PubhD Sheffield

PubhD is a way for researchers at both SHU and University of Sheffield to practice sharing their research with a wider audience.  The space is booked from 6pm if you want to come down early, with the presentations starting at 7pm.  The event takes place in the dining area of the Old Queen’s Head Pub in Sheffield City Centre.  Follow @PubhDSheffield on Twitter for updates.

The speakers at the 27 October event will be:

Kathy Davies – Sheffield Hallam University  |  The Manchester Guardian, C. P. Scott, and the Irish Question (1919-1922)

Kathy’s research illuminates the connection between the Manchester Guardian newspaper, the Irish question, and British politics at the apex of Ireland’s revolution.  By analysing the commentary of renowned editor, C. P. Scott, Kathy addresses key themes in Anglo-Irish history, including political self-determination, violence, and empire.  Going beyond published material, she also unearths influences on the newspaper’s content, including the connections between Scott, Guardian readers, and influential public figures, and the impact of propaganda and censorship.  The study enhances understanding of the Guardian’s politics and editorial ideology, and highlights the significant role played by Scott in British public discussion on Ireland in the early twentieth century.

Charlene Cross – Sheffield Hallam University  |  Networks in Neepsend:  Exploring place through people

Charlene’s PhD focuses on an area of Sheffield that is adjacent to Kelham Island.  She has been documenting continuity and change through photographs since early 2020.  From April 2021 she conducted interviews, asking “How would you describe Neepsend to somebody who had never heard of it?” to a range of local stakeholders.  Participants have included property developers, site owners, and local businesses, both old and new.  Wednesday’s presentation shares some initial themes emerging from the research (including a summary of bars, takeaways and restaurants operating in the area!)