MyGlasgow News

Court approves ‘Campus Vision’ blue print

Thu, 09 Oct 2014 11:23:00 BST

University Court has endorsed the Estate Strategy proposed by Director of Estates and Buildings, Ann Allen. It is a key stage in the development of the historic Gilmorehill Campus.

University: 'no' to fossil fuel

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 13:27:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has become the first in the UK to commit to taking its investments out of the fossil fuel industry...but it will take time.

Glasgow enters world top 100

Wed, 01 Oct 2014 16:10:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been rated amongst the top 100 universities in the world, according to Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Athena Swan boost

Mon, 06 Oct 2014 10:21:00 BST

A further two departmental Athena Swan awards have been conferred on the University of Glasgow.

Major Gilmorehill heating project underway

Thu, 09 Oct 2014 12:21:00 BST

The University has awarded the multi-million pound contract for the replacement of the existing steam heating system for the Gilmorehill Campus. Work is getting underway.

From cups to council tax

Tue, 07 Oct 2014 14:56:00 BST

How is the University trying to improve the way it does things? Visit the new Process Improvement web pages...and meet Graham Fisher, the man trying to help find the better way.

Archives win textile boost

Tue, 07 Oct 2014 09:19:00 BST

A project to enhance the University of Glasgow’s extensive collection of records relating to the Scottish textile industry has received a funding boost.

GUU / Stevenson next phase

Tue, 30 Sep 2014 09:40:00 BST

​The next phase of the redevelopment of the Glasgow University Union / Stevenson building is about to start within the next few weeks.

University Place parking

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 09:33:00 BST

Staff working in the Joseph Black building say haphazard and illegal parking is on occasion obstructing essential supplies and could potentially hamper fire engines and other emergency services.

World’s first for arts and humanities

Tue, 30 Sep 2014 09:41:00 BST

Doctoral researchers in Scotland are set to benefit from a unique £16.8 million initiative aimed at helping to train the next generation of professionals working in the arts and humanities.

WW1 MOOC goes live

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 10:08:00 BST

The latest MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) from the University of Glasgow on World War One is now live – but its not too late to join.

News and events round-up

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 11:17:00 BST

A round-up of University news and events from across the Campuses

Confucius Day celebration

Thu, 09 Oct 2014 10:41:00 BST

The University has been celebrating Confucius Day - the 10th anniversary of the founding of the Confucius Institutes.

Early Career Development Fund

Tue, 09 Sep 2014 16:39:00 BST

It has been announced that the Principal’s Early Career Development Fund will run again this academic session (2014/2015), and that the scheme has been expanded to include the University of Hong Kong.

Award for Mike Shand

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 09:36:00 BST

The University's Mike Shand has been honoured for "an outstanding contribution to the Society of Cartographers (SOC)". He is only the fourth recipient of the SOC award.

A 'fish' called Murphy

Thu, 02 Oct 2014 11:16:00 BST

A newly-discovered genus of Zambian freshwater phytoplankton has been named in honour of a University of Glasgow plant and freshwater ecologist.

Fans' fitness scheme wins award

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 12:49:00 BST

A healthy lifestyle programme aimed at helping overweight male football fans lose weight and become fitter, designed by the University of Glasgow, has won a community sports award.

Library Friends' new Honorary President

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 09:16:00 BST

The Chancellor, Sir Kenneth Calman, is to be the new Honorary President of the Friends of Glasgow University Library.

Free lunchtime Masterclass Talks

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 10:49:00 BST

The Centre for Open Studies' series of free, lunchtime Masterclass Talks continues. Details here.

International Partnership

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 11:09:00 BST

International Partnership Development Fund - initial round of funding is available on a matched basis with Colleges.

Help shape University strategy

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 11:38:00 BST

A series of strategy workshops is being held offering an opportunity for all staff to share their views on the future direction of the University of Glasgow.

HR Director briefs on USS

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 11:26:00 BST

The University of Glasgow's Director of Human Resources, Christine Barr, has written to staff clarifying proposed changes to the USS pension scheme.

Principal responds to 'scare stories'

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 11:28:00 BST

The Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Anton Muscatelli, writes about the current controversy surrounding the future of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS).

Energy science commitment

Fri, 24 Oct 2014 11:38:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has reaffirmed its continuing commitment to a vibrant range of teaching and research activities in energy science and engineering. It follows the recent decision to withdraw investments in the fossil fuel industry.

HR Excellence in Research Award: Consultation

Fri, 24 Oct 2014 16:20:00 BST

The University is keen to consult research staff and research managers as an action plan is prepared for the 'HR Excellence in Research Award’ from the European Commission

Physics medal for Professor Paul

Wed, 15 Oct 2014 19:30:00 BST

A University physicist has joined some of the world’s most celebrated scientists in receiving a rare award.

Still time to shape University strategy

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 11:38:00 BST

Places are still available at a series of strategy workshops at which staff can share their views and help shape the future direction of the University of Glasgow.

Tay House update meeting 1 December

Mon, 27 Oct 2014 09:53:00 GMT

Staff who will be relocating to new offices at Tay House, Charing Cross early next year are being invited to an update / briefing meeting on Monday 1 December in the Sir Charles Wilson building lecture theatre.

GUU / Stevenson fly-thru

Tue, 30 Sep 2014 09:40:00 BST

​The next phase of the redevelopment of the Glasgow University Union / Stevenson building is getting underway. An animated "fly thru" video has been released giving an impression of how the new building will look.

University's External Relations

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 11:41:00 BST

The University of Glasgow's External Relations Policy is now available. It follows an internal audit last year which examined external relations management and an accompanying wide consultation among University staff.

News and events round-up

Wed, 08 Oct 2014 11:17:00 BST

A round-up of University news and events from across the Campuses

Vets on TV

Mon, 27 Oct 2014 12:20:00 GMT

The University’s School of Veterinary Medicine will be appearing on the small screen once again as the focus of a new documentary on Channel 4.

Internationalisation Consultation Day

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 12:33:00 BST

Plans have been announced for an Internationalisation Consultation Day on Thursday, 27 November. A message from Professor James C. Conroy, Vice Principal (Internationalisation).

Reception for international students

Sun, 26 Oct 2014 15:18:00 GMT

Nearly 100 international students who have been awarded scholarships attended a reception hosted in the Senate Room by the International Office last week.

Muffy Calder looks forward

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 14:48:00 BST

How will Professor Muffy Calder approach her role as the Head of the College of Science and Engineering? Reporter Claire Diamond has been to see her.

Professor Philip Schlesinger to OFCOM

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 11:33:00 BST

Professor Philip Schlesinger has been appointed to the content board of Ofcom, the independent regulator and competition authority for the UK communications industries.

Prof. David Clark Harvard link up

Fri, 24 Oct 2014 14:15:00 BST

Professor David Clark has accepted a place on the Scientific Advisory Committee of the Harvard Global Equity Initiative-Lancet Commission on Global Access to Pain Control and Palliative Care.

Award for WTCMP

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 16:43:00 BST

The Wellcome Trust Centre for Molecular Parasitology (WTCMP) have scooped a prestigious award in the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce Business awards 2014.

Glasgow awards finalists

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 11:45:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has two finalists in this year's Prospects Postgraduate Awards, which saw more than a hundred universities, businesses and students enter

Hunterian Associates Showcase

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 16:27:00 BST

This special free event is an opportunity to enjoy presentations by this year's Hunterian Associates - postgraduate researchers inspired by The Hunterian's world class collections.

Race Equality Group

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 15:55:00 BST

Professor John Briggs, the University's Race Equality Champion, is planning to establish a University Race Equality Group (REG) which would report to the Equality and Diversity Strategy Committee.

University hosts 'Only Human?'

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 15:10:00 BST

The University's Gilmorehill Campus is to play host to a festival of the humanities next month, bringing together film-makers, geographers, philosophers and performers.

Learning and Teaching Conference

Wed, 22 Oct 2014 14:09:00 BST

The deadline for abstracts for the 2015 Learning and Teaching Conference is Friday 14 November. The Conference is open to all members of the University community.