Crook Public Service Fellowships

The Crook Public Service Fellowships at the University of Sheffield provide opportunities for future leaders in public and not-for-profit sectors to immerse themselves in a collaborative project on a pressing policy issue or challenge – taking short periods away from their day job.

About our fellowships

Established by Emeritus Professor ADH Crook, the Crook Public Service Fellowships at the University of Sheffield provide opportunities for future leaders in public and not-for-profit sectors to immerse themselves in a collaborative project on a pressing policy issue or challenge – taking short periods away from their day job.

The Crook Public Service Fellowships focus on a particular theme that aligns with the strategic priorities and academic strengths of the University. 

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Advisory group

The Crook Public Service Fellowships are overseen by a high-level Advisory Group including:

  • Stephen Aldridge, Director for Analysis and Data at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
  • Eamonn Boylan, Chief Executive Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA)
  • Sir Stephen Bubb, Head, The Charity Futures Programme, ACEVO
  • Ms Jenny Dibden, Head, Government Social Research Service
  • Professor Anthony Crook, Emeritus Professor of Town and Regional Planning and former Senior Pro-Vice Chancellor, University of Sheffield
  • Ms Trudi Elliott, Chair, The Planning Inspectorate
  • Dr Emma Stone, Director of Design and Exploration, The Good Things Foundation
  • Professor Craig Watkins, Vice President and Head of the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Sheffield (Chair)

We are grateful for the contributions of the late Lord Kerslake, Chair of Peabody and Be First and a member of the House of Lords, to the advisory panel.