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Gair Rhydd Interviews: Wendy Larner, Vice-Chancellor of Cardiff University

We grill her on recent course cuts, Kazakhstan, and her own salary. Vice-chancellor, when you took over two years ago, you said: “Leaders are much more effective when they work collaboratively. That’s certainly my style.” Is it still your style? Absolutely. I’m a great believer in participatory leadership. I think, unsurprisingly, that it’s a challenging time for universities, and leadership styles vary according to the … Continue reading Gair Rhydd Interviews: Wendy Larner, Vice-Chancellor of Cardiff University

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Gŵyl Gymreig: A New Celebration of Welsh Identity at Cardiff University

By Elen Morlais Cardiff University and its Students’ Union have joined forces this month to launch ‘Gŵyl Gymreig: Embrace your Welshness’, a ten-day celebration showcasing Welsh culture, language and identity across campus. The campaign aims to bring all students into the festivities, from fluent Welsh speakers to those simply curious about Welsh culture. Cardiff Students’ Union emphasised its pride in its national identity, stating: “As … Continue reading Gŵyl Gymreig: A New Celebration of Welsh Identity at Cardiff University

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YOLO EVACUATED after student DELIBERATELY sets off alarm

By Helen Turnbull A fire alarm was activated at approximately midnight last night, Wednesday 18th February, during YOLO at Cardiff Students’ Union. Staff were evacuated to Ruthin Gardens whilst students congregated outside the Centre for Student Life on Park Place. The Cardiff Students’ Union released a statement on its website confirming that after checks by staff, the event was able to reopen and students were … Continue reading YOLO EVACUATED after student DELIBERATELY sets off alarm

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Cardiff University Spent Almost £70,000 on Pest Control Last Year

By Ifan Meredith A freedom of information request by Gair Rhydd revealed that the university spent £67,826 on pest control between April 2024 and March 2025. It also revealed that the highest number of pest control matters occur in the Talybont residences area where some 3,000 students reside. Rats are a regular sighting for students in Cathays and beyond, with concerns often being raised by … Continue reading Cardiff University Spent Almost £70,000 on Pest Control Last Year

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Gair Rhydd’s Six Nations 2026 Preview

By Luke James The Six Nations is back! All nations bring forth their title charges, grasping eyes not only on victory but a potential Grand Slam. Not only is this one of Rugby’s greatest tournaments, but it also is an incredible platform to assess where each country looks to be ahead of the Nation’s Championship later this year. Will Scotland finally place higher than third? … Continue reading Gair Rhydd’s Six Nations 2026 Preview

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