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Northumbria University graduate Alice Kershaw is pictured with her work, Discarded Bottles.

27 September 2023 13:33

Fine Art alumni secure prestigious regional residency

Two of Northumbria University’s Fine Art graduates are being supported by the New Graduate Award scheme developed and hosted by Middlesbrough Art Week (MAW).

25 September 2023 11:25

Research council invest half a million in new Creative Communities UK pilot

The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Creative Communities programme at Northumbria University Newcastle has secured an additional £470,000 of investment, on top of the original 1.3 million award, to develop new knowledge about community and cross-sector partnership working in research & development (R&D).

Dark academia romanticises university life through its aesthetic and includes relatable themes such as belonging and friendship.

21 September 2023 08:30

EXPERT COMMENT: How reading ‘dark academia’ novels can help new students feel more at home at university

Caron Gentry, Professor Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Arts, Design and Social Sciences at Northumbria University, discusses the postive impact that 'dark academia' can have on new university students.

Postgraduate design degree portfolio work on display in the School of Design at Northumbria University

20 September 2023 09:00

Visit Northumbria’s first Postgraduate Design Degree Exhibition

Collections of work created by recent graduates from Northumbria School of Design are being prepared for display during the first exhibition of work by those who have studied Masters and PhD programmes.

Dr Alana James in the School of Design at Northumbria University.

18 September 2023 08:00

EXPERT COMMENT: Fashion industry’s environmental impact is largely unknown – here’s why

Dr Alana James, Assistant Professor in Fashion at Northumbria University, discusses the environmental uncertainty facing the fashion industry.

With the Story Chair are Andrew Weatherhead and Pearl Saddington from the National Trust, Dawn Harrison from Changing Lives, Jon Canessa from Newcastle Cathedral, Dr Angelika Strohmayer from Northumbria University and furniture maker, Nick James.

11 September 2023 16:06

The tree that’s helping women in the criminal justice system tell and own their stories

The ‘Story Chair’ programme is a creative collaboration between social justice charity, Changing Lives and the School of Design at Northumbria University and is supported by the North East Probation Service.

Emma Thomas, General Manager of Seaton Delaval Hall (left); and Nicky Grimaldi, Assistant Professor of Art Conservation at Northumbria University, pictured in front of the portrait of the Delaval sisters.

6 September 2023 08:46

Surprising secrets of Delaval sisters’ portrait revealed

A painting of two daughters from one of the North East’s most well-known families has been brought back to life – with some surprising discoveries made in the process by art conservation experts from Northumbria University.

Freelands painting prize winner, Holly Smith, is pictured with some of her work.

4 September 2023 09:00

Fine Art graduate wins prestigious painting prize

Holly Smith, a Fine Art graduate of Northumbria University, was one of 12 final-year students to win the Freelands Painting Prize and is now preparing to exhibit her work in London.

31 August 2023 14:49

Arts Practice with Young People within Criminal Justice Systems

A forum called Cross-Cultural Arts Practice: Working with Young People within Criminal Justice Systems has been organised by Northumbria University, in partnership with the National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) and Clinks, which represents members of the voluntary sector working with people within the criminal justice system.

Helen Wat was the winner of the RSA’s Spotify Award, which acknowledges projects that reimagine ways of working to improve social interaction, facilitate the transfer of knowledge and foster community spirit. Photography by Betty Zapata 2023.

3 August 2023 09:00

Success for Northumbria students and graduates in international design awards

Two graduates, Jai Mistry and Helen Wat, topped their respective categories in the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) Student Design Awards, an international scheme that recognises and rewards budding designers who propose creative solutions for tackling key social, environmental and economic issues.

Fred Dunbar was recognised with the Tom Faulkner Award for Best Furniture Design and the London Design Fair Emerging Talent Award. Photography by Mark Cocksedge.

1 August 2023 11:23

Students and graduates shine in national design competition

Northumbria School of Design excelled once again in London at New Designers 2023, which recognises rising stars whose unique work highlights key themes such as sustainability, mental health, diversity and other vital areas of responsible design.

Pictured from left to right: Thomas Pollet, Jamie Callahan and Clare Cook.

28 July 2023 08:30

Traditional male gender roles still dominate in entertainment industry

The characters that actors portray in films, television and on stage conform too closely with traditional gender roles – according to new research by academics at Northumbria and Durham universities.

Laura Watson with Master Glover Clive Hawkins (left) and Robert Yentob, Chairman of Dents of Warminster and holders of the Royal Warrant.

26 July 2023 14:00

Northumbria graphic design student wins national recognition

A talented graphic design student has won a national award for creating an eye-catching poster that portrays a strong message on workplace safety.

The new FUTURE FWD scholarship at Northumbria continues the progress of the University’s successful Higher Education Without Barriers campaign.

13 July 2023 14:40

FUTURE FWD support scholarship opportunity to advance equality and inclusion in graphic design

Graphic design undergraduate students at Northumbria University are set to receive a scholarship boost from four design studios based in the UK and US.

Northumbria University News, Summer 2023 edition is out now!

12 July 2023 13:00

Read the latest issue of Northumbria University News: Summer 2023 edition

Packed with the latest news, achievements, features and interviews, the newspaper is the perfect way to keep up to date with the exciting developments taking place across the University.

Jamie McClusky’s devastated family and friends and girlfriend, Jess Hulme, are determined to help raise awareness of sarcoma which is currently the third most common cancer diagnosed in children, teenagers and young adults.

10 July 2023 14:00

Jamie’s legacy will help others by raising awareness

A talented Graphic Design student, who tragically died the day after he was diagnosed with a type of cancer called sarcoma, has inspired an awareness-raising initiative involving Northumbria University students and the charity Sarcoma UK.

Bob Stanley (left) and Brian Ward, pictured in Newcastle City Library looking through archive material about the band The Shadows.

20 June 2023 11:57

Into The Shadows – new book will explore band’s Geordie roots

The lives of two members of rock group The Shadows are being explored as research for a new book by musician and author Bob Stanley.

One of the photos from the Renewable Blue art project, taken using a specialised infrared camera.

14 June 2023 11:40

Academic works with engineers and ex-mining community to create renewable energy art

Northumbria University academic and artist Paul Dolan is working with engineers and former mining community members to create unique artwork for an upcoming exhibition.

7 June 2023 13:47

Iconic theatre company presents Without Us at Live Theatre

A new play, which has been four years in the making, will make its highly anticipated debut performance next week at Live Theatre in Newcastle.

The Crypt at Newcastle Cathedral will host the Story Chair in September.

23 May 2023 14:00

Pioneering North East programme ready for national launch

Story Chair - a collaboration between national charity Changing Lives and Northumbria University - has been facilitated over the last 12 months and involved more than 50 women across Newcastle, Ashington, North Tyneside and Sunderland taking part in an eight-week programme.

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