University hosts Radio Academy to give audio professionals a foot in the door

The University of Sunderland welcomed radio professionals including Hits Radio 90s Steve and Karen as it hosted the Radio Academy to help create opportunities for audio stars of the future. Partnering with the University’s student-led community station Spark, the RadioAcademy delivered one of its popular Foot in the Door events to give entry and early […]
Exhibition for emerging Sunderland artists opens at city’s new Maker gallery

Emerging artists from the University of Sunderland have become the first to exhibit their work at a new gallery situated at the heart of the city’s evolution. Located in the new Riverside Maker Building, the Maker Meanwhile Gallery is hosting its inaugural exhibition, Emerging, which showcases work from the University’s recent Fine Art BA (Hons) and MA Visual Practice: […]
Richard Reed Solicitors collaborate with Impact Family Services

Richard Reed Solicitors has been collaborating with Impact Family Services, as part of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, to raise awareness and highlight the support available to those affected.
Successful fifth year for North East business week

North East business leaders have hailed the success of a popular business event, with over 1,000 people attending sessions across Sunderland.
TV producer sets up new base at the North East BIC

A North East filmmaker with credits spanning the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Netflix and Amazon has set up a new production company at the North East BIC.
Researchers receive £3.9 million to take new cystinosis drug into clinical trials

Researchers have been awarded nearly £4 million to take a drug, discovered by an “inspirational” University of Sunderland scientist dedicated to improving the treatment of patients with a rare, life-threatening genetic disease into clinical trials.
The Bridges unveils week of half-term Halloween fun

Families are set for a week of free Halloween fun as the Bridges Shopping Centre announces the launch of its October half-term activities from 25-31 October.
Meet the Sunderland academics coaching sports teams on a global stage

Two academics from the University of Sunderland have been travelling the globe to help the athletes they coach gain international experience.
Global cinema innovator marks 25 years of success from Sunderland base

For the past 25 years the cinematic experiences of millions around the globe have been quietly shaped from the banks of the Wear in Sunderland. From blockbuster cinemas in Dubai and Dolby installations in America, the work of EOMAC has reached over 60 countries. Yet few in the region may even know the company exists. […]
Sunderland students bring squid games to life at Halloween food market

Sunderland’s monthly Local Heroes Food Market is to take on a sinister twist, by playing homage to an iconic television series. The annual spooky performance by students at Sunderland College has become a much-anticipated event, bringing to life the real spirit of Halloween. And the performers are set to return to Sunniside Gardens yet again […]