Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Join Leeds Beckett University alumnus Jamie Jones-Buchanan, Director of Culture, Diversity and Inclusivity at Leeds Rhinos as he shares his journey from professional rugby player to patron of LEEDS 2023 Year of Culture. He will share his view on the relationship between sport and culture and why he chose to become a patron of the city’s international year of culture.
Born and raised in Bramley, Jamie is an ex professional rugby league player who has represented the city through the Leeds Rhinos for over 20 years. Jamie played his entire professional career with the Rhinos winning six Super League Grand Finals, three World Club Challenges, three League Leaders’ Shields and one Challenge Cup Final.
In 2023, Jamie stepped back from coaching to take on the new role of Director of Culture, Diversity and Inclusivity at the club.
Jamie is dedicated to inspiring more Leeds communities, he a trustee of Leeds Rhino’s Foundation and Red Ladder Theatre Company.