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Glasgow University Sport Association Action Plan

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:42:54 GMT

Glasgow University Sport Association want to hear from you to influence the upcoming UofG Sport Association Action Plan, whether you're involved with sport or not have your voice heard!

Nominate Your Stars for the VCS Awards 2025!

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:38:00 GMT

Do you know an individual, club or society who deserves to be recognised for their efforts? Nominate them today for the SRC's Volunteering, Clubs and Societies Awards 2025

Annual University Service: 850th Anniversary of the City of Glasgow

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:17:00 GMT

Find out how you can get involved in celebrating the City of Glasgow at the Annual University Service at Glasgow Cathedral

Volunteering at UofG: How to Get Involved

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:11:00 GMT

Ever wanted to take up volunteering? Find out how you can get involved with the Students' Representative Council!

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Student, studying, socialising

Careers, Employability and Opportunity Student Survey

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:20:00 GMT

We are conducting a survey to gather your feedback on Careers, Employability & Opportunity.

UofG Welcome 2025
UofG Welcome 2025

UofG January Welcome 2025

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:41:00 GMT

Find out more about how you can get involved in January Welcome events whether you're joining us for the first time or returning from the winter break

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graphic with the words student opportunites hub 2025, new internships now live

Happy New Year from the Student Opportunities Hub!

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 16:04:05 GMT

We’ve got some very exciting opportunities for 2025 coming up and we’re kicking off the year already with some brand-new internships.

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Students sitting in the JMS laughing

Complete Registration and Enrolment

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:44:00 BST

Find out how to complete Registration and Enrolment as well as how to get help with either of these from the Registratoin and Enrolment Support Team.

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Welcome Week 2025

Explore everything on offer during Welcome Week 2025! All new and returning students are welcome to attend. 

Find out more

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A student intern posing in the cloisters with his championship belt

Joe McCluskey: UofG Apprentice and Scottish Heavyweight Boxing Champion

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:24:00 BST

Find out how UofG Estates intern Joe McCluskey balances his apprenticeship alongside training and becoming a Scottish Heavyweight Boxing Champion

Scotland: Creating The Jobs Of Tomorrow

Wed, 21 May 2025 15:10:10 BST

‘Scotland: Creating the Jobs of Tomorrow’ aims to help shape Scotland’s economic future by showcasing how innovation can drive growth and create high-quality jobs.

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Student, studying, socialising

Navigating Writing as a Neurodivergent Postgraduate Woman Talk

Thu, 08 May 2025 13:19:00 BST

This talk explores the process of navigating writing as a postgraduate neurodivergent woman.

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Two students studying in a pod in the JMS

Listen to your Lecture Notes with SenusAccess

Thu, 08 May 2025 09:59:14 BST

You can use SensusAccess to convert readings, presentation slides, lecture notes and other files into alternative formats like mp3, E-book and more

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University of Glasgow logo with PGR survey logo on the right of it

Postgraduate Research Survey

Thu, 08 May 2025 12:59:28 BST

All PGR's are invited via Qualtrics to take part in the UofG PGR Experience Survey 2025!

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Students walking outside

GTRSB (Gypsy, Traveller, Roma, Showperson, Boater) Pledge for Higher Education

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 17:31:00 GMT

Are you from a GTRSB (Gypsy, Traveller, Roma, Showperson, Boater) background? Have your voice heard about your experience navigating higher education

Student Financial Support (April 2025)

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:21:00 BST

Looking for additional financial support and interested in what funding UofG offers? You can check out the support offered by our Financial Aid team. The team currently offers a number of schemes for students.

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Two students studying at a table in the library. On the table is a phone, two laptops and a water bottle.

Getting ready for exams: study spaces and IT support

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:30:03 BST

As the exam season approaches, our UofG Reach Out Library and IT teams are here to help.

Apply To Become A Student Listener

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:14:00 BST

Find out how you can help fellow students and provide a free, confidential space for them to share worries and concerns by applying to become a Student Listener

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The Gilbert Scott Tower on the right lit by the sun, a tree of cherry blossoms in bloom on the left

Things To Do Over The Easter Break

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:50:00 BST

Looking for some things to do during the upcoming Spring Break? Here are some suggestions from thrifting, things to do in and out of Glasgow and much more!

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Silhouette of the Gilbert Scott Tower, the photo is made up of photos of women from across UofG

International Women's Day 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 11:02:00 GMT

We're proud to celebrate International Women's Day with our Team UofG Community, with highlighting women in STEM, events across campus and more!

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Student sitting at a desk with a laptop

Update to Summer Exam Resit Dates 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 11:44:00 GMT

The dates for the upcoming Summer resit diet will be different than in previous years, to allow more time for marking after exams and before the results deadline.

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a graphic showing speakers for the event

Creative Futures: In Conversation with Scottish Opera

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:48:00 GMT

In this Creative Futures event Professor of Musicology, Eva Moreda Rodriguez, and Professor of Theatre Studies, Anselm Heinrich, will facilitate the conversation.

Duncan Calvert (centre) was elected President, Frank Chen (left) was elected Vice President (Student Support), and Ayush Garg (right) was elected Vice President (Education)
Duncan Calvert (centre) was elected President, Frank Chen (left) was elected Vice President (Student Support), and Ayush Garg (right) was elected Vice President (Education)

Record Turnout for Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Spring Elections 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:51:00 GMT

Students' Representative Council Spring Election 2025 Results

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A rendering showing the library with a new annex

UofG Library Annexe Closures in March 2025 

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:13:00 GMT

To make some improvements to the Annexe of the University Library we'll be installing soundproof partitions. This means levels 5-9 will be closed for short periods of time.

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A flyer which says Join us for the Sustainable Travel Week 2025!

Sustainable Travel Week 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:41:28 GMT

From 10 - 15 March we're celebrating Sustainable Travel Week 2025! Find out more about events you can get involved in which promote active and sustainable travel!

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Students sitting together with laptop

Join the Student Marketing Advisory Panel (SMAP)!

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:44:00 GMT

Find our more about how you can help shape the future of our campus through SMAP

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A wide photograph of the university of glasgow at night with the lights turned into a rainbow pattern to signify the Pride Flag

LGBTQ+ History Month at UofG - Rainbow Hours

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:10:00 GMT

Find out more about Rainbow Office Hours - an opportunity for you to talk to an LGBTQ+ member of staff about LGBTQ+ issues. The sessions are drop-in and you do not need to book an appointment before you attend.

Upcoming Postgraduate Events

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:19:00 GMT

Chat to staff, students and academics to find out all about life as a postgraduate student at UofG! Join us for sessions from university service teams and academic information sessions.

Student Voice Workshop: Share Your Insights into Feedback at UofG

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:12:00 GMT

We are looking to gain more insights into your experiences of providing feedback on academic and non-academic contexts during your time at the university.

Student Financial Support January 2025

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:20:00 GMT

Find out more about financial supprort offered by the university as well as support from the SRC Advice Centre

Student Listeners - A space to be heard

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:55:16 GMT

Student Listeners are a confidential, student-led service where students can talk and share their problems either online or in person. Our trained Student Listeners will listen without advising or directing you. Check out our video for an explanation of what we do.

Creative Connections: 25 - 26 February

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:54:00 GMT

How can you weave creativity into your career journey? Sign up for Creative Connections to find out how you can do that and more!

Winter Graduation Timetable Now Available!

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 GMT

Our Winter Graduation Ceremony Timetable is online now!

National Student Survey 2025

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 11:51:00 GMT

The NSS, which is run by Ipsos MORI, is an opportunity for students to give feedback on what they liked about their experience at the University of Glasgow and what could be improved.

LGBTQ+ History Month at UofG

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:50:00 GMT

Find out how you can get involved in LGBTQ+ History Month at UofG as well as reflecting on what we're doing throughout February

Join The University of Glasgow's Disability Equality Group (DEG) and Race Equality Group (REG)

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:45:00 GMT

Are you looking for ways to promote equality and foster an inclusive environment on campus? We are seeking new student representatives to join the Disability Equality Group and the Race Equality Group - sign up today!

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:57:00 GMT

Explore Counselling and Psychological services available to you at UofG, as well as mental health and wellbeing support with the Wisdom app and from external services

Calling All Students Who Joined Team UofG Through Clearing!

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:22:48 GMT

We want to hear from you if you came to Glasgow through Clearing! Share your story with us so that we can help future students navigate with confidence!

Student Teaching Awards 2025

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:17:00 GMT

Every year the Students’ Representative Council hosts the Student Teaching Awards (aka the STAs): awards that recognise and celebrate the incredible efforts staff and students put towards their teaching, support, and representation.

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Graphic with The Tenimentals written across the top, the silhouette of the Finneston Crain is below the text

The Tenementals: Popular Music as Academic Research + Drinks Reception

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 11:17:50 GMT

Join us for an evening of four short papers on Popular Music as Academic Research and launch of The Tenementals Listening Post at the ARC!

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A graphic with an image of a student petting a therapy dog with Spring de-stress above

Take a Break with the SRC’s Exam De-Stress Programme

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:51:00 BST

The Spring Exam Diet is fast approaching – and the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) is here to help students through it.

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An image with the SRC logo and Election branding logo, it reads; Student Council Elections 2025 VICE PRESIDENT STUDENT ACTIVITIES BY-ELECTION

Vote for Your Next Vice President Student Activities

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:44:00 BST

Voye for your next Vice President Student Activities! The VPSA is tasked with supporting and representing students in all areas of extracurricular life at UofG

A play by UofG PhD Lori Delaney called A Waiting Game is premiered on 1 May 2025
A play by UofG PhD Lori Delaney called A Waiting Game is premiered on 1 May 2025

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.

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Four students walk through the Dumfries Campus

Engagement Events, Funding and Opportunities

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:57:59 BST

Opportunities for you to get involved in everything from volunteering, funding, awards and more!

A graphic with the words; Want to help new international students settle into life at UofG and the UK? Looking for a leadership opportunity and a chance to meet new people? Volunteer to be a Big Buddy!
A graphic with the words; Want to help new international students settle into life at UofG and the UK? Looking for a leadership opportunity and a chance to meet new people? Volunteer to be a Big Buddy!

Be a Big Buddy in the new International Student Buddying Scheme!

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:35:00 BST

Want to help new international students settle into life at UoG and the UK? Looking for a leadership opportunity and a chance to meet new people? Volunteer to be a Big Buddy!

FIND A SOLUTION 2025 Organisation & Internships Guide All roles are open for applications from Tuesday, 1 April to Monday, 14 April 2025
FIND A SOLUTION 2025 Organisation & Internships Guide All roles are open for applications from Tuesday, 1 April to Monday, 14 April 2025

Find A Solution - Paid Summer Internships

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:06:00 BST

The Student Opportunities Hub has 41 paid summer internships with Third Sector organisations! Our Find A Solution programme is back for 2025 and we have more opportunities than ever before.

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A graphic showing the words UK Youth Poll 2025

UK Youth Poll 2025

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:37:00 BST

The University of Glasgow’s John Smith Centre partnered with leading UK pollster Focaldata to carry out in-depth conversations with young people aged 16-29 across the country, and to publish a poll of their attitudes and priorities.

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Students sitting under a tree

Top Tips For Wellbeing During Exam Season

Thu, 08 May 2025 09:00:00 BST

Here we’ve rounded up some top tips to help you feel calm and in control during revision and exam season

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Illustration of a crest with Glasgow Celebrates across the middle, the crest is sitting in front of an illustration of a park with people walking

Glasgow Science Festival 2025: Glasgow Celebrates

Thu, 08 May 2025 15:25:00 BST

Explore everything on offer at this year's Glasgow Science Fair as the festival celebrates Glasgow's 850th birthday

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A rendering of one of the new buildings on Church Street

Have your say in shaping new student residences

Thu, 15 May 2025 09:59:00 BST

Share your views on what matters most to you regarding new student residences at UofG

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A hot drink voucher sitting in an empty UofG Coffee Cup

Discounts Over the Exam Period

Thu, 08 May 2025 13:08:00 BST

From hot drinks vouchers to 20% off stationary and study materials find out how you can take advantage of exam time discounts!

15th - 29th May 2025 A festival of academic writing support for Academics, PGRs, Research Staff, Technicians and Research Professionals
15th - 29th May 2025 A festival of academic writing support for Academics, PGRs, Research Staff, Technicians and Research Professionals

Write of Spring 2025

Thu, 08 May 2025 15:48:50 BST

Write of Spring is a two-week long festival of writing that celebrates, reflects on and engages with academic writing practice

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A man standing on a beach smiling to the camera

Adding A Student Perspective - UofG Learning and Teaching Internship

Thu, 08 May 2025 10:58:00 BST

Learning and Teaching Intern Alessandro Peacock shares his experience working with UofG's Learning and Teaching Strategy, making an impact and developing skills

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Students in student accommodation

Claiming A TV Licence Refund

Thu, 08 May 2025 13:02:42 BST

If you're leaving halls or rented accommodation and moving to a licensed address, you can apply for a refund for your TV Licence

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A group of students and staff posing for a group photo at a Rainbow Hours session

Visibility matters: Creating space, community, and belonging with Rainbow Office Hours

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:57:00 BST

As we mark Pride Month, we take this moment not only to celebrate LGBTQ+ identities but also to reflect on the ongoing work to make our universities places where every student and staff member can thrive.

Understanding how to support communities to engage in sustainable travel in Glasgow City Region

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:14:00 BST

Share your perspectives on public transport, walking, cycling and wheeling to create a more accessible and sustainable transport system.

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A graphic showing illuatrations of people out in nature - the text reads

communiMap to empower local climate action in Glasgow and beyond

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:32:54 BST

Looking for a new way to engage with local climate action? You can thanks to a community science app co-designed by researchers at the University of Glasgow and local community members.

Travel advice updated for the Middle East

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:45:00 BST

The Foreign Office advises against all travel to parts of the region.

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Illustration of a thistle on the left with the words Explorathon making research real beside.

Explorathon call for ideas - now open!

Thu, 08 May 2025 14:52:00 BST

The call for ideas for Explorathon, Europe’s biggest festival of research, is now open!

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A man on the left side of the frame smiling towards the camera, the graphic text reads I'm APPLYING NOW... for student loans, tuition fees, grants and bursaries. SAAS Funding your future

Don't snooze your SAAS

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:46:55 BST

SAAS are open for applications for the 2025 - 2026 session - start your application early!

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Image of the main building in the sun

Traffic restrictions: University Avenue and Gibson Street (21–24 June)

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 15:38:56 BST

Information on essential works on University Avenue and Gibson Street

Simple new check-in requirements for anyone on a Student Visa / Tier 4 Visa

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:30:00 GMT

The Home Office requires that you engage with your studies while on your Visa, so this new process will help you log your attendance at each class

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Students socialising at an event in the QMU

Student Experience: Community Development Internships now available

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 09:32:00 GMT

Find out more about the opportunities and internships available to you on the Student Opportunities Hub!

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A progressive pride flag

What is the Progress Pride Flag?

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 14:12:00 BST

Here at UofG we raise the Progress Pride Flag every year. Explore the meaning behind each part of the flag and why we use this version.

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A wide photograph of the university of glasgow at night with the lights turned into a rainbow pattern to signify the Pride Flag

What is Pride Month?

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 14:09:00 BST

Want to know what Pride Month is all about, and what it means to celebrate Pride at UofG? Here's what you need to know!

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Students sitting in the JMS laughing

Putting your feedback into action – enhancing the student experience

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:05:00 GMT

Find out how sharing your feedback with us can help to shape your student experience during your time at UofG and for future students!

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Two students smiling at a computer.

Important Update: Moodle App

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:23:38 BST

From 15th October 2025, the University will no longer support the use of the Moodle app. This will not impact your access to Moodle; it is only the mobile app which we will not support.

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A graphic of the earth with a green filter

U21 RISE Awards

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:36:00 GMT

Universitas 21 (U21) is a diverse, global network that brings together world-leading, research-intensive universities across six continents, who share a common belief in the value of collaboration and internationalisation.

Four students walk through the Dumfries Campus
Four students walk through the Dumfries Campus

Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:10:00 BST

Here are some top tips and guideance to make sure you can maintain a healthy lifestyle as we begin the new academic year

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A woman standing at a podium with a microphone smiling

Michelle Hinkson-Cox – an artistic visionary 

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:35:00 BST

Explore the story of UofG PhD student Michelle Hinkson-Cox who served as Artistic Director for the festival for Caribbean Festival of Arts (CARIFESTA XV)

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A creative of a person eating pizza with the words - Fuel your studies with £500 in food vouchers from Santander Open Academy Enter our prize draw for a chance to win

Santander Fuel Your Studies - Win £500 in Food Vouchers

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:50:00 BST

Santander, is giving you the chance to win £500 in food vouchers through their Fuel Your Studies student prize draw.

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a photo of people standing together forming a heart shape with the words meet your four student bodies at UofG to the right

Meet Your Four Student Bodies

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:21:00 BST

At UofG, you have not just one but four student bodies on campus that you can get involved in! Find out more about what each does, where to find them, signature events to look out for and more!

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Students sitting under a tree

Optimising your Wellbeing at University

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:31:00 BST

We’ve rounded up some top tips to help you feel calm and in control as the first semester kicks off!

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UofG Freshers Week 2025

Explore everything on offer during Freshers Week 2025 including events across campus and how to get involved!

Find out more

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graphic with an orange background with the title future creatives

Future Creatives

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:34:45 BST

We are excited to share the programme for Future Creatives, a showcase event celebrating the work, projects and performances by students from the School of Culture & Creative Arts taking place on Thursday 6 November 2025 at Queen Margaret Union, University of Glasgow.

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Two students sitting on a kerb smiling at the camera, text reads; save it, spend it, study with it. Be in with a chance of winning a £1000 grant, enter by 27 Nov 2025

Santander Brighter Futures - Win One of 10 £1000 Grants

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:00:00 BST

The Brighter Futures Grants programme is back for another year in partnership with Santander! You have the chance to win one of 10 grants, each worth £1,000, to support your student life.

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Photo of the new principal smiling at the camera

University of Glasgow welcomes new Principal and Vice-Chancellor

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:05:00 BST

The University of Glasgow welcomed Professor Andy Schofield as he took up the position of Principal and Vice-Chancellor, on 1 October 2025. ‌‌At the start of the first full week in his new role, Professor Schofield has recorded a message for the University community.

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Students sitting together with laptop

Student Experience Spotlight: 2025 Student Experience Wrapped

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:55:00 BST

Each month, we will be spotlighting the work happening behind the scenes to make student life better, more inclusive, and more exciting. From new spaces to fresh initiatives, SES Spotlight is all about celebrating progress and making sure it's driven by you, the students.

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A photo on the left of a group of students at a resident life event. A photo on the right of a group of students socialising in the Glasgow University Union

Student Experience Spotlight: ResLife Reimagined

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:39:00 BST

We are reimagining and prioritising professional support, student empowerment, and community connection in your halls. Here’s what you can expect!

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Four students sitting behind desks with computers in front of them smiling at the camera

Student Experience Spotlight: ReachOut IT TechBar Support

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:24:00 BST

ReachOut IT TechBar is here to support your digital wellbeing and help you stay cyber secure. It provides visible and accessible in-person IT support close to the Library entrance.

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A group of students attending a team uofg together event in the cloisters

Student Experience Spotlight: Team UofG Together

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:29:00 BST

Looking to meet new people, grab a free lunch, or just take a break from the uni grind? Team UofG Together is here to help you feel more connected, included, and supported at UofG.

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an image of the student portal on a mobile phone screen next to a photo of the student support finder interface on a laptop screen

Student Experience Spotlight: Student Support Finder

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:23:00 BST

Find out how the Student Experience Strategy is expanding the new Student Portal with information and support for you!

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A group of contestants standing in front of an audience at Kelvin Games Jam 2024

World-Changing Glasgow Games Jam

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:52:47 BST

Join a team to see if you can win a £500 prize in this game competition! £100 prizes will be awarded to the top 2 runners up! Celebrating 850 Years of Innovation & Imagination Glasgow has given the world television, ultrasound, Irn Bru, raincoats, legendary artists, and groundbreaking ideas. Now it’s your turn. To mark the city’s 850th anniversary, we’re inviting students to take part in the World-Changing Glasgow Games Jam — a celebration of creativity, risk-taking, and bold new visions.

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Students sitting at a table

A student perspective: UofG Learning & Teaching internship opportunities now open!

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:46:00 BST

Interested in applying for a student internship with the Learning & Teaching Strategy Unit? Find out what it’s like to work with the team from previous student intern Sndos Alhamdan.

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A graphic with a brown background and green yellow and red text which reads Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month 2025: Standing Firm in Power and Pride

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:55:06 BST

Explore opportunities to get involved and celebrate Black History Month 2025 with University and student-led events!

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Students sitting in the JMS studying with phones and laptops

UofG Wellbeing Support Services

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:00:00 BST

UofG is here to support you, with a range of tools and services designed to help you access the right support whenever you need it. Here are some resources that may be especially useful at this time of year.

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Three students sitting around a table in the James McCune Smith Learning Hub, socialising and studying. On the table is a laptop and a water bottle

Booking for Semester 2 Meal Plans Now Available

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:17:59 GMT

Our prepaid meal plans take the stress out of eating, offering a convenient and affordable way to enjoy food on campus from the James McCune Smith Learning Hub

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A student sitting in the JMSLH looking at a laptop

Getting a new phone? Don’t forget to use your old phone to set up Multi-Factor Authentication

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:44:00 GMT

Find out what to do if you need to set up Multi-Factor Authentication for a new device, to make sure you stay connected to UofG services.

Make an Impact, Earn While You Learn – Join the University of Glasgow Calling Fundraising Team!

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:44:00 GMT

Do you have excellent communication skills and a passion for UofG? Apply to be a part of the Student Calling Fundraising Team!

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Student at Dumfries campus studying for exam

Top Tips for Wellbeing During Revision & Exam Season

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:40:00 GMT

The revision and exams period can be a stressful time. However, there are lots of proactive steps you can take to maintain your health, wellbeing and focus during revision and exam season this year.

Duncan Calvert and Andy Schofield sitting at a table smiling at the camera
Duncan Calvert and Andy Schofield sitting at a table smiling at the camera

SRC in Conversation with UofG Principal

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:48:00 GMT

Watch SRC President Duncan Calvert sit down with new Principal and Vice-Chancellor Andy Schofield for a wide-ranging conversation about student life at Glasgow.

Neurodiverse (ND) Networking Hours

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:23:00 GMT

Drop by for a chat and discuss anything around what it is to be ND at UofG with ND Networking Hours

U21 Sustainable Micro-internships programme

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:01:00 GMT

Share knowledge and expertise whilst immersing yourself in a commercial organisation tackling some of the world’s most pressing problems, outlined in the Sustainable Development goals - find out more and apply!

The logo of the Scottish Games Network
The logo of the Scottish Games Network

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

Five people standing in a line holding each letter of the word Maker - each letter is made up of different materials
Five people standing in a line holding each letter of the word Maker - each letter is made up of different materials

Maker Mondays are back in the ARC

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:05:00 GMT

Get involved in Maker Mondays, workshops that focus on different making activities as well as a place to get to know people from across UofG!

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Two men stand on an outdoor platform overlooking Uniersity of Glasgow's main campus.

Father and son students hoping to build a legacy of Black scholarship and storytelling

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:00:00 BST

Montel Gordon, one of the James McCune Smith PhD programme’s inaugural 2022 scholars, is being joined by his father, Paul, in a family journey of academic exploration.

A portrait of the late Dr John Richards outside No 8 University Gardens at the University of Glasgow
A portrait of the late Dr John Richards outside No 8 University Gardens at the University of Glasgow

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

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A photo of Professor Sara Carter smiling at the camera

Sara Carter, UofG Gender Equality Champion, 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-based Violence

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:54:00 GMT

"As the University’s Gender Equality Champion and a member of the University’s Senior Management Group, I give you my promise that I will keep working to create a better, safer and more supportive and inclusive university where everyone can feel safe and respected on our campuses."

The transgender flag with a logo in the middle reading Transgender Day of Remembrance
The transgender flag with a logo in the middle reading Transgender Day of Remembrance

Transgender Day of Remembrance

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:09:00 GMT

Join the UofG community to mark Transgender Day of Remembrance - a day to honour and remember the lives of trans and gender-diverse people lost to transphobia.

students marching on the streets of Glasgow against Gender-Based Violence
students marching on the streets of Glasgow against Gender-Based Violence

16 Days of Activism at UofG

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:12:00 GMT

Find out more about the UN 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence and how you can get involved at UofG

Destination Scotland: Your Future Career Path as an International Graduate

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:51:04 GMT

Join this upcoming webinar designed especially for international students and graduates who want to understand what Scotland has to offer, from career opportunities to the networks that can help you succeed.

A graphic with the words Disability History Month, with the SRC logo
A graphic with the words Disability History Month, with the SRC logo

Students’ Representative Council – Disability History Month 2025

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:04:00 GMT

Join the Students' Representative Council for a month-long programme of events and activities celebrating Disability History Month

English for Study and Communication Workshops

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:55:06 GMT

English for Study and Communication is a series of workshops available to all students and staff. These focus on a variety of English language skills and situations, both academic and non-academic.

6 students standing at a desk with a transgender flag hanging from the front of the table. Leaflets and fliers are on the table with a board with information about GLINTS behind.
6 students standing at a desk with a transgender flag hanging from the front of the table. Leaflets and fliers are on the table with a board with information about GLINTS behind.

Glasgow Lab for Intersex, Non-Binary and Trans Studies (GLINTS)

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:18:00 GMT

Interested in Trans studies? Find out more about how you can get involved with GLINTS

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Dr Lindsay Balfour posing for a professional headshot, looking at camera

Technologically-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence by Dr Lindsay Balfour, Senior Lecturer

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:58:00 GMT

As part of the UN's 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, UofG's Dr Lindsay Balfour explores what Technologically-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence is, why is it a problem at Universities and how you can stay safe.

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