuring Greater Manchester’s first ever Dutch-style cycle lanes

Students offered opportunity to 'Venture Out'
(20 Nov 2014)
Do you know someone with enterprise ideas who could compete and win time with a business mentor?

Manchester University Wind Orchestra (MUWO) Concert
(20 Nov 2014)
On Saturday 22 November, 7.30pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Veggie heaven! (Sold out)
(20 Nov 2014)
Vegetarian cooking and dinner event exclusive to University staff and students

FA Chairman Greg Dyke to speak on discrimination in football
(20 Nov 2014)
Free public lecture on campus

To University and College Union (UCU) Members
(20 Nov 2014)
You will be aware that the University and College Union (UCU) had indicated that they have been taking continuous industrial "action short of a strike" in the form of an assessment and marking boycott commencing on 6 November 2014. This particular action was called by UCU in response to the national employers’ proposals for changes to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS)

Claire is making a difference
(20 Nov 2014)
Claire Fraser helped to organise the first Holmbridge Community and River clean-up days in June and September 2014 to ensure her village looked its very best during the Tour de France and in the following months

Close encounters with the 15th century
(20 Nov 2014)
How our Learning Through Research programme enhances students' learning experience and improves their employability

Help us find talented students from under-represented communities
(20 Nov 2014)
Do you know any local post-16 students who may benefit from the Manchester Access Programme?

Manchester honoured in sustainability awards
(20 Nov 2014)
The University of Manchester has been ‘highly commended’ in the Green Gown Awards for ‘The Works’, an initiative which helps unemployed people resident in disadvantaged areas to improve their skills and employment prospects.

Do you come from a black or minority ethnic (BME) background?
(21 Nov 2014)
Do you think the University is an inclusive place to work? Have your say by completing this short survey

A bloodcurdling image with impact
(21 Nov 2014)
Our researchers win prize in photo competition

Christmas lunch in the Mumford Restaurant
(21 Nov 2014)
Available from Monday 1 December to Tuesday 23 December

Make sure no child goes without a new toy this Christmas
(24 Nov 2014)
Please donate new toys, other gifts, books, food or money to the Wood Street Mission Christmas Project 2014 by 4 December 2014

Free Lunchtime Concert: Richard Boothby (viola da gamba)
(24 Nov 2014)
On Thursday 27 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Report bullying, harassment or discrimination online and get support
(24 Nov 2014)
The We Get It campaign was launched in February of this year and focused specifically on sexual harassment: the second phase which began last week has a broader goal of challenging all forms of bullying, harassment and discrimination

UMSA Christmas shopping trip
(24 Nov 2014)
There are a limited number of tickets left for the UMSA Christmas Shopping Trip on Saturday, 29 November 2014 (9.30am)

Christmas Carols at St Peter's Chapel, Tabley House
(24 Nov 2014)
Everybody enjoys tradition at Christmas and the annual Christmas Carol concert at St. Peter’s Chapel, Tabley House has for many become the traditional start of the festive season

Vegan cooking and supper club
(24 Nov 2014)
Exclusive event for University staff and students on Wednesday, 18 February 2015

A measure of research success
(24 Nov 2014)
The results of the world’s largest research assessment process, the Research Excellence Framework (REF), will be published on Thursday, 18 December

Improving the energy efficiency of computation and data analysis
(24 Nov 2014)
The session's first meeting of the University’s GPU Club will be at 2pm on Tuesday 25 November in Room 2.220, University Place

Sarah is making a difference
(24 Nov 2014)
Sarah Williams from the Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences is a trustee of a Christian Camp for teenagers and runs a weekly youth group in her local community

The University and World War I: a centenary commemoration
(25 Nov 2014)
The University will mark the contribution made by staff and students during the First World War at an event in Whitworth Hall today

#GivingTuesday comes to campus
(25 Nov 2014)
As a University that is committed to making a positive difference to society through all of our activities, we are excited to be taking part in the UK's Giving Tuesday campaign, on 2 December 2014

MUMS Lunchtime Concert: Chamber Works
(25 Nov 2014)
On Friday 28 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Manchester scientists boost NASA’s missions to Mars
(25 Nov 2014)
Computer scientists from the University have boosted NASA space missions by pioneering a global project to develop programs which efficiently test and control NASA spacecraft

Accommodation Fair - helping students get next year's accommodation sorted
(25 Nov 2014)
If you know a student who is looking for somewhere to live next year, tell them about the student accommodation fairs being held by Manchester Student Homes

Kindling your interest in veg box scheme
(25 Nov 2014)
Tell University supplier The Kindling Trust how they could create the best veg box scheme in the world and win £30 of fresh, local, organic veg

December 2014 at Contact
(25 Nov 2014)
At Contact, Oxford Road, Manchester, M15 6JA

Wear a red ribbon on World AIDS Day
(25 Nov 2014)
World AIDS Day is celebrated on 1 December every year: not only does it give people the opportunity to remember those who have been diagnosed with HIV, but it also gives people the opportunity to raise money for this cause

The University of Manchester Chorus and Symphony Orchestra Concert
(26 Nov 2014)
On Sunday 30 November, 7.30pm at the Whitworth Hall

Introducing the Social Responsibility newsletter
(26 Nov 2014)
The Office for Social Responsibility has recently launched its new newsletter

Beat public transport price increases!
(26 Nov 2014)
Buy your 2015 train, tram and County Card annual season tickets at 2014 prices: deadline for applications is Thursday, 11 December 2014

Sign up for Green Impact!
(26 Nov 2014)
A fun, easy and innovative way to help to reduce the University's environmental impact – form a team from your department, lab or building and sign up today!

Unit Surveys to launch next week
(26 Nov 2014)
This coming Monday (1 December) will see the launch of the Semester 1 Unit surveys, which are sent to all undergraduate and postgraduate taught students as part of the University's commitment to listen to students, as outlined in our 2020 Vision

MBS researchers among most cited authors
(26 Nov 2014)
A number of MBS Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIOIR) academics feature in a list of the most highly cited papers which have appeared over the past five years in the Research Policy journal

Sir Arthur Lewis centenary celebrations
(27 Nov 2014)
Caribbean Development Bank and University of the West Indies remember development pioneer

New Associate Vice-President for Public Affairs
(27 Nov 2014)
Andy Westwood has been appointed as the University’s new Associate Vice-President for Public Affairs

Leading innovation academic helps European governments
(27 Nov 2014)
Luke Georghiou, Vice-President for Research and Innovation, in demand

Interdisciplinary event prompts collaborative research opportunities
(27 Nov 2014)
Showcase event on collaborative links addressing healthcare needs attended by around 100 cross-Faculty delegates

Collaboration for Cosmetic Innovation: industry-academia R&D showcase
(27 Nov 2014)
On Monday, 26 January 2015 (10am-4pm) at Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (hosted by the University and the Society of Cosmetic Scientists)

Contact announces first co-production with The National Theatre of Scotland
(27 Nov 2014)
On Tuesday, 12 May to Thursday, 14 May 2015 (7.30pm)

Become an academic tutor on Manchester Access Programme
(27 Nov 2014)
Opportunity for academic staff and PhD students to tutor Year 12 school students – register your interest online

Achieving Your Potential: development programme for staff with a disability
(27 Nov 2014)
Booking is now open for this six-day course running between March and September 2015

Exploring the Community Shares model and shaping a research agenda
(27 Nov 2014)
Event to discuss impact of community enterprises

Make your own Christmas wreath at Jodrell Bank
(27 Nov 2014)
Join Head Gardener Becky on Saturday, 13 December (1-3pm) to create a Planetary Nebula (or festive wreath, if you prefer) for your front door with foliage, berries and crab apples collected from the gardens

Book now for CIEH Manual Handling Principles & Practice
(27 Nov 2014)
Places available on CIEH Manual Handling Principles & Practice.

Staff benefits update – Giving Tuesday special
(27 Nov 2014)
In the lead up to Christmas it’s another bumper staff benefits update for you with many local discounts to save you money and an offer to help you maximise your charitable giving

Would you like to become a Dementia Friend?
(27 Nov 2014)
To find out more, book your place on one of the monthly information sessions between December 2014 and July 2015

Do you come from a black or minority ethnic (BME) background?
(28 Nov 2014)
Do you think the University is an inclusive place to work? Have your say by completing this short survey

Update on the transformation of IT Services
(28 Nov 2014)
From 1 December the majority of IT Services staff will begin to work with new role titles and new job descriptions, but what does this mean for you?

Times Higher Education Award for School Governor Initiative
(28 Nov 2014)
The University has won a second consecutive national award for outstanding contribution to the local community for a project which has seen 241 staff and alumni use their skills as school governors

On #GivingTuesday share how you are making a difference on social media
(28 Nov 2014)
As a University that is committed to making a positive difference to society through all of our activities, we are excited to be taking part in the UK's Giving Tuesday campaign, on 2 December 2014

FA chairman Greg Dyke tackles discrimination in football and the media
(29 Nov 2014)
During a public lecture at the University the Football Association chairman Greg Dyke said the way to create a diverse workforce is to “tie it to the money”