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Latest news from the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures (SALC).
- Message from Alvin Birdi, Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students
This week Alvin, our new Vice-Dean for TLS, celebrates Welcome Week, looks back at Confirmation and Clearing, and forward to plans for further improving our students’ experience. (21 Sep 2026) - Students make an impact through Coursework for Change
As part of the Social Responsibility team’s ‘Coursework for Change’ campaign highlighting the work taking place across the University aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), some of our students have shared examples of their work which look to make a positive impact in addressing real-world sustainability issues. (21 Sep 2026) - Reminder for researchers and PS colleagues to submit public engagement data to HESA
The deadline for submitting public engagement information to the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) is Thursday 1 October. (18 Sep 2026) - The new AI in Teaching and Learning Policy in practice
An overview from Mark Carrigan, our Associate Dean for Digital Education, of what teaching colleagues need to do now in line with the University’s new AI in Teaching and Learning Policy. (18 Sep 2026) - From Manchester, for the world: what the International Delivery Plan means for Humanities
Our Associate Dean (International), Panos Sousounis, outlines the University’s newly launched International Delivery Plan and our Faculty’s role in making it a reality. (18 Sep 2026) - Message from the Vice-President and Dean
As we return to campus, Fiona looks forward to the new academic year. She reflects on admissions and developments across the University and Faculty, and celebrates new Academy of Social Sciences Fellows and research success. (07 Sep 2026) - Share your perspective in the Global Humanities Alliance Challenge: Democracy in Action
Staff and students at the University of Manchester are invited to take part in Democracy in Action, a new creative challenge from the Global Humanities Alliance (GHA) that explores how democracy is experienced in everyday life. (07 Sep 2026) - Preparing for the new AI in Teaching and Learning Policy
An update from Mark Carrigan, Associate Dean for Digital Education, Faculty of Humanities (25 Aug 2026) - Dr Ashley Mattheis receives Canvas Excellence Student Award for Digital Proficiency
Dr Ashley A. Mattheis, Lecturer in Digital Media and Culture, has received a Canvas Excellence Student Award for Digital Proficiency in recognition of the innovative design and delivery of her first-year Digital Activism course unit. (07 Aug 2026) - Cookson Scholar - international collaboration “exciting…a privilege”
Our Manchester-Melbourne Dual Award (Cookson Scholarships) 2026/27 is open for jointly awarded PhD projects – how teams can apply. (05 Aug 2026) - Update on the 2026/27 National Pay Award
National negotiations are continuing, with any agreed pay increase set to be backdated to 1 August 2026 (30 Jul 2026) - Strengthening our IT foundations: key milestones achieved and next steps ahead
Significant improvements to the University's IT infrastructure, security and digital services have been successfully delivered through the Evolve Programme, providing stronger foundations to support colleagues and students across the University. (30 Jul 2026) - Message from the Vice-President and Dean
In her last message until September, Fiona reflects on the end of the academic year and graduation, highlights recent partnership activity, and marks senior leadership changes and colleagues’ achievements. (27 Jul 2026) - AI, equity and the future of learning in higher education
From Manchester, so far – the Manchester Institute of Education’s recent conference brought together researchers, students and industry leaders to explore how AI can support more equitable, accessible and inclusive learning. (24 Jul 2026) - Inside the Lenagan Digital Teaching Laboratory: a new space for digital learning
From Manchester, so far – the new Lenagan Digital Teaching Laboratory is a flexible and collaborative space for students to learn, experiment and build skills for the future. (24 Jul 2026) - Research with impact: Tackling violence against women and girls
From Manchester, so far – a new research project led by colleagues in SoSS is bringing together academics, practitioners and policymakers to accelerate efforts to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls. (24 Jul 2026) - Building the future of work with AMBS and BNY
From Manchester, so far – a new partnership between AMBS and BNY is exploring what responsible, human-led AI could look like in practice. (24 Jul 2026) - Challenge Accepted: Meet the SEED Changemakers driving social impact
From Manchester, so far – The SEED Changemakers programme is a growing student-led initiative empowering undergraduates and postgraduates to create meaningful change both locally and globally. (24 Jul 2026) - Creating a meaningful fellowship community in Humanities
Want to know more about the benefits the Humanities Fellowship Academy brings? (21 Jul 2026) - Professor Jackie Stacey elected Fellow of the British Academy
Jackie Stacey, Professor of Cultural Studies, has been elected a Fellow of the British Academy, one of the highest honours awarded to scholars in the humanities and social sciences. (17 Jul 2026)