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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.
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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.
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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.

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A life on the boards - Chess at Sheffield in the 1970s

Alumnus Richard Hughes has a passion for chess which bloomed during his student years thanks to a surprising abundance of talent here in Sheffield. Recently he had the good fortune to rekindle his passion and reconnect with his old board-mates.
Sheffield at COP26

COP26 and Sheffield's sustainable future

Throughout the COP26 conference Sheffield had been making its presence felt, both through its delegates attending the summit, and through agreements announced away from Glasgow.
The Concourse, Students' Union and Firth Court

Sheffield ranked among the world’s best

Over the last few months, annual assessments of universities round the world have been released and Sheffield has once again seen a strong performance, with a selection of courses being particularly recognised.
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Social care research centre: new £10 million funding award for University of Sheffield

£10 million in funding has been awarded to the University of Sheffield’s Centre for International Research on Care, Labour & Equalities for a new ‘Centre for Care’ to address the urgent need for accessible research and evidence on social care.
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Launch of new online networking programme Coach Cafe

This month saw the launch of Coach Cafe, a brand new online networking programme for students and alumni.