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Sunderland graduate scoops major national award

Dr Rebecca Garnham, Lecturer in Cancer Biology at the University of Sunderland

University's pioneering project to improve prostate cancer outcomes

The University of Sunderland.

Up to 188 jobs under threat as university and unions issue statement

Midori Shinmura, of Midori Art and Crafts, has opened a new workshop and learning space at the North East BIC. Photo credit Helen Smith Photography.

Sunderland glassmaking school starts a new chapter

Kate Snowdon is pictured on her arrival in Ukraine with her dad Tom (left) and family friend Phil Billingham.

Sunderland lecturer joins convoy delivering support to Ukraine

Pharmacist Donna Roberts returns to the University of Sunderland to vaccinate students against meningitis

Pharmacist returns to university to vaccinate students and help health

Michael Okare Shaba is the founder of Poundswise. Photo credit Steve Brock.

Graduate launches platform to help businesses

Campaigners gather outside of the National Glass Centre as it closed its doors to the public for the last time.

Campaign group suffers blow in bid to save the National Glass Centre

Sunderland Pianoforte Society has moved homes

One of city's oldest societies to host first recital in new home

Dr Barbara Henderson organised the event and also spoke to budding writers and publishers.

University of Sunderland takes the Write Steps

Skye Bulmer with her Young Marketing Specialist of the Year award.

Former Sunderland student lands top marketing industry award

Barbara and Daisy Johnston have just begun their masters in visual practice studies at the University of Sunderland.

Mother and daughter duo master art together at university

The National Glass Centre closed at the end of July 2026. Credit LDRS

Security plan unveiled for closed National Glass Centre site

The University of Sunderland's current City Campus.

University staff declare formal dispute over job fears and budget cuts

Alex Hope (third from right) speaking at the launch of Sunderland Business Week.

University business chief tells businesses to 'see us as a resource'

The results underline the university's role as a major institution in the region.

University recognised for economic impact
‘A recognition of the continued importance of the university to the regional and national economy.’
Tony Gillan

Campaigners gather outside of the National Glass Centre as it closed its doors to the public for the last time.

Campaigners' delight as measures to save Glass Centre move step closer

Plans to demolish the Glass Centre could face tougher restrictions after councillors agreed to pursue new measures to protect the landmark building.

National Glass Centre demolition plans hit fresh obstacle

Justine Sless with her new book Before I Sing You This Song.

Author returns to Sunderland hometown for the first time in a decade

The recipients of awards at the Foundation of Light's Gala Dinner.

Foundation celebrates 25 years of changing lives at anniversary dinner

Filming inside the University of Sunderland’s Helen McArdle Nursing and Care Research Institute

Students join director to bring powerful breast cancer play big screen

On Friday, October 2 Bridget Phillipson visited the Urgent Dental Access Centre in Fulwell.

Phillipson visits dental practice as appointment drive continues

The University of Sunderland and Sunderland AFC have entered into a new partnership.

University of Sunderland to become SAFC's Higher Education partner

Sullivan (Sully) Alenezi-Bonney, 27, has started working at Culture House as a gallery learning facilitator.

Sunderland student lands dream role

Pink slice is one of Sunderland's favourite bakes

Great British Bake Off effect: uni expert examines rise of bakeries

Sarah Schonewald, collegiate coach at Recovery Connections, (left) and Ruth Magnus, strategic lead in safeguarding and wellbeing at Sunderland College.

Sunderland college leads the way as it signs recovery pledge

The NGCA now has a permanent home at Culture House

10,000 visit in first week of exhibition celebrating artistic genius
It’s the first exhibition to be shown at the new home of Sunderland’s first contemporary art gallery.
Katy Wheeler

The University of Sunderland has been given the seal of approval by Ofsted for its teacher training provision.

University's teacher training provision given Ofsted seal of approval

Sunderland Pianoforte Society chair Eileen Bown, front, with, from right, society members Hana Knotek, Jean Wilson, Liz White and David Murray, with James Large from Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens

One of Sunderland's oldest societies finds new home

The School of Pharmacy at the University of Sunderland has once again been ranked number one by The Guardian for best UK universities for pharmacy and pharmacology.

Sunderland University course tops Guardian rankings

The University of Sunderland's current City Campus.

University given new place in Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027

The National Glass Centre which closed to the public at the end of July. Inset Campaign group chair Carolyn Basing (left) and North East mayor, Kim McGuinness.

Mayor responds to campaigners calls for meeting to discuss glassmaking

The new home of NGCA

Exhibition celebrating 'artistic genius' at Culture House

Roanna Williamson receives a certificate from the Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust's chief executive James Duncan.

National recognition for nursing apprentice

Representatives from organisations across the city at the Stand up to Suicide Charter signing event.

Some of city's biggest organisations pledge to tackle suicide

Freelance film producer Carley Armstrong is pictured at the Fans Museum, in Sunderland.

Sunderland becomes a film set – and you can be part of it

Plans have been submitted for a new six-bedroom HMO above shop space at 173 Roker Avenue.

Plans for six-bedroom HMO above Roker Avenue shop in Sunderland

Date set for reopening of Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art

Emily Brown, 20, was inspired to study primary and SEND education at the University of Sunderland to help children like her brother, who has autism.

Graduate is ready to help neurodivergent children

The National Glass Centre closed on July 31.

Council funds £25,000 study over future of glass centre building

The University of Sunderland has ranked 11th in the UK for teaching excellence according to The Daily Mail University Guide.

University of Sunderland ranked 11th in UK for teaching excellence

Sunderland College Principal Mike Chapman is "over the moon" with the college's results.

Sunderland College principal "over the moon" with results

Euan John McCain, 18, is going to Newcastle University to study medicine.

Euan off to be a doctor as school chief delighted with A-Level results

The permanent pedestrian crossing on Chester Road has been out of action for several months.

Council apologises as pedestrian crossing broken for 'several months'

Chroma is now open at Arts Centre Washington

Striking new Washington exhibition explores use of colour in art

Lewis Sutcliffe, from Sunderland, has secured a role as sports development officer at the Foundation of Light.

Graduate inspires people of all ages through football

The National Glass Centre has closed to the public.

University chiefs thank staff as Glass Centre closes to public

Campaigners gather outside of the National Glass Centre as it closed its doors to the public for the last time.

Campaigners vow to fight on as National Glass Centre closes to public

National Glass Centre over the years

Royal visitors to Prime Ministers: 16 more great Glass Centre photos

A photography project at the University of Sunderland has evolved into a new movement aiming to give NHS staff a voice through creativity.

University of Sunderland celebrates innovative photography project

A look back at NGC over the years

16 fantastic National Glass Centre pictures over the years

The Save The National Glass Centre campaign group and supporters outside St Peters' Church.

Campaigners push to save Glass Centre one week before closure

Councillors have rejected plans to turn Mowbray Villas into student flats.

Former law offices to remain empty after student flats plan gets thumbs down

Cllr. Andrew Ramsay, Reform Corporate Services and Local Government Efficiency Portfolio Holder, Carolyn Basing, Chair, The Campaign to Save the National Glass Centre, Cllr. Paul Edgeworth, Liberal Democrat Opposition Leader, Dr. Antony Mullen, Sunderland Conservatives Leader, Cllr. Brandon Feeley, Labour Deputy Leader, and Dan Sullivan, Green Party Local Chair.

Party leaders unite with letter to council chief in bid to save NGC

Katie Mitchelson has published her debut novel at the age of 40 as she marks the end of her PhD.

University of Sunderland graduate publishes debut novel

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