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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.

A family celebrating at graduation

Sheffield alumni families – update

In the 2017 annual alumni magazine we included a piece featuring families with multiple generations who had studied at Sheffield – here's an update on some further submissions we've received.
Professor Geoffrey Sims OBE

University of Sheffield pays tribute to former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Geoffrey Sims OBE

The University of Sheffield has paid tribute to its tenth Vice-Chancellor, Professor Geoffrey Sims OBE, who died on Saturday 5 August 2017 aged 90.
David Fyfe with University Chancellor, Lady Justice Rafferty

Sheffield charity fundraiser awarded Distinguished Alumni Award

In recognition of his dedication in giving so much back to our city, and in representing the civic values of our University, we are delighted to honour David Fyfe with the 2017 Professor Robert Boucher Distinguished Alumni Award.
Sarah Evans receiving her Distinguished Alumni Award from Professor Mike Hounslow

Leading female financial expert awarded Distinguished Alumni Award

In recognition of her distinguished career in finance we are delighted to honour Sarah Evans with the 2017 Professor Robert Boucher Distinguished Alumni Award.
Knitted hedgehogs raising funds for the Sheffield Scanner

Meet Hettie the Hedgehog – fundraising for the Sheffield Scanner!

Hettie the Hedgehog and her smaller cousins, the mini Hetties, are currently helping the Medical School Big Walk 2017 team forge ahead with their fundraising to support the Sheffield Scanner.