Grandchildren pay homage to their grandfather by graduating from the same university
Three Sisters Graduate from Cardiff University, Honouring Their Late Grandfather
The Orgill triplets, Rose, Maudie, and Grace, marked a significant milestone in 2025 as they graduated from Cardiff University. The sisters, who wore a ribbon and forget-me-not flower on their gowns in memory of their late grandfather, had fallen in love with the university during the offer-holder day[3].
Rose Orgill earned a BSc in chemistry, Maudie a BA in history, and Grace a BSc in biomedical sciences[4]. The sisters' academic paths may have been different, but they found themselves in the same six-person flat at university[5]. Living together allowed them to make triple the number of friends and provided a sense of familiarity, with Grace stating that living with her sisters felt like moving home[6].
Initially, the Orgill triplets did not plan to attend university together[7]. However, fate had other plans, as they were assigned to the same flat. Despite their different subjects, they found that they saw each other more than expected[8]. This was evident in their shared involvement with the Cardiff University Netball Club, where Rose competed for the first team, and Maudie, the youngest, captained the team in her final year[9].
As for the future, Maudie plans to return to Cardiff and pursue a career in law, possibly doing a conversion course at the university[10]. Grace is considering joining the RAF[11]. Rose may move abroad for work[12]. Despite the potential geographical distance, the bond between the sisters remains strong, a testament to the special connection they share.
Phil Orgill, the father of the Orgill triplets, is excited about their future and the possibility of them all working in the same city[13]. He expressed his pride in his daughters' achievements and his excitement for their future endeavours. The Orgill triplets' graduation was a celebration of their academic success, their sisterhood, and a poignant tribute to their late grandfather who passed away on the day of Rose's final chemistry exam[1][2].
The sisters, having completed their education-and-self-development at Cardiff University, have embarked on their personal-growth paths, each pursuing unique careers. Their shared learning experiences at the university, including their participation in the Cardiff University Netball Club, have fostered a strong bond that transcends geographical boundaries.
