University of Sunderland student to perform at Big Weekend alongside Swindled bandmates
A talented drummer studying at the University of Sunderland has described being on the line-up for the upcoming BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend as “surreal”. The annual music festival will take place in Sunderland’s Herrington Country Park from 22 to 24 May and will be headlined by Zara Larsson, Fat Boy Slim and Olivia Dean. Felix […]
New home announced for Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art
The University of Sunderland is preparing to open a dynamic new space within Culture House Sunderland – a flexible, creative hub that will firmly embed the University at the heart of the city’s cultural life. As well as becoming the new home for the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art (NGCA), the space will provide a […]
University library undergoes major transformation
The University of Sunderland’s Library at Murray has reopened after a £2.4 million transformation to enhance students’ experience during their studies. Over the past six months, this space has been transformed to create a peaceful, comfortable, and focused study environment. Now open, the Library at Murray within the Murray Heath building was reimagined in consultation with students. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
University of Sunderland hosts Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy
A piece of sporting history is being celebrated at the University of Sunderland. The Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy, last won by England in September 2025, is being proudly displayed throughout the day (Monday 16 February) at CitySpace on the University’s City Campus. Sunderland is the only university in the UK that is displaying the […]
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 […]