Updates from Alumni and Supporters

Time is running out for UU recent graduates to apply for a funded internship

10 September 2021

The programme is specifically designed to support recent graduates from all disciplines resident in NI.

A trip down memory lane for 1998 UUJ graduate Ekram Ahmed from Bangladesh

8 September 2021

Mr Ekram Ahmed, shares a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recalling his time at Ulster University.

Fundraising transforming lives of first School of Medicine students

8 September 2021

Interview with 2019 Music graduate Aoife Mullan, Magee campus

8 September 2021

Find out more about freelance piano teacher and Ulster University alumna, Aoife Mullan.

Coleraine graduate and colleagues fundraise for Mind Your Mood in lockdown

12 August 2021

A huge well done and thank you to Barclays’ Procurement team in Belfast who have raised an incredible £5983.03 for Mind your Mood at Ulster University.

Huge well done to UU’s athletes on their Olympic journeys

12 August 2021

All ten of our Ulster University participants did us proud, showing an elite level of talent, dedication and commitment to their disciplines.

Our enhanced Belfast campus - a new chapter for community connectivity

12 August 2021

Listen to Professor Duncan Morrow, Director of Community Engagement at Ulster University give his perspective, 'A new chapter for community connectivity' for our enhanced Belfast campus.

Retaining and regaining talent in NI - help Pivotal understand the factors influencing 'brain drain'

12 August 2021

Northern Ireland (NI) has some of the highest proportion of 'brain drain' in the United Kingdom.

In discussion with: Kate Nicholl, the new Lord Mayor of Belfast and current Masters student with UU

12 August 2021

We all have our own unique stories - but our discussion with Kate Nicholl proved that some stories are more interesting than others.

The UU Graduate Internship Programme - matching businesses with new and emerging talent

6 July 2021

Oscar nominated Cartoon Saloon's CEO, Paul Young, discusses his time at Belfast School of Art

10 June 2021

Paul Young, Ulster University graduate (BA Combined Studies in Art and Design) and CEO of Cartoon Saloon, discusses his time at Ulster, what it was like being nominated for an Oscar and all things business.

Volunteers' Week - Thank you for supporting your University

10 June 2021

Volunteers’ Week took place on 1 - 7 June and the Development and Alumni Relations Office at Ulster University.

Andrew Johnston looks back on his time studying at Ulster University, Coleraine campus

9 June 2021

Andrew Johnston, graduated with BA Hons European Studies and Modern Languages.

Ulster’s Creative alumni are on a Winning Streak!

9 June 2021

Animation Ireland’s fourth awards ceremony to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding creative talent we have within the Irish Animation, VFX and gaming industries took place last month.

Aisling Swaine, world leading gender policy influencer and PhD grad, shares her memories of UU

9 June 2021

Ulster University PhD graduate Aisling Swaine has been named as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Gender Policy 2021 by Apolitical.

Future Skills Week – Show Up to Skill Up

24 May 2021

School of Sport online event highlights the power of the alumni network

14 May 2021

An online employability event hosted by the School of Sport on 24th March is a great example of the power of our alumni network.

Ulster University as a catalyst for change: playing our part in the future of Belfast

14 May 2021

With the new Belfast campus due to start welcoming students, we have partnered with Belfast City Council on a new project which aims to make the city a health & wellbeing hub.

Share your story of friendship with us

14 May 2021

We are seeking out stories of true friendships that have been made over the years within the UU community.

Sarah Gregg: Entrepreneur, Psychologist and Published Author

14 May 2021

Sarah Gregg, an alumna of Ulster University (Coleraine campus), graduated with a degree in Psychology in 2005.

Turner Prize nomination for UU graduates and students at Array Collective

14 May 2021

Array Collective is a group of Belfast-based artists, they joined together to create collaborative actions in response to the socio-political issues affecting Northern Ireland.

Ulster University Student Opportunity Fund Telephone Fundraising Campaign 2021

13 May 2021

The Development and Alumni Relations Office will be running their annual Telephone Campaign from 29th May to 12th June 2021.

Graduates #ChooseToChallenge as part of International Women's Day celebrations

12 March 2021

To mark #IWD2021 on Monday 8th March we caught up with a number of Ulster University female graduates

Creating a brighter future for all - an update on the campus developments at Ulster University

12 March 2021

The new Belfast campus for Ulster University represents one of the largest higher education developments in Europe and is the culmination of work in recent years that has also seen improvements to our Magee and Coleraine campuses.

Santander supports UU student and graduate start-up businesses to navigate the new normal

12 March 2021

The Santander UK Universities Student Online Self-Development Programme got off to a flying start in 2021 with 19 of Ulster University’s entrepreneurial students and alumni participating in the programme.

UV Arts provide vital placement support to animation student Daisey

11 March 2021

Learn more about the benefits of have a placement at UV Arts and the opportunity it offered Animation student Daisey Burke.

Donations from graduates and staff support Luke’s sporting success

5 March 2021

How ongoing support from our graduates and staff, helps students realise their ambitions

4 March 2021

Zara McLaughlin was able to realise her artistic ambitions thanks to being awarded The Brundle Award in her final year.

How your support helped Ulster student exceed his academic ambitions, including interviewing Sir David Attenborough

15 January 2021

Congratulations to PhD graduate Temilola Olanrewaju who has not only completed his PhD in Geography and Environmental studies, but along the way has achieved many significant achievements.

Join your global graduate network: UU Connects

15 January 2021

We have now launched our new online global graduate network, UU Connects!

Co-Founders entrepreneurship programme, delivered by Catalyst, opens applications to UU alumni

13 January 2021

Congratulations Class of 2020 and welcome to your global graduate network

11 December 2020

Celebrating the impact of your donations

9 November 2020

Congratulations to the winners of the 2020 Excellence Awards 

9 October 2020

At the end of August, Ulster University celebrated our 2020 Excellence Awards, now in their tenth year.

Funds raised by graduates, staff and students support new online student wellbeing platform

9 October 2020

Graduates, staff and students raise funds to help Mind Your Mood

Santander Universities – Long-term investor in Ulster students

9 October 2020

We are delighted to announce the renewal for a further 3 years of our partnership with Santander Universities UK, bringing the total funding pledged to the University since 2011 to £1.33m.

Ulster alumni lend support to University-wide campaigns

7 September 2020

We are delighted to have worked closely with our alumni over the past few months to strengthen relationships and create unique and meaningful ways to involve them in Ulster University campaigns.

Thanking our donors for transforming lives

7 September 2020

We are delighted to have worked closely with our alumni and supporters over the past year to strengthen relationships and create unique and meaningful ways to involve them in supporting Ulster University’s fundraising priorities.

Thank-you for sharing your views

4 September 2020

There's still time to complete our data capture survey and tell us how we can better support and communicate with you.

Ulster University’s Fine Arts graduates to re-open the MAC

1 September 2020

Following the cancellation of the School of Art's much-anticipated end of year show, we are delighted that our graduates will now have the opportunity to display their final portfolios at a new exhibition in the MAC in Belfast.

Corporate engagement case study: Allen & Overy

31 August 2020

Our strong collaboration with industry is reflected in our dynamic course portfolio, cutting edge research and world-class facilities. Here we explore the impact of the University's collaborative partnership with Allen & Overy.

Preparing for the new academic year at Ulster

5 August 2020

Do you know someone coming to Ulster this September? Or perhaps you’re returning for further study and wondering what the new year will look like.

Honorary Graduates Provide Support Messages for Class of 2020

1 August 2020

We were delighted when some of our best known honorary graduates recorded messages of support for the Class of 2020.

Ulster Supports New Graduates with UnLockU Programme

1 August 2020

Providing tomorrow's workforce with essential skills and networking advice.

The Impact of Scholarships on Class of 2020 Graduates

30 July 2020

Some of our new graduates who were awarded corporate and graduate-funded scholarships during their degree discuss the impact they have had on their studies and the opportunities they have created.

Help Support Student Placements in your Organisation

30 June 2020

Help give tomorrow’s leaders their first step-up on the career ladder.

Graduate Merchandise Sales Fund Learning Packs for Local Schools

28 June 2020

Ulster University supports local primary schools in Causeway Coast and Glens area through production learning resources.

Celebrations and Support for Class of 2020

25 June 2020

As the academic year draws to a close, we share how the University plans to celebrate and support the graduating Class of 2020, given restrictions on ceremonies and a challenging employment market that lies ahead.

Ulster University Raises Funds to Fuel Education at Home

18 June 2020

A look at how Ulster University's support for schools during COVID-19 pandemic has impacted pupils most in need.

An Update on our New Belfast Campus

15 June 2020

Creating a new vision for learning in the heart of Belfast.