12 March 2026, 17:30 – 19:30
Journalism Careers Panel and Speed-Meet
- LocationLecture Theatre, Trinity Hall
- CostFree of charge
- Booking closing dateTuesday, 10 March 2026 12:00pm
- Event typePanel discussion and Speed-Meet
To mark the Trinity Hall Student Journalism prize 2026 and celebrate the winners we are delighted to invite you to this Careers Panel with Q&A and ‘speed meet’.
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear from the judges of the Prize—all established journalists (and Trinity Hall alumni)—about how they forged their careers, their advice for aspiring journalists and why, despite the challenges, good journalism is more important than ever.
The discussion will be followed by a ‘speed meet’ and drinks reception, where you will have the chance to network with the judges, and fellow attendees.
The speed meet will provide a unique opportunity for attendees to meet each of the judges in turn in small groups, and ask questions about a career in journalism, as well as the chance to meet others interested in journalism as a career. Booking is essential, as places are limited to ensure all attendees are able to participate fully.
Programme
17:15-17:30 Arrive and take your seats in the Lecture Theatre
17:30-17:35 Welcome & prizegiving
17:35-17:55 Panel Discussion
18:00-19:00 Speed-meet in the Lecture Theatre & Terrace Room
19:00-19:30 Drinks and networking in the Terrace Room
Chair
Mary Hockaday
Mary Hockaday is Master of Trinity Hall, where she studied English as an undergraduate. She was formerly Controller BBC World Service English. From 2009-2014 she was Head of the BBC Newsroom, overseeing the BBC’s core news services on radio, television and online for domestic and global audiences. She is a Trustee of the British Library.
Speakers
Andrew Baker (1982)
Writer and Editor at The Telegraph.
Datshiane Navanayagam (2006)
Investigative reporter and broadcaster, reporting and presenting for the BBC, ITV and Channel 4.
James Helm (1988)
Director of Communications and External Affairs at the University of Cambridge.
Booking and cost
There is no charge to attend, however, booking is required.
Please note that the booking deadline is 12pm on Tuesday 10 March.
Photography
We like to take photographs at our alumni events to use in our digital and print communications. If you do not wish to have your photo taken, please let us know in advance or on the day.
Location
The Lecture Theatre, Trinity Hall, Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TJ.
Please visit the Porters’ Lodge on arrival where they will direct you to the venue.
Cancellations
Please let us know as soon as possible if you find you are no longer able to attend, as we have very limited capacity for this event. Please email the office at the earliest opportunity.
Contact
If you have any queries, please contact Rebecca Horner on developmentevents@trinhall.cam.ac.uk or call +44 (0)1223 763010. If you have any questions about events in general, please see our event FAQs.