News archive – June 2017
Pathways: Career Options for Researchers
01 Jun 2017
Attend Pathways and plan your future!
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the Great Manchester Run!
01 Jun 2017
Our #PurpleWave of more than 2,400 staff, students and alumni completed the 10k race on an emotional day in Manchester
Free breakfast at June's monthly cycle event
01 Jun 2017
The next Corridor Manchester monthly cycle event will take place on Wednesday, 7 June from 8am until 9am
Save 30% on tickets for bluedot at Jodrell Bank
01 Jun 2017
University staff can access an exclusive discount on tickets to this year’s festival of discovery
Advice for staff on safety and security on campus
01 Jun 2017
Reporting suspicious activity or behaviour
FREE Summer Proms Extravaganza Relaxed Performance
02 Jun 2017
Wednesday 7 June, 11am, at the Martin Harris Centre
Reporting online terrorist and extremist content
02 Jun 2017
What should I do if I find terrorist or violent extremist content online?
Manchester University Music Society presents Estival 2017
02 Jun 2017
6 - 9 June 2017 at the Martin Harris Centre
Sustainability Seminar focuses on natural resource use
02 Jun 2017
Come and attend the last seminar of this academic year
Volunteers needed for Sustainability Challenge 2017
02 Jun 2017
Would you like to help deliver the Sustainability Challenge 2017 to our 1st year undergraduate students?
Win tickets for Manchester International Festival!
02 Jun 2017
Manchester International Festival (MIF) returns from 29 June to 16 July 2017 for the sixth edition of the world’s only biennial of new commissions and special events
Get on your bike for Annual Cycle Event
02 Jun 2017
The Annual Cycle Event, in conjunction with our Corridor Partners, will be at University Place
Police operation in Rusholme
02 Jun 2017
Latest details on Rusholme evacuation
Briefing session on counter terrorism guidance
02 Jun 2017
A session has been arranged for staff with one of Greater Manchester Police's Counter Terrorism Security Advisors
Have your say on sustainability on campus
05 Jun 2017
Hear more about updates to Sustainability Champion Programme – and give us your feedback
Bluedot is where the art is
05 Jun 2017
Jodrell Bank announces impressive arts programme for this summer’s Bluedot festival
Advice for staff on safety and security on campus
05 Jun 2017
University advice following the Manchester Arena and London attacks
FREE Summer Proms Extravaganza Relaxed Performance
06 Jun 2017
Wednesday 7 June, 11am, at the Martin Harris Centre
One minute's silence for victims of London attack
06 Jun 2017
Staff may wish to observe a minute's silence at 11 am today
Limited stalls at street food market due to weather conditions
06 Jun 2017
Due to high winds forecast, only traders with with vans will be at the market today
Get cyber-savvy at one of our events
06 Jun 2017
The recent NHS ransomware attack has highlighted how vulnerable computer systems can be
BMH scientist awarded first multi-million pound Kennedy Trust Senior Fellowship
06 Jun 2017
An inflammation researcher from the School of Biological Sciences is set to establish a world-class research programme that aims to shed new light on rheumatoid arthritis, after becoming the first ever recipient of a £2.5 million Kennedy Trust award for rheumatic disease research.
Learn Mandarin Chinese this summer
06 Jun 2017
The Confucius Institute is pleased to announce that we will be running our popular Intensive Mandarin Summer School again
Staff Survey 2017 results are in!
07 Jun 2017
93% of staff consider the University a ‘good place to work’ according to Staff Survey 2017
Annual upgrade for Blackboard takes place during July
07 Jun 2017
Blackboard will be unavailable from 5pm on Thursday, 27 July to 9am on Sunday, 30 July
One thousand of our suppliers create social responsibility plans
07 Jun 2017
With an annual spend of around £410m on goods and services, the University is exerting significant influence on its suppliers’ approach to social and environmental issues
Appointment of Deputy President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor
08 Jun 2017
Professor Luke Georghiou has been appointed Deputy President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Wood Street Mission lottery winner
08 Jun 2017
Announcing the winner of the June 2017 draw
Building Futures – The University of Manchester Apprenticeship Programme
08 Jun 2017
Following the announcement of increased funds to deliver apprenticeship training at the University, we are now holding a series of workshops for staff who may be recruiting apprentices, or who manage staff that may be eligible to take advantage of the levy fund
Performance and Development Reviews for PSS staff now underway
08 Jun 2017
All PSS staff have until the end of July to complete their review
Staff benefits update – 7 June 2017
08 Jun 2017
This week there are Father’s Day ideas with Wider Wallet and travel and food offers with UniDiscounts, plus a reminder of the Annual Cycling Event on Thursday, 15 June
Free one-week bike hire for staff
08 Jun 2017
As part of the Annual Cycling Event 2017, Manchester Bike Hire are offering a number of free one-week bike hire vouchers
Autism-friendly opening at Manchester Museum
08 Jun 2017
This Saturday, the Museum opens early for children who have autism and other needs
Do you know any inspiring students graduating this year?
08 Jun 2017
Our Media Relations team are looking for graduation stories to promote to local and national media
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Update
09 Jun 2017
Postponement of Year Two results
From pacemakers to code-breakers: cyber security workshop
09 Jun 2017
A workshop aimed at research talents will look at tackling the global challenges of managing risks and maintaining privacy, security and trust in today’s digital world
John steps up to help preserve St Ann's Square tributes
12 Jun 2017
Landscape Foreman John Bolton volunteered to relocate the many tributes left after the Manchester attack on the evening of Friday, 9 June
Flare Festival - International Festival of New Theatre
13 Jun 2017
5-7 July at the Martin Harris Centre.
University academic in Public Sector Top 50 Leaders List
13 Jun 2017
Professor Nalin Thakkar one of most influential Black Asian Minority Ethnic people working in the public sector
Undergraduate University Wide Open Days, 23 & 24 June
13 Jun 2017
With the undergraduate open days fast approaching, staff may receive queries as to what is taking place on the day
Could you help out on a parents' stand for our Undergraduate Open Day?
13 Jun 2017
We're looking for staff to represent the parents' stand on Friday, 23 June
Summer Proms Extravaganza a family-friendly hit!
13 Jun 2017
Relaxed Performance at the Martin Harris Centre receives high numbers of visitors of all ages.
IT equipment procurement – year end deadline
13 Jun 2017
Any IT equipment to be funded from this year’s budget, including Apple equipment must be ordered before the end of June
Queues, Clogs and Redemption
14 Jun 2017
Saturday 10 June 2017 to Sunday 5 November 2017 at Salford Museum and Art Gallery
University opens PET-MR scanner
14 Jun 2017
Prof Dame Nancy Rothwell, Chancellor Lemn Sissay, Kathy Cowell OBE, Chairman of the Board of CMFT and Gill Heaton OBE, Deputy Chief Executive of the Trust have opened the PET-MR scanner that will enable enhanced research in dementia.
Staff and students recognised at Antibiotics Awareness Awards
14 Jun 2017
Roger Harrison and Lydia Bagg have won two national awards as part of Public Health England’s programme on antibiotic guardianship.
Come to our first ever Community Festival
14 Jun 2017
On Saturday, 17 June your University is holding its very first Community Festival!
Staff benefits update – 14 June 2017
14 Jun 2017
It’s the final reminder for Father’s Day and the Annual Cycling Event on Thursday, 15 June
Week of events casts light on refugees' stories
14 Jun 2017
The Institute of Cultural Practices are delighted to announce their event series, Our City, Our Home, collaborating with Refugee Week and Manchester Refugee Support Network
Let’s clean the air in Manchester through collective action
15 Jun 2017
Today (Thursday) is National Clean Air Day
The University of Manchester Magazine online now!
15 Jun 2017
Read all about the revolutionary spirit that defines our University in Issue 6
Volunteers needed for rankings research
15 Jun 2017
How do academics decide which universities to nominate?
Download apps to help in an emergency
15 Jun 2017
Ian Halliwell, our Crime Reduction Advisor, highlights some essential apps for emergency help
Stay active over the summer vacation!
15 Jun 2017
SPORT Manchester has a number of classes running during summer
Stay safe from phishing and ransomware
16 Jun 2017
Do you know how to keep yourself and the University cyber safe?
Cleaner water, bluer skies
16 Jun 2017
Our latest graphene breakthrough could bring safe drinking water to millions – news that has captured the imagination of one of the world’s most famous entrepreneurs.
A big thank you from our Staff Survey charities
16 Jun 2017
More than £7,000 was raised by our Staff Survey respondents for three nominated local charities
World’s leading renewable energy experts head to Manchester
16 Jun 2017
Will smart cities provide the next step in sustainable living? Can renewable energy play a key role in stopping widespread blackouts?
Defending the bee: The emblem of Manchester
19 Jun 2017
In a rapidly changing world, what role might the bee play in our future? And who will preserve its own?
University community honoured by the Queen
19 Jun 2017
Congratulations to those recognised by Her Majesty the Queen in the Birthday Honours list
Abandoned bike sweeps on campus
20 Jun 2017
Got a bike on campus? Not used it for a while? Better check it's not been tagged
Introduction of login changes delayed
20 Jun 2017
Changes to the way we login (to introduce 2-factor authentication) have been delayed until after Start of Year 2017.
Advance notice of tree removal on Brunswick Street
20 Jun 2017
Five further trees are due to be felled on Brunswick Street later this week as part of the creation of Brunswick Park, a parkland in the heart of the University campus
New Director of University of Manchester Worldwide
21 Jun 2017
Professor Elaine Ferneley to lead ambitious expansion of our distance and blended learning activities
Briefing session on counter terrorism guidance
21 Jun 2017
A second session has been arranged for staff with one of Greater Manchester Police's Counter Terrorism Security Advisors
Smartphones new weapon in war against anxiety
21 Jun 2017
New research has revealed that apps installed on smartphones can be used to significantly reduce anxiety
Staff benefits update – 20 June 2017
21 Jun 2017
This week we feature wellbeing, fitness and beauty options, plus savings with the Gro Company and an update on the Annual Cycling Day
University achieves Silver status in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
22 Jun 2017
Result acknowledges our tremendous progress in recent years to bring about significant improvements in the student experience
FSE Faculty Review
22 Jun 2017
In December 2016 Professor Martin Schröder initiated a review of current structures within the Faculty of Science and Engineering.
Free Clinical Bioinformatics and Genomics MOOC
22 Jun 2017
Explore the world of a Clinical Bioinformatician and their important role in a patient’s journey in this free five week course
Congratulations to our Manchester International Festival ticket winners!
22 Jun 2017
We received a bumper number of entries for our ticket prize draw
Voicemail unavailable on Monday evening
22 Jun 2017
We’re performing some upgrades on the Voicemail service on Monday 26 June.
Thank you for your payroll giving!
23 Jun 2017
The University has received the Payroll Giving Bronze Award 2017 from the Institute of Fundraising and HM Government for the third year running
Have you considered pursuing a professional doctorate relevant to your career?
23 Jun 2017
Doctor of Education EdD programme open for admissions this September
Places available on Child Protection Policy & Guidance course
23 Jun 2017
This course is aimed at staff whose work may bring them into contact with young people under 18 in the course of their official duties
Early deadline for fees & expenses due to Finance Year End
23 Jun 2017
Important information on financial year end implications for fees and expenses
What could be bigger than the Higgs boson?
26 Jun 2017
Find out in issue 6 of The University of Manchester Magazine
Graphene put under spotlight for Shell boss
26 Jun 2017
Ben van Beurden, CEO of Royal Dutch Shell, updated development led by the University at international showcase
Film screening of documentary ‘Sacred Sperm’
26 Jun 2017
Documentary explores one of the biggest taboos in Judaism followed by Q&A
Mobike, China’s largest bike-share scheme, is coming to Manchester!
26 Jun 2017
App the ready for accessible and affordable transport to tackle congestion and pollution
How well do you know the University?
27 Jun 2017
Test your knowledge with this short quiz
Queues, Clogs and Redemption
27 Jun 2017
Salford Museum and Art Gallery from 10 June to 5 November 2017
Graphene dress lights up energy expo
27 Jun 2017
University delegation is ‘frocking’ the international stage to showcase great British innovation
Allan Matthews, Director of BP-ICAM
27 Jun 2017
Professor Allan Matthews has been appointed Director of the BP International Centre for Advanced Materials (BP-ICAM)
Sandra shares her career story on Science Council blog
27 Jun 2017
Last year, Senior Research Technician Sandra Taylor was asked to become a Registrant Champion
Appointment of Director of Planning
28 Jun 2017
Alliance MBS alumnus Matt Atkin to help deliver the University’s strategic vision
Staff benefits update – 28 June 2017
28 Jun 2017
This week we feature the launch of a new medical healthcare scheme for you with AXA PPP Healthcare, a Spa offer for The Midland Hotel and details on how to register for Wider Wallet.
New organisational arrangements for First Aid Training
29 Jun 2017
With effect from 1 August 2017, the administration of First Aid is moving from the Directorate of Student Experience to Safety Services in the Directorate of Compliance and Risk
The Great Science Share 2017 will inspire hundreds of children this July!
29 Jun 2017
Hundreds of primary school children are set to gather with the next generation of scientists at the Greater Manchester Great Science Share
George Osborne appointed as Honorary Professor of Economics
29 Jun 2017
Northern Powerhouse Partnership chairman and former Chancellor of the Exchequer to share unparalleled experience of economics
Fire safety review
29 Jun 2017
Following the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower a priority review of the University’s fire safety arrangements is currently taking place and is due to be complete by Friday, 30 June 2017
Helping a new generation of vegetable growers
30 Jun 2017
We work with Veg Box People and Manchester Veg People to bring you locally grown produce to campus
Are people ‘rolling the dice’ when it comes to food safety?
30 Jun 2017
A new study has revealed the levels of bad behaviours in UK kitchens which increase the public’s risk of getting food poisoning