Ground-breaking graduate taskforce to support Covid catchup plan
Sheffield Hallam University and the Northern Powerhouse Partnership (NPP) have announced a unique initiative that could see hundreds of graduates act as mentors to pupils in South Yorkshire, supporting the £1bn ‘Covid catchup plan’ unveiled by Government today.
Research confirms being active helps pupils in school
Encouraging physical activity can play a vital role in helping children and young people to catch-up on missed schoolwork and support their mental health throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, new research from Sheffield Hallam reveals.
New guidance to encourage self-isolation after study reveals only 25 per cent comply
New guidance aimed at encouraging people to adhere to self-isolation rules to prevent the spread of Covid-19 have been produced by psychologists at Sheffield Hallam University.
Hallam designed app that keeps UN workers safe in Afghanistan shortlisted for Times Higher award
A life-saving security app developed by Sheffield Hallam University and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has been nominated for a prestigious Times Higher Education award.
Geri Halliwell-Horner gives guest lecture to ‘wannabe’ writers
Geri Halliwell-Horner has marked the one-year anniversary of receiving her honorary doctorate with a guest lecture to Sheffield Hallam creative writing and marketing students and a book reading with local school children at the University.
New research project to examine the impact of exercise on those suffering with systemic sclerosis
Sheffield Hallam academics will lead a major new Europe-wide research study into the effects of exercise on pain and fatigue felt by those living with systemic sclerosis.
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.
Parliament Select Committees set to hear from Hallam academics
MPs are set to hear from three Sheffield Hallam University academics tomorrow (1 Dec) as they give evidence to Select Committees on the impact Covid-19 has had on health technology and grass roots sport.
First comparative study analyses the effects of regional diets in adults at risk of cardiovascular disease
Health researchers from Sheffield Hallam University have published the first study to compare major traditional diets from around the world and examine the preventative effects for cardiovascular disease.
Hallam quantity surveying degree apprenticeships receive prestigious accreditation
Quantity surveying degree apprenticeships at Sheffield Hallam University have been accredited by the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors - an internationally recognised mark of assurance that the programmes meet the standards set by industry.