Timothy Durant, BA English Literature, 1994
Award-winning designer and producer of live experiences, including Olympic opening ceremonies, halftime shows and music tours. Tim has worked with the NFL, Neil Diamond, Paul McCartney and Bruno Mars, to name a few.
Since the industrial revolution, the people of Sheffield have been innovators. Back then, it was mostly men leading the charge. Today, female leaders are commanding boardrooms, factory floors, laboratories and governments. At Sheffield, staff, students and alumni of all genders are working to support rising female innovators and breaking down barriers to success. There was […]
For many, the path to university is a well-trodden one, with a clear trajectory from school to higher education. But for Daniel Lee Fielding, a first-year history student at the University of Sheffield, the journey has been anything but conventional. The youngest of six siblings and with family caring responsibilities, Daniel’s educational experience was vastly […]
Owen Whitfield (BSc Tech Chemical Engineering 1980) was nominated by Dr Alan Dunbar from the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering, for the amazing commitment he’s shown to our chemical engineering students. Since 2011, Owen has been a regular volunteer consistently supporting advisory boards, networking events, and our ‘Engineering You’re Hired’ project weeks. Most […]
What’s coming up Your worldwide University community reunites every year at events, online and in person. Keep an eye on our webpage for upcoming reunions and events. BRIGHT MINDS Where: online | When: year-round events We want you to be the first to hear about the new and exciting research coming out of your University. And […]
Recognising the recent successes and achievements of the alumni community. 1970s Steve Kiln (BSc Biochemistry 1973) has been awarded the Professor Bob Boucher Distinguished Alumni Award by the University of Sheffield in recognition of his exceptional contributions to students and the University through The Twikker Fund. Dr Peter Holden (MB ChB Medicine 1979) has been […]
