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Image of the Universities Superannuation Fund (USS) logo

Update on UCU pensions dispute

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 08:00:00 BST

Latest on the dispute: Universities UK and the UCU trade union propose to establish a Joint Expert Panel to review the valuation of the USS pension scheme.

New, user-friendly service platform on the way

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 10:37:00 BST

The UofG is working on a new self-service platform for service delivery to students and staff. Find out more...

MPA Peer Network Update

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 09:45:00 BST

The MPA Peer Network would like to thank everyone who attended their recent events. More here...

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Travellers silhouetted against a window in an airport

University of Glasgow Travel Safety Protocol

Mon, 26 Mar 2018 16:46:00 BST

There's new advice for staff and students about travelling for work/study purposes. Take a look...

Action Counters Terrorism

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 11:10:00 GMT

Police Scotland are making organisations aware of a UK-wide public awareness campaign aimed against terrorism and extremist behaviour.

Image of Professor in Public Health and President of the University Athletics Football club, Thomas Ferguson
Image of Professor in Public Health and President of the University Athletics Football club, Thomas Ferguson

Ferguson Bequest Call

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 11:16:00 GMT

Have you got an idea that could be funded by the Ferguson Bequest for the benefit of UofG staff? Deadline 27 April.

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Aerial image of the University South Front

Help the UofG Transformation

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT

The World Class Glasgow Transformation Programme is a University-wide endeavour aimed at improving our systems and services, simplifying our processes, and making life better for our students and staff. Find out how you can get involved…

Image of the University Principal, Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli, seated.
Image of the University Principal, Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli, seated.

UofG Joins Women Mentoring Scheme

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 07:00:00 BST

The Principal, Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli has signed up to a new mentoring programme, which aims to help increase the number of women in senior executive roles.

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Image of the Scottish parliament chamber

New lobbying rules in place

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT

The Lobbying (Scotland) Act has come into force, which will see the University required to register certain engagements with policymakers at Holyrood on the new Lobbying Register.

Join the MPA Peer Network

Thu, 16 Nov 2017 11:47:00 GMT

All Management, Professional and Administrative staff are invited to join the MPA Peer Network. VIDEO

Branding for Scottish PEN and UofG event
Branding for Scottish PEN and UofG event

A Precarious Balance: Hate Speech and Free Expression

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 14:51:00 GMT

How can we protect free expression while at the same time tackling hate speech? Join Scottish PEN and the University of Glasgow for our annual symposium, this year exploring the complex issue of Hate Speech.

Rare Disease Day Glasgow

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 12:35:00 GMT

The second Rare Disease Day Glasgow event will be held on Friday 4 May at the Teaching & Learning Centre at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Ferguson Bequest theatre tickets

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 16:54:00 GMT

The Ferguson Bequest has recently purchased an allocation of Theatre Tickets for the Spring 2018 Ballot.

Image promoting the UofG Daily Mile / Walk with Me campaign
Image promoting the UofG Daily Mile / Walk with Me campaign

Do the Daily Mile

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 06:00:00 GMT

Our aim is simple - To encourage all staff and students right across the University to sit less and move more!

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Image of a lecturer with a tutorial class

Industrial action - message from Chief Operating Officer

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 10:03:00 GMT

The University's Chief Operating Officer has written to staff, updating on the industrial action and sharing the message communicated to the student community.

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Image of Jimmy Reid speaking as University Rector

Freedom of Speech at the UofG

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Read the University of Glasgow's policy on Freedom of Speech...

Staff golf club
Staff golf club

Join the staff golf club

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 12:18:00 GMT

The UofG Staff Golf Club is recruiting new members for the 2018 season.

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Image of the University in the snow from Kelvingrove Park

Praise for #Snowmageddon response

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 12:04:00 GMT

Tributes have been paid to Estates and Commercial Services staff - and many others - who worked so hard to help the UofG recover from the 'Beast from the East'.

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AthenaSwanGold

Institute of Health and Wellbeing wins Gold Athena Swan Award

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT

IHW has been awarded a Athena SWAN Gold award – the first Gold Departmental Award gained by the UofG

A birds-eye view of the campus
A birds-eye view of the campus

CO-CHOMHAIRLEACHAIDH POBLACH: Plana Gàidhlig Oilthigh Ghlaschu 2018–2021

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 11:44:00 GMT

Tha Oilthigh Ghlaschu a’ sireadh bheachdan air Plana Gàidhlig an Oilthighe (dreachd) 2018 – 2021.

Industrial Action Update

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 11:50:00 GMT

Industrial action update

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Image of the University grounds in frosty weather

UofG marks University Mental Health Day

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 08:30:00 GMT

University Mental Health Day is a national campaign to focus efforts on promoting the mental health of people who live, work and study in Higher Education. Find out more

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Branding from the motion picture Hidden Figures

Celebrating Hidden Figures on International Women’s Day 2018

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 14:03:00 GMT

International Women's Day - Hidden Figures Screening and Panel Discussion

Ruth Davidson 700
Ruth Davidson 700

Last chance to book tickets for Policy Scotland Lecture

Fri, 11 May 2018 14:29:00 BST

Scottish Tory leader Ruth Davidson and former UK Ambassador Sir Ivan Rogers are to deliver Policy Scotland lectures.

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Image of a bicycle in a bike lane

Take part in cycling month

Fri, 11 May 2018 11:00:00 BST

Staff and students can sign up for the Glasgow and Clyde Cycle Challenge and record their journeys to help improve the area's cycling network.

Take the Race At Work Survey

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 10:50:00 BST

The UK-wide Race At Work Survey 2018 is open until 18 May.

Research Staff Conference

Tue, 01 May 2018 11:15:00 BST

This event gives early-career researchers a chance to get practical advice on career development, publishing, funding, knowledge exchange and good research practice.

MPA Peer Network social night

Tue, 01 May 2018 11:53:00 BST

The next MPA Peer Network Team's informal social gathering will be held on Friday, May 4, from 5pm onwards.

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Image of Tay House

Recruitment Process Review continues with forthcoming ‘Drop In’ Information Sessions

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 10:29:00 BST

Key details on the new Recruitment Team structure and process have now been agreed, and the Recruitment Process Review is due to begin a transitional ‘soft launch’ period from 30 April.

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Image of coloured pencils

Our Brand Design Showcase

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 12:04:00 BST

Do you work with the University’s brand and designers? Then don’t miss our next all-staff Marketing Forum event!

MPA staff social

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 13:18:00 BST

The MPA Peer Network team would like to invite all colleagues in the Management, Professional and Administrative job family to join them for an informal post-work social.

'Tis the season to be cycling

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 13:56:00 BST

A series of spring/summer cycling events has been launched by the University's travel planning team.

Ask an expert - Jennifer Logue
Ask an expert - Jennifer Logue

First 'Ask the UofG Expert' on Facebook Live

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 16:42:00 BST

A chance to ask Dr Jennifer Logue any questions relating to Type 2 Diabetes.

A lovely view of the University in true, dreamy Hogwarts style
A lovely view of the University in true, dreamy Hogwarts style

Industrial Action Update

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 15:43:00 BST

The UCU has announced the result of its ballot of members on the latest proposals in the university pensions dispute: 64% of members who voted were in favour of accepting the proposals on a record 63.5% turnout.

LEADS needs your opinion

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 16:20:00 BST

Take this quick survey to help the LEADS team evaluate their communications.

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Generic branding for University of Glasgow Sport

Workout & grab a coffee at the Stevenson Building

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 11:35:00 BST

Hospitality Services in partnership with UofG Sport will be opening a pop-up café in the social space in the Stevenson Building from TUESDAY 17 April 2018.

Wolfson medical school
Wolfson medical school

Scottish Senior Clinical Fellowship Scheme 2018

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 11:58:00 BST

NHS Research Scotland (NRS) and Scottish universities Scottish Senior Clinical Fellowship Scheme 2018. Details here...

The MPA Peer Network Presents: De-Stress Not Distress

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 14:17:00 BST

Due to popular demand, the MPA Peer Network will be hosting an additional De-Stress Not Distress session - Tuesday 17 April. More here...

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Branding for the 2018 Pint of Science Festival

Pint of Science 2018

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 11:11:00 BST

Pint of Science Glasgow brings scientists out of the lab and in to your local pub! Runs 14 - 16 May. More here...