Welcome to the brand new edition of Apex, your online alumni magazine.

In this issue, Apex catches up with Apprentice star Kate Walsh, hears from graduates who are on the road to success and showcases the people who are helping to shape Aston's future. And, before the towers come tumbling down, we hear your memories of living on campus, share photos of our recent alumni events and give you the chance to reconnect with your old friends.

In this issue of Apex...     Aston's Apprentice Star Apex proudly speaks to Kate Walsh     Tumbling Towers... Sharing memories of life in the towers - before they all come tumbling down Lording It Up  Alumni reunite at the House of Lords Where Are They Now?  Find out what your old friends are up to   Shaping our Future The difference alumni are making   On the Road to Success  How Aston graduates are leading the way  AstonConnect Are you connected? Graduating with Honour Aston welcomes the 2009 graduates into the alumni community