Combatting fake news: BBC Verify comes to University of Sunderland
BBC Academy Live Presents BBC Verify on Tour has teamed up with the University of Sunderland to give students the ultimate toolkit to take on the world of media, fake news and viral hype. On Friday 14 November, more than 100 young people from schools and colleges across the north-east attended the University’s David Puttnam […]
Nissan apprentices unlock their creativity and create coastline sculptures
A unique sculpture project which has connected the heritage of Sunderland’s coastline and a vision of its future has been brought to life by Nissan apprentices. And the talent and creativity which has been unveiled as part of The Material Thinking initiative has been so positively received, hopes are high that it can now be […]
University of Sunderland announces plans to develop new training opportunities in dental care
A project has been launched by the University of Sunderland to develop new training opportunities in dental care.
Vending business goes for growth
A family-run vending business is expanding in Sunderland, after it was acquired earlier this year.
Richard Reed to Host High-Impact Fundraiser
Richard Reed Solicitors is set to host a high-energy paddle tournament as part of a special corporate charity event in aid of St Cuthbert’s Hospice.
Secretary of State Bridget Phillipson MP officially opens Sunderland’s HICSA
The Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson MP, officially opened Sunderland College’s Housing Innovation and Construction Skills Academy (HICSA) – a pioneering regional gateway for skills training.
Education Partnership North East appoints Toni Rhodes as new Chief Executive
Education Partnership North East (EPNE) has announced the appointment of Toni Rhodes as its new Chief Executive, following a comprehensive national governor-led recruitment process.
Ward Hadaway appoints Head of Corporate
UK Top 100 law firm Ward Hadaway has confirmed the appointment of corporate partner Nik Tunley as Head of Corporate following its merger with Teesside-based The Endeavour Partnership. The move brings further strategic focus to Ward Hadaway’s national corporate capability across Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle and Teesside with further growth planned. Nik specialises in mid-market mergers […]
University celebrates first mother and son Sir Tom Cowie award winners
A lecturer and a student from the University of Sunderland have become the first mother and son recipients of a prestigious scholarship created to support local people in achieving their full potential. Vicky Graham and Jake Judson are building careers in two very different worlds, but they have both been awarded the Sir Tom Cowie […]
Life-saving equipment donated to University by local cardiac care charity
Students, staff, and visitors will have the chance to learn life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training using a new educational kiosk donated to the University of Sunderland by a local cardiac care charity. Red Sky Foundation has donated a new mobile educational kiosk to the University which teaches simple CPR skills that, when used, can significantly […]