Tito Olaniyan

Medical Student, University of York
Nikol Chen

Design and Development Manager, Laidlaw Foundation

Hello! I am a multidisciplinary designer and have been with the Laidlaw Foundation for over five years, working to strengthen our global Scholar community and amplify the impact of our programmes. My work lives somewhere between design, education, and anthropology, usually with sticky notes involved. I studied Human Sciences as an undergrad and am currently doing a Master’s in Anthropology at UCL. Degrees I struggle to explain at parties. Born and raised in Kazakhstan 🇰🇿 Outside of work? Probably in the ceramics studio, wandering aimlessly with a podcast in my ears, attempting a handstand, or watching far too much TV. Big fan of nature and very small bugs.
Cath Brislane

2020-2021 Scholar, University of York (Alum)

I am an alumni of the University of York where I received a BA (Hons) degree in English Literature and Linguistics. I was the Arts and Humanities Subject Lead on the Laidlaw Scholar's Network and the 2020-22 Arts and Humanities Undergraduate rep at the University of York.  After graduating from York I went to the University of Oxford to read for an MPhil in Linguistics, Philology, and Phonetics. After 2 years of study at Oxford I work full time in a school and also work on the HEnabled podcast, which aims to showcase the experiences of people with disabilities and long-term health conditions within the British Higher Education system. If you study or have studied at a British University and have a disability or long term-health condition, then I would love to have you on as a guest! Email henabled@gmail.com to get in touch. 
Munashe Rumhuma

Student , University of York

I'm an undergraduate student at the University of York studying Biomedical Sciences. I am originally from Zimbabwe. I have a wide range of interest including Art, Literature and Psychology but Health science is my absolute favourite.
Vigneshwar Raj Veerappan

Student, Hull York Medical School

Hello everyone! I am an international Medical student, currently studying at Hull York Medical School. My interests are in Global Surgery, Global Health and Neurosciences. I am passionate about advocating for the delivery of quality healthcare to everyone around the world. I am currently the Chair of Lifebox Global Surgery Ambassadors, and committee member of Incision UK. I am also a junior member of the Global Neurosurgery Committee.
Zsófia Benedek

student, University of York

I'm an outgoing, open, creative and always curious person who wants to understand more about our world and see as much of it as possible while doing whatever I can to make this a better place for everyone.
Matthew Fackrell

Laidlaw Undergraduate Research Scholar, Durham University

Anthropology and Sociology Undergraduate; from Bristol, UK. I am completing a research project on narrative transmission and reproduction, looking at how oral accounts of geological events are passed down accurately over generations. By understanding how narratives are constructed I am keen to explore interdisciplinary approaches, particularly between Anthropology, Linguistics, Computer-Human Interaction, and Cognition. Other interests include literature, art and photography, architecture, astronomy, and outdoor pursuits.
Ezri Mannion

Student, University of York

Theo Mitchell

Student, University of York

I am interested in politics and international relations, especially left-wing political theory, Middle Eastern/North African politics, general conflict studies, African politics, and to a lesser extent research into theological and ethnic politics, though primarily political issues regarding Iraq, Syria, and Kurdistan. I am doing my Laidlaw research project on the question: "What was the logic Behind the Yezidi Genocide?" Please message me if you're interested in any of those things.
Miriam Harmens

Student, University of York

Hello, I am Miriam. I am an undergraduate Laidlaw Scholar studying at the University of York. I am interested in developmental psychology and especially Autism Spectrum Disorders. Most of my work experience is based around children with developmental disorders, but also adults with acquired brain injuries. I hope to be able to progress in my studies to complete a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and my Laidlaw research project is in this field.
Bethan King

Student , University of York