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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Creative projects can teach new skills, open new doors, and make quality time for your personal interests. Whether you’re looking to turn a hobby into a career or bring ideas to life in your spare time, a bit of guidance can help you get started. We asked some of our fantastic alumni who have worked on a range of projects – from magazines to podcasts – to share their top tips.
Newly appointed Head of Rugby Chris Davies, wants to connect today’s players with the stories and experiences of our rugby-playing alumni. If you played for any of the rugby teams at Cardiff University (or UCC, UWIST, UWCM), we’d love to hear from you.
Pancreatic cancer currently has a 10-year survival rate of just 5%. As the disease can be difficult to detect until its late stages, intervention often comes too late for many patients. Josh D'Ambrogio (Biosciences 2021-) has been studying pancreatic cancer in its early development to open up further avenues for early detection and more effective treatment strategies.
