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News archive – February 2016

Do you know our procedures for dealing with young visitors?
01 Feb 2016
Reminder: Health and safety procedures for parents bringing their children into work

It’s 'Time to Talk' about mental health
01 Feb 2016
On Thursday, 4 February (11am – 2pm) in University Place Foyer and 1st Floor, Atrium

Rare Iranian newspaper archive documents 1979 Revolution
01 Feb 2016
The University has launched a two year project to digitise Iranian newspapers charting the Western-backed 1953 coup d'état against Iran’s popularly supported government and the 1979 Revolution

Unable to log into Staff email and calendar? Use Outlook Web App
01 Feb 2016
We're currently aware of an issue where a number of staff are unable to use the Outlook desktop software

Put your feet to work - you could walk away with £50
01 Feb 2016
Don’t be a desk jockey, join the University's walking event on 11 February and feel happier, healthier and more productive at work

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Piano Recital by Diana Lopszyc
01 Feb 2016
Thursday 4 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

LITERATURE LIVE: Jeanette Winterson "In Conversation" with Louise O’Neill
01 Feb 2016
Monday 22 February, 6.30pm, at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation

MECD's top moments of 2015
01 Feb 2016
Follow the MECD project through a challenging, busy and inspiring year

How to use The Marketplace safely
01 Feb 2016
The site is for the exclusive use of current staff and students, for both buying and selling

Manchester city centre travel update
01 Feb 2016
Roadworks on Portland Street and John Dalton Street

Equal Pay Review 2015
01 Feb 2016
The University's second Equal Pay Audit shows no significant pay gaps for staff in Grades 1-8 across gender, ethnicity and disability, and a narrowing of the overall pay gap in these grades since 2013

Friends of the Earth chief to give Grigor McClelland lecture
01 Feb 2016
Book a place at Alliance Manchester Business School’s annual tribute to former leader

Announcement regarding the Director of IT
01 Feb 2016
Gerry Pennell has resigned from his position as Director of IT with effect from 31 March 2016 and will be leaving The University of Manchester

Global Impact Awards for students wanting to travel in summer 2016
01 Feb 2016
Do you know of a student wanting to travel in the summer of 2016?

Making the best use of the IT Support Centre - Telephone or message?
02 Feb 2016
The IT Support Centre offers different types of support. Urgent queries are best dealt with by telephone, but some instructions are easier to follow on screen.

Travel advice following reports of spread of Zika virus
02 Feb 2016
Information for those travelling to South and Central America

Feminist piano piece debuts in perfect venue
02 Feb 2016
Diana Lopszyc to perform Kevin Malone's ‘Unsung Herstories’ in the Drawing Room of Elizabeth Gaskell’s House

Join The Brilliant Club!
02 Feb 2016
Meaningful, paid opportunity for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to teach their own research

Register for ‘Managing in the Round’
03 Feb 2016
Development programme aimed at middle managers

Job Opportunities in Halls of Residence
03 Feb 2016
Vacancies for Residential Pastoral Advisors

Inaugural Dorothy Emmet Lecture
03 Feb 2016
University celebrates pioneering woman and eminent philosopher on Thursday, 4 February (6pm) in Arts Theatre, Samuel Alexander Building

Presenting the Campus Masterplan
03 Feb 2016
A presentation by Head of Capital Projects and Assistant Director of Estates and Facilities, Steve Jordan, on the Campus Masterplan is now available online

Course Marketing Pages Project 2016 – Changes to Campus Solutions
03 Feb 2016
In June this year, new functionality will be available as a major improvement to the course marketing pages within the corporate website

Sexuality Summer School: Love and Its Others
03 Feb 2016
Bringing together postgraduates, researchers and international scholars with artists and filmmakers to facilitate dialogue and discussions from 23 to 27 May 2016

Diploma in Management and Leadership level 5
03 Feb 2016
The Staff Learning and Development Centre are inviting applications for the next cohort of the Diploma in Management and Leadership (Edexcel Level 5) which will begin on Wednesday, 3 May 2016

Free rush hour concert at the Chaplaincy
03 Feb 2016
On Monday, 8 February (5.20-6pm) in St Peter’s House, Oxford Road

Take five minutes today to talk about mental health
04 Feb 2016
It’s Time to Talk about mental health - join us today in the Foyer of University Place and the 1st Foor of the Atrium any time between 11am and 2pm

Find out how we’re working to help you stay safe
04 Feb 2016
On Tuesday 9 February, we're planning to make additional improvements to help our staff and students stay safe online.

Manchester University Music Society Opera: Castor et Pollux
04 Feb 2016
Thursday 11 and Saturday 13 February, 7pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

University preserves mosaics
04 Feb 2016
Artwork to be reinstated on completion of Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre

Staff benefits update
04 Feb 2016
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we have some new offers to give you options for the lady or man in your life - plus reduced price tickets for the Baby & Toddler Show (and a prize draw), savings on holidays and three great competitions!

Masterclass with Mark Fisher: How to Write About Theatre
04 Feb 2016
Wednesday 10 February, 1-2pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

World Cancer Day
04 Feb 2016
University marks 12 months of discovery in Manchester

Cakes for sale in John Owens
04 Feb 2016
The Time to Change bake sale had some many contributions that we have lots left over

UCan Suggest a Student
04 Feb 2016
But hurry - standing closes in under two weeks!

Swap and save in National Student Money Week
05 Feb 2016
Why shop when you can swap? Come to the iZone of University Place on 12 February from 12noon to 2pm

Celebrate Year of the Monkey with the Confucius Institute this Chinese New Year!
05 Feb 2016
Between 6 and 8 February 2016 in The Arndale Shopping Centre, St. Anns Square and HOME Manchester

University researcher lands prestigious role at CERN
05 Feb 2016
Dr Alexander Oh to lead international experts as they record collisions from the Large Hadron Collider

Book now for the HEI Seminar on 22nd February 2016.
05 Feb 2016
‘Attracting the Best – an overview of Manchester’s approach to student recruitment at home and abroad’

A changing sector: Where is science communication now?
08 Feb 2016
On Thursday, 18 February (8.30-10am) in Wellcome Wolfson Building, 165 Queen’s Gate, London, SW8 5HD, followed by online conversation on Friday, 19 February (12noon-1pm)

Get involved in BBC Learning science campaign
08 Feb 2016
What could you discover with the biggest sample size of children ever?

LIT LIVE: Jeanette Winterson “In Conversation” with Helen MacDonald
08 Feb 2016
Monday 29 February, 6.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Autism-friendly Early Opening at Manchester Museum
08 Feb 2016
Come along to enjoy and explore together on the second Saturday of every month

Happy New Year from the Confucius Institute
08 Feb 2016
Competition to win free Mandarin Language Tuition

New features on the podcasting service
08 Feb 2016
Changes include improvements to booking and editing

Wednesday Workshop: Yoga for Relaxation
08 Feb 2016
On Wednesday, 10 February (2.30-4pm) in the Wellbeing Rooms, Simon Building

Applications open for British Science Association's Media Fellowship
08 Feb 2016
A unique opportunity for practising scientists, clinicians and engineers to spend two to six weeks working at the heart of a media outlet such as the Guardian, BBC Breakfast or the Londonist

Registration now open for The Careers in Statistics Fair
08 Feb 2016
The Careers in Statistics Fair, to be held on Wednesday, 2 March 2016, will be an invaluable event for anyone interesting in the wide range of different statistical careers available

Wood Street Mission Lottery: February's winner
08 Feb 2016
Announcing the latest winner of the lottery which supports local families in need

Ballroom and Latin for Beginners: Free Taster Session
09 Feb 2016
On Wednesday 2 March 2016, at the Martin Harris Centre

Calling all you Grafters!
09 Feb 2016
People’s History Museum needs you to help document the changing workplace

New Campus Masterplan Website
09 Feb 2016

Manchester graduate honour at Pakistan’s first Education UK Alumni Awards
09 Feb 2016
Bilal Majeed takes Entrepreneurial award for his engineering design company supporting other business starters

Wake up and smell the jelly beans!
09 Feb 2016
Professor Matthew Cobb explains how the nose knows

Religious and LGBT? We need you!
09 Feb 2016
Explore religion, faith and sexuality on 18 February (12.30-1.30pm)

CLASS Network Conference is back
09 Feb 2016
Save the date: Wednesday, 23 March, 2016, (1-4 pm) in the Alan Turing Building

Behind the Scenes of Cancer Research UK
09 Feb 2016
Come along to see what happens inside a real-life cancer research laboratory

Manchester graduate honoured at Hong Kong Education UK Alumni Awards
10 Feb 2016
Kelvin Chan Tak On takes Entrepreneurial award for his 'paper world'

UMDS: Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards opening production: The Falls
10 Feb 2016
17-19 February, 7pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Network Rail works affecting rail services between Manchester and Crewe
10 Feb 2016
Train services will be disrupted by an 11-day closure from 13 to 24 February 2016

Policy Week punters happier than ever
10 Feb 2016
Attendees at Manchester Policy Week 2015 were more satisfied than ever before with what they saw and heard, a new infographic reveals

WATCH: President wishes our Chinese staff and students happy new year
10 Feb 2016
Video looks back at the year we hosted China’s President Xi Jinping and looks forward to the Year of the Monkey

Support our researchers at FameLab Northern England Regional Final
10 Feb 2016
Free event on Monday, 15 February 2016 (7.30pm) at Museum of Science and Industry (doors open from 6pm)

JustFest 2016 - volunteering opportunities for staff on Wednesday, 9 March
10 Feb 2016
We need your help as a staff volunteer to make JustFest 2016, The University of Manchester’s very own social justice festival, a success

Staff benefits update
10 Feb 2016
It’s the Valentine’s special - with choices for treating a loved one or yourself, breaks and luxury holidays for later in the year, new health discounts and options if you are thinking of getting married!

Chance to raise funds for conservation
11 Feb 2016
Help the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) manage pin badge boxes

Give a child a cracking Easter
11 Feb 2016
Wood Street Mission Easter Egg Appeal 2016

Sustainability in the Curriculum
11 Feb 2016
Share your experiences of engaging students in collaborative learning

Gender-equality award for Physics
11 Feb 2016
The Institute of Physics has announced that The University of Manchester is to be awarded Juno Champion status, recognising its commitment to embedding equality and diversity within its physics department.

Gender-equality award for Physics
11 Feb 2016
The Institute of Physics has announced that The University of Manchester is to be awarded Juno Champion status, recognising its commitment to embedding equality and diversity within its physics department.

Gender-equality award for Physics
11 Feb 2016
The Institute of Physics has announced that The University of Manchester is to be awarded Juno Champion status, recognising its commitment to embedding equality and diversity within its physics department.

Gender-equality award for Physics
11 Feb 2016
The Institute of Physics has announced that The University of Manchester is to be awarded Juno Champion status, recognising its commitment to embedding equality and diversity within its physics department.

MUMS Wind Ensemble and Student Compositions
12 Feb 2016
Saturday 20 February, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Team development opportunity through volunteering activity
12 Feb 2016
In support of our social responsibility agenda, the University is once again taking part in Give and Gain Day on 20 May 2016

Sackville Street temporary road closure
15 Feb 2016
There will be a temporary road closure in place on the North Campus from Friday, 4 March to Monday, 7 March during demolition of the Faraday Building and link bridge to make way for the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC)

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Roberto Carrillo-Garcia (Double-Bass)
15 Feb 2016
Thursday 18 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Register now for CLASS Network Conference
15 Feb 2016
On Wednesday, 23 March 2016 (1-4 pm) in Alan Turing Building

Wednesday Workshop series: Show Time/Burlesque
15 Feb 2016
On Wednesday, 17 February (2.30 – 4pm)

Sink or Swim: NBI's Product Innovation Workshop
15 Feb 2016
On Wednesday, 24 February 2016 (event 2-5pm, registration from 1.30pm) in University Place, 6th floor

Fake "Staff Notice" email - do not click the link in the email
15 Feb 2016
We've been made aware of a fake email entitled "Staff Notice". This is a phishing email and should be deleted.

Changes to staff and student ID numbers
16 Feb 2016
The SPOT IDs (Single Point Of Truth IDentifiers) have now been rolled over to 8 digits.

Time to Talk: a great response
16 Feb 2016
Thursday, 4 February was Time to Talk Day, the day for the nation to get talking about mental health and help remove the surrounding stigmas

Award-winning science presenter to speak at next engagement@manchester event
16 Feb 2016
Dr Sarah Bearchell will share the challenges and rewards of working with diverse audiences in 'One Step Beyond: Crossing the Barriers to Engagement' on 2 March 2016 (1–2.30pm), in Roscoe Building, Room 1.009

Do you have an interesting translational research idea?
16 Feb 2016
More than £1M funding available under the MRC CIC scheme: 2016 call now open, plus information event on 24 February

Have you completed your Diversity in the Workplace Training?
16 Feb 2016
Guided training session on 25 February (10am)

Calling all PhDs and Postdocs working in dementia-related fields
16 Feb 2016
Meet up with your peers at KroBar on Monday, 14 March (4.30pm)

Student cycling team hits the road for cancer support
17 Feb 2016
The University of Manchester Cycling Club (UMCC) is riding from Manchester to Liverpool and Oldham and back again to raise funds for Maggie's Centres

WATCH: Friends of the Earth CEO talks about progress at Alliance MBS event
17 Feb 2016
Craig Bennett, Friends of the Earth CEO, gave the Annual Grigor McClelland Lecture at the Alliance Manchester Business School on 11 February 2016

Ballroom and Latin for Beginners: Free Taster Session
17 Feb 2016
On Wednesday 2 March 2016, at the Martin Harris Centre

Redeployment Policy agreement
18 Feb 2016
Agreement between the University and the Campus Trade Unions

Staff benefits update
18 Feb 2016
Last minute half-term suggestions for you; new discounts in the Northern Quarter and for official Manchester Airport parking, plus our latest competition winners!

Internationally-acclaimed performance at the Contact
18 Feb 2016
A love story, slapstick comedy, action and melodrama – not a single word spoken

Service of Thanksgiving for body donors
18 Feb 2016
Staff welcome to pay tribute to selfless and public-spirited people of Manchester

Book now for free eye test
18 Feb 2016
Final year Optometry students perform the eye examination under supervision by fully qualified staff

Are you doing a PhD in an energy related topic?
18 Feb 2016
Come to the Manchester Energy Summer School

Howard Jacobson: Shylock Is My Name
18 Feb 2016
On Monday 11 April at the John Rylands Library, Deansgate

Come to Disabled Staff Network's Spring meeting
18 Feb 2016
Hear guest speaker Professor James Thompson, Associate Vice President for Social Responsibility

Global Development Institute opens with call for new solutions
18 Feb 2016
University launches Europe’s largest research and teaching institute for international development

Greek tragedy and the Arabian Nights inspire annual lecture
18 Feb 2016
World renowned Professor and author Professor Dame Marina Warner speaks at The John Rylands Research Institute

First-ever Women In Media Conference
18 Feb 2016
Top speakers and debates such as ‘is this what a feminist looks like?’

Manchester University Music Society: Vocal Showcase
19 Feb 2016
Friday 26 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Join the audience as retail experts discuss 'Leadership in Retail'
19 Feb 2016
All staff and students are welcome at Alliance MBS's next event – part of their Vital Topics series, sponsored by RBS

Opportunities and challenges for China's new globalisation strategy
19 Feb 2016
Road and Belt Initiative Seminar on Monday, 22 February (11.30am-1.30pm) in Conference Room, Manchester Museum

Manchester University Music Society: Symphony Orchestra
19 Feb 2016
Saturday 27 February, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

WATCH: Oxfam Executive Director speaks at Global Development Institute launch
19 Feb 2016
Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of Oxfam International, spoke to The University of Manchester following the launch of the Global Development Institute (GDI) on 17 February, as part of the University's commitment to addressing global inequality

Places now available for the 360 Degree Feedback - Senior Managers Programme
22 Feb 2016
As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing management capability at all levels we are offering another opportunity for Senior Managers to complete the 360 degree feedback process.

Celebrating World Social Work Day with live webinar
22 Feb 2016
The School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work are celebrating World Social Work Day on 15 March 2016 with a live webinar about Social Work in Malawi and Belarus

Bogle 2016 is upon us!
22 Feb 2016
Beat the mysterious 55-year-old Bogle for a charity of your choice or for partner charity the Booth Centre

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Gavin Osborn
22 Feb 2016
Thursday 25 February, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

New app to plot the many languages of Manchester
22 Feb 2016
President to launch LinguaSnapp - the University's first mobile teaching and research app

MANTIS (Manchester Theatre in Sound) Festival
22 Feb 2016
On Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 March 2016, at the Martin Harris Centre

Help shape the future of our community engagement work
22 Feb 2016
Come to one of our consultation events in March

Can a scientist believe in heaven and angels?
22 Feb 2016
On 10 March at 6 pm - CiS Manchester: The Manchester Science and Philosophy Group

Call for Mentors - Manchester Gold Staff Mentoring Programme 2016
22 Feb 2016
The deadline for colleagues to apply to join the programme as mentors is Friday, 26 February

Clothes and themed items swap
22 Feb 2016
Monthly event in the Wellbeing Rooms (UMSA Room - G60), Simon Building

Places now available on the ‘Managerial Pursuits’ workshop
23 Feb 2016
A new and fun way for Middle Managers to develop their managerial skills and better understand University policies and procedures.

Wednesday Workshop - Gymnastic Strength
23 Feb 2016
On 24 February (2.30-4pm) in the Wellbeing Rooms (Ground Floor Activity Room) with Steve Dawson

Free piano recital
23 Feb 2016
Monday, 7 March (5pm) at St Peter's House, Oxford Road

The Whitworth shortlisted for two more awards
23 Feb 2016
Our “gallery in the park” one of only three in UK shortlisted for European Museum of the Year

Calling all science writers and bloggers!
23 Feb 2016
Enter the Science Writers’ Awards for Britain and Ireland 2016

Want the key to the corridors of power?
23 Feb 2016
Policy@manchester helps you get past the gatekeeper

Join the second UMRUN Run-commute
23 Feb 2016
Run to work and get a free breakfast on Thursday, 25 February

Media Services offer tutorials in graphic design and video production
24 Feb 2016
Media Services provide a wide range of free tutorials for staff and students using Adobe CC software to help with your graphic design and media production needs.

Turnitin unavailable on Saturday 5 March 2016 (3pm-7pm)
24 Feb 2016
Details of how maintenance work might affect you

Find out more about our cancer research
24 Feb 2016
Two events during British Science Week

Want to become a Dementia Friend?
24 Feb 2016
Come to a lunch time information session

Staff benefits update
24 Feb 2016
Time for inspiration for Mother’s Day on Sunday, 6 March with money saving options for florists, chocolates, walking experiences, National Trust membership and pampering

Sackville Street: reminder of temporary road closure
24 Feb 2016
A temporary road closure will be in place on the North Campus from Friday, 4 March to Monday, 7 March during demolition of the Faraday Building and link bridge to make way for the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC)

Dealing with inappropriate or offensive emails
24 Feb 2016
The University’s email servers block tens of thousands of junk emails daily. However, due to the nature of email, it is impossible to block all junk messages.

Lecture by Professor Uma Kothari
24 Feb 2016
"Is water safer than the land? Public perceptions of Syrian refugees and the power of a warm welcome" on Thursday, 17 March at 6pm for 6.30pm in University Place

Alliance Manchester Business School wins education links award
24 Feb 2016
Alliance Manchester Business School has been commended by the Greater China Awards for its commitment to supporting business links with Greater China, winning first place in the Education Links category

NEBOSH Certificate - Applications now open
25 Feb 2016
Applications for the 2016 NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety are now open.

Celebrating the achievements of our female community
25 Feb 2016
University marks International Women’s Day with a series of events

Major employers from China on campus
25 Feb 2016
University hosts The China Graduate Recruitment Fair 2016

How our students are making a difference
25 Feb 2016
Statistics to make us proud from Student Volunteering Week

FREE Architecture and Performance panel event
25 Feb 2016
On Wednesday 2 March, 5pm, at Contact, Manchester

Nominate your Volunteer of the Year
25 Feb 2016
Do you know a staff member, student or alumnus who gives up their time to the benefit of the community?

Keeping Alan Turing's memory green
25 Feb 2016
Staff are welcome to attend the planting of a tree in memory of Alan Turing outside the Chaplaincy, Oxford Road on Monday, 29 February (12.30pm)

Win a Fairtrade breakfast
26 Feb 2016
For you and up to nine colleagues to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight

Big Green Gathering
26 Feb 2016
On Tuesday, 8 March the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences will be hosting its first sustainability festival

Updates to the eduroam wireless network
26 Feb 2016
The organisation which issues eduroam certificates through the cat.eduroam.org website have today (Friday 26 February) updated the certificates.

Take your career forward on International Women's Day
26 Feb 2016
To mark International Women's Day (8 March 2016), Equality and Diversity, together with the University's student and staff training teams, are offering a series of workshops and information sessions to support the career development of our staff and students

Hear Andy Haldane talk about 'Running businesses differently'
26 Feb 2016
The Chief Economist at the Bank of England, will give the final lecture in Alliance MBS's Responsible Business series on 3 March 2016 (5.45pm)

Tweet about your amazing female colleagues!
26 Feb 2016
Use International Women's Day (8 March 2016) to highlight the University's incredible women

Manchester Day 2016 Invitation: Scientists meet artists
26 Feb 2016
Join a fun get-together on Wednesday, 16 March (6pm – 9pm) at a secret city centre location: RSVP for address

Senate elections result
26 Feb 2016
Academics take seats from 1 September 2016

Swap clothes at the Rutherford Swish
26 Feb 2016
On 8 March 2016 (12 - 2pm) in Barnes Wallis Hub, North Campus (please note change of venue on this occasion)

Postgraduate Summer Research Showcase 2016
26 Feb 2016
Call for submissions: don’t miss your chance to win £150!

New Performance and Development Review
29 Feb 2016
A working group led by Martin Humphries and Karen Heaton has developed a revised P&DR process, which will be launched in the PSS between May and July 2016

Ballroom and Latin for Beginners: Free Taster Session
29 Feb 2016
On Wednesday 2 March 2016, 1.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

WATCH: Are there aliens out there?
29 Feb 2016
University staff ask the question – and others – in innovative science chat show

FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Vonnegut Collective
29 Feb 2016
Thursday 3 March, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre

Tell your students and recent graduates about Venture Further 2016
29 Feb 2016
Business start-up competition with a chance for students to win £10,000

University retains prestigious European Commission award
29 Feb 2016
Following an external review process, the University has retained its prestigious award from the European Commission - the HR Excellence in Research Award

Royal Society Pairing scheme
29 Feb 2016
Policymakers and research scientists experience each other’s worlds – deadline Wednesday, 9 March

Award-winning science presenter at next engagement@manchester event
29 Feb 2016
Dr Sarah Bearchell to discuss ‘hard-to-reach audiences’

University magazine now online
29 Feb 2016
Read all about the revolutionary spirit that defines our University

Explore the 'hidden gems' of Fallowfield
29 Feb 2016
As part of their ‘Halls 2 Home’ campaign, Manchester Student Homes have worked with student volunteers and long-term residents to create ‘Hidden Gems’

Do you live in Fallowfield or Withingon?
29 Feb 2016
Save the date for the Community Forum on Thursday, 7 April 2016 (6-8pm)

WATCH: TV pilot asks 'Is There Alien Life?'
29 Feb 2016
Last month, a number of University staff were involved in an innovative pilot of a TV/web science chat show, focused on the question 'Are there aliens out there?'

Corridor Manchester Cycle to Work Event
29 Feb 2016
On Wednesday, 2 March (8-9am) in the MMU Business School Café

Get on-side for Shearer vs Savage: The Rematch
29 Feb 2016
Following 2014’s ‘Battle of the Backsides’, Alan Shearer and Robbie Savage are to go head-to-head once again and they need you on-side for the BBC Radio 5 live ‘Battle of the Five-A-Sides’ for Sport Relief, supported by the Premier League

Student Lifecycle Programme - an introduction for staff
29 Feb 2016
A major programme of work has begun to scope out our requirements across the whole of the student lifecycle for the next 10 years

February's CoreMunicate online
29 Feb 2016
The latest CoreMunicate has been issued during February's team brief cascade to PSS staff

Elections to the General Assembly of the University
29 Feb 2016
Nominations are now being sought for election to a number of vacancies on General Assembly

Sexuality Summer School – Love and Its Others
29 Feb 2016
Registration for the Sexuality Summer School (23-27 May 2016) is open to all PhD and Masters students studying sexuality and will go live on 2 March