News archive – February 2016

Do you know our procedures for dealing with young visitors?
(01 Feb 2016)
Reminder: Health and safety procedures for parents bringing their children into work

It’s 'Time to Talk' about mental health
(01 Feb 2016)
On Thursday, 4 February (11am – 2pm) in University Place Foyer and 1st Floor, Atrium

Rare Iranian newspaper archive documents 1979 Revolution
(01 Feb 2016)
The University has launched a two year project to digitise Iranian newspapers charting the Western-backed 1953 coup d'état against Iran’s popularly supported government and the 1979 Revolution

Unable to log into Staff email and calendar? Use Outlook Web App
(01 Feb 2016)
We're currently aware of an issue where a number of staff are unable to use the Outlook desktop software

Put your feet to work - you could walk away with £50
(01 Feb 2016)
Don’t be a desk jockey, join the University's walking event on 11 February and feel happier, healthier and more productive at work

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Piano Recital by Diana Lopszyc
(01 Feb 2016)
Thursday 4 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

LITERATURE LIVE: Jeanette Winterson "In Conversation" with Louise O’Neill
(01 Feb 2016)
Monday 22 February, 6.30pm, at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation

MECD's top moments of 2015
(01 Feb 2016)
Follow the MECD project through a challenging, busy and inspiring year

How to use The Marketplace safely
(01 Feb 2016)
The site is for the exclusive use of current staff and students, for both buying and selling

Manchester city centre travel update
(01 Feb 2016)
Roadworks on Portland Street and John Dalton Street

Equal Pay Review 2015
(01 Feb 2016)
The University's second Equal Pay Audit shows no significant pay gaps for staff in Grades 1-8 across gender, ethnicity and disability, and a narrowing of the overall pay gap in these grades since 2013

Friends of the Earth chief to give Grigor McClelland lecture
(01 Feb 2016)
Book a place at Alliance Manchester Business School’s annual tribute to former leader

Announcement regarding the Director of IT
(01 Feb 2016)
Gerry Pennell has resigned from his position as Director of IT with effect from 31 March 2016 and will be leaving The University of Manchester

Global Impact Awards for students wanting to travel in summer 2016
(01 Feb 2016)
Do you know of a student wanting to travel in the summer of 2016?

Making the best use of the IT Support Centre - Telephone or message?
(02 Feb 2016)
The IT Support Centre offers different types of support. Urgent queries are best dealt with by telephone, but some instructions are easier to follow on screen.

Travel advice following reports of spread of Zika virus
(02 Feb 2016)
Information for those travelling to South and Central America

Feminist piano piece debuts in perfect venue
(02 Feb 2016)
Diana Lopszyc to perform Kevin Malone's ‘Unsung Herstories’ in the Drawing Room of Elizabeth Gaskell’s House

Join The Brilliant Club!
(02 Feb 2016)
Meaningful, paid opportunity for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to teach their own research

Register for ‘Managing in the Round’
(03 Feb 2016)
Development programme aimed at middle managers

Job Opportunities in Halls of Residence
(03 Feb 2016)
Vacancies for Residential Pastoral Advisors

Inaugural Dorothy Emmet Lecture
(03 Feb 2016)
University celebrates pioneering woman and eminent philosopher on Thursday, 4 February (6pm) in Arts Theatre, Samuel Alexander Building

Presenting the Campus Masterplan
(03 Feb 2016)
A presentation by Head of Capital Projects and Assistant Director of Estates and Facilities, Steve Jordan, on the Campus Masterplan is now available online

Course Marketing Pages Project 2016 – Changes to Campus Solutions
(03 Feb 2016)
In June this year, new functionality will be available as a major improvement to the course marketing pages within the corporate website

Sexuality Summer School: Love and Its Others
(03 Feb 2016)
Bringing together postgraduates, researchers and international scholars with artists and filmmakers to facilitate dialogue and discussions from 23 to 27 May 2016

Diploma in Management and Leadership level 5
(03 Feb 2016)
The Staff Learning and Development Centre are inviting applications for the next cohort of the Diploma in Management and Leadership (Edexcel Level 5) which will begin on Wednesday, 3 May 2016

Free rush hour concert at the Chaplaincy
(03 Feb 2016)
On Monday, 8 February (5.20-6pm) in St Peter’s House, Oxford Road

Take five minutes today to talk about mental health
(04 Feb 2016)
It’s Time to Talk about mental health - join us today in the Foyer of University Place and the 1^st Foor of the Atrium any time between 11am and 2pm

Find out how we’re working to help you stay safe
(04 Feb 2016)
On Tuesday 9 February, we're planning to make additional improvements to help our staff and students stay safe online.

Manchester University Music Society Opera: Castor et Pollux
(04 Feb 2016)
Thursday 11 and Saturday 13 February, 7pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

University preserves mosaics
(04 Feb 2016)
Artwork to be reinstated on completion of Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre

Staff benefits update
(04 Feb 2016)
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we have some new offers to give you options for the lady or man in your life - plus reduced price tickets for the Baby & Toddler Show (and a prize draw), savings on holidays and three great competitions!

Masterclass with Mark Fisher: How to Write About Theatre
(04 Feb 2016)
Wednesday 10 February, 1-2pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

World Cancer Day
(04 Feb 2016)
University marks 12 months of discovery in Manchester

Cakes for sale in John Owens
(04 Feb 2016)
The Time to Change bake sale had some many contributions that we have lots left over

UCan Suggest a Student
(04 Feb 2016)
But hurry - standing closes in under two weeks!

Swap and save in National Student Money Week
(05 Feb 2016)
Why shop when you can swap? Come to the iZone of University Place on 12 February from 12noon to 2pm

Celebrate Year of the Monkey with the Confucius Institute this Chinese New Year!
(05 Feb 2016)
Between 6 and 8 February 2016 in The Arndale Shopping Centre, St. Anns Square and HOME Manchester

University researcher lands prestigious role at CERN
(05 Feb 2016)
Dr Alexander Oh to lead international experts as they record collisions from the Large Hadron Collider

Book now for the HEI Seminar on 22nd February 2016.
(05 Feb 2016)
‘Attracting the Best – an overview of Manchester’s approach to student recruitment at home and abroad’

A changing sector: Where is science communication now?
(08 Feb 2016)
On Thursday, 18 February (8.30-10am) in Wellcome Wolfson Building, 165 Queen’s Gate, London, SW8 5HD, followed by online conversation on Friday, 19 February (12noon-1pm)

Get involved in BBC Learning science campaign
(08 Feb 2016)
What could you discover with the biggest sample size of children ever?

LIT LIVE: Jeanette Winterson “In Conversation” with Helen MacDonald
(08 Feb 2016)
Monday 29 February, 6.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Autism-friendly Early Opening at Manchester Museum
(08 Feb 2016)
Come along to enjoy and explore together on the second Saturday of every month

Happy New Year from the Confucius Institute
(08 Feb 2016)
Competition to win free Mandarin Language Tuition

New features on the podcasting service
(08 Feb 2016)
Changes include improvements to booking and editing

Wednesday Workshop: Yoga for Relaxation
(08 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday, 10 February (2.30-4pm) in the Wellbeing Rooms, Simon Building

Applications open for British Science Association's Media Fellowship
(08 Feb 2016)
A unique opportunity for practising scientists, clinicians and engineers to spend two to six weeks working at the heart of a media outlet such as the Guardian, BBC Breakfast or the Londonist

Registration now open for The Careers in Statistics Fair
(08 Feb 2016)
The Careers in Statistics Fair, to be held on Wednesday, 2 March 2016, will be an invaluable event for anyone interesting in the wide range of different statistical careers available

Wood Street Mission Lottery: February's winner
(08 Feb 2016)
Announcing the latest winner of the lottery which supports local families in need

Ballroom and Latin for Beginners: Free Taster Session
(09 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday 2 March 2016, at the Martin Harris Centre

Calling all you Grafters!
(09 Feb 2016)
People’s History Museum needs you to help document the changing workplace

New Campus Masterplan Website
(09 Feb 2016)

Manchester graduate honour at Pakistan’s first Education UK Alumni Awards
(09 Feb 2016)
Bilal Majeed takes Entrepreneurial award for his engineering design company supporting other business starters

Wake up and smell the jelly beans!
(09 Feb 2016)
Professor Matthew Cobb explains how the nose knows

Religious and LGBT? We need you!
(09 Feb 2016)
Explore religion, faith and sexuality on 18 February (12.30-1.30pm)

CLASS Network Conference is back
(09 Feb 2016)
Save the date: Wednesday, 23 March, 2016, (1-4 pm) in the Alan Turing Building

Behind the Scenes of Cancer Research UK
(09 Feb 2016)
Come along to see what happens inside a real-life cancer research laboratory

Manchester graduate honoured at Hong Kong Education UK Alumni Awards
(10 Feb 2016)
Kelvin Chan Tak On takes Entrepreneurial award for his 'paper world'

UMDS: Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards opening production: The Falls
(10 Feb 2016)
17-19 February, 7pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Network Rail works affecting rail services between Manchester and Crewe
(10 Feb 2016)
Train services will be disrupted by an 11-day closure from 13 to 24 February 2016

Policy Week punters happier than ever
(10 Feb 2016)
Attendees at Manchester Policy Week 2015 were more satisfied than ever before with what they saw and heard, a new infographic reveals

WATCH: President wishes our Chinese staff and students happy new year
(10 Feb 2016)
Video looks back at the year we hosted China’s President Xi Jinping and looks forward to the Year of the Monkey

Support our researchers at FameLab Northern England Regional Final
(10 Feb 2016)
Free event on Monday, 15 February 2016 (7.30pm) at Museum of Science and Industry (doors open from 6pm)

JustFest 2016 - volunteering opportunities for staff on Wednesday, 9 March
(10 Feb 2016)
We need your help as a staff volunteer to make JustFest 2016, The University of Manchester’s very own social justice festival, a success

Staff benefits update
(10 Feb 2016)
It’s the Valentine’s special - with choices for treating a loved one or yourself, breaks and luxury holidays for later in the year, new health discounts and options if you are thinking of getting married!

Chance to raise funds for conservation
(11 Feb 2016)
Help the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) manage pin badge boxes

Give a child a cracking Easter
(11 Feb 2016)
Wood Street Mission Easter Egg Appeal 2016

Sustainability in the Curriculum
(11 Feb 2016)
Share your experiences of engaging students in collaborative learning

Gender-equality award for Physics
(11 Feb 2016)
The Institute of Physics has announced that The University of Manchester is to be awarded Juno Champion status, recognising its commitment to embedding equality and diversity within its physics department.

MUMS Wind Ensemble and Student Compositions
(12 Feb 2016)
Saturday 20 February, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Team development opportunity through volunteering activity
(12 Feb 2016)
In support of our social responsibility agenda, the University is once again taking part in Give and Gain Day on 20 May 2016

Sackville Street temporary road closure
(15 Feb 2016)
There will be a temporary road closure in place on the North Campus from Friday, 4 March to Monday, 7 March during demolition of the Faraday Building and link bridge to make way for the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC)

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Roberto Carrillo-Garcia (Double-Bass)
(15 Feb 2016)
Thursday 18 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Register now for CLASS Network Conference
(15 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday, 23 March 2016 (1-4 pm) in Alan Turing Building

Wednesday Workshop series: Show Time/Burlesque
(15 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday, 17 February (2.30 – 4pm)

Sink or Swim: NBI's Product Innovation Workshop
(15 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday, 24 February 2016 (event 2-5pm, registration from 1.30pm) in University Place, 6th floor

Fake "Staff Notice" email - do not click the link in the email
(15 Feb 2016)
We've been made aware of a fake email entitled "Staff Notice". This is a phishing email and should be deleted.

Changes to staff and student ID numbers
(16 Feb 2016)
The SPOT IDs (Single Point Of Truth IDentifiers) have now been rolled over to 8 digits.

Time to Talk: a great response
(16 Feb 2016)
Thursday, 4 February was Time to Talk Day, the day for the nation to get talking about mental health and help remove the surrounding stigmas

Award-winning science presenter to speak at next engagement@manchester event
(16 Feb 2016)
Dr Sarah Bearchell will share the challenges and rewards of working with diverse audiences in 'One Step Beyond: Crossing the Barriers to Engagement' on 2 March 2016 (1–2.30pm), in Roscoe Building, Room 1.009

Do you have an interesting translational research idea?
(16 Feb 2016)
More than £1M funding available under the MRC CIC scheme: 2016 call now open, plus information event on 24 February

Have you completed your Diversity in the Workplace Training?
(16 Feb 2016)
Guided training session on 25 February (10am)

Calling all PhDs and Postdocs working in dementia-related fields
(16 Feb 2016)
Meet up with your peers at KroBar on Monday, 14 March (4.30pm)

Student cycling team hits the road for cancer support
(17 Feb 2016)
The University of Manchester Cycling Club (UMCC) is riding from Manchester to Liverpool and Oldham and back again to raise funds for Maggie's Centres

WATCH: Friends of the Earth CEO talks about progress at Alliance MBS event
(17 Feb 2016)
Craig Bennett, Friends of the Earth CEO, gave the Annual Grigor McClelland Lecture at the Alliance Manchester Business School on 11 February 2016

Ballroom and Latin for Beginners: Free Taster Session
(17 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday 2 March 2016, at the Martin Harris Centre

Redeployment Policy agreement
(18 Feb 2016)
Agreement between the University and the Campus Trade Unions

Staff benefits update
(18 Feb 2016)
Last minute half-term suggestions for you; new discounts in the Northern Quarter and for official Manchester Airport parking, plus our latest competition winners!

Internationally-acclaimed performance at the Contact
(18 Feb 2016)
A love story, slapstick comedy, action and melodrama – not a single word spoken

Service of Thanksgiving for body donors
(18 Feb 2016)
Staff welcome to pay tribute to selfless and public-spirited people of Manchester

Book now for free eye test
(18 Feb 2016)
Final year Optometry students perform the eye examination under supervision by fully qualified staff

Are you doing a PhD in an energy related topic?
(18 Feb 2016)
Come to the Manchester Energy Summer School

Howard Jacobson: Shylock Is My Name
(18 Feb 2016)
On Monday 11 April at the John Rylands Library, Deansgate

Come to Disabled Staff Network's Spring meeting
(18 Feb 2016)
Hear guest speaker Professor James Thompson, Associate Vice President for Social Responsibility

Global Development Institute opens with call for new solutions
(18 Feb 2016)
University launches Europe’s largest research and teaching institute for international development

Greek tragedy and the Arabian Nights inspire annual lecture
(18 Feb 2016)
World renowned Professor and author Professor Dame Marina Warner speaks at The John Rylands Research Institute

First-ever Women In Media Conference
(18 Feb 2016)
Top speakers and debates such as ‘is this what a feminist looks like?’

Manchester University Music Society: Vocal Showcase
(19 Feb 2016)
Friday 26 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Join the audience as retail experts discuss 'Leadership in Retail'
(19 Feb 2016)
All staff and students are welcome at Alliance MBS's next event – part of their Vital Topics series, sponsored by RBS

Opportunities and challenges for China's new globalisation strategy
(19 Feb 2016)
Road and Belt Initiative Seminar on Monday, 22 February (11.30am-1.30pm) in Conference Room, Manchester Museum

Manchester University Music Society: Symphony Orchestra
(19 Feb 2016)
Saturday 27 February, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

WATCH: Oxfam Executive Director speaks at Global Development Institute launch
(19 Feb 2016)
Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of Oxfam International, spoke to The University of Manchester following the launch of the Global Development Institute (GDI) on 17 February, as part of the University's commitment to addressing global inequality

Places now available for the 360 Degree Feedback - Senior Managers Programme
(22 Feb 2016)
As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing management capability at all levels we are offering another opportunity for Senior Managers to complete the 360 degree feedback process.

Celebrating World Social Work Day with live webinar
(22 Feb 2016)
The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work are celebrating World Social Work Day on 15 March 2016 with a live webinar about Social Work in Malawi and Belarus

Bogle 2016 is upon us!
(22 Feb 2016)
Beat the mysterious 55-year-old Bogle for a charity of your choice or for partner charity the Booth Centre

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Gavin Osborn
(22 Feb 2016)
Thursday 25 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

New app to plot the many languages of Manchester
(22 Feb 2016)
President to launch LinguaSnapp - the University's first mobile teaching and research app

MANTIS (Manchester Theatre in Sound) Festival
(22 Feb 2016)
On Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 March 2016, at the Martin Harris Centre

Help shape the future of our community engagement work
(22 Feb 2016)
Come to one of our consultation events in March

Can a scientist believe in heaven and angels?
(22 Feb 2016)
On 10 March at 6 pm - CiS Manchester: The Manchester Science and Philosophy Group

Call for Mentors - Manchester Gold Staff Mentoring Programme 2016
(22 Feb 2016)
The deadline for colleagues to apply to join the programme as mentors is Friday, 26 February

Clothes and themed items swap
(22 Feb 2016)
Monthly event in the Wellbeing Rooms (UMSA Room - G60), Simon Building

Places now available on the ‘Managerial Pursuits’ workshop
(23 Feb 2016)
A new and fun way for Middle Managers to develop their managerial skills and better understand University policies and procedures.

Wednesday Workshop - Gymnastic Strength
(23 Feb 2016)
On 24 February (2.30-4pm) in the Wellbeing Rooms (Ground Floor Activity Room) with Steve Dawson

Free piano recital
(23 Feb 2016)
Monday, 7 March (5pm) at St Peter's House, Oxford Road

The Whitworth shortlisted for two more awards
(23 Feb 2016)
Our “gallery in the park” one of only three in UK shortlisted for European Museum of the Year

Calling all science writers and bloggers!
(23 Feb 2016)
Enter the Science Writers’ Awards for Britain and Ireland 2016

Want the key to the corridors of power?
(23 Feb 2016)
Policy@manchester helps you get past the gatekeeper

Join the second UMRUN Run-commute
(23 Feb 2016)
Run to work and get a free breakfast on Thursday, 25 February

Media Services offer tutorials in graphic design and video production
(24 Feb 2016)
Media Services provide a wide range of free tutorials for staff and students using Adobe CC software to help with your graphic design and media production needs.

Turnitin unavailable on Saturday 5 March 2016 (3pm-7pm)
(24 Feb 2016)
Details of how maintenance work might affect you

Find out more about our cancer research
(24 Feb 2016)
Two events during British Science Week

Want to become a Dementia Friend?
(24 Feb 2016)
Come to a lunch time information session

Staff benefits update
(24 Feb 2016)
Time for inspiration for Mother’s Day on Sunday, 6 March with money saving options for florists, chocolates, walking experiences, National Trust membership and pampering

Sackville Street: reminder of temporary road closure
(24 Feb 2016)
A temporary road closure will be in place on the North Campus from Friday, 4 March to Monday, 7 March during demolition of the Faraday Building and link bridge to make way for the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC)

Dealing with inappropriate or offensive emails
(24 Feb 2016)
The University’s email servers block tens of thousands of junk emails daily. However, due to the nature of email, it is impossible to block all junk messages.

Lecture by Professor Uma Kothari
(24 Feb 2016)
"Is water safer than the land? Public perceptions of Syrian refugees and the power of a warm welcome" on Thursday, 17 March at 6pm for 6.30pm in University Place

Alliance Manchester Business School wins education links award
(24 Feb 2016)
Alliance Manchester Business School has been commended by the Greater China Awards for its commitment to supporting business links with Greater China, winning first place in the Education Links category

NEBOSH Certificate - Applications now open
(25 Feb 2016)
Applications for the 2016 NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety are now open.

Celebrating the achievements of our female community
(25 Feb 2016)
University marks International Women’s Day with a series of events

Major employers from China on campus
(25 Feb 2016)
University hosts The China Graduate Recruitment Fair 2016

How our students are making a difference
(25 Feb 2016)
Statistics to make us proud from Student Volunteering Week

FREE Architecture and Performance panel event
(25 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday 2 March, 5pm, at Contact, Manchester

Nominate your Volunteer of the Year
(25 Feb 2016)
Do you know a staff member, student or alumnus who gives up their time to the benefit of the community?

Keeping Alan Turing's memory green
(25 Feb 2016)
Staff are welcome to attend the planting of a tree in memory of Alan Turing outside the Chaplaincy, Oxford Road on Monday, 29 February (12.30pm)

Win a Fairtrade breakfast
(26 Feb 2016)
For you and up to nine colleagues to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight

Big Green Gathering
(26 Feb 2016)
On Tuesday, 8 March the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences will be hosting its first sustainability festival

Updates to the eduroam wireless network
(26 Feb 2016)
The organisation which issues eduroam certificates through the cat.eduroam.org website have today (Friday 26 February) updated the certificates.

Take your career forward on International Women's Day
(26 Feb 2016)
To mark International Women's Day (8 March 2016), Equality and Diversity, together with the University's student and staff training teams, are offering a series of workshops and information sessions to support the career development of our staff and students

Hear Andy Haldane talk about 'Running businesses differently'
(26 Feb 2016)
The Chief Economist at the Bank of England, will give the final lecture in Alliance MBS's Responsible Business series on 3 March 2016 (5.45pm)

Tweet about your amazing female colleagues!
(26 Feb 2016)
Use International Women's Day (8 March 2016) to highlight the University's incredible women

Manchester Day 2016 Invitation: Scientists meet artists
(26 Feb 2016)
Join a fun get-together on Wednesday, 16 March (6pm – 9pm) at a secret city centre location: RSVP for address

Senate elections result
(26 Feb 2016)
Academics take seats from 1 September 2016

Swap clothes at the Rutherford Swish
(26 Feb 2016)
On 8 March 2016 (12 - 2pm) in Barnes Wallis Hub, North Campus (please note change of venue on this occasion)

Postgraduate Summer Research Showcase 2016
(26 Feb 2016)
Call for submissions: don’t miss your chance to win £150!

New Performance and Development Review
(29 Feb 2016)
A working group led by Martin Humphries and Karen Heaton has developed a revised P&DR process, which will be launched in the PSS between May and July 2016

Ballroom and Latin for Beginners: Free Taster Session
(29 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday 2 March 2016, 1.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

WATCH: Are there aliens out there?
(29 Feb 2016)
University staff ask the question – and others – in innovative science chat show

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Vonnegut Collective
(29 Feb 2016)
Thursday 3 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Tell your students and recent graduates about Venture Further 2016
(29 Feb 2016)
Business start-up competition with a chance for students to win £10,000

University retains prestigious European Commission award
(29 Feb 2016)
Following an external review process, the University has retained its prestigious award from the European Commission - the HR Excellence in Research Award

Royal Society Pairing scheme
(29 Feb 2016)
Policymakers and research scientists experience each other’s worlds – deadline Wednesday, 9 March

Award-winning science presenter at next engagement@manchester event
(29 Feb 2016)
Dr Sarah Bearchell to discuss ‘hard-to-reach audiences’

University magazine now online
(29 Feb 2016)
Read all about the revolutionary spirit that defines our University

Explore the 'hidden gems' of Fallowfield
(29 Feb 2016)
As part of their ‘Halls 2 Home’ campaign, Manchester Student Homes have worked with student volunteers and long-term residents to create ‘Hidden Gems’

Do you live in Fallowfield or Withingon?
(29 Feb 2016)
Save the date for the Community Forum on Thursday, 7 April 2016 (6-8pm)

WATCH: TV pilot asks 'Is There Alien Life?'
(29 Feb 2016)
Last month, a number of University staff were involved in an innovative pilot of a TV/web science chat show, focused on the question 'Are there aliens out there?'

Corridor Manchester Cycle to Work Event
(29 Feb 2016)
On Wednesday, 2 March (8-9am) in the MMU Business School Café

Get on-side for Shearer vs Savage: The Rematch
(29 Feb 2016)
Following 2014’s ‘Battle of the Backsides’, Alan Shearer and Robbie Savage are to go head-to-head once again and they need you on-side for the BBC Radio 5 live ‘Battle of the Five-A-Sides’ for Sport Relief, supported by the Premier League

Student Lifecycle Programme - an introduction for staff
(29 Feb 2016)
A major programme of work has begun to scope out our requirements across the whole of the student lifecycle for the next 10 years

February's CoreMunicate online
(29 Feb 2016)
The latest CoreMunicate has been issued during February's team brief cascade to PSS staff

Elections to the General Assembly of the University
(29 Feb 2016)
Nominations are now being sought for election to a number of vacancies on General Assembly

Sexuality Summer School – Love and Its Others
(29 Feb 2016)
Registration for the Sexuality Summer School (23-27 May 2016) is open to all PhD and Masters students studying sexuality and will go live on 2 March