Alumni brochure 2014

Bangor University Alumni

www.bangor.ac.uk

Congratulations on your achievements during your time at Bangor University, including your hard-won degree...

We’ve loved having you in Bangor and look forward to seeing your achievements over the coming years.

Bangor University is proud to have over 8,000 International Alumni in 80 different countries, a number which is increasing rapidly every year. We know that you take pride in your connection to the University and that you are always a part of the Bangor family no matter where you are.

Many alumni wish to contribute to the University after leaving Bangor and there are a number of ways in which you can do this. You can help Bangor University by: ● Providing a profile of yourself to the Development & Alumni Relations Office ● Speaking to others about your experience at Bangor ● Encouraging prospective students to get in touch if they are interested in studying at Bangor ● Keeping in touch with the University to let us know of any change of contact details and your career progression ● Keeping in touch with other alumni in your area and setting up an alumni chapter ● Helping us to promote events and academic visits in your area ● Get involved in our social media networks, by liking our Facebook page and posting your photos ● Making us aware of local academic and non-academic organisations with whom the University could form links ● Putting the University in contact with influential individuals in your region ● Becoming an International Alumni Ambassador

Above all, be proud of your connection to Bangor and spread the word!

Discounts for Alumni

As a world-renowned University, our International Alumni are becoming more important and we rely on you to help us raise the profile of the University around the world.

As an Alumni you and your family will be entitled to a tuition fee discount for any degree programmes that you or your family study at Bangor in the future.

For more information see: http://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/future/scholarship.php.en

Congratulations on your achievements during your time at Bangor University, including your hard-won degree...

We’ve loved having you in Bangor and look forward to seeing your achievements over the coming years.

Bangor University is proud to have over 8,000 International Alumni in 80 different countries, a number which is increasing rapidly every year. We know that you take pride in your connection to the University and that you are always a part of the Bangor family no matter where you are.

Many alumni wish to contribute to the University after leaving Bangor and there are a number of ways in which you can do this. You can help Bangor University by: ● Providing a profile of yourself to the Development & Alumni Relations Office ● Speaking to others about your experience at Bangor ● Encouraging prospective students to get in touch if they are interested in studying at Bangor ● Keeping in touch with the University to let us know of any change of contact details and your career progression ● Keeping in touch with other alumni in your area and setting up an alumni chapter ● Helping us to promote events and academic visits in your area ● Get involved in our social media networks, by liking our Facebook page and posting your photos ● Making us aware of local academic and non-academic organisations with whom the University could form links ● Putting the University in contact with influential individuals in your region ● Becoming an International Alumni Ambassador

Above all, be proud of your connection to Bangor and spread the word!

Discounts for Alumni

As a world-renowned University, our International Alumni are becoming more important and we rely on you to help us raise the profile of the University around the world.

As an Alumni you and your family will be entitled to a tuition fee discount for any degree programmes that you or your family study at Bangor in the future.

For more information see: http://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/future/scholarship.php.en

The New Arts and Innovation Centre

Menai Science Park Development

Bangor’s new arts and innovation centre - Pontio - will open its doors in 2014.

Home to a mid-scale theatre, a studio theatre, a cinema, design and innovation centre, Students’ Union, spacious lecture theatres, social learning spaces, bar, café and more – this new building will reinvigorate the city centre.

Jamie Hogan

Pontio will be a world class Arts and Innovation Centre set in the heart of Bangor.

For further information visit the website: http://www.pontio.co.uk/

Bangor is leading on a major new project - the development of a Science Park on Anglesey.

The Menai Science Park will be centred around the academic fields of clean technology, clean energy and systems, which are aligned to the Anglesey Enterprise Zone, and which also provide collaborative opportunities for several University schools.

North West Wales, and particularly Anglesey, is well-placed to benefit from a combination of factors; the anticipated major investment in low-carbon energy projects and Enterprise Zone designation, and of course a nearby University and its partner organisations.

The New Arts and Innovation Centre

Menai Science Park Development

Bangor’s new arts and innovation centre - Pontio - will open its doors in 2014.

Home to a mid-scale theatre, a studio theatre, a cinema, design and innovation centre, Students’ Union, spacious lecture theatres, social learning spaces, bar, café and more – this new building will reinvigorate the city centre.

Jamie Hogan

Pontio will be a world class Arts and Innovation Centre set in the heart of Bangor.

For further information visit the website: http://www.pontio.co.uk/

Bangor is leading on a major new project - the development of a Science Park on Anglesey.

The Menai Science Park will be centred around the academic fields of clean technology, clean energy and systems, which are aligned to the Anglesey Enterprise Zone, and which also provide collaborative opportunities for several University schools.

North West Wales, and particularly Anglesey, is well-placed to benefit from a combination of factors; the anticipated major investment in low-carbon energy projects and Enterprise Zone designation, and of course a nearby University and its partner organisations.

New £30 Million Student Village An investment of over £30 million will be made to develop Bangor University’s St Mary’s residential site into a thriving student village by September 2015. The development will create a fantastic mix of shared facilities around a new ‘village square’ at the heart of the community.

It will also offer students the best in comfort and design with a cafe bar, shop, laundrette and sports and fitness facilities all on site.

Meet some of Bangor’s Notable Alumni Danny Boyle - Oscar Winner Danny graduated from Bangor in 1978 with a degree in English and Drama. He directed the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony and his most successful project to date has been ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ in 2008, which won 8 Oscars including Best Director.

Sir Robert Edwards - Nobel Prize Winner Sir Robert Edwards, CBE, FRS graduated from Bangor in 1951 with a degree in Biology. He was awarded the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the development of in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Frances Barber - Actress Frances graduated from Bangor in 1978 with a degree in Drama. She is a familiar face in theatre, television and film and has worked in a string of award-winning productions for the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Eric Hepburn - British Consul General for the British Embassy Eric graduated from Bangor in 1983 with a degree in Banking, Insurance and Finance. He is now the British Consul General for the British Embassy in Washington DC, USA.

New £30 Million Student Village An investment of over £30 million will be made to develop Bangor University’s St Mary’s residential site into a thriving student village by September 2015. The development will create a fantastic mix of shared facilities around a new ‘village square’ at the heart of the community.

It will also offer students the best in comfort and design with a cafe bar, shop, laundrette and sports and fitness facilities all on site.

Meet some of Bangor’s Notable Alumni Danny Boyle - Oscar Winner Danny graduated from Bangor in 1978 with a degree in English and Drama. He directed the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony and his most successful project to date has been ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ in 2008, which won 8 Oscars including Best Director.

Sir Robert Edwards - Nobel Prize Winner Sir Robert Edwards, CBE, FRS graduated from Bangor in 1951 with a degree in Biology. He was awarded the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the development of in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Frances Barber - Actress Frances graduated from Bangor in 1978 with a degree in Drama. She is a familiar face in theatre, television and film and has worked in a string of award-winning productions for the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Eric Hepburn - British Consul General for the British Embassy Eric graduated from Bangor in 1983 with a degree in Banking, Insurance and Finance. He is now the British Consul General for the British Embassy in Washington DC, USA.

International Alumni Ambassadors Bangor’s International Alumni Ambassadors serve as key contacts for promoting links with the University worldwide and helping to deliver the long-term strategic aims of Bangor University by being involved in student recruitment work, supporting the Development & Alumni Relations Office in engaging alumni in their region and assisting the University with visits to their country.

If you are interested in becoming involved, please contact the Development & Alumni Relations Office at: alumni@bangor.ac.uk

Here is an introduction to some of Bangor’s Alumni Ambassadors...

Ambassador for Nigeria...

Isaac Okonu is from Nigeria and first studied at Bangor University for a BA Hons in Banking & Finance, he graduated in 1982. He also obtained an MA in Banking & Finance and in 2011 he graduated with an MSc in International Banking & Development Finance. Isaac is now a lecturer at Rivers State Polytechnic in Nigeria.

Ambassador for Iraq...

Abdulqader Qader is from Iraq and studied at Bangor University for a PhD in Electronic Engineering, he graduated in 2013.

Abdulqader is now a lecturer in the Department of Physics at the University of Sulaimani in Iraq.

International Alumni Ambassadors Bangor’s International Alumni Ambassadors serve as key contacts for promoting links with the University worldwide and helping to deliver the long-term strategic aims of Bangor University by being involved in student recruitment work, supporting the Development & Alumni Relations Office in engaging alumni in their region and assisting the University with visits to their country.

If you are interested in becoming involved, please contact the Development & Alumni Relations Office at: alumni@bangor.ac.uk

Here is an introduction to some of Bangor’s Alumni Ambassadors...

Ambassador for Nigeria...

Isaac Okonu is from Nigeria and first studied at Bangor University for a BA Hons in Banking & Finance, he graduated in 1982. He also obtained an MA in Banking & Finance and in 2011 he graduated with an MSc in International Banking & Development Finance. Isaac is now a lecturer at Rivers State Polytechnic in Nigeria.

Ambassador for Iraq...

Abdulqader Qader is from Iraq and studied at Bangor University for a PhD in Electronic Engineering, he graduated in 2013.

Abdulqader is now a lecturer in the Department of Physics at the University of Sulaimani in Iraq.

Research News Below are some of Bangor University’s recent research news, full details as well as other Research news can be found on our website - www.bangor.ac.uk/news/

Bio-economy innovation recognised The BEACON Bio-refining Centre of Excellence, an innovative research centre dedicated to developing industrial products from plants to reduce reliance on fossil-based resources such as coal and gas, has won the prestigious European Commission’s RegioStarts Award 2014.

Bangor University (where the work is led by the BioComposites Centre) and Swansea University contribute to this collaboration led by Aberystwyth University’s Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERs).

Bangor Scientists contribute to efforts to reduce environmental destruction and poverty in Madagascar Bangor University is leading research investigating how poverty is closely tied to the state of the environment in countries such as Madagascar. The research project which aims to help understand the linkages between poverty and the destruction of tropical rainforest brings together scientists from Madagascar, the UK, the USA and the Netherlands.

‘Food Dudes’ research to deliver school-meals uptake A pioneering behaviour change programme developed at Bangor University is to become part of a major UK Government’s Department for Education initiative to improve school meal uptake in junior schools and improve healthy outcomes for children.

The evidence based ‘Food Dudes’ behaviour change programme has been highly successful in improving children’s diets in the UK, Ireland, Italy and the USA. The Food Dudes’ winning formula will now support the Government’s School Food Plan and help to ensure its success as part of the consortium with Children’s Food Trust.

Research News Below are some of Bangor University’s recent research news, full details as well as other Research news can be found on our website - www.bangor.ac.uk/news/

Bio-economy innovation recognised The BEACON Bio-refining Centre of Excellence, an innovative research centre dedicated to developing industrial products from plants to reduce reliance on fossil-based resources such as coal and gas, has won the prestigious European Commission’s RegioStarts Award 2014.

Bangor University (where the work is led by the BioComposites Centre) and Swansea University contribute to this collaboration led by Aberystwyth University’s Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERs).

Bangor Scientists contribute to efforts to reduce environmental destruction and poverty in Madagascar Bangor University is leading research investigating how poverty is closely tied to the state of the environment in countries such as Madagascar. The research project which aims to help understand the linkages between poverty and the destruction of tropical rainforest brings together scientists from Madagascar, the UK, the USA and the Netherlands.

‘Food Dudes’ research to deliver school-meals uptake A pioneering behaviour change programme developed at Bangor University is to become part of a major UK Government’s Department for Education initiative to improve school meal uptake in junior schools and improve healthy outcomes for children.

The evidence based ‘Food Dudes’ behaviour change programme has been highly successful in improving children’s diets in the UK, Ireland, Italy and the USA. The Food Dudes’ winning formula will now support the Government’s School Food Plan and help to ensure its success as part of the consortium with Children’s Food Trust.

The Bangor Fund

Here are some more examples: • “Social Eyes”, a programme to support our students on the autism spectrum

The Development & Alumni Relations Office run twice yearly, student-led telethons which allow every alumnus the opportunity to give back to their University.

Thanks to the generous donations made by the alumni of Bangor University, the Bangor Fund received over £91,000 in 2013 which was distributed to 17 projects and initiatives across the University.

• The establishment of a collection of world music instruments that can be demonstrated and played by students and will assist with the teaching of ethnomusicology and world music at Bangor

Here are some examples of some of the transformational awards granted this year

• Improvements to Treborth Playing Grounds and Pavilion • The production of a bilingual catalogue to support an exhibition on Chaucer, promoting the importance of Welsh Chaucerian manuscripts

Bangor University’s Herbarium The digitisation of Bangor University’s herbarium, a reference library of plants, built up over many years and by a number of collectors. Bangor’s collection contains plants from all over the world, amongst which can be found specimens dating back to the 1700s. The digitisation project will create a database of the entire collection, offering high resolution images and any acquisition data available and make it available online.

• “Well Being Club” – an exercise programme provided by the Counselling Service and Maes Glas for students with anxiety or depression

“Find My Past” An online subscription resource giving access to family history records For further information on the Bangor Fund, please contact Emma Marshall on: e.marshall@bangor.ac.uk

The Bangor Fund

Here are some more examples: • “Social Eyes”, a programme to support our students on the autism spectrum

The Development & Alumni Relations Office run twice yearly, student-led telethons which allow every alumnus the opportunity to give back to their University.

Thanks to the generous donations made by the alumni of Bangor University, the Bangor Fund received over £91,000 in 2013 which was distributed to 17 projects and initiatives across the University.

• The establishment of a collection of world music instruments that can be demonstrated and played by students and will assist with the teaching of ethnomusicology and world music at Bangor

Here are some examples of some of the transformational awards granted this year

• Improvements to Treborth Playing Grounds and Pavilion • The production of a bilingual catalogue to support an exhibition on Chaucer, promoting the importance of Welsh Chaucerian manuscripts

Bangor University’s Herbarium The digitisation of Bangor University’s herbarium, a reference library of plants, built up over many years and by a number of collectors. Bangor’s collection contains plants from all over the world, amongst which can be found specimens dating back to the 1700s. The digitisation project will create a database of the entire collection, offering high resolution images and any acquisition data available and make it available online.

• “Well Being Club” – an exercise programme provided by the Counselling Service and Maes Glas for students with anxiety or depression

“Find My Past” An online subscription resource giving access to family history records For further information on the Bangor Fund, please contact Emma Marshall on: e.marshall@bangor.ac.uk

Keep in Touch

Keep us Updated

Development & Alumni Relations Office Bangor University Bangor Gwynedd UK LL57 2DG

International Education Centre Bangor University Bangor Gwynedd UK LL57 2DG

T: +44 (0) 1248 38 8332 E: alumni@bangor.ac.uk W: www.bangor.ac.uk/alumni /BangorUniversity

T: +44 (0) 1248 382028 E: international@bangor.ac.uk W: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/ /BangorUniversity

Update your personal details below, tear off the page and post back to the Development & Alumni Relations Office (address on the previous page).

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You can also update your details online at: www.bangor.ac.uk/alumni/update

Keep in Touch

Keep us Updated

Development & Alumni Relations Office Bangor University Bangor Gwynedd UK LL57 2DG

International Education Centre Bangor University Bangor Gwynedd UK LL57 2DG

T: +44 (0) 1248 38 8332 E: alumni@bangor.ac.uk W: www.bangor.ac.uk/alumni /BangorUniversity

T: +44 (0) 1248 382028 E: international@bangor.ac.uk W: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/ /BangorUniversity

Update your personal details below, tear off the page and post back to the Development & Alumni Relations Office (address on the previous page).

First Name:

Surname:

Maiden name (if applicable):

Home Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

Address Line 3:

Address Line 4:

Postcode and Country:

Year of Graduation:

Degree:

Date of Birth:

Employer’s Name:

Industry:

Job Title:

Work Address:

Telephone Number:

Email Address:

Social Media Contact - LinkedIn,Twitter, Facebook:

You can also update your details online at: www.bangor.ac.uk/alumni/update

Bangor University Alumni

www.bangor.ac.uk