News archive – February 2022
Reminder: Planned network downtime from 7pm on Weds 2 and Thurs 3 February
(01 Feb 2022)
Upcoming IT maintenance will cause disruption to network access
Spotlight on: ALLOUT
(01 Feb 2022)
February is LGBT+ History Month, so it’s timely to learn more about ALLOUT, our LGBT+ Staff Network Group
Funding call: collaborative research in digital health
(01 Feb 2022)
The funding competition from the Joint Translational Centre for Digital Health Research is open to all staff
Student Volunteering Week: Help us reach 15,000 volunteer hours!
(01 Feb 2022)
This year it will run from Monday, 7 February until Sunday, 13 February
National Student Survey opens on 7 February
(01 Feb 2022)
A message from Professor April McMahon, Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students
#BeeWell announces funding award from BBC Children in Need
(01 Feb 2022)
The three-year funding award will further support young people to play a leading role in the response to the #BeeWell mental health and wellbeing survey – the largest of its kind in the country
World Cancer Day: The changing landscape of cancer research
(01 Feb 2022)
Join us for an exclusive event, taking place on Friday, 4 February 2022 at 12.30pm for World Cancer Day.
Returning to hybrid working
(02 Feb 2022)
A message from Patrick Hackett about the PS hybrid working pilot
Supporting action on nature and biodiversity: join our group
(02 Feb 2022)
We're looking for members to join our Nature Action Group
Dr Alexander Gardner-McTaggart appointed UMW academic theme lead
(02 Feb 2022)
A message from Professor Danielle George, Associate Vice President for Blended and Flexible Learning
Time to Talk Day, Thursday 3 February
(02 Feb 2022)
Join the national conversation about mental health
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(02 Feb 2022)
Join ALLOUT, save on campus, discounts and cancer and heart health awareness and a volunteering opportunity at The Whitworth.
IT issues under investigation - update 3
(03 Feb 2022)
Updates about issues with GlobalProtect and My Manchester
Clean Air Zone protests: severe delays expected
(03 Feb 2022)
The protests are expected to cause severe delays on roads across Manchester today (Thursday, 3 February)
New policy publication On Cancer – launched for World Cancer Day
(04 Feb 2022)
The publication brings together pioneering research and expertise
Sustainable Futures seminar series
(04 Feb 2022)
The event will see separate talks from Dr Ian Mell and Professor Kevin Taylor
Try Bee Network Cycle Hire for free
(04 Feb 2022)
Following a successful public trial last year, the latest promotional event will be held at MediaCity in Salford on Tuesday, 8 February
bluedot 2022 tickets now on sale
(04 Feb 2022)
The festival returns to Jodrell Bank Observatory from 21 - 24 July 2022
Chinese New Year lion dance on campus
(04 Feb 2022)
On Tuesday, 8 February Manchester Confucius Institute invites you to enjoy a traditional, fun and colourful Chinese lion dance
Sign up for our Be Active classes
(04 Feb 2022)
It's not too late to book your place on our eight-week fitness classes
Greenhouse Café to reopen
(04 Feb 2022)
On Monday, 7 February the Greenhouse Café in George Kenyon building will re-open its doors
Get involved in our Community Festival
(04 Feb 2022)
Our annual Community Festival is being held this year on Saturday, 25 June
Let's talk recycling!
(07 Feb 2022)
It's Recycle Week from 7 - 11 February
Sign up for our March wellbeing webinars
(07 Feb 2022)
Join us for our March wellbeing webinars
Flood remedial work update
(07 Feb 2022)
Student Services now open, North and South wings of Samuel Alexander Building open today (Monday, 7 February) and all work due to be completed by mid-March
Increase in bike theft on campus
(07 Feb 2022)
Information on how to keep your bikes safe
Reminder: school governor webinar this week
(07 Feb 2022)
Book now for our webinar, Becoming a school governor on Thursday (10 February)
IT issues - update 4
(07 Feb 2022)
Information about issues with the IT login service, first reported on Monday afternoon.
COVID safe? It’s our ancestors we should be thanking
(08 Feb 2022)
Some of the most important measures implemented to prevent the spread and severity of COVID can be traced back to our ancestors, says a Manchester scientist in a new book
Top rankings for University social media engagement in W100 report
(08 Feb 2022)
In the quarterly World100 social media report, our University has been ranked first worldwide for two engagement categories
UNESCO International Mother Language Day 2022
(08 Feb 2022)
Did you know there are around 200 languages spoken in Manchester at any one time?
Get 50% off LGBT+ books from Manchester University Press
(08 Feb 2022)
To mark LGBT+ History Month, Manchester University Press are offering 50% off selected titles during February
Recycle Week: understanding how and why we use single-use plastic
(09 Feb 2022)
It's Recycle Week from 7 - 11 February
Learn, Lead, Progress: inclusive learning for an inclusive community
(09 Feb 2022)
Find out more about inclusive learning
Rewarding Exceptional Performance open for nominations
(09 Feb 2022)
There's still time to submit a Rewarding Exceptional Performance Scheme nomination for PS staff
Wood Street Mission Lottery winner
(09 Feb 2022)
Announcing the winner of the February 2022 draw
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(10 Feb 2022)
As it’s Payroll Giving Week we are focussing on our nationally commended payroll giving scheme.
Emergency medicine expert named NIHR & RCEM Young Researcher of the Year
(10 Feb 2022)
Congratulations to Dr Anisa Jafar who has been named as Young Researcher of the Year by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) and the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM)
Take part in events to celebrate LGBT+ History Month
(11 Feb 2022)
Sign up to attend upcoming events focusing on Sport and Politics in Art
A thank you to our student volunteers
(11 Feb 2022)
The Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has thanked our student volunteers for their work in our communities
Plagiarism: fostering a culture of academic integrity
(11 Feb 2022)
With Plagiarism Prevention Day approaching on 19 February, get involved in the conversation and share best practice
Urgent: Travelling to Ukraine
(11 Feb 2022)
Important update for all staff and students
Watch live: Open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
(14 Feb 2022)
Watch today (Monday, 14 February) at 2:30pm
Consultancy – a first step to something incredible
(14 Feb 2022)
University launches our new consultancy service to make it quicker and easier for colleagues who want to make an impact
Election of our new Chancellor
(14 Feb 2022)
Nominations now open for the election of our new Chancellor – visit our University’s website for more information
Getting to know our Board of Governors
(14 Feb 2022)
We talk to Chair Edward Astle about who he is, how he and his colleagues support our University – and why he was drawn to this essential role
2-factor authentication for students is coming
(14 Feb 2022)
From Wednesday 9 March 2022, all undergraduate and postgraduate taught students (whether on or off campus) will need to use 2-factor authentication to log in to Blackboard, University email and Microsoft 365.
Meetings light week starts 21 February
(15 Feb 2022)
Future meetings light weeks will be timed to avoid school holidays following feedback from colleagues
Masterpiece played on Whitworth Hall organ notches up 5 million YouTube views
(15 Feb 2022)
Jonathan Scott of the acclaimed Scott Brothers Duo performs Bach's 'Air on the G String' in the video
Issues affecting usage of My Manchester - resolved
(15 Feb 2022)
Information about access to My Manchester
Eli and Britt Harari Graphene Enterprise Award 2022 launches
(15 Feb 2022)
The Masood Entrepreneurship Centre has launched its annual Eli and Britt Harari Graphene Enterprise Award competition, for novel ideas involving graphene and other 2D materials that have the potential to be commercialised
Student Volunteering Week smashes multiple records
(15 Feb 2022)
How our students have helped make a difference in our local communities for Student Volunteering Week
Upcoming author events at Blackwell's
(15 Feb 2022)
The bookshop on University Green has a programme of events coming up
Update on USS pension and UCU proposal
(15 Feb 2022)
A statement from the Committee of University Chairs
Watch the recording of our latest SLT open meeting
(15 Feb 2022)
Our first SLT 2022 open meeting took place on Monday, 14 February
Update on rescheduled graduation ceremonies: Classes of 2020 and 2021
(15 Feb 2022)
We can now confirm the full schedule of ceremonies, which will take place in the Whitworth Hall from Monday, 21 March to Friday, 8 April 2022
A passion for education – “a real leveller”
(16 Feb 2022)
We talk to one of our newest Board of Governors lay members, Jatin Patel about who he is, how he and his colleagues support our University – and why he was drawn to this essential role
University to block network access for remaining Windows 7 devices
(16 Feb 2022)
Windows 7 desktop computers (PCs), laptops, laboratory, and shared devices, that do not have formal approval and additional measures applied by IT Services, expose the University to increased cyber risk.
Managing for Wellbeing - new learning and development opportunities
(16 Feb 2022)
Launch of three new courses to provide managers with the awareness and skills to support staff with wellbeing at work
Global health expert named on 2022 Northern Power Women Future List
(16 Feb 2022)
Congratulations to Lecturer in Global Health Dr Omolade Femi-Ajao, who features on this year's Northern Power Women Future List
Free COVID-19 testing kits no longer available on campus after Friday
(16 Feb 2022)
After Friday, 18 February, staff and students will no longer be able to collect free testing kits on campus
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(17 Feb 2022)
Discounts, wellbeing and International Women's Day
Manchester graduates most targeted by UK’s top employers
(17 Feb 2022)
The independent annual review of graduates' prospects is carried out by High Fliers Research
Flexible learning – what does it mean for us?
(17 Feb 2022)
There are lots of misconceptions around flexible learning – but what is it exactly?
Amber and yellow weather warnings: Storm Eunice
(17 Feb 2022)
The Met Office has issued amber and yellow weather warnings for Storm Eunice with significant disruption expected
International Women’s Day talk - The Gendered Brain by Gina Rippon
(17 Feb 2022)
Don’t miss your opportunity to meet the neuroscientist and author shattering the myth of the gendered brain
Examining the ecological legacy of Britain’s cotton empire
(17 Feb 2022)
'Cottonopolis: lessons for environmental science through the hidden histories of Manchester' will be a co-collaboration between our Schools, disciplines and partners
Launch of the Research Risk Profiler tool
(17 Feb 2022)
Research and Business Engagement, in collaboration with the Research Lifecycle Programme, have launched the ‘Research Risk Profiler’, a tool that helps researchers navigate the increasingly complex risk and compliance landscape for research.
Faculty operational changes
(18 Feb 2022)
A message from Patrick Hackett, Registrar, Secretary and Chief Operating Officer
Network maintenance during March
(18 Feb 2022)
Upcoming IT maintenance may cause disruption to the Wi-Fi and wired network
Book now: Open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
(18 Feb 2022)
Our next PSLT online open meeting is on Wednesday, 16 March at 11:30am
Take part in our first Purple Wave event of 2022
(18 Feb 2022)
Run, jog or walk in our 2.5km and 5km event on Wednesday, 9 March
Digital Tools and Climate Responses
(18 Feb 2022)
A Digital Futures and Sustainable Futures cross-platform event
Changes to the recruitment process
(21 Feb 2022)
We are changing how we ask you to communicate with us
Dilworth Street car park temporary closure
(21 Feb 2022)
Dilworth Street car park will be closed from Monday, 7 March to Thursday, 14 April inclusive – permit holders will have access to Cecil Street and Booth Street West car parks
Car Parks Office – reduced opening times
(21 Feb 2022)
Car Parks Office will operate reduced opening times week commencing Monday, 28 February
University responds to latest USS consultation
(21 Feb 2022)
Our University is not able to support terms of UCU proposal – read response in full
Deadline approaching: Rewarding Exceptional Performance scheme
(22 Feb 2022)
The deadline is Friday, 25 February for submitting nominations
Manchester Museum announces reopening date
(22 Feb 2022)
The Museum is in the final phase of its £15million transformation project, hello future, and will reopen its doors to the public in February 2023
Inaugural workshop of the new Manchester Centre for Robotics and AI
(22 Feb 2022)
Sign up to attend by 10 March
Our University rises to 22nd on Stonewall’s Top 100 Employers List
(23 Feb 2022)
The Stonewall Workplace Equality Index ranks organisations on their commitment to creating welcoming environments for their LGBTQ+ staff
Learn, Lead, Progress: Manchester Gold mentoring programme
(23 Feb 2022)
Find out more how to apply as a mentor or mentee
USS pension scheme – important update
(23 Feb 2022)
Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) formally votes to implement package of reforms to pension scheme
‘Living with COVID’ - Updated COVID-19 guidance for staff
(23 Feb 2022)
A message from Professor Nalin Thakkar, Vice-President for Social Responsibility and chair of the Campus Management Group
Welcome to our first Board Sketch
(23 Feb 2022)
Designed to give you a little more insight into each of the Board of Governors meetings as part of our broader communications package
Chancellor pens his first book for children
(23 Feb 2022)
Don't Ask The Dragon by Chancellor Lemn Sissay is a heartwarming tale of friendship and longing
Scoping the RLP2: Calls for engagement
(23 Feb 2022)
The Research Lifecycle Programme (RLP) want to know how you would invest £20 million in supporting research activities.
Celebrating International Women's Day - 8 March 2022
(23 Feb 2022)
Events and activities will take place across our University
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
(24 Feb 2022)
How to get involved in university events, updates on staff discounts and wellbeing resources
New appointments in the Directorate for the Student Experience
(24 Feb 2022)
From 7 March, a new, consistent Professional Services management structure will start to be implemented across several teams, including within the Directorate for the Student Experience (DSE).
Update on recent media coverage regarding the Whitworth Art Gallery
(24 Feb 2022)
You may have seen that there has been some speculative media coverage initiated in the Guardian with regard to the Whitworth Art Gallery
Welcoming our new Chief Financial Officer
(24 Feb 2022)
Carol Prokopyszyn will be our new Chief Financial Officer starting in June 2022
Join our discussion on SDG 17 as part of SDG Action and Awareness Week
(24 Feb 2022)
Join us at 11am on Friday 4 March as we deliver the talk "The power of partnership: SDG 17 and university partnerships to achieve the goals" as part of SDG Action and Awareness Week (28 Feb -4 March)
Unfunded monograph authors competition
(25 Feb 2022)
Unfunded monograph authors: enter the Library’s competition to win OA funding by 25 March 2022.
Sustainability Challenge Photography Competition 2022: entries close soon
(25 Feb 2022)
Closing date is Friday, 4 March
Europe’s most ambitious innovation district cements deal
(25 Feb 2022)
Announced today (Friday, 25 February) the ID Manchester project has taken another important step forward, with completion of the £1.5 billion joint venture between The University of Manchester and Bruntwood SciTech
Research Costing Tool project: Decommissioning of pFACT
(25 Feb 2022)
BlackDackel, a web-based costing tool, has been implemented for the current Research Services Support cohort. As a result, the project will now enter a decommissioning phase of the old, unsupported costing system, pFACT.
Sample food and drink at our Fairtrade Fortnight event
(25 Feb 2022)
Come along to our Food on Campus event on Thursday, 3 March from 10am until 2pm in The Drum, University Place
New University asset management system is live
(25 Feb 2022)
From February 2022 there is a new place to access University visual content
AI initiatives: get involved
(25 Feb 2022)
Your chance to give your feedback
Changes to USS pension
(25 Feb 2022)
Clarification of effect on member pensions
Book now: Open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
(28 Feb 2022)
Our next PSLT online open meeting is on Wednesday, 16 March at 11:30am
Volunteer of the Year Awards 2022: entries close soon
(28 Feb 2022)
There's still time to submit entries
How is hybrid working, working for you?
(28 Feb 2022)
A development opportunity for people managers