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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.

Brian Wrigley

Sheffield Law graduate receives Distinguished Alumni Award

During the January 2017 Winter Graduation Ceremonies, Law graduate and long-time friend of the University of Sheffield Brian Wrigley was awarded the Professor Robert Boucher Distinguished Alumni Award, in recognition of his tireless support of the University.
Kerry Hart on her boxing challenge

Kerry Hart boxes for SITraN

In 2016 we heard from Kerry Hart, who was fundraising for the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN), in memory of a friend who had recently died from Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
Ade Solanke with her Distinguished Alumni Award

Acclaimed writer receives Distinguished Alumni Award

Acclaimed screenwriter, playwright and Sheffield alumna Adeola ‘Ade’ Solanke (BA English Literature 1984) was honoured during graduation last week (Tuesday 19 July 2016) for her achievements in the Arts and presented with the Professor Robert Boucher Distinguished Alumni Award.
John Roach

Former Sheffield professor provides legacy of scholarships

A very generous legacy from a former member of staff will provide important scholarships for many years to come.
Alan taking on a Skydive in support of SITraN

Skydive for SITraN

The University is enormously grateful to Alan Moon, of Teesside, who has successfully completed a tandem Skydive in aid of the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN).