News archive – June 2019
UniLife - latest issue available online
(02 Jun 2019)
The June 2014 issue of the University newsletter is now online
Our School Governors Initiative reaches 1,000 milestone
(03 Jun 2019)
The Initiative, with a network of over 1,000 staff and alumni, celebrated the milestone figure recently at the Making A Difference Awards
Mediation support services at the University
(03 Jun 2019)
Mediation allows those involved to generate solutions to resolve their issues. How does a session work at the University?
Alumni Volunteers Month: Celebrating our community of volunteers
(03 Jun 2019)
This month, we’re celebrating the contribution that our community of over 8,000 alumni volunteers make across the globe.
Our University’s response to USS Trustee’s proposals
(03 Jun 2019)
Update on Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) consultation with employers for the 2018 actuarial valuation
Success at the Three Minute Thesis Competition
(03 Jun 2019)
An 80,000 word thesis would take nine hours to present – their time limit…three minutes!
The Stellify Award – all you need to know
(03 Jun 2019)
We have produced a crib sheet for staff, explaining the University’s most prestigious extra-curricular accolade
Staff Wellbeing Update
(03 Jun 2019)
Welcome to Joyful June
Explore the story of Peterloo
(03 Jun 2019)
Manchester Histories’ programme of events commemorates the protest, its legacy, and the future of democracy
Undergraduate open days
(03 Jun 2019)
Key information for our open days on Friday, 21 and Saturday, 22 June
Reminder - open meeting today with the University’s Senior Leadership Team
(04 Jun 2019)
Those unable to attend can watch the live stream, and a recording of the meeting will be available later this week
Alumni Volunteers Month: Celebrating our volunteers who improve employability
(04 Jun 2019)
On the second day of our Alumni Volunteers Month, we’re celebrating the alumni who volunteer to help us be among the best universities in the world for the employability of our students.
Hear authors talk about their latest work at Blackwell's bookshop
(04 Jun 2019)
Blackwell's would like to invite staff to attend some upcoming special events
Unearthing the hidden voices: intersectionalities in higher education
(04 Jun 2019)
A joint one-day national conference on the theme of intersectionality of disability, sexuality and gender identity and other identities
Wood Street Mission lottery winner
(04 Jun 2019)
Announcing the winner of the June 2019 draw
Modernising IT - find out more
(04 Jun 2019)
There is now a dedicated area where staff can find more information about the IT Modernisation programme here at The University of Manchester
The Staff Survey 2019 results are in!
(04 Jun 2019)
92% of staff consider the University a ‘good place to work’
Summer programme offered by the University Counselling Service
(04 Jun 2019)
A series of lunchtime sessions, many of them staff only
Join in mass bell ringing event as part of Manchester International Festival 19
(04 Jun 2019)
Artist Yoko Ono is calling on the public to take part in the opening event Bells for Peace
Staff Survey: One year on from the results being published
(05 Jun 2019)
Find our how your views are being put into action right across our University
Summer Sing-a-long Relaxed Performance - free and open to all!
(05 Jun 2019)
Friday 7 June 2019 at 11.30am, Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre
Alumni Volunteers Month: Introducing you to Manchester Day of Action
(05 Jun 2019)
On the third day of our Alumni Volunteers Month, we introduce you to our newest programme – Manchester Day of Action
Are you still using the Cisco or Shrew Soft Virtual Private Network?
(05 Jun 2019)
In November 2017, IT Services implemented a new VPN service called GlobalProtect (or OpenVPN for some versions of Linux) and they now intend to decommission the old Cisco and Shrew Soft VPN service
Watch – all staff open meeting
(05 Jun 2019)
Watch Tuesday’s all staff open meeting with the University’s Senior Leadership Team
Your chance to shape our University’s values
(05 Jun 2019)
Shape our University values
Proposed changes to the senior leadership structure in the University Libraries
(05 Jun 2019)
A message from Chris Pressler, University Librarian and Director of the John Rylands Library
Sign up - PSLT open meetings
(06 Jun 2019)
All staff invited to attend a meeting with Patrick Hackett and the Professional Services Leadership Team (PSLT)
Viewpoint blog: Our Global Influence
(06 Jun 2019)
Professor Luke Georghiou writes about an emerging theme in our strategic plan
A new way to say thank you
(06 Jun 2019)
Show your colleagues your appreciation with our new thank you scheme
Men’s Health Week 10th - 16th June
(06 Jun 2019)
Men we are with you!
Staff benefits update
(06 Jun 2019)
Start JoyFul June by looking at all the staff benefits, discounts and wellbeing services you can access
MECD Pilot Workspace open meeting
(06 Jun 2019)
Come along and find out more about the MECD Pilot Workspace in this interactive open meeting for staff on Tuesday, 11 June
IT Support Portal – Thank you for all your feedback so far
(06 Jun 2019)
We are modernising and improving the way we operate and deliver IT services
Free Library Choir lunchtime concerts at St Peter’s House
(06 Jun 2019)
The Library Choir will be performing two summer concerts on Tuesday, 11 June and Thursday, 20 June from 1.15pm-2pm
Autism-friendly early opening at Manchester Museum
(06 Jun 2019)
Join us for our early opening at the Museum aimed at children who have autism and other needs, along with their families and carers, and siblings
Intensive Mandarin summer school
(06 Jun 2019)
Registration now open at the Confucius Institute
Alumni Volunteers Month: Can alumni volunteers help you?
(07 Jun 2019)
We’re inviting you to learn more about how alumni volunteers can support your own projects
New leadership model - latest Grade 8 and 9 management appointments
(07 Jun 2019)
More progress towards achieving the new leadership model for the Directorate for the Student Experience and specific areas in the Faculties and Schools
Manchester team wins global Minus CO2 Challenge at EAGE 2019
(07 Jun 2019)
A team of Manchester students from the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (SEES) won the final of the global Minus CO2 Challenge
University becomes a Leader in Openness on Animal Research
(07 Jun 2019)
The University’s commitment to transparency regarding animal research recognised by national award
Understanding our University’s financial position
(07 Jun 2019)
Find out more about our financial performance for 2017/18
University shortlisted for Chartered Institute of PR Excellence Awards
(09 Jun 2019)
We were recognised for Our Future, our vision and strategic plan
Welcome to Men's Health Week 2019
(10 Jun 2019)
This week at UoM we are focusing on men’s health.
Your feedback leads to changes in our family policies
(10 Jun 2019)
University reviews its family policies to reflect staff feedback
How mediation can help working relationships
(10 Jun 2019)
University mediator, Anne O’Neill explains the benefits of mediation and why it differs to other workplace resolutions
Last few spaces: Virtual and Augmented Reality event
(10 Jun 2019)
The first VR and AR innovation community meeting at the University
WATCH: Innovative podcast gets on Soapbox to tell deaf people’s stories
(10 Jun 2019)
The inspiring life stories of deaf people from around the world, collected over ten years by a Manchester researcher, are to be explored in an innovative new podcast and public science event
My Manchester maintenance on 13 June
(11 Jun 2019)
Due to scheduled maintenance, some sections of My Manchester will be unavailable between 7am and 9am on Thursday 13 June:
Undergraduate open days in June
(11 Jun 2019)
Key open day information to know
Employee Engagement Masterclass
(11 Jun 2019)
Would you like to know more about employee engagement?
WATCH: We need to hear from you to help shape our University values
(11 Jun 2019)
Colleagues are invited to share their experiences of working at our University to help uncover a single set of University values that will feature in our new strategic plan
May Bank Holiday 2020 changed to a Friday
(11 Jun 2019)
Next year's early May bank holiday will be moved back to Friday, 8 May to coincide with the 75th anniversary of VE Day
Do you think your views have been acted on?
(12 Jun 2019)
Do you think enough is being done to tackle some of the issues highlighted in the Staff Survey 2013 – both at University level and in your own areas
FoodonCampus outlets summer opening
(12 Jun 2019)
As our students leave for the summer vacation period, some of our FoodonCampus outlets are closed or have revised opening hours
Opportunities to collaborate and innovate in online learning
(12 Jun 2019)
The next Manchester Online Learning Interest (MOLIG) event will take place on Thursday, 11 July at the Grand Hall, The Whitworth from 9am to 1pm
Boost your wellbeing with summer drop-in sessions for staff
(12 Jun 2019)
No need to book, just turn up
Wellbeing prize draw
(12 Jun 2019)
This month there are opportunities to win FriendinaBox gifts each week!
Upcoming open meetings with PSLT
(12 Jun 2019)
All staff are invited to attend two open meetings, and submit questions in advance
Staff wellbeing update
(13 Jun 2019)
On campus activities to keep you happy and healthy over the summer plus ways to save on bus fares and travel discounts!
National Blood Week 2019
(13 Jun 2019)
It is National Blood Week this week and it is a time that many people may want to consider giving a donation of blood for the first time.
Come to our Community Festival
(13 Jun 2019)
On Saturday, 15 June the University will be opening our doors to the local community
Be Active summer vacation courses
(13 Jun 2019)
The classes will run from the beginning of July until the end of August
Panel discussion on poetry by Late Nanak Singh
(14 Jun 2019)
The event will take place on Tuesday, 18 June from 6pm-8pm at Manchester Museum
Are you a postgraduate interested in blogging?
(14 Jun 2019)
Come along to the STEPs June drop-in session to find out more
Performance issues on network file storage
(14 Jun 2019)
Update on network storage performance issues
Call for summer graduation media stories
(18 Jun 2019)
Showcasing the achievements of our students
GEIC to host world’s first Graphene Hackathon
(18 Jun 2019)
Teams will compete to develop and prototype innovative ideas using conductive graphene inks
WATCH: President discusses new Vision and Purpose
(18 Jun 2019)
Latest developments in vision and strategic plan
Support for Shared Parental, Maternity, Paternity or Adoption Leave returners
(18 Jun 2019)
Staff Learning & Development and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team are offering parents returning from shared parental leave, maternity, paternity and adoption leave the opportunity to get together at a peer support group
“They gave their todays for our tomorrows”
(18 Jun 2019)
How House Services colleague Steve helps the British Legion – to thank them and his fellow former servicemen and women
Clothing drive for women's interview clothes
(18 Jun 2019)
The Atrium Green Impact Team is holding a clothing drive in aid of SmartWorks from 24 until 28 June
Response to University and College Union pensions letter
(19 Jun 2019)
Setting out our position on Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) contributions
University plans to address United Nations’ targets
(19 Jun 2019)
Our report focuses on key issues set out by the UN
Happy to talk flexible working
(19 Jun 2019)
Recruiting managers encouraged to consider whether roles can be undertaken flexibly when advertising new posts
Mowgli Street Food founder to speak at business event
(19 Jun 2019)
Nisha Katona MBE will discuss how she attracts the right skills and talent to her business and why it is important for scale-ups
Viewpoint blog: Our Civic Future
(20 Jun 2019)
Professor James Thompson writes about an emerging theme in our strategic plan
Go Home on Time Day
(20 Jun 2019)
Celebrate the longest day of the year by spending the time at home – better still, make it a habit!
Staff benefits update
(20 Jun 2019)
Time for a pamper, get outdoors, consider a Be Active course or book a holiday!
University joins the Employers Initiative on Domestic Abuse
(20 Jun 2019)
Enabling employers to support employees facing domestic abuse and to help employees who are perpetrators to stop
University and higher education acronym glossary
(20 Jun 2019)
Following staff feedback during the open meetings we have now developed an acronym glossary
Accounting and Finance Inaugural Lectures
(20 Jun 2019)
Newly promoted professors share their latest research findings
Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre to host first ever graphene hackathon
(20 Jun 2019)
Our purpose-built facility to nurture Manchester’s growing community of graphene companies and scientists to host a weekend of high intensity innovation
University reaches highest ever place in latest university world rankings
(20 Jun 2019)
Manchester is now listed as the world’s 27th best university, ranking 6th in the UK and 8th in Europe.
Five year funding boost for national musculoskeletal research centre
(20 Jun 2019)
Significant funding award ensures collaborative Centre will continue to make an impact on reducing the burden of work disability caused by musculoskeletal conditions
Blackboard unavailable from 5pm on Thursday 25 July to 9am on Sunday 28 July
(21 Jun 2019)
The following information is provided to inform staff members about this update
Early deadline for fees and expenses - financial year end
(21 Jun 2019)
Important information on financial year end implications for fees and expenses
Is your email signature up to date?
(21 Jun 2019)
Make sure your email signature includes key information so colleagues can contact you
Do you think your views have been acted on?
(24 Jun 2019)
Do you think enough is being done to tackle some of the issues highlighted in the Staff Survey 2013 – both at University level and in your own areas
Watch – all staff open meetings livestream
(24 Jun 2019)
Watch the all staff meeting with Patrick Hackett and the Professional Services Leadership Team
Mediation at the University
(24 Jun 2019)
Why taking an informal route to solving problems at work, where possible, can reap multiple benefits
Update on our charity donation to the Big Change
(24 Jun 2019)
How is our Staff Survey 2019 donation helping the Big Change?
Learn more and join our 3D printing innovation community
(24 Jun 2019)
Our Research Lifecycle Programme invites colleagues to first meeting to discuss use of 3D printing in research
Last chance – submit your ideas for IT support for research
(24 Jun 2019)
The call for ideas will be closing on Friday, 12 July
We all want to be part of something bigger
(24 Jun 2019)
Share your experiences online to help us uncover our University’s values
New biomanufacturing hub will support Manchester's green city ambitions
(24 Jun 2019)
A newly-opened facility to transform manufacturing processes and make them more environmentally friendly has already become a recognised beacon for leadership in innovation to support a greener economy
Colleagues influence change in University family policies
(24 Jun 2019)
Staff share their views on how to develop policies on maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
Staff wellbeing prize
(24 Jun 2019)
Win a Friendinabox
Student Lifecycle Project rolls out technology to support student recruitment
(24 Jun 2019)
Introduction of the first pan-University customer relationship management (CRM) system
University signs up to the Slave-Free Alliance
(25 Jun 2019)
As part of our commitment to meeting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, we’re the first higher education institution to become a member
MCR Strollers visit a local Chinese wellbeing centre
(25 Jun 2019)
The Sheung Lok Centre in Ardwick, is a Chinese wellbeing centre that is part of the Wai Yin Society.
Announcing the winners of the Creative Manchester Poetry Competition!
(25 Jun 2019)
First, Second and Third Place winners announced in Staff, Student and Alumni categories.
The University hosts regional heat of world-wide competition
(25 Jun 2019)
Six Laboratory Technicians battle it out in the regional heat of the WorldSkills competition
What would you like to see in our staff wellbeing activity?
(26 Jun 2019)
We’d like to know what you would like to see included in our plans for the next academic year
Welcoming our local friends and neighbours on to campus
(26 Jun 2019)
From walking on custard to watching the Flash-Bang chemistry show, more than 3,000 people learned all about our University
Staff benefits update
(27 Jun 2019)
Benefits, discounts and wellbeing plus the latest prize draw!
Exploring the emerging role of the University impact professional
(27 Jun 2019)
The University hosts the annual N8 Impact Network meeting with over 35 delegates from the eight most research activities universities in the north
Announcing the winners of the Creative Manchester Poetry Competition
(27 Jun 2019)
1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners announced in Staff, Student and Alumni categories
Thank you for attending the open meetings
(27 Jun 2019)
Over 1,500 colleagues attended PSLT open meetings this year, a further 2,200 watched the live streams and more than 730 watched on catch-up
Senior Leadership Team Appointments
(27 Jun 2019)
Professor April McMahon to be Vice President for Teaching, Learning and Students and Professor Nalin Thakkar to be Vice-President for Social Responsibility
Learn Mandarin with the Confucius Institute this Summer!
(27 Jun 2019)
Different routes of study for beginner and post-beginner learners of Mandarin at our summer school
Take part in this year’s stellar Pride entry
(27 Jun 2019)
This year it is easier than ever to register your interest in participating in the University’s Manchester Pride entry
Manchester’s innovation model is a pointer to the future
(28 Jun 2019)
A senior cabinet minister has praised The University of Manchester for its pioneering approach to ensure homegrown discovery is brought to market in the UK
University reaffirms commitment to the LGBT+ community
(28 Jun 2019)
University, Students Union and AllOut reaffirm commitment to the LGBT+ community