Battle of Waterloo replayed in war game at UofG in June 2019
Battle of Waterloo replayed in war game at UofG in June 2019

Finding peace with painting - a model example of improving veteran mental health

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 09:00:00 BST

Created by veterans whose wellbeing has been improved by the therapeutic aspects of painting, this expansive new model brings to life the most famous land battle in history.

Runaways London project. An artwork called East predominant (c) Olivia Twist
Runaways London project. An artwork called East predominant (c) Olivia Twist

Runaways London project officially unveiled

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:00:00 BST

Runaways London is led by literature charity Spread the Word, in partnership with the University of Glasgow and Ink Sweat & Tears Press. It is working with poets and artists to try and tell some of the stories of these freedom-seekers.

A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.
A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

College of Arts reader advises United Nations General Assembly on freedom of thought

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:00:00 BST

Dr J Adam Carter was part of a select panel of experts chosen in June to inform the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief, Ahmed Shaheed, in preparation for his report to the UN General Assembly in October.

Two students outside University Gardens
Two students outside University Gardens

Spotlight on Arts and Humanities

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 08:00:00 BST

Arts and humanities have provided useful lenses to reflect on big societal challenges for centuries now although their immense contribution to society tends to be overlooked sometimes.

COGITO Epistemology Research Centre to host event at the UK Universities COP26 showcase

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:00:00 BST

The aim of the UK Universities COP26 Climate Innovation Showcase is to provide a wide platform for the best of UK University research having a large and positive climate impact.

An image of Professor Lorna Hughes and Professor Marc Alexander leading a new Towards a National Collection AHRC project 700 x 300
An image of Professor Lorna Hughes and Professor Marc Alexander leading a new Towards a National Collection AHRC project 700 x 300

£3.6m awarded for UofG-led project to transform digital exploration of community and citizen histories

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 10:00:00 BST

A major £3.6m University of Glasgow-led research project that will use artificial intelligence to explore digital community heritage collections across the UK has been awarded £2.9m from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Towards a National Collection programme to help create a unified virtual ‘national collection’.  

An image of Professor Robby O Maolalaigh 2021 Photo Credit Martin Shields
An image of Professor Robby O Maolalaigh 2021 Photo Credit Martin Shields

Vice-Principal and Head of the College of Arts / Iar-Phrionnsabal agus Ceannard Cholaiste nan Ealain  

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 10:00:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has confirmed that Professor Roibeard (Robby) Ó Maolalaigh will step down from his role as Vice-Principal and Head of the College of Arts / Iar-Phrionnsabal agus Ceannard Cholaiste nan Ealain at the end of this academic year, after seven and a half years in post.

A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.
A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

Explorathon Festival is back for 2021

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 10:00:00 BST

Explorathon is the Scottish arm of ‘European Researchers’ Night’, an EC-funded festival happening in 300 cities across Europe.

A page from 'Listen to the Universe' showing Lila explaining to her brother Gopu how the LIGO gravitational wave detectors work
A page from 'Listen to the Universe' showing Lila explaining to her brother Gopu how the LIGO gravitational wave detectors work

Pop-up book aims to help kids ‘Listen to the Universe’

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:00:00 BST

An illustrated pop-up book which aims to teach children about the science of gravitational wave astronomy is setting out to make a splash in India.

An image of Professor Deirdre Heddon walking through a woodland while on a Walking Library event
An image of Professor Deirdre Heddon walking through a woodland while on a Walking Library event

Researchers will study how trees can help the UK reach net zero emissions

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 00:01:00 BST

Six research teams, including an academic from UofG, will investigate how urban tree planting helps our wellbeing, and how young people connect with diverse treescapes

Ogham Database Launch - Prof Katherine Forsyth
Ogham Database Launch - Prof Katherine Forsyth

Scottish and Irish researchers to investigate ancient Ogham script

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 11:00:00 BST

Academics from Scotland and Ireland are harnessing cutting-edge digital and 3D technologies to protect the inscriptions and transform our understanding of the ancient Celtic Ogham writing system, it was announced today.

Dr Matt Brennan, a Reader in Popular Music at the University of Glasgow; Glasgow PhD student Robert Allan, also a founding and current member of the band Glasvegas and Robert Kilpatrick, General Manager of the Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) in front of the iconic Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom
Dr Matt Brennan, a Reader in Popular Music at the University of Glasgow; Glasgow PhD student Robert Allan, also a founding and current member of the band Glasvegas and Robert Kilpatrick, General Manager of the Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) in front of the iconic Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom

Nationwide survey launched to map and measure the value of Scotland's music industry

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:00:00 BST

Research led by UofG will uncover the economic, social and cultural value of Scottish music business activities, as well as, ass the immpact of Covid-19 on the sector

Tower and main building from Dumbarton Road
Tower and main building from Dumbarton Road

The Dear Green Bothy launched by the College of Arts

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 10:00:00 BST

The Dear Green Bothy is a programme of free public events and activities demonstrating the vital role played by the arts and humanities in understanding and addressing climate emergency.

The logo of the Association of Teachers and Researchers of Portuguese Languages (TROPO UK)
The logo of the Association of Teachers and Researchers of Portuguese Languages (TROPO UK)

International Symposium of the Association of Teachers of Portuguese Languages 2021

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:00:00 BST

TROPO UK's international symposium addresses diversity of the Portuguese language: pedagogical opportunities and challenges, bringing together academics, policy makers, and creative artists.

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Tile-Kelvingrove01

University of Glasgow’s Kelvin Hall Study Centre benefits from major grant in new technology

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 12:00:26 BST

Researchers at University of Glasgow have benefitted from a major grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), to help upgrade advanced analytical and imaging instrumentation.

A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.
A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

Watership Down at 50 Conference

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:00:00 BST

Now academics at the University of Glasgow and Cardiff University are to host a conference to celebrate Richard Adams’ debut novel on its 50th anniversary and examine its continuing appeal to children over five decades.

University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance
University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance

UofG Creative Writing Student Win North Literary Agency Prize

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 09:00:00 BST

UofG Creative Writing Student Win North Literary Agency Prize.

Front of main building and memorial gate
Front of main building and memorial gate

UofG researchers spotlight big tech platform regulation in the UK

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:00:00 BST

High-profile research conducted as part of the Arts & Humanities Research Council Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC) and published today has analysed how eight government and parliamentary reports and inquiries over an 18-month period have highlighted and set the agenda for platform regulation.

Andrew Watson during a visit to The Round Barrow at Higher Ground Meadow, near Dorchester, during construction of the columbarium.
Andrew Watson during a visit to The Round Barrow at Higher Ground Meadow, near Dorchester, during construction of the columbarium.

Researchers look at new modern prehistoric burial trend

Tue, 25 May 2021 08:00:00 BST

University of Glasgow academics are to look at the modern-day phenomenon of why people are wishing to be buried like their prehistoric ancestors, it has been announced today (25 May 2021)

A lovely view of the University in true, dreamy Hogwarts style
A lovely view of the University in true, dreamy Hogwarts style

Diversity in Scottish Screen Industries examined

Mon, 17 May 2021 11:00:00 BST

A groundbreaking research project is aiming to uncover reasons behind a “crisis” in representation in the Scottish screen sector.

A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.
A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

New online resource uncovers the hidden history of Scottish fiddle music

Wed, 05 May 2021 08:00:00 BST

A new online resource dedicated to the earliest known sources of Scottish fiddle music is being launched today

University text on a pillar in University Gardens
University text on a pillar in University Gardens

UofG lecturer among Literature Matters Awards winner

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 09:00:00 BST

The Royal Society of Literature (RSL), the voice for the value of literature in the UK, has today announced the winners of the 2021 RSL Literature Matters Awards.

Ghosts App Visual of man in street accessing the new AR app.
Ghosts App Visual of man in street accessing the new AR app.

Ghosts app explores the legacies of Glasgow's slavery past

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 12:00:00 BST

The National Theatre of Scotland, inspired by College of Arts research, is bringing the story of Glasgow's slavery past to life.

Emma Gilmartin and daughter Millie from Glasgow sitting in the park as Rafa the dog is being walked by Professor Deirdre Heddon of the University of Glasgow who is leading the Covid Walking Project. Photo credit Martin Shields
Emma Gilmartin and daughter Millie from Glasgow sitting in the park as Rafa the dog is being walked by Professor Deirdre Heddon of the University of Glasgow who is leading the Covid Walking Project. Photo credit Martin Shields

New research project explores experiences of walking and creativity during COVID-19

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:00:00 BST

A University of Glasgow led project is to explore people´s experience of walking during the COVID-19 pandemic.

University of Glasgow Gaelic Logo 700 x 300
University of Glasgow Gaelic Logo 700 x 300

Gaelic in Glasgow Survey Launches Today

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:00:00 BST

Suirbhidh Ghàidhlig ann an Glaschu ga Foillseachadh An-diugh

Wheat Harvest, at Dabli vas Chugta, Rajasthan, India. Photo: Jennifer Bates, University of Pennsylvania, 2012.
Wheat Harvest, at Dabli vas Chugta, Rajasthan, India. Photo: Jennifer Bates, University of Pennsylvania, 2012.

Archaeology offers a way to measure the extent humans have contributed to global climate change

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:00:00 BST

A worldwide team of academics are offering a new way to measure and quantify the extent humans have contributed to global climate change using archaeology, a new paper shows

Stay at Home Literary Festival 2021 Logo
Stay at Home Literary Festival 2021 Logo

The Stay-At-Home! Literary Festival Returns

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 10:00:00 BST

The UK’s first major online literary festival for writers and book lovers returns on 26th April – 9th May with a packed programme of fantastic free activities.

Royal Society of Edinburgh Logo 2021 Black and White 700 x 300
Royal Society of Edinburgh Logo 2021 Black and White 700 x 300

College of Arts’ academics named among new Royal Society of Edinburgh Fellows

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:00:00 BST

Three academics at the College of Arts are among seven University of Glasgow academics announced as new Fellows of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.

Gilmorehill and the main building looking south from the Library
Gilmorehill and the main building looking south from the Library

Bliadhna bhogaidh ann an Gàidhlig 2021-22 fosgailte do thagraidhean

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 12:00:00 BST

Gaelic immersion year 2021-22 opens for applications.

A photo of Professor Loran M Hughes
A photo of Professor Loran M Hughes

Professor Lorna Hughes appointed DGE Europe

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:00:07 BST

The University of Glasgow is delighted to announce that Professor Lorna Hughes has been appointed as Dean for Global Engagement for Europe.

University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance
University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance

UofG Philosophy Professor part of team chosen for next year’s Festival UK* 2022

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:01:00 GMT

Fiona Macpherson, Professor of Philosophy at the University of Glasgow, is part of a creative/ interdisciplinary team who have been commissioned to take their ground-breaking project into full production for next year’s Festival UK* 2022, it was announced today.

University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance
University of Glasgow sign outside front entrance

UofG project will investigate impact of touch deprivation on deafblind community

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 09:00:00 GMT

A University of Glasgow collaborative research project will investigate the impact of touch deprivation on the deafblind community during the Covid pandemic.

University text on a pillar in University Gardens
University text on a pillar in University Gardens

UofG lecturer wins prestigious philosophy prize

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Dr Mona Simion has won the most prestigious prize worldwide in epistemology, the philosophy of knowledge.

University Gardens from University Avenue
University Gardens from University Avenue

1.47 Million Euro Open Research Area Grant Awarded to Kinomatics Researchers

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 09:00:00 GMT

1.47 Million Euro Open Research Area Grant Awarded to Kinomatics Researchers

Academics at the College of Arts have been awarded a research grant on Scots to build foundations for language policy and planning.
Academics at the College of Arts have been awarded a research grant on Scots to build foundations for language policy and planning.

New Scots language research launched

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 08:00:00 GMT

Academics at the College of Arts have been awarded a research grant on Scots to build foundations for language policy and planning.

Alloway Kirk in Burns VR Classroom developmed by the edify and the University of Glasgow's Centre for Robert Burns Studies. Image size 700 x 300
Alloway Kirk in Burns VR Classroom developmed by the edify and the University of Glasgow's Centre for Robert Burns Studies. Image size 700 x 300

21st Century Technology Delivers History & Literature Lesson on Scotland’s National Bard!

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Dr Pauline Mackay from the University of Glasgow’s Centre for Robert Burns Studies has worked with edify VR experts to create a virtual lesson on Robert Burns' Tam o' Shanter poem.

Robert Burns Stained Glass photo 700 x 300
Robert Burns Stained Glass photo 700 x 300

The first appearance of Auld Lang Syne is studied by UofG academics

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT

In 4th volume of The Oxford Edition of the Works of Robert Burns, due to be published in February, Professor Kirsteen McCue has looked at Burns’ songs for George Thomson including Auld Lang Syne

Robert Burns Stained Glass photo 700 x 300
Robert Burns Stained Glass photo 700 x 300

University of Glasgow launches interactive Burns supper global map

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:00:00 GMT

More than 2500 worldwide contemporary Burns suppers feature in a new interactive world map as part of a research project led by academics from the University of Glasgow