University of Reading graduate and researcher, Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles, has vowed to continue tackling inequalities in the local community after being made Mayor of Reading. Dr Mpofu-Coles, a Senior Research Fellow at the...
Inspired by Volunteers’ Week, we’re sharing how one University staff member has made an impact in two very different ways, with her experiences showing just how much a few hours can achieve. The University...
Mentors have been supporting University of Reading students for over a decade through the Thrive Mentoring Programme, and we were delighted to celebrate their hard work at two recent events. The Thrive Mentoring...
The hard work and impact of University volunteers was celebrated in May 2025 as alumni, students, staff and community supporters gathered for the annual Celebration of Volunteering Awards. More than 90 people attended...
Reading graduate Sophie Lupton has been celebrated as a rising star in telecommunications with a triple award win. She shares with CONNECTED her career journey and her passion for encouraging more women into STEM...
Our alumni community plays a vital part in the University of Reading’s rich tapestry of memories and experiences. To say thank you, we’re thrilled to share the bespoke benefits available to you as a Reading...
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...
Winner of the Alumni and Supporter Volunteer of the Year Award, Tomson Chauke, tells CONNECTED about his story – including moving from Zimbabwe to Reading and why helping his community means so much to him. In a...
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...
“Volunteering helps us to learn, thrive and to form stronger community bonds – by sharing time and expertise so that we can influence one another’s experiences for the better.” University...
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