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Beyond the algorithm: Shaping AI for people, not just progress

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities is proud to launch its new campaign: Beyond the Algorithm: Shaping AI for People, Not Just Progress.
University of Sheffield student Holly Satterly stood next to the Bochum Bell in Sheffield's Peace Gardens
University of Sheffield student Holly Satterly has curated an exhibition to celebrate 75 years of Sheffield and Bochum's twinning partnership. Holly, who is learning German as part of her degree, is stood with the Bochum Bell in Sheffield's Peace Gardens.

Sheffield celebrates 75th anniversary of German twinning partnership

Modern Languages & Cultures student Holly Satterly has curated an exhibition celebrating the stories of people who have helped the city of Sheffield and the German city of Bochum maintain a special 75-year twinning partnership.
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International Project Aims to Help Language Learners Master Complex Word Forms

A new AHRC funded linguistics project is set to help language learners, teachers and therapists tackle one of the most challenging aspects of learning Czech and Croatian — the variety of word forms used in everyday speech and writing.
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Art & Young-Onset Dementia: Community Art Show to Open 19th July

Join us on opening night on the 19 July 2025, 5–8pm, for an exciting exhibition exploring young-onset dementia through AI-generated art, personal stories & local talent.
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Mozart the touring pop icon: how the great composer’s manuscripts reveal his life as a musical celebrity

Mozart’s autograph manuscripts reveal the secret stories behind his life as a musical celebrity, according to research from the University of Sheffield
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Brass bands can improve your health and wellbeing, study shows

Research finds that being part of a brass band can enhance physical well-being, reduce stress, increase resilience and improve mental health
Selina Thompson

School of English alumna touring the world with production 'Salt'

Selina Thompson is an alumna of the School of English who made a strong impact in English Literature and Theatre during her time as a student.
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Great Latin American Women at the Festival of Social Science

As part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, Dr Lauren Rea (SLC) curated an exhibition on her research into the history of Argentina’s Billiken children’s magazine and her creative co-produced work with the magazine’s publisher.

The Department of Music open applications for scholarships worth £10,000

Scholarships of up to £10,000 available to undergraduate and postgraduate Music applicants thanks to generous alumni bequest.