Control the Contractors
Wednesday 6 November 9.30am – 10.30am City Campus This course is the lighter touch version of the Control of Contractors policy and is suitable for […]
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Place of birth survey
Midwives and researchers from the Jessop Wing Maternity Unit in Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University are currently conducting a survey to ask women who are […]
Expense claim changes for SVLs and EEs
With immediate effect all claims by Specialist Visiting Lecturers (SVLs) and External Examiners (EEs) for expenses and/or fees must be submitted to finance by the […]
People Development
Personal development is a continual, self-led process and can involve a range of activities. Personal development plans are created as a result of your appraisal […]
Roddy Doyle, author of The Commitments, at Off The Shelf
Roddy Doyle, author of The Commitments, spoke about the recent passing of his friend, Pogues guitarist Philip Chevron, ahead of an entertaining Off The Shelf […]
Studio scheme puts young artists in the frame
Four contemporary artists who graduated from Sheffield Hallam University this year are being given a helping hand in getting their careers off the ground, thanks […]
Wanted – Children in Need bric-a-brac donations
To support Children in Need 2013, a pop-up second-hand book and bric-a-brac stall will be set up in the Heartspace area of the Atrium (in […]
Costco membership
Costco is a membership warehouse club that sells a wide selection of top quality brand name merchandise at low warehouse prices and employees of Sheffield Hallam […]
Have your say on cycling in Sheffield
Sheffield City Council has set up a special inquiry to look at all aspects of cycling in the city. See www.sheffield.gov.uk/cyclinginquiry for more details and to […]
Collegiate building reaches landmark stage
The new £27million teaching and learning facility at Collegiate Campus has reached a key stage in its development. A topping-out ceremony recently took place with representatives from the […]
25% off guitar lessons
Guitar teacher based in S8 area. Whether you’re looking to become a virtuoso, understand and apply musical theory, learn songs or just be able to […]
Time Allocation Survey – support and feedback sessions for all new users
Every academic is required to complete a survey of their activities during three weeks of each academic year. The data gathered from the survey forms […]
Fire marshal training
Wednesday 9 October – City Campus By the end of the workshop participants will have the ability to: – Identify the role of the fire […]
10% discount on electrical work
Nilec Electrical is a local company with experienced electricians, fully trained and insured to BS7671 standards and Part P qualified. All electrical work undertaken: lighting, sockets […]
Employability Centre launch activities
The University’s new Careers and Employability Centre, in Hallam Square outside the entrance to the Owen Building on City Campus opened to Students on 23 […]
Storing bikes in University buildings
Although it may seem a minor issue under normal circumstances, an awkward object like a bike can become a serious obstacle when people are trying […]
Control of Contractors – Light Touch
Tuesday 15 October – City Campus This course is the lighter touch version of the Control of Contractors policy and is suitable for Managers or […]
How to reset your e5 finance system password
If you are having problems logging in to the e5 Purchasing and Authorisation portal, or have forgotten your password you can reset it by following […]
IT security update – Cloud storage and online safety
Staying safe online A leaflet is now available to students containing information to help them manage their IT security. ‘Staying Safe Online – Your Guide […]
Asbestos awareness training
Thursday 3 or Tuesday 8 October – City Campus The aims of the course are to make staff aware of what asbestos is, the hazards […]
Housing scheme for students raises standards
Students are set to benefit from a new scheme to ensure that privately-rented accommodation being offered through SHU meets Sheffield City Council’s standards. The University’s […]
Taking learning outdoors
Sheffield Hallam has become one of the country’s first higher education institutions to provide students with the skills to teach children in the great outdoors. The […]
Cafe Scientifique – Hospital death rates
‘What do hospital death rates tell us?’ Monday, 7 October at 7pm in the bar of The Showroom Admission is free and no need to […]
NUS Extra discount card available to staff
Did you know that staff can purchase an NUS Extra discount card? Go to www.nus.org.uk and click ‘buy your card now’. Then it’s simply a […]
10% discount on chocolate!
Receive a 10% discount on any transaction of £5 or above when you show your valid SHU ID card at Carousel Chocolaterie – The Little Shop […]
40% discount at hair salon
Exclusive offer available at Volt hair salon. Get a massive 40% discount on your first visit and subsequent discounts of 30% on your second visit […]
New Google apps available to staff
Staff can now access a set of online applications provided by Google using their normal SHU login details. The Google Apps suite is a range […]
Quotations and tenders
Purchases above certain values may only be made following a call for competition. The only exceptions are where the purchase is to be made against […]
53 Theatre Group’s 60th anniversary production
Take a trip to Maplins’ Holiday Camp in this hilarious adaptation of the hit TV comedy series ‘Hi De Hi’ by the 53 Theatre Group which […]
Designer Corin Mellor recognised by University
The creative director of internationally-renowned design and manufacturing company David Mellor Design, Corin Mellor, will receive an honorary doctorate in November. Corin will join graduates […]
New SHU staff card for everyone
Due to a change in building access systems, there will be a phased replacement of all staff SHU Cards from 21 October. This new card […]
Gifts and Hospitality Register
Following the introduction of the UK Bribery Act 2010 and in line with the University’s Financial Regulations all gifts and hospitality received over the value of […]
Football camps during half term
During the October half term Sheffield United Football Club is running a camp at its facility in Crookes from Monday 28 October – Friday 1 November. Discounted weekly costs The cost […]
10% off winter gift and Christmas products
With Christmas less than 12 weeks away, we have launched our range of winter gift and Christmas products. There is a range of great stocking […]
Free legal advice from the Law Clinic
The Law Clinic, which provides a free legal service to staff and students, is now taking on new work. If you have a legal problem […]
Continuing Professional Development events
Peer mentoring workshop – With Grace Barker, Mentoring Co-ordinator at Newcastle University Wednesday 9 October, 12.00 – 13.30, Harmer 2230 Transition Peer Mentoring for incoming […]
Free travel pass for switching to the bus!
Busboost is a partnership between the University and the South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive giving car users the opportunity to try public transport for free for […]
Catering hospitality sessions
A new catering hospitality offer was recently launched by the Facilities Directorate which has since been serving its new products across the University to internal […]
Be a winner in our FD Charity Raffle!
Kindly sponsored by one of our partners Dolphin (Sheffield) Ltd, the Facilities Directorate charity raffle has been launched. Be in with a chance of getting your […]
Rising star of baking set for food festival appearance
Organisers of this year’s Sheffield Food Festival say an appearance from the runner-up of last year’s Great British Bake Off is exactly what every bread […]
New advice and information blog for students and staff
The Student Advice and Information team have created a new blog to introduce the team to the wider University and to help students access support. Students […]
20% off legal advice
Best Solicitors are here for you in everything law. We offer fixed fees for many of our services – no hidden costs – no surprises! […]
Facilities Directorate charity raffle
Sponsored by Dolphin (Sheffield) Ltd, the Facilities Directorate is holding a charity raffle to raise money for the NSPCC and the Weston Park Hospital Cancer Charity. Tickets are currently […]
People Development courses coming up
Here are the available workshops for the coming weeks: People Development Workshops More courses may become available as we assess demand and needs – please […]
Fire assembly points – do you know where yours is?
There have recently been a number of staff moves and it is important that you know where the fire assembly point is for your floor […]
10% discount on electrical work
Nilec Electrical is a local company with experienced electricians, fully trained and insured to BS7671 standards and Part P qualified. All electrical work undertaken: lighting, […]
Training and Development
Leadership and Management Development We offer a suite of development opportunities designed to support you as a leader/manager as you progress through your career at […]
Art for all in Sheffield
Sheffield Visual Arts Group was formed following the potential closure of the Graves Art Gallery and restriction to its opening hours. A free half day […]
75% discount on hair salon package
The Avenue salon on Glossop Road is offering SHU staff 75% off a deluxe gift certificate. The certificate entitles bearers to a package of treatments, […]
Welcome coffee morning at Student Wellbeing
All students and staff are invited to take part in the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning at the Student Wellbeing welcome event on Thursday 26 September […]
Postgraduate Taught Survey (PTES) Results
The 2013 Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) took place at Sheffield Hallam in April and May 2013. PTES is a national survey, designed specifically for […]
Updated whistleblowing policy
The University has now revised its whistleblowing policy in response to changes to the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998. The law on whistleblowing has changed […]
University’s response to meningococcal and other communicable diseases
As we start another academic year, staff are reminded that the University’s action plan for dealing with meningococcal disease (i.e. meningitis and/or septicaemia) and other […]
Internal Communications Survey: Your opinions matter
The Directorate of Corporate Affairs has designed a survey to help to increase understanding of staff satisfaction with internal communications channels and access to information that […]
Appraisal workshops
We have now started the appraisal cycle for this year. Appraisals can take place any time between April and September with paperwork to be submitted […]
Digital Strategy update
Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) has recently developed a Digital Strategy discussion website to identify innovative and more efficient ways to use IT to help […]
Issuing invoices to Strategic Health Authorities and Primary Care Trusts
With immediate effect, all sales invoices addressed to Strategic Health Authorities and Primary Care Trusts must include a ‘payables code’ within the address. Invoices that […]
Free travel pass for switching to the bus!
Busboost is a partnership between the University and the South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive gives car users the opportunity to try public transport for free […]
Display Screen Equipment assessors and DSEasy training
This course is for all staff who volunteer to become DSE assessors to gain a better understanding of the risks associated with display screen equipment […]
10% of Winter Gift and Christmas products
I know we don’t really want to think about it yet but with Christmas less than 14 weeks away, we have launched our range of Winter […]
Peace in the Park presents 5-a-side at the Ponderosa
The Peace in the Park festival promotes peace and understanding by bringing together communities through artistic, musical and vocal expression. To fundraise for next year’s […]
University welcomes famous authors to annual festival of words
Veteran war reporter Kate Adie is among the highlights of this year’s Off The Shelf festival of words for which Sheffield Hallam University is a […]
Science education boost across three regions
Science education experts at Sheffield Hallam are training science teachers around the North of England, after winning the contract to run the network of Science […]
Got kids? Love books?
Usborne books are accessible, fun books for children and make beautiful gifts. What better way to share books than by hosting an Usborne book party? […]
The Spectacle of Computing with Professor Paul Atkinson
Inaugral Professorial Lecture with Professor Paul Atkinson Professor Atkinson’s research covers design practice, design theory and design history, exploring the relationship between society and technology. […]
Preparing teaching rooms for new academic year
A list of new software requested by academic staff for teaching rooms has been agreed. Once software has been packaged, it can be installed into […]
New weekly Holy Communion service
From September 30 there will be a regular celebration of Holy Communion taking place at the Multifaith Centre, Owen Level 2 on Mondays from 12.30-13.00. […]
Teaching Essentials – new website
The Teaching Essentials site has been developed to provide information for academic and learning support staff on specific Learning, Teaching and Assessment topics. The site can […]
Contribution pay – deadline soon
The deadline for contribution pay applications is Friday 27 September at 5pm. Finalised applications should be submitted to Human Resources, preferably by e-mail to recruitment-reward@shu.ac.uk […]
New lift system in Owen Building
As part of the University’s commitment to creating a sustainable estate, the two-year project to refurbish the main lifts in the Owen Building has now […]
Recruitment Visit Activity workshop
Are you involved in undergraduate recruitment events or want to know more about them? The Recruitment Visit Activity (RVA) project forms part of the University’s […]
Information governance course
Concerned with Data Protection, Freedom of Information and Records Management. To provide an overview of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Freedom of Information Act […]
Win tickets to The Winter’s Tale
‘It is requir’d you do awake your faith’ In an act of wild and passionate jealousy a man tears his family apart. Now, only a […]
Wanted – accessible fruit trees for children’s cookery club
SHU nursery is starting a weekly ‘Baking Club’ to teach children cooking and baking skills as well as learning where food comes from. The nursery would […]
Biodegradable cabinet: a new approach to sustainability
A furniture design academic has started creating furniture made from 100 per cent biodegradable material, which can be composted at the end of its lifespan. […]
Bribery Act update
Do you or members of your team work in an area of bribery risk? This could be in the University Executive Group or Faculty Senior […]
Learning Centres information
A new LIS News page on the staff intranet site gives staff an update on 24/7 opening hours plus more details of what’s new in […]