News archive – November 2015
Guardian Live: Ian Rankin in Manchester
02 Nov 2015
Tuesday 10 November, 7pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
Manchester’s European City of Science Programme Co-ordinator post
02 Nov 2015
Deadline 5pm today (Monday, 2 November)
A chance to shape Manchester Histories Festival 2016
02 Nov 2015
Find out how you can get involved at the first planning meeting on 10 November (6.30-8-pm) at the Friends' Meeting House
University of Manchester Staff Association Children's Christmas Party
02 Nov 2015
Festive fun on Sunday, 13 December
Christmas Shopping Trip
02 Nov 2015
Get your gifts on a day out with University of Manchester Staff Association
Charities need trustees: could you be one?
02 Nov 2015
Find out how you could get involved during Trustees’ Week 2015 (2-8 November) - the sixth annual celebration of trusteeship
Wood Street Mission Lottery draw
03 Nov 2015
Announcing the winner for November
Can you solve the hive?
03 Nov 2015
Contestants wanted for new BBC 4 quiz show
Help promote our upcoming Careers Fairs
03 Nov 2015
Help us introduce our students to exciting further study and career opportunities
Peer Support Group for Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave Returners
03 Nov 2015
Share experiences and gain support in an exciting new time of life
Calling green champions!
03 Nov 2015
Come to the University Living Lab and Collaborative Research
147 bus frequency change
03 Nov 2015
Bus to run every ten minutes from 7.20am to 3.30pm
University welcomes this year’s Postgraduate Scholars
03 Nov 2015
Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme holds celebratory reception
Professor Sir Bruce Keogh to give Doubleday Lecture 2015
03 Nov 2015
NHS England’s Medical Director discusses opportunities and challenges in healthcare
Pay rise for 2015/16
03 Nov 2015
All staff at the University will receive a 1% pay rise effective from 1 August 2015, following the conclusion of the national pay negotiations between UCEA and the Trade Unions
Statement on RDR, IT Services and TU consultations
03 Nov 2015
University Statement on changes to the Redeployment Register, transformational change in IT Services and consultations with the campus trades unions
University appoints Associate Vice-President – Internationalisation
04 Nov 2015
Professor Stephen Flint to implement our new Internationalisation Strategy
Festive Family Starlight Adventure
04 Nov 2015
Ever wondered where stars come from and why they shine?
Invitation to join academic procession for Degree Ceremonies 14-18 December 2015
04 Nov 2015
All members of The General Assembly, The Board of Governors, Senate, Emeritus Professors, Wardens of Halls of Residence and members of the teaching and administrative staff are invited to attend and take part in the academic procession
WATCH: How we manage waste and recycling across campus
04 Nov 2015
A massive 90% of the University's residual waste is now being diverted from landfill
Hear the stories behind our war memorials on Armistice Day
04 Nov 2015
To mark Armistice Day on 11 November, and as part the University’s World War One centenary activities, this event will focus on the stories behind the University’s memorials to those lost during the conflict
Upgrade to University file storage - part 1
04 Nov 2015
Due to the recent major incidents, we are planning work for the next two weekends on our file storage system 'Isilon'.
Nowgen is looking for new demonstrators!
04 Nov 2015
The Public Programmes Team at the Nowgen Centre, Manchester are looking for new demonstrators to deliver the ever-popular ‘Question of Taste’ hands-on workshops for post-16 biology students for the 2015-16 academic year
Alexander named Sustainability Champion
05 Nov 2015
University Environmental Coordinator scoops University Business Young Leaders Award
Staff benefits update
05 Nov 2015
Welcome to Movember! This is a bumper week of health, holidays, Canal Street Card, Gourmet Society offer, Basketball, Perkz deals and two great competitions to win family tickets to see The Sound of Music and a new iPad Pro!
Senate endorses new Faculty and School names
05 Nov 2015
Recommendations to go to Board of Governors for approval
Discover graphene with University online course
05 Nov 2015
The University of Manchester is launching an online course to explore the vast potential of one-atom-thick material graphene
Do you know a student who wants to travel?
05 Nov 2015
The University offers three travel awards annually for students wishing to travel either as part of their course or during University vacations
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Solem Quartet
05 Nov 2015
Thursday 12 November, 1,10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
Updated guidelines for leaders, managers and supervisors who deliver team brief
06 Nov 2015
All the information you’ll need to carry out a successful team brief at the University, including CoreMunicate dates for 2015/16
Launch of Medical Humanities Laboratory
06 Nov 2015
On Thursday 19 November (5.30pm) in The Whitworth Art Gallery
Have you made a difference with Manchester Settlement?
06 Nov 2015
Have you ever worked with Manchester Settlement? Or have you ever been involved with them outside of work? We need your stories!
FREE lunchtime concert: Piano Showcase (Manchester University Music Society)
06 Nov 2015
Friday 13 November, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
Transgender Day of Remembrance
06 Nov 2015
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is marked annually on 20 November in memory of those who have been killed as a result of Transphobia
Chamber Orchestra and Wind Ensemble (Manchester University Music Society)
06 Nov 2015
Saturday 14 November, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
Moss Side and Hulme People and Places - a photo exhibition
06 Nov 2015
On 7 December (5-7pm) at Manchester Central Library
Open lecture: Inventing the Tudors
06 Nov 2015
Latest lecture in Meet the Researchers series on Wednesday, 11 November (5.30 - 6.30pm) in Samuel Alexander Building, Main Arts Lecture Theatre
Help care leavers celebrate Christmas in style
09 Nov 2015
Donate money, gifts or your time to our Chancellor Lemn Sissay’s ambitious – and very personal – festive project
University becomes member of Working Families
09 Nov 2015
Charity will help us address work-life balance issues raised in Staff Survey 2015
Planned maintenance on personal file storage and other services this weekend
09 Nov 2015
A number of services, including personal network storage (P:drives) will be unavailable on the morning of Saturday 14 November
WATCH: Flashmob demonstrates how to 'Stay Strong, Stay Steady'
09 Nov 2015
On International Older Person's Day (1 October 2015), a pan-European project led by the University delivered flash mobs and/or took part in strength and balance exercise classes to raise awareness of falls prevention
The Last Post to be played to mark Armistice Day
10 Nov 2015
Our Music students will play The Last Post at The Martin Harris Centre.
Celebrating #NorthernWomen
10 Nov 2015
Pop up events showcase women's archives for Being Human festival
#GivingTuesday - the day when Manchester Gives More!
10 Nov 2015
The University is playing a leading part in Manchester Gives More - this year's regional campaign to mark the global day of giving on 1 December
University to mark Armistice Day
10 Nov 2015
Help us pay tribute to those lost in war
Can you speak on Public Health?
10 Nov 2015
A chance to present your research to public health professionals
Wear a red ribbon on World AIDS Day
10 Nov 2015
Tuesday, 1 December is World AIDS Day – one of the eight official global public health campaigns marked by the World Health Organization
Free eye examination at the University Teaching Clinic
10 Nov 2015
Book now for a free eye examination (eye test): offer open to all students, staff and general public
Flying the flag on Transgender Day of Remembrance
11 Nov 2015
The University is marking the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) on 20 November in memory of those who have been killed as a result of transphobia
Take a cake break for Children in Need
11 Nov 2015
Enjoy calories with a clear conscience at our campus bake sales on Friday, 13 November 2015
BBC's Jodrell Bank documentary launches 70th anniversary celebrations
11 Nov 2015
On Monday, 16 November (9pm), BBC Four tells the story of Sir Bernard Lovell, Jodrell Bank and the space race
Campus Masterplan Update
11 Nov 2015
The Autumn edition of Campus Masterplan Update is now available online
Have a brainwave (and see it on screen) at science of emotion event
11 Nov 2015
Hard feelings: the science of emotion on Saturday, 14 November (10.30am-3.30pm) at the Museum of Science and Industry, Liverpool Road, Manchester, M3 4EP
Funding opportunity for biomedical research activities
11 Nov 2015
Applications are invited by 23 November 2015 for the Wellcome Trust Institutional Strategic Support Fund for Public Engagement Activities
Honouring our war dead
12 Nov 2015
A two-minute silence was observed across campus at 11am on Wednesday, 11 November
WATCH: How facial recognition software solved Gaskell mystery
12 Nov 2015
On the 150th anniversary of the death of Elizabeth Gaskell (12 November 1865), a long-held mystery surrounding the true identity of a silhouette suspected to be of the Victorian novelist has been solved
Staff benefits update
12 Nov 2015
This is the biggest update for you and continues last week’s theme of health and Christmas gift ideas
Charity clothes swap
12 Nov 2015
Update your wardrobe for autumn/winter at the Rutherford Swish on Thursday, 19 November (12.30 – 1.30pm) in the Rutherford Room, Rutherford Building
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Quatuor Danel
12 Nov 2015
Thursday 19 November, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
November's CoreMunicate goes online
13 Nov 2015
The latest CoreMunicate has been issued during November's team brief cascade to PSS staff
FREE lunchtime concert - Manchester University Baroque Orchestra
13 Nov 2015
Friday 20 November, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
University’s Whitworth is top Manchester tourist attraction
13 Nov 2015
The University of Manchester’s Whitworth has been crowned top large tourist attraction at the Greater Manchester Tourism Awards, on a night in which the recently refurbished gallery was also named Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce Building of the Year.
Queer Contact Festival 2016 - tickets now on sale
13 Nov 2015
From Thursday, 4 February to Sunday, 14 February 2016, celebrating LGBT History Month in Manchester
Quatuor Danel Evening Concert
13 Nov 2015
Friday 20 November, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
Enjoy the Greenhouse effect at our new veggie café
13 Nov 2015
This uber-cool new campus venue features a chef and team producing fresh food daily in George Kenyon Building
Immortality II: exhibiting outcomes of creative engagement with research
13 Nov 2015
Preview on Thursday, 26 November (6-11pm) and open to the public daily until Sunday, 6 December (10am-3pm) at The Wonder Inn, Shudehill, M4 2AF
CHERIL conference: Teaching in Higher Education: Practice and Politics
13 Nov 2015
The Centre for Higher Education Research, Innovation and Learning (CHERIL) invites you to their first annual conference on Monday, 7 December 2015 in Manchester Conference Centre
Participate in University research
13 Nov 2015
By volunteering to take part in research studies and trials, members of staff can play a very real part in supporting our students and our research
Nominate new suppliers of delivered catering on campus
13 Nov 2015
The current list of nominated catering suppliers allowed to deliver on campus is under review and new nominations are invited
Tutor opportunity with the Manchester Access Programme
13 Nov 2015
A fantastic opportunity to contribute to the social responsibility goals of the University whilst also further developing your one-to-one tutoring skills and earning some money at the same time
University students help police communicate with victims of crime
13 Nov 2015
Students from The University of Manchester have been working in collaboration with Greater Manchester Police to improve communication with victims of crime
Data, data everywhere... celebrating the Q-Step Summer Internships 2015
13 Nov 2015
On Friday, 20 November at The Whitworth Art Gallery (1-5pm)
Son of Ghana's first President to speak in Manchester
13 Nov 2015
Free event organised by Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Education Trust on 25 November (5-7.30pm) at Manchester Central Library
Manchester University Music Society String Orchestra and Brass Band
13 Nov 2015
Saturday 21 November, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
World’s top employers want Manchester students, study finds
13 Nov 2015
The University is in the UK top three for the quality of its graduates and placed 24th in the world
Adam shines as Manchester Tourism Star of the Year
13 Nov 2015
Adam Woof, Operations Manager of Chancellors, was named Tourism Star of the Year at the Manchester Tourism Awards 2015 last night.
Is there anyone you would like to see the University honour?
16 Nov 2015
The President and Vice-Chancellor would welcome suggestions for candidates to be considered for the conferment of an honorary degree by the University
Accident reporting at the University: do you know how?
16 Nov 2015
All staff, students and their representatives are obliged to report accidents under the University’s Health and Safety Policy Statement 2013/14
New project gives fascinating insight into ‘what the papers say’
16 Nov 2015
Library awarded grant to catalogue C.P. Scott letters from Guardian Archive
Free education for more than one million around the globe
16 Nov 2015
University to deliver creative entrepreneurial course for people in areas of conflict across Africa, the Middle East and South America
Massive Change Two: Pop Goes the Biosphere
16 Nov 2015
Event discusses Ecological Infrastructure for Smart City Growth
Travel to or through Paris
16 Nov 2015
Advice to University colleagues in wake of terrorist attacks
Christmas Carols in the City
16 Nov 2015
On Monday, 14 December, Royal Manchester Children's Hospital Charity is hosting its second Christmas Carols in the City concert at Manchester Cathedral
SALC Meet the Researchers lecture series looks at German history and its legacy
16 Nov 2015
Open lecture: "Modern Dictatorships? Museums and Heritage at National Socialist Sites in Eastern Germany" on Wednesday, 18 November 2015 (5.30-6.30pm) in Samuel Alexander Building, Main Arts Lecture Theatre
Looking for free, pre-used office furniture or clearing an office?
16 Nov 2015
Visit the University's very own used furniture store in the McDougall Centre
NHS Medical Director to open major new medical training centre
17 Nov 2015
Sir Bruce Keogh will give Doubleday lecture and open new centre in memory of student, Dr Edwin Doubleday
Important information on Recruitment and Payroll deadlines
17 Nov 2015
Submit documentation on time or earlier as we face higher than average pre-Christmas volumes
Manchester Hardship Fund now open
17 Nov 2015
Do your students need help with essential living expenses because of caring responsibilities, health problems, an emergency or significant change of circumstances?
Become an Antibiotic Guardian
17 Nov 2015
University event to help staff and students stop vital drugs becoming obsolete
Tickets available for Green Impact Awards ceremony
17 Nov 2015
Come and see what can be done on campus to save our planet
SET for BRITAIN Poster Competition 2015 now open
17 Nov 2015
Early-career research scientists, engineers, technologists and mathematicians can promote their work at Westminster
University Choir and Orchestra Society needs musicians
18 Nov 2015
Do you play 1st or 2nd violin or tuba?
Do you know a school that would welcome help from our student volunteers?
18 Nov 2015
University service to help schools and colleges – and improve our students’ experience
Transgender Day of Remembrance
18 Nov 2015
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is marked annually on 20 November in memory of those who have been killed as a result of transphobia
Former Attorney General will use speech to question plans for Bill of Rights
18 Nov 2015
The Rt Hon Dominic Grieve QC MP will deliver the Annual Harry Street Lecture, entitled Can a Bill of Rights do better than the Human Rights Act? on Thursday, 19 November (5pm) in Lecture Theatre A, University Place
Opportunity for students to bring art to the world of science and research
18 Nov 2015
Tell your students about this unique opportunity for science and arts students to collaborate on a project which aims to bring the research behind science alive
Sport for all – University invests in facilities
18 Nov 2015
The University of Manchester is making a major investment in improvements to its facilities at the Armitage Sports Centre which will create some of the best sports facilities in UK higher education, accessible to students, staff and the wider community
Staff benefits update
18 Nov 2015
There are a couple of changes on the travel discounts for you!
Get your 2016 travel season ticket at 2015 prices
19 Nov 2015
Deadline for applications is Wednesday, 9 December 2015
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Thomas Hicks (piano)
19 Nov 2015
Thursday 26 November, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Experienced scientists or engineers wanted for new HSE committee
19 Nov 2015
An opportunity to help influence how the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) conducts its scientific work
Our Workplace Giving champion shortlisted in national awards
19 Nov 2015
Vanessa Cowan, Reward and Benefits Officer, was shortlisted as Best Corporate Champion of Payroll Giving in the 2015 National Payroll Giving Excellence Awards
FREE lunchtime concert: VAGANZA - Theatre Reimagined, Part 1
20 Nov 2015
Friday, 27 November, 1.10pm at the Martin Harris Centre
VAGANZA: Theatre Reimagined, Part 2
20 Nov 2015
Friday, 27 November, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Manchester University Wind Orchestra (MUWO)
20 Nov 2015
Saturday 28 November, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
University sociologist on BBC Radio 4's Thinking Allowed
20 Nov 2015
Dr Helen Holmes, Hallsworth Research Fellow in the Sustainable Consumption Institute, broadcast on hairdressers, service industry and craftsmanship this week
Alan Turing's nephew shares insights about his uncle
20 Nov 2015
On Wednesday, 2 December 2015 (2–4pm) in Room G205, Alan Turing Building
Social Media Surgery now open
20 Nov 2015
Following on from the debut of the Social Media Surgery in November, the Division of Communications and Marketing is now inviting staff across the University to book their appointments for the surgery on 14 December
Say thank you with a card
21 Nov 2015
Any member of staff can send a simple ‘thank you’ card via email to colleagues who have helped them – in a big or a small way
Rewarding Exceptional Performance
23 Nov 2015
Nominate individual staff members or teams who have made exceptional contributions at work by Monday, 1 February 2016
Selena raises funds for three charities close to her heart
23 Nov 2015
Charity head shave in aid of St Ann's Hospice, Macmillan Cancer Support and Manchester United Foundation
Celebrating the UN’s International Day of Disabled People
23 Nov 2015
Come together at free event on Thursday, 3 December
Alpha announces new partnership with the National Graphene Institute
23 Nov 2015
Alpha, a world leader in the production of electronic soldering and bonding materials has announced a collaborative partnership with the National Graphene Institute (NGI) to develop the next generation of graphene-based electronic materials
University Statement on UCU ballot on Industrial Action
23 Nov 2015
It is disappointing that, against a backdrop of significant progress being achieved through voluntary severance and during an on-going dialogue, UCU decided to ballot their members on industrial action
University academic is one of BBC’s 100 inspirational women
24 Nov 2015
Midwifery expert Dame Tina Lavender chosen for her work in the developing world
1 December is #GivingTuesday - the day when Manchester Gives More!
24 Nov 2015
The University is playing a leading part in Manchester Gives More - this year's regional campaign to mark the global day of giving next Tuesday
Travel to or through Paris – update
24 Nov 2015
Advice to University colleagues in wake of terrorist attacks
Don't have a nightmare before Christmas
25 Nov 2015
UK individuals and businesses lost more than £16 million to online fraud during last year’s festive season. Don’t be a victim.
E-Mail Hell to Heaven
25 Nov 2015
Time to empty your inbox!
Wood Street Mission Christmas Project 2015
25 Nov 2015
Donate food and toys by 7 December to help local families in need celebrate this year in charity’s 145th Christmas appeal
Get the first ever Jodrell Bank calendar
25 Nov 2015
One of a range of gifts celebrating 70 years since Sir Bernard Lovell set up his iconic dish
Cyber Security: what it means to me
25 Nov 2015
Book now for HEI Seminar on Thursday, 17 December
Distinguished award for Alliance MBS academic
25 Nov 2015
Philip Shapira, Professor of Innovation, Management and Policy at Alliance Manchester Business School and a Director of the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research, has been elected a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
Celebrating two decades of hard-hitting social research
25 Nov 2015
Cathie Marsh Institute for Social Research reveals the poor miss out on things money can’t buy as it marks 20th anniversary
Wear a red ribbon on World AIDS Day
25 Nov 2015
Tuesday, 1 December is World AIDS Day – one of the eight official global public health campaigns marked by the World Health Organization
Chancellor announces Chair for Sir Henry Royce Institute
25 Nov 2015
One of the UK’s most senior female engineers has been appointed the chair of the £235m Sir Henry Royce Institute for Advanced Materials, Chancellor George Osborne announced today
University’s new magazine launches on Monday
26 Nov 2015
Read all about the revolutionary spirit that defines our University
World’s first doctoral college for international development
26 Nov 2015
The Rory and Elizabeth Brooks Doctoral College is first philanthropically-funded doctoral college in the UK
Staff benefits update
26 Nov 2015
We are heading towards Black Friday and Cyber Monday: this update and all the staff discounts give you the opportunity to access great deals without department store crushes!
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Tim Langston (tenor)
26 Nov 2015
Thursday 3 December, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Would you like to become a Volunteer Walk Leader?
26 Nov 2015
The University's Walking for Health scheme invites you to join their volunteer team
Round table event on the Mediterranean refugee crisis
26 Nov 2015
On 15 December 2015 (5.30-7.30pm) in Theatre C2, Renold Building
Sir Bruce Keogh becomes an Antibiotic Guardian during his Doubleday visit
26 Nov 2015
The Medical Director of NHS England added his very welcome support to a campaign organised by three final year pharmacy students to mark European Antibiotic Awareness Day (18 November)
Professor Alistair Burns lectures on 'The challenge of dementia'
26 Nov 2015
On Wednesday, 16 December (12-1.30pm) in Humphrey Booth Lecture Theatre, Mayo Building, Salford Royal
Faculty of Humanities Teaching and Learning Showcase: January 2016
26 Nov 2015
The next Humanities Teaching and Learning Showcase will take place on Tuesday, 19 January 2016 (9.45am to 3pm) in the Seminar Room Suite, Ground Floor, Crawford House
Making a Difference Awards 2016
26 Nov 2015
Following the success of the Making a Difference Awards for social responsibility in 2015, the 2016 Awards have now been launched
Issues with University network
27 Nov 2015
Information on network issues
Do you book meetings, conferences, events or accommodation for the University?
30 Nov 2015
Come along to University Venues Introduction Days on 7 and 8 January 2016 (9.15am – 3pm)
University’s new magazine out now
30 Nov 2015
Read all about the revolutionary spirit that defines our University
Job opportunities in Halls of Residence
30 Nov 2015
Vacancies for Residential Pastoral Advisors
Get 20% off at Blackwell’s Christmas shopping day
30 Nov 2015
Discounts for University staff on Thursday, 3 December
I am more than a disability
30 Nov 2015
A workshop to explore how we all define our abilities
Why did brilliant nuclear physicist disappear through Iron Curtain?
30 Nov 2015
Hear Bruno Pontecorvo’s story at this month’s Schuster Colloquium