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WITWAT TRIPLEPLAY #36

From studying and working overseas to pursuing careers in the arts, social justice and academia, these three IGS Alums have each followed a unique path while carrying forward the values and experiences they gained at IGS. Read on to see where life has taken Caitlin, Sasha and Will since graduating from IGS. 

 

Caitlin Elliot 2024

I knew I wanted to take a gap year, so after graduating, I moved to France, where I worked as an au pair for seven months. I spent four months with a family in Lyon before moving to Bordeaux to work with another family for the remaining three months. I am so grateful for this experience — it’s something I never would have been able to do without my many years of studying French at IGS.

After those seven months, I then backpacked around Europe for three months with my best friend. It was an incredible, sometimes daunting experience that I will never forget. When I returned home, I took on three jobs, all centred around drama and theatre. I worked as a waitress at the Sydney Theatre Company, taught TheatreSports clubs at IGS and worked with Sport for Jove on their summer program.

I am now about to begin a Bachelor of Arts at UNSW, where I will be studying theatre, performance and film. I’ll also be continuing French, which I’m super excited about. Overall, I am incredibly grateful for IGS, as it provided me with so many amazing opportunities that helped shape where I am today. From musicals and Shakespeare performances to the language exchange in France, each experience guided me, showed me how much the world has to offer and gave me insight into how much I can achieve.

I’m currently editing my very first film script, and if anyone would like to share their thoughts or collaborate on a cool project, feel free to message me on Instagram @cait13_.

 

Two women in winter clothing smile for a selfie in a large cobbled courtyard with a historic building in the background, under a partly cloudy sky, capturing their adventure for WITWAT.
Four students stand smiling in front of a pink wall with bold IGS letters. One student in a white shirt and checked skirt holds a brown stuffed dog, adding a touch of charm to the WITWAT group. The others, wearing dark tops, complete this cheerful #36 snapshot.
Three young women in school uniforms are smiling and singing into microphones on a stage, delivering an energetic TRIPLEPLAY performance. The backdrop features a black curtain, whilst a man partially visible in the background holds a guitar, contributing to the lively scene.
Two people in dramatic costumes and ruffled collars pose in front of bookshelves and artwork; one wears white face paint and holds the other's shoulder whilst the other looks at the camera with a serious expression, capturing a #36 TRIPLEPLAY of intensity, artistry, and theatrical flair.
A woman in a light green dress stands on a bridge over a river, with sunlight reflecting off the water and a boat passing by. Trees and buildings line the riverbank in the background, creating an idyllic #36 moment that captures the serene charm of WITWAT.
Two young girls in matching checked uniforms stand in front of a pink wall with the words International Grammar School 4-8 Kelly Street in large silver letters, proudly displaying their TRIPLEPLAY spirit.

 

 

SASHA TREVELYAN 2019

After school I took a gap year with the intention of travelling, but after three months living in London I was pulled back to Australia when COVID began. The year that followed was spent working and going in and out of lockdowns. Not the ideal gap year!

The following year I moved away from Sydney and went to the University of Melbourne to study a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Economics. Even though I loved the subject at IGS (thank you Mr White) I was soon swayed to change my major to sociology. Within a year, I had changed from studying macroeconomic policy to Australian Indigenous Politics and social sustainability and totally felt like I had found my passion. 

Following Melbourne, I spent nine months travelling, then made an even bigger move to London for my post graduate studies. This had always been my goal as I love the city, the chaos it brings and the independence of living on the other side of the world from where I grew up. I completed a MSc in Social Policy at LSE, writing my dissertation on the effectiveness of reparatory justice for the history of slavery in Grenada. This was the most rewarding experience I have had yet. I got to interview activists and educators in Grenada and used their perspectives to shape my writing. 

I am now living in London, working as a policy officer for a charity, Anti-Slavery International, who tackle modern slavery worldwide. I love the job and living in this city. 

I remain grateful to IGS for instilling values of compassion and the importance of equality that has shaped my education and early career. The global outlook of the school pushed me to want to live in different cities and gain new experiences.

 

A smiling person in a yellow cowboy hat and lei stands among a group of people, some wearing yellow and floral accessories, at what appears to be a festive indoor event—perhaps celebrating the spirit of TRIPLEPLAY.
Group of smiling students at a protest hold a handmade sign that reads, IT'S GETTING HOT IN HERE SO TAKE OFF ALL UR MALS. Other protestors and signs—including ones referencing WITWAT—are visible in the background.
Two students in school uniforms smile and hug each other in a brightly lit indoor setting at TRIPLEPLAY, with other people standing and talking in the background.
A woman in a white skirt and black top stands smiling, holding a certificate in front of large red LSE letters at an outdoor university location, celebrating her achievement with WITWAT proudly displayed on her certificate.
Two women stand and talk on a sunny street lined with parked bicycles and tall buildings. One holds a shopping bag, and both wear dark coats. Leafless trees line the pavement, setting the scene for this #36 TRIPLEPLAY moment amidst city life.
Three women sit on the grass at an outdoor event, smiling. Surrounded by other people, colourful blankets, and drinks under a sunny sky with clouds, they enjoy the lively atmosphere of TRIPLEPLAY #36. Trees and bunting decorate the background, adding to the festive WITWAT vibe.
Two smiling girls wearing TRIPLEPLAY aprons and blue headbands stand indoors. One holds a plate with pancakes topped with banana slices, whilst the other leans in happily.

 

WILL SALKELD 2018

Hi everyone, I’m Will Salkeld (IGS 2018). After school I made the unprecedented choice of taking a gap year in Europe and briefly played in a band called T3 with some fellow alums back home (check out George Catt on Spotify).

In 2020 I moved to Canberra to study PPE at ANU in Canberra. I kept coming back to Sydney during COVID to play music with IGS Alums Javier Ardino, Louis Cook and Marcus Barr, but eventually realised I was too much of a nerd for musician life and settled into uni properly.

I lived many lives during uni. I was on student committees, worked for the Department of Education, reviewed books for The Canberra Times, did an internship in Parliament House, and had a short but glorious stint at a car wash.

I fell in love with philosophy as soon as I got to ANU. After graduating (and after riding a child-sized motorbike across Morocco…), I started a PhD at ANU on animal ethics and politics. I now split my time between teaching, writing, and volunteering with the Alliance for Animals. It’s precarious work, but I still can’t believe I get to do philosophy for a living.

If you ever want to read my public or academic writing, feel free to find me on LinkedIn (cringe – I’m sorry).

My favourite thing about IGS was how weird everyone was allowed to be. My 2018 cohort have grown into such interesting, kind people, and my best friends from high school are still some of my closest. 

Next year I’ll be visiting a university in Canada while finishing the PhD, and after that my partner and I plan to head overseas. For now, I’m in Canberra — and when I’m not being paid to overthink things, I’m usually rock climbing.

 

A person with long hair and glasses smiles at a wooden table in an open-air restaurant, enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of WITWAT. Other people are dining in the background. A water bottle is on the table, and the photo’s timestamp shows 29/12/2025, 18:18.
Six young adults in hiking gear stand close together and smile on a bridge, with forested hills and cloudy skies in the background, proudly displaying their TRIPLEPLAY badges after completing number 36 on the WITWAT trail list.
Six smiling young people pose indoors, holding a wooden shield-shaped trophy with gold plates. They wear casual clothes and stand in front of a stage with black curtains, proudly celebrating their achievement at the WITWAT TRIPLEPLAY #36 event.
Two people wearing helmets sit on a motorbike with a sidecar under palm trees near a lake at sunset—a classic WITWAT TRIPLEPLAY moment. Fairy lights hang above, with boats and a plastic chair in the background, capturing the laid-back vibe of TRIPLEPLAY #36.
Two smiling young people stand in front of a black curtain; one wears a cape and plaid skirt, while the other—a hat and T-shirt—plays an acoustic guitar, channelling the lively spirit of WITWAT.
A person wearing a helmet and black gear sits on a TRIPLEPLAY red motorbike with a blue basket attached, parked on a rocky landscape at sunset with mountains and an open sky in the background.
Two people smiling and holding glasses of champagne sit by the waterfront at sunset, with a bridge and city buildings in the background, enjoying a perfect #36 TRIPLEPLAY moment.
Two students in school uniforms stand on stage holding large books, looking down. A screen in the background displays a blurred image of another person holding a book, adding to the intriguing atmosphere of WITWAT TRIPLEPLAY #36.
Two smiling teenage boys sit side by side on rowing machines in a gym, with one arm round each other. Behind them are shelves with equipment and a closed metal door, whilst a packet of WITWAT TRIPLEPLAY #36 sweets rests on the floor.
A person in hiking kit holds a WITWAT cup and trekking pole, smiling in front of snow-capped mountains at sunrise with golden light on grass and trees.

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