News, information and events for your Manchester student life
Local elections are taking place across England on Thursday, 7 May 2026. This is your chance to have a say on who represents your local area on the council. Find out more about how to vote and important deadlines.
Further to our news item last week outlining the symptoms of meningitis and what to do if you are worried following the outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent, the latest data indicates there are no new cases confirmed.
Meningitis can be hard to identify at first because it can be like flu. Be aware of the symptoms and know what to do if you’re worried about yourself, or others.
Find out more about the wide range of workshops and groups for students between April and June 2026. Get practical tools and supportive environments to manage stress, build resilience, and improve mental wellbeing.
Organised by Student Minds and UMHAN, University Mental Health Day aims to get the everyone talking about student wellbeing and working together to make mental health a university-wide priority. Find out about all the events happening on campus on the day.
Complete our What Next? form by Sunday 8 March to receive personalised careers support, tailored just for you and delivered straight to your inbox.
Join the Students’ Union for a week of friendly, practical events designed to get you future-ready with money. Discover how to budget smarter, understand credit, and plan for life after uni.
Sometimes it feels like everyone shares Uni life as a highlight reel, but in reality university also involves challenges. Here, student blogger Grace shares why it’s okay (and very normal) not to love Uni all the time.
Our Budget Boost Guide is a collection of support available to help you navigate the cost of living while studying here at Manchester.
Thank you to everyone who completed the latest Library Student Sentiment Survey. Here’s what we learned, and how your voice is helping shape your Library.
Observing Ramadan while studying can bring unique challenges. Our dedicated guidance offers practical tips, prayer space information, and wellbeing support for students.
Are you exploring opportunities in your home country or looking for jobs in the UK? Find out more about all the careers evets coming up!
Free pop-up MMR vaccination events are taking place on campus this February and March. No appointment is needed and all students are welcome to attend.
Before signing your accommodation contract for next year, let Manchester Student Homes take a look. The free checking service makes sure you understand your contract and that it’s good to go.
If you’re going out celebrating, whether you’re clubbing, going to a house party or going to a rave, we’ve got some tips for you on how to look after yourself and those around you while also having a blast.