The British Council announced the winners of the Study UK Alumni Awards 2022-23 in Dubai, UAE. This prestigious international award celebrates UK higher education and the achievements of UK alumni all over the world. In 2022-23, the award received from around 1000 applicants from international UK alumni in more than 100 countries, representing more than 120 UK higher education institutions across the UK.

Congratulations to our winners:

Amanda Hamilton Rushforth

Culture and Creativity Award

Amanda Rushforth is leading sustainable fashion and lifestyle activist in the Middle East, offering educational talks across schools and corporates nationwide, to draw awareness to the impacts of our consumer choices and the effects these have on our environment. Amanda observes that Southampton University provided her with opportunities and connections that helped her establish a better understanding of a potential career path, industry insight, environmental goals and international impact. 

 

Mariam ElShatlawy

Social Action Award

Mariam ElShatlawy is the Investor Relations lead of a biotech spinout from Oxford University and CRUK. Her work focuses on assisting the Executive team and CEO at fundraising and strategic growth of the company, contributing to innovations in cancer treatment, clinical trials, and business strategies that have driven significant growth and international recognition. Mariam credits her UK education at Oxford and Leeds for setting a foundation for her success in global healthcare initiatives.

Muhammad Fareed

Science and Sustainability Award

Dr. Muhammad Amber Fareed, a senior faculty member at Ajman University’s College of Dentistry, is advancing restorative dentistry through research in dental biomaterials and nanotechnology. His education at the University of Birmingham and Queen Mary University of London honed his critical thinking and research skills. Passionate about mentorship, he guides future dental professionals, shaping sustainable oral healthcare in the UAE and beyond.

Linus Benjamin Bauer

Business and Innovation Award

Linus, Founder & Managing Director of Bauer Aviation Advisory (BAA), established the firm during the COVID-19 pandemic to help aviation companies optimize costs and boost revenue. BAA developed tailored health check packages to enhance efficiency and profitability. A City, University of London graduate, he values its global aviation network, which broadened his industry perspective. His mission is to create a sustainable and profitable future for aviation.