From school food memories to AI in social care: Explore the Festival of Social Science 2023 in Sheffield
The UK’s Festival of Social Science returns to Sheffield this autumn to delve into the ideas that shape our everyday lives through the pioneering work of the city’s world-leading social scientists.
Leaders reiterate their support for international students in South Yorkshire
Sheffield’s two universities have joined forces with the South Yorkshire Mayor, Sheffield MPs, council leaders and business leaders to outline their support for international students.
Hallam students spend 41,000 hours helping the community through volunteering
From lifting the spirits of people in isolation to raising money for the vulnerable and frontline workers, students at Sheffield Hallam have spent more than 41,000 hours giving back to the community.
Children of stressed parents spend more time on their screens
Stressed parents who spend more time on their mobile phones, model that behaviour for their children, who end up spending more time on their own digital devices, a study by Sheffield Hallam University has found.
New project promotes muscle strength as a ‘building block’ for healthy ageing women
Sheffield Hallam University has secured £125,000 of URKI funding for a healthy ageing project to make muscle strength training easier for women in midlife.
Sheffield students launch Court Helpdesk
Students from Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Sheffield have launched the Sheffield Court Help Desk, a pioneering initiative aimed at supporting people attending court without legal representation.
Open letter to student accommodation providers
The Vice-Chancellor and President of the Student’s Union at Sheffield Hallam University have written a joint open letter to student landlords and accommodation providers, encouraging them to consider providing refunds, discounts, or flexibility with contracts due to the impact of Covid-19.
A statement from the University on recent protests against racism
A statement from the University on recent protests in the USA over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Hallam student shortlisted for Female Undergraduate of the Year
An engineering student at Sheffield Hallam has been shortlisted for a TARGETjobs Female Undergraduate of the Year award.
Sheffield Hallam’s estates and facilities awarded Team of the Year accolade
Sheffield Hallam University’s estates and facilities team has been named Team of the Year at the national Association of University Directors of Estates (AUDE) awards.