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We’re here to keep our UofG family of graduates, supporters and friends from across the world connected with the University of Glasgow, so stay in touch :)

02/09/2026

🧠 The Turner Kirk Centre for Spatial Reasoning is helping to shape the future of education, supporting young people to build confidence in maths and STEM while helping to tackle attainment gaps across Scotland.

In this video, education professionals share the impact they're seeing firsthand and how support from our alumni, donors and wider University community helps make this transformative work possible. 🙏

Visit the webpage to learn more: https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/spatialreasoning/

01/09/2026

📢 Calling University of Glasgow alumni 📢

Have you used the knowledge, skills and connections gained through your University of Glasgow experience to make a difference in your community, profession or beyond?

Applications for the Study UK Alumni Awards 2027 are now open. These prestigious awards celebrate the achievements of international alumni who have created impact in their industries, communities and countries after studying in the UK.

This could be your opportunity to share your story, gain international recognition and win a trip to the UK.

Find out more and apply: https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/after-your-studies/alumni-awards

31/08/2026

🧠✍️ Earlier this year, we welcomed members of our community to Byres Community Hub for a unique workshop exploring the fascinating connection between science and storytelling.

Led by physiologists from the University of Glasgow as part of Glasgow Science Festival's 20th anniversary celebrations, participants discovered the wonders of the human body through creative writing, crafting haikus inspired by physiology, writing from the perspective of organs, and reflecting on the stories our bodies hold.

The session brought together curiosity, creativity and conversation, before continuing over a shared community lunch as part of The Eden Project's Big Lunch initiative.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped create such an engaging and inspiring event. It was wonderful to see science explored in new ways and to celebrate the power of community learning and connection. 🧠📚✨

25/08/2026

We look forward to the next time we get to celebrate graduation with new members of our alumni community 💙

🏃⚽ What role did sport play in your University experience?At the University of Glasgow, sport is about far more than com...
20/08/2026

🏃⚽ What role did sport play in your University experience?

At the University of Glasgow, sport is about far more than competition. Across 51 sports clubs, students from around 90 nationalities come together to stay active, support their wellbeing and build friendships that can last a lifetime.

While some students compete at the highest levels, many participate for the sense of community, balance and belonging that sport creates alongside the demands of academic life.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, more students can access these opportunities regardless of their financial circumstances. Through the Sports Bursary Programme and the Chancellor's Fund, support is helping remove barriers such as membership fees, equipment costs and travel expenses.

Last year, around 120 students received bursary support. Some were able to pursue elite sporting ambitions, with Glasgow students representing Great Britain at the World University Games. Others were simply given the opportunity to join a club, make friends and become part of the University community.

As one student explained: "Socially, mentally, and physically my life is improved for being part of a Glasgow University Sports Association club."

Founded in 1881, GUSA has been helping students connect, develop and thrive for almost 150 years. Today, that tradition continues through sport, student leadership and a welcoming community spirit that benefits students long after graduation.

Discover how donor support is helping students take part, thrive and belong in the latest edition of Giving to Glasgow.

🔗 https://www.gla.ac.uk/connect/supportus/givingtoglasgow/health-wellbeing/the-power-of-taking-part/

17/08/2026

🌟 There’s no single path after graduation.

From heritage management and local government to research and beyond, our Humanities graduates share how curiosity, transferable skills and an open mind helped shape their careers.

In this video, University of Glasgow alumni and students reflect on navigating career changes, taking unexpected opportunities and applying the analytical, research and communication skills gained through their studies in a wide range of sectors.

Watch to discover how a Humanities degree can open doors in ways you might not expect.

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13/08/2026

From designing and building an electric race car to developing autonomous vehicle technology, UG Racing gives University of Glasgow students an opportunity to turn classroom learning into real world experience.

Each year, more than 160 students work together to create, test and race a single seater electric vehicle while developing valuable technical, leadership and teamwork skills.

In this video, hear from members of UG Racing and alumnus supporter Jim Green MBA, Managing Director of CDM Plus Limited, about the importance of supporting student innovation and engineering talent.

The team's success is supported in part by the University's Chancellor's Fund, which helps provide crucial upgrades including new battery cells to keep their electric race car performing at its best.

Learn more about supporting life changing student opportunities: https://www.gla.ac.uk/giving/

🎨🏛️ How do museums continue to tell new stories?At The Hunterian, every new acquisition is made possible through philant...
12/08/2026

🎨🏛️ How do museums continue to tell new stories?

At The Hunterian, every new acquisition is made possible through philanthropy, partnerships and visitor support, helping ensure that contemporary voices become part of Glasgow's cultural life for generations to come.

One recent acquisition is Preparing for Laurie by renowned Scottish artist Caroline Walker. The painting depicts the artist's mother preparing for the arrival of Walker's child, capturing a quiet moment of care, anticipation and family connection. The work will go on display at The Hunterian this October, allowing visitors to experience it firsthand.

Also joining the collection is Pond by Glasgow-based artist Rae-Yen Song. Created using microscopic imagery generated from water samples taken from the artist's family garden, the ceramic sculpture transforms hidden life forms into a fascinating exploration of the natural world.

Together, these acquisitions reflect The Hunterian's commitment to collecting contemporary Scottish art that explores identity, connection and shared human experience.

They also demonstrate the incredible impact of donor generosity. Thanks to philanthropic support, these works will inspire learning, research and public engagement for years to come.

Read the full story in the latest edition of Giving to Glasgow.

🔗 https://www.gla.ac.uk/connect/supportus/givingtoglasgow/our-university/new-stories-at-the-hunterian/

📸 Image 1: Caroline Walker, Preparing for Laurie (courtesy of the artist and the Cross Steele Family Collection)

📸 Image 2: Rae-Yen Song, Pond (courtesy of the artist)

🐾 Sixty years on, the Glasgow Vet Graduates of 1966 reunited in Glasgow to celebrate a remarkable milestone.The reunion ...
12/08/2026

🐾 Sixty years on, the Glasgow Vet Graduates of 1966 reunited in Glasgow to celebrate a remarkable milestone.

The reunion marked the group's 60th anniversary since graduation and their 13th gathering together. Of the 25 surviving members of the class, 22 travelled from across the UK and one from Canada to attend, joined by spouses and widows, bringing the total number of attendees to 35.

During their visit, the group enjoyed tours of Gilmorehill and the Vet School at Garscube, where they saw firsthand the incredible developments that have taken place since their student days. The celebrations also included a special dinner at the Grosvenor Hotel, featuring after-dinner speeches from several members of the year group, including Jim Wight, son of veterinary surgeon and author Alf Wight, better known as James Herriot.

The Vet Class of 1966 has been a generous supporter of the Vet Fund over the years, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to supporting future generations of veterinary students.

Here's to many more reunions to come! 🎉

🧠🔬 Imagine a future where monitoring brain health is as accessible as checking your heart rate on a smartwatch. That's t...
10/08/2026

🧠🔬 Imagine a future where monitoring brain health is as accessible as checking your heart rate on a smartwatch.

That's the ambitious vision driving Professor Daniele Faccio and the Human Augmentation Lab at the University of Glasgow's Advanced Research Centre (ARC).

By combining expertise in physics, photonics, AI and neuroscience, the team is developing wearable brain imaging technology that could transform how we understand and treat conditions such as depression and ADHD.

This groundbreaking research is happening at the boundaries between disciplines, where breakthrough discoveries are often made. Thanks to donor support, researchers and PhD students can pursue bold ideas, develop innovative technologies and push the limits of what is possible.

The impact of this work could be extraordinary, helping shape the future of brain healthcare and improving lives around the world.

Read the full story in the latest edition of Giving to Glasgow.

🔗 https://www.gla.ac.uk/connect/supportus/givingtoglasgow/world-changing-research/breaking-boundaries-in-brain-health/

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