College of Arts & Humanities news

Largest survey of its kind charts immersive digital future for museums worldwide

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT

A global survey has revealed an overwhelming public interest in accessing museum collections through virtual reality (VR) and extended reality (XR) technologies.

Historic manuscript finds a permanent home in Scotland

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 09:00:00 GMT

The significance of the manuscript was not known until recent research was carried out on it by a leading UofG historian

Meet The Tenementals: the band reinventing how we tell Glasgow history

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:00:10 GMT

The Tenementals, a unique research project, explain how they are showcasing Glasgow's history through music.

UofG Curator Sarah Cook Collaborates on AI-Inspired Art Exhibition Machine Auguries

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT

A new site-specific edition of Machine Auguries, a groundbreaking AI artwork, is now on show at Bildmuseet in Umeå, Sweden, with collaboration from the University of Glasgow's Professor Sarah Cook, a leading curator of media and digital art.

Celebrating the Continued Social, Cultural and Economic Importance of Robert Burns

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Scottish Parliamentary debate on the importance of Scotland's national bard

University of Glasgow research to explore Robert Burns’s environmental legacy

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT

The Centre for Robert Burns Studies (CRBS) will study the bard’s environmental consciousness through an innovative PhD research scholarship.

University of Glasgow secures AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:00:27 GMT

The College of Arts & Humanities has been selected as one of 50 UK higher education institutions to receive the Arts and Humanities Research Council's (AHRC) new Doctoral Landscape Awards.

First Minister and former Irish Taoiseach mark leadership change at SCGA

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Scotland’s First Minister and the former Prime Minister of Ireland have helped celebrate the next stage of the leadership of the international relations think tank, the Scottish Council on Global Affairs (SCGA)

University of Glasgow Gaelic professor discovers lost Scottish Gaelic manuscripts

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:00:00 GMT

A total of 56 historically significant Gaelic manuscripts that had been missing for over half a century were discovered by UofG's Professor Rob Ó Maolalaigh

CreaTech report launched

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:50:00 GMT

CreaTech Report highlights key recommendations to help government in supporting creative businesses and improving skills.

University of Glasgow Library Announces Distinguished Research Fellows for 2025 

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

A total of 13 new scholars who have been awarded Visiting Research Fellowships to carry out research using its unique collections by UofG Library.

The Tenementals launch innovative listening post installation with call to Glasgow venues

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:00:34 GMT

The Tenementals, an award-winning academic-artist collective, are inviting Glasgow venues to host their groundbreaking interactive installation following its debut at the University of Glasgow.

Mòr-ionad didseatach ùr an dòchas ceangal ri coimhearsnachd Ghàidhlig Ghlaschu  

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 09:00:00 GMT

New digital hub hopes to connect Glasgow’s Gaelic  community

Celebrating the fascinating life of a Scottish literary legend and creator of the modern day spy thriller

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Lecture will mark the 150th annivesary of the birth of The Thirty-Nine Steps author John Buchan

University research secures funding through RSE Research Awards Programme

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Scotland’s vibrant research sector receives over £686.5K in the latest RSE Research Awards Programme.

Philosophy academics warn of threat to world leading status amid growing department and course closures

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Philosophy academics including UofG philosopher have today warned that the UK’s world leading status for the subject is under threat following a series of university department and course closures.

Scottish food heritage symposium explores tea’s cultural and societal impact

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

At this month’s annual Scottish Food Heritage Symposium experts will explore how this simple beverage helped transform Scotland’s largest city.

Five UofG professors are among the new Fellows of The Royal Society of Edinburgh

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT

Arts & Humanities Professor Lorna Hughes features in the 2025 cohort of fellows.

University of Glasgow welcomes extension for UK Innovation Accelerator programme

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 BST

The pilot programme has invested £100m to date in high-potential innovation clusters across three UK regions and an additional £30m in funding will build on regional cluster strengths to drive economic growth and technological advancement.

QAA publishes new suite of Subject Benchmark Statements

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:00:00 BST

Two College of Arts & Humanities colleagues contributed to the panels for two of the new Subject Benchmark Statements.

New Head of the School of Modern Languages & Cultures announced

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:00:00 BST

College of Arts & Humanities at the University of Glasgow is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Nina Parish as the new Head of the School of Modern Languages & Cultures.

UofG pioneers the future of immersive realities

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 BST

Glasgow is set to transform the landscape of Extended Reality (XR) research with the launch of its newest interdisciplinary research centre, Realities and Immersion Glasgow (RIG).

Rare surviving piece of Scottish Iron Age textile goes on public display

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:00:00 BST

A fine piece of woven fabric, believed to be one of the oldest of its kind in Britain and dating back to the early to middle part of the Iron Age, goes on public display.

A Waiting Game: Life Beyond the Pink Ribbon

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:00:00 BST

A powerful new play written by UofG PhD student Lori Delaney will explore the real, often untold stories of breast cancer.

First UK broadcasting devolution study gets go ahead

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:01:00 BST

The first four-nations study of broadcasting policy in a devolved UK is set to begin following the awarding of a major research grant.

Ancient human settlement discovered on Scottish island pushes known boundaries

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:00:00 BST

A team of archaeologists and scientists led by Karen Hardy, Professor of Prehistoric Archaeology at the University of Glasgow, has discovered evidence for one of the earliest human populations yet known in Scotland.

University of Glasgow academic appointed as ambassador for the European Research Council to the UK

Thu, 01 May 2025 15:00:00 BST

Professor Mona Simion, Co-Director of the COGITO Epistemology Research Centre in the College of Arts and Humanities, has been appointed Ambassador for the European Research Council (ERC) to the UK.

UofG set to host third annual James McCune Smith Conference

Thu, 15 May 2025 08:30:44 BST

The University of Glasgow is set to play host to a conference which will celebrate and amplify the voices and visions of Black scholars, thinkers, and changemakers.

Ukie CEO Nick Poole appointed Honorary Professor at UofG

Mon, 19 May 2025 16:30:00 BST

UofG has announced the appointment of Nick Poole, CEO of Ukie (UK Interactive Entertainment), as an Honorary Professor of Digital Culture within the School of Humanities

REF chairs and deputy chairs for expert sub-panels announced

Thu, 22 May 2025 10:00:00 BST

Among the new appointees are two academics from the College of Arts & Humanities

Medieval scholars believed Scottish independence was entirely compatible with being British

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 11:00:00 BST

New research by a leading historian from the University of Glasgow shows a surprising historical perspective on being British.

UofG launches next-generation safety training to transform culture in UK screen industry

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:55:00 BST

A new immersive safety training programme developed at UofG aims to enhance safety culture across the UK’s screen industries by offering a next-generation approach to crew training.

REF 2029 People, Culture and Environment pilot panels membership announced

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:00:00 BST

REF 2029 have now announced the membership of the panels for the development of the People, Culture and Environment which includes three College of Arts & Humanities colleagues.

New 'Screen Carbon Test' launches to help audiences and creators assess climate messaging in film and TV

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:00:00 BST

A groundbreaking new tool to evaluate how well film and television represent climate change is being launched to the public at the University of Glasgow’s Dear Green Music Scene festival.

UofG philosophy professor awarded prestigious ERC Advanced Grants

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 12:02:00 BST

Five UofG academics including Arts & Humanities Professor J Adam Carter have been awarded prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grants – the most that the University has ever been awarded in one round.

Leaders in UK screen call for a renewed focus on women's equity in the film and TV industries

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:30:00 BST

The calls comes as a new evidence-based guide for effective policy design is published.

Commemoration Day 2025

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 16:02:00 BST

The University of Glasgow awarded honorary degrees to eight individuals in recognition of their achievements in the fields of arts, politics, business, humanities and science.

“Birthday na Bliadhna Bhogaidh" aig Oilthigh Ghlaschu

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:00:00 BST

Fifth Anniversary of Gaelic with Immersion Programme at the University of Glasgow

Arts & Humanities academics elected new Fellows by The British Academy

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 11:00:00 BST

Emeritus History Professor Callum G Brown and Sociolinguistics Professor Jennifer Smith are among 92 academics recognised with a Fellowship.

RSE awards over £729k to boost Scotland’s research sector

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 12:02:00 BST

The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) has announced that 73 exceptional research projects were selected at the spring 2025 Research Awards open call – including a researcher from the College of Arts & Humanities.

University of Glasgow filmed theatre play will help explore climate crisis impact on UK forests

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:00:00 BST

A filmed theatre production has secured additional funding from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to expand its reach and spark discussions about the complex challenges facing UK forests.

CILIP appoints Dr David McMenemy inaugural Chair of new Intellectual Freedom Committee

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:00:05 BST

The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) is pleased to announce the inaugural Chair of its new Intellectual Freedom Committee.

Archaeologists invite public to help ‘excavate their memories’ of Scotland’s first skatepark

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:00:00 BST

The archaeological fieldwork is being supported by Society of Antiquaries of Scotland and will help to preserve the legacy of Scotland’s first skatepark, with opportunities for the public to get involved.

REF2029 Panel Members Announced

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:41:00 BST

Among the announced panel members are 18 academics from the University of Glasgow

Scotland’s largest city positions itself as UK’s 3D content creation capital

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:00 BST

UofG, The Glasgow School of Art (GSA) and City of Glasgow College (CoGC) are joining forces with key industry partners Float Digital, ISO Design, Lateral North and Soluis to establish the 3D Content Creation Working Group.

SGSAH Appoints New Director

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:00:00 BST

Professor Maria Fusco appointed as new Director of the Scottish Graduate School for Arts & Humanities

Overtourism research shortlisted for THE Award

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:00:00 BST

A research project led by Dr Guillem Colom-Montero from the School of Modern Languages and Cultures has been shortlisted for Research Project of the Year: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Awards.

Arts & Humanities subjects in UK top 20

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:00:00 BST

The College of Arts & Humanities has secured a strong showing in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.

Earliest archaeological evidence of blue indigo dye found on 34,000-year-old grinding tools

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:00:00 BST

New research has found the earliest evidence of the use of blue dye in the archaeological record, dating back over 34,000 years.

Evan Mawdsley wins the 12th annual Gilder Lehrman Military History Prize

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:00:00 BST

The historian and author was awarded the prestigious $50,000 prize for his book, Supremacy at Sea.

Forgotten scholar’s books shed light on 17th century Scotland

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:00:00 BST

The personal library owned by a 17th century Scottish minister, academic and administrator has been brought together for the first time in more than 370 years.

Manuscripts & the Mind: A new exhibition turns visitors into researchers

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:00:00 BST

A new exhibition, Manuscripts & the Mind: How we read & respond to the written word, has opened at the Chester Beatty, Dublin.

Book Tales: Storytelling through the lives of readers past and present

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow and The Mitchell Library invite you to explore the rich and historical life of books in a series of engaging Being Human Festival events in November.

Archaeologists recover hundreds of Jacobite projectiles in unexplored area of Culloden  

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Archaeologists from the University of Glasgow and the National Trust for Scotland have recovered more than 100 projectiles, including lead musket balls and cannon shot, from Culloden Battlefield.

UofG honoured with The University of the West Indies Chancellor’s Award

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow has received The Chancellor’s Award from The University of the West Indies (UWI).

Scottish students startup summit aims to ignite the next generation of games and tech entrepreneurs

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:00:00 GMT

“Hello World!”: Scottish students startup summit aims to ignite the next generation of games and tech entrepreneurs

Glasgow 850: Leading UofG archaeologist Stephen Driscoll brings the city’s story to life

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:00:00 GMT

This week, the Dalrymple Lectures will draw on that lifetime of work as Professor Stephen Driscoll of the University of Glasgow brings the city’s archaeology to life, showing how discoveries from Govan to the Cathedral reveal Glasgow’s origins and its wider global significance.

Ross Roy Prize – 2025 Winner Announced

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:50:13 GMT

The 2025 Ross Roy Prize has been awarded to UofG's Dr Suping Li. The prize is awarded annually to the best PhD thesis submitted on a subject relating to Scottish literature.

Funding grant secured for groundbreaking research on early British voices and identities

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:00:00 GMT

An innovative research project, which aims to uncover the diverse voices, identities, and cultural interactions that shaped early British history, has been awarded £1.4 million UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)-funding.

Exhibition lifts curtain on Glasgow's historic panto tradition

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT

A special exhibition celebrating the rich history of Glaswegian and Scottish pantomime has officially opened at Glasgow City Chambers, offering visitors a festive journey through one of Scotland’s most beloved traditions.

History of Art dedicates its Resource Centre to their late colleague Dr John Richards

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

UofG dedicates its Resource Centre to late colleague Dr John Richards

UofG leads new international project tackling AI bias in speech recognition

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Seven new projects will strengthen collaborations between US and UK researchers to address the ethical, legal and societal implications of artificial intelligence (AI). Among them is a major initiative led by the University of Glasgow that will confront bias in Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) systems.

First Virtual Reality kiosk for Museums in the Metaverse launched

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow has unveiled its first [un]box Virtual Reality kiosk, a self-contained gateway to worlds that were once out of reach.

Influential researcher awarded honorary doctorate at Lund University

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:00:18 GMT

UofG's Professor Scott Spurlock has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the Faculty of Theology at Lund University.

Five of Scotland’s most amazing archaeological discoveries from 2025

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

UofG's Burnswark hillfort archaeology dig named among Scotland’s top discoveries after settlement breakthrough

Your Burns Supper matters: help shape the future of a global and living tradition

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT

The Centre for Robert Burns Studies is calling on people worldwide to help create a crowdsourced archive of Burns Night events, viewable through an interactive global map launching in July 2026 on the 225th anniversary of the first Burns Supper.

The Gift of the Gabaldon

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

A ground breaking new book, Outlander and Scotland: Touchstones and Signposts, has just been published and is based on an international Outlander conference hosted by UofG in 2023.