Alumni Profiles
Areas of expertise: Climate change related migration from the Dry Corridor in Latin America
Hobbies and areas of interest outside of work and study: Hiking, camping, and languages
What did you enjoy about being at Reuben and/or the University of Oxford?: The people. Reuben, and Oxford in general, is such a special place to be because of the people. Speaking to my flatmates and Reuben friends about what they're passionate about, playing on an Oxford Uni sports team and having fun while studying what you love is a privilege that you have while you're here.
What advice would you give to students wishing to attend Reuben/Oxford?: Join at least one society, and say yes to events you're invited to, especially when they're not related to your degree. These will open your eyes to a fascinating world that may expand your thinking and allow you to have a lot more fun than if you only focus on your degree.
Contactable via: LinkedIn
Current role and organisation name: Learning Geometric Deep Learning to apply for PhD's in this field, and working on my own start-up.
Areas of expertise: Quantum Field Theory, String Theory and General Relativity
Hobbies and areas of interest outside of work and study: The gym and boxing
What did you enjoy about being at Reuben and/or the University of Oxford?: The people, especially my flat. Couldn't of asked for a better group of people to be with for the year. Not only did we have our fair share of laughs but I also learned so much from them.
How has your degree and experience at Reuben/Oxford impacted upon your career or life?: Once again, the people. You see how hard everyone else works and you realise you can always do more and be better. My year at Oxford didn't shift me to the next gear, it shifted me up three.
What advice would you give to students wishing to attend Reuben/Oxford?: Make the most of the college lunches. Gosh they're good!
Current role and organisation name: Lawyer at Nishimura & Asahi UK Limited
Areas of expertise: Financial business, such as asset management and global M&A transactions. I am also passionate about promoting impact investing to address environmental and social challenges.
Contactable via: LinkedIn
Hobbies and areas of interest outside of work and study: Travelling, photography, and legal-tech (powered by AI).
What did you enjoy about being at Reuben and/or the University of Oxford?: Oxford is renowned for its long and rich history, but what I find especially compelling is the idea that we, too, can be part of shaping that history. For example, Reuben is a very young college, founded only a few years ago. We have the opportunity to build its history from the ground up.
How has your degree and experience at Reuben/Oxford impacted upon your career or life?: As a lawyer specialising in finance, gaining knowledge in and in finance itself has been extremely valuable for the quality and depth of the legal services that I can provide.
What advice would you give to students wishing to attend Reuben/Oxford?: Student life at Oxford has been one of the most enriching experiences of my life. What truly makes Oxford a special place is the opportunity to connect with so many inspiring and talented students from around the world. If you're considering it, don’t hesitate—I wholeheartedly encourage you to study at Oxford.
Current role and organisation name: Epidemiologist Research Associate, Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI)
Areas of expertise: Epidemiology, Digital Health, Health Data Science, and Infectious Disease Research
Contactable via: LinkedIn
Hobbies and areas of interest outside of work and study: Dance, reading crime novels, and trave
What did you enjoy about being at Reuben and/or the University of Oxford?: I enjoyed my time at Reuben College because of its commitment to integrating modern ideas and innovation into college life. The unique events, such as "Dining with Dinosaurs" and themed "College Suppers," offered experiences unlike those at other colleges. I also loved relaxing in my favourite space—the snug—and appreciated how accessible and supportive the college staff were whenever extra assistance was needed.
How has your degree and experience at Reuben/Oxford impacted upon your career or life?: My time at Reuben College and the University of Oxford has profoundly impacted my personal and professional growth. The experience equipped me with both hard and soft skills that I am actively applying in my current role. On the technical side, I honed my analytical and research abilities, developed a stronger capacity for critical thinking, and learned to approach complex problems with a multidisciplinary perspective. These skills have been invaluable in my work, enabling me to contribute effectively to disease control programs and navigate challenges confidently.
What advice would you give to students wishing to attend Reuben/Oxford?: My advice to future Reubenites would be "fully immerse yourself in the Oxford experience, keep an open mind, try new things, learn every day, and have fun!"
Current role and organisation name: Postgraduate Researcher at the UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training in Safe AI Systems, University of York.
Areas of expertise: The potential of safe AI technologies to support accurate diagnosis and management of mental health risks in older adults; the intersection of digital technologies, behaviour change, and well-being.
Contactable via: LinkedIn
Hobbies and areas of interest outside of work and study: Art, classical music (Western and Indian), editorial (including The Reuby), and traveling to a variety of geographical landscapes and uncovering local art and culture.
What did you enjoy about being at Reuben and/or the University of Oxford?: Reuben was my top choice from day one, and I’ve never looked back! As an international student, joining a young, tight-knit community where staff and alumni were growing together as part of a new college was memorable. The accommodation at Farndon Court was a bonus: modern, comfortable, and affordable. In times of need, the Reuben welfare team was always there with unwavering and prompt support. And above all, my year at Reuben gave me lasting connections and friendships that I will continue to cherish and nurture.
How has your degree and experience at Reuben/Oxford impacted upon your career/life?: Reuben offered the well-rounded experience I needed to transition from industry to academia, with a strong focus on addressing 21st-century challenges. In the field of digital health, I was deeply inspired by the mentorship of Professor Lord Tarassenko and several Reuben fellows.
A standout memory for me was the "Dining With Dinosaurs": a fantastic cross-disciplinary weekly event that played a key role in shaping my decision to pursue a multidisciplinary subject for my PhD. Events centred around AI further exposed me to the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI models in healthcare, and now, here I am, fully dedicated to pursuing a PhD on the subject!
What advice would you give to students wishing to attend Reuben/Oxford?: My advice to new Reubenites is to make the most of your time at this incredible college. Attend Reuben events, create lasting memories, and use this unique, multidisciplinary environment to lay the foundation for your future career. It's a fantastic breeding ground for collaboration, whether it’s to fuel your own research endeavours or even launch a future spin-out!
Current role and organisation name: PhD Researcher in Digital Health at the University of Zurich
Sintieh also holds a UK Medical Licence and was previously the Venture Manager for MedTech and Digital Health at the London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE), KCL.
Areas of expertise: Implementation of digital health technologies in Africa
Current role and organisation name: Statistician at Minerva Statistical Consulting
Areas of expertise: Statistics and Data Science
Contactable via: LinkedIn
Hobbies and areas of interest outside of work and study: Squash, vegan baking
What did you enjoy about being at Reuben and/or the University of Oxford?: The experience of being in the first cohort of a college was certainly unique, as was dining with dinosaurs. In general the combination of academic excellence and so many welcoming people.
How has your degree and experience at Reuben/Oxford impacted upon your career or life?: My degree set me on my current career path, setting me up with exactly the skills required.
What advice would you give to students wishing to attend Reuben/Oxford?: Try to find an area you are really interested in, and find a course that is a good fit for that.
