Dumfries Campus
Date: Tuesday 13 January 2026
Time: 17:00 - 20:00
Venue: Near Glencaple, we will meet in Foyer of Rutherford McCowan
Category: Student events, Community events

What’s planned?

Stargazing with Elizabeth, who will help us identify stars, constellations, and even the Milky Way.
Spotting the International Space Station (ISS).
Lighting a firepit and toasting marshmallows under the night sky.
What you’ll need:

Suitable footwear (wellies or waterproof walking boots recommended)
Warm, waterproof clothing
A torch or headtorch
Scottish weather can be unpredictable, so please dress for all conditions. After the event, we’ll drop students back at Student Halls and Dumfries Whitesands before returning to campus. Limited parking is available for those bringing their own car.

Please note: This event is weather dependent and will be cancelled if conditions are especially poor.

Booking is essential. Book here. 

More information


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Welcome Week and Freshers

Our Welcome Week and Freshers Events are from Monday 15th September to Friday 19th September 2025 - and we can't wait to welcome you! You will find our full schedule of events for Undergraduate and Postgraduate students here. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact our Student Experience Team. For information on Registration and Enrolment for new students, please visit our Registration Webpages

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Clubs and Organisations

There are a variety of exciting clubs and organisations you can join within Dumfries and Galloway. Find out more here

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Gym and Sports Facilities

We work in partnership with UWS and Dumfries and Galloway College to provide a series of sports events and activities each week. These are held at the Dumfries and Galloway College Sports Halls, just a 2 minute walk from the Rutherford McCowan Building on campus.

For more information about what's on and the weekly timetable, please visit: DG Active Campus Social Media