News in brief, 28 January, 2019

Published: 28 January 2019

A weekly round-up of news across the University

Benny Higgins appointed Honorary Professor

Benny Higgins is to take up a new role at the Adam Smith Business School as Honorary Professor.

He is Chair of National Galleries of Scotland and has a distinguished career in finance, including leadership roles at RBS, Tesco Bank and HBOS.

Benny will work closely with the School in a range of ways, including enthusing and supporting learning and teaching in the areas of leadership and financial management, lecturing and coaching students.

 

Stonewall Scotland to deliver LGBT Allies session for staff during LGBT History Month

Following up on the success of the first event, the Equality and Diversity Unit are hosting Stonewall Scotland to deliver the second LGBT Allies ‘Lunch and Learn’ Session for staff on Monday, 25 February 2019. Come along and explore how to be an effective ally for your LGBT colleagues, students and the wider University community. Allies are incredibly important to achieving LGBT equality, ensuring everyone can be themselves, without exception.

This session will look at the lived experiences of LGBT people in Scotland today and help you identify some practical ways you can demonstrate your support for LGBT equality in your individual roles, as well as your team, your School/Research Institute/Service and the wider University. At the end of the session you will be asked to sign a LGBT Ally Pledge designed by the LGBT+ Network.  You will then receive a free University of Glasgow Rainbow Pin Badge to identify you as an LGBT Ally.

A light sandwich buffet lunch will be provided. Numbers for the session are restricted by the venue, so book a place now at https://event.bookitbee.com/21012/uofg-stonewall-scotland-lgbt-allies-staff-lunch-2 where venue and timings can be found. 

 

Volunteering, Clubs and Societies Awards

It's your last chance to nominate in the Volunteering, Clubs and Societies Awards.

Students and staff can nominate in a range of categories, including: Outstanding Contribution to a Club or Society, Outstanding Contribution to Volunteering and  the World Changer Community Award (open to all students).

Find out more and nominate by Friday 1 February at www.glasgowstudent.net/events/vcs-awards.


First published: 28 January 2019