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My Cardiff Half for neuroscience and mental health research – Professor Neil Harrison

My Cardiff Half for neuroscience and mental health research – Professor Neil Harrison

4 December 2023

Neil Harrison is a Clinical Professor in Neuroimaging based in Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC). In October he ran Cardiff Half Marathon as part of #TeamCardiff to raise funds for neuroscience and mental health research at Cardiff University. Professor Harrison shares his Cardiff Half journey and the difference fundraising makes to early career researchers.

Alumni inspire future media professionals

Alumni inspire future media professionals

22 November 2023

In October, five change-making alumni returned to Cardiff University’s School of Journalism, Media and Culture to speak with current students. Postgraduate student Sophia Crothall (Cultural and Creative Industries 2023-) attended the talk and shares her key takeaways from their career stories.   

Running for your life – what running can do for your mental health – For Alumni, By Alumni

Running for your life – what running can do for your mental health – For Alumni, By Alumni

20 November 2023

George Watkins (BA 2018) is a seasoned Cardiff Half Marathon runner and former Mental Health Officer at Cardiff University. In 2018, 2019 and 2022, he ran for #TeamCardiff, fundraising for vital Cardiff University neuroscience and mental health research. Here, George shares his journey with running and his own mental health.  

How to smash your next interview – Bossing It

How to smash your next interview – Bossing It

27 October 2023

Amazing – you’ve been offered an interview for an exciting new role, but what next!? Sometimes anticipating an interview can feel daunting, but with the right preparation you can rest assured that you’ll be able to tackle it with confidence. We spoke to some of our wonderful alumni who have shared their top tips on how to smash your next interview. 

#TeamCardiff fundraisers take on Cardiff Half Marathon

#TeamCardiff fundraisers take on Cardiff Half Marathon

28 September 2023

On Sunday 1 October, over 100 alumni, students and staff will be running the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon as part of #TeamCardiff.

Is this gap year really ‘well-deserved’? Or is that just post university imposter syndrome talking? – For Alumni, By Alumni

Is this gap year really ‘well-deserved’? Or is that just post university imposter syndrome talking? – For Alumni, By Alumni

28 September 2023

New graduate Lucy Robertson (BA 2023) reflects on her time as a student, and the idea of taking a post-university gap year instead of heading straight into the world of work.  

Cardiff Firsts – opening doors to opportunities I’d never considered possible

Cardiff Firsts – opening doors to opportunities I’d never considered possible

21 September 2023

Emmanuelle Camus (Psychology 2020-) is one of 16 students to take part in the Cardiff Firsts programme funded by Santander Universities.

The power of alumni mentoring

The power of alumni mentoring

7 September 2023

Tyrone Stewart (MSc 2022) was mentored as part of our alumni mentoring programme during his master’s, by Andrew Jones (BSc 2014), a business coach.

The 2023 30(ish) winners have been chosen – special preview

The 2023 30(ish) winners have been chosen – special preview

15 August 2023

Following an enormous response by the alumni community, Barry Sullivan, Head of Alumni Relations, gives us a teaser for what’s happening next and what to look out for on the list.

I want to make my Nan proud – fundraising for Cardiff’s cancer research

I want to make my Nan proud – fundraising for Cardiff’s cancer research

15 August 2023

Katy Thomas (BA 2004) is a seasoned Cardiff Half Marathon runner and is taking on her 13th race this October. Having lost several close family members to cancer, she’s been inspired to raise money for Cardiff University research that will improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.