Katie Slavin-Trower, BA (Hons) Drama Performance and Technical Theatre, Class of 2014 and Alumnus of the Year 2018

While attending University of Cumbria, Carlisle campus, I developed the skills to open my own theatre school for children and adults with additional support needs.

As I have a stammer, I was supported by the fantastic lecturers at University of Cumbria, who were patient, kind and ensured I built my confidence to perform to the highest level through encouragement and wonderful teaching skills.

After leaving the Univerity of Cumbria, I have kept in touch with lecturers, faculty heads and friends whom I met on my journey, and this is due to the diligence of the amazing atmosphere the university provided during my time there.