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UofG and Glasgow’s Clan Ice Hockey team join forces to bring toys to sick children in Malawi

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 10:24:00 GMT

This year the annual “Air the Bear” event, where the Glasgow Clan Ice Hockey team donate toys for local charities, will also benefit the Malaria Alert Centre in Blantyre, Malawi

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Image of British and EU flags and an exit type arrow with words Brexit. Courtesy Dreamstime

University leaders warn against No Deal as vital research comes under threat

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 09:23:00 GMT

Open letter to MPs warns that the impact of a no deal scenario could lead to “an academic, cultural and scientific setback from which it would take decades to recover"

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Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

New Year Honours for the University

Sat, 29 Dec 2018 09:09:00 GMT

Congratulations to the recipients of a CBE and two MBEs

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Image of LOTS of cars on campus

Car Parking Update

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 15:36:00 GMT

Thanks to everyone who has submitted appeals

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Edinburgh and Glasgow offer joint research scheme for students

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:20:00 GMT

The two universities' first joint PhD research programmes will be launched in September

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A view of Glasgow including the Hydro, University Tower and Science Centre, taken from the Library.

New look for MyGlasgow News in 2019

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 14:19:00 GMT

A more streamlined, targeted e-newsletter is being launched in January

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Image of the cloisters with lights

Merry Christmas #TeamUofG

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 13:49:00 GMT

Wishing everyone a very happy festive period

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Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

University Safeguarding Policy

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 09:50:00 GMT

The University's new safeguarding policy is now online.

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Ambitious Futures Logo 700x300

Ambitious Futures: The Graduate Programme for University Leadership

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 14:35:00 GMT

Current Trainee Cali Jakes tells us how Ambitious Futures has helped to launch her Higher Education career.

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World Changing Glasgow logo 700

Talking about Transformation

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 14:57:00 GMT

Listen to Professor Neal Juster and Chris Green talking about the University's World-Changing Transformation Programme

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World Changing Glasgow logo 700

Assessment and Feedback Transformation Project

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 16:48:00 GMT

Assessment and Feedback Practices Survey

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UofG Food Sign 700x300

UofG Catering Survey

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 10:13:00 GMT

What do you think of catering on campus? How can we make it better?

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Aerial view of the main building

RSE Enterprise Fellowships, Converge Challenge and ICURe info session

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 16:23:00 GMT

Save the date: 2-4.30pm, Tuesday, 22 January

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Sport Golden Ticket

UofG Sport Prize Giveaway!

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 11:40:00 GMT

Look out for Golden Ticket prizes at Garscube and the Stevenson Building every day from 10-21 December!

MPA Peer Network: Get Involved!

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 16:09:00 GMT

MPA Peer Network: Get Involved!

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Image of the UofG cloisters with lights

Festive communications

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 16:04:00 GMT

Recruitment, marketing and social media teams have created a very merry #TeamUofG festive video

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Image of the UofG cloisters with lights

Inspiring benefits and rewards for University staff

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 16:30:00 GMT

Just the thing in the run-up to Christmas

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Ask Me logo

Become an Ask Me Ambassador to help new students!

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 15:14:00 GMT

Are you a member of UofG staff? Want to help new students settle into University? Join the Ask Me campaign!

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Image of UofG people holding the LGBT+ flag

Pride Badge Launch

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 15:19:00 GMT

Aim to raise LGBT+ visibility around campus

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Front of main building and memorial gate

Academic Promotion 2018 is launched

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 15:57:00 GMT

Summary Academic Promotion 2018 is launched, with applications due by 18 January, 2019

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Image of European Union flags flying outside the EU headquarters in Brussels

EU Settlement Scheme Pilot

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 16:13:00 GMT

An update for EU nationals working at the University

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Image of the UofG cloisters with lights

Good Cause FAQs

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 10:07:00 GMT

The Good Cause process governs whether adverse circumstances affected your attendance or performance at assessments

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Image of the cloisters with lights

December pay day

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 10:42:00 GMT

Pay day will be Friday, 21 December

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View of the tree and Bute Hall in the east quadrangle

University holds first-ever live virtual graduation

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:26:00 GMT

Three online distance-learning students on MVLS MSc courses graduated via live video links from Jamaica, Saudi Arabia and Scotland.

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Scottish universities and colleges unite to fight Brexit

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 15:05:00 GMT

University of Glasgow hosts Brexit Summit organised by Scottish Government

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Image of British and EU flags and an exit type arrow with words Brexit. Courtesy Dreamstime

Universities and colleges issue joint statement on Brexit

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 15:48:00 GMT

United approach to protect Scotland from the worst effects of Brexit

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Image of LOTS of cars on campus

Car parking update

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:03:00 GMT

Thanks to all members of staff who submitted an application

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

Registration is open for the next round of Principal's Surgeries

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:06:00 GMT

Principal's Surgeries will be held on 11 December, 2018

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Giving Tuesday group photo 700

It's Giving Tuesday

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:13:00 GMT

Campaign will raise travel scholarships for UofG students

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The main building viewed from Dumbarton Road

UofG Knowledge Exchange & Engagement Conference

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:38:00 GMT

Save the date - 5 February, 2019

MPA Peer Network Christmas Fair

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 15:52:00 GMT

A preview of the stallholders and what to expect at the MPA Peer Network Christmas Fair 2018!

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UofG Sport 2018 700x300

UofG Sport goes Pay As You Go

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 10:21:00 GMT

Throughout December, UofG Sport will be open on a Pay As You Go basis.

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Glasgow Science Festival logo 700

Glasgow Science Festival 2019

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:50:00 GMT

Last Chance to Submit an Event Proposal

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Staff Christmas shopping event

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 12:49:00 GMT

Gift Shop offers 20% discount 7-11 December

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Fan Go logo

Quit the queues with FanGo!

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 09:57:00 GMT

Use the FanGo app to pre-order food and drink on campus- no more queues for you!

Free Archive Boxes

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:02:00 GMT

Free archive boxes are available for collection from the Library.

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Anton Muscatelli

Staff Survey results 2018

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:58:00 GMT

A message from the Principal

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Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

Preparing for REF2021

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 15:19:00 GMT

Interim Code of Practice for the Selection of Outputs

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University Library front door

Next week is Research Week at the University Library

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 16:37:00 GMT

The Research Fair is returning as part of an extended Research Week

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New LEADS CPD series 700

New invited speakers for LEADS CPD series

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:40:00 GMT

And information on rescheduled and repeated events

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Sir William Kerr Fraser 700

Service of Thanksgiving for Sir William Kerr Fraser

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 10:08:00 GMT

A service of thanksgiving will be held for Sir William Kerr Fraser in the University Chapel at 11am on Saturday 24 November followed by a reception in the Fraser Building.

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The interior of the Hunterian Museum

Christmas Evening Event for University Staff

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 10:56:00 GMT

Invitation to a festive event at The Hunterian Museum on 6 December

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Image of many data servers in a brightly lit server room

Launch of the University’s Online Information Asset Register

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:27:00 GMT

Online IAR will support information asset owners

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Image of European Union flags flying outside the EU headquarters in Brussels

EU Settlement Scheme - second pilot

Sat, 10 Nov 2018 13:46:00 GMT

Further Update on the EU Settlement Scheme – Pilot 2B

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Bute Hall

Important Information Regarding Examinations and other Assessments

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:10:00 GMT

A message for staff from Professor Jill Morrison, Clerk of Senate and Vice Principal.

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Main building

Developing a Healthy Research Culture

Sat, 10 Nov 2018 13:24:00 GMT

Making Glasgow the place where good researchers want to come - and stay

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Image of the Gilbert Scott Building (skywards)

Nominations open for KE and public engagement awards

Sat, 10 Nov 2018 14:32:00 GMT

Celebrating partnerships and initiatives led by UofG staff

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Living wage 700

Voluntary National Living Wage increase announced

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:38:00 GMT

Voluntary National Living Wage increases to £9 an hour and brings a positive impact for Grade 1 and 2 staff on spinal points 2 and 3

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Aerial view of the main building

Changes to the University email address list

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:19:00 GMT

To make it easier to avoid data breaches, amendments are being made to student display names

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Invitation to attend Remembrance Service

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 15:04:00 GMT

The University is taking part in the “Guns fell silent” national initiative with the Royal Artillery

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VentureFest 700x300

VentureFest

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 09:51:00 GMT

Get involved in VentureFest: a year-long festival of discovery and entrepreneurship in Scotland.

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Image of the cloisters with lights

Feeling hot and bothered?

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 16:54:00 GMT

University series of events to support women experiencing the menopause.

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World Changing Glasgow logo 700

World Changing Glasgow

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 10:59:00 GMT

Grab a coffee and watch our new video

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car park

Parking permit applications

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 17:56:00 GMT

Thank you for your submissions

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Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

Employee and Organisational Development workshops

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 17:40:00 GMT

Workshops available throughout November

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Stonewall Scotland 700x300

Staff Lunch and Learn Session: LGBT Allies

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 11:05:00 GMT

Join Stonewall Scotland to explore how to be an effective ally for your LGBT colleagues, students and the wider university community.

Tickets still available for DJ’s Christmas Party

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 11:47:00 BST

Festive evening will raise money for charity.

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Bike Hub 700x300

The Bike Hub is Back!

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 11:44:00 GMT

The Bike Hub is open every Tuesday for free bike repairs, maintenance and advice from a trained mechanic.

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Welcome Survey 2018 700x300

Welcome Survey 2018

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 13:48:00 BST

New UG and PGT students are invited to have their say in the 2018 Welcome Survey.

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Aerial view of University main building

The Technician Commitment – By Technicians, For Technicians

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 16:52:00 BST

The Technician Commitment – By Technicians, For Technicians - get involved in local consultation.

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Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

Invitation to Launch of Katie Allan Family Justice Campaign

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 14:05:00 BST

10am Thursday 25 October

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LEADS L&T conference 700

Renewed call for abstracts for L&T conference

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 11:15:00 BST

Renewed call for abstracts for L&T conference

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Image of LOTS of cars on campus

Last week to apply for a parking permit

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 11:49:00 BST

Applications close on Friday

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Image of notable black people courtesy of http://www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk. October 2017

Black History Month events

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 13:23:00 BST

Black History Month events

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Logo for PAM Assist, the University of Glasgow's Employee Assistance Provider

PAM Assist here to help

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 09:00:00 BST

PAM Assist is an external and independent service, based in Glasgow, offered to all staff at the University of Glasgow

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Sound Tracks Banner 700x300

The Sound Tracks Podcast: Staff Launch

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 12:33:00 BST

Sound Tracks is the new UofG Podcast bringing you sound advice from Glasgow graduates to help keep your career on track. Join the Launch Event for staff to find out more!

MPA Peer Network Christmas Fair 2018

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 12:09:00 BST

The MPA Peer Network Committee are delighted to announce the return of the popular MPA Peer Network Christmas Fair.

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SRC Autumn Election Image 700x300

SRC Autumn Election Results

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 12:12:00 BST

The Students’ Representative Council are pleased to announce the results of their Autumn Elections.

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Image of British and EU flags and an exit type arrow with words Brexit. Courtesy Dreamstime

Brexit message from Director of Human Resources

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 10:51:00 BST

Director of Human Resources Christine Barr outlines how the University is supporting non-UK EU colleagues

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Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

USS pensions - University responds to UUK consultation

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 11:07:00 BST

University submitted response to recommendations made by Joint Expert Panel reviewing USS.

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Aerial view of the main building

The reputation of UK and global universities

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 13:18:00 BST

The reputation of UK and global universities: a short online survey

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Image of LOTS of cars on campus

Applications for parking permits

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 10:23:00 BST

Applications close at the end of next week

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Image of a plant

Call for Abstracts

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:31:00 BST

Call for Abstracts: 12th Annual University of Glasgow Learning & Teaching Conference

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Science festival 2017

Glasgow Science Festival 2019: Open for Proposals

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 08:32:00 BST

Glasgow Science Festival 2019: Open for Proposals

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SIT signing 700

New Collaboration Agreement with Singapore Institute of Technology

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 13:01:00 BST

New Collaboration Agreement signed with Singapore Institute of Technology

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

Brexit update from the Principal

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 16:39:00 BST

With six months to go until Brexit, the Principal updates on what the University has been doing to mitigate against consequences

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Big White Wall 700

University marks World Mental Health Day

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 12:36:00 BST

University marks World Mental Health Day

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Aerial image of University wide vista from South 700x300

Staff survey extended to Friday 12 October

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 09:04:00 BST

Please take the time to give your views if you have not yet done so.

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Image of LOTS of cars on campus

Two weeks left to apply for parking permits

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 11:30:00 BST

Applications close on 26 October

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Image of the Gilbert Scott Building (skywards)

Pilot of Turnitin similarity checking software

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 09:09:00 BST

Pilot of Turnitin similarity checking software to be launched

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Image of the University tower and Glasgow skyline

St Andrew's Building room user surveys

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 14:29:00 BST

Estates & Commercial Services will be carrying out a room utilisation survey of selected centrally managed teaching rooms within the St. Andrew's Building.

Leading Enhancement in Assessment and Feedback

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 15:35:00 BST

Booking for the fourth Leading Enhancement in Assessment and Feedback (LEAF) Symposium is now open

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Main building

Ferguson Bequest ballot

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 11:09:00 BST

Ferguson Bequest ballot

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Image of three SRC logos

World Mental Health Day: Mind Your Mate

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 11:55:00 BST

World Mental Health Day: Mind Your Mate

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car park

Car parking scheme opens

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 15:17:00 BST

Dr David Duncan provides guidance on how to apply and explains some of the thinking behind the changes

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View from the tower

Rewarding Contribution Round for 2017-18 now open

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 10:14:00 BST

Reward and Recognition process is accessible to all eligible staff on Grades 1 to 9 of the substantive pay scale

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Students in quad

Help improve MyGlasgow

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 10:00:00 BST

Join the MyGlasgow User Panel and take part in research to help improve the websites and systems you use everyday

Service for Survivors of Gender Based Violence

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 14:05:00 BST

Service will be held in University Chapel on Tuesday 9 October

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Aerial image of University wide vista from South 700x300

The Technician Commitment - By Technicians, for Technicians.

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 16:27:00 BST

An update on progress to delivering the Technician Commitment

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GBV 700

Launch of new resource to support anyone experiencing gender-based violence

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 14:22:00 BST

All college and university staff are given new resource to help them support anyone experiencing gender-based violence

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Michaela Hruskova

Join a new entrepreneurial community

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:38:00 BST

Startup Grind is a community designed to educate, inspire and connect entrepreneurs

Recent changes to radiation legislation

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 11:57:00 BST

Recent changes to radiation legislation

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Image of a plant

Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2019 – Call for Entries

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:28:00 BST

Entries are being sought for the fourth annual Scottish Knowledge Exchange awards scheme.

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View of the tree and Bute Hall in the east quadrangle

Leading scholar on gender and sexuality to give prestigious lecture series at the University of Glasgow

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 09:00:00 BST

The University of Glasgow will this week host one of the foremost lecture series dealing with religion, science and philosophy.

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

"Staff Survey Thursday"

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 10:41:00 BST

Why not block out time to complete the staff survey this Thursday?

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Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

Student-Staff Partnership Scheme launched

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 17:36:00 BST

Student-Staff Partnership Scheme on "Enhancing Assessment and Feedback" is launched

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LEADS CPD

LEADS launches 2018-19 CPD series

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 17:08:00 BST

LEADS launches 2018-19 CPD series

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Image of the Gilbert Scott Building (skywards)

Recruitment drive for exam Invigilators

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 11:36:00 BST

Registry is carrying out a recruitment drive for exam Invigilators

Weekly registration & enrolment update

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 12:00:00 BST

97% of students now fully registered

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Aerial image of the University South Front

Rankings Rise for Glasgow

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 16:19:00 BST

The University of Glasgow has risen three places to 17th in the UK rankings for The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019.

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

Prof Sir Anton Muscatelli

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 08:32:00 BST

The Principal welcomes students and staff for the start of the new academic year in a video message.

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Students in quad

Staff survey now open!

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 10:53:00 BST

Emails and hard copies of the questionnaire are going out now

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USS pension logo (700x300)

USS Pensions - Joint Expert Panel report published

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 09:33:00 BST

The Joint Expert Panel (JEP) has released its report on USS valuation

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Sir William Kerr Fraser 700

Tribute to Sir William Kerr Fraser

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 11:24:00 BST

Tribute to former Principal and Chancellor Sir William Kerr Fraser, who died earlier this week

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car park

Update on new car parking scheme

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 10:15:00 BST

Applications for new permits from 1 October.

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Aerial image of the University South Front

Student Competition Launches This Week!

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 11:10:00 BST

New Service Delivery Model will be adopted across our frontline teams and services

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Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

New Personal Relationships Policy launched

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 10:01:00 BST

New policy will apply to all staff and students

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Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

Review of Facilities Services - survey closing

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 21:00:00 BST

This is your last chance to complete the Estates and Commercial Services review

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Cloisters with lights

The most wonderful night of the year!

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 14:30:00 BST

Tickets now available for DJ’s Christmas Party

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BAcc 50 years logo 700

Fifty years of the BAcc marked in Bute Hall event

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 19:10:00 BST

Fifty years of the Batchelor of Accounting degree (BAcc) were celebrated in Bute Hall event.

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Gaming for Graduates 700

Computing science lecturer wins award for Gaming for Graduates project

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 14:12:00 BST

Computing science lecturer Matthew Barr has won a prize in the 2018 Learning Technologist of the Year awards for his Gaming for Graduates project.

EOD Management Development programmes open

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 17:33:00 BST

Employee and Organisational Development (EOD) Management Development Programmes are now open for nomination

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Richard Lochhead visit 700

Scottish Higher Education Minister visits University of Glasgow

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 15:18:00 BST

The new minister for Further Education, Higher Education and Science, Richard Lochhead MSP, was welcomed to the University of Glasgow by the Principal on Wednesday 12 September.

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Image of seated students on campus

Registration and enrolment update

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 12:04:00 BST

More than four-fifths of students are now fully registered

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Careers interview

PDR 2018 now well underway

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:49:00 BST

Lesley Cummings, Head of Performance, Pay and Reward, invites colleagues to reflect on their contribution to University aims their own development goals

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sandwich 700

New term - new catering options

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 10:36:00 BST

It's a new academic year - wake up to the smell of a new brand of coffee and much, much more ...

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Image of a plant

Save the date: 12th annual LT conference - 2 & 3 April 2019

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 12:26:00 BST

Save the date for the 12th annual LT conference - 2 & 3 April 2019

Learn Chinese Today

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 12:08:00 BST

Sign up for Mandarin classes at the Confucius Institute

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SensUs 700

Student team wins awards at SensUs competition

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 12:42:00 BST

Student team wins awards at SensUs competition.

Free stays at Landmark Trust properties

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 13:18:00 BST

Landmark Futures applications for 2019 stays are now open

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Free sanitary products 700

Free sanitary products for students

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 14:50:00 BST

Free sanitary products will be available to students at the University of Glasgow from this week as a Scottish Government-led initiative is rolled our across schools, colleges and universities.

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The UofG sign in the Hunterian Museum

Have Your Say!

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 13:00:00 BST

The 2018 Staff Survey will open on Monday 17 September, giving you the opportunity to express views across a wide range of themes.

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students on campus

University launches Student Contract

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 14:59:00 BST

This year, for the first time, the University has introduced a Student Contract – a legally binding contract between students and the University.

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Image of two people collaborating with a lap top screen visible

Do you know about our Staff Benefits?

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 10:11:00 BST

From cinema tickets to days out and beauty treatments - do you know about the many fantastic staff benefits you could be enjoying?

Applications open for Erasmus+ staff mobility

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 18:06:00 BST

Applications are now open for Erasmus+ staff mobility

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Ask Me Ambassadors

"Ask Me " campaign launched

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 12:56:00 BST

Over 500 University staff have volunteered

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Image of an archive musical score

Autumn series of concerts now online

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 11:16:00 BST

Autumn series of concerts now online

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Jeane Freeman MSP - 700x300

Cabinet Secretary visits Imaging Centre of Excellence

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 15:26:00 BST

The Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport, Jeane Freeman MSP, visited the Imaging Centre of Excellence at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital on Thursday, 30 August.

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People walking, silhouetted in front of a world map

Insurance - reminder

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 16:23:00 BST

Members of staff are postgraduate students are reminded that they should fill in insurance forms before travelling on University business.

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Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

2018-19 Pay Award Implementation

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 08:40:00 BST

UofG will implement a base pay uplift of 2% in the September salary payment, backdated to 1 August 2018.

Learning & development opportunities for staff

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 16:56:00 BST

Employee and Organisational Development (EOD) launch their 2018-19 Learning & Development provision with a range of development opportunities for all staff.

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Image of a tablet with words News Online

Enhancements to policies for new parents

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 16:48:00 BST

Read about upcoming enhancements to the University’s Maternity, Adoption and Paternity policies

Childcare Voucher Scheme Changes

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 16:52:00 BST

There will be changes to eligibility to join the Childcare Voucher Scheme.

#LecRec is coming

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 14:55:00 BST

#LecRec is an automated lecture capture system, capable of recording presentation material, video and audio.

Registration and enrolment update

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 11:47:00 BST

This year’s registration and enrolment have seen record numbers of students accessing MyCampus

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A student viewing her mobile before class

Free IT Training Courses

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 16:36:00 BST

IT Services offer a wide range of training courses for staff and students.

Join the World Class Glasgow Programme Team

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 14:00:00 BST

Secondment opportunities available. The World Class Glasgow Programme Team is looking for 4 x Process Analysts.

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Tower on sunny day

Mental health first aid

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 14:45:00 BST

A holistic, multi-stranded approach to employee and student mental health and wellbeing

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Beatson Institute at Garscube campus

Garscube Estate parking issues

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 16:27:00 BST

The University has been made aware of parking issues on residential streets in and around the Garscube Estate.

Ferguson Bequest Theatre Ticket Ballot

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 16:47:00 BST

Enter the ballot for the chance to win tickets to Spirit of the Dance, The Scottish Opera and more!

Night at the Museum of Anatomy - Past, Present and Future

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 16:14:00 BST

Book your ticket for an evening of demonstrations, displays and interactives showing how we have visualised, studied and taught human anatomy over the centuries.

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Image of the Universities Superannuation Fund (USS) logo

USS Pension Update

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 14:59:00 BST

An update on the USS Pension situation

Ask Me Ambassadors
Ask Me Ambassadors

Become an "Ask Me" Ambassador to help new students

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 18:00:00 BST

UofG is looking for members of staff to join its existing community of Ask Me Ambassadors.

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Image of LOTS of cars on campus

An update on the car parking management scheme

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 16:16:00 BST

The new campus car parking scheme will be introduced on 1 January, 2019.

Autumnal view of the University tower and main building
Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

Have Your Say!

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 14:07:00 BST

‘Have Your Say' through the Staff Survey

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Image of three SRC logos

SRC "Mind Your Mate" Suicide Prevention Open Sessions

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 14:12:00 BST

The Students' Representative Council is inviting applications to its "Mind Your Mate" suicide prevention sessions.

LGBT+ pride
LGBT+ pride

LGBT+ Network of Networks Launch

Tue, 07 Aug 2018 15:52:00 BST

Glasgow LGBT+ Network attends inaugural event

Technician Commitment: Making It Happen

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 16:39:00 BST

UofG has become a signatory of the Technician Commitment, in recognition of the significant contribution our technicians make to the life, success and achievement of our University.

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Scottish Cancer Foundation Logo

£10,000 cancer research prize

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 14:55:00 BST

The Scottish Cancer Foundation invites nominations for the 2018 prize which will be awarded to an Early Career Researcher in any discipline working on an aspect of cancer prevention.

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Image of students - taken from height - lying on the quads spelling the words UofG

#SocialUofG

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 11:45:00 BST

The inaugural University of Glasgow Social Media conference #SocialUofG will be held on 19 September 2018.

Andrew Carnegie lecture series with Professor Richard Kurin

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 15:22:00 BST

The Andrew Carnegie Lecture Series aims to bring some of the world's most important thinkers to Scotland.

Free courses in Geographical Information Systems

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 14:22:00 BST

A free five-day course on Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is available to students or staff registered at a UK Higher Education or research institution.

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tower sunset banner

University Calendar and Diversity Calendar

Fri, 03 Aug 2018 16:08:00 BST

University Calendar and Diversity Calendar now confirm dates for 2018-19 academic session

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Students in quad

Academic Writing Skills Programme for all new students

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 15:47:00 BST

The Academic Writing Skills Programme will become compulsory for all new undergraduate and postgraduate taught students from September.

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Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

How engaged are you?

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 16:04:00 BST

Exciting work is continuing to enhance employee engagement across the university, but this is just the start!

World Changing alumni
World Changing alumni

Nominate your World Changing Alumni

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 16:56:00 BST

Do you know a UofG World Changer who deserves to be celebrated?

LEADS CPD
LEADS CPD

LEADS' new CPD sessions

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 14:00:00 BST

New CPD sessions announced by the Learning Enhancement and Academic Development Service

Autumnal view of the University tower and main building
Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

Apply now to Principal's Early Career Mobility Scheme

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 13:35:00 BST

The Principal’s Early Career Mobility Scheme is now open for applications.

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Visualisation of students in a busy Learning and Teaching Hub lobby

National Student Survey Results

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 15:46:00 BST

National Student Survey Results

Black History Month 2018

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 11:01:00 BST

The University would like to hear from any staff or students who would like to host an event for BHM

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QMU

Events and facilities for students at the QMU

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 16:43:00 BST

QMU will be hosting extra concerts this Autumn.

Works in West Medical and Wolfson Link

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 09:37:00 BST

New electrical infrastructure will close buildings on 28/29 July

Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus
Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

PDR 2018 launches this week

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 12:29:00 BST

PDR launches for 2018, offering all colleagues an opportunity to reflect on their contribution and achievements over the preceding year

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Image of three SRC logos

Suicide Prevention Train the Trainer Opportunity

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 12:59:00 BST

The SRC are now recruiting trainers to help deliver our pioneering “Mind Your Mate” Suicide Prevention Training workshops.

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assessed group work 700

New policy for assessed group work

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 12:41:00 BST

A new policy for assessed group work has been launched.

Autumnal view of the University tower and main building
Autumnal view of the University tower and main building

Save the date for Leading Enhancement in Assessment and Feedback event

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 13:31:00 BST

Save the date for the University's fourth Leading Enhancement in Assessment and Feedback symposium.

New travel discounts available for staff

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 12:16:00 BST

Travel to work by rail or bus? New travel discounts schemes are now available for all staff.

The University of Glasgow Settlement Exhibition
The University of Glasgow Settlement Exhibition

University of Glasgow exhibition highlights a centenary of social empowerment

Mon, 09 Jul 2018 09:00:00 BST

An exhibition on the University’s Settlement is retelling some of the amazing stories of student social action over the last 120 years and up to the present day.

Image of the refurbished Kelvin Hall
Image of the refurbished Kelvin Hall

Networks of Enlightenment in Glasgow

Thu, 05 Jul 2018 16:00:00 BST

Staff in the College of Arts are organising a major international conference on the Scottish Enlightenment at the University this summer.

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Hands holding a mobile phone

SIM card collection and EE porting delayed

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 11:30:00 BST

SIM card collection and EE mobile porting have been delayed

SRC team 2018
SRC team 2018

SRC's new Executive 2018-19

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 17:49:00 BST

SRC welcomes new Executive for 2018-19

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Fan Go logo

Food ordering app trial

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 11:12:00 BST

The FanGo ‘click-and-collect’ food ordering app will be trialling on campus from 9 July.

UofG Sports offering summer discounts

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 15:57:00 BST

UofG Sports are offering summer discounts

The Research Hub - how would you like to use it?

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 16:48:00 BST

Consultations on use of the Research Hub will be held over the next five weeks

Applications Open for Glasgow Knowledge Exchange Fund

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 15:40:00 BST

Applications have opened for the Glasgow Knowledge Exchange Fund.

Music notation software now available in the Library

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 15:58:00 BST

Music notation software is now available in the Library

Image of many data servers in a brightly lit server room
Image of many data servers in a brightly lit server room

New online data protection and information security training now available

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 17:39:00 BST

New online data protection and information security training is now available.

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Hands holding a mobile phone

O2 users could lose mobile service

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 12:36:00 BST

The last chance to pick up your new sim card is 2 July.

UofG Gardeners Group

Mon, 04 Jun 2018 15:09:00 BST

The UofG Gardeners Group invite new members. Upcoming events include growing flowers for butterflies and bees and growing wildflowers.

Fire safety

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 17:30:00 BST

Following the major fire at the Glasgow School of Art on Friday, staff are reminded of the vital importance of good housekeeping and of fire doors in the containment of fire and smoke and prevention of fire spread,

University Gardens from University Avenue
University Gardens from University Avenue

UofG sustainability update

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 16:41:00 BST

The University is continuing to develop its approach to environmental sustainability with the help of a working group comprising academics from all four Colleges, professional support staff and students.

School of Education launches Museum Education MOOC

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 15:29:00 BST

School of Education launches Museum Education MOOC

Image of a neat row of computers and keyboards
Image of a neat row of computers and keyboards

Important message from the Principal

Fri, 25 May 2018 13:09:00 BST

A summary of what you need to know about General Data Protection Regulation(GDPR).

The QMU is open for summer - and ready for the FIFA World Cup

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 10:44:00 BST

The Queen Margaret Union is open for business this summer and will be showing all of the FIFA World Cup matches.

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Hands holding a mobile phone

Update on the changeover of mobile service provision

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 15:45:00 BST

The University will soon have a single operator, EE, to provide all mobile voice and data services.

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A woman and a man looking at a computer screen

A New Service Management Platform for the UofG

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 16:18:00 BST

The University has recently purchased a new enterprise service management platform called Ivanti Service Manager.

University Gardens from University Avenue
University Gardens from University Avenue

Important road safety message

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 10:20:00 BST

The University is in discussion with the local authorities about how it can improve road safety for students and others in the vicinity of the campuses.

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car park

An update on the car parking management scheme

Tue, 29 May 2018 15:42:00 BST

The University's Car Parking Working Group has issued further guidance.

Disabled Car Parking Bays

Thu, 24 May 2018 14:24:00 BST

A reminder to all staff and students with a car parking permit that the marked Disabled bays are for use by Blue Badge holders only.

Image of a neat row of computers and keyboards
Image of a neat row of computers and keyboards

The GDPR and personal data breaches

Tue, 22 May 2018 12:29:00 BST

The General Data Protection Regulation (or GDPR) is almost here, coming into force Friday 25 May.

Image of LOTS of cars on campus
Image of LOTS of cars on campus

Car parking management scheme update

Mon, 21 May 2018 17:38:00 BST

Following a procurement exercise, a company has now been appointed to provide the necessary software systems for the proposed campus car parking scheme.

Adam Smith Library 700
Adam Smith Library 700

Inspiring spaces

Tue, 22 May 2018 12:30:00 BST

Additional study and teaching spaces have been provided for Postgraduate students

Image of many data servers in a brightly lit server room
Image of many data servers in a brightly lit server room

For immediate action by all staff – GDPR preparedness

Thu, 17 May 2018 13:16:00 BST

As you will be aware, an important new Regulation comes into force at the end of next week – the General Data Protection Regulation (or GDPR).

Look out for new pink cards

Tue, 15 May 2018 11:27:00 BST

The Student Services Enquiry Team (SSET) are piloting a new form of communication between them, students and staff.

Image of a mobile phone with news displayed
Image of a mobile phone with news displayed

University Mobile Voice and Data Service Provision

Mon, 14 May 2018 16:54:00 BST

The University is moving to a single operator, EE, to provide all mobile voice and data services.

Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus
Image of the Main Building at the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus

Are your Privacy Notices GDPR compliant?

Tue, 08 May 2018 10:56:00 BST

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force on 25 May bringing new obligations for the University and each of us to be demonstrably transparent and accountable to all of the individuals whose personal data the University processes.

Hockey team in Avenue magazine
Hockey team in Avenue magazine

Avenue out now

Fri, 04 May 2018 10:01:00 BST

In this issue of Avenue, we’re celebrating our UofG communities.

Submit your stories to MyGlasgow News

Tue, 01 May 2018 12:26:00 BST

Find out how to get in touch with the Internal Communications team.

Image of Professor Paul Younger - courtesy of The Journal
Image of Professor Paul Younger - courtesy of The Journal

Professor Paul Younger - a tribute

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 06:00:00 BST

Professor Paul Younger DL FREng FRSE FGS FIChemE FICE, who held the University of Glasgow's Rankine Chair in the School of Engineering, has died peacefully at the age of 55.

Aerial image of the University South Front
Aerial image of the University South Front

Appointment of Chief Transformation Officer

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 07:00:00 BST

The University has announced the appointment of Chris Green as Chief Transformation Officer.

Image of a neat row of computers and keyboards
Image of a neat row of computers and keyboards

Beware the email spammers, scammers and phishers

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 08:00:00 BST

The UofG’s campus and information security teams are asking staff and students to take care with email.

Image of Ms Bonnie Dean OBE who was appointed to the post of Vice Principal, Corporate Engagement and Innovation in April 2018.
Image of Ms Bonnie Dean OBE who was appointed to the post of Vice Principal, Corporate Engagement and Innovation in April 2018.

Vice Principal, Corporate Engagement and Innovation

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 14:10:00 BST

The University of Glasgow is delighted to announce that Ms Bonnie Dean OBE has been appointed to the post of Vice Principal, Corporate Engagement and Innovation.

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Image of Christine Barr and Rachel Sandison

New appointments to SMG

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 13:49:00 BST

Latest appointments and other recent additions will see the University of Glasgow's Senior Management Group attaining a 50-50 gender balance.

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Two pie charts showing student and staff logged-in tasks

Your Top Tasks revealed

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 11:11:00 BST

The results of the MyGlasgow Top Tasks Survey are in! Have a look, and find out what happens next...

SRC's "Mind Your Mate" programme wins Lottery funding

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 16:52:00 BST

The SRC’s “Mind Your Mate” suicide prevention training programme has been awarded £21,000 from the Big Lottery Fund.

Employee Assistance Programme

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 11:14:00 BST

Employee Assistance Programme - including counselling services: find out more.

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View of student studying

Top Tasks on MyGlasgow Staff

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 12:00:00 BST

The UofG staff homepage has a new layout based on the Top Tasks Survey.

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Research Hub 700x300

Your Feedback on the Research Hub

Mon, 23 Oct 2017 16:18:00 BST

The University is looking for feedback on the Research Hub in July.

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Prodsight

University of Glasgow startup attracts seed funding

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 11:13:00 BST

A startup founded by a University of Glasgow graduate which enables businesses to gain insight from customer support conversation data has secured £115,000 in seed funding.

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ESPRC Photo Competition 700x300

Engineering and Physical Sciences Photo Competition

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:49:00 BST

The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) have launched their 2018 Science Photo Competition.

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Christmas Bike Hub 700x300

Christmas Bike Hub!

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 12:09:00 GMT

It's time to get you and your bike in the festive spirit! Tuesday 4 December, 12:00-16:00.