University of Manchester Alumni

We've been blown away by the support our alumni community has shown for Jodrell Bank this past week ✨

Every message, memory and show of solidarity reminds us just how much this incredible site of scientific discovery means to people across the UK and around the world.

If you’re wondering how you can help, one of the most powerful ways you can stand by Jodrell Bank is by sharing our appeal page or making a donation today: https://donate.manchester.ac.uk/p/jodrellbank/

Together, we can help secure Jodrell Bank's future 💜

The cost of living for students is now over £12,500 a year. That’s an average shortfall of over £3,000.

For many students, university isn’t about ability – it’s about affordability.

Help change that and open the door to opportunity for students with a gift today: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/nextgeneration

Join us live this evening, Wednesday, 1 July at 6.30pm BST for the Cockcroft Rutherford Lecture.

'Discovery in an Age of Distrust' will be delivered by Hon. Julia Gillard AC, Chair of the Wellcome Trust and former Australian Prime Minister.

Exploring the intersection of science, politics and public discourse in an increasingly polarised world, this timely conversation sits at the heart of Challenge Accepted - The University of Manchester's commitment to tackling the world's most urgent challenges through research, discovery and collaboration.

Watch live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/Jo_TvRAlVZI

The University of Manchester

The Cockcroft Rutherford Lecture 2026: Hon. Julia Gillard AC Discovery in an Age of Distrust Scientific discovery does not happen in a vacuum: it reflects the c...