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Montage of alumni voices on our blog. Featured are the Singing Dentist, aka Dr Milad Shadrooh, Dilani Selvanathan, Siti Kasim and Matt Kay.

Our graduates have gone on to do a variety of interesting and exciting things throughout their careers and beyond.

Our blog shines a spotlight on the voices of our alumni and friends and on the transformative effect gifts of time and donations from alumni have had on our students and the wider University.

Headshot of alumnus Vidura Fonseka Alumni profile - Vidura
10 May 2021

(Aerospace Engineering MEng, 2012)

I was part way into my third year and heading towards a failure when the University agreed to give me a year out so that I could prioritise my mental health. Mental health affects us all, therefore it’s something we all need to address openly in society. Acceptance is the first step in normalising admitting that we need help.

 

Krishan Patel Graduation photo Alumni profile - Krishan Patel
5 May 2021

(Medicine, MBBS, 2019)

Dr Krishan Patel qualified in Medicine in 2019 and is currently works as an F2 Doctor. Krishan shared with us his experience working as a Student Explainer during his time at Barts and The London and how that has helped his career now. 

 

Headshot of alumna, Charlotte Watson Alumni profile - Charlotte Watson
11 May 2021

(Politics BA, 2016)

I think it’s really important to acknowledge that it will have been exceedingly hard for most people to maintain good mental health for the duration of the last year, and that struggling is a normal response to a set of circumstances which can be massively challenging and have been, for some people, traumatic.

 

 

 

Headshot of alumna, Lara Conboy Alumni profile - Lara Conboy
12 May 2021

(French and German BA, 2019)

There is a huge demand for language graduates. Not only are they able to show off their linguistic abilities, but they have also developed unique interdisciplinary skills, ranging from communication and project management, through to creative thinking and a high level of writing.

 

Headshot of alumnus, Andrew Hyams Alumni profile - Andrew Hyams
20 April 2021

(History of Political Thought and Intellectual History MA, 2013)

I love helping charities and non-profits raise money, recruit new supporters or hone their messages. I get a real sense that by supporting them it can transform the impact for people who are less fortunate than me.

 

Headshot of alumnus, Daniel Robson Alumni profile - Daniel Robson
22 April 2021

(Film Studies BA, 2012)

My experience at Queen Mary gave me the first-hand experience that I draw upon every day in my job. I have lived so many of the experiences that our students are and can advise them from a genuine place. It gave me connections which have been a source of support ever since.

 

 

Headshot of alumna, Maisie Hall Alumni profile - Maisie Hall
13 May 2021

(English BA, 2018)

Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses and are often misunderstood and misrepresented in society and the media. I really wanted to be part of a charity that was dedicated to helping everyone regardless of their age, gender, ethnicity or background. 

 

Alumni profile - Yakama Manty Jones
11 May 2021

(Economics and Finance MSc, 2010)

As an entrepreneur Dr. Jones is the Chief Executive Officer of Peninsular Innovative Group, an indigenous company operating in the shipping and manufacturing industries in Sierra Leone. The company is also one of the leading manufacturers of consumables under the brand 'Crystal Clear’ where they currently produce products such as water, detergent powder, carbonated soft drinks and fruit juices.

 

 

Headshot of alumnus Nadiur Rahman Alumni profile - Nadiur Rahman
17 May 2021

(Mechanical Engineering with Industrial Experience MEng, 2018)

Climate change is an issue close to my heart and I believe we as humans are responsible for sustainable living to safeguard future generations. At Carnot Ltd, I believe we have found a new method of sustainably producing energy capable of meeting the growing demands of the human race.

 

Headshot of alumna, Harriet Reed Alumni profile - Harriet Reed
18 May 2021

(History BA, 2013)

I have always been passionate about history, museums and the past lives of objects. Working at the V&A has been a privilege, not only in terms of its collection, but to collaborate with colleagues equally as passionate about history and public engagement.

 

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