How volunteering led this student to a career in the criminal justice sector
A University of Sunderland student has shared how volunteering led her to land her dream role with a criminal justice and social care charity.
Award-winning engineer spotlights the importance of apprenticeships
Since starting a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship at Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK in Sunderland, Ross Merryweather has seen his career go from strength to strength.
Apprentice nurse inspired to help others after her own care for rare bone disease
A University of Sunderland nursing apprentice born with a rare genetic bone condition is now on a mission to make a difference to others after being inspired by her own hospital care.
Bestselling author raises £10,000 for charity
A University of Sunderland graduate turned bestselling North East author has raised more than £10,000 for charity.
Future filmmakers recognised for their sustainable efforts
Students from the University of Sunderland are among some of the first in the UK to have received a new sustainability accreditation for their film.
Sunderland businesses offered the secrets of customer success
Sunderland businesses are being offered the opportunity to hear from a retail expert about gaining and retaining customers at a special training workshop this month.
£5m grant towards safeguarding glassmaking in Sunderland
The future of glassmaking on Wearside is a step closer to being secure today after Sunderland Culture was awarded a £5m grant by the Department for Culture, Media, and Sport.
A marathon effort to inspire young students
A University of Sunderland graduate who was struck down with a rare neurological disorder that brought him to the brink of death is now set to run the TCS London Marathon.
Care for a new career? Event shines a spotlight on care sector
People considering a switch to a career in care will be given a helping hand thanks to a Government-backed programme.
Women shipyard heroes immortalised in stunning sculpture
A stunning sculpture paying homage to the forgotten women of Sunderland’s shipyards has officially been unveiled by the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Philipson MP.