Social Responsibility

Transport for Greater Manchester are offering all University of Manchester staff who usually commute to work by car, 50% off bus travel.

In November 2016 the University’s environmental sustainability engagement programme for staff – 10,000 Actions – was launched.

In November 2016 the University launched the biggest environmental sustainability initiative in the higher education sector – 10,000 Actions.

His Excellency, Arkady Rzegocki, the Ambassador of the Republic of Poland, visited the University to help launch a new project that will work closely with Polish schools in the city.

Last week, 20–26 February, was Student Volunteering Week – a week-long celebration of all things volunteering.

The Greater Manchester Ageing Hub recently held the Greater Manchester Ageing Conference 2017.

International Women’s Day on 8 March is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

More than 40,000 people helped the University mark World Cancer Day.

The University of Manchester and the Students’ Union champion student leadership in access and widening participation through Access All Areas.

To highlight and share some of great work that goes on the Faculty of Science and Engineering a ‘Better World Showcase’ was held in January.