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New insights into the Old Bailey

Alumni support helps secure an illustrious global prize for a major Sheffield-based digital legal history project. Welcome to the New Old Bailey Online.
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Coach Café: Share Your Story, Shape Their Future

Thanks to Sheffield alumni, Coach Café takes online networking to the next level! This incredible programme connects alumni expertise with student passion and curiosity, empowering students to boost their confidence and employability.
Professor Chris McDermott
Professor Chris McDermott

Help forge MND history in Sheffield

Many believe Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is rare—but unfortunately, it’s not. It affects 1 in 300 people, with most losing their lives within three years of diagnosis. There’s no cure yet, but Sheffield is leading the fight to change it.
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A piece of Sheffield, wherever you are

As an international university, Sheffield alumni are all around the world. But we make sure Sheffield is never too far away! Recently, we brought the Sheffield spirit to Singapore and Hong Kong—discover how we’re connecting with you worldwide!
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Remembering Rosemary Sales

Thanks to a scholarship, Rosemary had the opportunity to attend university in London. She had a strong desire to pay her good fortune forward, and now, her memory is being honoured with two generous gifts in her Will to the University of Sheffield.
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Ian Pratt: A legacy of unbreakable determination and hope

As a true Aussie and honorary Yorkshireman, Ian fought MND with unwavering determination. Through the Ian Pratt MND Foundation, he has remained unyielding in his mission to raise awareness and funds, raising over £160,000 for SITraN.
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Sheffield named University of the Year and tops National Student Survey

The University of Sheffield has been recognised as the University of the Year for Student Experience by the Daily Mail and is placed top across the Russell Group in the National Student Survey.
Colin and Susan Ross wearing the traditional gowns as Lord and Lady Mayor of Sheffield

In conversation with the new Lord and Lady Mayor of Sheffield

Colin and Susan Ross, the newly appointed Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Sheffield, met at a Sheffield disco. Now, as they step into their new roles, they’re honoured to serve the city and its people who made their journey possible.
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Ragdoll Foundation unlocking opportunities for Sheffield students most in need

Over the next five years, the Ragdoll Foundation is set to offer crucial financial and career assistance to 30 students from underrepresented backgrounds with a generous gift of £195,000 for scholarships and employability initiatives.