Paul Rennie OBE has spent more than twenty‑five years at the heart of global diplomacy, using economics as a lens to understand human behaviour and …
Paul Rennie OBE: A Life in Global Economics and Diplomacy
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Illuminating York’s Stained Glass Legacy
York’s legacy as Britain’s stained glass capital is kept brilliantly alive by the work of two alumnae at the York Glaziers Trust, where craftsmanship and …
Rachel Tranter (MBE): Embracing the Past; Shaping the Future
Rachel Tranter’s (Derwent, 1993) remarkable journey from Derwent College to being awarded an MBE highlights her lifelong dedication to making art and heritage more accessible …
Championing Change: Healthcare Communications and Men’s Health
From a small Welsh town to shaping national conversations on men’s health, York alumna Becky Riffel (Derwent, 2011) has carved out a career driven by …
Shaping Opportunities for Care-Experienced Students
Growing up in the care system is often a challenging and isolating experience. For alumnus Chris Hoyle, that experience shaped his determination to create opportunities …
Chidinma Oli: Transforming Lives, One Voice at a Time
From growing up in Nigeria to studying at the University of York, and now leading Inspire Her Africa, an initiative that empowers African women, Chidinma’s …
Serving with Compassion: From York to the Heart of London’s Homeless Community
When Janet Dowie arrived at York in 1986 from a small Scottish village, she was eager for new experiences and driven by purpose. Now, as …
A Career against Crime: From Detecting Fraud to Battling Global Corruption
From the vibrant student life of the University of York to high-stakes international crime investigations, Tristram Hicks has charted a unique and impactful career path. …
Snap the Speed: Behind the Lens of Sport with Will Palmer
From university hockey matches to the world’s biggest sporting events, professional sports photographer Will Palmer has captured the thrill, emotion, and intensity of sport across …
Sara Davies: Entrepreneur – “Being Myself Was Enough”
Sara Davies’ story is a testament to the power of authenticity, resilience, and self-belief. From her days in D Block at York to the boardrooms …