James Hill (Psychology, 2011) started his educational career studying psychology as he was fascinated by people and their stories. Once he had graduated, after a year of travelling to expand his horizons, James used what he had learned during his time in University to pursue a career in television to release his creative potential. He…Continue Reading How passion can take you from serving tea to an executive producer
Striving for world peace – a story of a powerful young global reformer
Gwendolyn Myers (International Politics and Human Rights, 2019) has been in the pursuit of global peace for over a decade. Her non-profit organisation Messengers of Peace Liberia has enabled her to spread her message of unity globally. Gwendolyn has spoken in front of the UN, advocating young people in peace and the importance of international…Continue Reading Striving for world peace – a story of a powerful young global reformer
Celebration of Simon Emmerson’s 70th birthday year!
Simon Emmerson (Music, 1983) has had a varied and fascinating career in City. First joining our community as a PhD student in 1974, then going from a part-time to full-time lecturer over the course of two years. Simon’s most notable contribution to City and the thousands of students within its walls is founding and directing…Continue Reading Celebration of Simon Emmerson’s 70th birthday year!
Alumni recognised in 2020 New Year Honours list
Each year the New Year’s Honours list recognises the achievements and services of people across the UK, from all walks of life. Alongside many famous names, such as Olivia Newton-John and cricketer Ben Stokes OBE, City is delighted to share that seven of our alumni have been recognised for their commitment to various services, including…Continue Reading Alumni recognised in 2020 New Year Honours list
Difficult Women: A History of Feminism in 11 Fights
Helen Lewis (Newspaper Journalism, 2005) was a part of an exceptionally talented year of graduates from City’s Journalism Department. Helen went on to follow her passion for Journalism immediately after graduating and was successful in securing a trainee position with Daily Mail. Although it was difficult to go through a series of placements around the…Continue Reading Difficult Women: A History of Feminism in 11 Fights
Chasing your opportunities and passion are the only guarantees for success
Zoë Morris (Social Sciences – Psychology, 1998) carved out her career with precision and passion. During her time in City, Zoë maintained a focus on her future, balancing a job next to her studies to get the most out of her time. Understanding the importance of wellbeing, she made sure her schedule included enough activities…Continue Reading Chasing your opportunities and passion are the only guarantees for success
Breathing life into art and emotion with music and sound
City alumni Adele Cutting née Kellett (Music, 1995) started her student career in a music course with the dream of being in sound post-production. At the time City offered one of the most advanced music courses in the country allowing Adele an opportunity to work in a recording studio and do technical modules which interested…Continue Reading Breathing life into art and emotion with music and sound
Courage in the shadow of the Berlin Wall
City’s alumni Volker Heinz (Law, 1988) joined the University in the late 80s, leaving Germany to pursue a law qualification in the UK, unperturbed by the fact that to pass a Law degree you must have an excellent understanding of the English language, Volker rose to the challenge and excelled. Volker has recalled his time…Continue Reading Courage in the shadow of the Berlin Wall
Discover how a City Journalism alumna explores the Caribbean Irish and the making of the slave myth!
City’s Journalism alumna Miki Garcia (International Journalism, 1998) has pursued a successful and fascinating career in the sector, having utilised her time as a student at City to ensure that she takes away all she could from the course. Miki interned at Reuters and persistently carved out her spot in the industry. Having already written…Continue Reading Discover how a City Journalism alumna explores the Caribbean Irish and the making of the slave myth!
An exciting and fascinating journey from being a journalism student to becoming a novelist!
Helen Buckley (Journalism and Contemporary History, 2007) was a successful journalism student in City, thriving in the industry by scoring several placements with publications and even a paid internship with an MP. After graduation, Helen took the vast experience she accumulated as a student and channelled that into helping vulnerable and in-need people both in…Continue Reading An exciting and fascinating journey from being a journalism student to becoming a novelist!