News archive – September 2017
Centre for New Writing students publish anthology of new writing
(01 Sep 2017)
The Manchester Anthology 2017 will be launched on Thursday 7 September at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation
News and updates from Media Services
(01 Sep 2017)
Over the summer, there have been significant upgrades to audio visual facilities across campus
Martin Harris Centre Autumn 2017 Season Announced
(04 Sep 2017)
The Centre is a performance space at the heart of the campus with a varied programme of arts events, many of which are free
The countdown to the Sustainability Challenge begins!
(04 Sep 2017)
8,000 students, 9 buildings, 1 day, 2 weeks to go - The Sustainability Challenge is on Tuesday, 19 September
Research Data Storage maintenance
(04 Sep 2017)
We’re performing upgrades and maintenance on the central Research Data Storage (RDS) system, which is sometimes known as Isilon
Students aim to create the world’s first spaceplane
(04 Sep 2017)
Watch Professor Brian Cox on his latest BBC TV programme
(05 Sep 2017)
The 21st Century Race for Space starts tonight (Tuesday) on BBC2 from 9pm
Bus gates on Oxford Road now fully operational
(05 Sep 2017)
Motorists are reminded that Oxford Road’s bus gates are fully operational from Monday, 4 September
Make a date for the Students' Union reopening
(05 Sep 2017)
Biko Street opens on 13 September at the Students' Union - join us for a £2 lunch!
Vital Topics: In Conversation with Richard Solomons
(05 Sep 2017)
The event is on Thursday, 28 September at Alliance Manchester Business School East from 5:45pm until 8pm with the outgoing chief executive of International Hotels Group (IHG)
Take part in a 5-minute survey on university reputation
(05 Sep 2017)
The Knowledge Partnership, an independent market research company, will be conducting the research on behalf of us and nine other Russell Group universities
Wood Street Mission lottery winner
(05 Sep 2017)
Announcing the winner of the September 2017 draw
WATCH: AskMe is back!
(06 Sep 2017)
Give our new students a warm welcome
Staff benefits update – 6 September 2017
(06 Sep 2017)
This week there are some great new discounts and highlights of some of our popular benefits and payroll giving scheme!
50 Years of Pulsars
(06 Sep 2017)
Jodrell Bank celebrates the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the first pulsar
Festival of new cinema, digital culture and art in Peak District National Park
(06 Sep 2017)
In 100 million years, what will the geology on the site of an abandoned server farm be like?
Christie’s Bistro reopens after summer maintenance works
(06 Sep 2017)
New menus, new coffee and a new look!
Feedback workshops for technical staff
(06 Sep 2017)
TEaM (Technical Excellence at Manchester) is the staff network dedicated to raising the profile of technical staff
Greenhouse Cafe shortlisted for sustainable restaurant award
(06 Sep 2017)
The Greenhouse Cafe on the ground floor of the George Kenyon Building is popular with staff and students alike
Rwanda’s youngest government minister
(06 Sep 2017)
Scholarship student becomes Rwanda’s youngest ever government minister
Is your Blackboard course ready for Start of Year?
(07 Sep 2017)
This is a reminder about the annual process of activating and preparing your Blackboard course space (Bb course) ready for Start of Year (SoY)
Alumni volunteer wins prestigious CASE Europe award
(07 Sep 2017)
Hian Seng Tang recognised for promoting the connection between the Asia-Pacific region and our University
Staff Survey 2017 update
(07 Sep 2017)
Action planning well underway
(07 Sep 2017)
University of Manchester researchers together with their UK and overseas collaborators have found out that more than one third of 1,400 people with high blood pressure have not been taking their blood pressure medication.
Ballroom and Latin for Beginners
(08 Sep 2017)
Lunchtime dance class for beginners starts Wednesday 27 September, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Don’t bin your tins!
(08 Sep 2017)
We’re collecting tins or packets of food to benefit Manchester-based charity Lifeshare
Celebrate Cycle to Work Day with Dr Bike and prizes
(08 Sep 2017)
Join in the nationwide celebration of cycling on Wednesday, 13 September
Submissions now open for Cheltenham Science Festival 2018
(08 Sep 2017)
Cheltenham Science Festival is a 6-day programme of shows, talks, workshops, interactive exhibits and more, held during June 2018
Extended student access to Blackboard
(08 Sep 2017)
Student access is now live
Step 9 of 12 - written by Rob Hayes and directed by Nick Clarke
(11 Sep 2017)
On Friday 22 September, 7pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
(11 Sep 2017)
Scientists have revealed that some of Earth’s atmosphere may have been brought to the planet by comets billions of years ago.
WATCH: The Search For A New Earth
(11 Sep 2017)
Professor Danielle George joins Professor Stephen Hawking in landmark BBC film
EPSRC Impact Acceleration Account Call for Proposals
(12 Sep 2017)
Call for proposals deadline is Wednesday, 18 October
Temporary changes to George Kenyon Square
(12 Sep 2017)
The landscaped area of George Kenyon Square between the IT building and the Alan Turing Building has been temporarily taken out of commission
Cyclists urged to dismount around Brunswick Park
(12 Sep 2017)
Keeping cyclists and pedestrians safe during Brunswick Park construction works
The Sustainability Seminar Series restarts this month
(12 Sep 2017)
The Sustainability Series is returning, starting with a seminar hosted by Tyndall Manchester
New exhibition on The Reformation opens at John Rylands Library
(12 Sep 2017)
Explore our exhibition and see a rare copy of Luther’s 95 theses, as well as a letter handwritten by Luther himself
University desk calendars out now!
(13 Sep 2017)
Get all set for the start the academic year with our popular planning tool
Students' Union reopening delayed
(13 Sep 2017)
Unfortunately Biko Street will not be open today due to an electricity failure
Shortlisted in the Times Higher Education Awards 2017
(13 Sep 2017)
Our lecture capture service gets nominated as Tech Innovation of the Year
It's Welcome Week!
(13 Sep 2017)
Let's make our new students feel at home here on campus
University launches Lemn Sissay Law Bursaries
(13 Sep 2017)
First of its kind bursary to address black and minority ethnic under-representation in higher education and the professions
North West Biotech Initiative is recruiting exceptional leaders
(13 Sep 2017)
Roles except Chair/Co-Chair are open to highly motivated undergraduates, master's students, early-stage professionals and post-doctoral researchers
Staff benefits update – 13 September 2017
(13 Sep 2017)
We have some great new offers to kick off autumn for you including a spa package at the Macdonald Hotel
Undergraduate Open Days - Saturday, 30 September & Saturday, 14 October
(13 Sep 2017)
With the undergraduate open days fast approaching, staff from across the University may be receiving queries as to what is taking place on the day
Professor Bina Agarwal wins prestigious Balzan Prize
(13 Sep 2017)
The Global Development Institute academic was recognised in the gender studies category for her “heroic” work studying women’s contributions to agriculture in India
Literature Live: Sinéad Morrissey and Douglas Dunn
(14 Sep 2017)
On Monday 9 October, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre. Part of Manchester Literature Festival.
University Public Engagement Framework launched
(14 Sep 2017)
The University has a long legacy of outstanding public engagement work and we want to build on this to support our staff and students
(14 Sep 2017)
The public are invited to download a free app to track their seasonal allergy symptoms and to help researchers understand more about why the frequency of allergies are increasing.
Lucy Swinton's head shave and 100K run fundraising challenge!
(14 Sep 2017)
Lucy is fundraising for two charities and donating her hair to the Little Princess Trust
Levenshulme Market returns to campus for tasty treats
(14 Sep 2017)
Levenshulme Market is kicking off the brand new academic year with a special night market on Saturday, 16 September from 4pm until 8pm on Bridgeford Street
Actively Managing Your Mood
(14 Sep 2017)
A 5-week course for staff starting Monday, 25 September
A Chinese theme this Saturday at the Museum
(15 Sep 2017)
Big Saturday at Manchester Museum will have Chinese art, origami, and poetry
Lane closure near Sackville Street for utility works
(15 Sep 2017)
Sackville Street will be down to one lane between Major Street and Portland Street
University ranked in THE's global top 50 for Arts and Humanities
(15 Sep 2017)
The University has increased its ranking by two places in the 2018 Times Higher Education World University Ranking for Arts and Humanities
Workshop for researchers interested in outreach activities
(15 Sep 2017)
A free public engagement training opportunity on engaging with secondary schools
Researchers into Management programme
(15 Sep 2017)
Our highly successful Researchers into Management programme is an Institute of Leadership and Management accredited course designed exclusively for research staff
Take part in a 5-minute survey on university reputation
(15 Sep 2017)
The Knowledge Partnership, an independent market research company, will be conducting the research on behalf of us and nine other Russell Group universities
Schuster Annexe proposals
(16 Sep 2017)
The proposals for the new extension to the physics and astronomy Schuster Building have been revealed
Change of name for Division of Student Life
(18 Sep 2017)
Now known as Division of Campus Life (DCL)
New test for childhood genetic disorders ‘transformational’
(18 Sep 2017)
The gruelling way doctors are often forced to diagnose a group of rare genetic disorders in children could be transformed by a new test developed by University of Manchester researchers.
The University of Manchester Distinguished Lecture 2017
(18 Sep 2017)
Join Professor Tim O’Brien on a journey and see how we came to understand our place in the universe
The Sustainability Challenge begins!
(19 Sep 2017)
8,000 students, 9 buildings, 1 day - The Sustainability Challenge is today (Tuesday, 19 September)
Explore China during free taster week
(19 Sep 2017)
Try out a range of language tasters, arts and craft activities and seminars at the Confucius Institute
Health and fitness classes this semester
(19 Sep 2017)
All the news on keeping fit and active this autumn
Bus strike threat
(19 Sep 2017)
Disruption to First Manchester passengers during every Monday of October if industrial action goes ahead
Biko Street is open!
(19 Sep 2017)
A new place for staff to eat and meet
Let’s celebrate Bi Visibility Day
(19 Sep 2017)
University to fly the flag - and more - on Saturday, 23 September
Share, inspire, involve…
(19 Sep 2017)
University launches its public engagement framework
Do schools outreach from your desk
(19 Sep 2017)
I'm a Scientist and I’m an Engineer are online STEM outreach competitions that get scientists and engineers talking about their work with school students across the UK
Take part in a 5-minute survey on university reputation
(19 Sep 2017)
The Knowledge Partnership, an independent market research company, will be conducting the research on behalf of us and nine other Russell Group universities
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(19 Sep 2017)
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Calling all potential science buskers!
(20 Sep 2017)
If you love science and engaging with the public then join our science busking team!
Free legal advice by appointment on campus
(20 Sep 2017)
The School of Law Legal Advice Centre is currently taking enquiries for appointments, starting later this month
Staff benefits update – 20 September 2017
(20 Sep 2017)
Offers this week from the University Language Centre, Pure Gym, Gro Company, the Palace Theatre and savings on travel!
Soccermatics: this year's Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Lecture
(20 Sep 2017)
This popular annual evening event hosted by the School of Mathematics will take place this year on Thursday, 19 October
WATCH: Our amazing Sustainability Challenge
(21 Sep 2017)
8,000 students, 9 buildings, 1 day – welcome to Manchester
Launch of new widening participation website for post-16 learners
(21 Sep 2017)
All our widening participation schemes are now grouped together under Access Manchester
Get fit for Christmas with Uni Fit!
(21 Sep 2017)
Get 2018 off to a flying start and receive a free 2 month membership to Uni Fit group training, worth over £100
Come to our Foundation Day Celebrations
(21 Sep 2017)
Graduate Gulwali Passarlay to give our prestigious Foundation Lecture – From a war zone to the lecture theatre
WATCH: Taking action on Staff Survey
(21 Sep 2017)
Senior leaders discuss key themes from each area of the University
"Forgiving is easy, forgetting is a different story"
(21 Sep 2017)
Opening Drama Production for the Autumn Season at the Martin Harris Centre on Friday 22 September, 7pm
(21 Sep 2017)
A University of Manchester test on the mucus lining of the intestine, performed in mice, has found changes in bacteria that could lead to inflammatory bowel disease 12 weeks earlier than previously possible through looking at stool samples, leading to the possibility of earlier diagnosis and better management of the disease in humans
University to mark NHS’s 70th Birthday with first shared social history
(21 Sep 2017)
The University will create a multimedia resource of the National Health Service, marking the institution’s 70th anniversary, thanks to £785k National Lottery funding
TfGM officially launches Oxford Road transformation plus bus priority scheme
(21 Sep 2017)
Key partners and stakeholders gathered today (Thursday, 21 September) to mark the completion of Oxford Road improvements and Greater Manchester’s Bus Priority Package
Tuesday street market back for lunchtime treats
(22 Sep 2017)
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market is back on campus
Science Uncovered Manchester
(22 Sep 2017)
European Researchers' Night at Manchester Museum
Call for Papers: World Symposium on Climate Change Communication, Manchester
(23 Sep 2017)
Communicating climate change across society
Combatting climate change through our buildings
(25 Sep 2017)
As we mark World Green Building Week, we look at steps taken to make our campus more sustainable
Ballroom and Latin for Beginners
(25 Sep 2017)
Lunchtime classes start Wednesday 27 September, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Trumpet Recital by Gary Farr
(25 Sep 2017)
On Thursday 28 September, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Bus and rail strike action
(25 Sep 2017)
Disruption to services in October
Macmillan Coffee Morning – including Chinese cuisine
(25 Sep 2017)
Help Alliance Manchester Business School celebrate its international credentials – and raise charity cash
Sixty Second Skills
(25 Sep 2017)
Sign up quick – and get the chance to win a prize!
New guidance on expenses claims and alcoholic drinks
(25 Sep 2017)
University’s Finance Committee has agreed some changes to our financial procedures
University holds annual Big Careers Fair
(25 Sep 2017)
Encourage our students to go along and meet over 140 leading employers
Free contact lens fittings and check-ups
(25 Sep 2017)
Students in the final year of their optometry degree provide a clinical service to members of the public as part of their training
Manchester University Music Society Welcome Concert
(26 Sep 2017)
On Sunday 1 October, 5pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
30 years of Black History Month: Where are we now?
(26 Sep 2017)
Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Staff Network Group and Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Race Relations Resource Centre host celebration
Dr Joanne Jordan nominated for Research in Film Awards
(26 Sep 2017)
Film explores Global Development Institute research on living with climate change through the eyes of Bangladeshi slum dwellers
Join the ResLife Team as a Deputy Residential Life Officer!
(26 Sep 2017)
An exciting opportunity to support students in halls
IT login performance issues
(26 Sep 2017)
At approximately 10am today (Tuesday 26 September), we noticed a significant decrease in the performance of IT logins through the central authentication service
Take part in a 5-minute survey on university reputation
(26 Sep 2017)
The Knowledge Partnership, an independent market research company, will be conducting the research on behalf of us and nine other Russell Group universities
YouTube used to demonstrate Chemistry's biggest breakthroughs
(27 Sep 2017)
YouTube brings to life some of the School of Chemistry's biggest scientific breakthroughs here at the University
Vote for your hard-working colleagues in IT Service Week!
(27 Sep 2017)
IT Service Week runs from Monday, 2 to Friday, 6 October
British Science Week 2018
(27 Sep 2017)
Would you like to be part of our Science Fair for British Science Week 2018?
Our Association of University Administrators wants you!
(27 Sep 2017)
Join the community for Higher Education professionals and enhance your career
Staff benefits update – 27 September 2017
(27 Sep 2017)
Cotswold Outdoor have extended their 15% discount and the Royal Exchange has a great new offer for you and a chance to win a pair of tickets!
Join the University's running community
(27 Sep 2017)
Meet colleagues, have fun, get fit
Welcome from Head of School
(27 Sep 2017)
A warm welcome to all of you and especially to those of you who are joining the School staff at this time.
Our Association of University Administrators wants you!
(28 Sep 2017)
Join the community for Higher Education professionals and enhance your career
Mindfulness drop in sessions
(28 Sep 2017)
Learn to manage stress differently
Eat cake for a good cause
(28 Sep 2017)
Join Manchester Student Homes for its Macmillan Coffee Morning
Launch of Work and Equalities Institute at Alliance Manchester Business School
(28 Sep 2017)
Developing new interdisciplinary approaches to address core policy and identify fair work and employment arrangements
We have more in common…
(28 Sep 2017)
Our Chancellor Lemn Sissay’s poem celebrates diverse community of Old Trafford
WATCH: Just the first of many poems…
(28 Sep 2017)
University hosts competition for local school students that inspires all of us to celebrate National Poetry Day
Our technology transfer company welcomes Dr Rick Watson
(28 Sep 2017)
Rick joins UMIP to engage with academic innovators and identify and assess our Intellectual Property for commercialisation
Completion of roadworks on Higher Cambridge Street
(28 Sep 2017)
Roadworks due to end on Monday (2 October) – thank you for your patience
3D digital model of ‘death drag’ left by prehistoric squid
(28 Sep 2017)
An international team of scientists have uncovered the amazing story of a 150 million year old fossil ‘squid’ and have digitally recreated the fossil using 3D modelling technology.
Tuesday street market back for lunchtime treats
(29 Sep 2017)
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market is back on campus
An Evening of Poetry with Chancellor Lemn Sissay
(29 Sep 2017)
Award-winning poet Lemn Sissay will be performing a selection of new and favourite poems on Saturday 7 October at the Martin Harris Centre.
New Director of Faculty Operations, Biology, Medicine and Health
(29 Sep 2017)