University of Liverpool Alumni

"I want to say a massive thank you for being selfless for people like me. It makes a real difference because we don’t all have the same opportunities. When you donate, you light one candle that can light many more"

Third-year Law student Nish is one of many students whose university journey has been shaped by donor support at Liverpool.

As graduation approaches, Nish reflects on how support from alumni and friends has eased financial pressures and opened up opportunities throughout his studies.

A huge thank you to our incredible community of donors who make stories like Nish’s possible 💙

Read Nish's story ➡️ https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/giving/news/stories/title,1555298,en.php

Do you have any words of support for graduating students?

Happy first day of summer, grads ☀️

Thanks to a generous donation, researchers at the University of Liverpool will be able to explore new approaches for how we detect, understand and treat Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

This will include investigating parts of our DNA that have been previously overlooked.

Ahead of on Sunday, we're sharing an update on what this novel research will aim to achieve ➡️ https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/giving/news/stories/title,1560205,en.php

Graduates, your University is now ranked 139th in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027 — we’re officially in the top 140! 🏆

In the past four years the University has risen 50 places in the world rankings.

Thank you to our amazing community, including our alumni and supporters. This ranking is a reminder of the global impact you continue to make every day.

If you're proud to be part of the Liverpool community, please consider resharing this post or the news via your own profile. You might even like to tell us where your degree has taken you since graduation. 🎓

Read more here ➡️ https://alumni.liv.ac.uk/news/stories/title,1560708,en.html

Are you considering postgraduate study? 🎓

Did you know as a graduate you can unlock exclusive benefits including scholarships and a simplified application process?

Find out more at our webinar this Thursday 18 June, 12-1pm.

Book your place now ➡️ https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/postgraduate-taught/progress-to-postgraduate/

Congratulations to our alumni and staff recognised in King's Birthday Honours 2026 🎉

Those honoured have made significant contributions from a range of fields, including gaming, healthcare, public service, science and digital inclusion.

Alumni awarded include Dr Deborah Faint, Lorna Gibb, Elizabeth Prince, Margaret Swinson, Professor Paul Taylor, Dr Roger Walton, and Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University Dr David Wright.

Staff also named include Professor Lakshminarayan Ranganath,
Professor Tara Shears and Professor Simeon Yates.

View the full list ➡️ https://alumni.liv.ac.uk/news/stories/title,1560524,en.html

“Your support has been life-changing. The bursary helps me feel like other students around me and fully take advantage of the opportunities Liverpool offers.”

Before receiving the Liverpool Bursary, Izzy wondered whether university would ever be within her reach. Now, three years on, she reflects on how this support not only made higher education possible but also opened doors she had never imagined, including the opportunity to study abroad in Canada.

Read Izzy's story ➡️ www.liverpool.ac.uk/giving/news/stories/title,1559601,en.php

A big thank you to our supporter community, who play an important role in making these opportunities possible! 💙

"My favourite spot on campus was the Sydney Jones Library Café." ☕ 📚

From time spent studying in the Sydney Jones Library to sunny afternoons in the Quad, graduate Caroline Wong reflects on her memories and friendships made at university. For many alumni, that connection to Liverpool never really leaves - no matter where they are in the world.

She explains: “The university experience did not just stop at graduation. It continued as we have an active alumni community in Hong Kong where we meet for social events.”

Now, through supporting students through the Student Fund, alumni like Caroline are helping future generations create memories and friendships of their own 🎓

Read more about Caroline’s story as she reflects on her time at university and how her time here inspired her to give back, helping future students create memories and opportunities of their own ➡️ https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/giving/news/stories/title,1555957,en.php

💬 What was your favourite place on campus?

Thanks to alumnus Alexander Cavadias, Co-Founder and CEO of TheCart, who recently returned to the University of Liverpool Management School to share his journey from student to startup founder with our current students.

Alex, who studied Business Management with a Year in Industry, delivered a guest lecture as part of the Marketing Strategy module, along with a workshop at the Sir Peter Rigby Centre for Enterprise.

He shared insights into his entrepreneurial venture, TheCart, a personalised shopping app designed to transform how users discover and purchase products online. The platform enables users to save items from across the internet into one central space, while its AI-driven technology curates personalised recommendations, offers tailored discounts, and champions UK independent and SME brands.

Read more ➡️ https://alumni.liv.ac.uk/news/stories/title,1557173,en.html

Thanks to the generous support from University of Liverpool alumnus and senior international business leader, Dr Huw Jenkins, a new Chair will be established supporting the leadership of the University’s new Centre for Clean Energy and Environmental Technologies (CEET).

Dr Jenkins' support enables the appointment of the inaugural Jenkins Professorial Chair, who will also serve as the founding Director of CEET and maintain an active and internationally recognised research portfolio. The Chair will be based in a department aligned with their academic expertise.

Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tim Jones said: “We are extremely grateful to Dr Huw Jenkins for his generous support. This significant investment will help us to attract outstanding academic leadership to the new centre and put us in a strong position to deliver real-world impact through our research and innovation."

Read more ➡️ https://news.liverpool.ac.uk/2026/05/21/alumnus-support-for-new-professorial-chair-and-leadership-of-clean-energy-centre/