Tweet-along Lectures
An academic from the University of Glasgow's School of Interdisciplinary Studies in Dumfries is actively encouraging his students to tweet during his lectures.
Symposium challenges copyright law exceptions for archives
Archives are our cultural and scientific memory. For example, the Wellcome Library’s Codebreakers website explores the race to crack our genetic code, and showcases the real lives of the scientists involved.
Smouldering peat fires may contribute to climate change
New research into smouldering wildfires in the UK has found that they could be a contributor to climate change.
£2 million awarded for 'lost in translation' research
Academics at the University of Glasgow have received £2 million from the Arts and Humanities Research Council's (AHRC) Translating Cultures Programme.
Future employment prospects bleak
Europe's young people are facing a bleak future with a fragmented and precarious labour market that is only just beginning to be appreciated in the West
Time to rethink the Rehabilitation of Offenders?
More than a third of men and almost one in ten women in Scotland are likely to have at least one criminal conviction, according to a new report published by academics at the University of Glasgow.
College success at LTDF bids
Four projects from the College of Social Sciences were successful in their bids for the Learning and Teaching Development Fund for 2013-14.
The role of internet search in democratic elections
A new research project examining how search engines contribute to voter knowledge in elections has been launched by the Adam Smith Research Foundation
Women separating risk poverty in old age to retain family home
Women separating are foregoing their share of pension schemes to secure the family home, new research has found.
Doctoral Researcher receives Prestigious Fulbright Award to the US
Arlene Holmes-Henderson, a Doctoral researcher has received a Scottish Studies Scholar Fulbright Award to enable her to lecture and research at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
China Ministry of Justice visit to STRADA
After a positive visit last year, STRADA hosted a delegation from the Chinese Ministry of Justice. The delegation consisted of legal professionals concerned with drug treatment.
Glasgow conference debates the future of Science and Mathematics Education in Scotland and England
The University of Glasgow [Tuesday 25th June] hosts a unique conference to debate the key challenges facing Science and Mathematics education in the two nations.
Policy Scotland Launch
Policy Scotland is having a launch and inaugural seminar, hosted by The Principal of the University of Glasgow, Professor Anton Muscatelli.
Atlas of Palliative Care Across Europe Unveiled
Palliative care provided for those approaching the end of their lives varies greatly, according to the first comprehensive European overview of the service
Impact of Commonwealth Games on east end
Views from local residents inform assessment of Commonwealth Games legacy
UNESCO Learning Cities
Professor Michael Osborne, one of a group of experts advising the UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning was interviewed by the World University News on the UNESCO Learning Cities project.
Alcohol sales fall due to ban on multi-buy promotions
A report published this week shows a 2.6% decrease in the amount of alcohol sold per adult in Scotland in the year following the introduction of the Alcohol etc. (Scotland) Act in October 2011.
St Andrew's Foundation Launch
The Annual Cardinal Winning Lecture will take place at 10.30am in the Bute Hall, University of Glasgow on 15th June 2013.
Transforming the culture of dying
It was famously said that the only two things certain in life are death and taxes. The impact of taxes is well commented upon, but discussions on the end of life are much less prominent.
Cricket book hits Beyond a Boundary
One of the most celebrated and influential sports books of modern times is to be the focus of a major conference that will take place at the University of Glasgow.
£4m study of key social issues to help build better public services
Pressing issues such as crime rates, racial segregation, and social inequality are among concerns to be addressed by experts in a £4 million research initiative.
Imaging the fetus – the history of obstetric ultrasound
To mark one of the most important medical developments to come out of the University of Glasgow in the twentieth century, a new book has been published.
Are human rights part of Scotland’s constitutional future?
The importance of human rights in Scotland’s constitutional future will be debated at an event at Glasgow City Chambers on 1 May 2013.
How have young people’s experiences of unemployment changed since the 1980s?
Research teams from the University of Glasgow and the University of Leicester aim to explore unemployment, insecurity and vulnerability among young people during two key periods of economic instability.
University Court holds meeting in Dumfries
The University of Glasgow Court held its first ever meeting at the Dumfries Campus on 10 April.
The Poverty and Social Exclusion in the UK Survey 2012: Headline results for Scotland
The Poverty and Social Exclusion report is the largest and most authoritative study of poverty and deprivation ever conducted in the UK.
3 Minute Thesis Competition
Watch Postgraduate Research students present their research verbally in just 3 minutes with the help of one PowerPoint slide.
Cabinet Secretary Launches Crichton Institute
The Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, Michael Russell MSP officially launched a major new partnership for the south-west of Scotland at the Easterbrook Hall, Crichton Campus in Dumfries on Monday 11 March 2013 at 11am.
University celebrates its most famous alumnus
Two hundred and seventy five years after Adam Smith first joined the University of Glasgow as a fourteen year old student, the "Father of Modern Economics" has had a School at the University named in his honour.
New research centre will investigate copyright in a digital world
A £5m new centre dedicated to examining the changing nature of copyright and the need for new business models in the digital age is being launched today.
Regius Chair in Law Tercentenary
The School of Law will be celebrating the tercentenary of the Regius Chair in 2013
School of Law honours its top students during the winter graduations.
Our 2011/12 Master of Laws (LLM) students graduated at a ceremony held in the University’s Bute Hall on Thursday 29 November.
MA (Hons) Health & Social Policy at Dumfries enables Widening Participation to the University of Glasgow.
MA (Hons) Health & Social Policy at Dumfries enables Widening Participation to the University of Glasgow from Scotland’s Colleges’ Grade ‘A’ HNC students.
University of Glasgow academics elected to Academy of Social Sciences
Two academics from the University of Glasgow’s College of Social Sciences have received prestigious honours from a national academy.
Pioneering Solway Centre brings environment and cultural studies together
The University of Glasgow is launching a new interdisciplinary research centre that seeks to bring the study of environment and culture together.
Regius Professor of Law Appointed to the University of Glasgow
Her Majesty the Queen has appointed James Peter Chalmers to the Regius Chair of Law in the University of Glasgow.
Official Launch of University’s first Erasmus Mundus Masters programme
The University of Glasgow has launched its first-ever course to be supported by the European Commission’s prestigious Erasmus Mundus programme.
Scotland’s Constitutional Futures Forum Launched
The Scottish Constitutional Futures Forum is an initiative of academics from five Scottish Law Schools- those of the Universities of Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Strathclyde.
Shaping Places - Book launch and seminar, 6th September 2012
Seminar for the launch of "Shaping Places" by Professor David Adams and the late Steve Tiesdell.
£2.9m ESRC grant to examine ethnic identity and inequality in UK
Professor Satnam Virdee and Andy Smith of Sociology have been awarded, along with colleagues from the University of Manchester, a £2.9million grant to examine the dynamics of ethnic identity and inequality in the UK.
St Petersburg University of Management and Economics visit
On Friday 20th July, Prof Victoria Marich, for the St Petersburg University of Management and Economics returned to Glasgow to follow up on the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.
Crichton campus receives almost £1m from Scottish Funding Council
The Crichton campus in Dumfries has received £961,000 from the Scottish Funding Council to enhance knowledge exchange and applied research over the next four years.
Glasgow graduate receives prestigious Fulbright Award
Dr Robert Lawson, an alumnus of the University of Glasgow, has received a Scottish Studies Fulbright Award to enable him to research at the University of Pittsburgh on one of the most prestigious and selective scholarship programmes operating world-wide.
Professor Ade Kearns from Urban Studies Joins Government Advisory Group
Ade Kearns, Professor of Urban Studies, has been invited to join policy-makers and practitioners as a member of The Scottish Government’s Regeneration Stakeholder Group.
Older People for Older People project wins prestigious award
The 040: Older People for Older People project has won the prestigious EU NPP RegioStars 2012 Award.
President of the General Conference of UNESCO Awarded Honorary Doctor of Letters
On 28th June 2012, the University of Glasgow awarded H.E. Ms Katalin Bogyay an Honorary Doctor of Letters.
Law and Sociology's outstanding results in Guardian University Guide
In the recently published Guardian University Guide for 2013, two Social Sciences subject areas received excellent results.
Institute of Health and Wellbeing Seminar Series 2011-12
"Biomarkers of health and disease; what do we know, where are the gaps"? Presented by Professor Naveed Sattar. Taking place on Thursday, 21 June 2012.
Gordon Brown’s Director of Political Strategy visits the College of Social Sciences
On Thursday 8th and Friday 9th March, Gordon Brown’s former Director of Political Strategy, David Muir, visited the College of Social Sciences to provide careers support for students interested in political careers.
Professor Jane Duckett receives Lord Provost of Glasgow Education Award
Professor Duckett was presented with the award by the Lord Provost of Glasgow Councillor Bob Winter.
SCCJR Internship at the University of Glasgow
Applications are invited for the opportunity to be an SCCJR intern. The Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research (SCCJR) is a collaborative cross-institutional research centre, involving four Scottish universities, and is led by the University of Glasgow.
Professor Jim Murdoch awarded the Pro Merito Medal of the Council of Europe
Council of Europe Pro Merito medal presented to Professor of Law.
College of Social Sciences PhD Scholarships 2012
Applications are invited for up to 10 Scholarships being offered by the College of Social Sciences to study for a PhD in an area of research linked to either one of the seven designated themes of the Adam Smith Research Foundation and/or one of the College School/Subject areas.
Postgraduate Open Day
Come along to the Hunter Halls and talk to staff about postgraduate courses and research, how to apply, funding, university life and the city. Wednesday 7 March, 11am - 4pm.
Dumfries Campus Events (Jan-Feb 2012)
Details on a few events held by the School of Interdisciplinary Studies at Dumfries Campus, taking place in January and February 2012.
The 2012 Cardinal Winning Lecture
The School of Education would like to invite you to The 2012 Cardinal Winning Lecture' on Saturday 18 February, to be held in Lecture Theatre 213, St Andrews Building, University of Glasgow.
Carols at Christmas!
BEd Music students invite you to join them in the University Chapel on Friday 16 December at 12 o’clock for an hour of Carols at Christmas.
Four University staff appointed to Academy of Social Sciences
Four University staff appointed to Academy of Social Sciences
Theory and Method Seminar
Professor Pat Sikes (University of Sheffield - Avoiding Harm and Doing No Wrong? Research Governance and Ethical Practice) and Professor Vic Lally (University of Glasgow - Inter-Life: Community, Identity and Transition through Creative Engagement) and Chaired by Professor Vivienne Baumfield (University of Glasgow)
Global Dialogue 2 – an international videoconference hosted by CR&DALL
On the 17th of October, CR&DALL, the Centre for Research and Development in Adult and Lifelong Learning, will host a gathering of senior figures in higher education from all five continents. This meeting of minds aims to consider the place of universities in our communities of the future.
Chinese music through the centuries
Harmony Chinese Music Ensemble will be celebrating the launch of the Confucius Institute at the University of Glasgow with a selection of Chinese songs and instrumental music.
How can I enhance your day?
The Institute of Health and Wellbeing is pleased to invite you to a seminar on Monday, 10th of October by the University’s Chancellor, Sir Kenneth Calman, followed by an informal reception. The title of the seminar is 'How can I enhance your day? Reflections on Quality of Life'.
Launch of the Confucius Institute
On Tuesday 4 October the Principal of the University of Glasgow, Professor Anton Muscatelli, and the President of Nankai University, Professor Gong Ke, will launch the Confucius Institute.
College staff selected for prestigious Young Academy of Scotland
Three academics from the College of Social Sciences have been selected to be amongst the first members of the Royal Society of Edinburgh's newly established Young Academy of Scotland (68 people were selected from over 300 applications).
Curriculum, care and justice: perspectives from England and Scotland
This is a School of Education/Philosophy of Education Society of Great Britain (Glasgow branch) Seminar to be held on Thursday 29 September
MSc student wins prestigious placement
Nestlé in the UK has set itself a target to achieve zero waste to landfill from its factories by 2015. Yao-Ting Huang, an MSc student from the University of Glasgow, has come on board to help out.
Seven winners for Dumfries Writing prizes
The School of Interdisciplinary Studies (Dumfries) has just announced the winners of this year’s annual Writing Prizes.
"Understandings of place, place-making and home"
A 1-day event for secondary school children to be held at the University of Glasgow, October 2011.
University welcomes Chinese delegation
The University recently welcomed delegations from two Chinese universities, the East China University of Politics and Law, and the Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, to discuss opportunities for increasing collaboration between Glasgow and China.
Call for Applications for Visiting Senior Research Fellowships for 2012/13
Visiting Fellows are expected to conduct a discrete research project during their appointment, and candidates must demonstrate how their research will fit with one (and preferably more than one) of the College's research themes.
Two Visiting Senior Research Fellowships awarded
Visiting Senior Research Fellowships have been awarded by the Board of the Adam Smith Research Foundation to Professor Rebecca Reuber (University of Toronto) and Professor John Pisapia (Florida Atlantic University).
Professor Noreen Burrows awarded an OBE
Professor Noreen Burrows, Jean Monnet Professor of European Law, has been awarded an OBE in the Queen's birthday honours. She is one of four female professors at the University to receive an award.
International appointment to boost interdisciplinary healthcare research
Professor Sally Wyke is to be given an honorary visiting professorship by one of the largest research centres in Europe in the field of quality and safety of care, which will allow her to develop collaborative research with colleagues there.
Economics at Glasgow in top 5 according to Guardian university guide
The Guardian newspaper has just released its University guide subject tables for 2012, and Glasgow gets high rankings for Economics and Business.
Translating Russian & East European Cultures
Programme of events celebrating Russian and East European cultures. 12 - 13 May 2011
EERA Summer School on Academic Writing
PHd researchers are invited to apply for the EERA Summer School on Academic Writing, which will take place 13 -17 June at the University of Gothenburg. The course aims to help emerging researchers improve their english-language academic writing, and to foster network building among young European researchers.
Leadership as lunacy and other metaphors of educational leadership.
Prof Jacky Lumby, Head of School of Education, University of Southampton, will present the first in a new series of seminars by the School of Education. The subject reflects her new book. The event will take place on 30 March 2011, 1.30 - 3.30pm, Room 432, St Andrew's Building.
Global Supplementary Grant Program (GSGP 2011 -2012)
The Open Society Scholarship Programs is pleased to announce the Global Supplementary Grant Program (GSGP) for the 2011 – 2012 academic year. GSGP offers supplementary grants to students from select countries of Eastern and Central Europe ......
ESRC Studentships in Socio-Legal Studies/Criminology 2011
The University of Glasgow’s School of Law and the School of Social and Political Sciences are pleased to announce the availability of ESRC-funded PhD studentships in Socio-Legal Studies/Criminology beginning in September 2011....
College has a major role in the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre
The Graduate School for the Social Sciences is delighted to announce our membership of the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre in the Social Sciences. This ESRC funded initiative includes 24 pathways ......
CRCEES - ESRC Scottish Doctoral Training Centre PhD scholarships 2011
Language Based Area Studies PhD scholarships will be ESRC Logoawarded by the Centre for Russian, Central and East European Studies, (CRCEES) University of Glasgow .....
1+3 PhD Studentship funded by the ESRC from September 2011 (Economic and Social History)
Applications are invited for a 1+3 studentship attached to the ESRC-funded project 'The Development of International Financial Regulation 1961-1982'. .....
Adam Smith Research Foundation Scholarships 2011 (Closing Date 15 April 2011)
Applications for Scholarships are invited for up to four PhD Scholarships, covering fees (Home/EU Rate) and maintenance, in any of the 7 key research themes......
ESRC Studentships in Politics and International Relations 2011
The University of Glasgow’s School of Social and Political Sciences is pleased to announce the availability of ESRC-funded PhD studentships in Politics and International Relations............
Adam Smith Research Foundation Visiting Fellow Scheme
The Adam Smith Research Foundation is inviting applications for a VISITING RESEARCH FELLOW scheme.......
ESRC Studentships in Education 2011
ESRC studentships in Education are available at the Universities of Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling and Strathclyde. There were awarded by ESRC through the Scottish Doctoral Training Centre...........
Summer School 2011: Call for participants - Deadline 17 March 2011
Theme: Politics of Language: Approaches to Nations, Communities and Cultures in Contemporary Central Europe The 2011 CRCEES Summer School is open to research and taught postgraduate students from UK and overseas CRCEES partners ....
Careers in academia/Careers outside academia
Thinking about your future career? Considering a career in academia? Or maybe you are thinking of using the skills you have developed during your PhD to work outside academia? ....
Estonian Ambassador to the Uk would like to meet CEES students (4 March 2011)
We are very pleased to announce that Her Excellency Ms Aino Lepik von Wirén, Estonian Ambassador to the UK.........
School of Education - Postgraduate Programmes Open Evening (3 March 2011)
The School of Education is holding a Postgraduate Programmes Open Evening on Thursday 3 March 2011 from 6.00pm to 7.30pm in the St Andrew's Building.....
Why don’t Estonians watch Estonian films? - 1 March 2011 and 3 March 2011
A series of lectures, together with film screening by Gerda Kordemets (producer, Estonian National TV) .....
Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary in the UK , Ms. Klára Breuer - 2 March 2011
We are very pleased to announce that the Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Republic of Hungary in the UK , Ms. Klára Breuer........
Anita J Prażmowska, Professor of International History, London School of Economics - 1 March 2011
Paderewski’s name is usually associated with music but, like many Polish artists and intellectuals, he could not avoid dealing with the Polish national cause......
Scottish Funding Council's - Scottish Overseas Research Student Awards Scheme Studentships (SORSAS)
The Scottish Overseas Research Student Award Scheme (SORSAS) provides a number of awards for overseas research students of outstanding merit and research potential. This highly competitive awards scheme offers successful students an award ........
Fourth CRCEES Research Forum
The Centre for Russian, Central and East European Studies (CRCEES) will be holding its fourth annual Research Forum at the Gilmorehill Centre, University of Glasgow, on 12-13 May 2011.
Graduate Skills Programme launched
The College of Social Sciences has recently launched its personal development planning and employability award, the Graduate Skills Programme. The Programme has been designed to help students in the College make the most of their time at university and enhance their transferable and employability skills.
10% Alumni Fee Discount New Research Students - Session 2011/12 and 2012/13 Entry
The College of Social Sciences announces 10% discount for alumni pursuing a Research Degree
Glasgow Centre for Population Health and University of Glasgow PhD Studentship
The School of Social & Political Sciences/Centre for Population and Health Sciences at the University of Glasgow, in conjunction with collaborating institutions, are seeking a suitable candidate for a 3 year studentships to commence on 1 January 2011.....