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A return to running in support of vital research

A return to running in support of vital research

12 September 2024

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 

A nourishing career change – For Alumni, By Alumni 

28 August 2024

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

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

5 July 2024

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

Supporting neurodiversity in the workplace – Bossing It

26 June 2024

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

Meet the Researcher – Emma Weir

14 June 2024

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

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

5 June 2024

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

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2024

30 May 2024

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)

My Womentoring experience – Natalie Atkinson (BSc 2018)

29 May 2024

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)

My Womentoring experience – Joanna Dougherty (BScEcon 2017)

29 May 2024

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

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

1 May 2024

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.