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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.

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Celebrating our alumni and staff in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours List

We are delighted to share and congratulate the alumni and staff from the University whose exploits and achievements have been recognised in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours.
Chris Fawkes presenting the weather

Where are they now? Chris Fawkes

Geography graduate Chris will be a familiar face and voice to many as one of the BBC’s national weather presenters. But as he explains, there’s a lot more to presenting the weather than standing up in front of a camera.
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University of Sheffield doctor receives MBE for services to COVID-19 research

A University of Sheffield academic has been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for his team’s research, which has helped progress the fight against Covid-19.
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Students supporting their city

As well as continuing their studies through these trying times, students from Sheffield have been volunteering their time to help local charities and their community outside the University.
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University of Sheffield ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

The University of Sheffield has been ranked among the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2022, reaffirming its position as a leading global university for teaching and research excellence.