2025 Alumni 30(ish) Awards now open for nominations

Returning for their fourth year, the 30(ish) Awards are back to celebrate and share the story of the changemakers, innovators, and rule-breakers in the Cardiff University alumni community.

We will be recognising a list of 30(ish) alumni who have made a positive contribution to their community, and all before they hit 30. Well, 30(ish). Nominations are now open, so whether you’re bossing it and nominating yourself, or know of another game-changer who you think deserves recognition, be sure to make your case by 20 July 2025.

All winners will be invited to the 30(ish) Awards event on Thursday 23 October in sbarc | spark, hosted by the Vice-Chancellor. Forget traditional black tie – this is all about celebrating and connecting with like-minded bright sparks.

Announced on the night, the Vice-Chancellor’s Award will be presented to one special winner, alongside the ‘People’s Choice’ award which is voted for by the alumni and Cardiff community.

Last year, more than 30 exceptional alumni were recognised with awards for innovation, creativity, positive work in their community or for the environment, and excellence in their field. Winners included polar researcher Prem Gill (BSc 2017), social justice champion Stella Nderitu (MScEcon 2022), entrepreneur Konstantinos Kousouris (BSc 2021), journalist Will Hayward (BScEcon 2011, MA 2017) and BBC Radio 1 presenters Sam MacGregor (BSc 2020) and Danni Diston (BA 2019).

Read more about last years’ winners.

Recognise the contributions of our alumni community and take a chance on landing them (or yourself) an exclusive spot at a night of connecting with other pioneering Cardiff alumni. Find out more and make your nomination.