Alumni Spotlights: China
Spotlight interviews with Chinese Alumni
Theresa Ye
Uncover the career journey of Theresa Ye, University of Glasgow alum and Senior Manager at Illuminera, in this international alumni spotlight.
Theresa graduated from UofG with a Master’s in International Finance with distinction before building a successful consultancy career in Shanghai. She has also served as a dedicated board member of the UofG Shanghai Alumni Association for more than 11 years, helping to grow and strengthen the global alumni network.
In this interview, Theresa shares:
• Her pathway into consulting and the skills that shaped her career
• Top career advice for current students and recent graduates
• Her views on how AI is transforming business and what future leaders should prepare for
• Why the UofG alumni community in Shanghai continues to mean so much to her
Originally published in 2025.
Zhaofeng Zhou
Meet Dr. Zhaofeng Zhou, a University of Glasgow PhD graduate and one of China’s leading legal professionals in competition law and privacy/data protection. In this Alumni Spotlight, Zhaofeng shares why his time studying at Glasgow was so valuable and how it shaped his career. He also talks about his passion for giving back by mentoring and advising new students as they begin their own journeys.
Originally published in 2025.