The Universtiy's Jodrell Bank and Creative Manchester are holding two events to mark the Summer Solstice exploring the intersection of art, myth, and science. The events feature panel discussions in celebration of renowned author Alan Garner and a reading and Q&A...
Year: 2024
University launches new scholarship in memory of Laura Nuttall
The University’s School of Social Sciences has launched a new scholarship in memory of Politics, Philosophy and Economics graduate Laura Nuttall, who passed away exactly a year ago after a long battle against cancer. After being diagnosed at the age of 18 with...
Pathways to Law graduation 2024
On Saturday 27 April, the University celebrated the success of Year 13 students on the Pathways to Law programme at a Graduation ceremony held at The University's Whitworth Art Gallery. Proud family and friends joined us for an afternoon of reflection and celebration,...
Geography laboratories awarded Gold Leaf certification for sustainability and efficiency action
The University’s geography laboratories have been certified as operating to a Gold standard in the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF). The University is committed to environmental sustainability goals as set out in the Environmental Sustainability...
No Mow May: we’re taking part are you?
We’re liberating our lawns and providing a space for nature on campus this May! No Mow May is Plantlife’s annual campaign calling all garden owners and green space managers to allow lawns to grow freely for a month to provide a much-needed boost for wild plants and...
Sustainability Action Month: a month of impact and inspiration
Throughout April our University campus came alive with over 46 exciting events spread across four weeks, each dedicated to addressing crucial facets of sustainability. From advocating for climate action to promoting sustainable living practices, Sustainability Action...
Empowering communities in Uganda: The impact of the University’s partnership with the Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences
With infectious disease being a leading cause of death in Uganda, as well as various other socio-economic adversities, the collaborative partnership between the University and the Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences (MIHS), has brought about a transformation in the...
How biodiverse is our campus?
The University’s Environmental Sustainability Strategy aims to protect and enhance our environment and prevent uncontrolled climate change. One of the core goals of the strategy, is ‘valuing nature’ which focuses on how we work with and alongside nature. We want our...
Catch-up on our Talk 200 podcasts and lectures – celebrating 200 years of making a difference
Don’t miss the first three episodes in our Talk 200 series which shine a light on The University of Manchester's major contributions to health inequalities, addressing energy challenges and boosting regional economic growth. Talk 200 is the new lecture and podcast...
Collections Encounter at the John Rylands Research Institute and Library: Deaf Community, Culture and Collections
Free event on Friday 14 June, with curator Steven Hartshorne and British Sign Language interpreters On Friday, 14 June, the John Rylands Research Institute and Library will be hosting a public collections encounter, ‘Deaf Community, Culture and Collections’, as part...