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Laura Stephenson

Laura Stephenson

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Remembering Reesh – saying yes to life and running Cardiff Half Marathon

Remembering Reesh – saying yes to life and running Cardiff Half Marathon

Posted on 25 May 2022 by Laura Stephenson

Laura Stephenson (BA 2008) has signed up to run Cardiff Half Marathon in October in memory of her friend Areesha. She’s raising money for Cardiff University’s cancer research and was inspired by her friend’s strength in the face of a devastating diagnosis, and ‘say yes to everything’ attitude.

Alex Le May (BA 2012)

Alex Le May (BA 2012)

Posted on 13 December 2017 by Laura Stephenson

While studying his undergraduate degree Alex Le May (BA 2012) interned at a financial PR firm. He is now Senior Director at a leading consultancy and took some time out […]

Rachel Mason (BMus 2003)

Rachel Mason (BMus 2003)

Posted on 30 November 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Rachel Mason (BMus 2003) studied her undergraduate degree at the School of Music. She went on to study a Master's before carving out an award-winning career as a songwriter. Most recently, […]

Scott Edward Bowers (BA 2003, PGDip 2004)

Scott Edward Bowers (BA 2003, PGDip 2004)

Posted on 27 July 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Scott Bowers (BA 2003, PGDip 2004) studied both his undergraduate in English Language and Communication and his postgraduate degree in Public and Media Relations at Cardiff University. He's now Group Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs for The Jockey Club and attributes much of his success to his time as a Cardiff University student.

Laurie Perdikis (BSc 2014)

Laurie Perdikis (BSc 2014)

Posted on 2 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

After graduating with his BSc in Geography (Human) and Planning, Laurie Perdikis (BSc 2014) went on to complete a Master's in the Political Economy of Europe. Here he shares his reasons for choosing Cardiff University for his undergraduate degree.

Emma Thorpe (BSc 2014)

Emma Thorpe (BSc 2014)

Posted on 2 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

After graduating from the School of Geography and Planning, Emma Thorpe (BSc 2014) secured a graduate role at Jones Lang LaSalle.

Rosie Johns (BA 2014)

Rosie Johns (BA 2014)

Posted on 2 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Rosie Johns (BA 2014) graduated with a First in English Literature. Since leaving, she has her foot firmly placed on the career ladder in the publishing industry.

Salina (BA 2012)

Salina (BA 2012)

Posted on 1 May 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Salina graduated from the School of English, Communication and Philosophy with a BA in English Language. She now puts her language skills to use as a studio manager.

Tom Watson (BSc 2010, MSc 2012)

Tom Watson (BSc 2010, MSc 2012)

Posted on 26 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

After completing both his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the School of Geography and Planning, Tom Watson (BSc 2010, MSc 2012) isn't ruling out the prospect of a PhD.

Eleri Davies (MSc 2009)

Eleri Davies (MSc 2009)

Posted on 19 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Eleri Davies (MSc 2009) studied her part-time Master's around her roles in the public sector. She now works as a renewables developer, project managing onshore wind projects across Wales.

Hannah Williams (BSc 2014)

Hannah Williams (BSc 2014)

Posted on 19 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Hannah Williams (BSc 2014) studied Business Management at Cardiff University. Since then she’s secured a role with Sony and been crowned Miss Wales.

Luke Hillson (BSc 2004, MA 2005)

Luke Hillson (BSc 2004, MA 2005)

Posted on 18 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Luke Hillson (BSc 2004, MA 2005) completed both his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the School of Geography and Planning. His career since has seen him design an Olympic venue.

Rhys Govier (BSc 2011, MSc 2013)

Rhys Govier (BSc 2011, MSc 2013)

Posted on 15 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Rhys Govier (BSc 2011, MSc 2013) completed both his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the School of Geography and Planning before securing his role as a planner with Savills. He says that his degrees gave him a good head start in his planning career.

Cristian Bevington (BSc 2013)

Cristian Bevington (BSc 2013)

Posted on 12 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Cristian Bevington (BSc 2013) studied City and Regional Planning and went on to become a planner at AECOM. He credits his placement year with helping him in his career.

Angelica Bomford (BA 2014)

Angelica Bomford (BA 2014)

Posted on 3 April 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Angelica Bomford Angelica Bomford (BA 2014) studied music while at Cardiff University. She took time out from her current role with English National Opera to talk to us about her studies […]

Peidong Yang (MPhil 2011)

Peidong Yang (MPhil 2011)

Posted on 10 January 2017 by Laura Stephenson

Peidong Yang studied his MPhil (by Research) in Social Sciences, in conjunction with Seafarers International Research Centre, under Nippon Fellowship. Here, he shares some of his highlights. I chose Cardiff […]