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Read the latest news from the Leeds alumni community.

  • Directing the stars: Alum film director on latest release

    Writer and director Brook Driver wrote his first full feature screen play during third year at Leeds. In April 2024, his debut film Swede Caroline was released in cinemas across the UK.

    Brook Driver holds a prop sword on a film set
  • The Spice Route

    Anith Puthiyankath's time at Leeds was crucial in the development of his spice business. He recently shared his experiences with Leeds students.

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  • Chain reaction

    A scholarship was the foundation of David Fine’s career in explosives detection. Now his support provides life-changing opportunities for students and staff from his native South Africa.

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  • Foundations for life

    An ambitious new research project will give children from some of the UK’s most deprived areas the chance of a better start in life. And it all started with a gift.

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  • Paris-bound: 'Mileage mutts' help Leeds marathoner achieve Olympic dream

    After 13 years of training in Leeds and racing for the city, Phil Sesemann qualified for the Paris Olympics in 2024, becoming the third fastest British marathon runner ever.

    Phil Sesemann running in a marathon
  • Leeds alum wins prestigious award in Saudi Arabia

    Dr Manar Samman (MSc Bioscience 2010; Medicine 2015) has been recognised with a national award for her contribution to medical education and practice in Saudi Arabia.

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  • The Leeds magazine

    'Made in Leeds' – read the latest issue of our alumni magazine, as Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer discusses how three years at university changed his life.

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  • Leeds Voices podcast

    Subscribe today to catch up with Olympians, scientists and award-winning journalists in our Leeds Voices podcast.

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