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Alumni events

Take a look at upcoming events from across Cardiff University that are open to alumni.

Missed one of our past events? Watch them again in our archive of event recordings via YouTube.

Big Reunion Weekend

Together with Cardiff Students’ Union, we’re planning the first ever Big Reunion Weekend for alumni Friday 17 – Sunday 19 July 2026.

Will writing webinar

This session explains many of the considerations involved in writing and planning a Will. Thursday 22 October 2026.

Other events of interest

13 Jun 2026

Cardiff University at Pride: breakfast, t-shirts and the march

  • Clock outline 09:00-14:00
  • Users Open to the public, staff and students

On Saturday 13 June, Cardiff University students, staff, friends and allies will come together to march in Cardiff’s Pride Parade. Before we head into town for the parade, we’re hosting a getting-ready space and breakfast for everyone who wants to join our Cardiff University group.

  • Equality and diversity
  • LGBTQ+
22 Jun 2026

Book launch! Depraved: The Story of Dangerous Art

  • Clock outline 20:00-22:30
  • Users Open to the public, staff and students

Join us to celebrate the publication of a new book by Cardiff University philosopher Dr Daisy Dixon.

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Wolfson Summer School in youth mental health research

  • Users Open to the public, staff and students

Build practical skills, explore real-world challenges, and gain insight into youth mental health research through an engaging, accessible programme designed to inspire the next generation of researchers.

  • Careers and employability
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Research
1 Jul 2026

The Innovation Funding Sandpit

  • Clock outline 09:00-13:30
  • Users Open to public and staff

How do you turn a strong research idea into a fundable, real‑world collaboration?

  • Innovation and enterprise
  • Research
  • Science and technology
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The Big Reunion Weekend

  • Users Open to the public, staff and students

Cardiff Students’ Union and Cardiff University proudly present the first-ever Big Reunion Weekend – an unforgettable celebration for Cardiff alumni!

18 Jul 2026

Warm up at The Woody

  • Clock outline 14:00-18:00
  • Users Open to public

Everyone back to the Woody! Kick off your Big Reunion Weekend Saturday afternoon with a laid-back indie session.

18 Jul 2026

Students’ Union Building Tours

  • Clock outline 12:00-14:00
  • Users Open to public

Relive your best moments in the Students' Union and explore how the spaces have evolved over time.

18 Jul 2026

Cardiff University Archives show and tell

  • Clock outline 10:00-13:00
  • cymraeg-icon Available in Welsh
  • Users Open to public

Discover Cardiff University and its predecessor institutions’ rich history through a selection of treasures from the archives.

18 Jul 2026

Science library drop-in

  • Clock outline 10:00-12:00
  • Users Open to public

As part of the Big Reunion Weekend, alumni returning to Cardiff are invited to drop in and rediscover one of the University’s most beautiful historic spaces.

  • Politics, society and history
18 Jul 2026

Guest lecture: Dr Rhys Jones – A Wild Life

  • Clock outline 15:00-17:00
  • Users Open to public

The Big Reunion Weekend's guest lecture, explores the remarkable story of one of Wales’ most inspiring wildlife communicators and scientists.