Nancy Rothwell: Demonstrating the value of our university

Nancy Rothwell: Demonstrating the value of our university

We are committed to being recognised globally for the excellence of our research; outstanding teaching, learning and student experience; and our social, economic and cultural impact. These activities have associated costs but also generate far-reaching value.The last...
Patrick Hackett: Towards Excellence

Patrick Hackett: Towards Excellence

Dear colleagues Do you ever ask yourself ‘Why do I work at The University of Manchester?’ At some point, every one of us has decided that this is where we want to be.  Whilst we’ve all got our own reasons for making that decision, many of us want to work somewhere...
Patrick Hackett: Introductory message

Patrick Hackett: Introductory message

Dear colleague Today is my first ‘official’ day as Registrar, Secretary and Chief Operating Officer (RSCOO) and like most people on the first day in a new job I’m feeling a whole range of emotions – excitement, anticipation – and...
Nancy Rothwell: The value of universities to society

Nancy Rothwell: The value of universities to society

Universities have a responsibility to explain, engage in and debate their real purpose and value. In the UK, and more widely, universities have been in the firing line of late. Some commentators and much of the media have questioned the purpose, value and cost...