The University of Manchester is one of two pilot universities for ‘The Staying Safe Programme’ (TSSP), a new drug education initiative that aims to educate students about drug use and minimise associated harms. The programme is part of a move away from a...
We’re asking our staff and students to share their thoughts on how well we engage the public in our research, teaching and social responsibility activities. The University of Manchester currently holds a Gold Engage Watermark which recognises our commitment to and the...
On 19 April, the University will screen the premiere of the documentary ‘After the Flood’, which explores the role of the 18th century church in the Transatlantic Slave Trade and the lasting impact of colonialism on modern society. The event is an open invitation to...
As the UK suffers from the current cost of living crisis, supporting our communities remains as important as ever. Our student volunteers play a key role in this support and this year’s Student Volunteering Week (13 - 19 February) highlighted the positive impact that...
The competition run by the University's Manchester China Institute and Creative Manchester is now open, with smartphone owners in the UK or China invited to submit photos on the theme of ‘family treasures’ by the evening of Wednesday 12 April. An expert panel of...
The University of Manchester has published a report into the climate impact of its endowment investments, revealing that by 31 July 2022, the carbon intensity of the University’s endowment equity investment portfolio has been reduced by 55% from 2019. The Endowment...
We’re unique among UK universities in having social responsibility as a core goal in our strategic plan, Our Future. Our commitment to social responsibility is seen in the difference we make to society and the environment through our teaching, research, public...
University of Manchester’s Professor Jamie Woodward has recently featured in The Conversation for his piece on UK water companies not sharing enough information on their sewage discharge practices. Woodward first demonstrated that water companies are the main cause...
The University of Manchester's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Directorate is inviting care-experienced years 10,11 & 12 and their teachers from schools in Greater Manchester, along with current care-experienced students at The University of Manchester to an...
Sport at the University of Manchester have announced a partnership with JOGON. Over 30+ million pairs of shoes end up in landfill every year and the aim of the project is to reduce this number. Where possible the scheme enables the reuse of unwanted shoes by giving...
The Careers Service at The University of Manchester offer a range of initiatives to help students develop their employability and personal skills, regardless of their background. The Careers Service team have opened applications to ‘Behind Manchester’s Doors’ – a key...
The University's Linguistic Diversity Collective in partnership with Creative Manchester and Manchester Museum are holding a language-themed museum trail during the Easter holidays. Families are invited to collect an activity sheet and explore the recently re-opened...
A new video podcast exploring multilingualism and linguistic diversity across the globe has launched, as part of Manchester City of Literature’s International Mother Language Day 2023 celebrations. The podcast is hosted by lecturer in linguistics at The University of...
One year on from the publication of a report into the effects of Airbnb on housing in Manchester, housing organisations and University of Manchester academics are now collaborating around the need for new national legislation to protect housing. The rising number of...
Throughout February and March we’re asking our staff and research students to share their thoughts on how well we engage the public in our research, teaching and cultural activities. The University of Manchester currently holds a Gold Engage Watermark, which...
World Water Day, held on 22 March every year since 1993, celebrates water and raises awareness of the 2 billion people living without access to safe water. It is a recognised United Nations (UN) observance day that highlights the importance of fresh water. Not only...
Manchester University Press (MUP) are delighted to announce the launch of their new podcast, One Book at a Time. The idea of the podcast is to encourage people to slow down and consider important social issues and histories, which we think reflects one of the major...
It is the final opportunity to nominate someone you know who volunteers for the university’s Volunteer of the Year Awards – you can even nominate yourself! Make a nomination before Monday, 6 March (10:00am). Celebrating the very best of volunteering, the awards give...
Dr Abigail Langton, Lecturer in Ethnic Skin in the Division of Musculoskeletal & Dermatological Sciences at the University recently attended an event at No. 10 Downing Street as a result of her involvement in the collaborative research between Boots No7 and the...
We’re unique among UK universities in having social responsibility as a core goal in our strategic plan, Our Future. Our commitment to social responsibility is seen in the difference we make to society and the environment through our teaching, research, public...
The University of Manchester has been rated 30th of all employers in the country in the latest Stonewall Top 100 Employers list, which is compiled from the Workplace Equality Index – the UK’s leading benchmarking tool for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace. Stonewall...
A new learning centre officially launched in Salford earlier this month is set to empower thousands of young people to achieve their academic and career ambitions. The facility, located in The Beacon Centre, is a collaboration between the University of Salford, The...
Half of all households in the UK do not have regular access to a car. This number jumps to 60% for the most deprived groups in society. 57% of working age people live in areas where jobs are more than 45 minutes away by public transport. Meanwhile, cuts to public...
The Manchester China Institute has worked closely with the Manchester China Forum (MCF) and the University to help integrate new Chinese students into campus life, while simultaneously enriching the campus experience for local students. The Manchester-China Friendship...
The UK-China International Photography Competition, run by the University’s Manchester China Institute, Creative Manchester and The School of Arts, Languages and Cultures is back for the fifth consecutive year. The project promotes mutual understanding in UK-China...
