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Comment: How an empty Sheffield factory became the ‘once in a lifetime’ Phlegm art experience
Professor Vanessa Toulmin, Director of City and Culture, discusses how an abandoned cutlery factory in Sheffield became the final resting place for a group of giant mythical creatures, created by street artist Phlegm.
Categorised under: Cultural engagement and City vibrancy
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World-leading research brings genius of Leonardo da Vinci to life
Academics from the University of Sheffield will bring the genius of Leonardo da Vinci to life through their world-leading research during a series of free talks at Sheffield’s Millennium Gallery.
Categorised under: Cultural engagement and City vibrancy
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Renowned muralist launches new exhibition with help from University of Sheffield
An acclaimed Sheffield-based artist who has earned worldwide recognition for painting murals on carefully selected public and abandoned structures has launched a new exhibition with the support of the University of Sheffield, as one of the key delivery partners in Sheffield’s Cultural Consortium’s Cultural Destination programme.
Categorised under: Cultural engagement and City vibrancy
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Best-selling vegan authors set to launch new book at University
Authors of the best-selling plant-based cookbook in the UK are set to launch their latest book as part of a special event with the Off the Shelf Festival of Words next month (3 April 2019).
Categorised under: Cultural engagement and City vibrancy
This article is located in a different section of the University of Sheffield website.
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Comment: How city university recognises and repays its founders - a century later
Following the signing of the Civic University Agreement, Professor Dave Petley (Vice-President for Research and Innovation) consider the University's role as a civic university for the 21st century, committed as ever to our founding mission
Categorised under: Regional economy, City vibrancy and Community engagement
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University reaffirms its historic civic commitment to Sheffield by signing new national agreement
The University of Sheffield has signed up to the Civic University Agreement - further cementing its position as a leading civic university in the UK.
Categorised under: The green environment, Cultural engagement, Local skills, Regional economy, Public health, City vibrancy and Community engagement
This article is located in a different section of the University of Sheffield website.
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Universities' bid to inspire a love of languages
Sheffield's two universities have joined forces to take part in a pioneering mentoring scheme to encourage school children in South Yorkshire to study modern languages.
Categorised under: Local skills and Community engagement
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New Nursing Associate Apprentices will provide vital support to the health care frontline
Trainee Nursing Associate Apprentices from across South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw are set to provide vital support to frontline staff at hospitals, nursing homes, GPs, hospices and in the community.
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‘We couldn’t manage without them’ - how student volunteers support Sheffield charities
Sheffield charities have given their heartfelt thanks to over 2,000 student volunteers who carry out their life-changing work in the city.
Categorised under: Community engagement
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Driving innovation with McLaren
Supercar manufacturer McLaren Automotive open £50 million innovation and manufacturing facility next to the University of Sheffield's Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre.
Categorised under: Regional economy
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Sheffield’s rich musical talent set to be celebrated with day of performances
A series of performances celebrating Sheffield’s rich musical heritage is set to be held in venues throughout the city centre next week (Friday 28 September 2018).
Categorised under: Cultural engagement and City vibrancy
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World Suicide Prevention Day: Backing the campaign for mental wellbeing and suicide prevention
The University of Sheffield and its Students’ Union are the first organisations in the country to back a campaign led by Lord Mayor of Sheffield Magid Magid by pledging to take positive action to promote mental wellbeing and prevent suicide.
Categorised under: Public health and Community engagement
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University of Sheffield and city region speak with one voice on international students
The University of Sheffield and Sheffield City Region Mayor Dan Jarvis MP will give evidence to an All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on the regional impact of international students in Parliament today (11 September 2018).
Categorised under: Local skills, Regional economy and Community engagement
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Festival showcasing pioneering science, art, engineering and culture from city set for launch
A unique city-wide festival showcasing some of the most pioneering science, art, engineering and culture from across Sheffield is being held this month (20-30 September 2018).
Categorised under: Cultural engagement, City vibrancy and Community engagement
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Comment: Festival of the Mind is a thank you to Sheffield
As Festival of the Mind approaches, Professor Vanessa Toulmin explains how this is our thank you to the city that founded us, a time when we share freely our world-class collaborative research for the citizens of Sheffield.
(Originally published in Sheffield Telegraph)
Categorised under: Cultural engagement and City vibrancy