Alumni Member of the Year 2010: Winner Announced

I am pleased to announce that the 2010 winner is Katy McLean. Katy won the award for her extraordinary achievements in sport. Katy was recently announced as the England Rugby Team Captain and was key to the success of the team reaching the World Cup Final. Due to Katy's Rugby commitments we will be presenting her award at the 2011 graduation ceremony and will report back to you then! So watch this space.

Recent Alumni Events…

Hope Winch Lecture 2010 – Alumni, students and industry came together to hear Stephen Singleton's address.

Sunderland Old Teachers Christmas Party – hosted by the Alumni Association for one of the oldest alumni chapters.

University Carol Service – Alumni were invited to take part in the University annual carol service at the spectacular Sunderland Minster.

Alumni Events in 2011…

Welcome Back! Education 2010
The Faculty of Education and Society would like to invite 2010 graduates back to campus. Meet up with old classmates and academics, hear a keynote speaker and discuss further CPD.

Varsity!!
Did you take on Teesside for your Sunderland Sports Club? Why not do it again? We are looking for graduates to take part in the new alumni section of the 2011 Varsity Games.

Hospital Pharmacy…in the Real World
Alumni and current students are invited to hear from successful alumni who work in hospital pharmacy. This follows on from the success of our 'Community Pharmacy…in the Real World' 2010 event.

And much much more! Visit our calendar of events.

Are you our most enterpreneurial Alumni?…

Are you or do you know an alumnus that deserves recognition for setting up and running a business? If so, why not nominate yourself or them for the Blueprint Alumni Achievement Award.

Click here for an application form and award criteria. Deadline for nominations is 12th May 2011. The winner and nominator will be invited to the Blueprint Awards Dinner on 9th June at the National Glass Centre.

100 years of Sciences and a new building to celebrate!

2011 marks 100 years of Science at Sunderland and we are going to celebrate in style. Lord Robert Winston will officially open the the New Sciences Complex on 16th February.

There will also be a series of science events over the coming year so keep checking our events calendar.

If you studied science at the University, I want to hear from you. Please email your memories of your time here along with a photo for our special edition e-newsletter.

Read more about the recent Sciences Complex developments.

Were you a Prior Pursglove Alumni? They want to hear from you

Did you study at Prior Pursglove College or Guisborough Grammar School? The college is celebrating its 450th Anniversary and are looking for alumni to share memories and stories about their college days. Visit the website or email for further details.

Alice in Sunderland: Winner!

I am pleased to announce the the winner of the Alice in Sunderland Competition is Fiona Martin from London.

Pictured here is Alice, Fiona's daughter enjoying Alice in Sunderland.

Want to get involved?

We are looking for your help!

Alumni Ambassadors
Would you like to re-engage with your alma mata? If so, why not become an Alumni Ambassador? We are looking for members who can aide us at events and provide alumni advice to others. To find out more email us and we will send you some information.

Where Are You Now?
The Where Are You Now section of the Bridge magazine is our most popular and we want you to be part of it. Let us and your fellow alumni members know what you have accomplished. Email us with a short description and a picture.