News archive – December 2019
Staff and alumnus involved in London Bridge attack
01 Dec 2019
Tribute paid to alumnus Jack Merritt
Withdrawal of support for older versions of SPSS Analytics Suite
02 Dec 2019
SPSS Analytics Suite is a statistical analysis package consisting of SPSS, AMOS, Modeler and other utilities
Last chance to make a child’s Christmas truly special this year
02 Dec 2019
Donate toys, books, toiletries and gifts for older children to Wood Street Mission’s Christmas Appeal 2019 - deadline this Wednesday, 4 December
Wood Street Mission Toy Appeal
02 Dec 2019
Pensions and HR Staff supporting the Wood Street Mission Christmas Appeal
Send Season's Greetings with our e-card
02 Dec 2019
Send a card that's festive, free and environmentally friendly
WATCH: Highly Restricted Data Service for Researchers
02 Dec 2019
Learn more about the highly restricted data project
University’s Financial Statements published
02 Dec 2019
Find out more about our financial performance for 2018/19
Free Carbon Literacy Training
02 Dec 2019
Help shape the future of Carbon Literacy training for staff in the HE Sector – full day course on Tuesday, 17 December
Christmas Closure Days
02 Dec 2019
Just to remind you that the University closes for four days over the Christmas holidays, in addition to the statutory bank holidays on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
Literature Live: Annual Caroline Chisholm Reading with Sara Collins
02 Dec 2019
6.30pm, Monday 9 December at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation
Giving Tuesday is today!
03 Dec 2019
Today is Giving Tuesday - a global day to give time, money, voice or skills to support good causes and our local communities.
Don't be a victim of Christmas phishing
03 Dec 2019
It’s the time of year when scammers, like elves, are hard at work. Please be vigilant and double check the emails landing in your inbox before you act on them; that ‘amazing Christmas deal’ may not be all it seems
Donations for foodbank on #GivingTuesday
03 Dec 2019
Final call for donations for Emmeline's Pantry foodbank
Hearing Dogs on Giving Tuesday
03 Dec 2019
After Black Friday and & Cyber Monday, why not celebrate Giving Tuesday - the movement dedicated to giving back!
Today you can still make a child’s Christmas truly special
04 Dec 2019
Today (Wednesday, 4 December) is the last day to donate toys, books, toiletries and gifts for older children to Wood Street Mission’s Christmas Appeal 2019
Open meeting with the University’s Senior Leadership Team
04 Dec 2019
Tuesday, 21 January 2020, 1pm - 2pm
Learning Through Research Internships 2020
04 Dec 2019
Researchers are invited to submit internship proposals for funded internships
Information stand on Greater Manchester bus consultation
04 Dec 2019
Pop-up stand at University Place foyer 11-2pm on Thursday, 5 December
Call for winter graduation student stories
04 Dec 2019
The University is calling for winter graduation stories to showcase the fantastic achievements of our students
The Complete Works: Christina Lamb
04 Dec 2019
6.45pm, Monday 16 December 2019 at HOME Mcr
Women’s Institute Christmas meeting
04 Dec 2019
Meeting will take place on Thursday, 5 December
Festive Sing-a-long Relaxed Performance
04 Dec 2019
1.10pm, Friday 13 December 2019
Microsoft Office 365 talk
04 Dec 2019
Thursday 12 December, 2-4pm, Lecture Theatre B, Roscoe Building
University to use recycled paper
04 Dec 2019
From Monday, 6 January recycled paper is to be used across the University
Join charity Every Month for a winter singalong
04 Dec 2019
Come along to an alternative Christmas party for a worthwhile cause
Take part in the Social Justice Challenge and Workplace Ethics Challenge online
04 Dec 2019
Tackle global issues in our unique Blackboard interactives
University carol concert
04 Dec 2019
The University carol concert will take place at 1pm on Thursday, 19 December
Peterloo Exhibition at the Samuel Alexander Building
04 Dec 2019
Come and see the Peterloo Exhibition
Zhiguo Ding receives double accolate
04 Dec 2019
Zhiguo Ding, a Professor in Communications in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, is celebrating a double accolade
Men’s Health Books – Giveaway!
05 Dec 2019
A gift to round off Men’s Health Month
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
05 Dec 2019
A follow up on our Staff Wellbeing Fair and save a date for the Blackwell’s Christmas Shopping event!
Take your first steps into MECD
05 Dec 2019
Your opportunity to take a tour of MECD
Making a Difference Awards 2020 - Open for Entries
05 Dec 2019
Do you know somebody who is working to improve the lives of others? Are you making a difference in your local community and beyond? Is there a cause that you think needs to be more widely understood?
Registration for the Alan Turing Cryptography Competition and MathsBombe is open
06 Dec 2019
Two maths-themed competitions aimed at secondary school children begin this January
Information for colleagues on recent industrial action
06 Dec 2019
Next steps following the strike action
Viewpoint blog: Stephanie Lee
06 Dec 2019
Stephanie Lee talks about removing barriers and boundaries to learning
Colleagues sleep walk for Shelter
06 Dec 2019
University colleagues take part in 10km sleep walk for Shelter
Hyatt to replace Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites Oxford Road
06 Dec 2019
Hotel owners, M&L Hospitality, 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
Lunchtime street food market on campus
06 Dec 2019
The popular Tuesday lunchtime market will be on campus on Humanities Bridgeford Street for the last time before Christmas on Tuesday, 10 December
Valuing staff on fixed term contracts
09 Dec 2019
A message from our President and Vice-Chancellor, Nancy Rothwell
University Venues Introduction Days - new dates
09 Dec 2019
Find out more about organising events and conferences at our University
Bluedot wins at the UK Festival Awards
09 Dec 2019
Our multi-award winning festival of discovery hits another high note
Wood Street Lottery winner
09 Dec 2019
Announcing the winner for December 2019
Improving the candidate experience using Jobtrain
09 Dec 2019
From Monday, 16 December we will move to a new front-end portal to enhance the candidate experience
Applications for Manchester Access Programme 2020 closing soon
09 Dec 2019
University’s flagship widening participation scheme for local Year 12 students – application deadline this Friday (13 December)
FSE Choir's inaugural performances this week!
09 Dec 2019
May your days be merry and bright with the FSE choir
Industrial Action by University and College Union (UCU) Members
11 Dec 2019
Information on pay deductions
Planned network maintenance overnight
11 Dec 2019
We are carrying out a series of improvement works across University buildings to enhance the network capability across campus. This will mean faster, more reliable network coverage for staff and students.
University staff thanked for their service
11 Dec 2019
Registrar thanks staff for their loyalty at an informal event
Open meeting with the University’s Senior Leadership Team
11 Dec 2019
Book your place now
School of Health Science pilots sanitary product provision
11 Dec 2019
New sanitary provision scheme aims to help tackle period poverty
Viewpoint blog: Patrick Hackett
11 Dec 2019
Patrick talks about change at the University
New Strategic Change Sub-Committee (SCSC)
11 Dec 2019
A new Strategic Change Sub-Committee (SCSC), reporting to PRC, has been formed to oversee the delivery of the University’s strategic change portfolio.
Guidance on the need for blank electronic devices when travelling overseas
12 Dec 2019
There are very few circumstances in which you’ll require a blank electronic device
Inspiring people to get hands on with engineering
12 Dec 2019
MECD will encourage creativity and nurture our engineering and material science talent
Developing our applications, admissions, marketing and recruitment structures
12 Dec 2019
Update on progress from the Student Experience Programme
Surveys to take place on University Place and Jean McFarlane building elevations
12 Dec 2019
During week commencing 16 December, contractors will be working on University Place and Jean McFarlane building elevations using abseiling equipment
New flowchart simplifies booking travel
13 Dec 2019
Before you book, complete the necessary steps with this flowchart
Car Park Permit Office early closure
13 Dec 2019
Revised opening hours approaching the Christmas period
We’re recruiting ResLife Advisors
13 Dec 2019
Get involved in supporting students in halls
Nominate our local food bank to win £1,000 funding
13 Dec 2019
Help to fight poverty in Manchester with the click of a button
Finance and travel helpdesk early closure
13 Dec 2019
The finance and travel helpdesk will close at 4pm today
HRH The Duke of York officially opens the Masdar Building
13 Dec 2019
His Royal Highness The Duke of York has officially opened the £60m Masdar Building which houses the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre
Furniture recycling store
16 Dec 2019
Our store will close on Monday, 23 December and re-open on Thursday, 2 January
Who deserves an honorary degree, Medal of Honour or national honour?
16 Dec 2019
We’d love to see your nominations for our prestigious awards – find information on how to make one on the dedicated page on our website
InStitches sales raised over £800 for charity
16 Dec 2019
Funds raised by the University knitting and stitching group will be split between Wood Street Mission and Manchester Central Food Bank – thanks to everyone who gave support!
Answers to your most frequently asked export controls questions
17 Dec 2019
The team are currently reviewing the export controls process and have provided this guidance in the interim
Get your 2020 Diversity Calendar
17 Dec 2019
The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team are pleased to announce that the 2020 Diversity Calendar is now available
£2.5m donation to University boosts region’s FinTech credentials
17 Dec 2019
The University of Manchester has received a £2.5million donation to boost the region’s capacity and capability in Financial Technology (FinTech).
Hyatt to replace Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites Oxford Road
17 Dec 2019
Hotel owners, M&L Hospitality, 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
Nominate your outstanding alumni for our 2020 Awards
18 Dec 2019
Outstanding Alumni Awards are presented to Manchester graduates who have achieved distinction in their profession, through exemplary service to our University or the wider community, or through outstanding service of a personal or humanitarian nature
Professor Richard Reece to take up new appointment at University of Kent
18 Dec 2019
Professor Richard Reece, who is currently our Associate Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students, has accepted the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education and Student Experience)
Viewpoint blog: April McMahon
18 Dec 2019
April introduces herself to the University in the latest blog post
Conclusion of recent strike action
19 Dec 2019
Information and next steps
Get ready for the Christmas switch off
19 Dec 2019
The University is switching off this Christmas, and you can help
Giving Tuesday brought back to campus for second successful year
19 Dec 2019
On Tuesday, 3 December the Student Communications and Student Wellbeing teams worked together to deliver another successful Giving Tuesday event
Enactus Manchester team win social category at Venture Out competition
20 Dec 2019
Transformational social enterprise idea wins £300 cash prize to help get their project off the ground
Telephone and email scams targeting our students
20 Dec 2019
You may be contacted by one of our students concerned about a telephone call or email they have received
Manchester planned highway improvements in 2020
20 Dec 2019
In 2020, Manchester City Council will embark on a ‘once in a generation’ programme of improvement works that will see positive changes made to some of the city’s key highways
Brexit update
20 Dec 2019
Advice for staff regarding UK’s expected withdrawal from the EU following the Conservative Party’s success in the General Election
Do you know how to report bullying, harassment or discrimination incidents?
20 Dec 2019
Our dedicated website Report and Support allows students, staff and visitors to securely report incidents of bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and discrimination as well as providing access to confidential support
Our 2019 review of the year
20 Dec 2019
It's been another great 12 months of discovery and amazing stories for our University during 2019