News archive – September 2014

UniLife will be back from its summer break soon
01 Sep 2014
View the publication schedule for 2014/15

Endowment funds review
01 Sep 2014
The University of Manchester, with advice from the Charity Commission, is currently undertaking a review of its substantial portfolio of endowment funds, some of which dates back to 1850

Professional Development Network Annual Event
02 Sep 2014
On Tuesday, 28 October (9.30am to 2pm) at the Harwood Room, Manchester Meeting Place (previously Staff House)

Are you making a difference?
02 Sep 2014
Share your inspiring stories

CoreMunicate feedback: improving efficiency and identifying waste
02 Sep 2014
Here is a summary of the main issues and themes from March's team brief discussion topic and tips on what you can do personally to eliminate waste and inefficiency

Has your child recently flown the nest to university?
02 Sep 2014
Volunteers wanted for Parents' Stand in Whitworth Hall during Autumn Open Days 2014

Wood Street Mission Lottery: September's winner
02 Sep 2014
Another lucky member of staff has won a windfall and helped the University's official charity to provide basic essentials for local families in need

Swap Shop ready for a new term of sustainable fashion
02 Sep 2014
Sport Development Coordinator and Sustainability Enthusiast Katy Young has been helping to run a clothes swap shop at the Eighth Day Cafe for just over a year, and wants to let staff and students know it's now monthly!

Muck, sweat and tears to fix Jo in Moscow
02 Sep 2014
Despite being sick herself for the last two weeks before the race, Rowena Harding managed to complete the half-ironman distance triathlon to raise funds for her friend’s stem cell treatment

E-learning talent recognised by national award
03 Sep 2014
Jade Kelsall, e-Learning Technologist for The University of Manchester Library, has been awarded second place in the individual category of the Association for Learning and Technology’s Learning Technologist of the Year Award (ALT) 2014

Enhancing students' experience of the Podcasting service
03 Sep 2014
From 8 September course unit Podcasts will be accessible from a new and improved website.

Calling all floppy disk drives and legacy computers
03 Sep 2014
If you have any old equipment, containing floppy or tape drives, that you intend to dispose of – John Rylands Library wants it!

Data Security
03 Sep 2014
As we approach the start of the academic year, please remind staff in your respective areas to take particular care around data security in their communications with students

'Anthology' launches Manchester’s creative new writing talent
03 Sep 2014
At 7pm, Wednesday 3 September 2014, Manchester’s new writing talent will gather at the International Anthony Burgess Foundation, to celebrate and read from a new anthology of their work

You've got more time to get your stories into eUpdate!
03 Sep 2014
5pm on Wednesdays is the new deadline for submission of news and announcements to be considered for publication in eUpdate

Lovell Lecture - Planetary nebulae: reflections of the dying Sun
03 Sep 2014
Professor Albert Zijlstra, Director of Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics, will give this annual leacture on Thursday, 18 September 2014 (7.30pm to 9pm) at Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre

Say it with a Thank You card!
04 Sep 2014
Instantly reward and recognise members of staff that go that extra mile

Oxford Road temporary closure - latest news
04 Sep 2014
The section of Oxford Road between Hathersage Road and Grafton Street could be closed for up to six weeks

Janice joins Memory Walks in tribute to her mum
04 Sep 2014
Janice Ellis, from the Division of Communications and Marketing, is taking part in not one, but two, Memory Walks for the Alzheimer’s Society in the same weekend

Join us for ‘Latin Fever’ Dance Classes
04 Sep 2014
Dance classes take place between 24 September and 19 November

University shortlisted in Times Higher Education Awards
04 Sep 2014
School Governors Initiative in running for Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community award

Egyptology graduands gather from across the globe
04 Sep 2014
On 25 July 2014, University of Manchester students living in the USA, Bulgaria, Spain, Germany, Finland and all corners of the British Isles gathered in the Manchester Museum to receive the award of the Certificate or Diploma in Egyptology

Updated policy on recruitment interview expenses
04 Sep 2014
From 1 August 2014 all candidate claims are limited to a maximum of £250 (including candidates travelling from abroad)

Staff benefits update
04 Sep 2014
Lots of great discounts on food, drink, theatre and travel

Fairness at Work research briefings and video
04 Sep 2014
MBS’ Fairness at Work Research Centre (FairWRC) has launched a series of leading-edge research briefings on a range of equality and fairness issues at an event at the British Academy, London, which was attended by almost 50 university academics, HR practitioners and trade union representatives

Dementia Friends Training session
04 Sep 2014
Wednesday 10 September, 12-1pm, in the Jean McFarlane Building

Another successful year for enterprise at The University of Manchester
04 Sep 2014
2013/14 was another incredibly successful year for Manchester Enterprise Centre, the University’s focal point for student enterprise and entrepreneurship learning

Make a Difference: Think Sustainability - help us shape this key programme
04 Sep 2014
Make a difference by helping to shape a key University programme for environmental sustainability on Wednesday, 10 September 2014 from 12pm - 2pm

First app for weather and air quality forecasting released
04 Sep 2014
The School of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences has recently released its first iPhone/iPad app for weather forecasting and air quality forecasting

Pharmacy School’s Foundation Year programmes sees its first graduates
04 Sep 2014
The first students to take part in Manchester Pharmacy School’s Foundation Year programme graduated this summer after progressing onto the MPharm undergraduate course

After Hours: Oxjam Take Over
04 Sep 2014
Join us on Thursday, 4 September as we team up with Oxjam for an eclectic evening exploring how music plays an integral part in cultures around the world and can help galvanise the fight against global poverty

In The Footsteps of Alexander the Great: a fresh look at an epic journey
04 Sep 2014
Acclaimed historian, author and broadcaster, Professor Michael Wood, will look again at the story of Alexander the Great, on Monday, 15 September

University launches Teaching and Learning Funding Programme
04 Sep 2014
Centre for Higher Education Research, Innovation and Learning offers project funding for 2014-15 academic year

Gruelling cycle challenge for The Christie
04 Sep 2014
Patrick riding 90 miles a day for 11 days non-stop to cover 1,000 miles

Getting the most out of your Windows 7 managed desktop computer
05 Sep 2014
Answers to feedback about the Windows 7 managed desktop

Getting coaching to work
05 Sep 2014
Manchester Business School inspires leaders with business coaching confidence

Join the innovation revolution
05 Sep 2014
Free volunteer places at enterprise conference

Great cake sale for cancer care
05 Sep 2014
Bakers – and hungry customers – required!

University researcher involved in the discovery of a new dinosaur
05 Sep 2014
Dr Victoria Egerton, from the School of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, helped in the excavation and preparation of the specimen - one of the most complete examples of gigantic titanosaurian sauropod dinosaurs ever discovered

Countdown is looking for contestants!
05 Sep 2014
Do you want to appear on Channel 4's longest running programme?

Directors dare to get drenched for a good cause: the video
08 Sep 2014
Director of Estates and Facilities Diana Hampson and Assistant Director Steve Jordan took part in the Ice Bucket Challenge this week to raise funds for charity Reverse Rett

Autumn 2014 season
08 Sep 2014
Welcome to the autumn 2014 season at the Martin Harris Centre

Did you buy a HP or Compaq laptop between September 2010 and June 2012?
08 Sep 2014
Check to see if you need to return your power cord

Life Sciences academics share their 'Eye Know How'
08 Sep 2014
Ever wondered what the back of your own eye looks like? You can find out on Saturday, 13 September!

Study Abroad Fair
08 Sep 2014
The Study Abroad Fair will take place on Monday, 27 October 2014 (12 noon to 4pm) in Academy 2

Student Call Team seeks telephone fundraisers
08 Sep 2014
Recruitment is now open for the University’s Student Call Team, the team raises money each year towards projects which will benefit students at the University today and in the future

Professional Development Network Annual Event
09 Sep 2014
A chance to work together to address workplace issues

Matthew takes a shower for charity
09 Sep 2014
Matthew Ball-Foster from University Place faced the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise money for the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA)

Oxford Road closure: latest news
09 Sep 2014
United Utilities estimate that the earliest date for completion of the repair works is Saturday, 20 September, but if they find an additional collapse further along the sewer, the project could last a further seven to ten days

Your chance to make a Green Impact!
09 Sep 2014
A fun, easy and innovative way to help to reduce the University's environmental impact – form a team from your department, lab or building and sign up today!

Remembering the first Manchester University medical student killed in WW1
09 Sep 2014
Captain Frank Forrest, Royal Army Medical Corps, died on Tuesday, 13 September 1914 during the Battle of the Aisne, aged 35.

Interested in becoming an Harassment Advisor?
09 Sep 2014
The University is increasing the number of voluntary harassment advisors – as one of the actions of the Behaviours Group of the Staff Survey

WELCOME WEEK PRODUCTION: Away From Home
10 Sep 2014
On 18 and 19 September, 7pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Gordon Burns chairs Question Time style debate on local health services tonight
10 Sep 2014
Have your say on the future of local health services in Greater Manchester at the first in a series of debates in Renold Building, North Campus on Wednesday, 10 September (7-8.30pm)

Join the UoM-PA's for a network evening
10 Sep 2014
The University of Manchester Internal EA/PA Network (UoM-PAs) is hosting a networking and development evening at the DoubleTree Hilton, Piccadilly and welcomes new members to attend on Thursday, 11 September

Are you a PSS member of staff looking to purchase a tablet or laptop?
10 Sep 2014
If so, please visit the PSS mobile device website for friendly, non-technical buying advice on all University-supported options

Staff benefits update
10 Sep 2014
It’s a busy week this week with offers for you - Buy Art Fair, NUS Extra Card, Perkz prizes, Disney On Ice, Baby and Toddler Show tickets to win!

Ask Me is back!
11 Sep 2014
Staff from across the University are proudly wearing their Ask Me badges and swotting up on the information they need to know in order to answer the many weird and wonderful questions that will come their way during Orientation and Welcome

What's on for students in Welcome Week
11 Sep 2014
The University have been working in partnership with the Students’ Union to organise a number of activities and events for students during Orientation and Welcome (Thursday, 11 September to Friday, 19 September)

Top five things you need to know about Welcome
11 Sep 2014
If you've only got five minutes to spare, here's what you need to know about Welcome

Communicating Welcome: What have students been told, and when?
11 Sep 2014
We send so much information to new students before, during, and after Welcome, it's hard to keep track of it: here's a guide to what they've been told so far

Alex Waddington walks around the clock and around the Peak District for charity
11 Sep 2014
Keen walker Alex overcame the worst obstacles that the Peak District could throw at him when he tackled the Bullock Smithy Hike last weekend - and raised a target-busting sum for cancer support

Why I’m a student ambassador
11 Sep 2014
These students are genuinely excited about working during Welcome, and their reasons will make you smile

IT Account Manager
11 Sep 2014
IT Account manager problems

¡Ay caramba! I can do Spanish at the Language Centre!
11 Sep 2014
And French, and German, or Chinese…

Manchester Student Homes Awards – winners announced!
11 Sep 2014
Thanking our local community

School of Law Legal Advice Centre reopens in new premises
11 Sep 2014
Free legal advice by appointment

New £60m Engineering Innovation Centre to be based in Manchester
11 Sep 2014
During a visit to the University's graphene laboratories on 10 September, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon George Osborne MP, announced funding for the creation of a £60m Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC)

Caroline and Saq brew up charity cash
11 Sep 2014
Caroline Stanton and Saq Rasul from the Business Engagement Support Team are playing host to a Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning event on Friday, 26 September (9-11am) in room B13, Sackville Street Building

Karan's six-year study stint ends in degree success
12 Sep 2014
Karan O'Hagan, Administrator in the University Language Centre, has achieved a 2:1 BA honours degree in History from the Open University

'Humans of Humanities' project launches
12 Sep 2014
From 15 September 2014, student photographers will capture 'Life in Humanities'.

Welcome Week start on Monday!
12 Sep 2014
All you need to know to help our newest cohort

Are your students interested in enterprise and entrepreneurship?
12 Sep 2014
Please let them know that Manchester Enterprise Centre’s 2014/15 enterprise electives brochures are now available from Room 8.22, Harold Hankins Building

Oxford Road closure: latest news
12 Sep 2014
Travel information for staff and their students

National Community Conference
12 Sep 2014
'Getting It Right' in Higher Education

Manchester Museum seeks enthusiastic singers for a weekend of Wonder
12 Sep 2014
Come along to a free introductory singing workshop on Saturday, 27 September (1.30-4.30pm) or Sunday, 28 September (1.30-4.30pm) - no need to book

Economist Jim O’Neill in conversation with Andy Bounds from the FT
12 Sep 2014
On Monday, 22 September (5.45-8pm) in Vital Topics - Manchester Business School's annual lecture series

A zoologist and a philosopher meet in a pub: what do they talk about?
15 Sep 2014
Listen in on the discussion between Professor Matthew Cobb (Faculty of Life Sciences) and Professor Helen Beebee (School of Social Sciences) on 'The Philosopher's Arms' on BBC Radio 4 on Monday, 22 September (8pm)

Tuesday, 23 September is Bi Visibility Day
15 Sep 2014
Bi Visibility Day, or Celebrate Bisexuality Day, is a day for the bisexual community to celebrate their history, culture and, of course, their bisexuality!

Welcome Week starts today!
15 Sep 2014
All you need to know to help our new cohort settle in

Are you a grade 5 or 6 manager?
15 Sep 2014
Would you benefit from a fun, lively session that will help you work more effectively with University policies and procedures?

Would you like to improve your advanced English language proficiency?
15 Sep 2014
Would you like to have the opportunity to gain a globally recognised English language qualification?

Yusuf Molade is a student who’s going places - literally
15 Sep 2014
A seven-week Student Experience Internship with the Brooks World Poverty Institute was just one of the activities that this energetic economics and politics undergraduate managed to cram into the summer break between his second and third years

Are you interested in creating dynamic and engaging learning environments?
15 Sep 2014
Register now for the TurningTechnologies International User Conference on Monday, 22 September 2014 (9am-4pm) at Core Technology Facillity

Bring your mug and put a smile on your face at MHS's Macmillan Coffee Morning
15 Sep 2014
The MHS Graduate School Office is holding a Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday, 26 September (10.30-11.30am) in Staff Room (Room 3.54), 3rd Floor, Simon Building, Brunswick Street

New autumn programme of CPD skill sharing masterclasses for academic staff
15 Sep 2014
More than 300 participants took part in the first academic masterclasses and a new series has been launched for the autumn

Is your Blackboard course ready for start of year?
15 Sep 2014
This message is a final reminder about accessing and preparing your Blackboard course space (Bb course) for the new academic year

New IT Services website launched
16 Sep 2014
The new IT Services website has launched following a complete redesign

Your Wellbeing sessions have a temporary new location
16 Sep 2014
From Monday, 22 September, there'll be a new place for you to re-charge or relax in the Precinct Centre

Law professor joins Lord Chancellor's advisory body on confidential records
16 Sep 2014
The Lord Chancellor has appointed Professor Rodney Brazier from the School of Law to be a member of his Advisory Council on National Records and Archives

Have a say on the developing Teaching, Learning and Student Experience Strategy
16 Sep 2014
The first phase of consultation is open for your comments

Story of WW1 volunteers from St. Helens revealed in new book
16 Sep 2014
The full behind the scenes story of 3,000 men from St. Helens who fought in the First World War is uncovered in a book being launched this month

Meet the Good Neighbours Team at their Macmillan Coffee Morning
16 Sep 2014
Come along on 26 September to find out how the team is working to improve local communities for residents and students alike - and how you get involved

Autumn and winter events at Tabley House
16 Sep 2014
The Friends of Tabley Autumn and Winter events programme includes a fine assortment of guided tours, illuminating talks and the Carol Concert in December

President visits Melbourne and Hong Kong
16 Sep 2014
Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell will be giving the prestigious Sir Robert Menzies Oration on Higher Education at the University of Melbourne today (16 September)

Launch of Economic and Social Research Council Impact Acceleration Account
16 Sep 2014
You are invited to the launch of the Economic and Social Research Council Impact Acceleration Account (ESRC IAA) on Thursday, 9 October (11am-1.30pm)

Memorial Service for Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw
16 Sep 2014
A celebration of the life of Dame Kathleen Mary Ollerenshaw, DBE DStJ DL, will be held at Manchester Cathedral on Friday, 7 November 2014 at 11.30 am

Manchester Museum seeks enthusiastic singers for a weekend of Wonder
16 Sep 2014
Manchester Museum is looking for keen singers to join a special volunteer choir which will participate in Wonderstruck, an exciting weekend of live music and performance taking place on Saturday, 15 and Sunday, 16 November 2014

Invitation to GM AHSN Technology Innovation Challenge launch events
16 Sep 2014
Greater Manchester Academic Health Science Network (GM AHSN) is organising two launch events to mark a further round of awards in the research area of Nutrition and Hydration

Free Lunchtime Concert with Piano 4 Hands: Joseph Tong and Waka Hasegawa
17 Sep 2014
On Thursday 25 September, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Places available on TMS5C Recruitment & Selection (PSS Experienced)
17 Sep 2014
This mandatory course will help participants do the following: refresh knowledge on University policy and related legislation; share good practice; identify and discuss any barriers to effective recruitment and selection.

Who was Arthur Lewis?
17 Sep 2014
Arthur Lewis is best known as one of the founders of development economics and when he joined The University of Manchester in 1948, be became Britain’s first black professor

10% Off Christmas Early Bird Booking Deal at Chancellors
17 Sep 2014
If you are looking for a venue for this year’s Christmas Party, Chancellors are offering 10% off all bookings made by 31st October 2014

Our biggest and busiest Welcome Week yet
17 Sep 2014
Thanks to everyone helping our new students settle in

Your invite to attend Hunting Dinosaurs in the 21st Century tonight
17 Sep 2014
Staff are invited to attend tonight’s Distinguished Lecture, ‘Hunting Dinosaurs in the 21st Century’ which is taking place as part of the Welcome activities

You are invited to attend the University’s Foundation Day celebrations
17 Sep 2014
Professor Jeanette Winterson will deliver the 2014 Foundation Lecture, entitled ‘Manchester: from Gradgrind to Graphene’, on Wednesday, 22 October

Oxford Road will re-open on Saturday, 20 September after all
18 Sep 2014
Travel information for staff and their students during the remaining days of the road closure

Staff benefits update
18 Sep 2014
It’s a mixed bag with autumn cottage deals, a Phuket offer, glamping on water and health and beauty discounts!

The Confucius Institute Mandarin courses begin this month
18 Sep 2014
Don’t miss out – register now!

World War I and China
18 Sep 2014
Confucius Institute’s Free Public Talks on China 2014 looks at war marking its centenary

More cake for cancer support
18 Sep 2014
Sweet treats at Sackville Street Council Chamber

Snowdrops in memory of our WWI fallen
18 Sep 2014
Help plant 10,000 flowers on campus – to make 100,000 across Manchester

A model world goes on show in Humanities Bridgeford Street
18 Sep 2014
On Friday, 12 September, staff, students and alumni from the Manchester School of Architecture were welcomed to the opening of a new exhibition on campus

Macmillan cake sale and games at Centre for Integrated Genomic Medical Research
18 Sep 2014
CIGMR will be holding a Macmillan cake sale and themed games on Thursday, 25 September from 10am in Room 2.722, Stopford Building

Royal Society Fellowships for graphene researchers
19 Sep 2014
Prestigious honour for outstanding scientists

Opportunity for interdisciplinary researchers
19 Sep 2014
Proposals can now be submitted to University of Manchester Research Institute (UMRI) Pump Priming Programme

Global Confucius Institute Day
19 Sep 2014
Manchester celebrates Chinese Culture

Marylyn’s swimming challenge in tribute to friends' children
19 Sep 2014
English Channel relay and Lake Coniston solo swim for charity

Cuppa, cake and catch up - all for a good cause
19 Sep 2014
Come to the Division of Communications and Marketing's Macmillan Coffee Morning

iPhone and iPad users - thinking of updating to iOS 8?
20 Sep 2014
Do you need to update straight away?

Economist Jim O’Neill: Scotland debate shows communities want more power
20 Sep 2014
Leading economist Jim O’Neill, who wrote a report arguing that over-centralised decision-making in Whitehall is ‘stifling economic growth’, is speaking at The University of Manchester on Tuesday (23 September). A press conference has been planned ahead of his public lecture.

The Blair Supremacy - a study in the politics of Labour’s party management
20 Sep 2014
A ground-breaking new book investigating the management of the Labour Party during Tony Blair's leadership - published by Manchester University Press - will be debated at a Labour Party Conference fringe event (open to the media) on Monday.

Fire evacuation – take responsibility!
22 Sep 2014
The annual evacuation practices for 2014 will begin on 1 October – how prepared are you?

MUMS Welcome Concert
22 Sep 2014
On Sunday 28 September, 5pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

University Charity Bake-Off - calling all cake makers!
22 Sep 2014
Take part in a special charity bake-off event on 30 September in the Students' Union

Study Abroad Fair
22 Sep 2014
The Study Abroad Fair will take place on Tuesday, 4th November 2014 in Academy 2 from 12pm – 4pm in Academy 2

Applications now open for ILM Levels 2, 3 and 5
22 Sep 2014
Are you looking to develop your leadership and management skills? If so, you may be interested in one of our ILM programmes.

Mugs at the ready for the World's Biggest Coffee Morning
22 Sep 2014
Several groups of colleagues on and around campus will be serving coffee and cake on Thursday, 25 and Friday, 26 September to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support

Celebrate the International Day of Disabled People
22 Sep 2014
The University and MMU are holding a joint event in celebration of the International Day of Disabled People on 3 December (12.30pm to 4pm) in the Geoffrey Manton Building, MMU

Learn to Dance 'Strictly' style!
22 Sep 2014
9-week course from Wed. 24 September – Wed. 19 November 2014 (1.05pm, Martin Harris Centre)

Oxford Road will remain closed until further notice
22 Sep 2014
The re-opening of Oxford Road has been postponed following the detection of additional voids under the carriageway

Wayne's 100 mile British Heart Foundation Night Ride
22 Sep 2014
Wayne Ratcliffe from IT Services will be taking part in the British Heart Foundation Night Ride from Manchester to Blackpool

Volunteers from all levels of staff sought for Schools and Colleges Liaison Team
22 Sep 2014
Volunteers from all levels of staff are sought to join the Schools and Colleges Liaison Team, a collection of PSS and academic staff who support the delivery of recruitment-focused outreach work in schools and colleges

Dave Hartley braving fire and ice for locally rescued animals
22 Sep 2014
David Hartley, Senior Administrator for Drama in the Martin Harris Centre, is tackling the ultimate challenge for charity

Snowdrop City
22 Sep 2014
On Sunday, 21 September, as part of a National Trust initiative, more than 30 student volunteers worked alongside staff and National Trust representatives to plant over 10,000 snowdrop bulbs on campus

Undergraduate Open Days
22 Sep 2014
10,000 people are expected to visit campus on each of the upcoming Open Days: Saturday, 27 September and Saturday, 4 October (10am – 4pm)

Research IT Forum Wed 24 September - for academics and researchers
23 Sep 2014
We invite all academics and researchers at The University of Manchester to our Research IT forum event, starting at 12.30 on Wednesday, 24 September.

Keeping in touch with IT Services
23 Sep 2014
IT Know-How tip

Sign up for Green Impact!
23 Sep 2014
A fun, easy and innovative way to help to reduce the University's environmental impact – form a team from your department, lab or building and sign up today!

Relocation, relocation, relocation advice for managers
23 Sep 2014
The University has appointed Crown Relocations to provide a smooth transition to life in Manchester for newly recruited members of academic and academic-related staff

Renting in Manchester? Fill in survey for chance to win £100 Amazon voucher
23 Sep 2014
We have been asked to circulate a survey on behalf of Manchester Life - a partnership between Manchester City Council and ADUG, which will deliver thousands of Manchester homes

Do you know someone who always goes the extra mile?
23 Sep 2014
Why not put them forward for a President’s Distinguished Achievement Award so that they know they are appreciated?

Launch of the iZone, Ground Floor, University Place
23 Sep 2014
Welcome Week marks the launch of the new Ground Floor iZone, which is the second phase of establishing University Place as the campus hub for student support, information, advice and guidance

Shake up your wardrobe and SWISH!
24 Sep 2014
Following on from the success of the last event; Wednesday 5th November (12:30 – 1:30pm) will see the seasonal Rutherford ‘Swish’ (Clothes Swap) in the Rutherford Room

Transport to 'Watch the Skies' at Jodrell Bank
24 Sep 2014
Big Green Coach are operating a day return coach service on both Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th October to Jodrell Bank

Changes to Copyright law brings benefits to the University
24 Sep 2014
Copyright law has been updated to make it more suited to our digital society. The changes bring benefits for staff, researchers and students of the University

New digital ‘Route Explorer’ puts buses at your fingertips
24 Sep 2014
Passengers using Greater Manchester buses now have a new pocket-sized trip adviser following the launch of a new mobile-friendly tool which puts finding a bus right at their fingertips

A picture of inspiration
24 Sep 2014
Mural to commemorate Arthur Lewis

Fuel Efficient Smarter Driver Training
24 Sep 2014
FREE places available – apply now!

October’s Cycle Work heads to RNCM (on Thursday!)
24 Sep 2014
The ever popular Corridor Manchester monthly cycle event pedals along to The Royal Northern College of Music for October – with a twist!

University wins equality award
24 Sep 2014
Business in the Community honours our recruitment of ethnic minority talent

Staff benefits update
24 Sep 2014
Discounted film event at Jodrell Bank, save money on a summerhouse and wedding photography and receive up to 30% off at IHG hotels!

TODAY: Free Lunchtime Concert with Piano 4 Hands
25 Sep 2014
On Thursday 25 September, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Sweet treats and a sweepstake for cancer care
25 Sep 2014
School of Maths joins Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning

Discuss the House of Lords, communication and the media
25 Sep 2014
Join Lord Speaker Baroness D'Souza and guests

Cake-fuelled charity boost
25 Sep 2014
Take part in Macmillans World’s Biggest Coffee Morning at the Pensions Office

Cake wars for charity!
25 Sep 2014
Prize for best geography-themed cake at Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning

Places left on Mandarin Chinese courses
25 Sep 2014
Register now at the Confucius Institute

Vote for Michelle’s inspiring community project
25 Sep 2014
Hulme Community Garden up for Guardian award

Applications now open for ILM Level 5 Coaching and Mentoring
25 Sep 2014
Contribute to the development of coaching provision across the University and gain a nationally recognised qualification in Management Coaching and Mentoring!

Practice your Chinese for free
25 Sep 2014
All welcome to Mandarin Corner

University Charity Bake-Off - calling all cake makers!
26 Sep 2014
Take part in special charity bake-off event on 30 September in the Students' Union

"Shellshock" IT bug – what you need to know
26 Sep 2014
You may have heard or read about the so called 'ShellShock' bug that is affecting IT systems around the world; allowing criminals to gain access to IT systems.

Performance by John Hegley - English performance poet, comedian, musician
28 Sep 2014
On Saturday 4 October, 8pm at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama

University street market a great success
29 Sep 2014
The first University street market on 23 September was a great success with staff and students enjoying a variety of authentic and ethically sourced street foods as well as providing a chance to buy excellent local ingredients including cheeses, breads, cakes and organic veg

IT Services paves the way for Customer Service Excellence
29 Sep 2014
As part of the on-going transformation of IT here at The University, IT Services are delighted to announce that they have been successful in attaining the Governments’ Customer Service Excellence (CSE) Award. IT Services now join the University Library in being awarded this accreditation.

Black History Month at the Race Relations Resource Centre
29 Sep 2014
An exciting programme of events taking place at Manchester Central Library

The 2014 Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Lecture
30 Sep 2014
This year's subject is 'Clueless Voting' with Professor Imre Leader, from The University of Cambridge, and will take place on Tuesday, 21st October 2014

Free contact lens fittings, trials and check-ups
30 Sep 2014
All contact lens wearers and those wishing to try contact lenses for the first time are welcome at the Optometry Teaching Clinics

Two more Athena SWAN Awards under our belt
30 Sep 2014
Now fourteen Schools carry honour for their commitment to the recruitment, retention and progression of women