Category: Alumni Stories

Hannah holding her dissertation

Class of 2020: Hannah Petch

Finishing university is a difficult time for any student. Our alumni usually continue with further study, go travelling, or find job opportunities. However, finishing university during Covid-19 has left the Class of 2020 with...

A sketch of Grays Court from 1790

Grays Court Memories

Grays Court has a very long and exciting history. It stands on the site of a Roman legionary fortress and has welcomed historic and VIP guests over the years, including King James I! But...

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Vital Garments for the NHS: #Sew2Save

YSJ Fine Art alumna Amber Kotrri and her Darlington-based boutique fashion business, House of Zana, have launched a campaign called #Sew2Save. Her aim is to give back to her local community using the skill she...

A man wearing PPE including a face shield

Face Shields for the NHS

YSJ Fine Art alumnus Mark Binks is using his skills to provide frontline workers in the NHS with face shields.  Mark initially founded #Shields4Manchester as a solo effort from his garage, but it has...

Activity Book title page featuring the YSJ Quad

Socially Distant YSJ Entertainment

Have you been at a loss for something to do? Fancy challenging yourself with a brain teaser or artistic project? Then look no further than your very own, print-at-home YSJ Activity Book! Get warmed...