City Campus
Howard Building
Overview
The Howard Building is home to the Pennine Lecture Theatre which is used as a venue for various in-house events hosted by internationally-renowned speakers. Topics include sport, health, science, exploration and literature. Some of these events are held in partnership with Sheffield’s most popular festivals and high profile organisations.
It is also used for conferences and a boardroom is available for hire by external companies and partners.
Other facilities include
- PC laboratories
- computer server rooms
The building is also the base for the Vice-Chancellor’s Group.

Howard Building
Pennine Lecture Theatre rear view
A view of the Pennine Lecture Theatre from the back of the auditorium
Lecture Theatre seating
The Pennine Lecture Theatre from the seating area
Pennine Lecture Theatre front view
A view of the Pennine Lecture Theatre from the front of the auditorium

City Campus
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- the facilities available
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- local catering outlets
- how to get there
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