Staff announcements
Interdisciplinary research sessions to foster collaboration
(29 Jan 2026)
Join our Research platforms for the Interdisciplinarity&: 2026 Series - one of the themes of our Research culture and environment framework.
Open Access monograph competition 2025/26
(28 Jan 2026)
Winners will receive Library funding to make their published monograph Open Access – enter by Friday, 27 February.
Changes when signing into Microsoft 365
(27 Jan 2026)
Oracle CRM system - upcoming downtime
(23 Jan 2026)
Oracle Customer Relationship Management (CRM) will be unavailable from 10am on Thursday 26 February until 10am on Tuesday 3 March 2026 as part of a necessary system upgrade which will ensure the system remains secure.
Disruptions at Manchester Piccadilly announced for February 2026
(22 Jan 2026)
Most train services that run through Manchester Piccadilly will be affected by planned closure from Saturday, 14 February, until Sunday, 22 February, and then again on Sunday, 22 March (until 1pm).
Financial wellbeing and retirement planning sessions
(22 Jan 2026)
More dates added to our series helping colleagues explore a range of financial wellbeing resources to help you save money, plan for tomorrow, and make confident financial choices.
New funding for research with key international strategic partnerships
(21 Jan 2026)
New joint research calls with Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India and the Chinese University of Hong Kong
Open sessions: Social responsibility, civic engagement and public engagement
(19 Jan 2026)
Find out more about our commitment to social responsibility and civic engagement
Don’t miss out: Nominate a colleague for a Distinguished Achievement Award
(16 Jan 2026)
Potential Wi-Fi disruption on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 January
(16 Jan 2026)
Essential maintenance is needed on the University’s Wi-Fi service, and this may result in degradation or loss of Wi-Fi access in some areas on campus and in halls of residence, for a few minutes.
Support for colleagues and students during the exam and assessment period
(14 Jan 2026)
Supporting students and supporting yourself: practical tools and wellbeing resources for the exam and assessment period.
No Time to Waste on New Year's Resolutions!
(12 Jan 2026)
The New Year is the perfect time to reflect and set intentions for a greener, healthier future. Download our sustainable rewards app and start earning points today.
Cleaning up Dropbox storage for former colleagues
(09 Jan 2026)
We are removing Dropbox accounts which are no longer accessible so we can continue to provide this service for external collaboration and avoid the over-retention of unneeded files.
New year’s resolutions that give back
(08 Jan 2026)
Three volunteer days: three opportunities for impact
Purple Place – January Offers
(07 Jan 2026)
Focus on wellbeing this January
Opportunity: Chief Executive Officer, Unit M
(07 Jan 2026)
We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to join Unit M, the University’s new innovation unit, to help unleash the University’s full innovation potential to benefit our region and the wider world.
Changes to purchasing food and drink on cost codes within Campus Cafés
(06 Jan 2026)
The UniCafé and Hospitality teams are making changes to the way food and drink is purchased within cafés and restaurants on campus using account and project codes, with the aim to make it easier and more sustainable for all.
What’s on in January?
(05 Jan 2026)
Welcome to January’s edition of ‘What’s on?’. Here you will find everything you can get involved in for free each month, ranging from cultural, extracurricular and celebratory events and activities.
Returning after the break: IT advice
(05 Jan 2026)
How to get set up if you’re returning to work with a new laptop, phone or tablet.
Xerox Printers unavailable on Tuesday 6 January 2026
(18 Dec 2025)
IT Services are performing the annual upgrade on the Xerox printing system, so the Xerox Multi-Function Devices (MFDs) will be unavailable for use on Tuesday 6 January 2026.
Staying healthy during flu outbreaks: guidance for colleagues
(17 Dec 2025)
Flu and other winter illnesses are currently on the rise, and local health partners are advising extra care over the coming weeks.
Building positive research communities – Research Staff Conference 2026
(17 Dec 2025)
Join your peers from UoM, Salford University and Manchester Metropolitan University for a day of collaboration, learning, and inspiration on Thursday, 29 January.
Connect is coming to People in 2026
(16 Dec 2025)
People Services, Recruitment Services, Reward & Benefits, and Pensions are moving into Connect in 2026
Take a walking tour of our campus spaces - Keep It On Campus 2026
(15 Dec 2025)
The Conferences & Venues team are preparing for next year’s Keep It On Campus event, which will be taking place on the 7 and 8 of January 2026.
Supporting our students over the festive break
(12 Dec 2025)
As we enter winter teaching break from Monday, 22 December 2025, it’s important to remind colleagues that comprehensive support remains available for students throughout the festive period.
New joint research call with the University of Washington, Seattle – now open!
(11 Dec 2025)
The new fund will close at the end of January – plus details of other global partnership funds.
What you need to do ahead of the festive break
(09 Dec 2025)
Key reminders for colleagues ahead of the festive break, including around car park closures and building closing/opening times.
Protect yourself from phishing
(08 Dec 2025)
Tips and advice to protect yourself and the University from phishing attacks
Developing our People Leaders
(05 Dec 2025)
New development opportunities for managers and people leaders
Win a signed Haaland Man City shirt and support the Manchester Christmas Dinner
(02 Dec 2025)
The Manchester Christmas Dinner is an annual project founded in 2013 by our former Chancellor, Lemn Sissay OBE. Donate today to help make sure no Care Leaver aged 18 to 25 years feels alone on Christmas Day.