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We are sure that many from our alumni community will have met or spoken with our Alumni Officer Brett Arnall during his time at Leeds Trinity.  

We are sorry to share that Brett is leaving the University at the end of April after over 10 years leading the institution's alumni engagement activity. He has developed the alumni community; strengthened relationships; facilitated alumni to support current students via placements, guest lectures and mentoring; and been a friendly face at many alumni events and reunions over the years.  

Brett will be very much missed by both colleagues and alumni, and we wanted to take this opportunity to say a heartfelt 'thank you' to Brett for all he has acheived here at Leeds Trinity, and wish him well for his next chapter.       

Brett wanted to share a message to the alumni community on the Alumni Facebook page. Read it here.

Congratulations to Alice Young (MA Journalism, 2020) who has been named National Newsreader of the Year at the Commercial Radio News Awards for the second time.

Alice works as a Senior Broadcast Journalist for Global in their London newsroom.She first won the award in 2023 and was shortlisted again in recognition of her story selection, clever use of audio, unique presentation style, and exceptional communication skills. Read more. 

Are you looking to boost your career and increase your earning potential? Or perhaps you’re looking for a career change?

Our upcoming Open Evenings for Postgraduate and PGCE study on Wednesday 7 May are the perfect opportunity to find out what it’s like to study with us at this level. Speak to our course leaders, learn about finance and funding, and receive guidance on applying.

Don’t forget – as a graduate of Leeds Trinity, you may be eligible for an alumni discount of up to 50% on your taught postgraduate fees (excluding PGCE and Master's by Research courses).

Visit our website to book your place for either our Postgraduate Open Evening or our PGCE Open Event today.

Final year Sport Psychology student Sophie Batt is undertaking a joint internship with the Alumni Office and Trinity Sport to showcase the history of sport since the institution was established.

If you are interested in speaking to Sophie about a particular sporting era or achievement please email her.

Recently Alumni Officer Brett Arnall visited Brightsparks offices in York, a company focused on social value, doing good and making a difference.

He caught up with three alumni who are currently working there, who liken the company values and community spirit to those of Leeds Trinity.

(l-r) Victoria Smith (MA Childhood and Education, 2022), Katie Simpson (English and Media, 2001) and Megan West (Media and Marketing, 2015)

Brightsparks started as a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2016, set up in response to gaps in the market in supporting children, parents and professionals working with these individuals and groups. 

Its sister company, Brightsparks Agency, was formed shortly after. Brightsparks Agency is a full service agency specialising in behaviour change for social good, exclusively working with social purpose organisations. Read more.

The Alumni Office was proud to sponsor a table at the 2025 Students' Union Awards which took place at Headingley Stadium last month.

Alumni Officer, Brett Arnall, presented awards alongside our Reception Team colleagues Melanie Taylor and Rachael Feather. Find out more. 

Viktor Mitruk graduated from Media in 2018. Viktor is from Slovakia and chose Leeds Trinity because of its strong community vibe. He is currently the Community and Partnership Lead for First Line Software.

Viktor left Leeds Trinity with so many new skills. He says: "On the technical side, I learned how to edit videos, movies, and radio content, which I’m very grateful for. On the soft skills side, University taught me how to collaborate in a team, express myself confidently, and use critical thinking in research. These are essential skills in today’s world, and I carry them with me every day."

Viktor returened to Slovakia after his studies. He told us: "After University I moved back to my hometown in Slovakia. It’s funny because most people go the opposite way, leaving Slovakia to build a career in the UK. I did things differently." Read Viktor's alumni profile