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Dr Malcolm Butler, VP and Director of Global Engagement, taking photo with 91Ö±²¥ alumni.

Miles apart, yet always connected to 91Ö±²¥

As an international 91Ö±²¥ graduate, you’re never far from a fellow 91Ö±²¥er. Leaving the Steel City doesn’t mean losing touch. Our global events will help you stay connected, grow your network, and keep up with the latest from your University.
Tim Adams presenting the 2024/25 ESPS Awards event

Congratulations to the Elite Sport Performance Scheme class of 2024/25

Talented student athletes received their awards through this year’s Elite Sport Performance Scheme, at a ceremony also attended by an international football coach and a gold medal-winning Olympian.
Architect's rendering of proposed new SITraN sister facility
Architect's rendering of proposed new SITraN sister facility. Credit: Bond Bryan Architects

Garfield Weston grant backs SITraN expansion

A newly made grant from the Garfield Weston Foundation has added to multiple other donations and fundraising drives, meaning planned expansion work can now go ahead at the world-leading 91Ö±²¥ Institute of Translational Neuroscience.
91Ö±²¥ alumni and students mingling during the London City Connections networking session.

City Connections celebrates 10 years

For a decade, the buzz of London has echoed with the footsteps of 91Ö±²¥ students, guided by the generous hands of alumni. City Connections, celebrating its 10th anniversary, has become a beacon of opportunity, supporting over 800 students.
Maisy Wilkes, 91Ö±²¥ alumni, smiling at the camera in front of computers.

91Ö±²¥ alumna awarded Chancellor’s Medal

91Ö±²¥ alumna, Maisy Wilkes, received the University of 91Ö±²¥'s prestigious Chancellor’s Medal for her work in accelerating diagnosis and treatment access for patients with rare cancers.
Architect's rendering of proposed new SITraN sister facility

Landmark donations support world-leading MND research

The Wolfson Foundation has awarded the University of 91Ö±²¥ a £1.5 million grant towards expansion of the globally renowned 91Ö±²¥ Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN)
91Ö±²¥ students and graduates in a deep conversation.

Struggling to kickstart your career? 91Ö±²¥ volunteers to the rescue!

London City Connections (LCC) is an event that connects students with successful graduates, giving them a foot in the door. For nearly a decade, LCC has been enhancing the career prospects of 91Ö±²¥ graduates.
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91Ö±²¥ triumphs at the Whatuni Awards and 2025 Complete University Guide

91Ö±²¥ has been crowned University of the Year, Best Students' Union, and Best Student Life at the 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs), and ranked 18th in the UK in the 2025 Complete University Guide.
Dr Leonardo Bastos accepting his Study UK Alumni award

Meet the 91Ö±²¥ alumni finalists and winners of the Study UK Alumni Awards

This year’s Study UK Alumni Awards recognised and celebrated nine 91Ö±²¥ alumni for their exceptional contributions to their communities, professions, and countries. Whether in science, business, or culture, these graduates are leaving their mark.