News archive – May 2014

Lenox Green is making a difference
01 May 2014
I created a Centre for our local community

Free Lunchtime Concert today with Trio Atem
01 May 2014
On Thursday 1 May, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Protect yourself, your information and the University
01 May 2014
Be wary of potential scams and never tell anyone your University password – not even IT Services

Robbery of colleague near campus
01 May 2014
Security advice following incident in Gartside Gardens, near Upper Brook Street

Evaluation of the Atrium, University Place
01 May 2014
Highlights of the first eight months of operation

Keeping in touch with IT Services
01 May 2014
IT Know How tip

Schools honoured for commitment to women in science
01 May 2014
Five Schools within The University of Manchester have been awarded Athena SWAN awards for their commitment to the representation of women in the workplace.

Buying with a conscience - Garments made in Bangladesh?
01 May 2014
Panel discussion on Monday, 19 May (5.15pm to 7.15pm) in Kanaris Lecture Theatre, Manchester Museum followed by drinks

Appointment of Peter Folkman as Honorary Professor at Manchester Business School
01 May 2014
Manchester Business School has appointed leading venture capitalist, Peter Folkman, as an Honorary Professor.

University feminist reading group
01 May 2014
Next meeting will focus on the introduction and conclusion to Simone de Beauvoir's The Second Sex on 16 May (4.30pm) in Seminar Room 2, Ellen Wilkinson Building.

Lunchtime Tai Chi course
01 May 2014
2 May – 4 July 2014, Friday lunchtimes (1 - 2pm) at The Sugden Centre, 114 Grosvenor Street

Glorious Georgians and celebrated women writers inspire musical evening
01 May 2014
Enjoy your own little bit of Georgian entertainment at the first of The Friends of Tabley Summer Concerts at Tabley House on 14 May.

Update on issues with Turnitin
01 May 2014
All users should now find that the service is working as expected.

Sustainability in the Curriculum meeting
01 May 2014
You are iinvited to attend the next Sustainability in the Curriculum meeting on Wednesday, 7 May (2-4pm) in University Place, Room 5.206.

Manchester student crowned Undergraduate of the Year
01 May 2014
Award includes coveted summer internship with global energy giant

Take a #UnitSelfie to support the student experience
01 May 2014
Student ambassadors across campus are promoting Unit Surveys and PTES through social media - show your support by joining in.

Royal Society honour for Manchester Chemist
01 May 2014
A University of Manchester Chemistry Professor has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, the UK’s national Academy of science announced today (Thursday).

Staff benefits update
01 May 2014
There are so many ways you can save money as a member of staff of the University.

May Cycle to Work Event
01 May 2014
MMU's Business School on Wednesday, 7 May (8.15am - 9.15am)

Colleague runs Manchester 10k in memory of seven-year-old Jodrell Bank supporter
02 May 2014
Amanda remembers ‘brave, cheerful little boy’

Dr Matthew Sperrin receives the highest professional award
02 May 2014
The University of Manchester's Centre for Health Informatics had reason to celebrate this week with the news that one of their lecturers has received the highest professional award available from the Royal Statistical Society (RSS).

Microsoft Windows XP support ended on 8 April 2014
06 May 2014
Important news for all users of Microsoft Windows XP

Last few Middle Managers Conference places left!
06 May 2014
Last few places so book now

It's Wellbeing Wednesday
07 May 2014
Be Healthy with five things a day on 7 May

Book the PSS Electric Pool Car (Nissan Leaf)
07 May 2014
PSS staff have the option to use the electric Nissan Leaf pool car for appropriate business journeys.

Do you have a PhD?
07 May 2014
Share your experiences with current students at Pathways on 6 June in Renold Building (North Campus)

Manchester Chemists celebrate after quadruple success
07 May 2014
Four University of Manchester scientists have been honoured by the Royal Society of Chemistry this week.

Blogging mum shortlisted for award
07 May 2014
Parenting and lifestyle blogger Kerrie McGiveron has been shortlisted for a major blogging award.

Activate your German Language Skills this summer!
07 May 2014
Summer course for those wishing to improve on their basic knowledge of German from Tuesday, 17 June to Thursday, 24 July on Tuesdays and Thursdays (6-9pm)

Stroke Stories: a human library and story-telling event
07 May 2014
On Friday, 9 May (12-5pm) in The John Rylands Library

Academic Writing Tutorial Service
07 May 2014
The University Language Centre offers a number of free support facilities for staff and students who may need help with their Academic English, one of which is individual tutorial support.

Announcing the winner of the Wood Street Mission Lottery
07 May 2014
Find out how you could be a winner too

Science Stroke Art 2014 launches in Manchester for Action on Stroke Month
07 May 2014
Over 250 people from Manchester celebrated the launch of Science Stroke Art 2014 on Thursday, 1 May, with an innovative event at Manchester Town Hall to mark the start of Action on Stroke Month.

Tina Lavender is making a difference
08 May 2014
I am developing improvements in women’s health in low and middle income countries

Quatuor Danel Lunchtime Concert
08 May 2014
On Thursday 8 May, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO)
08 May 2014
The University has marked this important date since 2010 and will do so once again in 2014.

Postgraduate Summer Research Showcase (UoM-PSRS)
08 May 2014
A unique poster session on 24 June showcasing the depth of research in the entire University, presented by our own postgraduate students.

Pint of Science - a science festival at pubs near you
08 May 2014
What better way to enjoy science than with a pint in your hand?

Nowgen training courses
08 May 2014
Book now for courses in June and July 2014

Staff benefits update
08 May 2014
So many prizes to win this month! You can win a family theme park ticket, a Samsung TV, two tickets for the British Grand Prix, £300 holiday voucher and free tickets for the Ideal Home Exhibition!

New policy briefing toolkit unveiled
08 May 2014
A new toolkit to help researchers communicate effectively with policymakers and influencers has been released.

Peer Support Group for returners from Maternity, Paternity or Adoption Leave
08 May 2014
On Thursday, 26 June 2014 (12.30 - 2pm), in Room C25, Sackville Street Building, Sackville Street

CoreMunicate - May 2014
08 May 2014
The latest CoreMunicate - the new name for Core Brief - has been issued during May's team brief cascade

UniLife - latest issue out now
08 May 2014
The May 2014 issue of the University newsletter is now online

Language Centre re-accredited by British Council
09 May 2014
Overall number of areas of strengths has increased

Policy, partnerships, collaborations; laying the foundations for graphene city
09 May 2014
This is a blog by James Baker, Business Director for Graphene@Manchester. As the government announces further support for the UK’s emerging graphene industry, James Baker from the National Graphene Institute says the emerging concept of a ‘graphene city’ can be a UK model for commercialising new scientific discoveries.

Cheshire’s first science festival – Amazed By Science!
09 May 2014
Amazed By Science is a Cheshire-wide festival focusing on science, technology, engineering and maths, in one of the most science rich areas of the UK.

Volunteering achievements celebrated at awards ceremony
12 May 2014
The Volunteer of the Year Awards took place in the Whitworth Hall on 8 May, and staff, students and alumni came together to recognise extraordinary volunteering contribution across a diverse range of projects.

Sign up now for Walk to Work Week: 12-16 May
12 May 2014
Join in the fun and sign up to a free walking challenge, run by Living Streets

Swap clothes at the Rutherford Swish
12 May 2014
Following on from the success of the last event, Wednesday, 11 June (12.30–1.30pm) will see the seasonal Rutherford ‘Swish’ (Clothes Swap) in the Rutherford Room, Rutherford Building.

Advertise your events on the Environmental Sustainability website
12 May 2014
The homepage of the Environmental Sustainability website now has an events feed that is linked to the Columba system.

New to teaching? Feel you could benefit from some training?
12 May 2014
If so, there are places available on 'TTL22 Intro to Teaching, Learning & Assessment', Friday 23 May, 9.30am - 4.30pm

Internal EPSRC funding opportunity
12 May 2014
EPSRC has awarded The University of Manchester over £3.2M to deliver an Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) following the successful conclusion of its Knowledge Transfer Account (KTA).

Café Muse and Woolton Hall shortlisted for prestigious sustainability award
13 May 2014
Café Muse at Manchester Museum and Woolton Hall at The University of Manchester have been nominated for this year's coveted "People's Choice" sustainability award, making the shortlist for the Community Vote of the 2014 Footprint Awards

MBS Tech Panel 2014 – “Up in the Clouds”
13 May 2014
On 29 May (1-2.30pm) at Manchester Business School, Booth Street West

Dementia Research at Manchester: from Cell to Society
13 May 2014
On Thursday, 26 June (9.30am - 4.30pm) in Lecture Theatre A, Zochonis Building

Summer Be Active Programme
13 May 2014
Get fit for the summer!

The old are stealing the young’s future. Discuss
13 May 2014
Free tickets available to debate on Wednesday, 14 May 2014

Smarter Driver Training – back by popular demand!
13 May 2014
Due to being oversubscribed in April, another week of Smarter Driver Training will take place from Monday, 19 May to Friday, 23 May.

Simitis is latest former PM to visit University
13 May 2014
The University is to host Former Greek Prime Minister, Costas Simitis, who will deliver a special lecture on the future of the Eurozone on 14 May.

Suicide Bereavement Conference
13 May 2014
3rd Annual Suicide Bereavement Conference: The Missing Link in Suicide Prevention takes place Tuesday, 23 September 2014 at The Manchester Conference Centre

President's Question Time revisited
14 May 2014
Since it took place on 1 April 2014, the first ever live President's Question Time has had a total of 1,242 views and has been watched in 22 countries.

University honours six excellent teachers
14 May 2014
Six members of University staff have been presented with Teaching Excellence Awards, which recognise their achievement in teaching, learning and the student experience.

Stroke survivor takes to stage
14 May 2014
Renowned performer Peggy Shaw at the Contact as part of Science Stroke Art

Cabinet of Curiosities: how disability was kept in a box
14 May 2014
Objects, medical specimens and photographs reveal our perceptions of disability

FoodOnCampus opening times update
14 May 2014
Opening time changes on Wednesday, 21 May 2014 in University Place

New owners celebrate bright future for Alderley Park
14 May 2014
The new owners of Alderley Park have today shared their vision for the future of AstraZeneca’s former R&D site

Becky Burns is making a difference
15 May 2014
I have introduced bees to Jodrell Bank to improve our biodiversity

Stock Take summary 2013
15 May 2014
Read about the University's progress against its Strategic Plan

Young codebreakers at work on campus
15 May 2014
Following on from the success of the 2014 Alan Turing Cryptography Competition, the School of Mathematics held its first ever Alan Turing Cryptography Day on 30 April 2014.

Survey on "Lifestyle, Diet, Health & Medicine"
15 May 2014
The University of Manchester (UK) and the University of Roma TRE (Italy) are conducting a not-for-profit survey on "Lifestyle, Diet, Health & Medicine"

Fiona Lynch - four running challenges, one invaluable cause
15 May 2014
With a birthday fast approaching (one of those with a zero on the end), Fiona Lynch, Student Recruitment and Widening Participation Co-ordinator, decided that issuing herself four running challenges would ultimately be cheaper than buying herself an inappropriate sports car!

Staff benefits update
15 May 2014
The Travel Club / Win free on-campus massage / Theatre discounts / Free prize draw for Ideal Home Exhibition

Mark Kennedy is running the Manchester 10K on Sunday for a Heartfelt Cause
15 May 2014
Running in aid of the British Heart Foundation, Mark Kennedy dons his superhero outfit!

Further opportunities to become a Dementia Friends Champion
15 May 2014
Develop new skills and widening understanding of dementia

Marketing and communications teams up for top award
15 May 2014
Four teams from the University have been shortlisted for a prestigious higher education award.

Book now for THS44 Training for Biological Safety Officers
15 May 2014
Places available for the session on 21st May.

Professor Jon Butterworth of UCL presents his new book "Smashing Physics"
15 May 2014
On Thursday, 22 May 2014 (4.30-5.30 pm) in Lecture Theatre G51, School of Chemistry

Better deal for patients as Manchester cardiac services join forces
18 May 2014
Manchester will become one of the country’s leading centres for heart surgery and cardiology services under a bold initiative announced today by two of the city’s leading teaching hospitals.

Climate Change Champions Photography Competition - deadline extended
19 May 2014
Individuals and teams are invited to submit photographs of what they are doing to improve the environment by 3 June 2014.

'From Bugs to Drugs' Open Day Extravaganza
19 May 2014
Approximately 300 visitors attended the Bugs to Drugs Community Open Day held in University Place on Saturday, 10 May.

National Vegetarian Week: 19-25 May 2014
19 May 2014
A great opportunity to try a veggie dish on campus this week

World Alzheimer’s expert speaks at the University
19 May 2014
Peter Whitehouse, professor of neurology at Case Western Reserve University, will give this year’s MICRA Public Lecture - ‘Beyond the fiction and fear: finishing Alzheimer’s for the future’ - on Tuesday, 20 May (6.30-8pm) in Lecture Theatre B, University Place.

Confirming international summer internships or placements for our students
19 May 2014
At this time of year, academic and support staff will start to receive requests from students who need help confirming an international summer internship or placement.

Intergenerational Schools: Creating a Legacy
19 May 2014
Dr Cathy Whitehouse and Professor Peter Whitehouse host a Seminar and collective conversation on Wednesday 21, May 2014 (6-8pm), drinks and registration from 5pm in Kanaris Lecture theatre, Manchester Museum

Success for University at Student Nursing Times Awards
19 May 2014
Students and staff from the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work are celebrating the success of their friends and colleagues at the recent Student Nursing Times Awards 2014

Fundraiser Alex brightens up Monday with meggings
19 May 2014
A fundraising member of staff brightened up Monday morning for fellow commuters by pulling on a pair of multi-coloured meggings – all for a great cause

Medical and Human Sciences improving Faculty communication
19 May 2014
In an effort to improve communication following the results of the Staff Survey 2013, the Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences have made significant changes to their internal communications, beginning with a rationalisation of core channels.

Manchester Student Homes Neighbourhood Helpline
20 May 2014
Manchester Student Homes (MSH) is a housing service run by the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. As well as helping student find rented accommodation, they also help students, landlords and members of the community with issues relating to students living off campus.

Manchester Student Homes: Meet the Good Neighbour's Team
20 May 2014
The off campus component of Manchester Student Homes, the housing service run by the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University, is now known as 'The Good Neighbour's Team'.

Lifesaving equipment installed at Martin Harris Centre
20 May 2014
Specialist first aid equipment, which can make the difference between life and death when someone goes in to cardiac arrest, has been installed in a cabinet at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Diversity in the Workplace Training
20 May 2014
Complete your training with an expert!

World-renowned scientist joins Centre for Health Informatics
20 May 2014
The Health eResearch Centre (HeRC) at the Centre for Health Informatics has welcomed its newest senior appointment, world-renowned scientist and pioneer in the field of Health Informatics, Professor Tjeerd van Staa

Running to raise money and awareness for endometriosis
20 May 2014
New staff member Clare Mayo is preparing to take part in the Colour Run at Heaton Park in June

The Manchester Graduate Internship Programme
20 May 2014
Short-term staffing requirements? Find out how “MGIP” can help

Start-ups given cash boost at Venture Further entrepreneurship awards
21 May 2014
Seven burgeoning businesses have secured a share of a £50,000 prize pot after being announced as winners of the Venture Further awards, the annual start-up competition run by Manchester Enterprise Centre, which is based in Manchester Business School.

A Century On The Dole: From the Poor Laws to JobCentrePlus
21 May 2014
On 6 June (11am-2pm) at the People’s History Museum

Higher Education and the Social Economy – public seminar
21 May 2014
New opportunities for research, policy and practice?

Martin Tickle is making a difference
22 May 2014
I am helping reduce the dental diseases blighting deprived families

Dazzling Renaissance discoveries displayed
22 May 2014
Eight examples from a remarkable ‘visual encyclopaedia’ of Renaissance prints, lying undiscovered in the archives of The University of Manchester’s John Rylands Library for 108 years, have gone on show.

Staff benefits update
22 May 2014
Something for everyone this week: Nevisport - £5 cricket offer at LCCC – Budget Rent a Car – VIP hospitality at Royal Ascot – Tastecard offer reminder

Enterprise Futures: for PG students and staff interested in entrepreneurship
22 May 2014
Free event on Thursday, 29 May 2014 (9.15am-5pm) at Museum of Science and Industry, Liverpool Road, Manchester M3 4FP

Passing on the spark of inspiration to tomorrow's nuclear scientists
22 May 2014
Dalton Nuclear Institute has recently submitted a final report to EPSRC cataloguing the outcomes and main achievements of a key outreach/public engagement initiative.

Manchester’s heroic C Crew is Security Team of the Year
22 May 2014
The University’s C Crew security team has received a national award from the Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO)

Adam wins international Blackboard award
22 May 2014
Senior Lecturer in Economics, Adam Ozanne, has highlighted the positive work going on in the School of Social Sciences by winning the Blackboard Catalyst Awards' Exemplary Course Award.

Manchester Business School (East Asia) campaign shortlisted for award
22 May 2014
Manchester Business School (East Asia) - Manchester Global MBA campaign has been nominated as a finalist in The Best Use of Airport Express Advertising category of The Best of the Best Awards 2013.

A new era for eUpdate
22 May 2014
After more than five years in its current format, the staff e-newsletter is undergoing a makeover

Watch the Cockcroft-Rutherford Lecture on video
22 May 2014
The annual Cockroft-Rutherford lecture given by Professor Michael Wood on ‘Why History Matters’ on 12 May 2014 is now online

Science and engineering bridges C P Snow’s two cultures
23 May 2014
A poetry competition organised by the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences addresses the gap between science and the humanities

Our global scale volunteering!
23 May 2014
Five teams help our neighbours for Give and Gain Day

Eco warriors improve park life
23 May 2014
Office of Social Responsibility and Directorate of Human Resources help the Debdale Eco Centre

Mops at the ready!
23 May 2014
Directorate of Estates and Facilities help Ronald McDonald House

Unearthing long-hidden treasures
23 May 2014
Recruitment and Admissions team help Boggart Hole Clough

Rhododendrons take a bashing
23 May 2014
Division of Communications and Marketing help Heaton Park

Nancy Rothwell Award launched
23 May 2014
Competition for youngsters celebrates specimen drawing

Celebrating our volunteering stars
23 May 2014
Awards showcase how we make a difference

Book now for UCEA H&S Guidance for the Placement of Students workshop
23 May 2014
Places available on the UCEA H&S Guidance for the Placement of Students workshop.

Take two!
23 May 2014
Graphene film wins another award

Adventures in compost!
23 May 2014
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences senior leaders help Garden Needs

Manchester Student Homes on Night-Time Patrol
27 May 2014
On Friday, 7 March, MSH Manager, Cooper Healey and Poppy Humphrey, Off Campus Student Affairs Officer, worked with Greater Manchester Police throughout the night to observe student activity in the City Centre.

Join the Music Society in their unique equivalent to the 'Proms'!
27 May 2014
"Estival" takes place 3-6 June 2014 with nine concerts in four days

Farewell concert for Dr Laura Tunbridge
27 May 2014
On 2 June 2014, 5pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Faculty of Humanities are listening to the views of their staff
27 May 2014
Responding to the results of the Staff Survey by introducing new channels of communication

Manchester Student Homes launches the 'BEST' training sessions!
28 May 2014
Helping landlords understand the student experience and improve their services

New name for Staff House
28 May 2014
Manchester Meeting Place reflects dedicated focus – and exceptional experience for delegates

STDU hosts Middle Managers Conference
28 May 2014
This year’s Middle Managers Conference was the most successful to date with a wide range of speakers and delegates from all areas of the University

Jamie wins Apprentice of the Year Award
28 May 2014
Trafford College honours chef who overcame accident to start new career

Humanities Summer Teaching and Learning Showcase
28 May 2014
Our next event will take place from 11am to 4.30pm on Tuesday, 1 July 2014 in the Seminar and Lecture Theatre Suite, Ground Floor Crawford House.

New spin out company to combat resistance to antibiotics
28 May 2014
Spectromics Limited develops ten minute test to stop over-prescription

Follow The University of Manchester on social media
28 May 2014
Did you know you can now follow the University on a whole host of social media platforms?

A tour through time at Whitworth Art Gallery
28 May 2014
Gallery in the park showcases its distinguished past, amazing present and exciting future

Annie Harrison is Midnight Walking for St Ann's Hospice
28 May 2014
Caring couple fundraise in tribute to friend

Triple success for Manchester scientists
28 May 2014
Three University of Manchester scientists have been awarded esteemed Wolfson Research Merit awards by the Royal Society.

Rebecca O'Loughlin is making a difference
29 May 2014
I am a volunteer listener for the Samaritans

Communications and Marketing launch their 'brand' new office
29 May 2014
Feedback from the Staff Survey has been brought to life with a newly refurbished office for the Division of Communications and Marketing

Are parasitic plants our friends or foes?
29 May 2014
Find out at Manchester Museum

IT News - Summer 2014 edition
29 May 2014
The latest printed newsletter from IT Services will be released on Monday, 2 June

NEON awards success for Student Recruitment and Widening Participation team
29 May 2014
On Tuesday 13 May, colleagues from the Student Recruitment and Widening Participation team in SRID (Student Recruitment and International Development) were delighted to attend the inaugural NEON award’s ceremony at the Palace of Westminster, after being shortlisted in three categories

University archaeologist speaks at Hay Festival
29 May 2014
Professor Julian Thomas addresses ‘the Woodstock of the mind’

Compliance and Risk raise charity funds with cake sale
29 May 2014
Occupational Health Advisor Jennifer Lambert and fellow members of the Compliance and Risk Green Impact sustainability team held a charity cake sale on Wednesday, 21 May 2014

Vote winners
29 May 2014
Manchester experts make their mark in elections coverage

Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey re-starts
29 May 2014
After a break to allow postgraduate taught students to concentrate on their exams, PTES will re-start on Monday, 2 June and remain open until Thursday, 19 June

Library wins innovation award
30 May 2014
Blackboard Catalyst Award for My Learning Essentials

IT Services for Research Newsletter issue 14 - May 2014
30 May 2014
For all academics and researchers

Ticket to ride – and give a helping hand
30 May 2014
Vintage bus takes colleagues to their appreciative destination - Manchester's Museum of Transport