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Running the Cardiff Half in my grandfather’s memory

Posted on 4 October 2024 by Alumni team

Darshni Vaghjiani (International Relations and Politics 2022-) will be taking on October’s Cardiff Half Marathon in memory of her late grandfather. As a member of #TeamCardiff, she’s fundraising for researchers here on campus, who are improving outcomes for people living with some of the most common cancers.

“It was a no-brainer”: running the Cardiff Half for mental health research

Posted on 26 September 2024 by Alumni team

Friends Charley Bezuidenhout (Psychology 2022-) and Lizzy Braithwaite (Psychology 2022-) are both students at Cardiff University. They’ve decided to run the 2024 Cardiff Half Marathon together, in support of vital mental health and neuroscience research taking place on campus.

Career mentorship to hosting an internship – one alum’s journey

Posted on 24 September 2024 by Alumni team

Alum Peter Sueref (BSc 2002), co-founder and CTO of Empirisys mentored student Ritika Srivastava (MSc 2024) before offering her an internship.

A return to running in support of vital research

Posted on 12 September 2024 by Alumni team

Alum Daniel Nicholas (MBA 2020) will be taking on this year’s Cardiff Half Marathon in support of Cardiff University’s neuroscience and mental health research. Here, he tells us his personal motivations for joining the Cardiff Half, his first race since the pandemic.

A nourishing career change – For Alumni, By Alumni 

Posted on 28 August 2024 by Alumni team

Before Ceri Jones (BMus 2003) retrained as a chef, she spent a decade building a career in the music industry. Here, she reflects on making the jump and where her love for cooking has led her so far.  

A whirlwind journey in digital PR – For Alumni, By Alumni

Posted on 5 July 2024 by Alumni team

Annabelle Earps (BA 2020) studied Journalism and Communications at Cardiff University and is now building a career in digital PR. Here, she reflects on entering a shifting digital landscape.

Supporting neurodiversity in the workplace – Bossing It

Posted on 26 June 2024 by Alumni team

A neuroinclusive environment can give staff the support they need to succeed, improve wellbeing and productivity, and put important company values into practice. We asked our expert alumni for their advice on how to empower and be an ally for neurodiverse colleagues in your workplace.

Meet the Researcher – Emma Weir

Posted on 14 June 2024 by Alumni team

Emma Weir (Biosciences 2021-) is in the final year of her PhD at Cardiff’s Neuroscience and Mental Health Innovation Institute, looking into the mechanisms of neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, autism, and schizophrenia.

Hiking Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at night for life-changing research

Posted on 5 June 2024 by Alumni team

In July, Isabelle (English Literature and Creative Writing 2021-) will take a night-time trek up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) alongside fellow #TeamCardiff fundraisers. Here, Isabelle tells us why she decided to join the climb to Wales’ highest peak.

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2024

Posted on 30 May 2024 by Alumni team

Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration taking place this year between Monday 3 June – Sunday 9 June, acknowledging the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering in their communities.

My Womentoring experience – Natalie Atkinson (BSc 2018)

Posted on 29 May 2024 by Alumni team

Natalie took part in our 2024 Womentoring scheme which saw 24 mentors and 60 mentees matched. She was paired with Joanna Dougherty (BScEcon 2017) Global Operations Director of Client Experience at JLL and shares her experiences of being a mentee in the programme.

My Womentoring experience – Joanna Dougherty (BScEcon 2017)

Posted on 29 May 2024 by Alumni team

Joanna took part in our 2024 Womentoring scheme which saw 24 mentors and 60 mentees matched. She was paired with Natalie Atkinson (BSc 2018) Assistant Planning and Development Manager at YTL Developments (UK) Ltd. and shares her experiences of being a mentor on the programme. 

Paying it forward: The alumna supporting young girls to access education

Posted on 1 May 2024 by Alumni team

In 2023, entrepreneur Grace Munyiri (MSc 2023) won the Gavin Davidson Social Enterprise Award. Funded by alum Gavin Davidson (MBA 1992), the award supports Cardiff University students who are passionate about tackling inequality and creating positive social change.

Top tips for starting your creative project – Bossing It

Posted on 25 April 2024 by Alumni team

Creative projects can teach new skills, open new doors, and make quality time for your personal interests. Whether you’re looking to turn a hobby into a career or bring ideas to life in your spare time, a bit of guidance can help you get started. We asked some of our fantastic alumni who have worked on a range of projects – from magazines to podcasts – to share their top tips.

A new chapter for Cardiff University Rugby: share your legacy

Posted on 25 March 2024 by Alumni team

Newly appointed Head of Rugby Chris Davies, wants to connect today’s players with the stories and experiences of our rugby-playing alumni. If you played for any of the rugby teams at Cardiff University (or UCC, UWIST, UWCM), we’d love to hear from you.

Developing vital early treatments for pancreatic cancer

Posted on 4 March 2024 by Alumni team

Pancreatic cancer currently has a 10-year survival rate of just 5%. As the disease can be difficult to detect until its late stages, intervention often comes too late for many patients. Josh D'Ambrogio (Biosciences 2021-) has been studying pancreatic cancer in its early development to open up further avenues for early detection and more effective treatment strategies.

“I was convinced I’d never be able to run again”: taking on the Cardiff Half for cancer research

Posted on 1 March 2024 by Alumni team

Alumnus and university staff member Abyd Quinn-Aziz (MPhil 2012) has been a keen runner since his youth. Following some health problems, he’s recently returned to running and has set himself the challenge of this October’s Cardiff Half Marathon.

TV series starring Cardiff University

Posted on 22 February 2024 by Alumni team

Craving a bit of Cardiff University nostalgia? Excited to spot familiar locations on the telly? We’ve put together a list of TV series filmed in and around our campus buildings.

My experience as a Cardiff newbie – For Alumni, By Alumni

Posted on 22 January 2024 by Alumni team

Nori Shamsuddin (LLB 1998) is a mother, self-proclaimed poet, hopeless romantic, and freelance writer. Here, she reflects on her experience of travelling to Wales for the first time from her home country of Malaysia, and her memories of settling in as an international student.

My Womentoring experience – Jane Cook (BA 2008)

Posted on 5 December 2023 by Alumni team

In March 2023, independent PR consultant Jane Cook (BA 2008) took part in our annual flash mentoring scheme for Cardiff’s alumnae – Womentoring. Here, Jane reflects on her experience of mentoring several fellow alumnae and shares insights for those considering taking part in next year’s scheme.