University of Manchester retains number 1 ranking in the UK and Europe and second in the world for social and environmental impact
The University of Manchester has been named top in both the UK and Europe, and second in the world for meaningful contributions towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) in the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings. ...
Our top five stories in May
May has seen a wide range of celebrations and recognition across our University. We hosted the 10th annual Making a Difference Awards to celebrate the inspiring social responsibility achievements of our staff, students, alumni and external partners. Over 120 entries...
Community-centred approaches to active travel policy
On Wednesday 5 June, the University's GM Policy Hub will be hosting a seminar on community-centred approaches to active travel policy. Greater Manchester (GM) has among the worst levels of pollution in the UK. It has been estimated that poor air quality contributes to...
Come along to Universally Manchester and our Community Fair
The University is inviting residents of Manchester and beyond to our FREE Universally Manchester Festival, taking place from Thursday 6 - Sunday 9 June 2024. For four days, we will throw open our doors to welcome tens of thousands of people of all ages on to our...
Countering climate anxiety with hope, confidence and inspiration: The RoundView wins a Making a Difference Award
The RoundView is a toolkit for sustainability learning developed through research at The University of Manchester. It gives a science-based set of guidelines to redesign our systems so we don’t cause environmental problems in the first place. The RoundView shifts the...
Festival of Libraries
Taking place in libraries across Greater Manchester between 12-16 June 2024. From 12-16 June 2024, Greater Manchester will once again celebrate the Manchester City of Literature Festival of Libraries – which promises a rich tapestry of events for all ages and...
Gaining the Edge: Executive education for the Third Sector
A must-attend event for third sector and not-for-profit managers, leaders, and teams on how to meet future challenges for your organisation. 10:00 - 15:00, Tuesday 25 June 2024, Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) Gaining the Edge is a complimentary one-day...
Lost gardens of Fallowfield
In the heart of the University’s Fallowfield campus sits the Firs Botanical Grounds and Environmental Research Station. This site is home to vital environmental research, teaching, wellbeing activities and community outreach. The Firs’ mission is to provide a green...
Staff network groups
The University has a number of staff network groups and they are a fantastic way to network with people from all over the University. Many of the groups also offer confidential support and advisory services from their members to any member of staff. Staff network...
Manchester Museum announced as finalist for Museum of the Year Awards 2024
Manchester Museum has been unveiled as one of five finalists for Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024, the world’s largest museum prize. The news comes at an exciting time for the Museum, as it recently welcomed its one millionth visitor since reopening to the public in...
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