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Briefly describe your role: I’m a Graduate Trainee Solicitor at UoB, after having been a Paralegal for just under two years. What is the biggest mistake you have made since graduating and what have you learned from it? The biggest mistake I made since graduating was thinking too far ahead, and believing that I had … Continue reading “Four questions with… Mary Connolly”

 UoB Elevate EdTech AI start up Teachify has been named as Education & Training StartUp of the Year at the Midlands StartUp Awards 2024.   Teachify embarked on its journey to simplify lesson preparation for teachers through AI software in early 2023. Founder Ikum Kandola had a lightbulb moment while teaching in a local secondary school, … Continue reading “UoB Elevate start-up wins top prize”

About Me Job title: Deputy Director, Student Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Degree: MA in Marketing and Chartered Marketer. My professional journey has three chapters. I began as a professional marketer, working for 15 years on several global brands such as Land Rover and Barclays, then a scale-up in financial services business before moving into higher education, … Continue reading “Four questions with… Nicola Gittins”

Recently we caught up with Lisa Donnelly, Mentoring and Internships Officer for Careers Network. Lisa shares her career journey, what she has learned along the way and why perseverance is the best advice she has been given. About Me Job title: Mentoring and Internships Officer (Careers Network) Degree: Qualification / Diploma in Careers Guidance Industry … Continue reading “Four questions with… Lisa Donnelly”

James Clarke (BA Sport & Physical Education, 2008) opened a bespoke internship at LEGO to Birmingham Dubai students and recent graduates. Omar Tawfeeq (BSc Business Management, 2022) secured the position to enhance his skills.   Hear from both James and Omar about the benefits of an internship  James, why did you decide to host this internship? … Continue reading “Building experience at LEGO”

Recently we caught up with Jenna Woodman, Graduate and Student Services Coordinator for Careers Network at the University of Birmingham. Jenna shares her biggest mistake and what she learnt from it along with her support and guidance for graduates. Remember, as a recent graduate you have access to alumni mentoring, Careers Network support and can attend exclusive events. Briefly … Continue reading “Four questions with… Jenna Woodman”

We caught up with 2021 graduate Olivia Saunders (BA History, 2021) to find out what she has been up to since graduating, her biggest mistake, the best piece of advice she’s been given and her top tips to other graduates. Briefly describe your role:  I currently work as an Alumni Relations Officer at Aston University, … Continue reading “Four questions with… Olivia”

We caught up with 2016 graduate Jason Shiu (LLB Law, 2016) to find out what he has been up to since graduating, the importance of not having a singular goal and being able to adjust and the importance of being a ‘sponge’ after graduation. Briefly describe your role:  I currently work as a Compliance Officer … Continue reading “Four Questions with Jason Shiu”

Joining the working world for the first time brings up questions like how to receive and give feedback, how to say no and how to navigate difficult conversations with line managers. Birmingham Alumni Leadership Mentor Dame Cilla Snowball gave her time to speak with a group of recent graduates in London in May 2023, at … Continue reading “Navigating your First Graduate Role: handling the complexities of the working world”

We recently caught up with University of Birmingham Dubai Class of 2022 graduate, Tanvi Malhotra, to find out what she’s been up to since graduating. Briefly describe your role:  I am a Sustainability Intern at Lapita, Dubai Parks and Resorts (Marriott International). I work within the department of engineering where I support in sustaining responsible … Continue reading “Four questions with Tanvi Malhotra”