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Susie Bailey

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Journalism, Media and Cultural Studies event – “What is truth?” Is undisclosed bias in the media contributing to global insecurity?

Journalism, Media and Cultural Studies event – “What is truth?” Is undisclosed bias in the media contributing to global insecurity?

Posted on 24 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

On 23 November 2017, in the prestigious Lincoln Centre in London, Cardiff alumni joined experts from Cardiff’s School of Journalism, Media and Cultural Studies (JOMEC) - Britain’s oldest journalism school-for a fascinating evening of debate.

Examined Life – Professor Nicola Phillips (PhD 2005)

Examined Life – Professor Nicola Phillips (PhD 2005)

Posted on 21 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Academic and Chef de Mission for Wales at the 2018 Commonwealth Games

My Cardiff is… meeting my four grandchildren.

My Cardiff is… meeting my four grandchildren.

Posted on 21 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Alan Buckle: Cardiff resident, Phase 1 cancer treatment trialist and keen golfer.

Examined Life – Vithiya Alphons (BSc 2017)

Examined Life – Vithiya Alphons (BSc 2017)

Posted on 21 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

At the start of her final year at Cardiff University, Vithiya Alphons (BSc 2017) was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia. After initially being given just two months to live, Vithiya survived her battle with cancer and graduated in summer 2017.

Examined Life – Tim Griffin (MBA 1989)

Examined Life – Tim Griffin (MBA 1989)

Posted on 21 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Tim Griffin (MBA 1989) recently stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of Dell UK. He now works on charitable projects, start-ups and on the advancement of Welsh rugby.

My Cardiff is… made to measure

My Cardiff is… made to measure

Posted on 21 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Tania Habimana (BSc 2010) is the creator and host of African TV show Tailored Business where she interviews entrepreneurs and fits them for a suit.

My Cardiff is… a new vision for optometry

My Cardiff is… a new vision for optometry

Posted on 15 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Dame Mary Perkins DBE, FBOA (BSc 1965, Hon 2005) is the founder of Specsavers, the high street optician with 1,600 stores worldwide.

My Cardiff is… destigmatising ADHD.

My Cardiff is… destigmatising ADHD.

Posted on 15 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Professor Anita Thapar CBE (PhD 1995) is a researcher focusing on the genetic and environmental causes of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and youth depression.

My Cardiff is… 17°47’S; 179°9’W.

My Cardiff is… 17°47’S; 179°9’W.

Posted on 15 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Callum Drummond (BSc 2016) is the founder of Bula Batiki, a non-profit coconut oil company

My Cardiff is… at the podium in St David’s Hall

My Cardiff is… at the podium in St David’s Hall

Posted on 15 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Michael Bell (BMus 1980) is the founder of the Cardiff Philharmonic Orchestra.

My Cardiff is… helping children explore the Welsh landscape

My Cardiff is… helping children explore the Welsh landscape

Posted on 15 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Sarah Morgan (BSc 2016) first had the idea for Eco-Explore Education whilst in her final year of university; her business helps children with autism to explore and interact with the Welsh landscape.

My Cardiff is… doing aerobatics at 600 mph, 300 feet up in the air

My Cardiff is… doing aerobatics at 600 mph, 300 feet up in the air

Posted on 14 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Flt Lt Mike Bowden (BSc 2002) is a fast jet pilot and Red 8 in the Red Arrows, the Royal Air Force’s world famous aerobatic display team.

Stephen Fry (Hon 2010) returns to Cardiff University

Stephen Fry (Hon 2010) returns to Cardiff University

Posted on 9 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Cardiff University Honorary Fellow Stephen Fry (Hon 2010) visits Neuroscience and Mental Health Research Institute.

My Cardiff is… changing the way we think of disability

My Cardiff is… changing the way we think of disability

Posted on 8 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Charlie Knights (Criminology and Social Policy 2014-) is the students with disabilities officer at Cardiff University.

Ceri Davies (BA 1998, MPA 2014)

Ceri Davies (BA 1998, MPA 2014)

Posted on 7 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Ceri Davies (BA 1998, MPA 2014): Chief Executive of Indycube, a Community Benefit Society. Indycube offers co-working locations across the UK and a membership package that addresses the precarious nature of self-employment, freelance working and the gig economy.

My Cardiff is… Welsh for all

My Cardiff is… Welsh for all

Posted on 6 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Professor Sioned Davies (BA 1976) Professor, translator and former Head of Cardiff University’s School of Welsh.

Rachel Mason (BMus 2003) shares her experiences of being a judge on a TV singing show

Rachel Mason (BMus 2003) shares her experiences of being a judge on a TV singing show

Posted on 3 November 2017 by Susie Bailey

Being a part of this show has been a highlight of my career. I was chosen to be a judge due to all the skills, qualifications and experiences I've accumulated throughout my time in the music industry. It's lovely to look back across my career and know that each step, every success and failure has led me here failure has led me here.

Growing success for Cardiff graduate

Growing success for Cardiff graduate

Posted on 4 October 2017 by Susie Bailey

A graduate who invented a hydroponic growing system for agriculture will compete in this week’s NatWest Great British Entrepreneur Awards. Adam Dixon (BEng 2016), has been shortlisted for ‘Innovation Entrepreneur […]

Freshers’ Week – a look back

Freshers’ Week – a look back

Posted on 28 September 2017 by Susie Bailey

Enrolment Week (colloquially and infinitely better known as Freshers’ Week) has been a fixture of University life for generations; a sleepless seven day period during which thousands of new entrants […]

The running diaries – #TeamCardiff 2017

The running diaries – #TeamCardiff 2017

Posted on 27 September 2017 by Susie Bailey

Ahead of Race Day, here is another instalment from Alex Norton (BA 2015) on his race day preparations ahead of the Cardiff University/Cardiff Half Marathon. "It seemed like such a […]