City runners prepare to hit the streets for students’ futures
Staff from the University of Sunderland are lacing up their trainers for one of the biggest running events in the north-east to ensure students can take advantage of every opportunity available to them. Once again, staff, students and friends of the University are raising money for the Futures Fund through the Sunderland City Runs which […]
Former nurse carves out new career with furniture restoration business
A former nurse from Sunderland has turned his love of restoring old furniture into a thriving business. After a career in nursing spanning 13 years, it was the loss of his father that inspired Michael Veitch to ditch his scrubs and finally launch his dream business. Sakura Vinteriors launched in January and is a sustainable […]
Full speed ahead for Sunderland’s oldest firm thanks to university partnership
A historic Wearside manufacturer is setting sail towards an even brighter future after completing an innovative business partnership with the University of Sunderland. Speedings Ltd began life as a sailmaker in 1827 but has adapted its core business over the last two centuries and now produces innovative lifesaving personal safety products for emergency services across […]
Progress update on Sunderland’s New Eye Hospital as opening nears
Construction of Sunderland’s new Eye Hospital continues at pace with the landmark facility on track to open in summer 2026. In recent weeks, the project has reached several major milestones. External hoardings have now been removed, offering the public their first full view of the new hospital taking shape in the city centre. With the […]
Crime Author and ‘Vera’ creator Ann Cleeves inspires Sunderland students
Award-winning crime author Ann Cleeves OBE has shared her expertise and knowledge with University of Sunderland students to help unlock their future careers. Ann joined Creative and Professional Writing students to share her experience as a successful writer at the University’s Media Centre on its St. Peter’s Campus. Ann is best known for her series of novels […]
How this graduate is empowering the region’s teachers
A north-east educator who is helping strengthen the skills and confidence of teachers across the region has returned to the University of Sunderland to inspire the next generation of teachers. John Bee, School Improvement Advisor at Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, recently visited Education students at the University to share first‑hand insights into his career […]
Specialist training provider puts decontamination centre stage
A specialist decontamination business is continuing to build on years of success by bringing together NHS trusts from across the region for a dedicated industry forum. All Things Decontamination (ATD) Ltd, founded by former Royal Air Force engineer Tony Sullivan, delivers specialist decontamination training, auditing and consultancy services to hospitals and organisations across the North […]
Digital apprentice secures new role after helping inspire young people in the region
A University of Sunderland apprentice has secured a promotion during her studies after going above and beyond in the workplace. This National Apprenticeship Week (9-15 February), the University is shining a light on the inspirational work of its apprentices, partners and staff, who are helping to plug the skills gap in the healthcare, digital and education sectors in Sunderland and the wider north-east. […]
Apprenticeship helping schools recruit and retain talented teachers praised by headteacher
It’s National Apprenticeship Week (Monday 9 February – Sunday 15 February) and a University of Sunderland programme aiming to keep teaching talent within the region is being praised by a north-east primary school. The University launched its three-year route Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (TDA), last September allowing apprentices to earn a salary while working in a […]
British Esports and Loughborough University unite to elevate esports performance
British Esports, the national esports federation for the United Kingdom, has today announced a partnership with Loughborough University, ranked the world’s number one institution for sports-related subjects. The two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together on strengthening professional standards, education and training across the esports ecosystem. This collaboration connects British […]