Virtual Purple Wave

The University of Manchester - Sport Department

Take part in the Virtual Purple Wave – wherever you are in the world – by running, walking or jogging with us.

The University of Manchester invites all students, staff, alumni, offer holders and members of our wider community to join the first ever Virtual Purple Wave. This is a completely free event, organised by UoM Sport. This remote, mass participation challenge involves everyone taking part - running, walking or jogging - wherever they are, to collectively complete a virtual lap around the world! You can choose to take on a distance of 2.5k, 5k, 10k or a half marathon – and we’d love you to take part whether you were due to join in with our on-site Purple Wave events this year or not. We’re delighted that we’re still able to bring our University together through physical activity to be active, be well, be part of our community and raise money for a fantastic cause. We’re so excited to see you take part in a way that suits you. Some of our shorter distances might even allow you to take part as a family! Everyone involved will be asked to wear as much purple as possible on the big day – creating a huge splash of Manchester purple all across the world. And it’ll be visible to everyone from the comfort of their own homes, via the magic of social media. And if you like, you can use it as an opportunity to raise money for our chosen cause, Re-write Cancer . This University project aims to build a world-leading cancer research centre, right here in Manchester. You can read more about Re-write Cancer here: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/give/appeals/rewrite-cancer/Once you’ve signed up, we’ll be in touch to let you know how to set up your fundraising page and start raising money for this incredible cause. Every pound you raise will be an important step towards creating a facility that could change – and even save – people’s lives. We’ll be in regular contact to support you with your challenge prep. Rest assured that whatever your goal might be, we’ll support you to achieve it. Our newsletters will also include more practical information closer to the big day, including how to log your distance with us online. Whatever drives you, sign up now to join us in the first ever Virtual Purple Wave.

You can register for the Virtual Purple Wave via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/manage/events/107092149502/details Eventbrite collects your email address, first name, surname and payment information during the registration process. Eventbrite’s Privacy Notice is available here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/support/articles/en_US/Troubleshooting/eventbrite-privacy-policy.The University of Manchester Sport Team (UoM Sport) will receive your personal information from Eventbrite as part of your registration. UoM Sport will communicate with all Virtual Purple Wave registrants with regards to their entry for the Virtual Purple Wave. These communications are to enable participation and may include information about opportunities to fundraise for the University as part of this participation. This contact may be by any contact method provided during the registration process and by signing up for the Virtual Purple Wave you understand that you will receive these communications. Data will not be held by UoM Sport for longer than is required to process registration for and enable participation in the Virtual Purple Wave. Further information regarding data protection at the University can be found here https://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/privacy-information/data-protection/.Your da ta will be shared with The University of Manchester Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). The DDAR supports the University through contact with alumni, students and supporters of the University. Our alumni and supporters are very important to us and we are committed to protecting your personal information. Your information will not be disclosed to external organisations by the DDAR other than those acting as agents for the University. Your information is used for a range of activities by the DDAR including sending University publications, notification of alumni events, fundraising programmes and for the promotion of benefits and services; the DDAR processes your information in accordance with our legitimate interests in these areas and you will always have the right to opt out. The DDAR may pursue these legitimate interests by contacting you by telephone, email, post or social media, subject to your communications preferences. The DDAR does not sell to or trade your data with any other organisations. All personal information is held securely and in accordance with all relevant legislation by the DDAR.The DDAR’s full Privacy Notice is available here: https://your.manchester.ac.uk/privacy and further information about data protection at the University is available here: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/privacy-information/data-protection/. The DDAR aims to keep your information up to date and if you are a graduate you can manage your data online in the Manchester Network at: https://your.manchester.ac.uk/update-your-details. Alternatively, you can send us your updates by email or tell us you don’t want to hear from the DDAR by contacting: alumni@manchester.ac.uk.

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