News archive – March 2017
Alumnus wins Oscar for story of Syrian heroes
(01 Mar 2017)
Hollywood gives standing ovation as Orlando von Einsiedel accepts Academy Award
Take the next step with 10,000 Actions
(01 Mar 2017)
Rachel Bailey has put her best foot forward – and found fame on Twitter
Unlock the potential of your intellectual property
(01 Mar 2017)
Understanding the value of intellectual property in research
Encourage our students to have their say
(01 Mar 2017)
Survey of postgraduate taught students launches on Monday (6 March)
Where would you go with £250?
(01 Mar 2017)
Win a mini break with Staff Survey 2017
Call for entries: Venture Further 2017
(01 Mar 2017)
Manchester Enterprise Centre is looking to support the next big start-up from The University of Manchester through Venture Further 2017
Give a child a cracking Easter
(01 Mar 2017)
Wood Street Mission Easter Egg Appeal 2017
Be aware of phishing scams targeting payroll
(01 Mar 2017)
We’ve recently been informed that a number of staff at other universities have received emails sent by scammers, who use actions by the recipients to access their bank details
Still time to get a discounted Great Manchester 10k Run place
(01 Mar 2017)
More than 1,550 staff, students and alumni have already signed up
Staff Survey 2017 opens on Monday
(02 Mar 2017)
Time to have your say
Acting Up in Zimbabwe: Free Talk with Arts Activist, Silvanos Mudzvova
(02 Mar 2017)
Thursday 9 March 2017, 6pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama
Staff benefits update – 1 March 2017
(02 Mar 2017)
March has arrived and we have some new offers for you
The University of Manchester Magazine online now
(02 Mar 2017)
Read all about the revolutionary spirit that defines our University in Issue 5
Health & Safety Induction Update
(02 Mar 2017)
"THS1E Online Health & Safety Induction" is now available as a downloadable video presentation
Manchester scientists reveal new super-fast form of computer
(02 Mar 2017)
Researchers have shown it is possible to build a new super-fast form of computer that “grows as it computes”
Acting up in Zimbabwe
(02 Mar 2017)
Playwright and activist Silvanos Mudzvova talks about his work and home country
Tell us your running story and you could meet Olympic athlete Greg Rutherford
(03 Mar 2017)
We’re looking for runners past and present for the official Great Manchester 10k Run launch
Road closure information for St Patrick's Parade
(03 Mar 2017)
The Manchester Irish Festival St Patrick’s Parade is taking place on Sunday 12 March
Strike action affecting Arriva Rail North services
(03 Mar 2017)
The RMT has confirmed guards and driver members on Arriva Rail North have voted for both strike action and action short of a strike
Research IT newsletter - March 2017
(03 Mar 2017)
Find out more about Research IT grant support clinics, Mathematica workshops, RSE funding and more
A thank you from the LGBT Staff Network Group, ALLOUT
(03 Mar 2017)
Your help made this year's LGBT History Month the biggest ever
HMRC Records may show missing National Insurance Contributions
(06 Mar 2017)
Back in 2006 HMRC encountered a computer problem which left half a million national insurance payers with holes in their National Insurance records
Jeanette Winterson "In Conversation" with Neil Jordan
(06 Mar 2017)
On Monday 13 March, 7.30pm, at HOME
Staff Survey opens today!
(06 Mar 2017)
Complete the Staff Survey 2017 and make your voice heard
Senate elections result
(06 Mar 2017)
Academics take seats from 1 September 2017
University partnership to boost research with National Trust
(06 Mar 2017)
Knowledge Transfer Partnership with charity that preserves our nation’s heritage and open spaces
University mathematicians take their research to Parliament
(06 Mar 2017)
Two Manchester researchers shortlisted from hundreds of applicants
Second chance to fund your social enterprise ideas
(06 Mar 2017)
Deadline for UMIP Social Enterprise Ignition Funding applications is Friday, 24 March
New Director for Student Recruitment and Outreach
(06 Mar 2017)
Richard Cotton to develop new student recruitment strategy
Success for the Legal Advice Centre at the Manchester Legal Awards
(06 Mar 2017)
Dementia Law Clinic wins Best Pro Bono/Community Initiative at the 2017 Manchester Legal Awards
Make a monster bid for our Comic Relief dinosaur
(06 Mar 2017)
Directorate of Research and Business Engagement Support Services colleagues promise fun charity fundraiser
Take the next step with 10,000 Actions
(06 Mar 2017)
‘Newcomer’ Jo steps up – to get to know the University and look after our future
General Assembly elections
(06 Mar 2017)
Nominations sought for number of vacancies
Wood Street Lottery winner
(06 Mar 2017)
Announcing the winner for March 2017
Have you received your Staff Survey?
(07 Mar 2017)
Check your email for your opportunity to make your voice heard
WATCH: Dr Julian Skyrme on Staff Survey
(07 Mar 2017)
Director of Social Responsibility talks about Staff Survey
Before I die…
(07 Mar 2017)
Public art project showcases our deepest wishes here on campus
Symphony of art and science at Hallé for Youth
(07 Mar 2017)
Thousands of schoolkids fall under the spell of our Halléoojamaflipaphone
Manchester Master’s Bursary
(07 Mar 2017)
University launches bursaries aimed at widening access to master’s courses
Science Showdown!
(07 Mar 2017)
Stand up for your field and grab a slice of not-humble pie at free open mic event
Policy@Manchester’s Budget Hack
(07 Mar 2017)
Come to free session to watch Budget live, discuss ideas with expert speakers - and publish your own
Last chance to land 10,000 Actions funding
(07 Mar 2017)
See your amazing ideas take flight
President celebrates International Women’s Day with our students
(07 Mar 2017)
Women in Science and Engineering society to hear all about an inspiring career
Explore the diversity of research collaborations in lunchtime session
(07 Mar 2017)
Highlighting the challenges of developing and managing such partnerships and opportunities for pathways to impact
Undergraduate Prospectus and course listings 2018 now online
(07 Mar 2017)
The Undergraduate Prospectus and course listings are now live on the University’s website
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Quatuor Danel
(07 Mar 2017)
On Thursday 9 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
International Women's Day - FREE lunchtime concert
(08 Mar 2017)
On Wednesday 8 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
10,000 Actions funding call ends today
(08 Mar 2017)
Last chance to apply for funding for your amazing ideas
Book your place for the March Social Media Surgery
(08 Mar 2017)
The next Social Media Surgery takes place on March 23 between 10am and 12.30pm
Ballroom and Latin for Beginners: Free Taster Sessions
(08 Mar 2017)
On Wednesday 8 March at the Martin Harris Centre
Ancient reptile mystery solved as two extinct species found to be the same
(08 Mar 2017)
Scientists delve through centuries-old records to identify species
Taking action on Staff Survey issues
(08 Mar 2017)
Faculty of Humanities
London launch for new Manchester-led policy commission
(08 Mar 2017)
Researchers urged to take the chance to shape Government thinking
Kaye Mitchell "In Conversation" with George Saunders
(08 Mar 2017)
On Friday 17 March, 6.30pm, at Waterstones
Beat the Bogle – and raise charity cash
(08 Mar 2017)
Take the walk or support the strollers
WATCH: Author’s tale of terrifying witch hunt
(08 Mar 2017)
Beth Underdown cites campus as a great place to create amazing work
QS World University Rankings
(08 Mar 2017)
Global subject rankings place Manchester among the elite
Rail strike on Monday, 13 March
(08 Mar 2017)
Industrial action likely to cause significant disruption to rail services
Give and Gain 2017
(08 Mar 2017)
Develop your team through volunteering - in a new way
One week left to nominate your community heroes
(08 Mar 2017)
Who do you know could be Volunteer of the Year?
WATCH: Taking action from Staff Survey feedback
(09 Mar 2017)
Improving senior leadership and two-way communications
Quatuor Danel Evening Concert with Sarah Leonard (soprano)
(09 Mar 2017)
On Friday 10 March, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Staff benefits update – 8 March 2017
(09 Mar 2017)
This week we have florist discounts for Mother’s Day!
Now Resolved: Loss of access to a number of services
(09 Mar 2017)
This morning, we identified that a number of services became unavailable (Note: this is now resolved)
University co-hosts roadshow on innovation in China
(09 Mar 2017)
Science and Innovation Network event
Manchester University Music Society Symphony Orchestra
(09 Mar 2017)
On Saturday 11 March, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Free eye examinations available at teaching clinic
(09 Mar 2017)
Book now for a free eye examination (eye test)
Box of Broadcasts Status Update Website introduced
(09 Mar 2017)
Box of Broadcasts is an extremely powerful, free service available to all staff and students provided by Media Services
Help raise funds for Comic Relief Red Nose Day
(10 Mar 2017)
Chance to win amazing prizes in aid of Comic Relief on 24 March
Important information about Oxford Road closed section
(10 Mar 2017)
The section of Oxford Road between Booth Street and Charles Street will re-open overnight on Sunday 19 March
Increase in offensive junk email
(10 Mar 2017)
As you may be aware, several members of University staff have experienced a substantial increase in junk email over the past few weeks
Runners unite with Olympic athlete Greg Rutherford at race launch
(10 Mar 2017)
Staff and students tell their inspiring running stories at official launch of the Great Manchester Run
RAG Week success raises hundreds for Equity and Merit Scholarships
(10 Mar 2017)
Staff v Students Quiz and Purple Pig Challenge will help outstanding students achieve their potential
Volunteer of the Year nominations end this week
(13 Mar 2017)
Last chance to celebrate our community-spirited colleagues
WATCH: The Life of Objects
(13 Mar 2017)
An exhibition of the unexpected at The John Rylands Library
University to lead project researching radicalisation
(13 Mar 2017)
New €5million international investigation into how and why young people become radicalised
Staff Survey prize winners announced
(13 Mar 2017)
Almost 30% of staff have had their say in the first week
Showcase your science in Einstein’s Garden
(13 Mar 2017)
Engaging activities needed for 20,000 revellers at Green Man Festival
Remembering Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, CBE
(14 Mar 2017)
How he and ‘the Manchester School’ set out to frighten the horses
Tuesday street food market returns to campus!
(14 Mar 2017)
Spring is in the air (hopefully) as the popular street food market returns on 7 March
Manchester Cancer Research Centre Open Day
(14 Mar 2017)
Join us on Saturday, 1 April to discover how research in Manchester is helping to beat cancer sooner
Bioenergy Comic Launch
(14 Mar 2017)
We are excited to launch a Bioenergy Comic on Tuesday, 21 March
SMART Manchester: IoT in Healthcare, Energy and Life Sciences
(14 Mar 2017)
Join us on Thursday, 4 May 2017 at 5.30 pm in Manchester Conference Centre to re-discover Manchester as the UK's IoT capital and a global model for a smarter city
Be Active! discounts for beginner runners
(14 Mar 2017)
Half price Be Active 8-week courses for complete beginner runners who sign up to the GMR10K between 10th March and the 4th April
Award-winning authors join Centre for New Writing
(14 Mar 2017)
Kamila Shamsie, Will Boast and Honor Gavin come “trailing clouds of glory”
Our Technical Apprenticeship Programme wins prestigious award
(14 Mar 2017)
Honoured for an amazing transformation – that also benefits the University
Diversity and inclusion at the heart of new student outcomes projects
(14 Mar 2017)
Funding received for two new schemes to improve outcomes for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students, those from low socio-economic groups and that experience mental ill health
Development programme specifically for staff with disabilities
(14 Mar 2017)
This established programme is aimed at staff who consider themselves to have a disability
Research IT grant support clinic
(15 Mar 2017)
A new series of sessions for researchers and academics
First brands sign up for University Green
(15 Mar 2017)
Terrific trio to locate in key redevelopment of Campus Masterplan
WATCH: Staff Survey meets Braveheart
(15 Mar 2017)
We asked Dean Jones to explain the importance of completing the Staff Survey
Acting US Ambassador to the UK visits campus
(16 Mar 2017)
Lewis Lukens looks at graphene research and discusses US-UK relationship with staff and students
BlackBoard unavailable on Friday, 24 March
(16 Mar 2017)
Short period of scheduled downtime to BlackBoard from 1am -5am GMT
Staff benefits update – 14 March 2017
(16 Mar 2017)
This week there is a great offer for Mother’s Day from The Body Shop!
Meetings that deliver results
(16 Mar 2017)
Staff Learning and Development are hosting a pilot half day course on Friday, 12 May
Ad Solem Chamber Choir
(16 Mar 2017)
On Friday 17 March, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Manchester University Wind Orchestra and String Orchestra
(17 Mar 2017)
On Saturday 18 March, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
The Ede & Ravenscroft Prize 2016: two winners recognised
(17 Mar 2017)
Two students have been recognised for going the extra mile during their summer internship
Blackboard unavailable on Sunday 19 March
(17 Mar 2017)
This scheduled maintenance is in addition to work being carried out on 24 March
Literature Live: Rory Gleeson, Alys Conran and Joey Connolly
(17 Mar 2017)
On Tuesday 28 March, 7pm, at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation
IT support during Kilburn Building refurbishment
(17 Mar 2017)
First phase of staff relocation this weekend
Junk email filtering – Update 1
(17 Mar 2017)
As you may be aware, the University is currently being hit by an extraordinary amount of junk email
Lane and footpath closure affecting Booth Street West
(17 Mar 2017)
MCC Highways has advised of a lane and footpath closure from Monday 20 March
Changes to childcare scheme
(17 Mar 2017)
Government made announcement in Spring Budget
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - The Michael Kahan Kapelye
(20 Mar 2017)
On Thursday 23 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Colin Bailey appointed President and Principal of QMUL
(20 Mar 2017)
Professor Colin Bailey, currently Deputy President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor at The University of Manchester and a leading researcher in structural engineering, will take up the post of President and Principal of Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) on 1 September 2017
The Manchester Graduate Internship Programme (MGIP) open
(20 Mar 2017)
If you need a recruitment solution to a short-term vacancy then the University’s own Manchester Graduate Internship Programme (MGIP) could be your answer
WATCH: Ride the Purple Wave to glory!
(20 Mar 2017)
Get fit, have fun and make a difference with your campus buddies on the Great Manchester 10k Run
Next round of Staff Survey winners announced
(20 Mar 2017)
Over 40% of staff have now had their say
Taking action on Staff Survey issues
(21 Mar 2017)
Focus on the Library
Manchester Music talk
(21 Mar 2017)
Library staff member and local historian Peter Wadsworth will be giving a free talk on Strawberry Studios
Manchester’s Robot Orchestra in bid to replace pop sensation Ed Sheeran
(21 Mar 2017)
A Robot Orchestra based at The University of Manchester proved it had the X-Factor after being talent-spotted by BBC Radio 1 in a challenge to see if robots could replace pop star Ed Sheeran
CLASS Network Conference 2017
(21 Mar 2017)
Half-day networking meeting for all PSS on Wednesday, 12 April
Comic Relief cake sale
(21 Mar 2017)
Fundraising events taking place on Friday 24 March
FREE concert - Storm in a Teacup: Tempestuous Music by Baroque Composers
(21 Mar 2017)
Friday 24 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
The Manchester Institute of Education to partner with Teach First
(21 Mar 2017)
The institute is one of seven institutions to have been chosen to partner with education charity Teach First to deliver its enhanced Leadership Development Programme (LDP)
The University of Manchester Chorus, Symphony Orchestra and The Cosmo Singers
(21 Mar 2017)
On Saturday 25 March, 7.30pm, at the Whitworth Hall
Making a Difference Awards shortlist announced
(22 Mar 2017)
A big thank you to all those who entered the Making a Difference Awards 2017
WATCH: How your donations could help City of Trees
(22 Mar 2017)
Beth Kelsall from one of our Staff Survey nominated charities talks about their work
Book your place on this month's HEI seminar
(22 Mar 2017)
This month features Director of Finance Stephen Dauncey
Manchester Museum responds to refugee crisis with its latest acquisition
(22 Mar 2017)
Life jacket on display as part of new project
Staff benefits update
(22 Mar 2017)
We have a great new offer from a beauty salon in the Northern Quarter, travel and motoring discounts plus more!
Free MOOC on ancient Egypt launches
(22 Mar 2017)
This 5-week course explores the art, the archaeology, the texts and the technology of Egyptian weapons and warfare
Join artist Megan Powell for a Thursday Late
(22 Mar 2017)
After the Bees - A Fable for Tomorrow takes place on Thursday 30 March at the Manchester Museum
WATCH: Taking action on Staff Survey issues
(23 Mar 2017)
Improving staff wellbeing
Police update following incident in London
(23 Mar 2017)
UK national threat level remains at ‘Severe: An attack is highly likely’
Enjoy some live music at Christie's Bistro this Friday
(23 Mar 2017)
Local duo The Notes will be in the Bistro from 3pm until 6pm
Gold standard for University’s sustainable travel
(23 Mar 2017)
TfGM awards University in new Travel Choices accreditation scheme
MICRA annual public lecture: 'Ready for Ageing Now?'
(23 Mar 2017)
This year's speaker is Lord Geoffrey Filkin CBE, Chair of the Centre for Ageing Better
Junk email filtering – Update 2
(24 Mar 2017)
Work continues on upgrading our junk email filtering system
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Quatuor Danel
(27 Mar 2017)
On Thursday 30 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
WATCH: The pride of the Purple Wave
(27 Mar 2017)
University colleague Daniel Taylor describes his “immense pride” running the Great Manchester Run
Staff Survey 2017 prize draw announced
(27 Mar 2017)
Over 50% of staff have had their say
World Autism Awareness Week
(27 Mar 2017)
Families praise Manchester Museum’s early opening sessions
Taking action on Staff Survey issues
(28 Mar 2017)
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Manchester University Big Band (MUBB)
(28 Mar 2017)
On Thursday 30 March, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Chance to win Olympian goodies!
(28 Mar 2017)
Retweet the Purple Wave’s message and win T-shirt and water bottle signed by Greg Rutherford
Foodie Tuesdays are back!
(28 Mar 2017)
The popular Levenshulme street food market is on Humanities Bridgeford Street
Silly sports and cake bonanza raises funds for Comic Relief
(28 Mar 2017)
The Whitworth Hall hosted competitive PSS staff taking part in egg and spoon, ping pong, paper islands and much more
Research aims to demonstrate value of our parks
(28 Mar 2017)
Public parks have provided generations of urban dwellers with havens in their towns and cities
bluedot announces this year's science programme
(28 Mar 2017)
Festival set for scientific voyage from the Antarctic to the depths of space via all points between
Free event: Murder and the Making of English CSI
(28 Mar 2017)
A discussion seminar with Professor Ian Burney and visiting cultural historian of medicine Michael Sappol
Your views on the future structure of the Faculty of Science and Engineering
(29 Mar 2017)
Submit your views by Friday, 31 March 2017
WATCH: How your donations could help Moodswings
(29 Mar 2017)
Andy Staton from one of our Staff Survey nominated charities talks about their work
Fake "Outlook Action Required" email
(29 Mar 2017)
Know how to deal with phishing emails
Quatuor Danel with David Fanning
(29 Mar 2017)
On Friday 31 March, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Launch of new staff discounts platform
(29 Mar 2017)
Wider Plan to replace Perkz for high street discounts and corporate benefits
Triggering Article 50
(29 Mar 2017)
Statement from the President and Vice-Chancellor
Scholarship celebrates ten years of transforming communities
(29 Mar 2017)
More than 200 Equity and Merit Scholars are making a difference to our world
Postgraduate Research Experience Survey launches next week
(29 Mar 2017)
Encourage your research students to have their say from Monday, 3 April
Staff benefits update – 29 March 2017
(29 Mar 2017)
Easter will soon be here and we have a bumper issue for you!
FREE lunchtime concert - New Sounds from Manchester
(30 Mar 2017)
On Friday 31 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Over £5,000 raised for charity
(30 Mar 2017)
Over £5,000 has been raised for the three chosen Staff Survey charities so far
Prize draw winner takes time out for pampering
(30 Mar 2017)
Moyra James, Instructional Designer and Learning Technologist from Alliance Manchester Business School, won a £250 voucher in the Staff Survey prize draw
NGI hosts UK Pavilion fact-finding mission
(30 Mar 2017)
Commissioner leading UK’s representation at international energy expo visited the National Graphene Institute
Appointment of new Director of University College for Interdisciplinary Learning
(31 Mar 2017)
Professor Cathy McCrohan of the School of Biological Sciences will take up the position from August 2017
Students selected for English Universities Squad
(31 Mar 2017)
Seven students have been chosen for the hockey, football and rugby teams
Junk email filtering - Update 3
(31 Mar 2017)
Work is progressing as expected on our junk email filtering system