May | 2016 | University of Brighton Alumni Association

University of Brighton Alumni Association

Hugs and high dining

Five years ago, Jack Layer was graduating from his Critical Fine Art Practice course at the University of Brighton. This spring, he kept over five million culinary fans on tenterhooks as he cooked his way to the MasterChef UK finals. From the first round, Jack had the judges impressed with his maverick and mouthwatering dishes,…

Life as a student telephone fundraiser

Each year, the university runs telephone fundraising campaigns. These form a vital part of our philanthropic efforts to enhance our students’ experience. The Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Department recruits and trains current students to work on these campaigns: this helps them support themselves through their studies, provides them with an insight into how awards and…

Steven’s design honours The Bard

In commemoration of William Shakespeare’s birthday, the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) unveiled an artwork made by Steven Follen 3D Design, Wood, Metal, Ceramics and Plastics BA(Hons) 1992. Steven was commissioned by the RSC to create its largest site-specific artwork to date. The piece, called For all time, formed part of the 400th anniversary celebrations of…

US correspondent

John Hiscock (Communications and Digital Media BA(Hons) 2006) is the LA-based producer for ITV’s breakfast shows, Good Morning Britain and Lorraine. John has worked in breakfast television ever since he graduated. John shares some of his career insights and explains why there is no such thing as a typical working day … “My involvement with…

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