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

Explore the impact of artificial intelligence on society — from reimagining creativity to transforming law and challenging ethical frameworks, this campaign reveals both the promise and the peril of AI.
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Elisha Wise: Sylvia Plath’s ‘fig tree analogy’ from The Bell Jar is being misappropriated

Sylvia Plath’s iconic “fig tree” metaphor from The Bell Jar—often used as a feel‑good meme—masks Esther’s real anguish, argues School of English PhD student Elisha Wise.
Playwright Lucy Prebble gives a speech whilst receiving her Honorary Doctor of Letters at the University of Sheffield.

School of English Alumnia Lucy Prebble awarded honorary degree

School of English alumna Lucy Prebble has been awarded an honorary degree in recognition of her acclaimed work for stage and screen, including as a writer and executive producer on HBO’s Succession.
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University of Sheffield ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

The University of Sheffield has been ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, reaffirming its place as a leading global university for teaching and research excellence.
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Centre for Poetry and Poetics Presents: Clare Fisher and Gail McConnell

The Centre for Poetry and Poetics is hosting renowned writers Clare Fisher and Gail McConnell on Thursday 17th November.
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Centre for Poetry and Poetics Presents: A Reading with Maggie Nelson

The Centre for Poetry and Poetics is hosting Maggie Nelson, acclaimed author of the recent bestseller "On Freedom: Four Songs of Care and Constraint".
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Roger Robinson to host workshops with students

Students in the School of English will have the opportunity to work with renowned writer, musician and performer Roger Robertson next week.
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School of English at Off the Shelf 2022

Off the Shelf: Festival of Words is one of the largest literary festivals in the UK and takes place in Sheffield every October. Here are some of the events hosted by academic staff from the School of English.
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Our Festival of the Mind 2022 recap

Our academics recently featured at this year's Festival of the Mind, an annual event which brings our world-leading research to life through collaboration with local artists. Here's bit more information about some of them.