News archive – September 2019
The flies have it – affordable, memorable micro-experiments for schools
(02 Sep 2019)
A public engagement story from our Manchester Fly Facility – tell us yours or get involved
Staff Wellbeing Champions Take Action
(02 Sep 2019)
Across the University we have nearly 100 Wellbeing Champions who help to share wellbeing messages, support the University wide wellbeing activities as well as create their own. Here’s a little about what some of the teams have been doing this year so far.
Staff Survey 2019 workplace report updated
(02 Sep 2019)
Read a detailed report of the responses in your area
Upcoming changes to USS contribution rates
(02 Sep 2019)
Increases to amount paid by employers and members to be implemented in October
The University Women’s Institute needs new members
(03 Sep 2019)
Join the WI for monthly lunchtime get-togethers
My Name Is Why – In Conversation with Lemn Sissay
(03 Sep 2019)
In a free event for University of Manchester staff and students, Lemn Sissay MBE will read from his new memoir, My Name Is Why.
Wood Street Mission lottery winner
(03 Sep 2019)
Announcing the winner of the September 2019 draw
Reminder: innovation community events
(03 Sep 2019)
The Drones and Mapping and GIS innovation community meetings will be taking place on 9 and 11 September
Become a Trustee for a local not-for-profit organisation
(03 Sep 2019)
Manchester Community Central (Macc) are hosting an event on Tuesday, 17 September to encourage people to find out more about becoming a trustee for local not-for-profit organisations
Improving support on export control
(04 Sep 2019)
Updated Frequently Asked Questions published
The EU recognises Stefan Bouzarovski as an ‘ordinary hero’
(04 Sep 2019)
Professor of Geography has been honoured for his work tackling energy poverty
Opportunity for entrepreneurial-minded postdoctoral researchers
(04 Sep 2019)
Following a successful introduction earlier this year, places on two Researcher to Innovator (R2I) will be available
Flexible working workshops for managers
(04 Sep 2019)
We are running a series of workshops that will support managers in applying our flexible working policy
University shortlisted for two Times Higher Education Awards
(05 Sep 2019)
Our University has been shortlisted for the THE DataPoints Merit Award in this year’s Times Higher Education Awards, plus Research Project of the Year: STEM category
Staff benefits update
(05 Sep 2019)
Updates the Totum card, the 147 bus and an offer with Kate Scott Photography plus a prize draw to win a pair of tickets for Ferne Cotton's Happy Place Festival this Saturday.
FoodOnCampus future provision
(05 Sep 2019)
Changes for the new academic year
New multi-million pound halls of residence opens in Fallowfield
(06 Sep 2019)
A new £90million student accommodation development has been opened in Fallowfield by President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell
Students' Union houseplant sale
(06 Sep 2019)
Brighten up your office or home with some houseplants
Career Development of Research Staff - Statement of Expectations
(06 Sep 2019)
We've listened to your feedback
Come to our Foundation Day Celebrations
(07 Sep 2019)
Join Nancy as an 'angel investor' gives our prestigious Foundation Lecture…
Office for Students (OfS) approves our plan for widening participation
(09 Sep 2019)
Our “ambitious and credible” aims are to increase the proportion of widening participation students entering the University and to reduce the gaps in degree attainment between different groups of students
Stationery amnesty
(09 Sep 2019)
Do you have any unwanted stationery lurking in the back of a cupboard and wonder what to do with it?
University desk calendars out now!
(10 Sep 2019)
Get all set for the start the academic year with our popular planning tool
The countdown to the Sustainability Challenge begins
(10 Sep 2019)
Next Tuesday all of our first year undergraduate students are being invited to take part in the Sustainability Challenge, a 2.5-hour simulation activity based on creating a new campus for the fictitious University of Millchester
Life Line training for staff
(10 Sep 2019)
Help students who may be struggling with their mental health, losing hope or experiencing thoughts of suicide
Improvements to the University network
(10 Sep 2019)
IT Services are leading a range of projects which will involve the adoption of new and advanced technologies to allow for enhanced Teaching and Learning, Research and general working practices.
The University ranks highly as a ‘good place to work’
(11 Sep 2019)
Staff Survey 2019 results benchmark our working experience against other universities
Free eye examination available for all students, staff and general public
(11 Sep 2019)
This includes contact lens fittings and check-ups
Settling in module for our new students
(11 Sep 2019)
Division of Campus Life develops online resource on belonging, healthy relationships, resilience and wellbeing
Welcome Week Show - Sound Cistem
(11 Sep 2019)
7pm, Friday 20 September 2019 at the Martin Harris Centre
Amy Vreeke: The Year My Vagina Tried to Kill Me - Part of Sick! Festival 2019
(11 Sep 2019)
8.30pm, Wednesday 2 October and Thursday 3 October at the Martin Harris Centre
Be Active – sessions during September
(11 Sep 2019)
Take time to participate in one of our fitness classes
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(12 Sep 2019)
Great benefits and wellbeing updates and how to register for the next wellbeing lecture in September and the Staff Wellbeing Fair in November.
Sector-leading new Research Metrics service from the Library
(12 Sep 2019)
New, easy-to-digest reports on research performance and impact now available on the Library website
International competition launched to find partner for ID Manchester
(12 Sep 2019)
The competitive tender process has started to find a development and investment partner to deliver our new world-class innovation district, ID Manchester
Come along to a drop-in session with Nancy
(12 Sep 2019)
New monthly drop-in sessions have been launched for staff
Who’s who at the SU?
(12 Sep 2019)
Find out which University Committee Meetings are attended by the Students' Union Exec Officers
Union ballots: Information for members
(12 Sep 2019)
Message from Karen Heaton on the trade unions’ decision to ballot for industrial action
Connectivity issues on campus
(13 Sep 2019)
IT Services are aware of connectivity issues to some University services
University open days - 28 September and 12 October
(13 Sep 2019)
With the undergraduate open days taking place on Saturday, 28 September and Saturday, 12 October, you may receive queries as to what is taking place
University features in Global Goals Yearbook
(13 Sep 2019)
Our University is the only university in the world to be featured in the Yearbook
The Market to open in Renold Building
(13 Sep 2019)
Staff and students alike have been flocking to The Market since it opened its doors in September 2018
Hyatt to replace Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites Oxford Road
(13 Sep 2019)
Hotel owners, M&L Hospitality, have announced this week that they have made the commercial decision to rebrand the hotel located opposite Alliance Manchester Business School from a Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites to a Hyatt property next year
Spotlight Music Evening at Manchester Museum
(13 Sep 2019)
A night of music and fun organised by a group of students from the Manchester Access Programme
Detecting landmines for a safer world
(13 Sep 2019)
Join us on Thursday, 19 September to hear how our researchers are improving technology for detecting landmines for a safer world
Occupational Health Service relocation
(13 Sep 2019)
The Occupational Health Service will shortly be relocating from The Mill and 182-184 Waterloo Place to Crawford House
Viewpoint blog: The week in Parliament
(13 Sep 2019)
Professor Andy Westwood reflects on a very big week in Parliament and what it means for higher education
Every smile, every hello – please support our students as they settle in
(16 Sep 2019)
Find out more about techniques, toolkits, resources and training to help develop your student support skills
Sneezing for science – thousands of allergy sufferers
(16 Sep 2019)
A public engagement story from Britain Breathing – tell us your story or ask to get involved
Progress since Staff Survey 2019 continues to be made
(16 Sep 2019)
Leaders across the university have completed improvement plans
Don’t show me the money
(16 Sep 2019)
Universities UK poll shows that students don’t choose university for a higher wage – they want to be ‘stellified’
Climate action: 20 and 27 September
(16 Sep 2019)
A message for staff from Professor Nalin Thakkar – and join Professor Kevin Anderson, chair of energy and climate change at the Tyndall Centre, as he shares evidence behind the global climate crisis
Hear the beat of dancing feet…at Manchester Museum
(16 Sep 2019)
Manchester Access Programme students organise fundraiser money for mental health charity 42nd Street
Take part in the Dusk Walk to help those affected by homeless
(17 Sep 2019)
The 5-mile sponsored walk raises money for local youth homelessness
The Sustainability Challenge is today
(17 Sep 2019)
8,000 students, nine buildings, one day - it's the Sustainability Challenge
Foodie Tuesdays are back!
(17 Sep 2019)
Lunchtime street food market returns to Bridgeford Street today
Volunteering opportunity at IntoUniversity Manchester North
(17 Sep 2019)
Staff and postgraduate students encouraged to volunteer for academic support programme
OneTrust - simplifying GDPR compliance
(17 Sep 2019)
Making it quicker, simpler and easier for staff to comply with GDPR and manage information risk
University hosts the World 100 Reputation Network
(18 Sep 2019)
Rain didn’t stop play – Manchester perfectly placed to showcase how universities contribute to a better world
New Institute for Teaching and Learning
(18 Sep 2019)
The new University of Manchester Institute for Teaching and Learning (UMITL) will launch on Tuesday, 1 October under the strategic leadership of the Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students
Enjoy free classes and activities on National Fitness Day
(18 Sep 2019)
National Fitness Day takes place on Wednesday, 25 September
Changes to your USS contributions
(18 Sep 2019)
All USS members have received an email update on their contributions
Your students are one idea away from winning £300!
(18 Sep 2019)
The Venture Out competition is now open
Staff wellbeing update
(19 Sep 2019)
Explore the variety of wellbeing opportunities on campus
Join our new Interdisciplinary Centre for Crisis Studies and Mitigation
(19 Sep 2019)
Research centre – funded by University of Manchester Research Institute (UMRI) – to address the intersection between natural hazards and society
Live stream: The global climate crisis with Professor Kevin Anderson
(19 Sep 2019)
Watch tomorrow Friday, 20 September on StaffNet
Staff benefits update
(19 Sep 2019)
Save on food intolerance and allergy testing, foodoncampus, try a new wellbeing activity and take part in a prize draw!
Literature Live: Paul Muldoon and Alice Oswald
(19 Sep 2019)
7.30pm, Thursday 3 October 2019, Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall at The Martin Harris Centre
The Pankhurst Centre needs you!
(19 Sep 2019)
Call out for volunteers
Ballroom and Latin for Beginners
(19 Sep 2019)
Join us on Wednesday 25 September - Wednesday 20 November at the John Thaw Studio Theatre, Martin Harris Centre
Come along to a drop-in session with Nancy
(19 Sep 2019)
New monthly drop-in sessions have been launched for staff
David Nicholls in Conversation
(19 Sep 2019)
7pm, Friday 4 October at The Martin Harris Centre
WATCH: The global climate crisis with Professor Kevin Anderson
(20 Sep 2019)
Professor Kevin Anderson's talk is now live
Walking for Maggie's Cancer Centre
(20 Sep 2019)
On Friday, 27 September a number of the MCR Strollers will be walking across Manchester on a “Culture Crawl” to help raise funds
It's Bi-Visibility Day today (Monday, 23 September)
(23 Sep 2019)
Time to celebrate – we’re flying the bi flag, there’s a quiz and our annual Stonewall survey
Brilliant and Black presents: Professor David Olusoga OBE
(23 Sep 2019)
Public lecture given by our Professor of Public History to celebrate Black History Month at the University
Sustainability Challenge achieves record-breaking numbers
(23 Sep 2019)
Sustainability Challenge kicks off the academic year in style
Calling all wannabe runners
(23 Sep 2019)
Join UMRun on North campus and Run Together to get fit, make friends and have fun
Do you organise events at the University?
(23 Sep 2019)
A few places are still available on a useful training session on Thursday, 21 November
Macmillan Coffee Morning at Manchester Student Homes
(23 Sep 2019)
Come and meet students, long term residents and community representatives over coffee and cake – and help a good cause
On campus cycling training for staff and students
(23 Sep 2019)
Free instructor-led sessions for learners and new road users
Beware of fake ‘phishing’ emails claiming to be from the University
(23 Sep 2019)
A number of University staff have reported receiving phishing emails that appear to be from the Pensions Office
Sign up to Wonkhe Plus and access their services
(23 Sep 2019)
Our University has signed up for a Wonkhe Plus subscription which runs up until July 2020
Digital innovation workshop
(23 Sep 2019)
Developing the University’s digital strategy – an event for University leaders and academics
10,000 Actions wins again
(24 Sep 2019)
Our sustainability initiative receives national recognition
Lunchtime Seminar for Chinese Studies
(24 Sep 2019)
Lunchtime Seminar at 12.30pm, Tuesday 24 September 2019, Room 2.016/2.017, Arthur Lewis Building with Dr David Stroup
Celebrate National Fitness Day
(24 Sep 2019)
This year’s UK Active National Fitness Day is on Wednesday, 25 September
Jeanette Winterson: Frankissstein
(24 Sep 2019)
7.30pm, Saturday 5 October 2019 at the RNCM
An Interactive Schools' Poetry Performance with John Hegley
(24 Sep 2019)
10.30am, Friday 4 October 2019 at the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre
Foodie Tuesdays are back!
(24 Sep 2019)
Lunchtime street food market returns to Bridgeford Street today
Using our University's Hospitality Services or approved suppliers
(24 Sep 2019)
A reminder that it is essential for staff to use our University’s Hospitality Services or approved suppliers in all instances on campus
UKRI Enhancing place-based partnerships in public engagement funding call
(24 Sep 2019)
UKRI have recently put out a new funding call for Enhancing place-based partnerships in public engagement to support capacity building in collaborative, place-based public engagement between research organisations, partner organisations and communities
Manchester University Music Society (MUMS) Welcome Concert
(24 Sep 2019)
5pm, Sunday 29 September at the Martin Harris Centre
Sir Peter Bazalgette becomes Honorary Professor at The University of Manchester
(24 Sep 2019)
Sir Peter Bazalgette has been appointed as Honorary Professor of Creative Industries at the University
How to end your lecture podcast recordings early
(24 Sep 2019)
The podcasting service (lecture capture) has been updated to allow teaching staff to end scheduled recordings earlier than their intended end time.
Mid-Autumn Festival Gala
(24 Sep 2019)
Enjoy an evening of Chinese tradition, music and dance
The University’s food market receives a glowing write-up
(25 Sep 2019)
MEN’s impartial food critic praised our gap year's worth of world cuisine
Book a bone density test at the Sugden Sports Centre
(25 Sep 2019)
Bone Density Screening Day takes place on 5 November
Come along to a drop-in session with Nancy
(25 Sep 2019)
Last few places remaining
Are you a fan of Chinese cuisine?
(25 Sep 2019)
Come along to our Chinese cookery classes
Free eye examination appointments available
(25 Sep 2019)
You can get an eye examination free when attending our University teaching clinic
Coupland Street partial closure
(25 Sep 2019)
Coupland Street will be closed between the temporary Manchester Museum entrance and the Rutherford Building entrance from 30 September 2019 until October 2020
Lunchtime talk with IBM Chief Technology Officer
(25 Sep 2019)
Andy Stanford-Clark will deliver a talk, ‘Innovation Begins at Home’, on Wednesday, 2 October at 2pm in the Kilburn Building
Exploring the value of human life through art and science collaborations
(25 Sep 2019)
A free film screening exploring end of life care will take place on Thursday, 26 September
Echoes Nursery welcomes Mayor Andy Burnham
(25 Sep 2019)
Echoes Nursery was proud to welcome Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester for their official opening on Tuesday 24th September.
Thinking Ahead - Developing Your Career - Research Staff Conference
(25 Sep 2019)
The 2019 research staff conference is being held on 10 October
Staff benefits update
(26 Sep 2019)
Save on renting in Manchester, weddings and special occasions and book for a breast cancer event at Manchester Museum and save a date for the Boobee bus!
Graphene team visit US to showcase the best in UK innovation
(26 Sep 2019)
Successful visit by the Graphene@Manchester team off to a flying start – thanks to the Red Arrows
Could you make a Robot Orchestra?
(26 Sep 2019)
Find out at Professor Danielle George’s family-friendly event at the Royal Exchange Theatre
A tribute to Guy Percival
(26 Sep 2019)
Last month we were saddened to learn of the passing of recently retired University colleague Guy Percival
Free contact lens fittings and check-ups
(26 Sep 2019)
Students in the final year of their optometry degree provide a clinical service to members of the public as part of their training
The Next Innovation Communities: October events
(27 Sep 2019)
More innovation community events for staff to join coming up in October
FoodonCampus disposable cup charge
(27 Sep 2019)
To encourage more students and staff to use reusable cups, Food on Campus cafés implemented a 20p charge on disposable cups from the start of term earlier this month
Lunchtime street food market returns to campus
(27 Sep 2019)
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market will be on campus on Humanities Bridgeford Street on Tuesday, 1 October
Young art lovers host festival for 10,000 people
(30 Sep 2019)
A public engagement story from our gallery in the park – tell us your story or ask to get involved
The Complete Works: Gary Younge
(30 Sep 2019)
6.45pm, Tuesday 1 October at Cinema 2, Home Mcr
Literature Live: Common People
(30 Sep 2019)
3pm, Saturday 5 October at the Martin Harris Centre
Do you organise events at the University?
(30 Sep 2019)
Book your place on our training course
Martial arts demonstration with the University Women’s Institute
(30 Sep 2019)
Learn self-defence – and more – with The University of Manchester Busy Bees
Want to be Brilliant?
(30 Sep 2019)
Join The Scholars Programme to help local pupils access university, get expert training and real experience to develop your teaching and other transferable skills – and more
Literature Live: Stephen Sexton and Isabel Galleymore
(30 Sep 2019)
7pm, Monday 7 October at Blackwell's Manchester
Music at Manchester gets Sunday Times Good University Guide top spot
(30 Sep 2019)
Five Humanities departments ranked in the top five for their subject.
Student Accommodation Survey
(30 Sep 2019)
Calling all parents of university aged offspring!