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There's still time to register for our Undergraduate Open Day!
Date: Saturday 24 October
Time: 9am - 3pm
Meet staff and students and find out what #TeamUofG student life is really like ❤️
Book your place: https://gla.ac/4xV4Ilv
Date: Saturday 24 October
Time: 9am - 3pm
Meet staff and students and find out what #TeamUofG student life is really like ❤️
Book your place: https://gla.ac/4xV4Ilv
October 6, 2026 at 8:04 AM
There's still time to register for our Undergraduate Open Day!
Date: Saturday 24 October
Time: 9am - 3pm
Meet staff and students and find out what #TeamUofG student life is really like ❤️
Book your place: https://gla.ac/4xV4Ilv
Date: Saturday 24 October
Time: 9am - 3pm
Meet staff and students and find out what #TeamUofG student life is really like ❤️
Book your place: https://gla.ac/4xV4Ilv
Get to Know Glasgow – the award-winning UofG podcast – is back for Season 3 with students sharing their real stories of life in the city!
📅 Launching 9 Oct, new eps every Friday
📍 Tune in on major platforms + YouTube
This offers a genuine look at student life & what to expect when you arrive.
📅 Launching 9 Oct, new eps every Friday
📍 Tune in on major platforms + YouTube
This offers a genuine look at student life & what to expect when you arrive.
October 5, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Get to Know Glasgow – the award-winning UofG podcast – is back for Season 3 with students sharing their real stories of life in the city!
📅 Launching 9 Oct, new eps every Friday
📍 Tune in on major platforms + YouTube
This offers a genuine look at student life & what to expect when you arrive.
📅 Launching 9 Oct, new eps every Friday
📍 Tune in on major platforms + YouTube
This offers a genuine look at student life & what to expect when you arrive.
The University of Glasgow has joined forces with the Humanise movement and @ukri.org for a £1.5 million research project exploring how buildings can strengthen health, pride and belonging.
Read more: gla.ac/4yncvJT
Read more: gla.ac/4yncvJT
October 2, 2026 at 9:01 AM
The University of Glasgow has joined forces with the Humanise movement and @ukri.org for a £1.5 million research project exploring how buildings can strengthen health, pride and belonging.
Read more: gla.ac/4yncvJT
Read more: gla.ac/4yncvJT
Our tower will be illuminated green from 1 - 8 Oct in support of Liver Cancer Awareness Month.
Liver cancer remains one of the UK's most challenging cancers.
@liveruk.bsky.social works to improve awareness of liver cancer and support those affected. 💚
Liver cancer remains one of the UK's most challenging cancers.
@liveruk.bsky.social works to improve awareness of liver cancer and support those affected. 💚
October 1, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Our tower will be illuminated green from 1 - 8 Oct in support of Liver Cancer Awareness Month.
Liver cancer remains one of the UK's most challenging cancers.
@liveruk.bsky.social works to improve awareness of liver cancer and support those affected. 💚
Liver cancer remains one of the UK's most challenging cancers.
@liveruk.bsky.social works to improve awareness of liver cancer and support those affected. 💚
Congratulations to UofG Creative Writing graduate Frances Crawford on winning both the debut novel prize and the McIlvanney prize for the best Scottish crime book at the Bloody Scotland festival.
Frances is the first double winner in the history of the prize! 📚
Frances is the first double winner in the history of the prize! 📚
Novel 'full of Glasgow wit and deep humanity' is first Bloody Scotland double winner
Frances Crawford is the first double winner in the history of the prize
www.scotsman.com
October 1, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Congratulations to UofG Creative Writing graduate Frances Crawford on winning both the debut novel prize and the McIlvanney prize for the best Scottish crime book at the Bloody Scotland festival.
Frances is the first double winner in the history of the prize! 📚
Frances is the first double winner in the history of the prize! 📚
Half of women attending a Menopause Café said they were able to talk to a partner or friend about their menopause in more depth than before, finds a new report by @uofgasbs.bsky.social
Read more: gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1294871_en.html
Read more: gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1294871_en.html
October 1, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Half of women attending a Menopause Café said they were able to talk to a partner or friend about their menopause in more depth than before, finds a new report by @uofgasbs.bsky.social
Read more: gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1294871_en.html
Read more: gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1294871_en.html
Are you a UofG student who loves creating content?
Then apply to become a Student Content Creator! 🤳
We're looking for current undergraduate (e.g. BA, MA) and postgraduate taught (e.g. MSc, MBA) UofG students from all backgrounds and programmes.
Apply here: https://gla.ac/4iR2ik9
Then apply to become a Student Content Creator! 🤳
We're looking for current undergraduate (e.g. BA, MA) and postgraduate taught (e.g. MSc, MBA) UofG students from all backgrounds and programmes.
Apply here: https://gla.ac/4iR2ik9
October 1, 2026 at 8:02 AM
Are you a UofG student who loves creating content?
Then apply to become a Student Content Creator! 🤳
We're looking for current undergraduate (e.g. BA, MA) and postgraduate taught (e.g. MSc, MBA) UofG students from all backgrounds and programmes.
Apply here: https://gla.ac/4iR2ik9
Then apply to become a Student Content Creator! 🤳
We're looking for current undergraduate (e.g. BA, MA) and postgraduate taught (e.g. MSc, MBA) UofG students from all backgrounds and programmes.
Apply here: https://gla.ac/4iR2ik9
Help shape the future of Gaelic at UofG.
We're consulting on our draft Gaelic Language Plan 2027-2032 and want to hear from colleagues, students and the wider community.
gla.ac/4rNwoaM
We're consulting on our draft Gaelic Language Plan 2027-2032 and want to hear from colleagues, students and the wider community.
gla.ac/4rNwoaM
Thoiribh ur beachd air Gàidhlig aig Oilthigh Ghlaschu san àm ri teachd
Give your opinion on the future of Gaelic at the University of Glasgow
gla.ac
September 30, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Help shape the future of Gaelic at UofG.
We're consulting on our draft Gaelic Language Plan 2027-2032 and want to hear from colleagues, students and the wider community.
gla.ac/4rNwoaM
We're consulting on our draft Gaelic Language Plan 2027-2032 and want to hear from colleagues, students and the wider community.
gla.ac/4rNwoaM
Differences in social security policy across the UK are having a significant impact on people’s experiences, opportunities and outcomes, according to research by the Safety Nets project based at @uofgsps.bsky.social
Read more ⬇️
Read more ⬇️
Devolved differences in social security support affecting families across the UK
Differences in social security policy across the UK are having a significant impact on people’s experiences, opportunities and outcomes, finds new research led by Safety Nets.
www.gla.ac.uk
September 30, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Differences in social security policy across the UK are having a significant impact on people’s experiences, opportunities and outcomes, according to research by the Safety Nets project based at @uofgsps.bsky.social
Read more ⬇️
Read more ⬇️
World Top 100 ⭐
We have again improved our position within the world top 100 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027.
The University has placed 83rd in the world!
Read more: gla.ac/4hobLhS
We have again improved our position within the world top 100 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027.
The University has placed 83rd in the world!
Read more: gla.ac/4hobLhS
September 30, 2026 at 12:24 PM
World Top 100 ⭐
We have again improved our position within the world top 100 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027.
The University has placed 83rd in the world!
Read more: gla.ac/4hobLhS
We have again improved our position within the world top 100 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027.
The University has placed 83rd in the world!
Read more: gla.ac/4hobLhS
We invited Hillhead Primary pupils to @uofgasbs.bsky.social to celebrate #WealthofNations250 by telling us why Adam Smith still matters today.
Watch what they have to say in this BBC Scotland workshop (and always remember to put yourself in someone else’s shoes!).
Watch what they have to say in this BBC Scotland workshop (and always remember to put yourself in someone else’s shoes!).
BBC Scotland - The L.A.B Scotland, Adam Smith with Hillhead Primary School
Made by pupils form Hillhead Primary School
www.bbc.co.uk
September 29, 2026 at 2:23 PM
We invited Hillhead Primary pupils to @uofgasbs.bsky.social to celebrate #WealthofNations250 by telling us why Adam Smith still matters today.
Watch what they have to say in this BBC Scotland workshop (and always remember to put yourself in someone else’s shoes!).
Watch what they have to say in this BBC Scotland workshop (and always remember to put yourself in someone else’s shoes!).
What part could geothermal energy play in the future of energy? 🌍
Watch Prof Gioia Falcone explain its potential and why it's attracting growing interest. ⬇️ 🎥
Interested in making an impact? Join our NEW Energy Engineering degree.
Apply: gla.ac/STEMin10-ene...
Watch Prof Gioia Falcone explain its potential and why it's attracting growing interest. ⬇️ 🎥
Interested in making an impact? Join our NEW Energy Engineering degree.
Apply: gla.ac/STEMin10-ene...
Geothermal Energy: The Key to a Sustainable Energy Future? // #STEMin10
YouTube video by University of Glasgow
youtu.be
September 29, 2026 at 11:12 AM
What part could geothermal energy play in the future of energy? 🌍
Watch Prof Gioia Falcone explain its potential and why it's attracting growing interest. ⬇️ 🎥
Interested in making an impact? Join our NEW Energy Engineering degree.
Apply: gla.ac/STEMin10-ene...
Watch Prof Gioia Falcone explain its potential and why it's attracting growing interest. ⬇️ 🎥
Interested in making an impact? Join our NEW Energy Engineering degree.
Apply: gla.ac/STEMin10-ene...
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Traditionally during the Southern Hemisphere Spring we host our online Spring School: The Arts of Integrating. Just like in May, we'll be focussing on intergenerational caring & sharing in the context of (forced) migration.
Get your free ticket here: events.humanitix.com/onlinerielas...
Get your free ticket here: events.humanitix.com/onlinerielas...
September 22, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Traditionally during the Southern Hemisphere Spring we host our online Spring School: The Arts of Integrating. Just like in May, we'll be focussing on intergenerational caring & sharing in the context of (forced) migration.
Get your free ticket here: events.humanitix.com/onlinerielas...
Get your free ticket here: events.humanitix.com/onlinerielas...
POV: You start noticing all the unexpected colours around campus
Which colour palette is your favourite?
#UofG #UniversityOfGlasgow #Scotland #Glasgow #UniCampus
Which colour palette is your favourite?
#UofG #UniversityOfGlasgow #Scotland #Glasgow #UniCampus
September 28, 2026 at 1:12 PM
POV: You start noticing all the unexpected colours around campus
Which colour palette is your favourite?
#UofG #UniversityOfGlasgow #Scotland #Glasgow #UniCampus
Which colour palette is your favourite?
#UofG #UniversityOfGlasgow #Scotland #Glasgow #UniCampus
UofG students Hongye, Andrea and Cecilia are sharing their favourite go-to routes around Glasgow, from city streets to green spaces. Running is a brilliant way to discover more of the city, enjoy some fresh air, clear your head and support your wellbeing.
September 25, 2026 at 8:05 AM
UofG students Hongye, Andrea and Cecilia are sharing their favourite go-to routes around Glasgow, from city streets to green spaces. Running is a brilliant way to discover more of the city, enjoy some fresh air, clear your head and support your wellbeing.
Throughout our special anniversary year, we’ve been sharing some incredible #UofG575Stories from the remarkable people who make up #TeamUofG. Today, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the inspiring journey of our very own Dr Sofiat Olaosebikan.
September 24, 2026 at 8:05 AM
Throughout our special anniversary year, we’ve been sharing some incredible #UofG575Stories from the remarkable people who make up #TeamUofG. Today, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the inspiring journey of our very own Dr Sofiat Olaosebikan.
4 fun facts you may not know about the Glasgow Subway:
1. It is the 3rd oldest underground railway!
2. It runs in a loop.
3. A nickname for the Glasgow Subway is the “Clockwork Orange”
4. You can easily get to the main UofG campus by taking the subway to Hillhead Station!
1. It is the 3rd oldest underground railway!
2. It runs in a loop.
3. A nickname for the Glasgow Subway is the “Clockwork Orange”
4. You can easily get to the main UofG campus by taking the subway to Hillhead Station!
September 23, 2026 at 2:56 PM
4 fun facts you may not know about the Glasgow Subway:
1. It is the 3rd oldest underground railway!
2. It runs in a loop.
3. A nickname for the Glasgow Subway is the “Clockwork Orange”
4. You can easily get to the main UofG campus by taking the subway to Hillhead Station!
1. It is the 3rd oldest underground railway!
2. It runs in a loop.
3. A nickname for the Glasgow Subway is the “Clockwork Orange”
4. You can easily get to the main UofG campus by taking the subway to Hillhead Station!
Bright Club is back!
Join us at The Stand Glasgow for a night of laughs as our researchers and academics turn into stand-up comedians.
📅 Mon 28 September
📍 The Stand, Glasgow
Get your tickets for £4 using discount code "BRIGHTCLUB": https://gla.ac/4duDDyd
Join us at The Stand Glasgow for a night of laughs as our researchers and academics turn into stand-up comedians.
📅 Mon 28 September
📍 The Stand, Glasgow
Get your tickets for £4 using discount code "BRIGHTCLUB": https://gla.ac/4duDDyd
September 21, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Bright Club is back!
Join us at The Stand Glasgow for a night of laughs as our researchers and academics turn into stand-up comedians.
📅 Mon 28 September
📍 The Stand, Glasgow
Get your tickets for £4 using discount code "BRIGHTCLUB": https://gla.ac/4duDDyd
Join us at The Stand Glasgow for a night of laughs as our researchers and academics turn into stand-up comedians.
📅 Mon 28 September
📍 The Stand, Glasgow
Get your tickets for £4 using discount code "BRIGHTCLUB": https://gla.ac/4duDDyd
Come along to FutureFest!
Explore grad roles, internships & part-time jobs.
Gain insight on everything from CVs and applications to breaking into different industries and building your own business.
Uncover the truth about failure.
Freebies, prizes & more!
23 & 24 Sept: glasgow.ac.uk/futurefest
Explore grad roles, internships & part-time jobs.
Gain insight on everything from CVs and applications to breaking into different industries and building your own business.
Uncover the truth about failure.
Freebies, prizes & more!
23 & 24 Sept: glasgow.ac.uk/futurefest
September 18, 2026 at 8:03 AM
Come along to FutureFest!
Explore grad roles, internships & part-time jobs.
Gain insight on everything from CVs and applications to breaking into different industries and building your own business.
Uncover the truth about failure.
Freebies, prizes & more!
23 & 24 Sept: glasgow.ac.uk/futurefest
Explore grad roles, internships & part-time jobs.
Gain insight on everything from CVs and applications to breaking into different industries and building your own business.
Uncover the truth about failure.
Freebies, prizes & more!
23 & 24 Sept: glasgow.ac.uk/futurefest
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#IdentitiesEvent!
'Working to Breaking Point: Una Marson’s Broadcasting Career at the BBC'
With Dr Anthony Frampton and Yvette Rowe
In collaboration with University of Glasgow Media, Culture & Society
www.eventbrite.co.uk...
#BlackHistoryMonth @uofgsocsci.bsky.social @uofgsps.bsky.social
'Working to Breaking Point: Una Marson’s Broadcasting Career at the BBC'
With Dr Anthony Frampton and Yvette Rowe
In collaboration with University of Glasgow Media, Culture & Society
www.eventbrite.co.uk...
#BlackHistoryMonth @uofgsocsci.bsky.social @uofgsps.bsky.social
September 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#IdentitiesEvent!
'Working to Breaking Point: Una Marson’s Broadcasting Career at the BBC'
With Dr Anthony Frampton and Yvette Rowe
In collaboration with University of Glasgow Media, Culture & Society
www.eventbrite.co.uk...
#BlackHistoryMonth @uofgsocsci.bsky.social @uofgsps.bsky.social
'Working to Breaking Point: Una Marson’s Broadcasting Career at the BBC'
With Dr Anthony Frampton and Yvette Rowe
In collaboration with University of Glasgow Media, Culture & Society
www.eventbrite.co.uk...
#BlackHistoryMonth @uofgsocsci.bsky.social @uofgsps.bsky.social
To both our new and returning students, Professor Andy Schofield, our Principal and Vice Chancellor, welcomes you to #TeamUofG. This is an exciting time as we celebrate our 575th anniversary. You are now part of our story.
Have a brilliant year ahead - we can’t wait to see what you achieve.
Have a brilliant year ahead - we can’t wait to see what you achieve.
September 16, 2026 at 8:04 AM
To both our new and returning students, Professor Andy Schofield, our Principal and Vice Chancellor, welcomes you to #TeamUofG. This is an exciting time as we celebrate our 575th anniversary. You are now part of our story.
Have a brilliant year ahead - we can’t wait to see what you achieve.
Have a brilliant year ahead - we can’t wait to see what you achieve.
A few top tips for freshers from UofG immunology 4th year student Nishka. Take advantage of your first year to settle in, meet people, and discover what UofG and Glasgow have to offer.
#TeamUofG
#TeamUofG
September 15, 2026 at 12:23 PM
A few top tips for freshers from UofG immunology 4th year student Nishka. Take advantage of your first year to settle in, meet people, and discover what UofG and Glasgow have to offer.
#TeamUofG
#TeamUofG
What a fantastic start to Freshers’ and Welcome Week! 🎉
A huge welcome and welcome back to all our new and returning students. We hope you’re enjoying all the amazing events on offer from our four student bodies! Enjoy every moment!
A huge welcome and welcome back to all our new and returning students. We hope you’re enjoying all the amazing events on offer from our four student bodies! Enjoy every moment!
September 14, 2026 at 3:33 PM
What a fantastic start to Freshers’ and Welcome Week! 🎉
A huge welcome and welcome back to all our new and returning students. We hope you’re enjoying all the amazing events on offer from our four student bodies! Enjoy every moment!
A huge welcome and welcome back to all our new and returning students. We hope you’re enjoying all the amazing events on offer from our four student bodies! Enjoy every moment!
New research from @uofgartshums.bsky.social and Stirling Council Libraries & Archives shows public libraries help people connect, access support and improve wellbeing through everyday interactions. 📚
Read more ⬇️
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Libraries are a lifeline, new research finds
Public libraries play a vital role in communities, helping people connect, access support and improve wellbeing through everyday interactions.
www.gla.ac.uk
September 11, 2026 at 1:42 PM
New research from @uofgartshums.bsky.social and Stirling Council Libraries & Archives shows public libraries help people connect, access support and improve wellbeing through everyday interactions. 📚
Read more ⬇️
Read more ⬇️
The UofG Spotlight podcast is back for its eighth series 🎧 📣
Episode one examines the Scottish Government’s new five-year Programme for Government.
Tune in for a discussion on what’s in (and not in) the new Programme for Government.
Listen & subscribe: www.uofgspotlight.com
Episode one examines the Scottish Government’s new five-year Programme for Government.
Tune in for a discussion on what’s in (and not in) the new Programme for Government.
Listen & subscribe: www.uofgspotlight.com
UofG Spotlight
Podcast · University of Glasgow, Centre for Public Policy · A podcast discussing public policy and the political process – at a local, national and international level – through a Scottish lens.
www.uofgspotlight.com
September 11, 2026 at 1:15 PM
The UofG Spotlight podcast is back for its eighth series 🎧 📣
Episode one examines the Scottish Government’s new five-year Programme for Government.
Tune in for a discussion on what’s in (and not in) the new Programme for Government.
Listen & subscribe: www.uofgspotlight.com
Episode one examines the Scottish Government’s new five-year Programme for Government.
Tune in for a discussion on what’s in (and not in) the new Programme for Government.
Listen & subscribe: www.uofgspotlight.com