News archive – October 2020
Online open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
01 Oct 2020
Thursday 8 October, 1pm – 2pm
Staff benefits update
01 Oct 2020
Time to visit our cultural institutions
£32 million research boost to establish African Cities Research Consortium
01 Oct 2020
Researchers from the Global Development Institute have been awarded a new research contract of £32 million to establish the African Cities Research Consortium (ACRC), funded by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FDCO) as part of UK Aid
Update on University operations and Department for Education (DfE) tier level
01 Oct 2020
A message from Professor Nalin Thakkar, Chair of Campus Reopening Group and Vice President for Social Responsibility
Clearance Certificates and checklists
01 Oct 2020
The Campus Re-opening and Corporate Support Group has taken the decision to dispense with Clearance Certificates and checklists when reopening a building/lab or office space
Issues affecting access to Outlook email - RESOLVED
01 Oct 2020
Microsoft are reporting that there are currently issues affecting access to Outlook email
Thanks a million – and beyond – from our Emergency Hardship Appeal
01 Oct 2020
University thanks more than 3,000 supporters who raised over £1 million to help our students in need
Suspension of StaffNet's Marketplace
01 Oct 2020
Our StaffNet Marketplace will continue to be suspended due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
Resources and help for self-isolating students
01 Oct 2020
A new webpage has been launched with tips and advice for self-isolation
Reported COVID-19 cases to be published on website
01 Oct 2020
Daily reports starting today
Online event: Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Public Lecture
02 Oct 2020
The 2020 Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw Public Lecture will be held on Tuesday, 13 October 2020
A huge thank you for donating to support women in crisis
02 Oct 2020
Back in July the Volunteering and Community Engagement team posted a call-out on StaffNet for donations for the women’s refuges we work with on a regular basis
Get your bike fixed for free
02 Oct 2020
Every Wednesday until 28 October cycle mechanics will carry out free repairs and maintenance
University partners with University of Melbourne to deliver Masters programme
02 Oct 2020
The launch of the Master of Leadership for Development signals a first-of-its-kind international collaboration between the University of Melbourne and The University of Manchester
Tackling inequality is key for post-COVID economic recovery, say experts
02 Oct 2020
Safeguarding people's living standards, re-evaluating the role of key workers in society, and reducing racial and social inequality are crucial for the UK’s economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic
Leading experts discuss state of primary care sector
02 Oct 2020
Policy@Manchester launch new publication, 'On Primary Care: General Practice, Pharmacy, Workforce'
President and Vice-Chancellor meets staff and students on campus visit
02 Oct 2020
Professor Nancy Rothwell thanked staff for their hard work and commitment to safely welcome students to our campus
Support available for estranged students
02 Oct 2020
As part of plans to enhance the support offered to students who are estranged from their families and our University’s commitment to the Stand Alone pledge, the Undergraduate Access Scholarship of £1000 a year will now be available to estranged students
Desk pilates with UoM Sport
05 Oct 2020
11am – 11.30am on Tuesday, 6 October
Campus Solutions unavailable 9-12 October
05 Oct 2020
Vital update to be completed
Regional COVID-19 cases
05 Oct 2020
Update for colleagues
How can research improve pregnancy outcomes - the Manchester experience
05 Oct 2020
Part of the MAHSC Seminar Series, 7 October
Advanced Materials in Medicine early career researcher funding scheme
05 Oct 2020
Funding scheme will support and strengthen a fellowship application within Advanced Materials in Medicine at Manchester
Developing personal resilience for change
06 Oct 2020
Facilitated online workshop exploring personal resilience for change
Wood Street Mission lottery winner
06 Oct 2020
Announcing the winner of the October 2020 draw
UMBUG cycle group virtual breakfast
06 Oct 2020
Join our friendly group for a virtual breakfast meet-up
Important update regarding campus car parking
06 Oct 2020
The University has agreed to suspend the reinstatement of monthly car parking charges until January 2021
Response to increased infection rate in Manchester by increasing online teaching
06 Oct 2020
Important update for staff
SOLD OUT - Online open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
06 Oct 2020
Thursday 8 October, 1pm - 2pm
Online event: UCU and Climate Network discussion on fossil fuel divestment
06 Oct 2020
Join the discussion on Thursday, 8 October from 1pm-2pm
Wellbeing lecture – Mindset coaching
07 Oct 2020
1pm – 2pm on Wednesday, 21 October
Resources and help for self-isolating students
07 Oct 2020
A new webpage has been launched with tips and advice for self-isolation
Short planned interruptions to connectivity – Saturday 17 October
07 Oct 2020
Due to a routine software upgrade, there will be two short periods where connectivity to University services will be interrupted.
Microsoft Teams: live event this Thursday
07 Oct 2020
Learn more about Teams and ask questions in this one hour orientation event, 10.30am to 11.30am on Thursday 8 October.
Changes to self-isolation and positive COVID case reporting process
07 Oct 2020
Colleagues and students now need to report directly through our online form
Guidance on wearing face coverings on campus
07 Oct 2020
Face coverings must be worn within indoor settings on campus
WATCH: Professor Sir Cary Cooper talks about employee wellbeing
07 Oct 2020
The video was made for NatWest Bank ahead of World Mental Health Day
Go electric! Want to know more about electric vehicles?
07 Oct 2020
The Energy Saving Trust are hosting a 45-minute online session to provide an understanding of how you can switch your vehicle to an ultra-low emission alternative
WATCH: Online open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
08 Oct 2020
Today: Thursday 8 October, 1pm – 2pm
Staff benefits upate
08 Oct 2020
Free delivery with Blackwell's and wellbeing and discount updates
Jodrell Bank to feature on BBC Four's The Sky at Night
08 Oct 2020
The programme will air on Sunday, 11 October at 10pm
Zoom - update on student screen sharing
08 Oct 2020
Media Services in the process of licensing all students so screen sharing can be re-enabled
Advice for staff whose children are self-isolating
08 Oct 2020
What to do if your child/children are sent home from nursery or school
Online open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
08 Oct 2020
Thursday, 15 October, 11.00am – 12.30pm
University Christmas closure period to be extended
08 Oct 2020
A message from Karen Heaton, Director of Human Resources
Submit your photos for homeless charity calendar
09 Oct 2020
To mark their 30th year in 2021, Manchester homeless charity Barnabus need your photos for their calendar
Changes to self-isolation and positive COVID case reporting process
09 Oct 2020
Colleagues and students now need to report directly through our online form
WATCH: Recording of SLT open meeting now available
09 Oct 2020
Senior Leadership Team open meeting for staff
Workshop: Researching Black British History
09 Oct 2020
Discover the collections available for researching Black British history and learn more about research techniques and challenges
Furniture recycling store reopens
09 Oct 2020
The furniture recycling store has now reopened on a limited basis
Making Campus Solutions quicker and easier to use
12 Oct 2020
Improved home view available from today
Discover the wellbeing benefits of indoor plants
12 Oct 2020
3pm on Tuesday, 13 October
Show your support for the Wear Red Day campaign this Friday, 16 October
12 Oct 2020
Each October Show Racism the Red Card (SRtRC) holds its annual Wear Red Day, an initiative supported by the University and College Union
Appointment of next Pro-Chancellor
12 Oct 2020
The current Pro-Chancellor, Mrs Gillian Easson, will shortly step down from the role having served the maximum term allowed and the University is seeking a replacement
Congratulations to all our people named in Queen’s Birthday Honours list
12 Oct 2020
From promoting education to carrying out essential research to campaigning to stop child poverty, and more, we’re proud of those honoured
An update on IT Services support arrangements
12 Oct 2020
IT Services and the Library’s Digital Support teams have enhanced the IT service provision
Hate Crime: It's No Joke
12 Oct 2020
We want everyone to feel safe and respected in our community – take part in a UoM Students' Union event marking Hate Crime Awareness Week, 10 – 17 October
Wellbeing lecture for World Antibiotic Awareness Week
12 Oct 2020
A feminist perspective on the fight against Antimicrobial Resistance at noon on Wednesday, 18 November
Viewpoint: A very different start to our academic year
12 Oct 2020
Registrar, Secretary and Chief Operating Officer Patrick Hackett talks about a challenging start to the academic year and thanks colleagues
Free virtual menopause session
12 Oct 2020
Ahead of World Menopause Day a special session on Brain Fog and the Menopause
Coming out of lockdown with IntoUniversity Manchester North
13 Oct 2020
Working harder than ever to continue to create a safe, welcoming and fun environment for all of the students to learn, grow and thrive
Open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
13 Oct 2020
Thursday, 15 October, 11.00am – 12.30pm
New tiers announced by government
13 Oct 2020
Update on yesterday's announcement
Thousands of meals form part of student support package
13 Oct 2020
Staff have stepped up to make thousands of deliveries and support isolating students
Be a Carbon Crusher this October
13 Oct 2020
Chance to win £300 of cycling gear or donate to a clean air charity of your choice
Former student at Court of Appeal
13 Oct 2020
The case of Reynhard Sinaga
Teaching Assistants - Sick pay provisions for Semester 1, 2020 – 2021
13 Oct 2020
Update on employment terms and conditions for Teaching Assistants
Menopause and brain fog workshop
13 Oct 2020
12.30pm – 1.00pm, Thursday 15 October
Online event: PAC@75 – In Conversation with Lemn Sissay
13 Oct 2020
Join us for this exciting event as we invite you to join student representatives from Greater Manchester universities in conversation with writer, poet, performer and broadcaster Chancellor Lemn Sissay MBE
First Light at Jodrell Bank reaches construction milestone
13 Oct 2020
A major construction milestone was reached as the Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre’s new First Light Pavilion saw its impressive concrete dome roof installed
Places available on our BeActive classes
14 Oct 2020
There's still chance to sign up for our BeActive 8-week classes
Reminder: Interruptions to network connectivity this Saturday
14 Oct 2020
Due to a routine software upgrade, there will be two short periods where connectivity to University services will be interrupted.
Resources and help for self-isolating students
14 Oct 2020
A webpage has been launched with tips and advice for self-isolation
Foundation Day 2020 marked by tribute to our University community
14 Oct 2020
The huge efforts of the University’s staff and students in responding to the global pandemic, and a celebration of the past year’s successes, are the themes for this year’s Foundation Day
MAHSC COVID-19 Philanthropic Pump Priming Awards
14 Oct 2020
A special research fund is now open for applications
New: Remote PC cluster access service
14 Oct 2020
IT Services have launched an updated service allowing students and teaching staff to access PC clusters remotely
WATCH: Open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
15 Oct 2020
Today, Thursday, 15 October, 11.00am – 12.30pm
Regaining balance – a wellbeing workshop for working carers
15 Oct 2020
1pm- 2pm on Monday, 2 November
Boost your skills and knowledge through Learning For All
15 Oct 2020
Staff Learning & Development are pleased to announce our new range of ‘Learning for All’ courses - now available to support your personal, professional and career development
Staff benefits update
15 Oct 2020
Wellbeing, payroll giving, holiday discounts and free local delivery from Blackwell's
Does someone you know deserve to be recognised for going the extra mile?
15 Oct 2020
The deadline to nominate an individual or team for a President's Distinguished Achievement Award is Friday, 12 February 2021
Do you know a care leaver whose achievements should be celebrated?
15 Oct 2020
Get involved in Greater Manchester Care Leavers' Week (2 - 6 November)
Louise Glück becomes first American woman to win Nobel Prize for Literature
15 Oct 2020
Trailblazing Nobel Prize winner is published by Carcanet Press, a University and Creative Manchester partner
Show your support for the Wear Red Day campaign on 16 October
15 Oct 2020
Each October Show Racism the Red Card (SRtRC) holds its annual Wear Red Day, an initiative supported by the University and College Union
Volunteering and Social Justice Fair goes digital
15 Oct 2020
Encourage our students to get involved – there’s volunteering opportunities at 60 cultural, environmental, health, sport and social inclusion organisations and the chance find out about our Stellify Award
What should a national collection of Covid-19 personal testimonies contain?
15 Oct 2020
Free online event, NHS at 70: Covid Conversations: Historians, Archivists and Curators on Tuesday, 20 October
Meet our UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Future Leaders Fellows
15 Oct 2020
Colleagues from all three Faculties win Government funding for their research tackling major challenges
Teaching, Learning and Students - open meeting
15 Oct 2020
Wednesday 21 October, 11.30am - 12.30pm
Spotlight on….the BAME Staff Network group
15 Oct 2020
We continue our monthly look at our different Staff Network Groups with a focus on ethnicity in October
Food On Campus cafés open from next week
15 Oct 2020
Get your sandwiches, snacks and drinks at some of our campus outlets from Monday, 19 October
Get free entry to Tabley's treasures
15 Oct 2020
Tabley House will be open to visitors until 1 November, and staff can gain free entry
Your views about returning to work on campus
15 Oct 2020
Results are in from our short online staff survey - thanks to all those who took part
Manchester Museum and the Whitworth receive grants from Culture Recovery Fund
15 Oct 2020
Two of our leading cultural institutions, Manchester Museum and the Whitworth, have been awarded £240,580 and £428,233 respectively
Beware of phishing attempts
15 Oct 2020
Please be vigilant and double check emails landing in your inbox – not all requests are genuine.
Could you be a Wellbeing champion?
16 Oct 2020
Wellbeing champions help to bring wellbeing to everyone
Webinar: men's health issues
16 Oct 2020
The webinar will provide information on key health issues that impact men, looking at risks and opportunities to reduce them
Updated FAQs: Department for Education (DfE) and Government alert level tiers
16 Oct 2020
We've updated our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Digital wellbeing workshops
16 Oct 2020
The sessions are being offered by the Institute of Teaching and Learning
Manchester Museum appoints South Asia Gallery designer
16 Oct 2020
Manchester Museum announces the appointment of Studio C102 and Mobile Studio Architects as the design team for our new permanent South Asia Gallery, which will open in August 2022
University login problems - Friday 16 October
16 Oct 2020
Login problems with the University's Central Authentication Service (CAS)
Annual leave calculator updated
16 Oct 2020
The extra closure days over Christmas and New Year are now included in the online calculator
Spend cap introduced for University mobile phones
16 Oct 2020
£100 monthly overspend limit to manage additional spending on all Vodafone mobile contracts
Powering the North
19 Oct 2020
Webinar featuring our Deputy President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Luke Georghiou and a panel of experts discusses investment and partnerships key to ‘levelling up’
Wood Street Mission Book Appeal 2020
19 Oct 2020
Collection to give kids the joy of reading is back on – here’s how to donate
New COVID-19 funding opportunities
20 Oct 2020
Research and Business Engagement team bring together all the latest information on new webpage
Hope for the Future
20 Oct 2020
University’s Climate Network host speaker Laura D’Henin to discuss empowering UK citizens to talk about climate change with politicians
University launches personal safety app for all students and staff
20 Oct 2020
New app allows students and staff to report concerns and get advice about COVID-19, contact Security at the touch of a button, and ‘check-in’ to support contact tracing when on campus.
WATCH: Open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
20 Oct 2020
Professional Services Leadership Team answer your questions
Staff Learning and Development resources to support you
20 Oct 2020
Resources available to support your personal and professional development, career development and wellbeing
WATCH: Staff open meeting - Teaching, Learning and Student experience
21 Oct 2020
Today, Wednesday 21 October, 11.30am - 12.30pm
Students’ Union launches buddy scheme
21 Oct 2020
Peer to peer buddy scheme launched to support students who feel isolated as a result of current COVID-19 restrictions
An update on how to contact HR Services
21 Oct 2020
HR Services staff have reverted to working remotely
Greater Manchester will move to local COVID alert level 3 from Friday
21 Oct 2020
The COVID alert level will be reviewed by at least Wednesday, 11 November
FSE’s Callum Kidd becomes first person in UK to win prestigious award
21 Oct 2020
We are delighted to announce that Callum Kidd, Discipline Head of Education for Engineering and Project Management within the Faculty of Science and Engineering, has become the first person within the UK to receive a teaching excellence award from one of the world’s largest professional bodies.
Greater Manchester's Clean Air Consultation
22 Oct 2020
Find out more on the Clean Air Virtual Exhibition Platform
Staff benefits update
22 Oct 2020
Staff can now access Cottage Stay UK offers and Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre has extended their staff offer
Addressing race inequality at Manchester
22 Oct 2020
Open meeting, Monday 2 November, 3pm – 4pm
President visits the Security team
22 Oct 2020
Nancy learns how Security protect our community and how the new SafeZone app works
Guidance to support on-campus and online teaching
22 Oct 2020
Guidance from the Institute of Teaching and Learning
Message from Karen Heaton, Director of Human Resources
22 Oct 2020
Weekly negotiating meetings with the campus trade unions
Black activism, past, present and future
22 Oct 2020
Join the online event with Professor Lou Kushnick and Northern Police Monitoring Project discussing issues of racism
Have you completed your Research Integrity training?
22 Oct 2020
Mandatory requirement for all staff whose job involves research and PGR students
Access to shared drives on Sunday 25 October
23 Oct 2020
10 minute disruption to shared drive access for some staff between 8am and 6pm on Sunday 25 October
WATCH: Staff open meeting - Teaching, Learning and Student experience
23 Oct 2020
Recorded version now available
Reminder that the clocks go back this weekend
23 Oct 2020
Staff are reminded that the clocks go back this weekend
University researchers helping to limit the spread of coronavirus in Kenya
23 Oct 2020
Researchers from Manchester are helping to limit the spread of coronavirus in Kenya
Updated Payroll Deadlines
23 Oct 2020
Changes to November and December 2020 deadlines
Connect with colleagues at an online book club
26 Oct 2020
Read something new or explore a genre you wouldn’t usually read while connecting with colleagues
SEP reaches key milestone with Campus Solutions upgrade
26 Oct 2020
The Student Experience Programme (SEP) Team delivered a landmark achievement for our University earlier this month with the successful upgrade of our core student records system, Campus Solutions.
MUI launches International Doctoral Cluster with the University of Toronto
26 Oct 2020
The newly established International Doctoral Cluster (IDC) between The University of Manchester and the University of Toronto will focus on the theme of cities and infrastructure in a global age.
USS member webinar: What does your USS pension provide?
26 Oct 2020
The third in a series of webinars to help keep you up to date on USS, your pension and planning for the future
Annual Research Staff Conference open for registration
26 Oct 2020
On Thursday, 19 November 2020 the University will be hosting its Research Staff Conference to support and empower our researchers and their careers
World Cities Day 2020
27 Oct 2020
Our academics talk about their international work in recognition of World Cities Day on Saturday, 31 October 2020
Wood Street Mission Book Appeal 2020
27 Oct 2020
Collection to give kids the joy of reading is back on – here’s how to donate
Online staff open meeting with the Senior Leadership Team
27 Oct 2020
Thursday 5 November, 3pm – 4pm
Review of current teaching and learning arrangements
27 Oct 2020
Update from the Vice-President for Social Responsibility and Chair of the Campus Reopening Group
Open meeting: Race Matters at Manchester
28 Oct 2020
Monday 2 November, 3pm - 4pm
New NICE guidance based on University research
28 Oct 2020
Manchester study plays key role in securing an important change to cancer screening policy
Staff benefits update
29 Oct 2020
Family friendly offers to help your young ones get a good night sleep, health offers to keep you feeling good and the latest wellbeing events.
New COVID-19 safety course for students
29 Oct 2020
Blackboard course with tips and guidance
Dawn Edge is our Phenomenal Woman
29 Oct 2020
Professor of Mental Health and Inclusivity features in Southbank Centre exhibition celebrating Britain's Black female professors
Online Fair sees spike in volunteering applications
29 Oct 2020
The University’s Volunteering & Social Justice Fair Online inspires students to continue making a difference
Make a child’s Christmas truly special this year
30 Oct 2020
Donate toys, books, toiletries and gifts to Wood Street Mission’s Christmas Appeal 2020
Emails from outside the University
30 Oct 2020
IT Services are taking steps to help warn you against potential phishing emails
University awards over 200 LEAP fellowships in Lockdown
30 Oct 2020
Over 200 staff and students awarded AdvanceHE teaching fellowships since University closure