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Career advice for my younger self – Bossing It

Career advice for my younger self – Bossing It

24 March 2025

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we reached out to inspiring alumnae leaders for their top career advice.

A brief history of the Association of Past Students

A brief history of the Association of Past Students

17 March 2025

The Association of Past Students, founded in 1889, has been a vibrant and active community for alumni from Cardiff University’s predecessor institutions as colleges in the University of Wales, and through to the modern day.

Ten years of global opportunities

Ten years of global opportunities

14 March 2025

Camille Stanley (BA 2019) spent a summer studying marketing in Canada. The experience helped her develop skills in a new subject area and prepared her for her current job, working overseas.

Hosting a student intern was a win-win situation!

Hosting a student intern was a win-win situation!

14 March 2025

Alumnus Dr Mark Davies (BEng 1994, PhD 1999), UK Power T&D Director at RINA hosted student Harvy Davies (Electrical and Electronic Engineering 2024-) on a seven-week internship. Read how the placement was mutually beneficial and has boosted Harvy’s confidence and CV.

My Cardiff Half: giving back to my dad’s cancer care

My Cardiff Half: giving back to my dad’s cancer care

19 February 2025

This autumn, politics student Joseph is taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon to support vital cancer research at Cardiff University.

Rosacea and Asian representation: building inclusive awareness of skin health

Rosacea and Asian representation: building inclusive awareness of skin health

14 February 2025

Dr Chloe Cheung (PgDip 2023, Practical Dermatology 2024-) is a Primary Care Doctor with a special interest in dermatology. Together with a group of multidisciplinary professionals, she has founded the charity Asian Rosacea Society to help misdiagnosed patients like her mother.

Ben digs his career in responsible mining – For Alumni, By Alumni

Ben digs his career in responsible mining – For Alumni, By Alumni

5 February 2025

Ben Lepley (MESci 2008) is a geoscientist and environmental, social, and governance specialist in the mining and minerals industry. Here, Ben debunks some mining myths and makes the case for joining the industry, which calls for a wide range of skillsets.

How to stand out online – Bossing It

How to stand out online – Bossing It

22 January 2025

In a competitive job market, a stellar digital profile can catch employers’ attention. For our latest roundup of alumni advice, we asked digital experts Sagnik, Rachel, Maria, and Jessica for tips on boosting your online presence.

Why I’m raising funds for cancer research at Cardiff University

Why I’m raising funds for cancer research at Cardiff University

17 January 2025

Professor Duncan Baird is swapping the lab coat for a running vest, and taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon in October.

How to climb the career ladder (without stepping on others) – Bossing It

How to climb the career ladder (without stepping on others) – Bossing It

30 October 2024

Climbing the career ladder doesn’t have to mean leaving others behind – in fact, success is often found through collaboration and mutual support.