MyGlasgow News

ICAMS gains Bronze Athena SWAN Award

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 09:00:00 BST

The Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences (ICAMS) has become the latest University of Glasgow recipient of a prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze award today, 28 April 2016.

SRC Freshers' Helpers wanted

Tue, 03 May 2016 09:31:00 BST

Looking for a fantastic experience this September – apply now to become an SRC Freshers' Week Helper!

University Travel Insurance

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 14:38:00 BST

The way in which staff and post-graduate students apply for travel insurance is changing.

Race Equality Group

Mon, 02 May 2016 18:17:00 BST

The University’s Race Equality Champion, Professor John Briggs, Clerk of Senate, will convene the first Race Equality Group of the new academic session on 18 May 2016.

Sarah Cleaveland elected Royal Society Fellow

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 10:25:00 BST

Professor Sarah Cleaveland has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society for her work on infectious diseases.

Award for Excellence in Teaching for Jim Murdoch

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 16:13:00 BST

The University’s Professor of Public Law, Jim Murdoch, is to receive the fifth annual European Award for Excellence in Teaching in the Social Sciences and Humanities.

Faith and the First World War

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 15:59:00 BST

The Faith and the First World War Conference will take place at the University of Glasgow from 21 July to 22 July 2016. Submit a paper and register for the event.

Writing the Global Crisis

Wed, 27 Apr 2016 14:50:00 BST

A chance to attend a lecture by Fellow of the British Academy, Geoffrey Parker, a world-renowned expert on the social, political and military history of Early Modern Europe

Stevenson Election Special: The Holyrood Election

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 14:52:00 BST

Join a panel of Glasgow scholars who will share reflections on the underlying dynamics, issues and prospects for the May 5th Holyrood election.

Inspiring Rewards are here

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 15:49:00 BST

HR's Pay and Rewards team have just launched a 'special offers and staff discounts' portal aptly titled 'Inspiring Rewards'.

Tech from the future arrives in Scotland

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 09:42:00 BST

The first quantum technology exhibition of its kind is launched at the Glasgow Science Centre

Researchers: bring postdocs to work with you

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 15:44:00 BST

From anywhere in the world, funded by the EU, through the MSCA Individual Fellowships (IF)The 2016 call is now open with a deadline 14 September 2016

Help boost the Staff Survey

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:06:00 BST

We need your support in building a strong response rate for the 2016 UofG Staff Survey.

Delegation from Malawi visit UofG to strengthen ties

Tue, 26 Apr 2016 09:33:00 BST

A delegation from the University of Malawi’s College of Medicine were welcomed to the University of Glasgow last week.

Email Campaign 2016

Wed, 11 May 2016 14:08:00 BST

The University is running a campaign to help everyone cut the number of emails

RGS honour for Professor Jo Sharp

Tue, 10 May 2016 09:07:00 BST

The Royal Geographical Society has awarded the Busk Medal to the UofG's Professor Jo Sharp in recognition of her innovative fieldwork and empowerment of others.

UofG scientists win gravitational waves prize

Tue, 10 May 2016 07:39:00 BST

University of Glasgow scientists involved in the gravitational gaves discovery have won a share of a top international prize.

Friends of Glasgow University LIbrary

Tue, 10 May 2016 11:29:00 BST

A new website for the Friends of Glasgow University Library...and the first fully illustrated account of the Library goes on sale.

News round-up

Tue, 10 May 2016 07:36:00 BST

Want to work with Internal Communications? Has Devolution failed? Clinical Research Paper of the Year 2016 ...and a special invitation for University staff.

UofG and The Smithsonian

Tue, 10 May 2016 07:42:00 BST

Last month the University of Glasgow signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Smithsonian Institution. See the gallery of photos from this historic event.

Irish Ambassador Lecture

Tue, 10 May 2016 08:00:00 BST

Ireland's Ambassador to the UK treats the University to a 'sparkling' lecture on the poet W.B. Yeats and the Easter Rising of 1916.

New fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Thu, 05 May 2016 11:31:00 BST

Three top researchers from MVLS have been named as fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences, for their contribution to medical sciences, research and healthcare.

Calling all student dog-lovers

Mon, 09 May 2016 16:42:00 BST

Need to de-stress after exams? Come on down to the John McIntyre Building on Friday 3 June as the SRC and Canine Concern Scotland Trust will be bringing you - MORE Dogs on Campus!

End of Life Studies research group expands

Fri, 06 May 2016 11:12:00 BST

The Glasgow End of Life Studies Group has grown with the arrival of Ben Colburn, Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Glasgow.

SGSAH Summer School registration now open

Tue, 10 May 2016 09:00:00 BST

A range of workshops and events for doctoral researchers is taking place in June.

Antibiotic Apocalypse

Mon, 09 May 2016 10:52:00 BST

A UofG graduate has produced a short film to help change public perceptions on the value of antibiotics.

Take part in a hackathon on copyright

Fri, 06 May 2016 10:54:00 BST

This hackathon event will explore how new approaches to mining and visualising data can provide the evidence needed to push forward real changes to copyright law.

Bursary opportunities for accountancy and finance

Mon, 09 May 2016 11:13:00 BST

Students from disadvantaged communities are being offered the opportunity to apply for accountancy and finance bursaries through the ICAS Foundation and University of Glasgow.

Big Response to Staff Survey

Tue, 10 May 2016 07:46:00 BST

Hundreds of UofG members of staff have already completed their questionnaire. Please take part and make your opinion count. VIDEO

UCU to take industrial action over pay

Mon, 09 May 2016 16:25:00 BST

The University has been notified by the University and College Union (UCU)that it is calling two days of strike action later this month in support of its national dispute over this year’s pay negotiations

Gravitational waves researcher becomes 'Youth Icon'

Fri, 13 May 2016 09:18:00 BST

A University of Glasgow PhD researcher has become the “Youth Icon” of Malaysia in recognition of her contribution to Gravitational Waves research.

Rhian Touyz: Distinguished Scientist Award

Mon, 16 May 2016 09:50:00 BST

Professor Rhian Touyz, director of the Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences has received a Distinguished Scientist Award from the American Society of Hypertension.

EU Referendum - Senate statement

Mon, 16 May 2016 16:41:00 BST

The University's Council of Senate has agreed a statement on the forthcoming EU referendum.

UofG row for glory

Mon, 16 May 2016 10:19:00 BST

It's the Scottish Boat Race this weekend with the Glasgow University Boat Club hoping to beat their 'auld enemy' Edinburgh in what's thought to be the third oldest such competition in the world.

Student Life Survey

Mon, 16 May 2016 16:32:00 BST

It is not too late to have your say in the Student Life Survey.

Large UofG delegation visit Hong Kong

Thu, 12 May 2016 15:06:00 BST

One of the largest ever academic delegations to represent the University of Glasgow visited Hong Kong last week to establish new links and reinforce existing links with the University of Hong Kong.

Meet Dr Liberty Vittert

Thu, 12 May 2016 11:35:00 BST

The University of Glasgow is a place where people inspire people to change the world. This feature celebrates our vibrant community of inspiring people. Meet Dr Liberty Vittert.

District Heating Scheme winner

Mon, 16 May 2016 12:32:00 BST

Nursing student Catherine Lear was the winner of our recent prize draw as part of our District Heating Scheme opinion survey.

UofG in Converge Challenge

Tue, 17 May 2016 11:17:00 BST

A host of staff and students from The University of Glasgow are taking part in this year’s Converge Challenge.

Commemoration Day

Fri, 13 May 2016 11:32:00 BST

The foundation of the University of Glasgow in 1451 is celebrated each year on Commemoration Day. Wednesday 15 June 9.30am - 3pm

Campus Development Update

Mon, 16 May 2016 15:51:00 BST

Engaging with the West End community...and three University architectural gems receive nominations for the 2016 Year Of Architecture.

Road closures for Great Women’s 10k

Tue, 17 May 2016 11:58:00 BST

The Great Women’s 10k Glasgow will take place in the west-end on Sunday 5 June with a start time of 10:30am. There are road closures affecting the local area.

Check out Gaelic-medium education

Thu, 19 May 2016 11:27:00 BST

A chance for Mums and Dads to learn about the opportunities that exist in Glasgow for children and parents to access Gaelic-medium education.

Give Gaelic a go!

Fri, 27 May 2016 11:08:00 BST

A series of free events for staff on Gaelic at the University and Gaelic-medium education in Glasgow.

Guardian university league tables 2017

Tue, 24 May 2016 11:19:00 BST

The University has been ranked third in Scotland - up one place - in the latest Guardian university league tables.

RSE honours Iain McInnes and Tiziana Lembo

Wed, 18 May 2016 15:17:00 BST

The Sir James Black Prize Medal has been awarded to Professor Iain McInnes and Dr Tiziana Lembo has won the Patrick Neill Medal.

Edinburgh's day in Boaty McBoat Race

Tue, 24 May 2016 10:36:00 BST

Glasgow's women were victorious in the weekend's Scottish Boat Race; Edinburgh took the men's title - but it was the east coast team that secured overall victory.

Industrial Action

Mon, 23 May 2016 14:36:00 BST

Human Resources guidance for staff on the industrial action planned for this week.

News and events round-up

Mon, 16 May 2016 07:36:00 BST

Third Degree.. ‌An experiment to eclipse all others...Visiting Professorship at LSE for Philip Schlesinger...Road closures for Great Women’s 10k

Principal hosts alumni reception in Singapore

Tue, 24 May 2016 10:41:00 BST

A reception for University of Glasgow alumni was held on Tuesday 10 May at Eden Hall, the British High Commissioner's Residence in Singapore.

Japanese film crew visit UofG

Tue, 24 May 2016 09:30:00 BST

The University last week hosted a film crew from the Japanese television channel Tokyo Broadcasting System who were making a documentary about alumnus Kaichi Watanabe.

UofG hosts symposium on health in prisons

Mon, 23 May 2016 22:10:00 BST

The Social and Public Health Sciences Unit has hosted a remarkably topical symposium on health in prisons.

Four Heist Awards nominations for UofG

Mon, 23 May 2016 16:45:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been nominated in the categories of: Most Effective Use of Social Media, Best Low Budget Initiative, Best Internal Communications and Best Undergraduate Prospectus.

Researchers shine a light on mental health

Thu, 19 May 2016 15:16:00 BST

Free film screening of 'Patrick's Day' and Q&A on mental health research for Glasgow Science Festival.

Invitation to health conferences

Mon, 23 May 2016 10:38:00 BST

The College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences is holding two conferences next month; Evidence for the Future and One Health Day.

UofG tops BBSRC competition

Thu, 19 May 2016 14:43:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has been ranked the top university and overall runner-up in the prestigious national BBSRC Excellence with Impact competition.

Beware Tier 4 Visa Scam

Mon, 23 May 2016 11:08:00 BST

Phone fraudsters are targeting students with UK Tier 4 visas. Here's how they do it...

Battle of Jutland Centenary

Fri, 20 May 2016 11:14:00 BST

British and German warships will lay wreaths at the site of the Battle of Jutland in the North Sea to commemorate the biggest naval engagement of the First World War.

Give Gaelic a go!

Fri, 27 May 2016 11:58:00 BST

A series of free events for staff on Gaelic at the University and Gaelic-medium education in Glasgow.

Battle of Jutland remembered

Fri, 20 May 2016 11:14:00 BST

The University has remembered the four, young members of the University community who died 100 years ago today in the Battle of Jutland.

New social media toolkit available

Tue, 31 May 2016 11:20:00 BST

The new Social Media Toolkit features all the guidance you need to set up and manage UofG social media accounts. Read it online.

Final push for the Staff Survey

Tue, 10 May 2016 09:56:00 BST

A record breaking number of staff have completed the 2016 UofG Staff Survey. Don't miss out on your chance to share your opinions.

Small ads have moved

Fri, 20 May 2016 13:37:00 BST

The MyGlasgow Small Ads service has moved to Yammer - now students can it too.

New Scotland meets Old

Tue, 31 May 2016 10:34:00 BST

Student teachers from St Francis Xavier University, Nova Scotia and the School of Interdisciplinary Studies exchange learning experiences.

MVLS Graduate School appointments

Fri, 27 May 2016 14:04:00 BST

The Head of the College of MVLS, Professor Anna Dominiczak, has announced two, new academic appointments within the Graduate School.

Organ Recital

Wed, 25 May 2016 10:10:00 BST

Poland's Jan Bokszczanin will be giving an organ recital in the Memorial Chapel at 7.30 on Wednesday 1 June.

Mandy Maclean receives grant of more than £1m

Thu, 26 May 2016 13:58:00 BST

The British Heart Foundation have awarded Professor Mandy Maclean a further five years of programme grant funding of more than £1m to further her research.

Cosmic Cabaret highlights UofG space research

Tue, 24 May 2016 15:27:00 BST

A poet, a comedian and a musician walk into a physics building…

Innovation Engine Room

Thu, 26 May 2016 14:34:00 BST

Do you have an idea or innovation which could help those who require health and care services to be able to stay at home for longer and live a healthier life.

THE Awards 2016

Wed, 18 May 2016 14:36:00 BST

Calls open for the Times Higher Education Awards 2016

Travel plan to ring changes

Fri, 27 May 2016 10:36:00 BST

A major transport and travel plan for the University has been published and is expected to have a big impact on how staff and students get to work and move around during the day.

Immigration, National Identity and Political Trust in Europe

Wed, 01 Jun 2016 09:40:00 BST

The Stevenson Trust for Citizenship lecture: 'Immigration, National Identity and Political Trust in Europe' - Professor Lauren McLaren. 6 June at 6pm.

University Services Innovation Fund

Fri, 27 May 2016 14:13:00 BST

​​The University Services Innovation Fund is a new initiative aimed at supporting US projects that improve service quality and efficiency. Have YOU or your team got an inspiring idea that could be a winner?

Commemoration Day

Fri, 13 May 2016 11:32:00 BST

The foundation of the University of Glasgow in 1451 is celebrated each year on Commemoration Day. This year's event will be on Wednesday 15 June at 9.30am to 3pm.

Fun Family Science at the Glasgow Science Festival

Thu, 19 May 2016 15:46:00 BST

Come along to the free ‘Science Sunday Big Birthday Bash’ at the University of Glasgow.