UofG and The Smithsonian
Published: 10 May 2016
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.
Last month the University of Glasgow signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Smithsonian Institution, formally cementing a relationship which stems back more than 20 years.
Check out the photos from this this historic event:
The MOU signatories were Professor James Conroy, Vice-Principal (International), representing the University of Glasgow, and Dr Richard Kurin, Acting Provost and Under Secretary for Museums and Research, representing the Smithsonian.
The signing took place at a ceremony in the Smithsonian Castle, Washington DC, hosted by the Grand Challenges Consortia.
Speaking on the day of the signing Professor James Conroy said: “This marks a significant moment in both histories of these two world changing institutions. The MOU will forge stronger links for the benefit of all, helping enhance greater learning and knowledge exchange and provide greater opportunities for students and staff both here in Scotland and the United States of America.”
First published: 10 May 2016
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