The School of English – at the University of Sheffield

#18 – Parchment

Just before talking about the title of this week’s article, I wanted to introduce you to the last letter on my personal list… <Ŋ...

The last six articles have taken a look at definite letters that became extinct, within the English alphabet at least, this time, we deviate...

The 12th of April came like a ray of warm sun parting through a dark cloud for many. The selective opening of pubs, hairdressers,...

One of the main attractions of Sheffield is how close it is to the Peak District and with this being my last year in...

We have been looking at writing systems and why some of them are a little confusing with regards to English and part of it...

Sheffield is green. That is one of the first things you are baffled with when you first visit the city. Where I live currently...

Last time (or the last few times) we looked at letters that have dropped from the alphabet, and this time, we will be doing...

Today is New Year, or Vaisakhi, for Sikhs across the globe, so I wanted to take the time to express my felicitations to everyone,...

Being a student in the school of English can mean a wealth of activities for your day. It looks different for everyone who takes...

This year has given those of us who haven’t explored the extensive walking trails around Sheffield to really get our teeth stuck into the...