EHRC draft guidance- a message from Sarah Fox, Executive Director of EDI
A message to colleagues and students following recent EHRC draft guidance and the University’s ongoing commitment to inclusion, dignity and support.
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Read more: EHRC draft guidance- a message from Sarah Fox, Executive Director of EDI
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Apply for an AskMe Ambassador role
Read more: Apply for an AskMe Ambassador roleDo you want part-time work in September before courses start? We are looking for friendly and proactive students to work as AskMe Ambassadors during Welcome 2026.
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Canvas cyber incident – resolved
Read more: Canvas cyber incident – resolvedFurther to the announcements we made in early May regarding the cyber security incident involving the Canvas platform, Instructure have confirmed that the incident has been contained and that steps have been taken to prevent further unauthorised activity.
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Take a break: Study, exams and wellbeing support
Read more: Take a break: Study, exams and wellbeing supportFree events, wellbeing advice and support and free breakfasts; everything you need to know to get you through the next few weeks.
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Final call! Log your volunteering + complete your Ethical Grand Challenges
Read more: Final call! Log your volunteering + complete your Ethical Grand ChallengesDon’t forget to log your volunteering hours on Volunteer Hub – the deadline to register and complete your volunteering is 31 May. Plus, the Ethical Grand Challenges are changing!
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“Our student experience is perfect… Change my mind!”
Read more: “Our student experience is perfect… Change my mind!”Rob is the Associate Vice President for Students and wants to hear from you! Stop for a chat at the Students’ Union on Wednesday 20 May, from 1pm, to make change happen!
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IT Acceptable Use Policy updated – What you need to know
Read more: IT Acceptable Use Policy updated – What you need to knowThe University has published an updated Acceptable Use Policy for IT Facilities and Services. The revised policy reflects how digital technologies are now used across teaching, research and student life, while continuing to support academic freedom and freedom of speech.
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Canvas availability and cyber security incident
Read more: Canvas availability and cyber security incidentFollowing the updates shared this week on StaffNet and Student News regarding a cyber security incident involving the Canvas (online learning) platform, we wanted to provide a further update. What has happened? We have been informed by Instructure, the supplier of Canvas, that data associated with the University of Manchester has been accessed as part of this incident. The data…
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Free breakfasts, snacks and drinks across campus
Read more: Free breakfasts, snacks and drinks across campusOver the next few weeks, we’re offering lots of free breakfasts, snacks and dinks to keep you going throughout the exam and assessment period. Click to find out what’s on offer!
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Canvas cyber security incident
Read more: Canvas cyber security incidentFurther to the Canvas status update we shared on Monday 4 May regarding a cyber security incident, we have now been informed by Instructure, the supplier of Canvas, that data associated with the University of Manchester has been accessed as part of this incident. The data involved may include names, email addresses and user identification numbers of some Canvas…
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Canvas submission issues
Read more: Canvas submission issuesWe are aware of technical issues currently affecting some Canvas submissions. Our IT and Digital teams are actively monitoring the situation and working closely with the supplier.
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Canvas status update
Read more: Canvas status updateWe have been informed of a cyber security incident by Instructure, the supplier of Canvas. No impact to other University of Manchester systems has been identified and staff and students should continue to use Canvas as normal.
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New Exhibiton – Free Entry
Read more: New Exhibiton – Free EntryManchester Museum has opened the doors to new exhibition Human Natures, which looks at how we’ve shaped the world around us, taking advantage of nature for everything from food to fashion.
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Renters’ Rights Act – What you need to know
Read more: Renters’ Rights Act – What you need to knowThe Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) comes into effect today, bringing in changes designed to strengthen renters’ rights and improve standards across the private rented sector, including student housing.
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Apply to the Venture Further Awards 2026!
Read more: Apply to the Venture Further Awards 2026!The University of Manchester’s biggest startup competition is back, and applications for the Venture Further Awards 2026 are now open. The awards offer more than £200,000 in equity-free funding, plus over £150,000 in software and tech perks to help founders launch and grow their ventures.