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Published on 27, March, 2025
"This project represents a crucial step forward in modernising police training and ensuring it keeps pace with digital advancements"
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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"
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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"
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Published on 10, March, 2025
"Supporting this project, from inception to the podcast musical performance, has been one of the highlights of my academic career"
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Published on 10, March, 2025
“I love helping to tell a story through sets and props"
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Published on 7, March, 2025
“The Rebel Women Podcast launch 2025, on the eve of International Women's Day, was a true celebration of Audrey Amiss and community driven podcasting”
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Published on 6, March, 2025
“Peter Straughan’s Oscar win demonstrates there is no ceiling for talent from the region"
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Published on 4, March, 2025
“Film has a power to influence audiences and humanise complex issues"
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Published on 27, February, 2025
"All of us up here in the north-east should keep our fingers crossed for the 97th Oscar ceremony"
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Published on 26, February, 2025
“We are incredibly lucky to be part of a medical school that offers this unique approach to learning"
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Published on 25, February, 2025
"It makes my heart sing that many of our journalism students, born after the start of the millennium, still want to make good old print magazines"
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Published on 25, February, 2025
"I hope it reinforces their belief that they can succeed in a challenging but hugely rewarding industry"
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Published on 25, February, 2025
“This experience has helped me to feel immensely more confident in my work and my creative abilities"
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Published on 21, February, 2025
“What a privilege it has been to talk to students who are in the early stages of their journey"
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Published on 17, February, 2025
"Through these five powerful films, students have tackled a difficult subject with creativity and sensitivity"
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Published on 31, January, 2025
"People come back from their holidays with a new book in hand and tell me they couldn’t put it down – all while supporting such a wonderful cause"
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Published on 30, January, 2025
"I am so excited to be representing the north-east and I am honoured to be mentored"
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Published on 29, January, 2025
"He raised the profile of visual arts in the north of England and also championed Welsh identity"
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Published on 28, January, 2025
“We have taken a step both for ourselves and the industry to get closer to our sustainability goals"
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Published on 23, January, 2025
“The Traitors taps into something very deep in individuals"
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Published on 23, January, 2025
“This is more proof - if you needed it - that Sunderland is an up-and-coming cultural force in the north"
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Published on 22, January, 2025
“It’s a recognition of my dedication, passion and the hard work I’ve put into my career"
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Published on 21, January, 2025
“Our research has world-leading impact and directly informs our teaching across a wide range of subjects"
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Published on 17, January, 2025
“We have a brilliant line up of movies people will love"
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Published on 10, January, 2025
"Molly embodies the strength and resilience of those iconic women and girls who embraced the challenges of their time"
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Published on 9, January, 2025
"It’s another tick for the north-east and where it’s going"
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Published on 8, January, 2025
The portrait is part of Johannah’s NHS Darkroom series, which was launched by Newcastle Hospitals Charity in May 2023
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Published on 18, December, 2024
Check out what the University's students, staff and researchers have been up to over the past 12 months
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Published on 18, December, 2024
"This is definitely a Merry Christmas for these current and former Sparkies”
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Published on 18, December, 2024
"It is my hope that the marvel of our interspecies similarities will engender greater compassion for animals in all our shared landscapes"
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Published on 17, December, 2024
“There is no doubt that these films will make anyone watching them stop and think"
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Published on 11, December, 2024
"Having conquered the London stage, British TV and American late-night TV, the South Shields lecture is the obvious next venue"
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Published on 9, December, 2024
“Both Ella and Jenni have worked tirelessly to provide a creative and beautifully crafted animation"
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Published on 6, December, 2024
“The work is described as the beating heart of the gallery by the Science Museum”
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Published on 27, November, 2024
Don received his honour at the University's Winter Graduation Ceremonies
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Published on 26, November, 2024
Laura received her honour at the Stadium of Light during the University’s Winter Graduations
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Published on 26, November, 2024
"We all know just how hard the students at Spark work and for this to be recognised by panels of industry experts is validation of that”
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Published on 25, November, 2024
Gavin is a key industry advisor, mentor and guest speaker at the University of Sunderland
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Published on 25, November, 2024
"The University set us up for success by allowing us to get ahead of other early career journalists through experience"
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Published on 25, November, 2024
Honories include ITV Drama 'Grace' star Laura Elphinstone and musician Don Airey
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Published on 22, November, 2024
"The experience boosted my confidence, confirmed my career goals, and it’s given me a lot of inspiration for the future"
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Published on 22, November, 2024
"It’s a great feeling to receive recognition for the hard work you put in day to day"
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Published on 20, November, 2024
"This project was a great opportunity to bring together local residents, the Council, the University and a local CIC to work together on an important topic"
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Published on 19, November, 2024
"Make the most of every opportunity that comes your way and be motivated to seek out the next one"
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Published on 14, November, 2024
"The significant upgrading of our cinema represents a vital investment in our industry-leading facilities"
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Published on 12, November, 2024
“This bursary makes me feel confident in my ability as a filmmaker and that I have what it takes to pursue film as a career"
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Published on 11, November, 2024
"The University is where I really found my passion and realised it was possible to have a career in the industry"
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Published on 11, November, 2024
“Michael Bond’s Paddington stories subtly investigate racism, and present the case for tolerance and understanding towards immigrants in general"
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Published on 8, November, 2024
"What I loved most about my time at Sunderland was the creative freedom I had"
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Published on 8, November, 2024
"Working on real projects with fellow students and using professional equipment was invaluable"
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Published on 8, November, 2024
“Increasingly podcasts are an important tool in helping people understand history and connect within their communities"
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Published on 8, November, 2024
"Playing the songs that I discovered through Radio 1 in my childhood on Radio 1 Anthems is surreal"
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Published on 6, November, 2024
"These nominations are great news for the station and the individuals who have worked so hard for them"
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Published on 5, November, 2024
“With all Sunderland has to offer in terms of arts, culture and heritage, we must take innovative approaches to making everyone a part of our region’s prosperous future"
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Published on 3, November, 2024
“This experience has greatly increased my self-confidence"
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Published on 1, November, 2024
"This not only enhances the curriculum but also offers students a tangible connection to the professional world they aim to enter”
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Published on 31, October, 2024
“Hollywood isn’t a place; it’s a mindset, and that mindset can thrive right here in Sunderland"
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Published on 23, October, 2024
"There are more living things in one teaspoon of healthy soil than there are people on the planet – it’s magic"
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Published on 11, October, 2024
“When I got the phone call telling me I’d won the award I felt a weight lifted off my shoulders"
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Published on 11, October, 2024
"To get recognition for what we do from either one of these is a tremendous boost"
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Published on 8, October, 2024
“We actually went and picked up our dissertations together. It might have been, if you could potentially call it, our third date”
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Published on 4, October, 2024
"It was a perfect ending to my degree and a promising start to my career as an artist"
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Published on 23, September, 2024
“Holders of a Master’s degree are working at the forefront of a discipline, and this is the case with the creatives showing in this exhibition"
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Published on 16, August, 2024
“I am so thankful I had this route into university because Sunderland was where I needed to be”
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Published on 5, August, 2024
"The University opened my eyes to a number of opportunities that exist in the sports broadcast market"
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Published on 2, August, 2024
"Northumberland has such a stunning coastline and what happened at Lynemouth was so tragic, I just wanted to capture that contrast"
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Published on 31, July, 2024
“It would have been impossible to do it without the support from people”
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Published on 24, July, 2024
"We have seen how a little extra help can make a substantial difference to students, in pursuing these ambitions"
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Published on 23, July, 2024
“It’s culturally important, especially in a marginalized peripheral region like the north-east, for vernacular culture to be acknowledged and celebrated"
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Published on 17, July, 2024
“In the Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries, we believe that our students’ creativity can make the world a better place"
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Published on 16, July, 2024
“To be headhunted was a surprise especially as it happened before I graduated"
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Published on 16, July, 2024
"We are so proud to have supported you on your journey"
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Published on 12, July, 2024
“It puts the life in every step that I do - this city. So, to get the recognition from the University is incredible”
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Published on 10, July, 2024
“We look forward to continuing to make the student experience the best it can be"
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Published on 10, July, 2024
“It's very much a ‘pinch me cos I must be dreaming’ moment"
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Published on 8, July, 2024
Mike Davies CBE is one of the world's most creative minds
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Published on 8, July, 2024
His passion for storytelling is something he is keen to share nationally and internationally
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Published on 5, July, 2024
Journalism students also covered election counts across the region
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Published on 3, July, 2024
"I feel inspired by women who are always aiming for greatness"
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Published on 27, June, 2024
“At the University we are proud to offer transformative experiences to talented students from all backgrounds"
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Published on 27, June, 2024
"I want to raise awareness, encourage inclusion and dispel myths”
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Published on 20, June, 2024
The University's first Donor and Volunteer Appreciation Event welcomed individuals and institutions who give sponsorship, their time, expertise and guidance to our students.
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Published on 20, June, 2024
“It's important to know that these historical sites once existed and to recognise the efforts made to help people see beyond skin colour"
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Published on 19, June, 2024
"We shared many valuable insights into how AI can influence music production, consumption, and the ethics of music and AI"
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Published on 10, June, 2024
"Accreditation opens up exciting learning opportunities and resources for our students"
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Published on 7, June, 2024
The degree show is a culmination of the hard work and dedication our students put into the final year of their course
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Published on 31, May, 2024
It's vital to have access to people who have actually worked in the industry who can share real insights into a relatively closed business
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Published on 22, May, 2024
This is such a fantastic opportunity for students to get real-world experience of managing a commercial job, or commission
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Published on 14, May, 2024
The opportunity to work with other practicing artists wasn't only refreshing, but inspiring
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Published on 13, May, 2024
It's a privilege to connect with the next generation of creative minds and hopefully inspire them on their own artistic adventure
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Published on 7, May, 2024
Callum and I have become a trusted name within the Eurovision media space
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Published on 2, May, 2024
This is such a fantastic real-world opportunity for their CV
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Published on 1, May, 2024
Student journalists from the University of Sunderland had the opportunity to interview Sir Keir Starmer
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Published on 24, April, 2024
Two University of Sunderland academics are commercialising their police education project with the support of Innovate UK's ICURe programme
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Published on 22, April, 2024
Spark not only enriches the experience of studying at Sunderland, it has also launched great careers
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Published on 9, April, 2024
It’s brilliant to be back and it’s lovely to see how much more development there is in Sunderland
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Published on 28, March, 2024
A group of University of Sunderland academics are leading a new international initiative to find new ways of collecting and exhibiting photography in museums and art galleries
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Published on 27, March, 2024
Jay has done Sunderland proud with his script and storytelling
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Published on 25, March, 2024
We feel like we are back home