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Graduations 2026: Lecturer whose research helped inform COVID Inquiry graduates with PhD

Former social worker Dr Carrie Phillips has graduated from the University of Sunderland with a PhD

Published on 14 January 2026

“Carrie provided insightful research that helped curate our response in the COVID-19 Inquiry which will have an impact for future pandemic planning"
Graduations 2026: University recognises the generosity of one of its greatest supporters

The University has recognised one of its greatest champions for going ‘above and beyond’ by supporting the institution through their generous donations

Published on 14 January 2026

“Our donors have made an investment in our institution, our people and in our collective ambition for excellence"
Graduations 2026: From charity champion to content creator

A talented footballer who raised thousands of pounds for charity while studying at the University of Sunderland is kicking off his career as a content creator

Published on 13 January 2026

"Sometimes great opportunities take you by surprise and it was one that I knew I had to try"

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Graduations 2026: Best pictures

Published on 12 January 2026

All this week hundreds of University of Sunderland students will be crossing the stage at The Fire Station
Graduations 2026: University ceremonies in the heart of the city

Published on 12 January 2026

Hundreds of students from the University of Sunderland will be graduating at The Fire Station this week
New £4.2million world-leading eye health research institute coming to Sunderland

Published on 8 January 2026

A world-leading multi-million-pound research institute is set to transform the detection and prevention of eye disease
Why New Year’s resolutions struggle to succeed: A cultural perspective

Published on 29 December 2025

As we prepare to say goodbye to 2025, a University of Sunderland expert is exploring why we might struggle to stick to our New Year’s resolutions
Here's what happened in 2025 at the University of Sunderland

Published on 23 December 2025

Check out what happened at the University of Sunderland over the last year
A Christmas message from the University Chaplain

Published on 23 December 2025

The University's Chaplain Reverend Chris Howson delivers his annual Christmas message to staff and students
Students travel back in time for their own Christmas Carol performance

Published on 23 December 2025

Students from the University are bringing festive storytelling to life at Beamish Museum with an immersive performance
Christmas panto staged by students comes to campus

Published on 22 December 2025

University students took us down the rabbit hole after performing Alice in Wonderland for their annual pantomime show
Honours all round for University of Sunderland alumni

Published on 18 December 2025

Three graduates have been recognised, including Kylie Dixon, who received her MBE from Princess Ann for services to social enterprise and female entrepreneurship