Inspiring stories

Gordon Mousinho has graduated with his sixth degree from Keele University, 50 years since his first graduation and just a day before his 71st birthday.

A student who switched to Keele after completing their first year at a different university said it was one of the best decisions they've ever made – as they picked up their first-class honours degree.

BAFTA award winner Toby Jones and beloved Keele University figure Neil 'Nello' Baldwin enjoyed a "Marvellous" reunion together – almost 11 years since the BBC’s touching drama about the life of Neil was released.

A dedicated student who balanced their university studies with being a carer for her mum when she became unwell is celebrating after graduating with a first-class honours degree.

A student who grew up in care and went to six different schools has overcome the odds to graduate from university with a first-class honours degree.

Harper & Keele Veterinary School, which has been ranked by students as No.1 in the UK for veterinary medicine in the latest National Student Survey, has marked another historic milestone with the graduation of its first student cohort.

A 28-year-old woman is celebrating graduating from Keele with a first-class honours degree – 12 years after her life was turned upside down when problems with mental health forced her to 'drop out' of education.

Student Victoria Brown has become the third generation in her family to graduate from Keele University.

A former dairy farmer whose life was ‘turned upside down’ after losing his sight when he was 30 years old has graduated from Keele University with a Masters degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy – and is now using his knowledge and experience to help other people.   

A mother and daughter duo are celebrating after graduating together from Keele University on the same day.

A Keele University student who has become the third generation in her family to qualify as a doctor says she is looking forward to ‘helping people and making a difference’.

A student whose life was turned upside down overnight after a neurological disorder left her unable to walk has overcome the odds to graduate from university with first class honours.

An aspiring performer who turned to academia when she was forced to give up her dream of becoming a professional dancer after undergoing a major spine operation has been named Keele University's Student of the Year.

A prison reformer, one of the UK's most experienced leaders in football, and a world-renowned human rights lawyer are among those being recognised for their positive contribution to society by Keele University.

A former insurance worker has become an A&E nurse after taking the bold step to retrain.

A former professional basketball player is now helping Premier League footballers to improve their mental health and wellbeing after graduating with a Master's from Keele University.

After living in six different countries, and raising five children, Igbal Zein is embarking on a new chapter in her life – thanks to a nursing degree from Keele University.

Keele’s Head of School for Allied Health Professions has spoken of her pride and relief as she joined her graduating students to accept a PhD herself this week.

A veteran international news correspondent has been awarded an honorary degree from Keele University for her distinguished and extensive achievements in journalism.

Nina Collins has faced more obstacles than most in her journey to graduate from university.

A mother-of-three who spent her childhood in care has achieved her lifelong dream of graduating from university.

Medical student Harriet Scott has been announced as the winner of Keele University’s Neil and Gina Smith Student of the Year award for 2023.