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Fancy a Bolehills sunset this weekend? ⛅️

A derelict plot of land in Sheffield will soon be transformed into a flourishing community garden thanks to a collaboration between University of Sheffield students and local residents.

The garden project, developed by Landscape and Architecture student Sam Penrose and funded by The Nature Hubs Fund, aims to bring the community together to create accessible green space in the Scraith Wood area of the city. Read more here. 👇

Sheffield students to makeover derelict plot into community garden A derelict and overgrown plot of land is being transformed into a flourishing community garden thanks to a collaboration between University of Sheffield students and the Scraith Wood Tenants and Residents Association (TARA).

With the general election fast approaching, our academics are providing informed commentary and analysis on the latest developments and talking points. We’ve pulled all that expert insight together into a new General Election Hub, where you can read the latest stories and insights: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/news/election

The hub also provides guidance and advice for staff and students, with information about registering to vote, finding your polling station, photo ID requirements, and the rules that the University needs to follow during an election period.

General Election 2024 Read the latest academic insights and information about the 2024 UK general election.

Jen and Fiona’s Big Walk 2024 Jen and Fiona are taking on the Big Walk to collectively walk 60 miles to commemorate their Dad’s 60th birthday. Their dad Andrew very sadly passed away from motor neurone disease last year. Together, they have taken on a number of challenges to raise funds and awareness of this devastating diseas...

It's finally summer break! Well done to those who've completed the year! 🎉

We're super excited to have our postgrads and students stay with us over the summer. ☀️📚 We've got you covered with support, activities and services you access at the link in our bio. 👆

Happy World Environment Day! 🌳🌸



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It’s the first of June which means Pride Month is finally here! 🏳️‍🌈

The Sheffield Students' Union has created this handy guide so you don’t miss any of the exciting Pride events taking place around the city, including today’s first ever Kelham Pride. Read more 👇
https://su.sheffield.ac.uk/news/article/pride24

We’re in the home stretch of exam and deadline season now, you’ve got this! 💪

Don’t forget to take breaks and look after yourself 💜

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It's the weekend! Here's your dose of Sheffield's great outdoors! 🌲🌳🌿🌱

Getting outside during exam season can be tricky, but even a walk round the block can help destress from deadlines. 👩‍🦯🚶🏃‍♂️

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👾 👾 👾 The students behind Project Pixel are developing video games to raise vital funds for UK charities.

Over 25 students from various degree programmes have joined the project, which is believed to be the biggest team of students producing video games at any UK university.

The team had no previous experience in video game production, but they are using their passion and skills gained from their degree to learn how to develop 2D mobile games.

https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/news/meet-students-making-video-games-charity

Good luck to all our students entering exam season and working on assignments over the next few weeks. 💻📚

Remember to look after yourselves, take your time and breathe! 📝🧡

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Bright blue skies across campus this week! How stunning does Firth Court look in the spring? ☀

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Incredible views of the Northern Lights spotted around our city, our campus and even the Peak District from the weekend! Thank you to everyone who submitted their photos and for the idea. 💫🌟✨

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We’ve moved up two places to 18th in this year’s Complete University Guide league table! 🎉

The annual guide, which ranks 130 institutions across the UK, also places The University of Sheffield second in Yorkshire and Humber.

We are so grateful to everyone in the University of Sheffield community - our students, staff, alumni and supporters in Sheffield and around the world - your incredible contributions made this happen. 🙏

Ken Loach's 1969 drama ‘Kes’ has been recognised as a British classic and a landmark in world cinema. 📽

In his new book, David Forrest, Professor in Film and Television Studies at The University of Sheffield, celebrates the lasting legacy of the film and the important role it played in giving young, working class people a voice.

The book, published by the British Film Institute, shines a spotlight on how Kes is a key resource for understanding post-industrial Britain and the current politics in the North of England.

Kes recognised as British classic and landmark in world cinema Ken Loach's 1969 drama Kes has been recognised as a British classic and a landmark in world cinema, by a new book published by the British Film Institute (BFI).

Shaking off the weekend blues with some pretty pictures of Weston Park! 🌸🌷💐

Did you know Sheffield not only the greenest city in the UK, but the second greenest city in Europe after Oslo? 🌲🌳🇳🇴

We’re Whatuni University of the Year!

The Whatuni awards are the largest annual university awards in the UK - and they're voted for exclusively by students so they really matter.

We also won Best Students’ Union (for the seventh year running) and the award for Best Student Life!

Thanks to everyone in the University of Sheffield community for getting us here - from our students, staff and alumni to friends and supporters in Sheffield and around the world!

Thanks Earth, you rock! 🪨

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First week of term done and dusted! Welcome back all who've returned to Sheffield this week. 🌻🌺🌿

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If you haven’t registered to vote yet for the local elections on 2 May, there’s still time!

The deadline to register is 16 April 2024.

https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

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Here's to the weekend! Fingers crossed for more sun and less rain. 🌦🌸

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Eid Mubarak to all our staff, students and community who celebrate! 🎉

International students and graduates make a huge contribution to regions across the UK.

Here in Sheffield, they are warmly welcomed by our local communities, who recognise the positive social, cultural and economic impact they have on our city.

International students in Sheffield are active in the community – volunteering for charities and causes and supporting our shops, restaurants and businesses. When they graduate, some choose to make Sheffield their home for longer, work here and help to fill vital skills gaps across a range of sectors and in the NHS.

Last year, leaders and politicians from across Sheffield signed a statement pledging their support for international students and the positive difference they make to our city and region, including Paul Blomfield MP, Olivia Blake MP, Louise Haigh MP, Clive Betts, Gill Furniss MP, Sheffield City Council leader Tom Hunt, Sheffield Hallam University, the University of Sheffield, Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, The Sheffield College and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. You can read it here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pnS-FW3FzgN17_WHnbQSsvrBLPfB-zF-/view

We are proud that students from around the world choose to study, live and work in our fantastic city. We are grateful for everything they bring to Sheffield and we continue to welcome them

Just a few of the best doggos in Sheffield to brighten your feed! 🐶

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To those who celebrate, Happy Easter holidays! 🍫🐣🌸

It's a bit gloomy today, eh Sheffield? Not long until we get an extra hour of daylight in the evenings! 🌤

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Grab your flags, bows, and foam fingers, Varsity 2024 is here! Can we bring the trophy home for the 10th time running? 🏆🖤💛

Make sure to follow for all things Varsity related!

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