Frances Coleman

Pensacola

Freelance Journalist and Writer at Freelance

Has a regular podcast and is a columnist for https://t.co/0moNiGmgBV, freelance writer, formerly opinion editor, Mobile Press-Register. I call Baldwin County, AL, home.

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Articles

A week in the life of an interpreter

Oct 8, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

Many of us aspire to learn a new language one day – to order a meal at a restaurant abroad or navigate our way around a new city (without turning to Google translate). Yet the language skills demanded of a professional interpreter go above and beyond this; they are required to interpret complex, fast-paced conversations in real time, keep on top of current affairs and continuously add to their repertoire of languages.
Parade Profile: Nigel Dick (BSc Architecture 1976)

Oct 6, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

Director and Bath alumnus Nigel Dick is responsible for the most iconic music videos in pop culture. He’s worked with the likes of Britney Spears, Guns ‘n’ Roses, Oasis, Cher and so many more artists than we can list here, directing over 400 music videos, documentaries and feature films. Here, Nigel shares his unpredictable journey, from hitchhiking up Bathwick Hill as an architecture student, to leaving for Los Angeles and a glittering career in the record business.
Parade Profile: Liana Zoumpouli (PhD Sustainable Chemical Technologies 2021)

Sep 29, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

After studying chemical engineering in her home country of Greece, Liana developed a keen interest in the field of water treatment and came to the UK to further research in this area. She soon found the support, facilities and expertise needed in the University’s Water Innovation and Research Centre and the Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies. Read on to hear Liana’s journey. Why did you choose to study at Bath?
Parade Profile: Christopher Orr (BSc Applied Physics 1974)

Sep 8, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

Bath alumnus Christopher Orr credits his love for physics to growing up in a practically minded family and in the age of thrilling scientific endeavours including the Apollo 11 mission. While maths was never quite his thing, Christopher soon realised he had a love for the logic and predictability of physics. After a visit to the University of Bath campus, with the cherry blossom in bloom, Christopher soon realised that Bath was the place to pursue his physics studies.
Parade Profile: Esther McMorris (BSc Physics 1996)

Sep 1, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

Bath alumna Esther McMorris is the founder and CEO of Nine Feet Tall – a change management consultancy with teams based out of Bath, Bristol and London. Esther was recently named on the Women in Leadership Power List 2024 by Management Today, as well as one of Bath & Somerset’s Most Inspiring Women by The Business Exchange. We spoke to Esther about her time at the University, and what she took from her Physics degree into her business. Why did you choose to study at Bath?
Parade Profile: Nik Sekhran (BSc Economics 1990)

Aug 25, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

Nik Sekhran is the Chief Conservation Officer for World Wildlife Fund US – and previously the Director for Sustainable Development for the United Nations Development Programme – and has dedicated his life to finding solutions to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. Read on to discover why Nik chose to study economics at Bath, and how he applies an economist’s mindset to complex conservation and sustainability challenges. Why did you choose to study at Bath?
Bath Olympic success: update from new Vice-Chancellor Phil Taylor

Aug 21, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

A message from the new Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Phil Taylor. It is a real privilege to be the new Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Bath. Bath is a fantastic university – performing well, in good health and with huge potential as it approaches its 60th anniversary. I am very ambitious for the institution and want to take it to even greater heights in the next few years.
Parade Profile: Floyd Lazare (BSc Physics with Physical Electronics 1984)

Aug 18, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

One of main lessons Floyd took away from studying physics at Bath was the importance of learning the basics in your chosen discipline. It is with this knowledge that Floyd was able to solve real-world problems throughout his placement year and future career – which included the design, build and operation of various equipment in several companies including the UK Atomic Energy Authority and Marconi Research Centre. Read on to hear Floyd’s experience at Bath and journey after graduation.
Parade Profile: Joelle Phua (BSc Sociology 2021)

Aug 11, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

Joelle graduated from Bath in 2021 and, after gaining experience in product and UX design, has since built a successful freelance career as a product designer and content creator. Read on to discover the skills Joelle transferred from her sociology degree into freelance life, as well as her favourite spots to visit in the beautiful city of Bath. Why did you choose to study at Bath? I applied to Bath as it consistently ranked highest for sociology.
Parade Profile: Jersey Poon (BSc Architecture 2014)

Aug 4, 2024 | blogs.bath.ac.uk | Frances Coleman

Jersey Poon wasn’t certain she’d ultimately pursue a career in architecture when she first enrolled in her degree at Bath. However, her experiences studying at the University – including her time in the studio, placements, group work and more – all contributed in their own way to her falling in love with the discipline. Read on to hear more about her experience studying architecture at Bath, and the career journey she has gone on since graduating. Why did you choose to study at Bath?