THANK YOU CHRISTOPHER

Tom Feehally has just begun his second year of an Aerospace Engineering PhDinvestigating new ways that innovative electrical systems can be utilised to significantlyimprove the performance of aircraft and drastically reduce carbon emissions.

Read more about Tom and his research on page 6.

THANKS TO YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT OF YOUR MANCHESTER FUND,TOM FEEHALLY’S RESEARCH IS REALLY ‘TAKING OFF’...

Research Impact supports Manchester’s most talented students as they undertakesolutions-driven research into issues of national and international importance.

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I am very grateful for your donation tothe fund as it has enabled me to exploremy interests in electrical research in ameaningful manner.

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With a little help fromalumni, student overcomesenormous adversity toinspire others

Campus projects benefit from alumni funding

Prestigious concert forUniversity Chorus

PhD scholarship researcherstackle issues of internationalimportance

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CAMPUS COMMUNITY

LOCAL MANCHESTERCOMMUNITY

GLOBAL COMMUNITY

Youngest Your ManchesterFund donor “Why I give toManchester”

Graduation joy for first alumni scholars

News from your faculty

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STUDENT COMMUNITY

FACULTY COMMUNITY

SUPPORTING MANCHESTER

Bridging Hardship offers ahelping hand to hard-hitstudents in order to see themthrough their studies atManchester.

BRIDGING HARDSHIP Research Impact supportsManchester’s most talentedstudents as they undertakesolutions-driven research intoissues of national andinternational importance.

RESEARCH IMPACT Opportunity Manchesterinspires deserving students toraise their aspirations andrealise their potential atManchester.

OPPORTUNITY MANCHESTER Learning Enrichment comes inmany forms – all positivelyenhancing the studentexperience at Manchester.

LEARNING ENRICHMENT Global Outreach enablesstudents from the developingworld to study beyondborders and fulfil theirpotential whilst diversifyingthe talent pool at Manchester.

GLOBAL OUTREACH

Your Manchester Fund supports the brightest young minds to make the most of theirUniversity experience at Manchester:

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Participation is the key...

In May 2008, the life of 23-year-old Tao Wang, anengineering student from China, was changeddramatically when an earthquake devastated hishometown of PengZhou, destroying his home, the familybusiness and taking the lives of his sister and grandfather.

His family lost everything, and with no means to supporthimself through his final year of study, Tao’s dreams ofbecoming a Chemical Engineer were almost shattered.

But despite the odds, a Bridging Hardship award enabled himto continue his studies and graduate with a MEng honoursdegree in Chemical Engineering - and he was able to helprebuild his community in the process.

What did you do after the earthquake hit your hometown?

“My hometown was only 20 kilometres away from epicentre ofthe earthquake. It was totally destroyed. This is caused me a lotof stress, but as a result, I became a volunteer teacher in ourhometown to help local children persevere in their lives and helpthem believe we could reconstruct our homestead.

“During this very difficult time I just escaped death; there was a big traffic accident due to the aftershock [of theearthquake]. I ruptured the cartilage in my arms, but and I still kept volunteering, because I swore to my students totake care of them, to pass the very hard time together.

“After my friends and I worked rigorously and tirelessly, wesuccessfully built [makeshift classrooms] in the school andfinally we had new goals for more than 100 students towork towards. Our teaching there was an inspiration to thechildren and I was recognized for my work with articles inthe newspaper and on national television.

Why was it important to you and your family that youcontinue you studies at The University of Manchester?

“As Manchester is a leading research centre in the Chemical Engineering sector, Manchester was a dream placefor me. Since I am the only child in my family that has had theopportunity to study at higher education, I never wanted togive up this chance.

“I have not only learned academic knowledge, but alsoacquired a wide range of skills from the University during mytime in Manchester. These invaluable skills will go with me formy entire life and have been utilised many times in realpractice when they were most needed.

What did it mean to you to receive financial support?

“I have to take this opportunity to thank the Alumni of theUniversity. To me, this kind of assistance is the best comfort. It meant I could finish my studies without delay, and had lessanxiety of being under financial pressure.

If you could say one thing to the donors who supportedyou, what would it be?

“I believe all the donations for the students who needfinancial support are very worthwhile. As a result, thebeneficiaries will have an immeasurable impact on the widercommunity in the future. A strong gesture of support candeliver untold ‘good will’ in wide range of communities and isbeneficial all round.”

Since I am the only child in my family thathas had the opportunity to study at higher education,I never wanted to give up this chance.

EARTHQUAKEDOES NOT SHAKEAMBITIONS OF YOUNG ENGINEER

THE EARTHQUAKE DESTROYED TAO’S FAMILY HOME AND LIVELIHOOD

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Eight University of Manchester students have beenawarded a free laptop computer as part of a newly introduced initiative.

The first three years of the project have been fully fundedthanks to those of you who provide enhanced learning facilitiesfor students through donating to the Learning EnrichmentFund – part of the Your Manchester Fund programme.

The “Halls Laptop Bursary’, introduced this academic year,offers students from less advantaged backgrounds, who areliving in University Halls of Residence, the opportunity to gain a laptop free of charge to aid their studies during their time atUniversity and beyond.

The University’s Accommodation Office conducted a studentsurvey which highlighted a large number of students are unableto study in their halls of residence because they cannot afford tobuy a personal computer.

University Chorus and Symphony Orchestra

£8,509 Read more about this project on page 5.

International Society Projects – Hospitality Scheme,International 16, and Women’s and Families Group

£13,622 For three projects encouraging integration ofinternational students, and their families, in the University andwider Manchester communities. Read more about theInternational Society projects on page 7.

Peer Support Coordinator Training Programme

£8,000 To expand the training programme for the studentcoordinators who lead Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS)schemes for undergraduate students. Over 80 studentrepresentatives from across all academic departments will attenda residential training programme equipping them with the skillsneeded to run weekly studysessions and provide pastoralsupport. PASS has a significantimpact on the studentexperience, supportinginduction and orientation andproviding ongoing academicand personal supportthroughout the academic year.

John Rylands University Library Study EnvironmentRefurbishment

£20,000 To refurbish the central self study area in the mainlibrary by providing a mixture of traditional and informal studyspaces, enhancing individual and group study. ‘Study pods’,each seating six students, and 64 new laptop power points withdesk mounted screens make the library more accessible forusers bringing their own computers. This new learning facility isopen 7 days a week and is available to all library users includingalumni and visitors.

Halls Plasma Display Project

£16,100 To install a network of Plasma Displays in the halls ofresidence for the visual communication of information tobenefit over 9,500 students living in Universityaccommodation. Residences activities, sports fixtures,emergency messages and any other university-wideannouncements can be shown in a variety of media includingdynamic text, videos and image slideshows, and can beupdated minute-by-minute.

Learning Enrichment comes in many forms – all positivelyenhancing the student experience at Manchester.

LAPTOP BURSARY WIDENSSTUDY SPECTRUM FOR LESSPRIVILEGED STUDENTS

Through the Learning Enrichment Fund, Your Manchester Fund supports a variety of projects across campus thatenrich the academic and wider university experience for all Manchester students throughout their time here.

CAMPUSCOMMUNITY CAMPUS LIFE, ADVANCESAND CHANGES

HERE ARE SOME OF THE PROJECTS THAT HAVE BENEFITTED FROM YOUR SUPPORT DURING 2009...

My father’s firm went into liquidationleaving me stranded in terms of being able to paythe fees for the course I had already begun.

The Bridging Hardship Fund was delighted to distribute£75,310 to 39 students in danger of having to end theirstudies prematurely due to financial crises during 2009.

Bridging Hardship awards are made to students who hit genuinefinancial difficulties, either through loss of personal income, thatof a sponsor, or other genuinely unpredictable causes.

The current global financial situation has taken its toll on manystudents, who are struggling to pay mounting debts for fees,materials and accommodation after losing their part-time jobsin the recession, or as financial pressures mean their parents orsponsors are unable to continue supporting them.

The strain on hardship funding was felt even more tightly thisacademic year, when around 150,000 students still had notreceived their student loans payments, almost two months afterstarting their courses. This left thousands struggling to copewith the costs of paying fees and buying course materials.

Twenty three-year-old Masters student, Jonathan Clamp, is verygrateful for the funding he received at from the BridgingHardship Fund: “My father’s firm went into liquidation leavingme stranded in terms of being able to pay the fees for thecourse I had already begun. Without the £3,000 award it would

not have been possible for me to carry on. I am now in a reallystrong position to complete the course with distinction and amable to enjoy education once more. I am ever so thankful”

The support Jonathan received also made him think about thepart he can play as a graduate: “Because of how much thefund has helped me, I look forward to sharing any futuresuccess I may have by contributing to Your Manchester Fund inthe future to help people in a similar position as myself.”

Bridging Hardship offers a helping hand to hard-hitstudents in order to see them through their studies at Manchester.

STUDENTS BACK ON TRACK TOACADEMIC SUCCESS THANKS TOHARDSHIP FUNDING

The University is drawing up plans for a new 'LearningCommons' at the heart of the campus to meet the needsof 21st century students.

Plans are being drawn up to transform the site of the Old Refectory and hall of residence, Moberly Tower, into a flexible learning space equipped to provide a variety oflearning spaces.

The space will provide facilities for private study, group work,quiet spaces for lone-working, online research, the practice ofpresentations, use of academic support services and 'smartclassrooms' for IT-dependent learning-support activities.

"Situated at the heart of the campus - close to the JohnRylands University Library and the Students' Union - it will be ahub for student-centred activities,” said Professor ColinStirling, Vice-President for Teaching and Learning.

"It will provide our student population with additional learningspace that is technology-rich and meet the needs of 21st century learners.”

The project will be phased and will take an estimated threeyears to complete.

NEW LEARNING COMMONS TO BE ATHEART OF THE STUDENT COMMUNITY

Demolition of the old Refectory andMoberly Hall began in August 2009.

The refectory facilities have moved over to the University’s newflagship building, University Place, on Oxford Road, whilst anew, 300 student-capacity hall of residence replacing MoberlyHall, George Kenyon Hall, sits adjacent to University Place.

Halls Laptop Bursary representative Dr Crispin Bloomfield said:“We’re confident that this scheme will maximise the students’learning experience as it facilitates IT access, mobile learning,enhances learning experiences and integrates students intocontemporary digital society.”

The generosity of the fund left mespeechless. It has made me think seriously about myrole as an alumnus and how I may be able toprovide similar contributions in the future.

LOCAL MANCHESTER COMMUNITYREACHING OUT BEYOND ACADEMIC WALLS

Laura Howarth-Kirke

BSc (Hons) Computer ScienceFaculty of Engineering andPhysical Sciences

Zunnair Alam

MPharm PharmacyFaculty of Medical and Human Sciences

During the first few months of university, I was on a very small budget per day which I struggled with. I also needed to upgrade mycomputer as it doesn't allow meto do the work I need to do formy course. I don't know if I could have gone all yearwithout financial help! It reallymakes such a difference. Thank you.

Overwhelming alumni support for the Opportunity Manchester scholarship programmehas enabled Your Manchester Fund to increase the value of awards made to deservingstudents by nearly 50%.

The award total has increased from £1,000, in the first year of study only, to £1,750 per year forthe duration of the course. This academic year, 74 scholarships were awarded to students fromlow participation backgrounds across Greater Manchester.

Opportunity Manchester Scholarships provide additional support to talented students in need offinancial support, who have proved their academic ability and commitment to study throughattending our summer school schemes, and who have achieved excellent A-level results.

Through these scholarships, Your Manchester Fund is helping the University to offer one of themost attractive and generous scholarship schemes amongst UK universities, and helps to supporthundreds more students each year.

Your support allows students like Neilam, Laura and Zunnair to excel in their studies and make themost of the full student experience at Manchester.

Opportunity Manchester inspires deserving students to raise their aspirations and torealise their potential at Manchester.

Neilam Baig

BSc (Hons) PsychologyFaculty of Medical and Human Sciences

For the first time in the University Chorus’ history, theWhitworth Hall proved too small a setting toaccommodate them for a performance on the scale ofthe ‘War Requiem’, by Benjamin Britten.

But thanks to a £8,509 award from the Learning EnrichmentFund, The University Chorus and Symphony Orchestra wereable to take their show to the next level, and wowed anaudience of 2,500 at the acclaimed Bridgewater Hall.

The funding enabled all 300 participants to raise their performancestandard, with a challenging repertoire in a world-class venue, andto increase the audience capacity – allowing them to share theirpassion for choral music with more people than ever before.

The concert also drew upon the expertise of professionalorchestral players from the University’s alumni community, who formed the Alumni Chamber Orchestra.

Chorus member and Manchester alumnus, Dr Sandy Thomson,MBCHB 1998, has sung with the Chorus since 1995 andconsiders the taking part in the concerts a ‘highlight’ in hiscalendar. Directly experiencing the benefits brought about byLearning Enrichment funding, Sandy said, “The generosity ofthe fund left me speechless. It has made me think seriouslyabout my role as an alumnus and how I may be able to providesimilar contributions in the future.”

Learning Enrichment awards enable us to provide, andcontinually improve, an environment with world-class facilities togive all students the best possible experience at Manchester.

The success of this ambitious concert leaves a positive legacyfor The University of Manchester and its role in the local, andnational, cultural community.

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Learning Enrichment comes in many forms – all positivelyenhancing the student experience at Manchester.

Thank you for the commitment and effort you kind people have put in by donating and helping in the form ofscholarships. You have changed our lives and we will be forevergrateful. You are an inspiration to us all. You have provided uswith so many opportunities and gateways to different things. Thank you and I hope you continue your valiant donations.

At the moment I share a computer with mysiblings. As one of my sisters isdoing her GCSEs, she needs touse it a lot and I do too, so wehave to compromise. Thismeans I can’t always get mywork done. The scholarshipwill allow me to buy a laptopfor personal study which willeliminate this problem. Thank you so much.

CHORUS HITS THE HIGH NOTES AT PRESTIGIOUS CITY CENTRE CONCERT HALLINCREASED SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING

CREATES OPPORTUNITIES FOR MORE LOCAL STUDENTS

Four students have undertaken an ambitious projectaiming to engage current students with the crucialwork of PhD research into cancer at the University.

The group was keen to tell their fellow students about the greatwork that the Research Impact PhD researchers, supportedthrough donations to Your Manchester Fund, carry out in thefield of cancer research at the University, and raise funds tosecure further scholarships for future PhD students. The groupraised over £400 by holding bake sales and an evening charityevent. These funds, combined with alumni support, will securefurther scholarships for future PhD students.

And thanks to the Government’s Matched Funding scheme,where the value of a donation to an educational institution isincreased by a third (see page 13 for more information), thegroup were delighted to hand over a total of £535.45 tosupport this vital research.

After the fundraising drive, one of the group, Bethan Jones, a second year Geography student, visited The Christiehospital to find out about some of the processes involved incurrent research into leukaemia with Professor Tony Whetton,Head of the School of Cancer and Imaging Science.

The Christie hospital, one of the University’s partners, is aworld-leading specialist cancer hospital.

STUDENTS SUPPORT FELLOW STUDENTS’ CANCER RESEARCH

Professor Tony Whetton shows Bethan Jones some of the machines involved in cancer research at The Christie hospital.

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GLOBALCOMMUNITY DELIVERING AND DIVERSIFYINGOPPORTUNITIES

A £13,622 grant from the Learning Enrichment fund hasenabled the University’s International Society to expandthree of its current activity programmes, meaning moreinternational students can gain more than just aneducation from their time at Manchester.

Through taking part in these activities, Karafa Fatty, hasbenefitted directly from the funding.

Originally from the Gambia, Karafa began his MSc OrganisationalChange and Development at the University of Manchester in2002. He has been heavily involved in the International Societyever since. Talking to him, it is hard not to share his obviousenthusiasm for the society and the work it does.

“I see the International Society as the family tree of TheUniversity of Manchester… A very high percentage of thestudent population of the University of Manchester comesfrom the international world so the international society is likea second parent”. Through links to HOST UK, it enablesstudents to spend vacations with UK families.

The International Society’s 3,300 members are invited toevents and language classes, and can get involved in excitingoutreach programmes:

The Hospitality Scheme partners international students with localBritish families, fostering a closer understanding betweendifferent cultures and is currently the only programme of its kind

WELCOME SUPPORT FOR MANCHESTER’SINTERNATIONAL FAMILY

at any UK University; the Women and Families Group aims tobring international student parents together, to offer support andallow their children the opportunity to learn from a range ofdiverse cultures from an early age; and the International 16project brings together 16 students from 16 different countries fora shared educational and cultural experience, working to promoteinternational friendship and cultural awareness in local schools.

These schemes bring students together for cultural exchangewith members of the greater Manchester community.

Karafa sees these projects as vital for counteracting negativeperceptions of international residents, and hopes to gainfunding this year to conduct PhD research on how studentrefugees and asylum seekers can be supported to reach theiracademic potential. Given Manchester’s diverse studentcommunity, Karafa considers the knowledge and experience ofasylum seekers and refugees essential for academic excellence,and believes that the international society helps theirintegration within one student community. “If we all gooutside now and stand under the sun and look at ourshadows, there is no difference… We are all the same”.

For more information on any of these projects visitwww.orgs.man.ac.uk/intsoc

Learning Enrichment comes in many forms – all positivelyenhancing the student experience at Manchester.

Global Outreach enables students from developing countries to fulfil their potential at Manchester.

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMMEREACHES NEW CORNERS OFTHE DEVELOPING WORLD

Research Impact supports Manchester’s most talented students as they undertake solutions-driven research into issuesof national and international importance.

ANNETTE ‘SEES THE LIGHT’ IN RESEARCH PROJECT

The impact of increased aircraft traffic on carbonemissions is a topic which is gaining increasing mediacoverage, making a 50% reduction in carbon emissionsper passenger per kilometre a key target for theaviation community.

Tom Feehally’s project aims to contribute to this goal bydeveloping an alternative power system that reduces theweight of the engine, saving fuel and cutting down costs.

Tom says “Replacing so called 'non-propulsive' powersystems, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems, withequivalent electrical systems, has the potential to significantlyimprove aircraft efficiency; reducing green house gasemissions and making air travel cheaper to the customer.

“To achieve this substantial electrical power must begenerated from the aircraft engine. This poses a significantdesign challenge which this project aims to overcome.”

However, this research would not have been possible withoutthe financial support that a Research Impact scholarshipprovides. “The funding has been crucial in supporting myresearch project. It has enabled me to work in a field which isboth current, with significant real world applications, and isof personal interest to me. Thank you.”

TOM’S RESEARCH IS REALLY‘TAKING OFF’

Debasish Paul

MSc Medical and MolecularMicrobiologyBangladesh

Without the scholarship I would not be able tostudy in this world classinstitute. The scholarship allowsme to gain experience andapply this knowledge for thebetterment of my country. Theknowledge I gain here togetherwith the practical experiences willallow me to do further researchto control the existing healthburden of my home country,Bangladesh. I am personallythankful to you for giving me this opportunity.

Grace Kahwa Kabahuma

MSc BioinformaticsUganda

The opportunity of a scholarship is blessingfor me. I will be able toconcentrate without havingto worry as much about feesor bills. I will be able to buyreading materials and alaptop which is crucial formy course. After completingmy masters I would like tobecome a research scientistand hopefully I can make adrug discovery or vaccine or contribute towards its development.

Annette Allen has just begun her second year of aNeuroscience PhD investigating how brain responses tolight detection are affected in diseased cells in the eye,and how this knowledge can be applied to otherdegenerative conditions through the techniques ofregenerative medicine.

“Light has a profound influence on our physiology andbehaviour. It synchronises our biological clocks (to local time),improves our mood, makes us more alert and changes thelevel of many hormones in our blood,” says Research ImpactScholar Annette.

“All these effects rely upon light detection in the retina, andmany blind people suffer not only from lack of visualperception, but also from disrupted sleep:wake cycles.”

By understanding how brain responses to light exposure arealtered in models of diseased retinas, Annette’s research in thearea of regenerative medicine will benefit the development oftreatments for a range of degenerative disorders.

Annette is grateful for the opportunities that the ResearchImpact Scholarship that has enabled her to pursue thispioneering research.

“The funding I have been awarded has considerablysupported my studies, particularly due to the intensive natureof my research. I would like to thank everyone who hascontributed to Your Manchester Fund and enabled me tostudy in Manchester.”

Thanks to its early success the Global Outreachprogramme traverses new borders.

This year, Manchester welcomed five new Masters studentsfrom Bangladesh, keen to further their understanding ofsubjects which will help them tackle issues affecting thedevelopment of their home country. These include AnalyticalScience, Bioinformatics and Environmental Impact Management.

They are joined by four new students from Uganda, and fourcontinuing Ugandan scholars, taking the total number ofscholarships provided since the programme’s inception in2007 to 20.

The Global Outreach initiative contribuites to the Equity and Meritscholarship programme which helps talented students fromdeveloping countries by providing funds to cover the full costs ofstudying at Manchester. The University waives the tuition fee in full,and alumni generosity provides the scholarships which cover thestudents’ study materials, travel and living costs, and subsistence.

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ALUMNI VOLUNTEERS ENGAGEWITH GRADUANDS

Your Manchester Fund’s youngest alumni donor,Thomas Hipwood, BA Modern History withEconomics 2008, tells us why he chose to provideregular support for students at Manchester – lessthan a year after graduating himself.

“I considered giving to numerous charities, but I decidedto donate to Manchester because I knew exactly wheremy money was going. I knew that my donation wasgoing to help the areas of cancer research and studentsfrom the Greater Manchester region, and that mysupport was making a difference because of themessages I have seen from the students themselves.

“As a recent graduate, I know that there are a lot of financial pressures on students because of therecent increase in tuition fees, and I want to be ableto help other students at Manchester overcome thisdifficulty. I’d hate to think that we might miss out on a cure for cancer because a student with this ability couldn’t afford the fees to go to University. That’s why I think scholarships are so important.

“I’m pleased to support Your Manchester Fund, and urgeothers to do so, because I know that joining up mycontribution with donations from other alumni will have a much bigger impact on more people.”

YOUNGEST YOUR MANCHESTERFUND DONOR TELLS US “WHY I GIVE TO MANCHESTER”

DONORCOMMUNITYACCOMPLISHING CHANGE THROUGH LOYALITY AND ACTION

In our various ways, our education hasserved us well, and provided the means to supportour Alma Mater.

Philanthropic gifts, of all sizes, are making a realdifference across campus – in research, in teaching andlearning and in the wider student experience.

To acknowledge the generosity and loyalty of donors whohave made gifts to Your Manchester Fund, we have createdtwo donor recognition circles to honour and thank you foryour commitment of support for our institution.

Look out for news on forthcoming events and benefits for our Partners and 1824 donors on our dedicated alumniweb portal, Your Manchester Online!

Joining up my contribution with donations from other alumni will have a much bigger impact on more people.

DONOR CIRCLES

RENEW YOUR GIFT TO MANCHESTER

Each year, around 12,000 students graduate fromManchester with undergraduate or postgraduate degrees.

Each graduation day, a team of alumni ambassadorskeenly promote the Alumni Association, the fundraisingprogrammes and the benefits of staying connected withManchester after graduation.

Mercedes Astle, MSc Health Education and Health Promotion1992, and Paul Sutherland, BSc Chemistry 1970, tell us why theyvolunteer their time to engage with the next generation of alumni.

Paul says, “Incredibly, it's forty years since my graduationfrom Manchester University. With twin brothers graduating inthe seventies, and two of my nephews more recently, myfamily's connection with Manchester is exceptionally strong.

“In our various ways, our education has served us well, andprovided the means to support our Alma Mater. Now, semi-retired, it is with great pleasure and a degree of pride that I am able to become involved with the graduands of thetwenty-first century.”

Mercedes says, “After I obtained my Masters at TheUniversity of Manchester, I decided to volunteer some of mytime to The University of Manchester Alumni Association. This proves to be very rewarding. I find that it is a pleasantway to maintain my professional interests and meet a widerange of people of different ages and backgrounds."

Want to get involved? For more information email alumni@manchester.ac.uk

To find out more about how your gift has been used visitwww.manchester.ac.uk/yourmanchester

1824 CIRCLEThe 1824 Circle celebrates the commitment of donors whohave made a gift to Your Manchester Fund, at any level, forfive or more consecutive years.

Regular giving is particularly valuable as it helps us to planconfidently for the future and ensure opportunities are availablefor many generations of Manchester students to come.

Regular support gives confidence to:

• Research Impact scholars, who study for 3 years, andwhose PhD studies are solely funded by alumni donations;

• students who suffer sudden and unpredictable financialcrises, but know that the Bridging Hardship fund is thereto see them through.

PARTNERS’ CIRCLEThe Partners’ Circle recognises donors who make an annualgift of £1,000 or more to Your Manchester Fund.

Gifts from our Partners deepen the impact of our work even further and can have a profound, immediate impact on campus.

A gift of £1,000 could:

• provide over half the cost of an Opportuity Manchesterscholarship for a talented student from the local Manchester area;

• cover the costs of flights and visa expenses for a studentfrom the developing world studying at Manchesterthrough the Global Outreach programme.

We are very grateful to the many alumni who choose tosupport Manchester with regular gifts made by standing order.

Many of these generous regular gifts are pledged on a four-year basis, providing strategic support across campus.

Renewing your pledge at the end of this period will grant youmembership of the 1824 Circle and this anniversary willprompt us to make personal contact and update you on howyour gift has been spent.

SACKVILLE STREET BUILDING

JOHN OWENS BUILDING

STUDENT AND SCHOLAR COMMUNITYGENERATING INITIATIVES FOR INVALUABLE OPPORTUNITIES

Each year, the Your Manchester Fund team receives hundreds of applications fromcurrent students wanting to take up a place on the annual telephone campaign. From these, a team of around 30 enthusiastic current students is selected, who are eager to engage in conversations with alumni.

The calls are a great way of keeping in touch and both alumni and the student callers enjoyreminiscing about their time at Manchester and discussing the latest advancements on campus and how Your Manchester Fund plays a pivotal role in making this happen.

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CALLING ALL MANCHESTER ALUMNI

CURRENT MANCHESTER STUDENTS SUPPORTTHE SCHOLARSHIPS OF TOMORROW

The thing I enjoy most about being a Your Manchester Fund student caller is that every night is different. I've learned a lot about the University that I would never have known hadit not been for speaking to alumni of all ages – some of whom graduated more than 50 years ago!

I've also gained confidence and have been able to get advice from graduates who have succeededin business, and have had my eyes opened to the wide range of opportunities that are availableafter I graduate.

The conversations I've had with older alumni are particularly memorable as their experiences ofManchester were so different to my experience now; some of the men I have spoken to had todefer their entry to university as the places went to ex-servicemen after the war. Some women I'vecalled were the only female students in their class and I feel they really paved the way for femalestoday to have equal access to education. I respected their determination to go on to higher education when it was not the common path for a woman to take.

This academic year saw the launch of the new StudentVolunteer Team for Fundraising; a student-led groupmanaged and supported by the Your Manchester Fund office.

Operating under the name of Students4Students, this seven-strong team aims to increase awareness of the work ofYour Manchester Fund within the student body, and toestablish new, interactive fundraising events. The proceedsfrom their activities will help to expand the University Equityand Merit scholarship programme for students from developingcountries such as Uganda and Bangladesh.

This pioneering initiative is the first in the UK to engage currentstudents in university fundraising and development activities, andthere has already been a great deal of interest from other UKuniversities, keen to learn from the students’ experience. Thisscheme will also bring students and alumni contributionstogether as part of the Global Outreach initiative.

Students4Students will be using new media, such as socialnetworking opportunities available through Facebook and Ning,

to promote their main fundraising event, to be held in thespring term. It is a real chance for students to make an impacton their University, and for us all to learn from them.

For further information, or to assist the team with event venues or prize donations, please contact precious.chatterje-taylor@manchester.ac.uk or 0161 275 7101.

2009 saw first cohort of Opportunity Manchester students, studying for a 3 year course,graduate in the prestigious ceremonies held in the Whitworth Hall.

Below, two of the first beneficiaries of the Opportunity Manchester Scholarship relay their experiencesof studying at Manchester and the rewards that their scholarships enabled them to achieve.

GRADUATION JOY FOR FIRST ALUMNI SCHOLARS

As a donor you’re doing a great thing – I will never forget my time at university!

Michael Dallen

BSc (Hons) Information Systems EngineeringOpportunity Manchester Scholarship 2005/2006

My scholarship achievements“I have achieved a degree which will help further my careergreatly and have also achieved a greater understanding ofICT and how it is integrated into the business world in a verydetailed way. The Opportunity Manchester Scholarshiphelped a great deal with expenses such as food andtextbooks. A lot of weight was lifted off my shoulders.

My most memorable Manchester moments“My very first year is probably my most memorable time; I lived in the Owens Park Tower, which was full of the peopleI will be friends with forever and intermittent fire alarms! I also remember many late nights and early morningsfinalizing my work for submission and all the end of examfestivals that I went to which amazed me. There were over500 students all together celebrating the completion of exams.

“In my final year I enjoyed the group work greatly since I likeworking in a team to reach a common goal. In myprofessional issues modules my group achieved the highestmark on the module also with 74 which was a highlight.”

My thanks“Thank you for your kindness and support. As a donor you’redoing a great thing – I will never forget my time at university!”

Akeem Gbemisola

BA (Hons) International Business, Finance and EconomicsOpportunity Manchester Scholarship 2005/2006

My scholarship achievements“The Opportunity Manchester Scholarship helped towardsmeeting my living costs and expenses. It helped me regainmy lost confidence and realise I can do anything if I workhard, despite the odds.”

My most memorable Manchester moments“My most memorable moments were the times I spentstudying in the short loans area of the John Rylands libraryand meeting new people each time.

“As a mature student I found the course tough, but it wasreally enjoyable and worth studying. I enjoyed the time Ispent as a peer assisted study session leader with first yearstudents of introductory mathematics. I took part in thisprogramme each academic year.”

My thanks“Thank you for your wonderful generosity in contributingtowards making my time studying at The University ofManchester a worthwhile experience. I hope in the future Iwill be able to be part of these wonderful alumni and supportother needy students to help them achieve their goals.”

Akeem is currently taking a year out to work and will returnto Manchester to study for a Masters degree in September.

Rachel Olijnyk

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Chemical Engineering gets £30 million building boost

Spring 2010 will see the start of construction on a new £30million state-of-the-art facility for the School of ChemicalEngineering and Analytical Science, to accommodate facilitiesfor teaching, research and enquiry based learning (EBL) forundergraduates and postgraduates.

The proposed five storey building will measure around11,500 square metres, and construction will take place intwo phases. The £11.5 million initial phase will commence inMay 2010, to be completed by Summer 2011. This will befollowed by an £18.5 million second phase.

FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCESwww.manchester.ac.uk/ls

FACULTY OF HUMANITIESwww.manchester.ac.uk/humanities

Zimbabwean Finance Minister launches Manchester’s recommendations

On 11 December 2009, the Zimbabwean Minister of Finance,Dr Tendai Biti, launched an independent report, published bythe University of Manchester’s Brooks World Poverty Institute(established by Manchester graduate Rory Brooks and his wife Elizabeth).

Moving Forward in Zimbabwe - reducing poverty andpromoting growth, was presented at a public lecture by leadresearcher Dr Admos Chimhowu (BWPI) with discussant Dr Desire M. Sibanda, Zimbabwe Secretary for EconomicPlanning and Investment Promotion.

The report’s authors make several recommendations forreversing the catastrophic collapse of the Zimbabweaneconomy, including investment in agriculture and healthcare,compensating farmers who lost their land, and establishing aTruth and Reconciliation Commission to help deal with bitterdifferences which still remain between Zimbabweans.

FACULTY OF MEDICAL AND HUMAN SCIENCESwww.manchester.ac.uk/mhs

Grant success for medical researchers

University of Manchester researchers looking at potential newtherapies for pre-eclampsia and fetal growth restriction havebeen awarded £2.4 million.

Pre-eclampsia – a group of conditions that result in high bloodpressure in expectant mothers – can be fatal, while fetalgrowth restriction, where the baby does not grow properly inthe womb, results in a greater risk of death or handicap.

The five-year programme grant from the Medical ResearchCouncil has been given to Professor Colin Sibley, Dr SueGreenwood and Dr Mark Wareing in Manchester’s Maternaland Fetal Health Research Centre based at St Mary’s Hospital.

Professor Sibley said: “Pre-eclampsia and fetal growthrestriction are diseases with many different causes and are themost dangerous pregnancy complications. There are currentlyno treatments available other than Caesarean section orinducing labour.

“Some of the causes of the conditions are similar to those in otherconditions, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer, and ourresearch will determine whether the same drugs that are useful inthose diseases can be used in treating pregnancy complications.”

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New study into how trees can help combat climate change

On December 10, students from Manchester Academy joinedscientists from the University of Manchester for the launch ofthe two-year i-trees project, which will accurately measure theimpact of trees in the fight against climate change.

The nine new i-trees plots (all located in the Oxford RoadCorridor area of the City) are linked to monitoring equipmentthat gathers information on surface and air temperature, airquality and surface water run off.

Dr Roland Ennos, from the Faculty of Life Sciences expressedhis hope that the results of the study will inform future treeplanting in the city, to help balance out the urbantemperature increases expected over the next 20 years.

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