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Four smiling people, the winners of the Study UK Alumni Awards

Sheffield alumni recognised in global Study UK Alumni Awards

Eleven University of Sheffield Alumni have been recognised and celebrated for their exceptional contributions in business, science and sustainability, culture, sports, and social action.

Three images of a woman painting, the entrance to the community hub, and a sign that says all students get 5 free food items each week

Student Community Hub supports 720 students in first month

A new Community Hub at the University of Sheffield Students’ Union has supported 720 students in its first month, highlighting the growing need for accessible, stigma-free food support on campus.
A young girl smiling, and a separate photo of a woman holding a newborn with a breathing tube

Every breath matters: transforming lung care for children

For children like Zoe and Tamlin, every breath came with uncertainty. Now, ground-breaking lung imaging research at Sheffield is helping doctors see what was once invisible, giving children a better chance to thrive.
Architect's rendering of proposed new SITraN sister facility
Architect's rendering of proposed new SITraN sister facility. Credit: Bond Bryan Architects

University of Sheffield reaches £14m to further groundbreaking neuroscience research

Fundraising success as University of Sheffield reaches £14m to further groundbreaking neuroscience research.
A group of six diverse women, standing inside a large frame with the text 'Women in Engineering'

AESSEAL gives a boost to Women in Engineering

The University of Sheffield’s Women in Engineering initiative has received an incredible contribution thanks to local engineering company AESSEAL who since 2016 have donated £100,000 to support efforts in the areas of gender equality in Engineering.
Arts tower view sheffield campus

Congratulations to alumni recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours

From Sheffield to the world stage. Meet fellow alumni whose incredible work has earned them one of the nation’s highest honours.
Group of Sheffield alumni during an event in China smiling at the camera.

Wherever you are, Sheffield is never far away

As a truly international community, the University of Sheffield’s alumni network has grown to 10,000 members across 35 groups, proudly connecting alumni from all corners of the world. Discover how the Sheffield spirit shines across continents.
Sheffield will pledgers sitting in round tables enjoying discussions amongst each other.

Highlights from Sheffield’s 15th Heritage Circle: Celebrating innovation and generosity

It was an honour to host the 15th Heritage Circle Lunch on Friday 7 November - a celebratory occasion to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who've generously pledged to leave a gift to the University in their Will.
Winner: RE:NEW

Building material reuse platform wins first Emerge alumni business prize

The top award in Sheffield's Emerge: Be enterprising Alumni Business Showdown goes to Re:New, a platform designed to drive increased reuse of construction materials throughout the built environment.