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Lucy Jenkins (BA 2014, MA 2015)

Posted on 10 July 2018 by Helen Martin

“Vibrant, inspiring, rigorous, passionate and home” are the five words Lucy Jenkins (BA 2014, MA 2015) used to describe Cardiff University. After graduating from the School of Modern Languages in […]

Rowena Sefton (BA 2015)

Posted on 10 July 2018 by Helen Martin

Rowena Sefton (BA, 2015) credits the School of Modern Languages with teaching her how to manage her workload and achieve a healthy work life balance; two essentials for life as […]

“The city will come alive with graduation buzz”

Posted on 29 June 2018 by Alex Norton

Over the past 135 years Cardiff has awarded degrees to hundreds of thousands of graduates. The rituals of Graduation Week have changed just a little since 1883, but in mid-July - as in so many summers past - the people of Wales’ capital will again stop to welcome a colourful influx of graduands, academics, friends, and family.

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

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-)

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?

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

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.

Examined Life: Chris Jackson (BSc 2002)

Posted on 31 May 2018 by Alex Norton

Chris Jackson (BSc 2002) is the award-winning Royal photographer for Getty Images, one of the world’s leading photo agencies.

Minding the gap: Cardiff’s strategy for supporting students

Posted on 30 May 2018 by Alex Norton

In May, a Universities UK report warned that a generation of students are at risk of “slipping through the gaps” in mental health services.

Nature and Nurture: neuroscience and mental health research on display

Posted on 16 May 2018 by Alex Norton

Cardiff University was last week delighted to visit the Royal Society in London and present ‘Nature and Nurture? Mining the human genome for mental health discoveries’, a showcase of world-leading neuroscience and mental health research.

Jen Phillips (BA 1999)

Posted on 11 May 2018 by Helen Martin

Jen Phillips (BA 1999) studied Philosophy at the School of English, Communication and Philosophy and is now a Specialist Technical Underwriter for Legal & General. I was particularly attracted to […]

Michael Lydon (MA, 2015)

Posted on 30 April 2018 by Helen Martin

Michael Lydon (MA, 2015) is a Lecturer and Course Coordinator at the National University of Ireland, Galway. He studied his masters in Music, Culture and Politics at the School of […]

Andy Holbrook (BSc 1999, MSc 2001)

Posted on 24 April 2018 by Helen Martin

Andy Holbrook (BSc 1999, MSc 2001) is Collections Care Manager at the Museum of London. He studied BSc Archaeological Conservation and MSc Conservation at the School of History, Archaeology and […]

Dr Sebastien Chapleau (PhD 2009)

Posted on 9 April 2018 by Helen Martin

Dr Sebastien Chapleau (PhD 2009) studied at the School of English, Communication and Philosophy. Sebastien is now Headteacher at La Fontaine Academy, the first state-funded primary school with a key focus on […]

Tom Dean (BA 2011)

Posted on 9 April 2018 by Helen Martin

“Diverse, thought-provoking, historic, exciting, engaging” is how Tom Dean describes Cardiff. Now working as Head of Marketing for World Wide Internet Insurance Services, Tom recalls his days in the city […]

Kit Denison (BMus 2013)

Posted on 28 March 2018 by Helen Martin

Kit Denison (BMus 2013) works as an Assistant Producer for the internationally renowned performance company, Clod Ensemble who are known for their work which takes place in traditional theatre spaces, […]

Thomas Breeze (BMus 2001, MA 2003)

Posted on 28 March 2018 by Helen Martin

Playing, singing, recording and rehearsing were all elements of BMus Music that Thomas Breeze (BMus 2001) relished while studying at the School of Music. His passion for music has continued […]

Your last-minute guide to Valentine’s Day in Cardiff

Posted on 14 February 2018 by Alex Norton

Valentine's Day is here and we've compiled a handy list of last-minute romantic ideas (and emergency panic ideas) in, around and themed on Cardiff.

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 […]