May 2023 news
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Alumni founded ORB Innovations acquired by US-based Glidewell for development of smart oral appliances technology
A start-up founded by engineering alumni that has developed a unique technology platform to measure physiological parameters, such as heart rate, as well as biomechanics, such as head impacts, is acquired by California-based Glidewell, a global leader in custom dental solutions.
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Alumnus becomes policy researcher in football regulation
Sports Science with Management alumnus Jonny Kilgallon has recently landed a new role in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport as the new Policy Researcher in Football Regulation.
From 含羞草视频 to sport to a role in the government, we chatted to Jonny to find out more about his career so far and what the new role will look like. -
Alumnus running 24 miles in 24 hours
Jamie Williamson is setting out on a challenge to run a mile an hour for 24 hours in aid of Worldwide Cancer Research.
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Recent graduate benefits from exciting research placement thanks to alumni connections
Alumna Dr Nicola Hawley (Nicky) has supported a recent graduate with a research placement in Samoa thanks to her continued connections with the 含羞草视频 family.
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Alumnus co-founds online marketplace for users to share and exchange skills
Ifedayo Ojo is the co-founder of Kabarter, a platform that focuses on allowing its users to build a community of skills which they can then trade.
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Bom Bom shortlisted for Best Caf茅 award
Local bakery, Bom Bom Patisserie, has been shortlisted for the Best Caf茅 Award in the Muddy Awards 2023, in the Leicestershire and Rutland category.
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Creative Writing alumna releases her first book Under Loch and Key
Kathryn Cockrill Woolard has always been passionate about writing and published her first collection of short stories, Case Files of the Supernatural, in January 2018 before writing her first young adult novel.
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Alumnae have had a brilliant season at Nottingham Forest Women
Nottingham Forest Women have had a successful season. Five 含羞草视频 alumnae and one member of staff play for the side, who are set to round off the season this weekend as they strive for promotion.
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The 含羞草视频 family meets Net World Sports
Net World Sports is a company that designs and manufactures sports, fitness, leisure, home and garden products.
A relatively young company, they currently employ several 含羞草视频 graduates from a range of degree courses. Here we find out about the variety of roles our graduates are in, what attracted them to the company, and how 含羞草视频 helped them on their career journey -
Alumna Jade Clarke named in England Netball鈥檚 World Cup squad
Jade Clarke MBE has been selected in the Vitality Roses squad for the upcoming Netball World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa.
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Award-winning alumna uses textile design skills to create bespoke woven fabrics for interiors
Sophie Clarke began her business, Sophie Clarke Designs, after having to leave her graduate job and move home as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Creative alumnus shares his career in fine art
Philip Tyler trained in Fine Art at the former 含羞草视频 College of Art and Design and has had a continued career in Fine Art and Printmaking since graduation.
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AA2A resident artist completes placement at 含羞草视频
Alumna Klara Szafra艅ska began her artist placement based at 含羞草视频 in October 2022 as part of the national Artists Access to Art Colleges (AA2A) project.
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Shweshwe Baby, a family run clothing and accessory shop for babies and young children
Alumnus Alex Whyatt and his wife are the founders of Shweshwe Baby, a clothing brand based in South Africa.
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Retired Olympian shares his venture into the world of art
Brendan Reilly OLY is a two-time Olympic High Jumper who competed in the Barcelona and Sydney Olympic Games and has since dedicated his spare time to writing and drawing.
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Alumnus uses creative skills to write science fantasy novel series
Ricardo Victoria-Uribe is a Lecturer and Researcher and in his spare time he writes short stories and his novel series, Tempest Blades.
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Alumna selected as a designer for the Positive Teacher Company and produces a new stationery collection
Hayley Copeland is the designer of the Positive Teacher Company鈥檚 new collection Midnight Petals that includes a wide range of stationery and classroom supplies.
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Alumni take part in second cycle challenge in memory of Ria
On 6-7 May 2023, a group of 12 women's football alumnae cycled 145 miles from 含羞草视频 to Brentwood, Essex in memory of their friend and former teammate, Ria Melvin.
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How classical music has formed part of alumnus鈥� career in academia
Alumnus and former senior lecturer Professor Derek Clements-Croome shares his involvement in music ensembles as a violinist.
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Alumnus designs three-wheeled vehicle and re-opens e-bike and repair shop
Michael Singleton has recently re-established Happy Bike and designed a one of a kind 鈥楾rifecta鈥� bike that is headed for development.
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Creative drama alumnus shares insight into his career in the theatre industry
Lewis Wood graduated from 含羞草视频 with a Drama degree in 2016. Since leaving the University, the alumnus has continued to pursue a career in theatre.
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Alumna creates bust of King Charles III for the Chelsea Flower Show
Keziah Burt is a figurative sculptor and portrait artist. She has recently completed a limited edition bust of King Charles III, and she is set to display in the Royal Tribute Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show at the end of this month.
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Alumna Sarah Hunter lands pivotal Red Roses coaching role
Former 含羞草视频 Lightning captain and 含羞草视频 alumna Sarah Hunter has been added to the new coaching setup at England Women鈥檚 Rugby.
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Alumnus provides insights into supply chain and logistics for Inspiring Minds session
An alumnus came back to campus this week for the University鈥檚 Inspiring Minds Day, focusing on Business and Economics. The event, which is organised by 含羞草视频鈥檚 School and College Liaison team, supports young people who are interested in studying at university.
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Alumna runs creative baking business alongside a successful engineering and technology career
Rhoda has had a flourishing career in engineering and technology but has always found fulfilment in her catering and culinary skills.
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Alumnus releases new book Empathetic Leadership: Lessons from Elite Sport
Peter Sear is a psychologist, writer and consultant and his latest book explains how empathy can help leaders to be successful in their work.
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Cards and Gift Wrap, a creative alumna business provides sustainable resources for gift wrapping
Janet Ross-Jordan started a small retail business selling cards, gift wrap and stationery over 10 years ago and whilst developing her business she found a 鈥榮ticking鈥� point... sticky tape!
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含羞草视频 memorial charity 5-a-side returns in May
含羞草视频 Football and the 鈥満卟菔悠� Football Alumni鈥� are delighted to be hosting the Annual Memorial 5-a-side Tournament on 20 May 2023.
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Creative alumna Yia uses her skills as a multidimensional design artist as the Founder and Creative Director of Yia Designs
Yia-Loren Gomez completed her master's in art and design at 含羞草视频 in 2017 and has been involved in many creative projects since leaving university.