Week11 issue
Hot topic
•Ibrahim Olabi named Faculty of Humanities Postgraduate Student of the Year
Honour for student who set up and runs assistance programme for Syrian people.
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•Manchester Access Programme (MAP) now recruiting for academic tutors for 2016
Becoming a MAP tutor is a great way to develop your tutoring skills whilst contributing to the University's social responsibility goals - with the added bonus of earning money at the same time.
Your studies
•January exams
You can now view your exam timetable on My Manchester and although we know you're probably busy making festive plans, but we would like to give you a gentle reminder about exam preparation.
Your student life
•Super superfoods
It's so easy to start to feel run down when you've got so much on. You're finishing off assignments, starting to think about some exam preparation and making festive plans. All of this can leave you feeling a bit jaded and susceptible to winter colds.
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•Unit Surveys now open
How would you answer about the modules you've taken in semester 1? Unit Surveys have now opened; giving you the chance to give us your honest feedback.
•Phishing scam: Email requesting student bank details
We are aware of an email in circulation (see below) requesting bank details from students to process a grant. This email is not from the University, and has been reported.
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•Expanding your social circles
Welcome Week was nearly three months ago. For some students that time has flown by, but for others it might be dragging if you've not met the lifelong friends you had hoped for. Firstly, don't worry. Making friends is a skill that can be learned and there are many in the same position. Here are some tips on making new friends and expanding your social circle.