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Graduations 2025: Sunderland AFC score University honour

Published on 11, July, 2025

"This award celebrates not only our footballing journey but also our longstanding connection with education and community"
Graduations 2025: University honour for Head of Army Medical Services Reserves

Published on 11, July, 2025

Brigadier Banerjee received his honour at the Stadium of Light during the University's Summer Graduation Ceremonies
Graduations 2025: Red Sky founders honoured for health and life-saving cardiac work

Published on 10, July, 2025

“It’s a full circle moment for us - returning to the University where it all began, not just as alumni but as honorary graduates"
Graduations 2025: Sunderland doctor starts her career in the hospital

Published on 10, July, 2025

“It is such an honour to be working in the same hospital I was born in"
Graduations 2025: Award-winning apprentice making an impact in patient care

Published on 10, July, 2025

"In healthcare, it is crucial that we never stop learning and discovering, and Yan is an exemplary student and clinician"
A winning result for the University of Sunderland in the 2025 National Student Survey

Published on 10, July, 2025

"We are passionate about helping to positively and meaningfully shape students’ lives for the future"
Graduations 2025: Thousands of students get ready to celebrate

Published on 7, July, 2025

The University’s first ever Primary and SEND Education with QTS students will also graduate
Specialist dementia nursing programme recommissioned

Published on 1, July, 2025

“The findings of the evaluation show how valued the Admiral Nurse service is to families affected by dementia in South Tyneside"
Army Reserves inspires Sunderland student to pursue her passion

Published on 27, June, 2025

“I'm building myself beyond what I thought I could achieve, and for that I’m proud"
What are the biopsychological impacts of becoming an older parent? Our expert reveals all on BBC’s Morning Live

Published on 26, June, 2025

"It is important to consider all angles for the family unit"
University expert honoured for collaborative research in Spain

Published on 19, June, 2025

“Yitka is committed to working with her colleagues in Spain and Latin America to support surgeons and integrated health professionals to improve patient experience"
Footballer Aaron scores place on national team

Published on 12, June, 2025

“It’s a huge honour to represent my country and my University”
Purpose-built education facility to develop NHS workforce in partnership with University

Published on 4, June, 2025

“We are delighted to have partnered with the trust in this exciting and innovative development"
Sunderland experts set to unpack Netflix smash hit Adolescence

Published on 30, May, 2025

“Adolescence demonstrates a range of fundamental issues that criminal justice practitioners are facing in their day-to-day"
Expert panel puts health and wellbeing of nurses in the spotlight

Published on 21, May, 2025

“It was inspiring to hear how much is now being done to support nurses' wellbeing"
How this graduate took on the London Marathon to inspire students

Published on 16, May, 2025

“Running this marathon was not just about me, it’s about the University as well"
Sunderland student lands summer internship at Cambridge University

Published on 13, May, 2025

"This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for me"
University inspires future scientists at Salters' Festival of Chemistry

Published on 12, May, 2025

“We are proud of our collaboration with the University of Sunderland, as it plays an important role in inspiring future scientists”
From combat to campus: Student veteran shares his story this VE Day

Published on 8, May, 2025

“The passion to help the most vulnerable never stopped, and I feel the same about those in our society who are sick or injured"
University launches new course to boost skills of cancer care nurses

Published on 6, May, 2025

"We want to give nurses caring for these patients the opportunity to thrive"
Next generation of doctors learn how plain speaking can help patients thrive

Published on 4, April, 2025

"This is an important part of our role as a socially responsible medical school"
How Adolescence is highlighting the communication gap between parents, their children, and an online threat

Published on 26, March, 2025

"Parents often find themselves disconnected from their children's virtual worlds, oblivious to the subtle language of symbols and shortcuts that shape conversations"
Healthcare workers honoured in portraits marking pandemic anniversary

Published on 21, March, 2025

“I find it really important to not brush over some of the harder aspects of caring for people and acknowledge and face them"
Sell-out success for male mental health event

Published on 14, March, 2025

"It’s amazing to feel like we are making a difference"
A ‘Space To Think’ about male mental health

Published on 11, March, 2025

"The School of Psychology is proud to be working with local partners in raising awareness and making a real difference"
Sunderland elite athlete joins Traitors star in inspiring short film

Published on 6, March, 2025

"I want to inspire and encourage other people with hidden disability that achieving goals is possible"
World Obesity Day 2025: Seeing the bigger picture when tackling obesity

Published on 4, March, 2025

“For too long, responses to tackling the obesity crisis have focused on individuals, but it is the systems that need changing"
Obesity stigma set to be challenged in university cinema screening

Published on 4, March, 2025

“Film has a power to influence audiences and humanise complex issues"
Sunderland student paramedic helps save hiker caught in Cairngorms avalanche

Published on 3, March, 2025

“I thought I would have been more scared, but all the training kicks in all of a sudden and you start doing things”
University partners with training provider to enhance innovation in the care sector

Published on 26, February, 2025

“We have a proven track record in delivering impact"
How performance art is helping develop the doctors of tomorrow

Published on 26, February, 2025

“We are incredibly lucky to be part of a medical school that offers this unique approach to learning"
Supporting the male mental health journey

Published on 10, February, 2025

"male mental health does not receive the attention it deserves and the result of this can be tragic"
Researchers awarded over half a million pounds for study into health inequalities

Published on 5, February, 2025

"It's about creating lasting change that ensures everyone has an equal chance at early diagnosis and better health outcomes"
Yvette’s new beginning will change lives

Published on 3, February, 2025

"I can’t stop smiling because this incredible future is all thanks to University of Sunderland"
Sunderland student honoured by British Citizen Awards

Published on 31, January, 2025

“I am immensely proud to represent Sunderland and look forward to continuing to make a positive impact”
What makes a good Traitor: Sunderland University experts have the answer

Published on 23, January, 2025

“The Traitors taps into something very deep in individuals"
A marathon effort to inspire young students

Published on 14, January, 2025

“I thought it would be a fantastic way to give back to the University that's given me so much"
What 2024 had in store for the University of Sunderland

Published on 18, December, 2024

Check out what the University's students, staff and researchers have been up to over the past 12 months
Nursing course receives RCN seal of approval

Published on 16, December, 2024

“RCN accreditation is an important marker of quality and professionalism in nursing education"
New appointment for Sunderland medical education expert

Published on 6, December, 2024

“Mark is blazing the trail for the School of Medicine"
Graduations 2024: Army officer finds new purpose as a paramedic

Published on 28, November, 2024

“As a close friend and confidant, Barbara has listened to my woes for many years and is always supportive"
Graduations 2024: Graduating nurse travels over 4,250 miles to start a new life

Published on 27, November, 2024

“I am so happy that I chose this path because not only did I graduate with good grades, but I also have a permanent job"
Graduations 2024: Thousands of students celebrate at Stadium of Light

Published on 25, November, 2024

Honories include ITV Drama 'Grace' star Laura Elphinstone and musician Don Airey
“The time has come to give something back to the city which has given me so much”

Published on 19, November, 2024

"The University has “life changing” as its motto – it certainly has been for me"
Sunderland researchers back Chris Hoy’s calls for early prostate cancer checks

Published on 19, November, 2024

“Early diagnosis saves lives, yet we lack a national screening programme to catch prostate cancer early"
Consortium to tackle insulin resistance in type 1 diabetes

Published on 14, November, 2024

“To our knowledge, this is the first international consortium working specifically within this priority area"
Hundreds explore the wonderful world of anatomy in Sunderland

Published on 21, October, 2024

"We added some new elements to the programme for 2024 and they were well-received and enjoyed by all"
World Menopause Day: “Let us commit to breaking down barriers”

Published on 18, October, 2024

"I am passionate about carrying out rigorous, patient-centred research in order to gain evidence to shape healthcare services for all women in the UK"
Why Sunderland students have gone stateside for an opportunity of a lifetime

Published on 18, October, 2024

"This initiative aims to support Sunderland students by providing them with unique study abroad opportunities"
How a Sunderland academic is helping train future doctors around the globe

Published on 9, October, 2024

“This is a very significant role where he will be part of a team holding medical schools across the UK and beyond to account for the quality of their medical education"