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Andrew Law - Chairman and CEO of Caxton Associates and University of Sheffield alumnus

3 February 2021

Alumnus makes record donation to support disadvantaged students and pioneering medical research

The University of Sheffield has been given £5.85 million - the largest single gift from an individual alumnus in its history - to launch a new student support programme and search for new therapies for a range of incurable and debilitating diseases.

Artwork — Artist impression of the new Gene Therapy Innovation Manufacturing Centre

18 March 2021

New gene therapy innovation centre to advance scientific discoveries into life-changing treatments

A pioneering gene therapy innovation centre at the University of Sheffield is set to advance scientific discoveries into promising treatment options for millions of patients with life-threatening diseases.

22 January 2021

Newly-qualified doctor awarded Chancellor’s medal in recognition of her outstanding bravery in fight against pandemic

A courageous newly-qualified doctor who has been helping to save lives at the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic has been awarded the Chancellor’s Medal from the University of Sheffield.

Image of Dan Walker, sports journalist, broadcaster and MA Broadcast Journalism graduate

1 January 2020

Alumni stories

We’ve collected some of the stories from people who you share an alma mater with. Read on to see profiles of other graduates and see what they have done since graduating from Sheffield.

Screen shots of four students from their videos reading books in their native language

Students supporting their city

As well as continuing their studies through these trying times, students from Sheffield have been volunteering their time to help local charities and their community outside the University.

9 June 2021

The Big Week - Fundraising for Parkinson's

Thank you for taking part in The Big Week

14 May 2021

Life after university - Now what?

A great reflection and insight into the experiences of being a new graduate from alumna Pauline Narvas. She also shares some top tips on what to do next as you prepare for where to go next in your career.

14 May 2021 | Pawlean blog

Where are they now? Calvin Benton

This Economics alumnus was ahead of the curve with his online therapy business, with the events of 2020 showing how vital that support is. But he’ll also experiment, such as testing a flat salary across the company.

15 March 2021

The cover of the latest edition of Legacy News

New issue of Legacy News out now

In Legacy News, we want to show to you the transformational power that leaving a gift in your Will can have. We are so thankful to those who had the foresight to leave a gift to education and we hope you enjoy reading their stories.

10 March 2021