News archive – October 2017
Live LinkedIn Q&A with Dr Angela Strank (BP)
02 Oct 2017
BP's Chief Scientist, Dr Angela Strank, will be answering your questions live on LinkedIn
I have a story…
02 Oct 2017
See our graduate, Afghan refugee Gulwali Passarlay give his inspiring Foundation Lecture – From a War Zone to the Lecture Theatre
Casualty! A Twentieth Century History
02 Oct 2017
From under-sourced backwater space to high-tech environment with specialised staff and services
Rail strikes this week
02 Oct 2017
Northern Rail commuters to be affected by strikes on Tuesday, 3 and Thursday, 5 October
Manchester in Stitches raise funds for families in need
02 Oct 2017
Come to the next sale – get unique Christmas gifts and support a good cause
WATCH: Student earns recognition from Prime Minister
02 Oct 2017
Medic and founder of life-changing medical charity The Little Things, Rathaven Gunaratnarajah named a Point of Light
IT Services Business Plan 2017/18 – now available
03 Oct 2017
Enabling excellence and driving digital - see what IT Services' plans are for the coming academic year
Thinking of becoming a School Governor?
03 Oct 2017
Come along to find out more on Tuesday, 17 October 12.15pm at the Arthur Lewis Building G35/36
Lemn needs you in his film
03 Oct 2017
Your chance to be involved in the ‘Making a Difference’ film with Lemn Sissay
Try before you buy fitness taster sessions
03 Oct 2017
Get the chance to try a new activity from our extensive list of classes
03 Oct 2017
Graphene could help reduce the energy cost of producing heavy water and decontamination in nuclear power plants by over one hundred times compared with current technologies, University of Manchester research indicates.
University cycling community celebrates 10 years of delivering change
03 Oct 2017
UMBUG will be celebrating their 10th anniversary of promoting cycling at the University at the next Corridor monthly cycle event taking place on Wednesday, 4 October
Take part in a 5-minute survey on university reputation
03 Oct 2017
The Knowledge Partnership, an independent market research company, will be conducting the research on behalf of us and nine other Russell Group universities
Sixty Second Skills
03 Oct 2017
There is still chance to sign up!
Join the Wellbeing Choir!
03 Oct 2017
Our staff wellbeing choir welcomes all abilities, beginners welcome - join us on Wednesdays from 18 October
Be a Science Star at Science Spectacular 2017
04 Oct 2017
The Manchester Science Festival is coming and we're playing host to our annual family science fun day: Science Spectacular!
Thanks for getting involved with AskMe this year!
04 Oct 2017
With our new students now settling in to the first few weeks of teaching, we wanted to thank the record number of staff that wore their AskMe badges and contributed to the buzz on campus in September
Postgraduate Research Open Day on Wednesday, 25 October
04 Oct 2017
Help promote this event to our current students and offer-holders
IT events for researchers in October
04 Oct 2017
Free events for all University of Manchester researchers
University and College Union vote regarding industrial action
04 Oct 2017
Read the University’s response to UCU ballot result
Share your thoughts on inspirational BAME people throughout history
04 Oct 2017
As part of Black History Month, the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team want to feature your stories on inspirational black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) figures
Wood Street Mission lottery winner
04 Oct 2017
Announcing the winner of the October 2017 draw
Bone density screening available at Sugden Sports Centre
04 Oct 2017
The Sugden Sports Centre will be hosting a day of bone density screening on Monday, 23 October
It was a beautiful life…
05 Oct 2017
See our graduate, Afghan refugee Gulwali Passarlay give his inspiring Foundation Lecture – From a War Zone to the Lecture Theatre
Last few remaining tickets available for An Evening of Poetry with Lemn Sissay
05 Oct 2017
Chancellor Lemn Sissay will be performing a selection of new and favourite poems from his recent Canongate collection, Gold from the Stone
Still time to get a University desk calendar!
05 Oct 2017
Hundreds of you have already got one and we have a limited stock remaining
Safety appeal to cyclists and others on Oxford Road
05 Oct 2017
Whether you catch the bus, drive, cycle or walk, it’s time to think and act differently
Staffing Changes in FSE Faculty Office
05 Oct 2017
Latest update
Staff benefits update – 5 October 2017
05 Oct 2017
Save 15% with Snow & Rock, Cycle Surgery and Runners Need and join The Gym on Portland Street for a reduced rate!
Film festival shines a light on Jewish history and culture
05 Oct 2017
The UK International Jewish Film Festival celebrates its 21st birthday with a vibrant and creative line-up of more than 70 new international drama, documentary and short films
Lunchtime treats at Tuesday street market
06 Oct 2017
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market is back on campus
Volunteers needed for food bank fundraising
06 Oct 2017
Manchester Central Food bank are looking for volunteers to help at a number of upcoming fundraising events
Smartphones new weapon in war against anxiety
06 Oct 2017
Call for Aurora Mentors - developing future leaders for higher education
09 Oct 2017
Launched in November 2013, Aurora is the Leadership Foundation’s women-only leadership development programme
There is no ‘i’ in Concerto Grosso…
09 Oct 2017
Exploring Teamwork in the Eighteenth-Century Concerto Grosso
Welcome to our Business and Administration apprentices
09 Oct 2017
Eight new apprentices join the Faculty of Science and Engineering
Send your junk email to IT Services
09 Oct 2017
The University’s email system ‘learns’ how to handle junk email, thanks to your input
Take part in a 5-minute survey on university reputation
10 Oct 2017
The Knowledge Partnership, an independent market research company, will be conducting the research on behalf of us and nine other Russell Group universities
Take part in Manchester Migration Month this October
10 Oct 2017
We’re hosting a Manchester Migration Month across the University with a series of events, activities, blogs and features that explore migration's relationship with inequalities, social justice, belonging and Brexit
The University of Manchester Magazine online now!
10 Oct 2017
Read all about the revolutionary spirit that defines our University in Issue 7
Clear out or update your wardrobe with the Rutherford SWISH!
10 Oct 2017
Put these dates in your diaries for the popular clothes swap events
Active gaming is good for brain health and memory, finds study
10 Oct 2017
Video games which involve physical activity significantly boost our brain health as we get older, according to new research led by University of Manchester experts
Manchester Confucius Institute launches choir
10 Oct 2017
The Manchester Confucius Institute is launching its very own choir to give native and non-native speakers of Mandarin a chance to meet new people, find a new hobby and practice their second language through singing
ResLife Advisor Vacancies
10 Oct 2017
Postgraduate students and staff are welcome to apply
Oxford Road bank closures
10 Oct 2017
Both Natwest and Lloyds Bank have now closed their branches on Oxford Road
WATCH: No barriers, no boundaries
11 Oct 2017
New film demonstrates our commitment to widening participation
WATCH: Our Foundation Day celebrations today
11 Oct 2017
Visit the live link to watch our graduate, Afghan refugee Gulwali Passarlay give his inspiring Foundation Lecture – From a War Zone to the Lecture Theatre
Do You Sit on a Promotions Committee or Help Staff Applying for Promotion?
11 Oct 2017
Teaching and Learning in Promotions: Training for the New Criteria
Interested in spending time teaching or training in another European country?
11 Oct 2017
The International Programmes Office is once again distributing Erasmus funding for staff mobility
Academic P&DR Reviewer Training
11 Oct 2017
Do you conduct P&DR's for Academic Staff and would like training to support you as a Reviewer?
Tell your students about our Volunteering and Social Justice Fair
11 Oct 2017
Students and staff welcome to meet a diverse range of charities and find volunteering opportunities
Shareholdings published as part of Socially Responsible Investment Policy
11 Oct 2017
Following the announcement in May of significant changes to its Socially Responsible Investment Policy (SRIP), the University has published a quarterly snapshot of investment shareholdings for the first time
Jessica tells her higher education career story to the AUA
11 Oct 2017
In an interview for the Association of University Administrators, Research Support Officer Jessica Napthine-Hodgkinson tells her career story
Show your support for the Wear Red Day campaign
11 Oct 2017
Each October Show Racism the Red Card (SRtRC) holds its annual Wear Red Day, an initiative supported by the University and College Union
Alistair Hudson is new Director for the Whitworth and Manchester Art Gallery
11 Oct 2017
Champion for art as a tool for social change and education takes major Manchester role
WATCH: Foundation Day 2017
12 Oct 2017
"We are Manchester and this is Manchester University and we will not be turned by hate."
Staff benefits update – 12 October 2017
12 Oct 2017
There are some family friendly offers to help with half term, opportunities to enjoy savings on European Christmas markets with Super Break and save 15% with Cycle Surgery
There's still time to donate your unwanted tins
12 Oct 2017
We’re collecting tins or packets of food to benefit Manchester-based charity Lifeshare
New interactive tree trail launches with photo competition
12 Oct 2017
Budding photographers are invited to take part in a competition celebrating the University’s new interactive tree trail which goes live today
Time and Space in China: The Urban World of Beijing in Photographs
12 Oct 2017
The Confucius Institute is launching this photographic exhibition at the North Foyer, Samuel Alexander Building on Monday, 16 October 2017 at 3pm
Help us mark World Antibiotics Awareness Week
12 Oct 2017
The University Flagship Programme ‘One Student, One Campus, One Life – Action on Antibiotic Drug Resistance’ are holding a number of events to mark World Antibiotics Awareness Week and European Antibiotic Awareness Day.
Lunchtime treats at Tuesday street market
13 Oct 2017
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market is on campus at Humanities Bridgeford Street
Literature Live: Colette Bryce and Tara Bergin - Manchester Literature Festival
13 Oct 2017
On Monday 16 October, 8pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Save the date for She's the Business event
13 Oct 2017
A one-day event to inspire and support women with making great ideas a reality
Difficulty in estimating serious preventable events in primary care
13 Oct 2017
In hospitals, such events, known as ‘Never Events’, include operations where something went wrong (e.g. wrong limb amputated) or inadvertent administration of drug overdoses, already require mandatory reporting in hospitals.
Kamila Shamsie in conversation with Jeanette Winterson
13 Oct 2017
On Tuesday 17 October, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre, part of the Manchester Literature Festival
Industrial Action by University and College Union (UCU) Members
13 Oct 2017
To University and College Union (UCU) Members
Our Heritage, Our Future: Celebrating Black History Month
13 Oct 2017
The Faculty of Science and Engineering celebrate Black History Month with a unique event
Manchester University Music Society Symphony Orchestra
16 Oct 2017
On Saturday 21 October, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Gordon Crosse 80th Birthday Free Celebratory Concert
16 Oct 2017
On Sunday 22 October, 2pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Step up to the challenge – and help heart research
16 Oct 2017
University researchers get data from new campaign to get people across the North moving
Fantastic four receive prestigious Fellowships
16 Oct 2017
Each new distinguished Fellow recognised for outstanding and impactful contributions
University colleague becomes 110th President of the Aristotelian Society
16 Oct 2017
Samuel Hall Professor of Philosophy, Helen Beebee takes prestigious role
Take part in a 5-minute survey on university reputation
17 Oct 2017
The Knowledge Partnership, an independent market research company, will be conducting the research on behalf of us and nine other Russell Group universities
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Turton Consort
17 Oct 2017
On Thursday 19 October, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Volunteering and Social Justice Fair at Academy 1 today (Tuesday, 17 October)
17 Oct 2017
Meet a diverse range of charities and find volunteering opportunities
Manchester Museum wins The Climate smART Award
17 Oct 2017
Honour for Climate Control exhibition, developed as part of Manchester’s time as European City of Science
Environmental sustainability funding call for staff
17 Oct 2017
The 10,000 Actions fund is open
Support for women and men returning from maternity, paternity or adoption leave
17 Oct 2017
Staff Learning & Development and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team are offering men and women returners from maternity, paternity and adoption leave the opportunity to get together at a peer support group
Astronomers find black hole in Sagittarius constellation
17 Oct 2017
An international team of astronomers led The University of Manchester have found evidence of a new ‘missing-link’ black hole in the Milky Way galaxy, hidden in the Sagittarius constellation.
Aquatics Centre Car Park closure on Saturday, 21 October
17 Oct 2017
Due to electrical installations the NCP Aquatics Centre Car Park will be closed
Get fit for Christmas with UniFit's 8-week transformation challenge!
17 Oct 2017
An opportunity for staff who want to lose up to a stone, tone up those wobbly bits and feel energised and confident again in time for Christmas
Changes to pedestrian and cycle routes near Aquatics Centre Car Park
18 Oct 2017
Please be aware we have made necessary changes to both the pedestrian and cycle routes between Aquatics Centre Car Park and Alan Turing Building
Manchester University Music Society Public Lunchtime Concert - Jazz Showcase
18 Oct 2017
On Friday 20 October, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Kyle D Evans - Born to Sum (Manchester Science Festival)
18 Oct 2017
On Monday 23 October, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Upcoming events with UMSA
18 Oct 2017
The University of Manchester Staff Association (UMSA) have a great series of events upcoming for staff to participate in.
Humanities lecturer wins prestigious teaching prize
18 Oct 2017
Dr Olga Onuch awarded the Political Studies Association (PSA) new entrant Bernard Crick teaching prize
Staff benefits update – 18 October 2017
18 Oct 2017
Last minute half term and Halloween offers, savings on beauty treatments, health plans and pick of the week from Wider Wallet for you
Pedestrian and cycle route closure at Sackville Street
18 Oct 2017
From 23 October until 6 November the route under the Mancunian Way will be closed due to ongoing construction works
IT login is changing
18 Oct 2017
The way in which all staff and postgraduate research students login to their computers will change from Tuesday 21 November.
Andy Burnham awarded for his leadership after Manchester terror attack
18 Oct 2017
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham is this year’s recipient of the Doubleday Award
Take part in social media challenge for Black History Month
18 Oct 2017
#MagnifyMyMap is a social media challenge running through October to reveal and learn something new about the history of Black, Asian and Minority ethnic groups and their culture
How inclusive is our University?
19 Oct 2017
Take the survey for Stonewall Workplace Equality Index and see if we can hit the Top 100 again
Public Engagement Funding Event
19 Oct 2017
A cross-faculty event about public engagement on Friday, 3 November
Awards celebrate the success of record number of Greater Manchester care leavers
19 Oct 2017
On 17 October the RNCM hosted the 5th Annual Greater Manchester Care Leaver Awards
University and Unilever launch collaborative project
19 Oct 2017
New research aims to embed digital tools in formulated product manufacture
Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre celebrates key milestone
20 Oct 2017
Set to open its doors next year, the new £60m Centre will accelerate the commercial pace of graphene and two-dimensional materials in Manchester
University in major partnership with BBC and other UK universities
20 Oct 2017
Five-year research partnership to unlock potential of data
Theatre group teams up with University to put migration in the spotlight
20 Oct 2017
University researchers have teamed up with a theatre group to shine a light on the issue of migration
Volunteers needed for next Pint of Science Festival
20 Oct 2017
A three day festival taking place across Manchester where scientists are brought to the pub to share their research with the public
Lunchtime treats at Tuesday street market
20 Oct 2017
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market is on campus at Humanities Bridgeford Street
Senate election result
20 Oct 2017
A casual vacancy on Senate had arisen, and an election has been held to fill this position
Science Policy under Thatcher lecture
20 Oct 2017
The 2017 Fred Jevons Science Policy Lecture will be delivered Jon Agar on 3 November 2017
20 Oct 2017
A new study by University of Manchester researchers, published on World Asthma Day (2 May), has probed the features that both patients and healthcare professionals want from an asthma management app.
Are you an HE social media superstar?
20 Oct 2017
Jisc are on the lookout for the most social media-savvy people in higher education
Manchester to Speak Up and Stand Up to harassment and hate crime
20 Oct 2017
The University of Manchester and University of Manchester Students’ Union have received funding to co-produce an active bystander campaign that will encourage fellow students to safely speak out against harassment and hate crime
Encourage our students to attend the Go Abroad Fair
20 Oct 2017
Takes place on 24 October from 11am to 4pm outside University Place
Support for new mums and dads
22 Oct 2017
Peer group for staff returning from maternity, paternity or adoption leave
PSS staffing changes
23 Oct 2017
Update on PSS staffing changes in the Faculty of Science and Engineering
Get cyber-savvy and learn from the experts
23 Oct 2017
Guest speakers from Greater Manchester Police and the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit will once again share their insights into the underworld of cybercrime, its victims, and their advice on staying safe online.
New Tax Offence
24 Oct 2017
Important information for staff regarding tax evasion
Staff wear red to support anti-racism campaign
24 Oct 2017
On Friday, 20 October 'Show Racism the Red Card' (SRtRC) held its annual Wear Red Day
Looking for a creative lunch break? 'Break the News' with Manchester Museum
24 Oct 2017
Ever wanted to re-write the news? Sick of fake news, bad news or dull news?
24 Oct 2017
Free eye examinations at University teaching clinic
25 Oct 2017
Book now for a free eye test at our teaching clinic which is available to staff, students and the general public
Spotlight on a decade of grime music
25 Oct 2017
The Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Race Relations Resource Centre is working with Eithne Quinn from the American Studies department to build a brand new library resource, focusing on themes of hip hop, grime, spoken word, education and social justice
Free contact lens fittings and check-ups
26 Oct 2017
Students in the final year of their optometry degree provide a clinical service as part of their training
Environmental Sustainability Celebration and Supplier Awards
26 Oct 2017
Our flagship environmental sustainability annual event takes place on 8 November
WATCH: The Precinct bridge being demolished in fifty seconds
26 Oct 2017
The demolition of the University Precinct bridge during August has been condensed into a 50-second time lapse video which staff can see today for the first time
GDI's Annual Lecture to be livestreamed on Facebook
26 Oct 2017
The Global Development Institute is pleased that Professor Dani Rodrik of Harvard University will be giving this year's Annual Lecture
MANTIS Festival
27 Oct 2017
On Saturday 28 - Sunday 29 October at the Martin Harris Centre
Lunchtime treats at Tuesday street market
27 Oct 2017
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market is on campus at Humanities Bridgeford Street
27 Oct 2017
Paul takes on epic Run Round the Residences challenge for local Christmas appeal
27 Oct 2017
From midday on 30 November to midday on 1 December, Accommodation Office Manager Paul Burns is going to run for 24 hours
Industrial action to affect Arriva North West passengers
27 Oct 2017
Arriva North West has announced that industrial action will take place by drivers and engineers on Monday, 30 October
Devices assembled from 2D materials separate different salts in seawater
27 Oct 2017
2-dimensional materials have been successfully assembled into devices with the smallest possible man made holes for water desalination
Panel Discussion in London on tech entrepreneurship
27 Oct 2017
Hear from alumni who’ve turned great ideas into successful businesses in the quickly evolving digital sphere
Postgraduate Taught Open Day on Wednesday, 22 November
30 Oct 2017
Help promote the event to our current students and offer-holders
Changing how we login - act now to get set up
30 Oct 2017
The University’s Cyber Security Programme is adding an extra layer of IT security which will change the way all Staff and Postgraduate Research Students login (whether on or off campus)
Diane Coyle wins Indigo Prize for economics
31 Oct 2017
Prize challenges entrants to consider how to measure economic activity in a 21st century economy
Tell us about racial equality on campus
31 Oct 2017
University needs your feedback for Race Equality Charter Award
Ever wanted to try group personal training? Sign up for free taster session
31 Oct 2017
UniFit offer an affordable alternative to personal training with the convenience of classes held here on campus
Arctic expedition to uncover the secrets of an ancient and mysterious shark
31 Oct 2017