Reading graduate and former Assistant Executive Director at the World Food Programme, Jim Harvey, shares his expert opinion with CONNECTED on the impact of COVID-19 on countries already suffering from food insecurity...
Reading graduate and Manager of ReadiFood, Alison Peyton, tells CONNECTED how the food bank has provided an essential lifeline to local residents throughout lockdown. Alison has always been interested in people, so...
Reading graduate, Jack Abrey, tells CONNECTED how he brought positivity to people’s lives during the COVID-19 pandemic through his role in the Scouts. Jack was a member of the Scouts from age six to 18, and after his...
Ellie Chaston’s passion for history led her to study a Master’s of Research in Medieval Studies at Reading. Ellie tells CONNECTED why a postgraduate course was an obvious choice for her and how it opened the door to her...
Reading graduate, Chloe Read, had only just begun on the NHS graduate scheme when the pandemic broke out. She tells CONNECTED how it felt to be facing such a crisis in her new role, and how she embraced the opportunity...
As our finalists prepare to embark on their journeys beyond university, CONNECTED shares what two of our inspirational alumni have achieved since graduating from Reading. With graduation ceremonies unfortunately...
Reading graduate, Heather Shute, is a volunteer with the charity Medical Detection Dogs. She tells CONNECTED about their incredible work – training dogs to identify people who are carrying COVID-19. The dairy business...
Amy Wood, Reading graduate and Midwife, shares with CONNECTED how despite her concerns about COVID-19, she found the strength to continue providing care to families in need. Amy works at the Royal Berkshire Hospital...
When the COVID-19 outbreak began, Reading graduate Ivan Kemp knew his role as a Critical Care Pharmacist would be impacted. Despite facing many challenges, Ivan feels honoured to be part of the NHS effort. Ivan...
As the Science Editor for ITV News, Reading graduate Tom Clarke is at the forefront of reporting on the COVID-19 pandemic. Tom tells CONNECTED why it’s so important he asks those difficult questions. Tom is co-leading...
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