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Celeste Lo (MA 2012), Vice-Chairperson for the Hong Kong Branch of the Alumni Association, exemplifies the spirit of volunteering. From organising events, to creating connections among the Bristol graduate community, Celeste is dedicated to strengthening alumni relationships, empowering students through scholarships, and keeping the Bristol spirit alive in Hong Kong. (more…)
Over the last few weeks, University of Bristol alumni from around the world have come together at 25 Global Gatherings held in 23 countries, spanning 6 continents. These events were hosted by alumni, for alumni, giving Bristol graduates the opportunity to meet old friends, forge new friendships and expand their professional networks.
Michael Benson, Director of the Centre for Study Abroad, shares how the University is helping students make the most of their international experience. (more…)
In April 2025, alumni and University staff members will take on the 2025 London Marathon to support the University’s Healthy Minds Programme.
The Healthy Minds Programme empowers students to take positive steps towards enhancing their mental and physical wellbeing through a diverse, socially engaging range of physical activities. So far, it has helped over 600 students improve their overall wellbeing.
Each runner has set a goal of raising at least £2,000 to support Healthy Minds, and you can show your support through their JustGiving pages, linked below.
Meet this year’s runners…
How does an English Bristol grad who studied French, Spanish and Political Science end up working in Public Health in Santa Fe, USA you might ask? Meet Anna Hargreaves, an incredible woman who has done just that and more, and who credits Bristol with giving her an amazing head start in life.
Geraldine Keefe (MEng 2000) is the new Chair of the University of Bristol Foundation, working to strengthen the University’s community of over 4,500 Bristol graduates in the US. She is the head of Investment Banking for the Midwest Region at Goldman Sachs. Passionate about education and music, Geraldine holds a number of board roles, including at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Old Town School of Music, and The Posse Foundation Chicago Advisory Board. Here, she shares the story of her start at Bristol and how it’s impacted her life today.
We were fortunate to speak with one of this year’s esteemed honorary graduates, Laura Trevelyan (BSc 1990, DLitt 2024). She graduated with a degree in Politics before becoming a BBC journalist serving as UN Correspondent, New York Correspondent then anchor of BBC World News America. After discovering her family’s historic links to the transatlantic slave trade, Laura made the documentary ‘Grenada: Confronting the Past’ to investigate the story and discover how to address this legacy. Laura and her family made a formal apology for their family’s role in slavery as part of a larger reparations plan, and she is now a committed philanthropist and campaigner for reparatory justice. She is the recipient of an Honorary Doctorate of Letters honoris causa in this summer’s graduation ceremonies. (more…)
Each year, the King’s Birthday Honours list recognises the outstanding achievements and dedicated services of individuals committed to our society. This year, we are delighted to announce that 18 remarkable Bristol alumni and staff have been recognised for their contributions to health, community, education, the arts, and more.
We take great pride in celebrating their accomplishments and the incredible impact they have made. (more…)
The Community Connections Thank You event was a lovely evening held last month in the Wills Memorial Building. We welcomed some of our valued volunteers, mentors, and students to reflect on the achievements of the past year and celebrate those who contribute so much to our Bristol volunteering community. Attendees included mentors and mentees from our Bristol Mentors and Bristol Voices programmes, Bristol Connects e-mentors, and active student event organisers.
The Cabot Institute Seedcorn Fund provides vital funds to support bold and ambitious interdisciplinary climate research projects. Supported by alumni and friends, the Seedcorn Fund demonstrates the remarkable impact philanthropic support has on cutting-edge research and shows how our Bristol community is helping to change the world one step at a time.
These three amazing climate research projects were made possible through Seedcorn funding. (more…)