Last week, as we applauded our latest Alumni cohort through graduation, we shared a photograph of a ceremony from the 1990’s on our social media pages. We were thrilled to hear from so many of you reflecting on your special day marking the transition between education and heading into the workplace, and we loved them […]
Blizzard run inclusive comedy evenings to make sure that everyone can access comedy in a safe space. They were founded by Jonny Collins, who studied comedy writing and performance at Salford between 2013 and 2016. They graduated with a first-class degree and now, alongside the day job, play a very active role in the Mancunian […]
Laura Praill studied BSc Wildlife Conservation and Zoo Biology Salford and has gone on to travel the globe in pursuit of her passion for animal welfare. This year we are delighted to award Laura with an Alumni Rising Star Award for her service to animal activism and for setting up the Global Primate Roadkill Database, […]
Dr Andrew Roberts is the managing director of Bury-based technology company Avoira and an honorary graduate of the University of Salford. In 2011, he received a Highly Commended Certificate for his outstanding contribution to telecommunication from HRH The Duke of Edinburgh as part of the Prince Philip Medal awards. With more than half of UK […]
It’s a day when I feel proud to have stood shoulder to shoulder with some of the bravest, kindest and emotionally and socially intelligent people I have ever had the privilege to meet
Ben Andrews is a Salford University graduate and is now an author and disability rights advocate, who regularly appears in the media discussing the barriers in society for those who are blind or partially sited. Following on from Ben’s book, Nicky and Candy’s Street, we caught up with him to find out about his journey […]
Eva Bamber was a student at The University of Salford and studied ‘Human Geography’ and now works as a Team Co-ordinator at Oxfam in their impact division. We caught up with Eva and asked her what life looks like since leaving Salford. What made you choose the University of Salford? The atmosphere and campus absolutely […]
Gaining industry insight and experience is a key part of attaining a valuable degree and finding a graduate job. However, finding the right opportunities for students can be difficult. To counter this, here at the University of Salford, we offer a variety of ways in which students can access this essential professional development. One of […]
The Big Pitch competition final took place at MediaCity on 10th May. A panel of University of Salford alumni judged the competition, which saw student entrepreneurs present their business plans in the hopes of winning a cash prize of up to £3,000. With a total of £13,000 awarded on the day, the entrepreneurs presented a […]