News archive – November 2021
Book now: Open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
(01 Nov 2021)
Thursday 4 November, 1-2pm
Appointment of Pankhurst Director
(01 Nov 2021)
Professor Niels Peek has been appointed as Director of the Christabel Pankhurst Institute for Healthcare Technology Research and Innovation
Applications open for the Leaders in Teaching Programme 2022
(01 Nov 2021)
Programme supports staff involved in or aspiring to teaching and learning leadership positions – deadline 6pm on Monday, 13 December
From Human Resources to People and Organisational Development
(01 Nov 2021)
A message from Adèle MacKinlay, Director of People and Organisational Development
Beauty treatments available on campus
(02 Nov 2021)
Beauty Bee at the Uni Abby is back at the Wellbeing Rooms offering a range of treatments
Dover Street temporary road closure
(02 Nov 2021)
Dover Street is closed temporarily this morning (Tuesday, 2 November) for urgent remedial repairs
New members appointed to the University’s Board of Governors
(03 Nov 2021)
Eight new members have been appointed
Houseplant sale at the Students' Union
(03 Nov 2021)
Brighten up your home or office space with a houseplant
Learn, Lead, Progress: Resources and opportunities for your development
(03 Nov 2021)
Your continuous development is essential to our future success as a University
Researchers win funding for exploration of culture and heritage collections
(03 Nov 2021)
Manchester researchers are part of a team awarded one of only five ‘Discovery projects’ funded by the AHRC as part of their new scheme, Towards a National Collection
Wood Street Mission Lottery winner
(03 Nov 2021)
Announcing the winner of the November 2021 draw
Tackling harassment and sexual misconduct
(03 Nov 2021)
As part of the North West Sexual Violence Awareness Week, our University is arranging two events on the topics of harassment and sexual misconduct
Annual Doubleday Lecture with Dr Bola Owolabi, NHS England and NHS Improvement
(03 Nov 2021)
Registration is now open for this year’s Doubleday Lecture which will take place online via Zoom at 2pm, 10 November.
Staying safe on campus
(03 Nov 2021)
A message from Professor Nalin Thakkar, Chair of the Campus Management Group
Join our next book club meeting
(03 Nov 2021)
The next meeting will be on Friday, 26 November from 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Watch live: Open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
(04 Nov 2021)
Today, 1-2pm
Reminder: Book your Windows 10 upgrade now
(04 Nov 2021)
The cut-off date for upgrading to Windows 10, or requesting retention of Windows 7, is Friday 10 December 2021.
Donate a Christmas gift to this year's Wood Street Mission Appeal
(04 Nov 2021)
Help support struggling families across Manchester and Salford by gifting something special for them to open on Christmas Day
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(04 Nov 2021)
Our new Employee Assistance Programme has launched and a new Home and Tech launches on the 8th November.
Guidance for staff with caring responsibilities
(04 Nov 2021)
Our guidance for staff with caring responsibilities has been updated
NHS Voices of COVID-19: COVID Conversation online event
(04 Nov 2021)
Science and COVID-19, 12.30-1.30pm (BST) Tuesday, 23 November 2021
Manchester experts become Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences
(04 Nov 2021)
Diana Mitlin and Lucie Byrne-Davis recognised.
10,000 Actions is now 50,000 Actions!
(04 Nov 2021)
The University’s environmental sustainability engagement programme has been extended to the whole of our student body and is now the biggest environmental sustainability initiative in the higher education sector.
CORONET nominated for NIHR Clinical Excellence Award
(04 Nov 2021)
New tool has shown to be critical in the decision making process for hospital admission or discharge in cancer patients presenting with COVID-19 symptoms
Congratulations: Winners of our Microsoft 365 training survey prize draw
(05 Nov 2021)
Thank you to all those who entered our Microsoft 365 training survey, and well done to the three winners of our prize draw, who have each received a £20 Amazon gift voucher.
Automated External Defibrillators and new First Aid posters
(05 Nov 2021)
An update for colleagues from Safety Services
Pay-as-you-go scheme for car parking
(08 Nov 2021)
The PAYG scheme will start on Tuesday, 4 January 2022
University and College Union Ballot results
(08 Nov 2021)
Statement from a University of Manchester spokesperson
Our Home and Electronics employee benefit is now open!
(08 Nov 2021)
We’re delighted to announce that our Home and Electronics employee benefit is now open, which means you can start browsing 1000s of must-have products from Currys and John Lewis & Partners
Blackwell’s bookshop events
(08 Nov 2021)
Events coming up in November – staff get 50% discount on all events using code XUOMSTAFF
Book now: Walk-in climate change installation on campus
(08 Nov 2021)
Amrita's Journey: Preparing the aid system for the Climate Emergency - University Place, 8-12 November
Remembrance Day 2021
(09 Nov 2021)
Colleagues invited to reflect and remember the members of the armed forces who have died in the line of duty at 11am on Thursday, 11 November
Translational Research at Manchester 2021 with Sir Richard Leese as keynote
(09 Nov 2021)
In December, University dignitary speakers: Professor Luke Georghiou, Professor Colette Fagan and Professor Nigel Hooper will be joined by keynote Sir Richard Leese for Translational Research at Manchester 2021.
My Manchester access issues - update 1
(09 Nov 2021)
Information about earlier My Manchester issues
Wi-Fi calling now available
(09 Nov 2021)
University mobile devices on Vodafone tariffs can now benefit from Wi-Fi calling to make calls and send texts when there is poor phone reception.
Annual Teddy Chester lecture with Dr Mark Britnell
(09 Nov 2021)
Dr Mark Britnell, Vice Chair and Global Health Expert, KPMG UK, will deliver this year’s Teddy Chester lecture, Human: Solving the global workforce crisis in healthcare.
GlobalProtect VPN access issues - resolved
(10 Nov 2021)
GlobalProtect login is now working correctly again.
Reducing time pressures
(10 Nov 2021)
The deadline for sending your ideas about how we might work differently in the future is Friday, 12 November.
Take part in a university reputation survey
(10 Nov 2021)
You are invited to take part in a short online survey about university reputation, managed by The World 100 Reputation Network
Nominations open: Honorary degrees, Medals of Honour and national honours
(10 Nov 2021)
Your chance to honour remarkable individuals who have made outstanding contributions to society and embody our values
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(10 Nov 2021)
Updates on the new home and electronics scheme, a free complementary therapies course, support for your mental health, coming together on Armistice Day and supporting the Wood Street Mission Christmas Appeal.
Donate a Christmas gift to this year's Wood Street Mission Appeal
(11 Nov 2021)
Help support struggling families across Manchester and Salford by gifting something special for them to open on Christmas Day
Last chance to register for the annual research staff conference
(11 Nov 2021)
Join us on Monday, 15 November 2021 where we will be discussing research culture and leadership and hearing from some of our research stafff excellence award winners
Online Irene Manton Linnean Society Annual Lecture
(12 Nov 2021)
The Linnean Society is welcomed back for the second online Irene Manton lecture on 7 December 2021
Pensions – work yours out and have your say
(12 Nov 2021)
Use the modelling tool on the consultation website for USS members and give your views on proposed changes to the pension scheme
What can AI do for arts, culture and creativity research at our University?
(12 Nov 2021)
Join us on Wednesday, 15 December at 3pm
Health and wellbeing massages available
(12 Nov 2021)
Miriam Waters-Lopez will be offering therapeutic massage appointments on Mondays at the Wellbeing Rooms
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics around Manchester
(12 Nov 2021)
Pop-up clinics will continue to offer vaccinations
Stan’s Secret Santa: Manchester Museum’s Christmas gift appeal
(12 Nov 2021)
This has been a difficult year for so many already, and with energy and food price increases, the preparations for Christmas present even more challenges for some
Manchester Access Programme applications now open
(12 Nov 2021)
The Manchester Access Programme (MAP) is our University's central widening participation scheme for local Year 12 students in Greater Manchester
Unfunded monograph authors: enter our competition to win Open Access funding
(15 Nov 2021)
You can enter if you will soon be publishing a monograph, or if you published one on or after 1 January 2021.
Manchester, Melbourne and Toronto alliance for post-COVID university landscape
(15 Nov 2021)
Student exchanges, joint research projects and mutual bids to work with some of the world’s biggest businesses and funders will be part of a new post-COVID alliance between the universities of Manchester, Melbourne and Toronto
Ever thought about becoming a school governor?
(15 Nov 2021)
A number of local schools are looking to recruit new governors
Christmas offer: Free delivery to your desk from Manchester Museum Shop!
(15 Nov 2021)
Fill Santa’s sack the easy way with a full range of sustainable gifts for all ages with 10% off for University staff
Estranged Students Solidarity Week: find out more about support available
(15 Nov 2021)
Estranged Students Solidarity Week takes place from 22-26 November - find out more about staff training for supporting estranged and care experienced students
Street food market returns to campus
(15 Nov 2021)
The popular Levy Market will be on campus on Tuesday, 16 November with all your street food favourites
Recycling single-use face masks
(16 Nov 2021)
You can now recycle your single-use face masks in specially-marked bins across campus
The launch of Sustainable Futures
(16 Nov 2021)
The University of Manchester externally launched Sustainable Futures with a showcase event on Wednesday 20 October, 2021
Paterson Redevelopment Project: progress so far
(16 Nov 2021)
Professor Nic Jones, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC) outlines the progress of the Paterson Redevelopment Project and the topping out milestone
Festive cups now available in Food on Campus outlets
(16 Nov 2021)
Three designs are available to brighten up winter days
Workshops available from the Counselling Service
(16 Nov 2021)
You can book a place on the latest workshops
Cath Davies wins prestigious Papin Prize
(16 Nov 2021)
Henry Royce Institute and Photon Science Institute (PSI) Technical Operations Manager Cath Davies has been awarded a Papin Prize – the UK’s only award dedicated to celebrating technical excellence in higher education and research
Manchester marks Living Wage Week
(17 Nov 2021)
The leader elect of the Council has stated Manchester’s determination to become an accredited Living Wage City next year
Calling all PhD students working on the Environment and Health
(17 Nov 2021)
Help us connect Early Career Researchers working on issues relating to the environment and health across the University
Environment Agency launches Flood Action Campaign
(17 Nov 2021)
Flood Action Week from Monday, 22 to Sunday, 28 November provides information to help people in flood risk areas
Car parks update: preparing for pay-as-you-go scheme
(17 Nov 2021)
Equipment and software upgrades are underway in preparation for the January 2022 launch of the car parks pay-as-you-go scheme
Reminder: Christmas and New Year closure dates
(17 Nov 2021)
A reminder of the closure dates over the Christmas and New Year period for your diaries
Join our Radical Readers November book group
(17 Nov 2021)
The group is meeting on Thursday, 25 November at 6pm
Supporting Transgender Day of Remembrance
(17 Nov 2021)
For the ninth year running our University will mark Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) to honour those who have lost their lives to transphobia in the last 12 months
Henshaws Carols by Candlelight
(17 Nov 2021)
Join the festivities at Manchester Cathedral on Thursday, 16 December
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(17 Nov 2021)
Christmas is coming to Jodrell Bank, wellbeing news, how to support local fundraising efforts and join the Transgender Day of Remembrance....
Learn, Lead, Progress – Supporting your future
(18 Nov 2021)
As part of our Learn, Lead, Progress campaign, Staff Learning and Development is sharing resources, ideas, guidance and opportunities to support your personal development and career progression
Donate a Christmas gift to this year's Wood Street Mission Appeal
(18 Nov 2021)
Help support struggling families across Manchester and Salford by gifting something special for them to open on Christmas Day
University and College Union (UCU) industrial action announcement
(18 Nov 2021)
On Tuesday (16 November), we received confirmation from UCU that they will be taking industrial action from Wednesday, 1 December 2021
Hospitality on Campus dish up festive lunch options
(18 Nov 2021)
The Hospitality on Campus team are delivering a selection of festive treats this season to help cater for team celebrations taking place in the run up to Christmas
Bee Network cycle hire scheme trial launches
(19 Nov 2021)
A public trial of a cycle hire programme has launched following a testing phase
Staying warm and keeping COVID-safe on campus
(19 Nov 2021)
Our University is following Government guidance on ventilation and air conditioning to protect colleagues against the risk of COVID-19, whilst keeping everyone comfortable on campus during the winter months
Research staff come together virtually for annual conference
(19 Nov 2021)
This year's conference took place on 15 November
Local WI takes on stellar knitting challenge
(19 Nov 2021)
Members of the Jodrell Side WI knitted 42 6ft long scarves to match the diameter of the iconic Lovell telescope at Jodrell Bank Observatory
Acquittal outcome
(19 Nov 2021)
Statement
Important information about Semester 2 teaching resources
(19 Nov 2021)
Preparing for Semester 2
Become a Microsoft 365 Digital Champion and make a difference
(22 Nov 2021)
Staff and researchers are invited to apply for a chance to become one of our Microsoft 365 Digital Champions
Street food market returns to campus
(22 Nov 2021)
The popular Levy Market will be on campus on Tuesday, 23 November with all your street food favourites
Book now: Open meeting focusing on pensions with the Senior Leadership Team
(22 Nov 2021)
Wednesday, 8 December, 1-2pm
White Ribbon Day
(22 Nov 2021)
Campaign to end violence against women starts on Thursday, 25 November
Manchester Aquatics Centre refurbishment
(22 Nov 2021)
Manchester Aquatics Centre will close for refurbishment on Friday, 26 November - reduced programme of public swimming will continue
City and United stars back #BeeWell
(22 Nov 2021)
Foden, Lingard and Toone back our survey of young people’s wellbeing with the Anna Freud Centre and Greater Manchester Combined Authority
Key Travel: customer service update plus new booking tools available
(23 Nov 2021)
An update on booking travel
IP Policy update and overview
(23 Nov 2021)
An overview of our recently-updated IP Policy
Hybrid working interview with Patrick Hackett
(23 Nov 2021)
Gemma Dale asks Patrick Hackett about his experience of hybrid working
Hebrew manuscripts added to Manchester Digital Collections
(23 Nov 2021)
The John Rylands Research Institute and Library is delighted to announce the addition of over a hundred manuscripts to the Hebrew Manuscripts collection on Manchester Digital Collections
Take part in a university reputation survey
(23 Nov 2021)
You are invited to take part in a short online survey about university reputation, managed by The World 100 Reputation Network
NERC Discipline Hopping - Call for proposals
(23 Nov 2021)
The aim of the call is to increase the inter- and multi-disciplinary capabilities of the researcher community in NERC relevant research areas
Schools unite to raise money for NHS and 999 heroes
(23 Nov 2021)
Two medical students have teamed up with a charity based in Manchester, raising money to build Britain’s first 999 Cenotaph to honour the 2 million people working in the NHS and emergency services
Being Muslim at UoM: Islamophobia Awareness Month 2021
(23 Nov 2021)
Invitation to our online roundtable event on Monday, 29 November at 12:30pm
Call for winter graduation student stories
(23 Nov 2021)
We're looking for winter graduation stories to showcase the fantastic achievements of our students
Christmas arrangements for pay, payroll deadlines, and recruitment
(24 Nov 2021)
End of month pay date will be Monday, 20 December 2021
Staff elections to the General Assembly
(24 Nov 2021)
Nominations are now open
UoM Climate Network meeting
(24 Nov 2021)
Join us on Thursday, 25 November
Figshare: Manage and publish your research data with our new repository
(24 Nov 2021)
Following its soft launch in summer 2021, the Research Lifecycle Programme is pleased to announce the formal launch of the University’s Figshare for Institutions research data repository
Hybrid recruitment process
(24 Nov 2021)
Inclusivity and fairness for hybrid interviews
University retains HR Excellence in Research Award
(24 Nov 2021)
The HR Excellence in Research Award was confirmed following a review process
Industrial action by University and College Union (UCU)
(24 Nov 2021)
Message from Adèle MacKinlay, Director of People and Organisational Development
Donate a Christmas gift to this year's Wood Street Mission Appeal
(25 Nov 2021)
Help support struggling families across Manchester and Salford by gifting something special for them to open on Christmas Day
Thank you from charity Shelter
(25 Nov 2021)
The charity Shelter want to say thank you for all your donations and invite you to a virtual talk on Giving Tuesday, 30 November and a community vigil on the 9th December.
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(25 Nov 2021)
Christmas is coming to Jodrell Bank, how to support local Christmas appeals, you’re invited to a talk by charity Shelter and a community vigil
Wear the White Ribbon today
(25 Nov 2021)
Why we’re supporting sixteen days of action to end violence against women, starting today (Thursday, 25 November) - pick up a White Ribbon at the Main Library and tag your photos on Twitter or Instagram @OfficialUoM
Tour of Data Visualisation Observatory and Behavioural Research Laboratory
(25 Nov 2021)
Book a tour of Alliance Manchester Business School's (AMBS's) Data Visualisation Observatory (DVO) and Behavioural Research Laboratory
Manchester Christmas Dinner: giving care leavers a day to remember
(25 Nov 2021)
Volunteers, including University colleagues, are preparing for this year's Manchester Christmas Dinner - and you can help too
Welcome for new Melbourne, Toronto, Manchester global alliance
(25 Nov 2021)
There has been a warm welcome from around the world for the new Alliance between our University and the universities of Melbourne and Toronto
Spotlight on: the Disabled Staff Network
(25 Nov 2021)
Find out more and how to join
Urgent reminder: Have you requested your Windows 10 upgrade?
(25 Nov 2021)
If you are responsible for a University laptop or desktop computer that is operating on Windows 7, it is imperative that you take action and request an upgrade for your device before Friday, 10 December 2021.
SCONUL Access Scheme reopens: apply for membership via the Library
(25 Nov 2021)
The SCONUL Access Scheme has reopened, having been suspended in 2020 because of the pandemic.
Book now: Open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
(26 Nov 2021)
Our next meeting is on Wednesday, 1 December, 11am – 12pm on Zoom
Industrial action by University and College Union (UCU) – further guidance
(26 Nov 2021)
University and Colleges Employers’ Association (UCEA) answers questions colleagues may have ahead of industrial action next week (1 – 3 December)
Bee Network cycle hire: roadshow event
(26 Nov 2021)
Find out about this innovative cycle hire scheme at a roadshow event, and get a free 15-minute ride
Medals of Honour for Gillian Easson, Dr Paul Martin OBE and Jonathan Schofield
(26 Nov 2021)
Our highest Medal award was conferred on Gillian Easson, former Pro-Chancellor, Dr Paul Martin OBE, Chief Executive, LGBT Foundation, and Jonathan Schofield, writer and North West tour guide, for their exceptional contributions to the University, Manchester and beyond
Celebrating Alf’s Act
(26 Nov 2021)
Our Disabled Staff Network, Manchester Histories and the family of the late Lord Alf Morris of Manchester reach finals in Manchester Culture Awards
Accessible teaching and learning in higher education
(26 Nov 2021)
Join our talk and find out more about accessible teaching and learning
New COVID variant
(26 Nov 2021)
Message from Professor Nalin Thakkar, Vice-President for Social Responsibility and Chair of the Campus Management Group
Street food market returns to campus
(26 Nov 2021)
The popular Levy Market will be on campus on Tuesday, 30 November with all your street food favourites
Giving Tuesday nearly here
(29 Nov 2021)
Giving Tuesday, the international day of giving back, is on Tuesday, 30th November.
Making a Difference Awards 2022 – open for entries
(29 Nov 2021)
Our annual Making a Difference Awards are open for entries from 29 November 2021- 17 January 2022 - enter or nominate now
Join colleagues in marking International Day of Persons with Disabilities
(29 Nov 2021)
The annual day aims to promote the rights and wellbeing of persons with disabilities, as well as increase awareness of disability issues
Important update: Face coverings mandatory on campus
(29 Nov 2021)
Message from Professor Nalin Thakkar, Chair of the Campus Management Group
Essential maintenance on UoM_WiFi and UoM_Guest networks
(29 Nov 2021)
IT Services need to apply a change to both the UoM_WiFi and UoM_Guest Wi-Fi networks.
Exam and assessment support for students from the Library
(30 Nov 2021)
The Library is offering online and in-person exam and assessment support for students this Winter, including workshops, online resources and drop-in support
Re-write Cancer on #GivingTuesday
(30 Nov 2021)
Last year, over 6,500 alumni, staff, students and friends made generous gifts to support The University of Manchester, raising an incredible £660,000.
Giving Tuesday – the international day to give back
(30 Nov 2021)
In these difficult times, #GivingTuesday is a day where you can do something to support the good causes that mean so much to you
Thank you for your Payroll Giving Donations
(30 Nov 2021)
Today is Giving Tuesday the international day of giving and we wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for all your donations via our Payroll Giving Scheme.
Food on Campus outlets: closure for staff training
(30 Nov 2021)
Some of our Food on Campus outlets will be closed on 1, 2 and 3 December
Three University projects crowned winners at construction awards
(30 Nov 2021)
Jodrell Bank and Manchester Museum were among the award winners at a ceremony in Liverpool
Blackwell's author event: Terri White and Heidi James
(30 Nov 2021)
Tuesday, 7 December
Student occupation on campus
(30 Nov 2021)
Statement