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Using skills developed at Leeds Trinity’s Centre for Journalism to cover the General Election 2024

Leeds Trinity student Tanita Sims explains how the MA Journalism course prepared her to report on an election for the first time

Written by Tanita Sims

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‘Harder than expected’: What it means to be a university student in 2024

Dr Alison Torn talks about the importance of student co-creation and presenting at a conference in Milan alongside her students.

Written by Dr Alison Torn

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More than an illness: Accepting chronic disease as part of identity

Dr Louisa Peters, Lecturer in Psychology, shares research results and practical tips on managing a chronic illness as part of identity.

Written by Dr Louisa Peters

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Building stronger connections with the help of the Army Reserves

Manda Lister, Practice Placement Officer at Leeds Trinity University, blogs about a recent team building day with the Army Reserves.

Written by Manda Lister

The weight of the world on their shoulders: Managing expectancies for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games

Dr Helen Heaviside, a Senior Lecturer in Psychology, explains how athletes can cope with pressure at the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Written by Dr Helen Heaviside

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Sharing research and knowledge on tinnitus with NHS Audiologists

MSc Psychology (Conversion) student Ellie Brown shares her experience of presenting at a recent GN Hearing Complex Needs Educational day.

Written by Ellie Brown

Launching Your Career: Highlights from Leeds Trinity University’s employability event

The event highlighted the importance of a strong CV, interview skills and networking.

Written by Holly Siberry

The grumpy guide to celebrating Eid 

Dr Naziya O’Reilly shares her personal take on celebrating Eid-al-Adha.

Written by Dr Naziya O’Reilly

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Knife crime and the role of community collaboration in empowering young people

Dr Rob Hornsby recounts a recent event at the Red Kite Secondary Leaders Alliance where he discussed his research into youth violence.

Written by Dr Rob Hornsby

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Shaping woodlands at Lotherton Hall: Our idea of a very nice day out

Lucy Whitehead, Assessment Administrator at Leeds Trinity, reflects on a day spent volunteering at an Edwardian country estate in Leeds.

Written by Lucy Whitehead

Embracing Systems Thinking in the Criminal Justice System: A Call for Holistic Reform

Professor Tony Blockley, explores the benefits of systems thinking and an integrated approach in criminal justice policies and practices.

Written by Professor Tony Blockley

Raising funds for Andy’s Man Club during Mental Health Awareness Week

Danielle Roman blogs about a charity football match held at the Main Campus in Horsforth.

Written by Danielle Roman

Unlocking Mental Wellness: The Power of Movement

Maria Tierney, Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Manager blogs about unlocking Mental Wellness through the power of movement.

Written by Maria Tierney

Supporting psychological wellbeing with the Young Player Wellbeing Academy

Leeds Trinity is excited to be working with The Young Player Wellbeing Academy

Written by Dr Richard Simpson

Joining global forces to foster hope and purpose in addiction recovery

To have a major conference devoted exclusively to recovery capital as a key innovation, is incredibly exciting.

Written by Professor David Best

The dangers of untreated hearing loss

Dr James Jackson explains the early signs of hearing loss and what we can do to prevent the risks associated with untreated hearing loss.

Written by Dr James Jackson

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Reflecting on our first ‘Autumn School’ for Nursing students

The University's first Nursing students were invited to attend the 'Autumn School' ahead of their courses starting in January.

Written by Katy Hodgson

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Passover – a time for coming together, reflection, storytelling and passing on customs

On the eve of Wednesday 5 April, my family and I will sit around our table together and retell the story of the Jews Exodus from Egypt.

Written by Susan Wilcock

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Police recruitment and retention: The UK crisis

Professor Tony Blockley explains the challenges to police recruitment and retention and how the sector should adapt.

Written by Professor Tony Blockley

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Building anti-racist practice through collaboration and student co-creation

Associate Professor Ricardo Barker explains the impact of the student co-creation project in building anti-racist practice at university.

Written by Ricardo Barker

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The spiritual experience of Umrah and the meaning of Eid

Mu'minah Bibi, a Graduate Progression Coach, reflects on her pilgrimage to Mecca, and explains how Muslims will be celebrating Eid ul-Fitr.

Written by Mu'minah Bibi

The Islamic Society: Small team, big impact, from Horsforth to hearts around the world

Over the past four years, Leeds Trinity's Islamic Society has raised over £15,000 for causes around the world.

Written by Samia Begum

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If you know one autistic person – you know one autistic person

To mark the beginning of World Autism Acceptance Week, Oz Hardwick explains the importance of acceptance to people with autism.

Written by Oz Hardwick

Reflecting on a month of activity for staff wellbeing

Tom Hurst, Director of Student Mental Health and Wellbeing at Leeds Trinity University, reflects on Feel Good February and its impact.

Written by Tom Hurst

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