What is a journalist? How the Nicola Bulley case highlighted a worrying trend
In the wake of the tragic death of Nicola Bulley, it’s becoming apparent that many people can’t distinguish between the…
North East to host International LGBTQIA+ conference
The first International LGBTQIA+ Community Conference will be held this summer in the City of Sunderland addressing the rights of…
One year on from the Russian invasion, a Ukrainian family have found a home in the north-east
On 24 February 2022 Russia invaded Ukraine, and in April of that year Victoria (Vikki) Ishcheriakova made the difficult decision…
Art and love created on campus
University of Sunderland welcomes back two graduates for their joint exhibition J & J 2023 When Joy and John Hall…
David Attenborough welcomes University and BAFTA sustainability partnership
The University of Sunderland has joined the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) albert education partnership to teach…
Sunderland graduates win big at global alumni awards
Two inspirational University of Sunderland business graduates from Jordan have bagged prizes at this year’s prestigious British Council Study UK…
Exhibition in honour of late north-east artist Sally Madge
“Sally was such a strong, creative, honest, fearless and dynamic woman – a one off” The work of a renowned…
Student with PTSD challenges mental health stigma through art
“My aim is to get people to have open conversations about their feelings” A University of Sunderland student is aiming…
Going the extra mile for children in Ukraine
The University of Sunderland has joined forces with local charity Sunderland for Ukraine to raise vital funds for children in…
Winner of police short film awards revealed
“These impactful and innovative films addressed the important issue of violence against women and girls” The reactions of a bystander…
National Apprenticeship Week 2023: Celebrating the success of Sunderland Apprenticeships
An awards ceremony has shone a light on the personal and professional achievements apprentices and their employers have made across…
Plaque for Eileen O’Shaughnessy unveiled in Sunderland
A commemorative blue plaque honouring a South Shields-born Oxford scholar, who went on to marry famous author George Orwell, has…
“Sunderland is on the up”
With the buzz around Queen Bee Beyoncé arriving in the city this spring, the riverside regeneration rapidly taking shape on…
Main event for Esport gamers
“Our students will explore the world of competitive gaming” Esports has become one of the world’s fastest growing industries with…
Students use power of theatre to educate children on climate change
Students from the University of Sunderland are using their creative talents to help educate primary school pupils about climate change…