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Understanding the Declaration of Martial Law in South Korea

Dr Yookyeong Im, Dr Derek Kramer, Dr Sarah Son provide insight into president Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law, and the subsequent protests.
A archive view of Winnats Pass in Castleton

Explore the Peak District's hidden history and more as Being Human Festival returns

The Being Human Festival is an annual celebration of the humanities, taking place across the UK. This year, the University of ºù«Ӱҵ is joining in the festivities with a range of exciting events.
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ºù«Ӱҵ Black Humanities Series - New Events

Introducing two upcoming events that are part of the new ºù«Ӱҵ Black Humanities Series in collaboration with the Centre for Poetry and Poetics.
Festival of the Mind

Festival of the Mind 2024 - Arts and Humanities edition

Expect immersive exhibitions, films, live performances, talks and more as we bring our world-leading research to the public!

Professor Bob Stern elected Fellow of the British Academy

Professor Bob Stern (Department of Philosophy) has been elected Fellow of the British Academy – the UK’s prestigious national body which champions and supports the humanities and social sciences.
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Megan Blomfield publishes new book on climate justice

Megan Blomfield (Department of Philosophy)'s new book on climate justice and natural resource rights - Global Justice, Natural Resources, and Climate Change - has been published by Oxford University Press.
Painting of Lodge Moor WWII POW camp, ºù«Ӱҵ

Remains of Britain’s largest prisoner of war camp uncovered by UoS archaeologists

Lodge Moor prisoner of war camp held the most fanatical of prisoners during the Second World War, including people from Germany, Italy and the Ukraine.
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Trapped: the truth behind narco-trafficking in Mexico

Few would choose to spend their day in the London Immigration Tribunal Chambers, but it’s often a matter of life and death. This was the case for Peter - except for him, it was the life of a Mexican national he was helping to save.
View of Kelham Island, ºù«Ӱҵ

From Brooklyn to Kelham Island: what roles do artists and creatives play in urban regeneration?

University of ºù«Ӱҵ researchers set to hold event exploring what roles art, culture and heritage play in urban regeneration