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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… innovation at 593 Celsius

My Cardiff is… innovation at 593 Celsius

Posted on 14 November 2017 by Caragh Medlicott

Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton (PhD 2014) Honorary Research Fellow and Deputy Assistant Commissioner, London Fire Brigade.

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.

My Cardiff is… light emitting molecules

My Cardiff is… light emitting molecules

Posted on 14 November 2017 by Caragh Medlicott

Professor Ian Weeks (BSc 1976, PhD 1980, DSc 2009) Acting head of Cardiff’s School of Medicine.

My Cardiff is…. 13.1 miles of city streets

My Cardiff is…. 13.1 miles of city streets

Posted on 14 November 2017 by Caragh Medlicott

Dr Anne Rebafka (MSc 2010, DAHP 2016) Cancer survivor and #TeamCardiff runner at the 2017 Cardiff University/Cardiff Half Marathon

My Cardiff is… rowing down the Taff to Florida – and beyond

My Cardiff is… rowing down the Taff to Florida – and beyond

Posted on 14 November 2017 by Caragh Medlicott

Rebecca Girling (BSc 2012) Member of the GB rowing team and XXXII Olympiad hopeful.

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 […]

Meet #TeamCardiff Angela Foster-Swailes (BA 2001)

Meet #TeamCardiff Angela Foster-Swailes (BA 2001)

Posted on 13 September 2017 by Susie Bailey

I think the running community are a lovely, supportive bunch of people. I’ve lost count of the amounts of times a simple gesture like a smile or a thumbs up from another runner whilst out on my own has really lifted my spirits and helped me through. I’m fairly new to running and very slow but I make sure I celebrate all milestones and personal bests. I’ve learnt that comparison really is the thief of happiness and when I run I don’t compete with anyone but myself.

Becoming business leaders

Becoming business leaders

Posted on 29 August 2017 by Susie Bailey

Gary Partridge (BSc 1989) is co-founder and director of Cardiff-based financial advisory firm Lexington Corporate Advisors, following over 25 years business experience with companies like PWC and BT. He has recently been opening the door for Cardiff students to join Lexington through a variety of internship opportunities.

Cardiff’s summer of sport

Cardiff’s summer of sport

Posted on 24 August 2017 by Alex Norton

It’s been a spectacular sporting summer for students and alumni alike, with Cardiff represented across a range of disciplines. Rugby Union was the source of great success – not least […]

Future Leaders in Cancer Research – Dr Stephanie Smit (BSc 2010, PhD 2015)

Future Leaders in Cancer Research – Dr Stephanie Smit (BSc 2010, PhD 2015)

Posted on 22 August 2017 by Susie Bailey

I am a behavioural scientist working on projects that focus on screening, prevention and early diagnosis of cancer.