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Latest news from the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures (SALC).
- Message from Ken McPhail, Head of Alliance Manchester Business School
This week, Ken reflects on current turbulence in global trade, and sets out some of the highlights of a very busy year of events and activities for AMBS’s 60 anniversary. (17 Apr 2025) - Driving urban transformation: A Q&A with Emma Tsoneva, Joanna Barrow and Karen Lucas
Professor Karen Lucas, Emma Tsoneva and Joanna Barrow were awarded the Humanities Strategic Civic Engagement Fund (HSCEF) in 2023 for their project on reducing transport poverty. (17 Apr 2025) - Message from the Vice-President and Dean
This week, Fiona reflects on the University’s Medal of Honour awards, the launch of an important low-carbon living research centre, and updates on some recent colleague and student achievements. (04 Apr 2025) - Klezmer in, with, and for the community: A Q&A with Richard Fay
Richard Fay and Daniel Mawson received a Humanities Strategic Civic Engagement Fund (HSCEF) award in 2023 for their project on intercultural musicking in the community. (04 Apr 2025) - Manchester Environmental Institute research initiative co-leads: expression of interest
Manchester Environmental Research Institute is now accepting applications for co-leads for the launch of new research initiatives. (04 Apr 2025) - Faculty of Humanities targeted promotions workshops
Register now for the Faculty of Humanities targeted promotions workshops in May. (04 Apr 2025) - Please complete the colleague engagement survey – Your Voice Matters
A message from Vice-President and Dean, Fiona Devine, and Executive Director of Faculty Operations, Hannah Rundle (27 Mar 2025) - Attend our digital accessibility panel sessions this April
The Faculty of Humanities PS EDI Committee has launched a series of panel discussions on digital accessibility coming to all four Schools this spring. (26 Mar 2025) - Write a ‘Connections’ themed micro poem for your chance to win up to £500
The theme for 2025 is ‘Connections’ and the competition offers a top prize of £500 with two, runner up prizes of £250 each. (21 Mar 2025) - Official Opening of Marian Millar Building Celebrates International Women's Day
New practice and rehearsal facility named in honour of the UK's first female music graduate. (13 Mar 2025) - Message from the Vice-President and Dean
This week, Fiona reports back on the Faculty Committee meeting, gives an update on the Teaching Sustainability project, and highlights researchers’ and professional services success. (07 Mar 2025) - Application call for Simon Industrial and Professional Fellowships
Applications are open for the Simon Industrial and Professional (SIP) Fellowships, an opportunity to undertake a fixed-term placement at the University. (07 Mar 2025) - Manchester Professor named Archaeologist of the Year in public vote
The University of Manchester’s Professor Joyce Tyldesley OBE has won the 2025 Archaeologist of the Year award, as voted for by readers of Current Archaeology magazine. (06 Mar 2025) - Spring Jumble Sale
Spring is just around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to clear out your clutter! (25 Feb 2025) - Message from Juup Stelma, School of Environment, Education and Development
This week, interim Head of School Juup shares news about Sustainability@SEED, celebrates the School’s Change-makers and updates on Estates investments. (21 Feb 2025) - Creating the Manchester Medieval Quarter Festival: A Q&A with Jerome de Groot
Professor Jerome de Groot received a Humanities Strategic Civic Engagement Fund (HSCEF) award in 2023 for his mission to create a festival that celebrates Manchester’s Medieval history. (20 Feb 2025) - UKRI Harmonised Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) call for proposals
The Knowledge Exchange Partnerships team is pleased to announce the ninth call for proposals to receive IAA funding. (17 Feb 2025) - UK China International Photo Competition Returns for 2025
The UK-China International Photography Competition is back for a seventh year. The theme of the 2025 competition is 'The Spirit of Sport'. (11 Feb 2025) - Confirming flexible working arrangements for teaching availability for 2025/26 timetable
In preparation for setting the 2025/26 teaching timetable, the Directorate of People is conducting its annual review of formally approved Flexible Working Arrangements (FWAs) for academic and research staff with teaching responsibilities regarding their teaching availability. (07 Feb 2025) - Message from the Vice-President and Dean
This week, Fiona updates on her Faculty Office and School visits, looks forward to phase 2 of Manchester 2035 and reflects on Time to Talk Day. (07 Feb 2025)