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Aerial image of University wide vista from South 700x300

UofG and UCU Glasgow call for talks

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 09:06:00 GMT

The University and UCU Glasgow have issued a joint statement about the current strike action calling for talks. More here...

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Image of the red and blue Facebook Live logo

Facebook Live on this week's industrial action

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 10:15:00 GMT

Watch David Duncan, Chief Operating Officer, and Ann Gow from Glasgow University and College Union (GUCU) in this Facebook Live broadcast. VIDEO

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Image of the design used for Campus Card

Campus Card Update

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 12:49:00 GMT

The UofG's Campus Card Project has begun the first phase of a three-year project to upgrade access control infrastructure, standardising a single system across all University buildings.

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Logo for the It Stops Now campaign

Seeking staff to take part in a focus group

Thu, 22 Feb 2018 16:17:00 GMT

Are you interested in taking part in focus groups to help us develop campaign and training materials to tackle sexual violence and harassment?

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Image of the UofG Small Animal Hospital

Vet School Staff Discount

Mon, 26 Feb 2018 12:37:00 GMT

The School of Veterinary Medicine is delighted to announce a 20% discount for all University staff pet owners using the Small Animal Hospital referral service or Small Animal Hospital out-of-hours first opinion emergency service.

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Imaging for Islam Awareness Week

Islam Awareness Week

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 15:31:00 GMT

Glasgow University Muslim Students Association (GUMSA) are taking part in a nation-wide event called Islam Awareness Week which will be held from the 19-25 February.

Meet World Changing Glasgow

Mon, 12 Feb 2018 16:19:00 GMT

As part of our new brand and stakeholder campaign, External Relations have updated our Meet World Changing Glasgow corporate brochure.

Mobile-friendly self-service is coming

Mon, 12 Feb 2018 14:13:00 GMT

Consultations will take place this spring and summer as the University works towards launching a new Self-Service Platform.

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Image of the Gilbert Scott Building (skywards)

Industrial Action Update

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 09:12:00 GMT

The University's Director of Human Resources, Christine Barr, has made clear the University's position on the industrial action being taken by members of the University and College Union (UCU).

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Image of a family playing together outside

Changes to eligibility to join the Childcare Voucher Scheme

Mon, 12 Feb 2018 11:22:00 GMT

As a result of Government legislative changes all childcare voucher schemes will close to new applicants with effect from 6 April 2018.

New vacancies - Dean of Global Engagement

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:54:00 GMT

UofG's international ambitions are being re-energised through the appointment of a suite of strategic internationalisation roles. DEADLINE EXTENDED.

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Image promoting the UofG Daily Mile / Walk with Me campaign

Come and join the UofG Daily Mile

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 06:00:00 GMT

Staff and students have been beating off the Winter blues by joining the UofG Sport Daily Mile. Come and join in...

Charity Trustee Opportunity

Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:09:00 GMT

A unique opportunity has arisen to become a trustee of Local Energy Action Plan (LEAP) - a Renfrewshire-based charity.

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Image of a lecturer with a tutorial class

Teaching Excellence Awards

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 10:45:00 GMT

Submit your nominations for the Teaching Excellence Awards by 23 March 2018.

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Image of many data servers in a brightly lit server room

MyCampus Downtime Update

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 06:00:00 GMT

Following successful completion of testing, plans are moving forward to upgrade MyCampus. The live system will be taken down at 8am on Thursday 8 February and will be back up at 8am on Tuesday 13 February.

Graduate Level Apprenticeships

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 10:00:00 GMT

The University of Glasgow’s School of Computing Science and Skills Development Scotland invite you to attend an event looking at Graduate Level Apprenticeships in Software Development.

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Image of two people collaborating with a lap top screen visible

Changes to Design Framework

Mon, 05 Feb 2018 12:12:00 GMT

If you work with designers then please note that UofG’s approved design agencies have now changed.

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Image of shelves with books

Diversity Book Group

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 12:08:00 GMT

Diversity Book Group is open to all and is for those who want to learn about the wide variety of cultures and traditions on our campus by discussing books at lunchtime.

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

Industrial Action – USS Pension Reform Update

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 09:23:00 GMT

An update from Dr David Duncan, the University of Glasgow's Chief Operating Officer.

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Image of the University grounds in frosty weather

University apologises for email error

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 14:26:00 GMT

The UofG has apologised to the students, alumni, friends and members of staff who received an email sent from the Alumni Office on Wednesday 31 January with the heading: ‘BAcc 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner - could you be our Class Champion?’.

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Image of a group of students taken from the World Changers web pages

Meet ‘World Changing Glasgow’

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 10:54:00 GMT

Our brand is changing as part of a campaign to reposition our University in a competitive global market place. We’re saying goodbye to our Inspiring People brand message and a big hello to World Changing Glasgow.

Counselling and Psychological Services to expand

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 09:51:00 GMT

Counselling and Psychological Services are to expand.

LTDF - Call for Bids

Mon, 22 Jan 2018 15:30:00 GMT

The Learning and Teaching Development Fund (LTDF) supports developments in the practice of learning and teaching. A Call for Bids for 2018-19 is now open.

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Image of old leather-bound library books courtesy FGUL

A Heap of Books on the Floor?

Mon, 29 Jan 2018 11:53:00 GMT

Transcribing the earliest catalogues of William Hunter’s library - a talk on Tuesday 13 February.

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Image of seated students on campus

MyCampus down time update

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 09:00:00 GMT

MyCampus will be unavailable to all users from 0800 on Thursday 8 February until 0800 on Tuesday 13 February. This includes the Online Application System and Applicant Self-Service.

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Image of people enjoying exercise

UofG Sport Staff Experience Review

Mon, 22 Jan 2018 13:06:00 GMT

UofG Sport are currently completing a review of the sport, health and wellbeing provision available to UofG staff. Find out more...and get a free UofG Sport Nike T-shirt!

Scottish Crucible 2018

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 10:46:00 GMT

Scottish Crucible 2018....call for applications now open.

Disability Equality Group– Staff Representative Required

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 15:32:00 GMT

The Disability Equality Group is seeking one more staff representative.

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USS pension logo (700x300)

USS Pension Update

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 07:30:00 GMT

USS Pension Update by David Duncan, Chief Operating Officer and University Secretary

Staff Benefits Update: New Year, New Finances

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 12:59:00 GMT

Saving for something special? A reminder of some of the financial benefits available to UofG staff.

MPA Peer Network Christmas Fair

Thu, 04 Jan 2018 11:33:00 GMT

The MPA Peer Network celebrated a successful launch at their Christmas Fair in December.

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Image of many data servers in a brightly lit server room

GDPR is coming...

Mon, 08 Jan 2018 14:50:00 GMT

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is coming all too soon to a College/Service near you!

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Image of a plant

Continuing Professional Development Events

Mon, 08 Jan 2018 12:58:00 GMT

LEADS are delighted to announce a very full programme of CPD events for the upcoming semester.

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Image of LOTS of cars on campus

Parking Plus scheme to close

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 10:10:00 GMT

Because of UK Government tax changes already announced, the Parking Plus salary sacrifice scheme is coming to an end.

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Image of the academic retreat called The Burn

The Burn - space for study

Fri, 13 Feb 2015 14:05:00 GMT

If you are looking for the ideal location for academic study or a team away-session, The Burn near Brechin in Angus is just the place.

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Students in quad

Need help with your English?

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 07:00:00 GMT

English for Academic Study offer free English lectures & workshops.

Free IT training courses

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 16:49:00 BST

New dates added for IT training courses.

Cò a' choimhearsnachd Ghàidhlig againn? | Who are our Gaelic community?

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 12:38:00 GMT

A staff skills survey is being launched ahead of the University’s 6th annual Gaelic Language Day celebrations on March 1. More here...