The Alumni Award categories, shortlisted alumni and winners from 2024:

Alumni Community Hero Award

Celebrating our alumni who have gone above and beyond to make a positive impact in the local community and who have contributed their time and talents for the enrichment of others, and the betterment of society.

Our shortlisted nominees in this category were:

• Andrew Malcolm, PGCE 11-18 (Art And Design), 1994
• Dellanie Nash, BSc (Hons) Interprofessional Learning (Adult Nursing) 2019
• Helen Wimble Bachelor of Music, 2016
• Joyce CoomberSewell, BA (Hons) Counselling, Coaching & Mentoring 2019, MSc Res Research (Allied & Public Health Professions), 2022 and MSc By Research 2023
• Louisa Arnold BA/BSc (Hons) Sport And Exercise Science With Tourism And Leisure Studies, 2003
• Naznin Chowdhury PGCE Science (11-18), 2009
• Tony Payne BA/BSc (Hons) Business Studies and Radio Film And Television Studies, 1997

And the winners were: Dellanie Nash andLouisa Arnold

Alumni Rising Star Award

Celebrating innovative and successful young alumni who have showcased determination, drive and excellence in the workplace or community, who are paving the way for others to follow, demonstrating strong leadership and teamwork skills.

Our shortlisted nominees in this category were:

• Ben Forbes, BSc (Hons) Policing 2020
• Dr Mark Carew, BA/BSc (Hons) English / Psychology 2010 and MPhil/PhD Psychology 2016
• Georgia Madden, BA (Hons) History 2021 and BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Foundation Year 2022
• James Vogle, BSc (Hons) Physical Education and Sport & Exercise Science 2019
• Marius Reklaitis, Bachelor of Music 2014 and Master of Music (MMus) 2016
• Muhammad Hassan Idrees, MPhil/PhD Law 2022
• (Omime) Jennifer Dominic, BSc (Hons) Biosciences 2016
• Rashagini Rajakumar, LLB (Hons) Bachelor of Law 2020

And the winners were Marius Reklaitis and Jennifer Dominic.

Alumni Outstanding Contribution Award

Recognising the incredible voluntary contribution that alumni make to the life and community of the University, through enriching the experience, knowledge and employability of students, or facilitating opportunities for business development and business growth.

Our shortlisted nominees in this category were:

• Kara Satterley, PGCE Primary (3-7 Yrs) General 2004
• Munya Badze, Diploma For The Personal Adviser (Connexions) 2004, Certificate Professional Studies (Understanding Connexions) 2004, Diploma In Professional Studies (QCG) 2006, Advanced Certificate In Connexions Practice 2024
• Richard Carter-Hounslow, BA/BSc (Hons) Radio Film and Television Studies 2003

And the winner was Kara Satterley.

New for 2024: Alumni Sustainability Champion Award

This award recognises an alumni/group of alumni working together, who are committed to shaping sustainable futures, working to continually reduce their environmental impact, operating ethically and empowering others to be advocates for sustainability, or making a tangible impact through sustainable practices.

Our shortlisted nominees in this category were:

• Gabriela Matei, BSc (Hons) Business Studies / Tourism Studies 2020 and MSc International Business with Marketing 2021
• Jana Koperniech, BA/BSc (Hons) French / Global Politics 2010
• Max Barrett, BA (Hons) Film Production 2021

And the winner was Jana Koperniech.