On the 6 October the University had the privilege of hosting the Spirit of Manchester Awards. The Spirit of Manchester Awards are a celebration of voluntary and community action in Manchester organised by Manchester Community Central (Macc). Macc is the organisation...
A new report by experts from the University and barrister Keir Monteith KC has raised urgent questions about racial attitudes and practices in the justice system in England and Wales. Although the judiciary wields enormous power over individuals, its operations are...
“In recent years, we have heard a growing number of voices, young and old, saying that humanity is at a crossroads in terms of the path we take to tackle climate change.” This quote introduces a new climate education resource for teachers, students and researchers....
Pronounced social inequalities, prejudice and discrimination continue to blight people’s lives locally, nationally and internationally – with many of these inequities exposed further during the pandemic. The University of Manchester is one of the leading global higher...
Described by attendees and viewers as a fantastic resource for students, Creative Manchester welcomed award-winning writer, historian, and broadcaster, Professor David Olusoga OBE, for his lecture on what it means to be Black and British and the role of Black History...
Between 22 October and 13 November, the annual ESRC Festival of Social Sciences returns to Manchester for its 20th anniversary, with events taking place both virtually and in person. The Festival will show some of the spectacular research conducted across the social...
Finding the time to nurture relationships with others and connecting with new people can help you feel better and live better. Connect is one of the University’s Six Ways to Wellbeing which encourages our students to make connections at the University helping them...
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in a library? Want to create your family oral history but don’t know where to start? Find out at Being Human Festival 2022! What is it? Being Human is the UK's national festival of the humanities. It celebrates how the humanities...
Earlier this year, the University hosted award ceremonies to celebrate the positive impact created from across our University community. After two years of online celebrations, the Making a Difference Awards returned on 10 May with in-person and a livestreamed event...
To mark the UN’s International Day of Older Persons on October 1st, a new project has been launched which aims to help researchers and policymakers to make Greater Manchester a more ‘age-friendly’ region by providing a better understanding of the lives and experiences...
