MyGlasgow News

Glasgow Law in the world top 50

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 16:23:00 BST

The UofG is ranked 48th in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Lesley Richmond honoured

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 11:49:00 BST

The former University Archivist and Deputy Director of the Library, Lesley Richmond, has been presented with a Distinguished Service award. VIDEO

Quantum Shorts Flash Fiction Competition

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 10:38:00 BST

The Quantum Shorts physics-inspired flash fiction competition is now open for entries.

Excellence at The Hunterian

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 11:32:00 BST

Record numbers of visitors benefit from The Hunterian team's excellent service.

UofG WW1 hero remembered

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 16:53:00 BST

A leading historian will give the inaugural Harry Ranken Memorial Lecture today (Tuesday 10 October 2017) at the University of Glasgow.

Transatlantic Literary Women Series: Edith Wharton Workshop

Sun, 08 Oct 2017 18:56:00 BST

Participants from Scotland, England, Ireland, Portugal, Germany, India and Canada took part in the recent Edith Wharton workshop.

MVLS ‘four aces’ top 2018 Good University Guide rankings

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 14:29:00 BST

MVLS celebrates its ‘four aces’ – Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing and Veterinary Medicine – placed in the top 1 or 2 in the UK in the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.

LEAF Symposium III

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 23:19:00 BST

The third annual Leading Enhancement in Assessment and Feedback (LEAF) Symposium will take place on 7 November 2017 in the Senate Room.

Future of Computational Science event

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 14:45:00 BST

An event on 16-18 October will ask just how much has computing affected other disciplines? How might it in the future? And how should the future generation of researchers prepare to work with increasingly complex systems?

Social science visits IKEA

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 14:21:00 BST

At home with social science: University of Glasgow visits IKEA

Explore the human brain

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 07:00:00 BST

All welcome at the Human Brain Open Day on 17 October at the SEC.

Black History Month at UofG

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 10:00:00 BST

To mark Black History Month UofG are holding a series of events throughout October.

Converge Challenge success for UofG grad

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 10:09:00 BST

UofG graduate Corien Stael scooped the Converge Challenge Design and Creativity Prize for her innovative product.

News in brief

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 14:39:00 BST

Liberty Vittert welcomes Patrick Grady MP...Ferguson Bequest theatre tickets...Gordon Brown on campus...Death in the Ice...Remembrance Sunday...Groundings academic journal recruiting editorial team...

In the news this week...

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 16:12:00 BST

Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak hosts Scotland’s Cabinet Secretary for Health and Wellbeing, Shona Robison MSP...former Prime Minister Gordon Brown to lecture...Remembrance Service...RTS Bursary comes to UofG...

The History and Origins of Brexit

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 21:23:00 BST

The former UK Ambassador to the European Union, Sir Ivan Rogers, will give the latest in a series of public lectures on Brexit on October 16th. A Policy Scotland event.

The Illusions Index

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 20:29:00 BST

How are your perceptions? Find out about The Illusions Index.

UofG’s contribution to Enabling Technology sector recognised

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 16:26:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been recognised as a significant contributor to Scotland’s Enabling Technology sector in a Science and Innovation Audit commissioned by the UK Government.

Principal moves up power list

Wed, 20 Sep 2017 16:02:00 BST

Principal Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli has risen dramatically in the 2017 Wonkhe Higher Education Power List, jumping nine places to 6th.

Urban Studies Scholars in Global Premier League

Mon, 25 Sep 2017 11:58:00 BST

Two University of Glasgow staff have been named in the top 50 cited authors in the field of Urban Studies.

Harry Ranken Memorial Lecture

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 17:33:00 BST

Remembering the First World War: Harry Ranken Memorial Lecture, 10 October.

History on fire

Mon, 25 Sep 2017 15:02:00 BST

Archaeologists from the University of Glasgow put on a fiery display over the weekend to help modern day Scots experience the mysterious world of prehistory.

We are Scottish University of the Year!

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 11:50:00 BST

The Principal, Professor Anton Muscatelli, has said that winning Scottish University of the Year is "a wonderful accolade and a real tribute to the hard work and endeavour of every member of staff and every student".

Celebrating Scottish University of the Year

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 09:39:00 BST

We asked students and staff what makes us Scottish University of the Year. VIDEOS

Tributes to UofG's Sir Teddy

Sun, 24 Sep 2017 20:26:00 BST

Former Conservative MP Sir Teddy Taylor has died at the age of 80. He was an alumnus of the University of Glasgow (MA 1958) and a leading figure in Scottish politics in the 1960s and 70s.

Around the world in (less than) 80 days

Sun, 24 Sep 2017 20:23:00 BST

It's been celebration time for UofG alumnus Mark Beaumont after his staggering, round-the-world bike ride.

UofG climbs the world class rankings in Arts & Humanities

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 08:00:00 BST

Arts and Humanities subjects have jumped eight places to 70th in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

UofG launches major history series

Mon, 18 Sep 2017 13:21:00 BST

Scotland’s leading historians and archivists are backing a major history series at the University of Glasgow.

Rector Aamer Anwar interview

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 09:30:00 BST

Rector Aamer Anwar talks to MyGlasgow News. VIDEO

Chengdu honours Prof John Marsh

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 07:13:00 BST

Professor John Marsh is to be presented with the prestigious Chengdu Jinsha Friendship Award in recognition of his role in the development of the relationship between the University of Glasgow and the University of Electronic Science and Technology China.

Open doors at new Maths & Stats building

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 17:05:00 BST

The School of Mathematics & Statistics welcomed staff, students and members of the local community into their new building on 13 September.VIDEO

Broons cameo role for the World’s Oldest Comic

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 06:00:00 BST

The Broons rescue UofG's priceless copy of a comic book first!

Careers Service wins national award for Student Engagement

Mon, 18 Sep 2017 12:39:00 BST

The Careers Service has won a national award recognising innovation and creativity in student engagement.

Human Brain Project Summit 2017

Mon, 18 Sep 2017 14:34:00 BST

Human Brain Project Summit Glasgow - Open Day, Tuesday 17 October 2017. All welcome. VIDEO

UofG projects recognised

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 17:44:00 BST

The work of the FemEng in Rwanda team and the Blantyre-Blantyre research project have been championed by politicians.

Civil Society Brexit Project launched

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 14:19:00 BST

This project is a collaboration between the Scottish Universities Legal Network on Europe (SULNE) and the Human Rights Consortium Scotland.

Engineering and Theatre Collide: Imagineer

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 16:23:00 BST

Free tickets available for a new theatre performance inspired by Glasgow engineers.

Support the Scotland-Malawi video competition

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 10:37:00 BST

Watch the new short film showcasing the links between UofG and Malawi.

SGSAH awarded £900,000

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 16:59:00 BST

The Scottish Graduate School for Arts & Humanities has been awarded over £900,000 to fund 12 PhD studentships in the creative and digital sectors.

Freshers’ Address 2017

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 16:53:00 BST

The Bute Hall was full to capacity and the student bodies were in high spirits for the 2017 UofG Freshers’ Address.

Derek Sellar retires

Thu, 07 Sep 2017 09:46:00 BST

Following almost thirty-eight years of service to UofG, Derek Sellar has retired from his position as Head Technician at the School of Life Sciences.

MBA 40th celebration marks milestone

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 15:49:00 BST

Staff, students and alumni celebrated 40 years of the UofG MBA course at a gala dinner.

UofG launches Centre for Computing Science Education

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 11:38:00 BST

A new initiative which aims to equip young people with the education and skills they will need to excel in the digital economy was launched at the University of Glasgow on 1 September.

Fantastic Plastic

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 16:10:00 BST

The School of Engineering welcomed 600 local school students to campus for the Scottish Plastic and Rubber Association’s Fantastic Plastic lecture.

Principal sets out his priorities as Chair of the Russell Group

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 14:44:00 BST

The Principal of the University of Glasgow Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli has taken up his role as the new chair of the Russell Group.

SRC President Kate Powell

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 10:52:00 BST

Present of Glasgow University Students' Representative Council Kate Powell talks to MyGlasgow News.

UofG awards shortlist

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 15:23:00 BST

University researchers and projects have been nominated for a clutch of upcoming awards.

Russian Studies celebrates centenary

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 11:26:00 BST

The Department of Russian Studies will celebrate its centenary at the University of Glasgow this weekend with a packed programme of events and a major academic conference.

Professor Tessa Holyoake

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 14:09:00 BST

Hundreds of people gathered in the University Chapel to pay tribute to the life and work of Professor Tessa Holyoake.

New Director Development and Alumni

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 15:33:00 BST

The University has announced a new Director of Development and Alumni, following the retirement of Cathy Bell.

Fellowship for School of Engineering head

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 09:31:00 BST

Professor David Cumming, head of the School of Engineering, has been named as a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering.

Record attendance at Open Day

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 09:28:00 BST

Up to 9,000 prospective students and their families visited UofG for the undergraduate Open Day.

City gets set for Explorathon

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 12:17:00 BST

Glasgow is once again gearing up for Explorathon 2017 when experts from the universities across the city hold a series of events to celebrate European Researchers’ Night.

Carol Monaghan MP visits QuantIC

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 11:53:00 BST

Carol Monaghan MP paid a private visit to the QuantIC Innovation Space on 1 September.

Global rankings rise for UofG

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 08:48:00 BST

We have risen eight places to 80th in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Dr Purnima Purohit

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 11:02:00 BST

Dr Purnima Purohit, researcher in the Adam Smith Business School.

Professor Peter Charles Wilkinson

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 09:42:00 BST

Peter Charles Wilkinson, retired Professor of Immunology.

New Executive Director of Student and Academic Services Appointed

Mon, 30 Oct 2017 16:50:00 GMT

Robert Partridge is to take up post as Executive Director of Student and Academic Services at the University on January 8, 2018.

Join the Tech Start Revolution

Fri, 27 Oct 2017 10:03:00 BST

Former COO of Skyscanner and UofG Alumni, Mark Logan, speaks to My Glasgow News on why he has decided to invest in UofG’s growing start up community VIDEO

All Kinds of Minds

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 11:11:00 GMT

TEDxUniversityofGlasgowSalon are holding their second Salon event of the year which will explore the theme of mental health.

Assistant Vice-Principal Appointment

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 15:50:00 BST

Des McNulty has been appointed to the position of Assistant Vice-Principal (Economic Development and Civic Engagement) from 1st October 2017 for 4 years.

World Antibiotic Awareness Week

Thu, 19 Oct 2017 14:26:00 BST

Events will be held to mark World Antibiotic Awareness Week, 13-19 November 2017.

Do you have a world-changing idea? Tech Start want to hear it!

Mon, 23 Oct 2017 15:47:00 BST

Tech Start want to support aspiring software–based start-ups within the University.

CREATe events for Autumn

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 16:15:00 BST

CREATe is pleased to announce a series of free Autumn events, including lectures, workshops and screening events.

Student Mental Health Awareness Week - Psychology

Mon, 23 Oct 2017 15:25:00 BST

Read about the School of Psychology's recent student mental health awareness week.

Missing People Training Innovation

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 14:17:00 BST

Research from UofG's School of Geographical and Earth Sciences contributes to a new training initiative for professionals helping missing people.

UofG makes gravitational waves...again

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 07:30:00 BST

Gravitational waves research has again put the UofG in the news....this time with a binary neutron star discovery. VIDEO

Priceless gift of Burns in Braillie

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:45:00 BST

A rare Braille collection of the complete works of Robert Burns has been gifted to the University of Glasgow.

Professor Anne Anderson - Gender Equality Champion

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 18:00:00 BST

Professor Anne Anderson discusses her role as Gender Equality Champion and the work currently being delivered to enhance gender equality across the University. VIDEO

Diversity Awards for University of Glasgow

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 14:34:00 BST

The University of Glasgow scooped two major firsts in the Herald Diversity Awards.

Assistant Vice-Principal Appointment

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 18:25:00 BST

Professor Jo-Anne Murray has been appointed to the position of Assistant Vice-Principal (Digital Education), from 1st November 2017 for 3 years.

News round up

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 07:30:00 BST

Professor Trevor Gale FAcSS...New Director for IT Services...Policy Scotland lecture - Brexit...Learning and Teaching Development Fund - small bids Call.

UoG Professor named charity Scientist of the Year

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 16:37:00 BST

A Professor at the UofG has been named Muscular Dystrophy UK’s 2017 Scientist of the Year.

Images with Impact Competition

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 15:16:00 BST

The College of MVLS is challenging its staff and students to provide a stunning image that tells a story.

Athena SWAN Award Successes

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 06:56:00 BST

University of Glasgow receives four Athena SWAN awards, recognising commitment to gender equality.

New Mental Health Action Plan launched

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 09:47:00 BST

New Mental Health Action Plan launched across the University to help support staff and students impacted by mental health issues. VIDEO

We All Have Mental Health

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 12:24:00 BST

Former Downing Street Press Secretary Alastair Campbell underlines the importance of openness around mental health. VIDEO

Holyrood praise for UofG Burns gift

Thu, 26 Oct 2017 15:21:00 BST

The Scottish Parliament has commended the gift of a rare collection of Robert Burns in Braille to the University of Glasgow.