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Armitage pitch-side camera to stream University sports

Armitage pitch-side camera to stream University sports

The Armitage Sports Centre installs pitch-side and court-side cameras to broadcast BUCS, National League and Campus League sports on UoM Sport TV
Memory mastery: Proven study tips for academic success

Memory mastery: Proven study tips for academic success

In the quest for academic success, memory plays a pivotal role, and cognitive neuroscience offers clear strategies to optimise it; here are a few
Don’t sign that Second Year housing contract just yet!

Don’t sign that Second Year housing contract just yet!

Here we run through why you should NOT rush into signing your second year accommodation this early on in the academic year!
It’s okay to not enjoy going out: A guide to navigating university life without the partying scene

It’s okay to not enjoy going out: A guide to navigating university life without the partying scene

The ultimate rundown on how to make the best of the social opportunities on offer at university, even if you realise that alcohol-fuelled nights out aren’t really your thing
Letters to a younger year

Letters to a younger year

As we face the exciting yet intimidating abyss of the new academic year, The Mancunion shares some top tips and advice for the months ahead
A guide to university sports: Eight clubs you should join and why

A guide to university sports: Eight clubs you should join and why

In this guide to University Sports, The Mancunion highlights eight growing sports clubs that you should consider joining!
Pro-Palestine groups camp out on Brunswick Park

Pro-Palestine groups camp out on Brunswick Park

In a move inspired by Pro-Palestine protests on American University Campuses, Brunswick Park now has its own encampment
Get to know: Who is Professor Duncan Ivison?

Get to know: Who is Professor Duncan Ivison?

Nancy Rothwell is stepping down – who exactly is her replacement?
How to have a routine when you have so few contact hours

How to have a routine when you have so few contact hours

If you find yourself with few in-person contact hours and facing challenges in establishing a routine, here are some tips to enhance your daily productivity
University and Students’ Union release joint statements regarding discrimination and freedom of expression on campus

University and Students’ Union release joint statements regarding discrimination and freedom of expression on campus

The University and Students’ Union released two joint statements, regarding the recent establishment of the Pro-Life society, and antisemitic discrimination on campus
John Rylands Library to undergo major £7.6m transformation

John Rylands Library to undergo major £7.6m transformation

The John Rylands will undergo a £7.6m revision, allowing the building to meet mid-21st century needs
A state of manufactured chaos: a day out at Invades races

A state of manufactured chaos: a day out at Invades races

A day out at the races is the new staple of student social lives throughout the country
Dealing with homesickness: Seven brilliant tips

Dealing with homesickness: Seven brilliant tips

Homesickness is experienced by thousands of university students each year: but what are the best ways to cope with it?
Cardiff University SU’s bold fashion move: Bye-bye blue shirts and chinos, hello absurdity

Cardiff University SU’s bold fashion move: Bye-bye blue shirts and chinos, hello absurdity

Does banning the classic clothing choice actually fix any issues, or is it just a lazy attempt to disguise Cardiff University’s lack of intervention?
Exclusive: University of Manchester approves ChatGPT for assigments

Exclusive: University of Manchester approves ChatGPT for assigments

ChatGPT is set to be approved as original work by the University of Manchester in undergraduate admissions. Find out more, exclusively, here:
Self-care on a budget

Self-care on a budget

If you’re looking for some cheap ways to bring a little joy into your life and look after your well-being then read on!
Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw: Black holes, strikes and academics’ role in the media

Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw: Black holes, strikes and academics’ role in the media

We speak to Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw about their new book, university strikes, and why everyone should care about black holes.
Please, stop asking me what I want to be

Please, stop asking me what I want to be

The prospect of our future jobs is scary, but, perhaps even scarier, is being asked about them. Lifestyle breaks down why this is, and why, ultimately, our lives should be defined by something bigger than our work
LeadMCR roles explained – Could this be you?

LeadMCR roles explained – Could this be you?

Looking for a post-grad job opportunity? Lead MCR is back with plenty of leadership and team opportunities to improve Manchester’s SU
Review: Triumphs and Falls (UMDS)

Review: Triumphs and Falls (UMDS)

Triumphs and Falls, which was unconventionally performed at Retro, is a strong, complex and relevant play made for a student audience