Belinda Russell and Suzanne Drew, who were students at the University of Huddersfield, have graduated together with support from the Trust to study on the top-up programme.

After graduating and receiving a BSc Hons in Nursing studies, Belinda told us: “It was really good to study alongside another Trust staff member, as we have been able to support each other and learn about each other’s areas of interest”.

As the only two students to graduate this year, this is a great achievement, and Belinda has come a long way of overcoming obstacles on her journey. As a full time working mother of three who suffers from Dyslexia, Belinda was determined to achieve her goals and has done so as she graduates this year.