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Tag: Inspiring Alumni

Alumni Supporting Alumni

CONNECTED spoke to three Reading alumna from different years, who have inspired and supported each other to achieve their career goals in some of the world’s biggest companies. The strength of our alumni community...

Your Vote Matters

“I’ve had people tell me over the years that they don’t feel they know enough to vote. But you don’t need any qualifications. Everyone should feel they have the confidence, knowledge and understanding to cast their...

An Educational Leader

Reading graduate and educational leader, Ginny Rhodes, has been awarded an honorary degree in recognition of her services to local schools. Ginny, who is the founding Chief Executive Officer of The Circle Trust, a...

From Tokyo To Paris

Update Reading graduate, Mathilda Hodgkins-Byrne, made history by becoming the first British mum to win an Olympic rowing medal at the 2024 Paris Games. Mathilda and her partner, Rebecca Wilde, won bronze in the final...

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A Good Life

With our summer graduation ceremonies currently underway, CONNECTED speaks to one alumnus who has been fortunate enough to celebrate graduation with Reading not once, but twice. Martin Andrews first graduated from...

The Big Leagues

Following a nail-biting final for England fans, University of Reading graduate and BBC Sport producer, Phil Bigwood, chatted all things Reading and sports with CONNECTED. From winning trophies for St Andrew’s Hall, to...

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Smart Recovery

Reading alumnus Tim Brownstone’s smart garment company KYMIRA, which revolutionises recovery in athletes, is given a boost with investment from the Henley Business Angels. Henley Business Angels (HBA) is a network...

From Academia to Advocacy

Connected spoke to Reading graduate, Melanie Khuddro, who has transformed her passion for community into a force for social change – helping refugees and asylum seekers. Melanie joined the University of Reading in...

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Become A School Governor

Join us at our upcoming webinar to find out more about becoming a school governor, in partnership with Governors for Schools. School governors play a vital role in leading schools and ensuring every child gets the best...

Polly on her Donkathon

Everybody Can Do Something

From flying solo around the world, to a Donkathon, to taking in Ukrainian refugees, Polly Vacher is a firm believer that ‘everybody can do something’. CONNECTED sat down with Reading graduate and shortlisted...

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