Alumni Profiles

Pippa Joyner (French, 1996) has become a published author with stories inspired by her time in Bangor.
 

Graeme Patterson (Botany with Marine Botany, 1978) shares his memories of student life in the 1970s.

Gaz Thomas (MEng Electronic Engineering, 2004) took advantage of Bangor University's support to set up his business during his postgraduate studies.

Gillian Taylor (nee Kendall) (Pure Maths, 1970) and John Taylor (Pure Maths MSc, 1970 and PhD Cymraeg, 2012)’s son Tim share their story which started in Bangor. 

Sara Rawoot (Psychology with Neuropsychology, 2019) is closer to fulfilling her dreams after completing her degree at Bangor University.

Ingrid Abrahams (Biblical Studies, 1985), Nina Dhanoa (Biochemistry, 1985) and Helen Charles (History, 1984) tell us about their return to Bangor!

Isle of Man alumna Liz Boakes, (Biochemistry, 1994 & PGCE) tells us of her writing success during lockdown.

Tom Kidger (Agroforestry with Business Management, 2003) set up the UK's leading online retailer of real Christmas trees.

Jonathan Doherty (Education with PE, 1982) shares his recent reunion with us.

Jason Owen (Physical Education and Outdoor Education, 1997) gives 100% effort for his country!

Graham Newman (Mathematics, 1976) shares his memories of his time at University.

David Walker graduated from Bangor in 1960 with a BSc (Hons) in Zoology. Here he shares some of his memories of his time as a student.

For more than 35 years alumnus Geoff Tompkinson has travelled the world as a photographer and time-lapse video producer.

You’ll find Bangor graduates working at every major company across the globe. Facebook, the world’s largest social media company, is home to Susie Thompson, a 2004 Psychology graduate who has found her dream job in California.

In July 2018, Gwilym Rees-Jones (Maths, 1963) was presented with Bangor University's Alumnus of the Year award. The Alumnus of the Year award highlights the achievements of our alumni, acknowledging those who have excelled in their chosen career and remain engaged with their University

Prof. Andrew Edwards, Dean of the College Arts, Humanities and Business, presented Michelle Han (MBA, 2004) with the China Alumnus of the Year 2018 award at during an alumni reunion in Shanghai.

Ray Footman is Bangor University's Alumnus of the Year 2017. The Alumnus of the Year award recognises the achievements, both professional and personal, of our graduates, especially highlighting those who have chosen to remain engaged with their alma mater and give back, either through service, philanthropy, or both to the University.

Mohamed Al-Mahroos (Banking and Finance, 2012) was named Bangor University / BIBF Alumnus of the Year in September 2018.

Mohamed came to Bangor University to complete his BA Hons in Business Studies and Finance in the 2010-2011 academic year and earned an upper second class degree.