Gary’s story
“Students are more industrious, drink less, and are much more focused on their careers. Campus is so much busier with so many more students than 40 years ago.”
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From hosting Malaysian food parties to speaking at United Nations Youth Forums, our current graduands and past graduates have told us their Sussex stories. Read some of our favourites and add your own story below.
Afreen’s story
“Sussex gave me a home away from home and when I leave after my graduation, I will leave a part of me here.”
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You don’t need to be the next Jane Austen or George Orwell to take part – a few words is enough.
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Georgina’s story
“Within minutes of arriving on campus, I was made to feel welcome. I found some of my best friends within the first few hours of the day.”
Aayushi’s story
“Meeting people from across the world, where we started as strangers and left as family. Sussex has truly been one of my most challenging yet happiest experiences.”
Yik Wei’s story
“My Sussex journey has been nothing short of amazing! The people I met during my one year in Brighton were delightful and hold a special place in my heart.”
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All graduation stories
See all our graduation stories.
Archive stories
Read about the people who became honorary graduates of the University of Sussex in previous years. They include Topher Campbell, Paul Gilroy, John Rocha and Yanis Varoufakis.