Student news

A degree apprenticeship student has been named a Rising Star in the prestigious '30 Under 30' category at this year's Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) Awards Gala.

From performing for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth to performing in Keele Chapel, third-year Biomedical Science student David Durojaiye is a key player in the University’s music scene.

Third-year Law and Politics student (and Student Voice Representative award winner) Caitlin Ellis secures a second term as a Lead SVR for the Law School.

Second-year students Jessica Snellgrove and Sophia May abseil Liverpool Cathedral to raise funds for a charity that is supporting a fellow student.

Fourth-year medical student Ben Sutton organises second annual charity fundraiser for Emmaus North Staffs

Sustainable travel options between Keele University and Newcastle-under-Lyme have received a boost thanks to the launch of a new bus service trial.

Third-year Geography student George Civil has devised new walking routes around Keele as part of a course placement.

Students on the MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership course recently enjoyed a field trip to Pavia University and healthcare institutions in Italy.

Co-President of the Sikh Society and medical student Gurjivan Sohal looks forward to another academic year bringing staff and students together.

Medical student and professional cricket umpire Grace Bambury bowls over the RAF to receive a medical cadetship.

After volunteering more than 1,000 hours to Keele societies and local communities, third-year psychology student Emma James is officially an SU Diamond!

Secretary for Keele Concert Band (KCB) and second-year History student Harriet Dutton has spent months preparing for this weekend.

Third-year medical student Carys Havard’s passion for sustainability recently took her to Vietnam to represent the UK as Miss Earth Wales.

Despite being terrified of heights, second-year medical student Jake McCandless is facing his fears to raise vital funds for the Keele Community First Responders.

First-year Music Production and Sound Design student, Sam shares his experiences of being Queer at Keele

The first cohort of the MSc Global Healthcare Leadership course headed to Thailand recently to gain hands-on experience and knowledge of the country’s healthcare system.

English Literature student Emily Stevenson is sharing her industry knowledge and passion for sustainability to support her peers.

Alongside completing a one-year master's degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, mature student Scott Bailey is also training for the 2028 Paralympics as an internationally acclaimed judoka.

First-year medical student Yasmin Giannini is taking the drive and discipline she’s learnt on the judo floor and applying it to her degree.

Registered nurse apprentice Karen Estcourt worked on the frontline during the Coronavirus pandemic, received nominations for multiple awards and was personally invited to 10 Downing Street.

Paramedic Science students recently got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to South Africa and take part in a large-scale rescue exercise with the University of Johannesburg.

PhD Candidate Amy Blaney reflects on her time as a postgraduate student at Keele University and how her postgraduate degrees have enhanced her career prospects.

In the vibrant tapestry of our nation's history, Black History Month stands as a crucial thread, weaving tales of resilience, achievements, and the profound impact of the Black community on British society. As I sit down to write this blog, I am reminded of the countless remarkable figures who have shaped the path for all of us, regardless of our background.

Elizabeth Maggio-Kotkowska is using the knowledge she has learnt in her degree to try and stop what she believes is “the single greatest problem facing the world”: climate change. 

At 24-years-old, Victoria Zinzan became one of the youngest qualified solicitors her firm had ever seen.

Amy, current fourth-year physiotherapy student outlines her top five reasons why you should join a club or society whilst at university.

I can honestly say my time as a Keele student has been an unforgettable experience. However, my path to university was far from traditional, or straightforward.

As part of Teenage and Young Adults Cancer Awareness Month, medical student Ellie Waters explains how her own cancer diagnosis as a teenager influenced her ambition to become a doctor, the impact of her cancer, and why it’s so important to raise awareness of the issues that young cancer patients face.

My name is Esther Thornton and I’m in my second year here at Keele, and I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far – but it wasn’t easy getting here.

Keele alumni Jamie Lea, an International Relations and Politics graduate, has recently returned from an incredible placement teaching English to children in the Maldives.

First-year student Jack Marshall reflects on his journey in education as a blind student

Sustainability Intern Abigail Sproston’s reflections on the whirlwind of Keele Welcome week and the Great Big Green Week.