MyGlasgow News

The Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs, Fiona Hyslop, described the University of Glasgow's 'rich history' when she spoke at the public launch of the new book “Building Knowledge”, an architectural history published in association with Historic Scotland.‌

Ms Hyslop, a University of Glasgow alumna, wrote a foreword for the book in which she spoke of her sense of awe at the scale of the buildings when she arrived as a new student in 1981. She told told an audience in the Fore Hall that the new volume was 'quite, quite magnificent'.

"Building Knowledge is a quite remarkable book, not just for those with a connection to the University; it tells us about Scotland's rich story of learning and culture through the wonderful buildings that continue to inspire thousands of students, residents and visitors alike in Glasgow and beyond," said Ms Hyslop.

Principal, Anton Muscatelli, in his introductory remarks, said the University campus never failed to inspire those who visit, whether it was for the first time or the hundredth time. "It has a 'wow' factor that I don't think you can manufacture. For those of you who are fans of Twitter, you'll realise that every day we have a number of people who happen to come to the campus and say how tremendous it is and how unusual. It is an asset we are really, really proud of." He said the book reminded people that what we have today is an evolving and ongoing story that will run for many years to come. 

The audience at the launch was treated to a presentation by the book's author, Nick Haynes, who then spent some time answering questions from the audience. 

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First published: 5 June 2013