The Knowledge Gateway – transformation of Fitzalan Square
Work has begun on the £4.1m investment in the Knowledge Gateway in Sheffield, transforming the corridor running from Fitzalan Square to Brown Street. Parties including […]
Articles by Jennifer Robinson
Hallam’s Family Fun Day on Fri 27 July
After the success of last year’s event we are once again holding a Family Fun Day here at Sheffield Hallam University! Join us for a […]
Installation of our new Chancellor: your chance to be there
We are excited to provide all staff with a unique opportunity to be part of a prestigious Hallam occasion. On Thursday 26 July we will […]
Windows 10 roll out this summer
Getting ready for Windows 10 – make sure your files are backed up. Microsoft’s newest operating system, Windows 10, will soon be installed on PCs […]
You’re invited to the launch of the race staff network
You may find it useful to read the post from HROD on attendance at staff network events: https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/eview/2018/06/20/attending-staff-diversity-network-groups/ Sheffield Hallam University’s Race Staff Network launch 12-4pm, […]
Digital workshops – explore the role digital plays in your work
Spotlight on Digital Shining a light on the power and potential of digital technology The world is digital whether we see it or not, with […]
Are you a leader or manager? You can access the Hallam Leaders site
As part of the Hallam Deal, you can use The Hallam Leaders’ Home Site which is a development resource for all leaders and managers at […]
Help us to make the financial year end a success
The financial year end is coming which means that all outstanding finance transactions must be processed by 31 July. This will ensure that […]
Taking time to attend staff diversity network groups
A message from our HROD colleagues: Increasingly, staff networks are important in delivering the university’s Equality and Diversity objectives by providing visible, active promotion of […]
Join the NHS 70th birthday celebrations
This event is open to all SHU and NHS staff and students, past and present, providing an opportunity to share memories, experiences and hear stories […]
Eat well live cooking demo and lunch!
This cooking demonstration and lunch is open to all staff and focuses on making healthy cooking choices. There are two separate events at Collegiate and […]
20% discount Reiki treatment
A new reiki practice has opened in Sheffield, delivering healing treatments in a relaxing and comfortable environment. Reiki is both powerful and gentle and in its […]
Hallam’s response to the review of post-18 education
In February 2018, the Prime Minister launched a major review (led by the Department for Education) across post-18 education and funding to ensure “a joined […]
Be data smart – General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 25th May
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will apply in the UK, and therefore the University, from 25 May 2018. The GDPR is intended to update […]
Be data smart – General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will apply in the UK, and therefore the University, from 25 May 2018. The GDPR is intended to update […]
Campus Life – Mark Swales
My very first memory of Hallam I was appointed as House Services Manager and started on 1 June 1992 with responsibility for our facilities management (FM) […]
Update – the Hallam Deal
Hallam Deal & other associated activity update The Hallam Deal was launched in November 2017 as part of the Building a Great University pillar and […]
Science Week at SHU! 12-18 March
British Science Week is a national celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). The week provides an opportunity for teachers, professionals and the general […]
University Mental Health Day Thursday 1st March
SHU is celebrating University Mental Health Day next week on Thursday 1st March. Both campuses will be home to events, activities and stalls, details of […]
Win! Tickets to The Outdoor City Weekender
The Outdoor City Weekender returns in 2018 with an exciting line-up of action-packed events taking place Friday 9 – Sunday 11 March. Highlights of […]
PSOM bookable sessions
There will be a series of open staff briefings to share the future shape and direction of professional services, based on the PSOM work completed to date. These […]
International Women’s Day and SHU Parents Network launch
International Women’s Day Thursday 8 March marks International Women’s Day, a global celebration of respect, appreciation and recognition. The focus for this year’s IWD is […]
Book your place – Transforming Lives strategy update sessions
The next in our regular Transforming Lives strategy update sessions are now available to book. These give you the opportunity to hear directly from the […]
“Student Outcomes” – Academic Professional Development Programme
Reflecting the priorities of the Shaping Futures Board, Term 2 of the programme (January – April) will focus on the theme of “Student Outcomes” and […]
Your thoughts on referencing support needed
Please can you spare 5 minutes to complete this SHU staff survey on referencing support? https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/STAFFReferencing This survey is part of Library & Student Support […]
Criminal Finances Act 2017 – what it means for SHU
The Criminal Finances Act 2017 came in to force on 30 September 2017, introducing a new corporate criminal offence of failure to prevent the facilitation […]
Travel to work survey 2018 – chance to win high street vouchers!
The 2018 travel to work survey is now live! This is the third year we have carried out this annual survey to collect data on how staff […]
Discounted room hire at SHU
If you’re part of an organisation, group or team outside of work and are looking for a venue for a meeting, rehearsal or occasion, why […]
Beneath the city streets: urban infrastructure and its invisibility
Tickets can be booked here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beneath-the-city-streets-urban-infrastructure-and-its-invisibility-tickets-41234583750
Have SHU Got Talent? Half term fun for kids!
22nd and 23rd February Winter Gardens, Sheffield 10am-3pm Fun, free, interactive activities for children to help them explore their hidden talents and learn about university courses […]
50% off @ Spa 1877
Spa 1877 are pleased to offer a huge discount on their off peak 3 hour Spa experience. More information about the City Centre Spa is […]
Rutland Hotel (under new ownership) 10% discount
We are offering all staff and visitors at Hallam University a special 10% discount on bedrooms and events! To book this great offer just call […]
Advice Quality Standard (AQS) reaccreditation for Students’ Union’s Student Advice Centre
Staff and volunteers at the Students’ Union’s Student Advice Centre are thrilled to have received official confirmation of the service’s Advice Quality Standard (AQS) reaccreditation. […]
April downtime – the Student and Curriculum Management System (SITS/SITS Online/MSR)
The corporate Student and Curriculum Management System, SITS:Vision (known locally as SITS), is due to be upgraded as part of the annual upgrade cycle. The […]
Charity events incl. SHU Fest Quiz and Race Night
Colleagues in the Facilities Directorate are holding a number of events with their charity partner, The Alzheimer’s Society. Get involved for a good cause! SHU […]
GDPR – what does it mean?
What’s changing with GDPR? The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect on the 25th May and this will affect the way we protect, […]
Do you know your childcare choices?
In recent years, the Government has introduced new ways to help parents with childcare costs. This has included the introduction of Tax-Free Childcare and closure […]
All sites on blogs.shu.ac.uk will be unavailable on Tuesday 27 February
To maintain security and keep applications up to date, Digital Technology Services (DTS) needs to upgrade WordPress (blogs.shu.ac.uk) from v4.7.3 to v4.9.2. This is planned for […]
Campus Life
25 years on Jill Lebihan (Head of Student Engagement) remembers a Sheffield City Polytechnic world of pigeonholes and no email. Stories so far: Professor Susan Laird reflects on first “grim up […]
GDPR is coming – but don’t panic!
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force on 25 May this year. It’s a regulation by which the European Parliament, the Council of the European […]
Update from Richard Calvert – Professional Services Operating Model
(The following message was posted on the staff homepage on 25 January). Now that we are a few weeks into the New Year, I’d like […]
Hallam hosting student engagement conference (5-7 Sept)
RAISE Network Conference, 5th – 7th September 2018 Sheffield Hallam will be hosting a national three-day conference in September, on behalf of the RAISE Network. […]
NSS 2018 – a message from Professor Christina Hughes (Pro Vice-Chancellor for Student Experience)
Dear Colleagues As 2018 starts I want to take this opportunity to thank you for all the attention and care that you give to ensuring […]
Wedding photography offer – 10% discount for Hallam staff
Fiona Oliver Photography is offering 10% off the price of wedding photography packages & albums. Ideal for couples looking for a natural, contemporary style of […]
Finance training including Fraud Awareness
Budget Management, Financial Control and Policies Online Refresher The Finance Directorate now offer a refresher module for all University Budget Holders/Authorisers (who have previously attended […]
LGBT History Month
LGBT History Month will be taking place this February. With support from Hallam’s SIGNAL network, there will be lots of great events happening across campus. […]
Have you taken Shared Parental Leave?
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and the Government Equalities Office (GEO) are currently planning a joint communications campaign to promote Shared […]
Open days 2018
Course open days 2018: Sunday, 4th February 2018 Saturday, 10th March 2018 Sunday, 15th April 2018 Hallam’s course open day are for students to find out […]
Win £15 on your SHUcard
Consider it a Valentines day treat – we’re offering you the chance to win £15 top up on your SHUcard! To be in with a chance of winning, […]
Opinion polls – why do they get it wrong? (5 Feb)
Monday 5 February 7pm Showroom Cafe (at the back) All Cafe Scientifique events are FREE. But to maintain our good relationship with the Showroom, we […]
Lynda.com courses including photography, career development & more
There are lots of resources to help you learn something new. It’s not just for improving IT skills – you could try your hand at […]
Cycling, Bread and Circuses? When Le Tour came to Yorkshire and what it left behind (8 Feb)
Professor Karl Spracklen, Leeds Beckett University Thursday 8 February, 5-8pm (HC.0.06, Heart of Campus, Collegiate Campus) Karl will argue that Le Tour allowed local communities to […]
Buying discounted bus/tram tickets at SHU
From 19 February discounted bus/tram tickets will be available to buy exclusively on the SHU online store and can be collected from the City Campus […]
Book your place: Transforming Lives strategy update sessions
Starting this month, we are hosting monthly Transforming Lives strategy update sessions, which will give you the opportunity to hear directly from the project leads […]
Is 2018 the year you take on a challenge? Then join the team running the Sheffield Half Marathon!
We are bringing staff together to join #TeamHallam and run the Sheffield Half Marathon on Sunday 8 April 2018 for the Hallam Fund. Last year 40 […]
Core HR system upgrade: planned downtime (18-26 January)
Following successful testing towards the end of 2017, we are preparing to upgrade the Core HR system from later this week. The upgraded system takes […]
A reminder: Associate Lecturers: application and conversion process
(Associate Lecturers and managers have already been made aware of this year’s process). As part of the process agreed between University management and UCU, Associate […]
Backcare, relaxation and more – SHUWellness courses
SHUWellness have the following courses available for the new year. Follow the links to book: Practical Back Care – Helpful hints and exercise Monday 16th […]
Win £15 of credit on your SHU card
To help ease you into the New Year, we’re offering you the chance to win £15 top up on your SHUcard! To be in with a chance […]
£1 Wednesday on 31 January
Happy New Year! We hope you had a great Christmas and guess what – there’s another special day to look forward to! On 31 January 2018 […]
Michelin star chef hosts pop-up restaurant in Hallam View (20 – 23 February)
Max Fischer, the founder of Michelin Star restaurant Fischer’s at Baslow Hall, is returning to Sheffield Hallam University to host a pop-up restaurant following a […]
A reminder: The Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey
The Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey is live until 5 March 2018! This national survey asks recent SHU graduates what they are […]
Open Day @ The Print Shop (6 February)
The Print Shop Open Tardis Tues 6 Feb | Adsetts Library – Level 1 Book now: tinyurl.com/ya8lmnor The world of print is changing with new […]
Ongoing January student enrolment
Enrolment 2017/8 continues with students enrolling until 29 January with enrolment sessions taking place in the Eric Mensforth building, EMB 3118 (Information Works Lab). If you […]
Prevent workshops for 2018
The Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015, places a duty on higher education institutions, amongst others, to have due regard to the need to prevent people […]
Use the CyberAware course to protect the University and yourself
Cyber security has never been more important. The news continually throws up fresh scares and scams and it’s clear that the best way to protect […]
“Meanwhile, Back in the Library” – a celebration of comics (26 January)
Join us on Friday 26 January in Adsetts library on the Bridge (the area above the cafe on level 4), as we launch ‘Meanwhile, Back […]
Gym offers for staff
Offer 1 – Ends January 31 2018 Sheffield Hallam Active New Year’s offers. If your New Year’s resolution is to get fit, there’s never been a […]
The Hallam Deal – new sessions added
Due to demand, new dates for the drop-in sessions on The Hallam Deal have been added: Monday 8th January, 10.00 – 12.00pm, Room 7516, Stoddart […]
SHU calendar 2018 winners!
Thank you for all of the entries for photos for next year’s university calendar. The winners are as follows, with a special congratulations to Cherry […]
Core Portal unavailable 18 -26 Jan 2018
Core HR system upgrade: planned downtime We are testing a new version of the Core HR System which we are planning to upgrade to in […]
Cycle to Work scheme
Did you know that you can redeem electric bikes with a Cyclescheme certificate and top up with your own cash for bikes over £1000? For […]
Kelham Island Women’s Institute have spaces for new members
We are a modern and welcoming WI based in the heart of Kelham Island. We meet one the 3rd Tuesday of the month and have […]
IT round-up (new iPad loan service, more changes to TurningPoint)
New iPad loan service for staff DTS has launched a new iPad booking service for all University staff. For more information, visit the DTS intranet […]
New mail tracking system for internal post
The Facilities Operations team has recently installed a new mail tracking software called Omni-Post. The system aims to keep staff informed over the movements of […]
Win a pair of tickets for Curzon cinema + free popcorn!
To win a pair of free tickets* for the beautiful Curzon cinema including free popcorn for each person (!), simply send your contact details to eview@shu.ac.uk by […]
Erasmus exchange in support of midwifery programme in Lithuania
Many thanks to Hora Soltani (h.soltani@shu.ac.uk), Professor of Maternal and Infant Health & Cath Burke (c.burke@shu.ac.uk), Senior Lecturer in Midwifery for their story. They visited Lithuania’s Midwifery and […]
Support national Christmas Jumper Day and save ££s
On Friday 15 December, the country is getting behind the national Christmas Jumper Day in aid of Save the Children. Whilst you’re donning your festive […]
Job of the week
Customer Insight Officer Directorate Of Corporate Affairs Professional & Business Support Grade 5 – £22,214 to £25,728 dependent on experience Understanding our audiences is at […]
You can now recycle your hot drink cups
In response to customer feedback and to support the University’s sustainability and waste management priorities, Catering Services are trialling an innovative cup recycling unit; these […]
Free legal advice at Heart of the Campus
For over 20 years, law students at Sheffield Hallam have provided award-winning free legal advice to staff, students and members of the public. The students […]
Christmas deadlines for payroll
The deadline for manager requests and paperwork into HR for processing for the January payroll is Monday 18 December; this has been brought forward because […]
Please feedback on your Graduation 2017 experience
Several hundred members of you took part in the November 2017 Graduation ceremonies in a variety of ways. The Graduation Office is now seeking feedback […]
Christmas events to get you feeling festive
Festive events from across campus – ho ho ho! […]
Motivational Interviewing workshop series 2017/18
Dates running until Tuesday 13 February 2018. “Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with a particular attention to the language of change. It […]
SHUcard points week is back!
What do points make? PRIZES! From 4 – 8 December, Points Week will be taking over our campuses! Use your SHUcard loyalty points as payment in any of […]
Finance training *new sessions*
Budget management, financial control and policies – online refresher The Finance Directorate now offer a refresher module for all University Budget Holders/Authorisers (who have previously […]
Charity events and appeals
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Student appeals and complaints – blog to support staff
The fifth issue of the Learning from Student Disputes blog is now available. This blog is for all staff, and aims to provide staff with […]
2018 mental health courses
2018 mental health courses As part of the Hallam Deal, we are expanding our mental health support by introducing 3 new training courses. These range from a bitesize […]
Get involved with SHU Fest 2018
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The International Experience Team is proud to present SHU Fest 2018 – a week-long extravaganza of music, performances, art and much, much more! Join us […]
Win £15 of credit on your SHUcard
It’s nearly Christmas so we’re feeling generous – we’re offering you the chance to win £15 top up on your SHUcard! To be in with a chance of […]
Culture Connect (mentoring available for students)
*Please share with any students you feel may benefit* This is Sheffield Hallam University’s largest on campus one-to-one peer mentoring scheme which supports new students […]
Wisdom’s Special Workshop – a coming together of Sheffield’s Society
Saturday 9 December 2017, 10am- 4pm Hallam View, Owen Building (opposite Millennium Galleries) City Campus (Hallam View is just above main reception – follow signage […]
IT round-up (CyberAware training, “at risk” periods & more)
30 November is Computer Security day and with recent reports of lost data and hacking attacks on major companies, now would be a good time […]