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The Arts Tower as seen from Weston Park in the autumn. Western Bank library at the foot of the Arts Tower.

Congratulations to alumni recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours

Here are the alumni who have been recognised as making extraordinary contributions across the UK.
A group of people, holding a Buckyball

School pupils inspired by Nobel Prize-winning science at Buckyball Workshop

Inspired by the legacy of Nobel Prize winner Professor Sir Harry Kroto, 50 pupils visited campus for a day of hands-on chemistry activities, exploring science, and university life.
A beer sign for Thornbridge Brewery

Raise a glass: the "Big Walk Beer" is back!

Lace up your boots and ready your palate, the Big Walk Beer has officially returned for 2026!

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.

Megan on a walk in the hills and training in the gym

Taking on Couch to £5K - Megan Strutt

Megan is one of our amazing supporters who has signed up to take part in the Couch to £5K challenge. Find out more about her and why she was so excited to take part.
Couch to £5K for Genetic Disease Research

Taking on Couch to £5K - Naz

Naz is one of our amazing supporters who has signed up to take part in the Couch to £5K challenge. Find out more about her and why she is so motivated to get involved.
Exterior of Firth Court from the Concourse

Alumni and staff recognised in the 2022 New Year Honours

We are delighted to share and congratulate the alumni and staff from the University whose exploits and achievements have been recognised in the 2022 New Year Honours.

Highlights from 2021 at the University of Sheffield

The end of another year means another year of great achievements to look back on from across the University.
Maria Gallo

Setting off on The Alumni Way

Alumna Maria Gallo has made it her mission to help herself and others make the most of being a graduate – so much so she did a doctorate and wrote the book on it. We spoke to Maria about how to make the most of being a graduate.