Alumni News

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Mount Everest record-breaker returns to campus

Published
30 October 2025
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Alumni

After conquering Everest for the 19th time, the world’s most successful expedition leader returned to campus to speak about life on top of the world.

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Jack Maitland: the man behind the medals

Published
22 August 2025
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Alumni

After a successful running and triathlon career, Jack Maitland enjoyed a period of unprecedented success as Head Coach at Leeds Triathlon Centre, helping to transform athletes into medal winners.

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Andrew Hartle: Fighting with Pride

Published
19 June 2025
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Alumni

After being dismissed from the Royal Air Force (RAF) during the British military’s ban on LGBTQ+ service members, Professor Andrew Hartle advocates for others dealing with the fallout.

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Fighting an inoperable brain tumour

Published
16 June 2025
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Alumni

Since her brain cancer diagnosis in January 2023, Mel Crossland has raised awareness and funds for groundbreaking research and a transformative MRI scanner at Leeds.