Midwifery student on track to deliver gold for Team GB

She explains: “Seeing the incredible care the midwives provided really stuck with me. It made me realise that I wanted to work with pregnant women and birthing people – to support them through such a vulnerable yet empowering time, and continue that support into motherhood and beyond. The opportunity to help bring life into the world has filled me with such immense happiness.”

But outside of her studies, Success is also living ‘another life’ as a professional track athlete, representing Great Britain on the national and international stage. She won the 2023 British Indoor Athletics Championships title over 200 metres, and has been named by British Athletics on the Olympic Futures Programme for 2025.

“Athletics provides me with an escape from reality; I often say it gives me another life, another outlet. I train 4-5 times a week, with each session lasting a minimum of two hours – which can be really demanding if I’ve also been on placement working 12-hour hospital shifts! To stay on top of everything, I plan my weeks in advance – setting goals, creating to-do lists, and organising my daily schedule.”

Keeping up with everything means Success has to be incredibly organised and focussed, something that she says her lecturers have helped support her with.

Thinking back to starting university, she explains: “I chose the University of Salford because I was impressed by how much they prioritise student support, especially mental health. I also loved their approach to hands-on learning, using simulation labs as well as placement, which suits me really well. Overall, the transition to university was smooth thanks to the support and structure provided by Salford – I’m incredibly grateful for my tutors; their guidance has been invaluable in shaping my learning journey.

But despite the intensity of her workload, Success is determined to keep achieving. “Faith has always been a guiding force in my life, and I remember praying for moments like this: to get into university, study midwifery, and grow in delivering high-quality, compassionate care. At the time, I had no idea how I would balance the academic work with the demands of my sport, but I would tell myself: you are meant to be here. Don’t diminish your worth or let fear make you question yourself. You’ve got this.

“I’m constantly working toward becoming the best version of myself, both personally and professionally. In 10 years, I see myself as an Olympian, with medals to my name and a legacy built on hard work, faith, and determination. I want to be known not just for my achievements, but as a woman who confidently pursued her calling – led by faith and grounded in purpose.”

Success would also love to help inspire others through sharing her story. “Through both my athletic and professional journey, I hope to show people that with belief, discipline, and passion, you can walk boldly in the path set out for you. My experiences have helped me develop into a more confident, competent, and compassionate student, and soon, a midwife who is ready to make a real difference. I want to continue growing, learning, and making a meaningful impact in everything I do.”

Find out more about studying midwifery at the University of Salford.