Latest Alumni Updates
Connections: Laura Spencer
"I lived in Rootes in the first year and have always felt very rooted to Warwick."
Connections: Charles Mphande
Charles's Warwick experience was enriched with debates and a vibrant student life.
Connections: Bastiaan van Drempt
Bastiaan remembers a number of buildings going up when he was a student.
Economics Department Spotlight: Jaclyn Guan
Jaclyn explains why the Behavioural and Economics Science (Economics Track) worked for her
The Warwick Scholars programme
The Warwick Scholars Programme is an award-winning initiative that helps talented students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Quickfire Questions: Sebastian Graban
Sebastian brings the problem‑solving mindset and close‑knit community spirit he found at Warwick into his work as a Senior Data Scientist.
Researcher: Giorgio Vernoni
The skills Giorgio learned at Warwick as an international exchange student is still part of his daily toolkit.
PhD Student: Shihan Liu
Shihan has found that every setback can be a step forward, giving you a chance to refine where you want to go next.
Connections: Angela Carless
Campus news travelled differently when Angela was at Warwick and she helped set up a new student magazine.
Connections: Angela Ryde-Weller
Angela was one of the few women who enrolled on the Engineering Science course in 1969.
Connections: Paul Wood
"For those of us from provincial working-class backgrounds, Warwick provided a tremendous opportunity to study"
Economics Engineer: Kevin Tilley
Kevin Tilley is helping shape the UK’s clean‑energy future inspired by his love of physics.
Quickfire Questions: Sahhil Chawla
Sahhil transforms raw data into compelling stories that empower leaders to make confident, insight‑driven choices.
EMEA Chief Operating Officer: Rafia Aslam
In her roles at UBS, Rafia learned first-hand how businesses are managed, the challenges they face, and how major strategic decisions are made.
Quickfire Questions: Patrick Olajide
Patrick Olajide shares how Warwick inspired his path to meaningful local violence prevention work.
Group Programme Manager: Krishna Sachdeva
Krishna has realised it's not always about upward career progression, but an exciting destination.
Connections: Elizabeth Rogers
Elizabeth's book, Heroes and Traitors, is inspired by the aftermath of the English Civil War
Connections: Steve Hearsum
Steve's book debunks the myth of quick fixes in leadership and business education.
Connections: Andrew Shields
Andrew recalls the time American poet Allen Ginsberg gave a reading in the Warwick Arts Centre
Quickfire Questions: Timothy Herrmann
Timothy Herrmann uses the organisation, collaboration and economic expertise developed at Warwick to support evidence‑based policymaking in the Department for Business and Trade.
Connections: Alan Toft
Alan fondly remembers his organic chemistry lecturer, the fantastic music, and the level-crossing en route to lectures.
Engaging students in education across Africa
Thanks to your continued philanthropic support, Warwick is forging collaborations rooted in equality and shared purpose.
Researcher of Monetary Economics: Chiara Oldani
Working at a university in Rome and Viterbo, Chiara has supervised over 150 dissertations.
Quickfire Questions: Nayantara Kochhar
Nayantara helps to transform people's ideas into a profitable consumer brand.
Headteacher: Jassa Panesar
Jassa Panesar may be the head of the school, but he hasn't given up teaching Chemistry just yet.
Cathedral Guide: Aileen J P Christodoulou
Aileen believes that smashing the glass ceiling was the role some are destined to play.
"Life is not a spectator sport"
With the Winter Olympics in full swing, Secretary General of the World Curling Federation, Colin Grahamslaw reflects on his time at Warwick.
A life intertwined with Warwick
Sumedha Sharaff has built a life closely connected to Warwick: marrying her university soulmate, co-founding O&O Beauty, and becoming an Alumni Ambassador for India.
Lights, camera, activism
Cat White is an actor, filmmaker, author and UN gender advisor whose work is amplifying diverse voices.
"Not a dirty, mechanical profession anymore"
Linda Jackson is a global automotive leader with a career spanning nearly five decades.
Scholar stories: Amy Fong
With a Warwick Global Excellence Scholarship, Amy Fong (BSc Accounting and Finance, 2025) made the most of her Warwick experience.
Founding Principal : Kellie Mowll
When Kellie was offered the position at a new, fully-inclusive high school, she jumped at the chance.
Head of Credit Research: Henry Midgley
From banks or family offices, Henry looks after all client relationships relating to Moody's credit research across Oceania.
Founder & Director: Wenfei Teh
Founder of a mid-luxury fashion brand, Wenfei discusses how her degree helped her navigate the complexities of running a business.
Content Protection and Analytics: Daniel Correa Cruz
Daniel helps protect Warner Bros' films and TV series by making sure set photos and plot leaks don't end up online
Zeyu Zhao: Data & AI Consulting
Zeyu conducts business plans for digital transformation for Fortune Global 500 clients
Quickfire Questions: Constance Yang
Constance found the unique blend she was looking for at Warwick. A combination of biotechnology and business.
Quickfire Questions: Riola Tauro
Riola finds fulfilment in protecting people in her role in cyber security.
Memories: Andrew Smith
Andrew remembers the vibrant community at Warwick and how his degree taught him not to be afraid of questioning things
Celebrating our donor community
Whether Warwick launched your journey or remains part of it today, your support matters. To showcase its impact, we brought together Warwick alumnus and loyal donor, Dr Gerry Frizzelle, with Warwick Scholar Ambassador, Gabriela Jozefowicz, to reflect on how giving transforms futures.
Connections: Neha Rajesh
Like many of our alumni, Neha Rajesh has a Warwick love story - the kind that starts in a queue on her very first day on campus.
Connections: Nick Devas
When Nick came to study Economics in 1967, the farmer was still ploughing the fields around Rootes Hall.
Your Stories: Julie Huggins
Teaching graduate Julie and her fellow alumni friends met back on campus after 38 years!
Roslinda Abu Bakar: Country Director
When a edtech unicorn approached Roslinda to lead on a B2B marketing venture in Malaysia, it was a realisation of a dream.
One World Warwick: A party to remember
How a One World Warwick World party became the catalyst for an alumni story of enduring relationships and adventures.
Quickfire Questions: Iqbal Azis Romadhon
WMG graduate Iqbal wants to contribute to Indonesia's community using the skills he learned at Warwick
Kate Whapshott: Head of Marketing
Kate was tempted by clinical psychology, but the buzz of marketing was the perfect fit for her
Yury Lits: Head of Digital Applications and Data Platform
MBA graduate Yury is helping to shape a new generation of leaders at UNICEF
Steering smarter, greener fleet solutions at Ford
Jeffrey Scott shares insights on global automotive leadership, sustainable fleet solutions, strategic thinking, and driving industry innovation.
Making cancer care affordable
A businessman, innovator and philanthropist, Venkat Ramachandra is on a mission to make cancer care more accessible and affordable.
Logistics Director of Hermès China keeps fashion on the move
From Birkin bags to fine jewellery, home collections and much more, Fanny (Wenqin) Fang ensures Hermès products reach its customers.
Philip Lloyd: Principal
History and Politics graduate Philip supports private equity funds with strategic due diligences
A lasting legacy: Pamela Marlow
When alum Pamela chose to leave a gift in her will to Warwick, she may never have imagined how impactful her generosity would become.
Quickfire Questions: Leyla Buran
Law graduate Leyla found the importance of aligning her work and values in the workplace during her Masters
Your Stories: Roger Addison
Roger, his sister, and his son all met their respective partners at Warwick making it truly a special connection for their family.
Quickfire Questions: Constanza Alpini Villalba
After researching the University, Warwick seemed like a place Constanza could call home – and she still does.
Your stories: Sebastian Croft
From delivering an assignment on the classic Jaws to presenting to naval historians from around the world.
Your stories: Laurence Wright
Former Director of the Institute for the Study of English in Africa at Rhodes University in South Africa, Laurence has written two books.
Meet Loud Parade
Led by two Warwick alumni, Loud Parade is an artist-first music-creative agency that's leading a not-so-quiet revolution.
Daniel Flood: Lecturer in Cloud Computing
Warwick's 24-hour library came to the rescue when Daniel was studying his part-time Masters, a second course, and teaching full-time.
Quickfire stories: Joel Glover
Warwick already played a big part in Joel's life even before he came to study here.
Quickfire Questions: Rosalind Kirby
Primary school teacher and PGCE graduate Rosalind still loves visiting the Warwick campus
Maximiliane Brecht: Consultant
Maximiliane advises clients on AI solutions in the health insurance sector
Quickfire Questions: Tamara Bell
Editor-in-Chief Tamara spent a year studying in Venice as part of her degree
A lifelong mission to improve healthcare, globally
From embarking on the NHS fast-track scheme to becoming one of the most respected voices in global healthcare.
Sihan Yang: Business Owner
Economics graduate Sihan wanted to be a businesswoman from her first day at Warwick
Quickfire Questions: Sophie Frankpitt
From studying abroad in Amsterdam to finding a passion for research, Sophie always felt at home studying Linguistics
One of Warwick's first students: Hugh Morton
Hugh was one of the first Mathematics students that started at Warwick in 1964.
Lessons that last a lifetime
George Bakehouse shares the part Professor John Rex played in steering his life on a new path.
Kelly Qiang: Founder
From management trainee at Shell China to serving as a Senior Manager and eventually founding her own company.
Quickfire Questions: Genie Jones
An open day can lead you to rethink what you want to study and lead you to a new path. It did for Genie.
Your stories: Dr Afiniki Akanet and her new book
Dr Afiniki Akanet, practising General Practitioner (GP) and Assistant Professor, has released another self-help motivational book.
Daniella McNulty: Creative Director
Daniella is a Creative Director, Consultant, Professor, and Artist with current shows at Groupe Clarins and Rue de Rivoli.
Elise van Kluijve: Legal Assistant
Elise is a legal assistant at the Dutch Prosecution Service, where she assists the prosecutor in medical criminal cases.
Gabriele Arici: Chief Operating Officer
Gabriele is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Haivex Group.
Scholarship Stories: Joe Oakley
Driven by a passion for solving real-world problems, Joe spent nearly nine years at Warwick and has just graduated from his PhD researching scalable cost-efficient AI – all thanks to the Feuer International Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence, generously funded by Warwick alum Jonathan Feuer.
Quickfire Questions with Rebecca May Geddes
Rebecca has found a passion teaching English overseas. As a second language teacher of English, she currently works in a private language institution in China, teaching children aged 6-15.
Quickfire Questions with Nazym Kairatkyzy
Having realised she lives for all things media and culture, Nazym is forging a career for herself in social media marketing.
Donor Stories: Roger Clayton-Pearce
Roger began his studies in 1966 as part of the University’s second ever cohort. His Warwick experience, not only as a graduate, but also as a volunteer, has inspired him to support future generations of students.
Warwick runners raise vital funds to support local young people
A team of dedicated Warwick staff, students, alumni, and supporters have raised £1,724 for local learning centre IntoUniversity Coventry.
Meera Tamboli: Cyber Security Analyst
Meera loves the adrenaline of hunting threats, containing breaches, and protecting systems in her role at AVEVA
Quickfire Questions with Ashley Walls
Ashley’s passion for drama and performance flourished during their PGCE at Warwick, preparing them to inspire students and lead as a Drama Teacher and Personal Development Lead in Performing Arts.
Quickfire Questions with Bethan Blackburn
Bethan found both academic inspiration and lifelong connection during her time at Warwick, laying the foundation for her journey from law student to Partner and Head of Early Talent at Feldon Dunsmore Solicitors.
Scholarship Stories: Krish Chopra
Growing up, opportunities were limited for Krish. With tough financial conditions, he often shared a room with four other family members and moved homes frequently. But with hard work, resilience, and vital scholarship support, he’s now pursuing all possibilities open to him at Warwick Business School.
Arthur de Panafieu: Student in theatre
From business to the arts, WBS graduate Arthur is studying to become an actor and comedian in Paris.
Vandana Priya: Project Supply Chain Manager
Want to work in supply chain management? Vandana has 10 top tips to help.
Christine Wong: Content Manager
At BRANDTHINK Malaysia, Christine helps to bring her clients' visions into reality.
Scholarship Stories: Gabriela Jozefowicz
In Year 8, Gabriela set her sights on Warwick, a dream that seemed out of reach. But through the Warwick Scholars access programme, Gabriela was given a chance – coupled with her enthusiastic determination, she’s never looked back. Her confidence has grown with every step and it’s all thanks to supporters like you.
Lubna Al Ariqi: Director of Public Health Emergency Department
Lubna is the Director of Public Health Emergency Department at the Gulf Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (Gulf CDC).
Mahlia Theismann: Assistant Director
Mahlia is Assistant Director at Schauspielhaus Zurich (the biggest theatre institution in Switzerland), and freelance Artistic Director in Luxemburg.
Tomas Alexa: Lead Analyst
Tomas is the Lead Analyst Europe and Latin America at Ambrey Analytics - a maritime risk management company.
The Art of Inclusion
Whether you're passionate about the arts, or simply curious about their role in building a more inclusive future, our recent webinar is not to be missed! Hear from two Warwick academics working at the intersection of arts and education, and two of our brilliant alumni community whose professional journeys influence cultural policy and practice.
Quickfire Questions with Pranjali Tambi
Pranjali's time at Warwick gave her the confidence to take chances, step out of her comfort zone, and the mindset to view failure as part of the learning process.
Quickfire Questions with Olukayode Thomas
Olukayode's Doctoral degree at Warwick Business School equipped him with knowledge in strategic alliances and local capacity development in the Nigerian oil and gas sector.