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Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

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Seven things we learned from TEDxCardiffUniversity

Seven things we learned from TEDxCardiffUniversity

Posted on 26 November 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

The inaugural TEDxCardiffUniversity on The Power of Ideas brought home an all-alumni line-up sharing their thoughts and experiences on a variety of subjects: from nanoscience to the impact of physical environments on our mental health. Here, we look at seven things we learned from TEDxCardiffUniversity

Why I run: John Chester

Why I run: John Chester

Posted on 6 October 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

Professor John Chester is Cancer Research Theme Lead at Cardiff University. He tells us more about why he is lacing up his running shoes to take on the Cardiff Half Marathon for #TeamCardiff

Why I run: Adrian Harwood

Why I run: Adrian Harwood

Posted on 6 October 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

Adrian Harwood is a co-director of the Neuroscience and Mental Health Research Institute and #TeamCardiff runner. We spoke to him about why he runs, and why you should support neuroscience and mental health research with a donation to #TeamCardiff.

How offering an internship brought new perspective and enthusiasm

How offering an internship brought new perspective and enthusiasm

Posted on 28 September 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

As current student Tanya Harrington's (Media, Journalism and Culture 2016-) internship with Cymorth Cymru came to an end, we caught up with the organisation’s Policy & External Affairs Manager Oliver Townsend (BSc 2011) about his experiences of offering workplace opportunity to the next generation of Cardiff alum.

Peak condition for race day – five top #TeamCardiff tips

Peak condition for race day – five top #TeamCardiff tips

Posted on 21 September 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

For our #TeamCardiff runners, Cardiff Half Marathon is fast-approaching. We asked Charlotte Arter, Performance Sport Officer at Cardiff University, Great Britain international athlete, and British 10,000m champion 2018, for her five top tips for reaching the start line in peak condition.

Simon Blake OBE (BA 1995) – my message to the Class of 2018

Simon Blake OBE (BA 1995) – my message to the Class of 2018

Posted on 29 August 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

In mid-July, chief executive of the National Union of Students Simon Blake OBE (BA 1995) spoke to graduands of the Schools of History, Archeology and Religion, and Physics and Astronomy. During his Graduation address, he touched upon his career journey, plans gone awry, and taking joy in the unexpected.

Know your robes

Know your robes

Posted on 16 July 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

Graduation is the culmination of years of hard work, and the pageantry and processions rightly celebrate that. But just what is the significance of those robes? Why are some hoods different colours?

What is an eisteddfod?

What is an eisteddfod?

Posted on 29 June 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

An eisteddfod is a festival of literature, music and performance which celebrates the language and culture of Wales – and often a competitive event, with choirs, poets, singers, musicians and dancers performing in pursuit of prizes.

Celebrating you

Celebrating you

Posted on 28 June 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

“In life, we can be selfish in many ways,” writes entrepreneur Lyndon Wood. “We try not to be selfish by giving.” Lyndon’s message set the tone for Cardiff Day, a highlight of the University calendar where Cardiff donors, fundraisers and volunteers are invited to receive a heart-felt thank you and hear about the impact of their contributions. 

The NHS at 70: “An experience not available in any textbook” – Alex Gordon (Medicine 2014-)

The NHS at 70: “An experience not available in any textbook” – Alex Gordon (Medicine 2014-)

Posted on 28 June 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

In one way or another I’ve been a part of the National Health Service (NHS) since 2012, having started my career as an Auxiliary Nurse prior to beginning my studies at Cardiff’s School of Medicine.

What’s the best gig you went to during your time at Cardiff University?

What’s the best gig you went to during your time at Cardiff University?

Posted on 22 June 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

When you come to university, your education doesn’t start and stop at the lecture theatre door. For many of us, coming to Cardiff heralded a musical revolution – the soundtrack to our student years made up of whichever big name bands happened to be passing through the Students’ Union at the time.

Why I run: Nicola’s #TeamCardiff story

Why I run: Nicola’s #TeamCardiff story

Posted on 4 June 2018 by Jon Barnes (BA 2007)

#TeamCardiff runners are already preparing to take on the Cardiff University/Cardiff Half Marathon. We asked Nicola Benallick, Cardiff University staff member and third time #TeamCardiff member, to tell us a bit more about why she’s running and her preparation regime.