News archive – August 2019
Staff benefits and wellbeing update
01 Aug 2019
Get some more happiness, check out our facilities on campus and enter the latest staff wellbeing prize draw!
Faculty of Science and Engineering launches new two-School structure
01 Aug 2019
Today, 1 August, marks a significant milestone for FSE as they officially launch their new two-School structure with the previous nine Schools becoming Departments
Maxine Peake to give Peterloo poetry reading at John Rylands Library
01 Aug 2019
The event is now sold out, but the event will be livestreamed on the Library's Facebook page
SEED welcomes CARA/SRF Fellow
02 Aug 2019
Dr Wiesam Essa joins the Department of Geography.
Super Break has ceased trading
02 Aug 2019
ABTA has announced that Super Break and Late Rooms ceased trading on 1st August.
Help shape the future of the UMRun Group
02 Aug 2019
We'd like your views on our successful UMRun Group, which was set up in 2015
Launch of OneTrust - simplifying GDPR compliance
05 Aug 2019
Making it quicker, simpler and easier for staff to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation and manage information risk
University’s free bus service – reminder of correct stops
05 Aug 2019
Free bus route made clear and a request to use your unlimited travel card if possible, after review reveals confusion and cost implications
PLAYTIME at the Whitworth
05 Aug 2019
Free things for families every day this summer
Recruiting ResLife advisors
05 Aug 2019
Get involved in supporting students in halls
Viewpoint blog: Why should high performing organisations prioritise wellbeing?
06 Aug 2019
Professor Sir Cary Cooper is in conversation with Dr Julian Skyrme
This year's clearing campaign has launched
06 Aug 2019
Our integrated clearing campaign has launched across social media, digital advertising, newsletters and the website
Changes to 147 route during temporary diversion
06 Aug 2019
The 147 buses will not stop at Charles Street or Sackville Street until 8 August
Leadership in Finance - interim arrangements
06 Aug 2019
Interim arrangements in place to lead the Directorate of Finance
Presidential Fellowship applications open for early career academics
06 Aug 2019
We've launched a further recruitment campaign for the prestigious University of Manchester Presidential Fellowships
University scoops prestigious prize for The Market food concept
06 Aug 2019
The University Caterers Organisation has announced the winners of its awards to more than 400 industry guests during the three-day summer conference at The University of York
Wood Street Mission lottery winner
06 Aug 2019
Announcing the winner of the August 2019 draw
Find out more about Mark Hughes and his plans for Social Responsibility in FSE
07 Aug 2019
We caught up with Dr Mark Hughes, Department of Physics and Astronomy, following the announcement of his new role as the Faculty of Science and Engineering's Associate Dean for Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Staff benefits update
08 Aug 2019
Time for a cottage break, a Forest Holiday, a day out or break to a Merlin attraction or take part in a prize draw!
Bringing the Student Lifecycle and Student Experience projects together
08 Aug 2019
The Staff Survey 2019 has highlighted that we need to manage change more effectively. Bringing together the Student Lifecycle Project (SLP) and the Student Experience project under a single programme, will ensure that we integrate all aspects of these projects, to enable the changes to be successfully implemented.
One Giant Leap: Talk and Tour at Jodrell Bank
08 Aug 2019
New dates have been announced for this hugely popular tour to mark the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing
Your Payroll Giving to inspire others
09 Aug 2019
In May, the total figure donated by you to charities via our Payroll Giving Scheme exceeded £1million
PM announces new plans for researchers’ visas and research funding
09 Aug 2019
Round-up of sector reaction
Give our new students a warm welcome
09 Aug 2019
Help new students settle in to University life by wearing a purple AskMe badge
Interested in playing netball?
09 Aug 2019
Every year, the University runs a campus sport netball league open to our staff and students, plus those from RNCM, NHS and MMU
GlobalProtect VPN access issues - resolved
12 Aug 2019
On 12 August, staff experienced issues logging into GlobalProtect
Network maintenance on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 August
13 Aug 2019
To improve the performance of the University network, there will be short periods of interruption to connectivity on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 August.
Dignity at Work Policy
13 Aug 2019
Professor Colette Fagan, Vice-President for Research, reminds staff about the University Dignity at Work Policy
Thursday Lates at the Whitworth
14 Aug 2019
Adults…unleash your inner child on Thursday, 22 August
Have an out-of-this-world Pride month at the University
14 Aug 2019
Throughout August the University will be joining the city of Manchester in celebrating Pride. Find out how you can get involved!
Information on dealing with clearing and confirmation telephone calls
14 Aug 2019
Thursday, 15 August 2019 is A-level results day and as always, we’re expecting a very high volume of phone calls into the University
Local Staff Survey 2019 reports published
15 Aug 2019
Read a detailed report of the survey responses in your area
Tree maintenance off Dover Street
16 Aug 2019
Essential maintenance has been taken on four mature willow trees off Dover Street in front of the Simon building
Summer drop-in sessions by the Counselling Service for staff
16 Aug 2019
No need to book, just turn up to these staff only sessions
Manchester BRC Themed Discussion and Networking Event
16 Aug 2019
Team Science ‘Building your Research Network’ workshop - Monday 30 September
Update on 147 bus service
19 Aug 2019
Following staff feedback and negotiations with Stagecoach, the operator of the 147 inter-site bus service, all bus stops along Oxford Road connecting north and south campus will again be part of the free service for staff and students
New My Manchester launch
19 Aug 2019
New My Manchester for students launches on Tuesday, 27 August
10,000 Actions now supports the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals
20 Aug 2019
We’ve aligned our sustainability initiative with the blueprint for a better and more sustainable future
Upgrading to Microsoft Windows 10
20 Aug 2019
Windows 10 is the latest version of the Windows operating system from Microsoft
Our Values – update and next steps
20 Aug 2019
Thank you to everyone who has contributed their stories to help uncover our University’s values
Family Gorgeous and Friends present the Museum Menagerie
20 Aug 2019
To celebrate Manchester Pride, Manchester Museum will be hosting an afternoon of drag cabaret, curated and produced by Manchester-based drag queens, Family Gorgeous
Trip to London to visit The Making of Harry Potter
20 Aug 2019
Join the Students' Union on a visit to The Making of Harry Potter at Warner Bros Studio Tour London on 31 August
Chancellor Lemn Sissay to guest edit BBC Radio 4's Today programme
21 Aug 2019
Poet, author and broadcaster Lemn Sissay MBE will guest edit on Tuesday, 27 August
Update on the EU settlement scheme for EU citizens living in the UK
21 Aug 2019
The UK government has issued new reassurance for EU citizens and their family members in the UK
Do you cycle to work?
21 Aug 2019
Join a friendly community of cyclists and enjoy a free breakfast on Wednesday, 4 September
Staff benefits update
22 Aug 2019
Ahead of the hot Bank Holiday weekend there are wellbeing, travel and leisure updates!
Blackwell's to host author Angela Meyer at book launch
22 Aug 2019
The author will talk about her debut novel 'A Superior Spectre' on Wednesday, 28 August
Mazen Kerbaj (Lebanese Trumpet)
22 Aug 2019
1.10pm, Thursday 26 September at the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre
Cézanne at the Whitworth
22 Aug 2019
This exhibition celebrates an extraordinary collection of drawings and prints by Paul Cézanne (1839–1906) that has been gifted and placed on long-term loan to the Whitworth by gallerist, collector, author and publisher Karsten Schubert
Assistant curator wins arts award to develop South Asian textile collection
22 Aug 2019
Uthra Rajgopal awarded £38,600 by the Art Fund
Want to give Walking Netball a try?
23 Aug 2019
Walking Netball is a slowed down version of netball, designed for anyone looking to exercise in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment.
Computer review
23 Aug 2019
Within IT Services, we’re running an extensive programme of activities to make our digital services the very best they can be, and improve the way our staff and students can work, study and research
Natural skincare demonstration at next WI meeting
23 Aug 2019
Join the University's WI group on 5 September, where a representative from natural skincare and make-up brand Tropic Skincare will be demonstrating products and giving a chance to buy
Give your feedback and help shape the Athena SWAN Charter for Gender Equality
23 Aug 2019
Advance HE, the national body behind Athena SWAN, is currently undertaking a review of the charter and associated awards process with a view to implement changes
Update on 147 bus service
26 Aug 2019
Following staff feedback and negotiations with Stagecoach, the operator of the 147 inter-site bus service, all bus stops along Oxford Road connecting north and south campus will again be part of the free service for staff and students
Raise funds for the Pankhurst Trust with afternoon tea at Chancellors Hotel
27 Aug 2019
A relaxed afternoon tea on Friday, 20 September plus hear from guest speakers as part of Global Week
The next innovation communities: drones and mapping
27 Aug 2019
More innovation community events for staff to join coming up in September
Communications, Media and Public Relations move.
28 Aug 2019
We're now in the John Owens Building
Annual national pay award 2019-2020
28 Aug 2019
University of Manchester staff to receive base pay increase of between 1.8% and 3.65%
Campus Life project to provide mental health resources for private rental sector
28 Aug 2019
Project will support students in private housing
Library’s reading list service overhaul now complete
29 Aug 2019
New service brings major improvements to staff and student experience
Chancellor's new book My Name is Why published
29 Aug 2019
Poet and author Lemn Sissay's book is a searing account of his childhood experience of the care system, race, family and the meaning of home
Study for a free complementary therapies diploma
30 Aug 2019
The ITEC Level 2 Complementary Therapies diploma is offered by White Rose Beauty College
Give our new students a warm welcome
30 Aug 2019
Help new students settle in to University life by wearing a purple AskMe badge
Looking for new office furniture?
30 Aug 2019
Come along and meet the University's new furniture supply partner, The Senator Group
How a bus for the homeless is helping drive hospitality sector recruitment
30 Aug 2019
Through its various recruitment drives, Manchester Hoteliers’ Association (MHA) has linked with the Embassy Bus, a homeless shelter for up to 14 people stationed in Salford
'Extinction Rebellion' climate change protest
30 Aug 2019
Travel information regarding a planned Northern Rebellion ‘Extinction Rebellion’ climate change protest and encampment
Princess Street closures
30 Aug 2019
Important information which may affect travel journeys
Wellbeing Lecture Series
30 Aug 2019
The Wellbeing Lecture Series is back for the new year! The Staff Wellbeing Team are delighted to confirm our first three lectures.