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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.

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.
Matt Hutnell, Director of Santander Universities, and Professor Koen Lamberts, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sheffield

Santander Universities donations reach magic million

The University of Sheffield has signed a new three-year agreement with Santander Universities which will see the bank’s donations exceed £1,000,000.
Charlie with some of her sustainable products

Where are they now? Charlie Gill

Charlie studied Law at Sheffield, but after graduating decided to take her life and career in a whole new direction. Find out how she made the move to work in the environmental sector, and her life since Sheffield.
Colonel Leslie Wright in his military uniform

Once a soldier, twice a legend - Colonel Leslie Wright

The last soldier to be rescued from the beaches of Calais in 1940 has honoured the University with a gift in his Will.
Festival of the Mind and Off the Shelf festival logos

Two Sheffield festivals take to the web

Two of Sheffield’s premiere festivals - Festival of the Mind and Off the Shelf - are moving online this autumn with an array of talks and exhibitions accessible to all.
A black and white photo of Monica Walker

A lifetime supporting students - Monica Walker

Monica Walker and her husband Morris were passionate about education being accessible to all. Through donations to the University of Sheffield during their lifetime, they had already been able to support many students facing financial hardship.