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Celebrating Our Rich Cultural History

SAIL Alumni Magazine 2024

Welcome to SAIL Magazine!

In this issue, we celebrate the rich cultural history of Swansea University, our region, and Wales, embracing our motto: "Technical skill is bereft without culture." Discover how our alumni are bridging cultures through theatre and contributing to British culture via radio. Tune into our alumni podcast series, where four accomplished authors share their work, inspirations, and connection to Swansea.

Plus, stay updated with the latest news, events, and competitions from your university. Don't miss out on this vibrant exploration of our cultural legacy!

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A warm welcome to SAIL

Swansea University’s motto is: ‘Technical skill is bereft without culture’...

Paul Boyle, Vice Chancellor

Celebrating Taliesin Arts Centre’s 40th anniversary

Taliesin Arts Centre

From Swansea University to Absolute Radio

Andy Bush, radio DJ for Absolute Radio, tells us how Swans...>

Andy Bush

A Passionate Voice for Truth and Change

Ayo Mairo-Ese, graduate of Swansea University’s International Relations pr...>

Ayo Mairo-Ese

Showcasing Welsh Art

Elin Rhys, founder of Telesgop, talks us through what it's like to...>

Elin Rhys photo at graduation on Bay Campus

A Chat with Renowned Soprano Rebecca Evans

Rebecca Evans, a celebrated soprano, discusses her inspiring career path, un...>

Rebecca Evans

Bridging Cultures Through Theatre: A Chinese Perspective

Renxiao (Richard) Zhang talks to us about how h...>

Renxiao (Richard) Zhang

Behind the Scenes at the Leading YouTube Management Company

Liam Chivers is the founder and managing director of OP Talent, the first a..>

Liam Chivers

News > Swansea Expert Appointed ISA

Person giving a presentation

NEWS > Bionema Group Ltd

Bionema Group Ltd

NEWS > Exploring Global Problems

Exploring Global Problems

NEWS > Safeguarding global health

Chemistry equiptment

Swansea Uni Connect

The global community in the palm of your hand. Join today...>

A global network of graduates

Competition

Win a £100 voucher for Fulton Outfitters...>

Fulton Outfitters

Dylan Thomas Prize

Launched in 2006, the annual Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize is one of...>

Stack of books on shelf

Welsh Varsity 2024

The Welsh Varsity was back in Swansea this year for the much-anticipated an...>

Varsity Swansea event

Swansea Half Marathon

Making Strides for Mental Health! Swansea University were proud to sponsor...>

Swansea Half Marathon - Team Swansea

The Clintons visit Swansea

Back in Swansea for the first time since 2019, Secretary Clinton was joined...>

A panel discussion from Leadership for Future Generations conference

Swansea in London

Back in September we took some of our academic researchers up to London for...>

Swansea in London event

Preserving Cultural Heritage

Preserving Cultural Heritage

WELSH LGBTQ+ LITERATURE

Books on a bookshelf

Increasing Breastfeeding Rates

Woman breastfeeding her baby

Streetsnap

Dr Lella Nouri

The teachers that changed my life:

From Swansea to Bermuda to Egypt and back again...>

Sian James, Class of 1971

SAIL Alumni Podcasts

Swansea Alumnus, Dr Jon Doyle, chats with four of our...>

SAIL Alumni Podcasts