Little-known role of North East women in anti-slavery movement to be highlighted
The role played by North East women in the anti-slavery movement will be highlighted when a new Blue Plaque is…
Student helps shine a light on disability through new teen pregnancy film
A University of Sunderland student has teamed up with an award-winning North East film company to help produce a gritty,…
“Geordie Shore has been a dream”
Sunderland student Jesse Pye hasn’t even completed her degree yet, but she’s already added a job as content logger for…
Celebrating a slice of creative action in small communities
CAKE 39: Small Stories and Great communities: Creative Fuse in Action Thursday 24 June, 10am-11.30am. Book your ticket with eventbrite…
Graduate recognised among UK’s top 10 Young Digital Leaders of the Year
A Sunderland graduate whose digital strategy helped thousands of Defra staff stay connected during lockdown has been shortlisted as one…
History-changing female football referee awarded University fellowship
A football fan who made history when she became the first female referee to be appointed to a game in…
Sunderland theatre’s rock-solid reward for city students
Sunderland students who have gone the extra mile to support others during the global pandemic have been recognised for their…
Keeping a vision alive
In 1963 at the age of two David Archer had a unique view of Sunderland – living in the city’s…
Sunderland collaboration unravelling menopause minefield
A major collaboration between academics, the voluntary sector and health professionals has been launched in Sunderland to research, raise awareness,…
Sunderland graduate’s multi-million dollar boost to transform Nigerian farming
Former University of Sunderland student Les Ojugbana is well-known in the city for businesses such as his Gbana Security firm…
From debt recovery to helping the homeless: Clare’s inspiring career journey
For many people, getting back into education after a long time away from the classroom can be a daunting experience…
From pin-up model to Sunderland lecturer: Meet the University’s new unique addition
Haili Hughes started out as a journalist who went on to become a successful 1950s-style pin-up model. Now, the established…
“Walking on Eggshells”: Evaluating the impact of domestic abuse services
Vital services in Wearside to tackle domestic abuse are a “valuable” and “lifechanging” support according to both the survivors and…
Cluster bomb crisis highlighted in University art show
A student’s artwork is proving a huge draw after highlighting the little-known crisis which threatens millions of civilians. University of…
Beamish celebrates 100 years of Pharmacy at Sunderland with virtual tour
One of the North East’s most popular visitor attractions is helping the University of Sunderland mark a very special milestone.…