News archive – February 2023
Unfunded monograph authors: enter the Library’s OA funding competition
(01 Feb 2023)
There’s just under one month left to enter the Library’s competition to win Open Access funding
Mandatory fire awareness e-learning
(01 Feb 2023)
Colleagues new to our University must complete it, and all colleagues must take it as a refresher course
Maintenance affecting University phone lines
(01 Feb 2023)
IT Services are performing maintenance on University phone lines between 6pm and 8pm on Thursday 2 February.
Manchester-India relationship gathers momentum
(01 Feb 2023)
Our University’s strong relationship with India has taken another step forward, with two high level delegations on campus in January
Online event: Being Muslim at Manchester with Chancellor Nazir Afzal
(01 Feb 2023)
Providing a unique opportunity for all colleagues, both Muslim and non-Muslim, to come together to discuss shared experiences and learn more about how to be a truly inclusive university
Watch live: Professional Services Open Meeting
(02 Feb 2023)
Today, 3-4pm
Appointment of our first Chief Information Security Officer
(02 Feb 2023)
Heather Lowrie has been appointed as our University’s first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and will be joining IT Services at the start of May 2023
Time to talk day
(02 Feb 2023)
Join the nations’ biggest mental health conversation
People and OD policy updates
(02 Feb 2023)
Updates and changes to People and OD policies
Furniture Store relocation to Simon Building
(03 Feb 2023)
The Furniture Store is moving location from Monday, 6 February
Andrew Wilkinson appointed President of TenU
(03 Feb 2023)
TenU, the collaboration of leading UK, US and mainland European technology transfer organisations, has appointed Andrew Wilkinson, CEO of the University of Manchester Innovation Factory, as its new President
New restaurant The Beehive opens on campus
(03 Feb 2023)
The new restaurant is situated within the historic Oddfellows Hall
SharePoint 2010 migration to SharePoint Online: what you need to do
(03 Feb 2023)
We’ll shortly start the migration process for SharePoint 2010 sites - where the owners have asked us to do this for them
One in Two podcast marks World Cancer Day
(03 Feb 2023)
To mark World Cancer Day, we have released a special episode of our cancer research podcast
Book now: our latest Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement session
(06 Feb 2023)
The session will cover our work on social inclusion, from our global programmes to our work with local apprentices
Help shape the future of public engagement at our University
(06 Feb 2023)
Share your thoughts on how well we engage the public in our research, teaching and cultural activities
Manchester alumni named among India’s top 75 young achievers
(06 Feb 2023)
Four alumni honoured for their achievements
LGBT+ history month - support available
(06 Feb 2023)
Support available for our LGBT+ community at the University
Ordering research resources from the Library
(06 Feb 2023)
Use the Library's Order a Book, Order a Chapter and Order an Article services to get what you need
Car Parks Office: revised opening times
(07 Feb 2023)
Opening times will change on Friday, 10 and Monday, 13 February
Join our next book club meeting
(07 Feb 2023)
The next meeting is on Friday, 24 February from 12:30pm until 1:30pm
Support our knit sale in aid of British Heart Foundation
(07 Feb 2023)
InStitches, the University knitting and stitching group, is holding a charity sale of work on Wednesday, 8 February from 12pm-2pm in the Students’ Union foyer
Student Experience Internships: applications now open
(07 Feb 2023)
The programme offers penultimate year undergraduates the opportunity to undertake an internship within our University or with a local charity/not-for-profit organisation
Get your COVID-19 booster on campus today
(08 Feb 2023)
A pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be taking place on Wednesday, 8 February 2023 between 11am-3pm
Submit your nominations for the Senate election 2023
(08 Feb 2023)
A number of appointments to the elected category of Senate’s membership will terminate on 31 August 2023
Leading academic and MBA candidate named on Northern Power Women lists
(08 Feb 2023)
Professor Jill Rubery is named on the 2023 Northern Power Women Awards Power List, and Nkem Igwe is on the Futures List
First chance to come together and share your bicentenary ideas
(08 Feb 2023)
Help us celebrate two centuries of education, discovery and impact – first online staff collaboration on Monday, 13 February
Tickets available to book: Golden Mummies of Egypt exhibition
(08 Feb 2023)
Manchester Museum will be the only UK venue showcasing this extraordinary exhibition
Supporting you during the Turkey-Syria earthquakes
(08 Feb 2023)
At The University of Manchester, we understand that global events and natural disasters can have a profound impact on members of our community, be that our staff or student population
Small number of students occupying University buildings
(09 Feb 2023)
Overnight a small number of individuals have gained unauthorised access to some parts of three University-owned buildings, MECD, Samuel Alexander Building and the John Owens Building
Improvements in managing course units and programmes
(09 Feb 2023)
A better experience for both students and colleagues
Comedy icon teams up with universities to launch new learning centre
(09 Feb 2023)
Local universities, donors and comedian Peter Kay join forces to help social mobility at launch of new learning centre in Salford
Nominations are open for our Rewarding exceptional performance scheme
(10 Feb 2023)
There's still time to submit a nomination - our scheme closes on Tuesday, 28 February 2023
Turkey-Syria earthquakes: how you can help
(10 Feb 2023)
We're highlighting a range of trusted organisations and charities providing relief and support in the affected areas
Sustainable Development Goals to be incorporated into all UoM courses
(10 Feb 2023)
Pilot project continues to highlight our world-leading place in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals
Reporting process for participation in strike action
(10 Feb 2023)
A message from Andrew Mullen, Deputy Director of People and Organisational Development
LBGT+ history month – spotlight on ALLOUT
(13 Feb 2023)
Celebrating our ALLOUT staff network
Love from Manchester
(13 Feb 2023)
Our cardiovascular research showcased during National Heart Health Month
Assessment optionality: help to shape our research
(13 Feb 2023)
All staff who teach students are invited to complete a survey as part of a project to investigate academic and student opinions on the feasibility and practicality of assessment optionality
Find out more about our University of Sanctuary network
(14 Feb 2023)
Do you work with, or are you interested in our University's work with, refugees, asylum seekers and those forcibly displaced from home?
Campus Solutions Student System downtime
(14 Feb 2023)
IT Services are performing maintenance on the Campus Solutions Student System.
Wood Street Mission Lottery winner
(14 Feb 2023)
Announcing the winner of the February 2023 draw
Wisdom from ‘The West’ Conference
(14 Feb 2023)
Three day conference (15-17 March 2023) celebrating the work of Professor Catharine West
Dilworth Street car park - drainage works
(15 Feb 2023)
On Thursday, 16 February drainage cleaning will be taking place on Dilworth Street car park
Book now: Open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
(15 Feb 2023)
Book now to find out more about the University’s bicentenary activities in 2024 and to ask the panel a question
New preferential rates for Hyatt Regency and Hyatt House, Oxford Road
(15 Feb 2023)
Details of preferential booking rates for 2023
Update: Reporting process for participation in strike action
(15 Feb 2023)
A message from Andrew Mullen, Deputy Director of People and Organisational Development
Supporting our students during the current industrial action
(15 Feb 2023)
An update on what we are doing to minimise the impact of the current industrial action on our students
Get involved in our International Women’s Day activity
(16 Feb 2023)
Events and activities will take place across our University next month to celebrate International Women's Day on 8 March
Free eye tests and contact lens fittings available at University clinic
(16 Feb 2023)
Free eye examinations, contact lens checks and fittings, and appointments for children can be made in our specialist Optometry Clinic
Museum reopening: a season of events to mark new beginnings
(17 Feb 2023)
Manchester Museum has announced an unmissable programme of events as part of its reopening celebrations
Final reminder: confirm availability to teach if applicable for 2023/4 timetable
(17 Feb 2023)
The deadlines to complete the existing Flexible Working Arrangement (FWA) survey or to complete an application for a Teaching Availability Arrangement (TAA) are midnight on Tuesday 28 February 2023.
University ranked 30th in Stonewall’s Top 100 Workplace Equality Index
(17 Feb 2023)
Our University achieves Gold award for meeting criteria around LGBT+ inclusion
Closing soon: Library Open Access monograph competition
(17 Feb 2023)
Unfunded monograph authors: there’s just one week to enter the competition to win funding to make your monograph Open Access
Celebrating our Manchester-Melbourne research collaboration
(17 Feb 2023)
The inaugural Cookson Scholars Conference took place virtually on 8 and 9 February 2023
UCU strike action paused for the next two weeks
(18 Feb 2023)
Strike action due to take place on 21, 22, 23, 27, 28 February and 1, 2 March, will not now go ahead.
Watch the recording of our recent Professional Services open meeting
(20 Feb 2023)
You can watch the recording of our latest Professional Services open meeting, which took place on 2 February 2023
Bone density tests at the Sugden Centre
(20 Feb 2023)
Book an appointment on Tuesday, 14 March
Closing soon: Rewarding exceptional performance scheme
(21 Feb 2023)
It's not too late to submit a nomination - our scheme closes on Tuesday, 28 February 2023
Global Graduates: encourage our students to apply
(21 Feb 2023)
Creating opportunities for Widening Participation students
My Manchester access issues - resolved
(21 Feb 2023)
Issues with access to My Manchester website were reported on the morning of 21 February.
Do you use Virtual Reality technology in your teaching or research?
(21 Feb 2023)
Complete our quick survey on current and future use of VR technology at our University
Join our Big Fairtrade Get Together with Food on Campus Mcr
(22 Feb 2023)
Food on Campus Mcr would like to invite you to join a free event in University Place on Wednesday, 1 March to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight 2023
Thousands visit Museum during weekend reopening
(22 Feb 2023)
The much-loved Manchester Museum reopened its doors on Saturday, 18 February at 10am
Microsoft Teams Voice training video now available to view
(22 Feb 2023)
Whether you currently have a phone number or not, if you are on a relevant Microsoft staff licence, * you will receive a number this year within Teams Voice, as our University gets ready for the national switchover to internet phone calling
Viewpoint: April McMahon
(23 Feb 2023)
The hype and reality of ChatGPT: Exploring its impact on teaching and learning
Could you volunteer at our Purple Wave events?
(23 Feb 2023)
Our UoM Sport team is looking for volunteers for their upcoming Purple Wave events in March and May
Last chance to nominate: Volunteer of the Year Awards 2023
(24 Feb 2023)
Nominations for this year's awards will close on Monday, 6 March 2023
Ukraine invasion anniversary: Minute's silence at 11am today
(24 Feb 2023)
The UK will hold a minute's silence to mark the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Manchester University Press and The Mill launch new event series
(24 Feb 2023)
Manchester University Press is delighted to announce a new collaboration with independent news outlet The Mill, to launch a new event series available exclusively to their subscribers
Team Rwanda: encourage our students to apply
(27 Feb 2023)
Creating opportunities for our Widening Participation students
Going Nuclear: Parliamentarians welcome roadmap for new energy mix
(27 Feb 2023)
Policy@Manchester's publication ‘Going Nuclear’ has been highlighted by a number of MPs and Lords
Updated course: Research Integrity training
(28 Feb 2023)
The course is a mandatory requirement for all colleagues whose role involves research
Help us develop our role in Addressing Health Inequalities
(28 Feb 2023)
Vice-President and Chancellor, Professor Nancy Rothwell to launch event to showcase research and bring colleagues together on Tuesday, 28 March – sign up now
bluedot festival day tickets now on sale
(28 Feb 2023)
You can now purchase day tickets for the award-winning music and science festival which is being held at Jodrell Bank from 20 until 23 July 2023
University appoints consultants to work on residences strategy
(28 Feb 2023)
Our University has appointed three professional services consultancies to consult on a major investment and development strategy for its student accommodation
Next steps on our current student occupations
(28 Feb 2023)
A message from Patrick Hackett, Registrar, Secretary and Chief Operating Officer (RSCOO)