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Our partners are crucially important to us. We are tremendously proud of our partnerships with sector-leading organisations and networks, world-class universities and research institutes.

This newsletter is a platform to share our continued commitment to global partnerships while providing you with greater insight to our key areas of world-changing research and teaching, learning excellence and partnership development.

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Global Glasgow

History has a future here

History has a future here

At the University of Glasgow, we know what it means to make history; we’ve been doing it for 575 years. In our campaign, ‘History has a future here’ we’re showcasing some of the groundbreaking research that the University is undertaking.

Always with a cause

Always with a cause

At The University of Glasgow we have, and always will change the world. In our campaign 'Always with a cause', we’re showcasing just some of our groundbreaking research that the University is undertaking.

Partnerships for the World

Addressing health inequalities

Addressing health inequalities

Working together to tackle world challenges.

Professor Kathy Belov and Professor Rachel Sandison sat conversing together on a sofa, smiling at one another

A partnership with purpose

Professor Rachel Sandison and Professor Kathy Belov discuss their shared vision.

Planetary health

Planetary health

The Universities of Glasgow and Sydney on planetary health.

Spotlight on partnership

Prof Andy Schofield standing in the cloisters wearing a navy suit and smiling to the camera

Meet Professor Andy Schofield

Professor Schofield has become the 51st University of Glasgow Principal and Vice-Chancellor, beginning his term on 1 October 2025. Andy says it is the ‘pinnacle of his career’ to be Principal here at Glasgow.

Professor Simon Anderson, Co-Director of the Glasgow Caribbean Centre for Development Research; Dr Peggy Brunache, Director of the Beniba Centre for Slavery Studies; Dr David Duncan, UofG's Chief Operating Officer & Deputy Vice Chancellor; Taylar Carty, James McCune PhD scholar; Dr Christine Whyte, Historian and Dr Stephen Mullen, Historian and co-author of the 2018 Slavery, Abolition & the University of Glasgow report are photographed with the UWI Chancellor's Award.

UofG receives The University of the West Indies Chancellor’s Award

The University of Glasgow is honoured to have received The Chancellor’s Award from The University of the West Indies. The award recognises institutions that have achieved outstanding success or made a significant contribution to the Caribbean region.

Earth viewed from space with the University of Glasgow tower and other city landmarks superimposed over it

Global Glasgow Partnership Fund: supporting international research

We are committed to fostering meaningful partnerships with our international partners. To support this, we have launched a dedicated webpage featuring funding calls from our partners.

Formal head & shoulders photo of Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli wearing a suit, shirt and tie

An enduring belief in the power of international collaboration

As Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli prepares to step down, he reflects on the transformation he has seen over 16 years as Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Glasgow.

Group photo of delegates from UCEAP posing in a group with staff from the University of Glasgow

Welcoming the University of California Education Abroad Program to Glasgow

Delegates from the University of California joined us to share best practices and explore the unique experiences offered through our summer programmes.

Colleagues from CIVIS member institutions in group photo

Pioneering research initiative with CIVIS Alliance

The University of Glasgow, alongside our CIVIS partners, aims to empower researchers, foster innovation, and support the next generation of academics.

Sustainability at Glasgow

View of Mumbai skyline with skyscrapers over slums in Bandra suburb.

How can cities learn from one another?

Researchers are taking a multitude of approaches to bring tangible solutions to urban challenges.

Creating a more sustainable future for all

We're ranked 19th in the world and 1st in Scotland for our positive impact on society, in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

UN climate change conference UK 2021

Reflecting on COP26

Rachel Sandison, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (External Engagement), and Professor Jaime Toney, Director of the Centre for Sustainable Solutions, reflect on a historic fortnight.

Explore our areas of research excellence