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University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 01/10/2026
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: gla.ac/4iR2ik9
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University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 01/10/2026
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
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Graeme Roy @graemeroy.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Enjoyable couple of days @uofgdumfries.bsky.social to meet colleagues, students and stakeholders. Great to be on campus at start of new term and to discuss our new Glasgow 2036 Strategy.
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Identities: Global Studies in Culture and Power @identitiesjournal.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
#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
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John Smith Centre @johnsmithcentre.com · 09/09/2026
🚨 New polling alert! 🚨 📊 Our latest poll sponsored by @nationwideuk.bsky.social reveals young people across the UK are calling on government to do more to support them into good jobs, and many are considering moving abroad if none are available. 🔗 www.johnsmithcentre.com/research-sum...
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Graeme Roy @graemeroy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Fantastic to see @glasgow.ac.uk recognised by UN Environment Programme. Great achievement for our @uofgdumfries.bsky.social School of Social & Environmental Sustainability and its work on environmental challenges facing society. Congrats to Dr Michelle Bloor and everyone involved.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Tackling online misogyny, promoting healthy lifestyles through table tennis and creating a social space for bowlers - community spirit in Dumfries is getting a boost, thanks to a new fund. The UofG Dumfries Civic Fund has given £25,000 to seven local projects. www.gla.ac.uk/news/headlin...
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
We're delighted to have been awarded @unep.org accreditation status - one of only eight UK universities and 25 worldwide to receive this accolade. Dr Michelle Bloor led the highly competitive accreditation process for @glasgow.ac.uk More: www.gla.ac.uk/news/headlin... @uofgsocsci.bsky.social
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
The Borrowed Room is coming to Glasgow - as part of the Pride House Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, in partnership with @leapsports.bsky.social This play about LGBTQ+ life in rural Scotland was written by Dr Steven Maxwell. Book for 31 July and 1 August 👇 www.tickettailor.com/events/softl...
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Book tickets – The Borrowed Room – The Green Room, The Boardwalk, 105 Brunswick St, Glasgow
The Borrowed Room – The Green Room, The Boardwalk, 105 Brunswick St, Glasgow, Multiple dates and times - The Borrowed Room An intimate play and literature event, presented as part of Pride House Glasg...
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
A new play exploring masculinity, shame and queer belonging is set to premiere at Edinburgh Pride. 'The Borrowed Room' - written by Steven Maxwell - will be performed at Edinburgh's Summerhall venue between 19 - 21 June. More: www.summerhallarts.co.uk/event/the-bo...
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The Borrowed Room - Summerhall Arts
Two men. One room. One hour. In a small library meeting room in a coastal town, two men who grew up together meet to record a conversation about why some …
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University of Glasgow, Innovation & Economic Development @uofgied.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
📣 Only FOUR full days remaining to apply for this support! The University of Glasgow has launched its Dumfries Civic Grant Fund, offering up to £5,000 for community groups, charities and local projects in Dumfries. 🔗🌳 Read more in our Linktree, in bio. @uofgdumfries.bsky.social #socialenterprise
Composite image showing photo of Dumfries and its river, alongside text promoting Dumfries Civic Grant Fund and deadline stating 14 June.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
'These rivers are not simply bodies of water' The approaching expiry of the 1996 Ganges Water Treaty offers an important opportunity to rethink how the region governs shared rivers in an age of climate stress. Excellent article in @hindustan-times.bsky.social by Md Sarwar Hossain. bit.ly/4of8u6c
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Social-ecological systems perspective needed for dealing with transboundary water conflicts
This article is authored by Md Sarwar Hossain, associate professor, Environmental Science & Sustainability, University of Glasgow.
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UofG School of Social & Political Sciences @uofgsps.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
We are proud to have led the first ever analysis of the Scottish Election, out now! Funded by @polstudiesassoc.bsky.social the Scottish Election Analysis 2026 gives fresh insights on a wide variety of topics by leading scholars - from AI to young voters. More: www.gla.ac.uk/news/headlin...
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UofG analysis offers fresh insights about the 2026 Scottish Parliament election
A new analysis led by the University of Glasgow gives fresh insights into the 2026 Scottish Parliament election
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
ICYMI - we're offering S3 students the chance to take part in a free residential field course at @sceneuog.bsky.social - places are limited!
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Join Prof Anna de Jong for her inauguration lecture on 18/3, in celebration of #IWD2026 Prof de Jong will discuss her research into tourism and the right to place. 📍 Rutherford McCowan Building, 12-1:30pm FREE to attend - please share! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tourism-an...
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Tourism and the Right to Place
Attend the inauguration lecture of Professor Anna de Jong in celebration of International Women’s Day 2026.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
We've teamed up with renewable energy company RES, to offer 19 Dumfries and Galloway S3 pupils the opportunity to take part in a free residential field course @sceneuog.bsky.social this summer 🍃 Our aim is to inspire future environmental scientists - please share! www.gla.ac.uk/news/headlin...
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UofG Centre for Public Policy @uofgpolicy.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
New Spotlight episode out now on the future of universities. We look at the future of higher education with insights from @antonmuscatelli.bsky.social and Catherine Lido - on funding, tuition fees, inclusion, lifelong learning and the impact of AI. Tune in 🎧 uofgspotlight.com
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Well done Freya Skinner of @nationalresilience.bsky.social who won the Crichton Foundation's 25th Anniversary Award for her exceptional leadership, creativity and impact 🏆 We are hugely proud of you! 🥳 @uofgsocsci.bsky.social
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National Centre for Resilience @nationalresilience.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Have you read our latest guest blog? 🌱Dr Sarwar Hossain, Dr Debashis Roy and Dr Steven Gillespie @uofgdumfries.bsky.social & @uniofreading.bsky.social take a look at why a Social-ecological systems perspective is a must for achieving food security in our changing climate: ncr.glasgow.ac.uk?p=2469
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Social-ecological systems perspective is a must for achieving food security under threat from climate change - The National Centre for Resilience
The United Nations warns that human-induced climate change means drought could become the next "pandemic" (UNDRR, 2021). As drought frequency and severity are projected to increase globally, this hidd...
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Important and timely research from Sarwar Hossain and team - based on three studies into food security, resilience and sustainability.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Join us for the End of Life Care and Society Research Handbook launch on 30 October 📅 Hear from the authors and contributors, who will discuss the book in conversation with the audience. Open to all. Venue: R232, Rutherford McCowan Building Time: 17:30 Book your place 👇 bit.ly/46OY3z8
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End of Life Care and Society - Book Launch
We are pleased to announce the book launch of the Research Handbook on End of Life Care and Society (Edward Elgar Publishing).
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Excellent work by our End of Life Studies Group - their Dying in the Margins study with @mariecurieuk.bsky.social has helped shape legislation for the rights of terminally ill Scots.
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Charlotte Morris @cbocomms.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Really enjoyed delivering media broadcast training to @uofgsocsci.bsky.social colleagues today! Great to share best practice, tips and advice from peers. If you missed it, don't worry as we'll be offering it again or I can do individual sessions as needed. Get in touch to find out more 😁
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David Lundie @lundieeducation.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Great to be here at @uniwestminster.bsky.social for Miyoung Ahn's book launch. Looking forward to working with her on a 4 nations ESRC research proposal looking at student belonging at @uofgdumfries.bsky.social among others.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
Did you know our next Open Day is on 4 October? This is an excellent opportunity to chat with staff and students, explore our beautiful campus and experience the Dumfries vibe for yourself ☘️ We hope to see you there - sign up today 👇 gla.ac.uk/explore/visi...
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
We are delighted to be part of this new Centre, with the Rural and Remote Education and Learning for Sustainability based right here at Dumfries. Looking forward to playing our part in #education reform for Scotland!
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
'You are not alone' NEW podcast 🎙️ Tune in to hear Steven Maxwell and Edgar Rodríguez-Dorans in conversation with @jamesbarrcomedy.bsky.social on turning experience into comedy - and why abuse experienced by gay and bi men is often invisible. www.gla.ac.uk/explore/glas...
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University of Glasgow - Explore - Glasgow Social Sciences Hub - Resources - All resources - You Are Not Alone: Gay Men, Abuse and the Way Through
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
“Digital threats are everywhere” 2025 is the Year of Digital Citizenship Education – but are schools up to the task of equipping young people with the digital skills they need to stay safe online? Excellent article by Prof David Lundie for @tesmagazine.bsky.social www.tes.com/magazine/ana...
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Why cyberattacks on Scottish schools make digital skills crucial
Digital threats seem to be everywhere - yet the digital part of children’s identities cannot be removed when they step inside a school, says Professor David Lundie
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National Centre for Resilience @nationalresilience.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Learn more about the brilliant campus we are based on in this article and the other vital work that is undertaken in the School of Social and Environmental Sustainability.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
“The campus is my comfort zone...” Delighted that our beautiful campus and community are featured in @heraldscotland.bsky.social 'The Future of Dumfries & Galloway' series. Our heart is local 💚 but our vision is global 🌍 www.heraldscotland.com/news/2541070...
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Inside Glasgow University's 'model UN' campus in Dumfries
“This year, we’re expecting people from Algeria, Bangladesh, Brazil, Chile, China, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Italy, Kazakhstan, Malawi, and more,”…
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Great to have our Head of School, Fabrice Renaud, talking about his book 'The Blue Economy' - if you're going to be at #WigtownBookFest then be sure to go along!
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University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 17/07/2025
Say hello to #communiMap - a new community science app that helps you notice, share & map what matters in your neighbourhood - trees, wildlife, flooding & more. Co-designed by UofG's @communigallant.bsky.social & local communities — it's everyday noticing turned into climate action. gla.ac/4eVwYMU
An urban garden with planters and shingle. A garden table sits next to a poly tunnel with a plant pot on top. In the background are tenement flats and colourful bunting
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Charlotte Morris @cbocomms.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
So pleased to see this gorgeous exhibition at @uofgarc.bsky.social - if you're passing, it's well worth a look! Really makes you think about what resilience and sustainability mean in our daily lives. Beautiful poetry from @uofgunescorila.bsky.social Dr Tawona Sithole too.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
If you're passing @uofgarc.bsky.social this week be sure to pop in and enjoy this beautiful showcase of creative thinking around #sustainability and #resilience ☘️
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University of Glasgow College of Social Sciences @uofgsocsci.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
“To secure a safe operating space for the rivers is to secure a safe future for society.” The Bangladesh delta is under a dangerous level of strain, finds an analysis by @uofgdumfries.bsky.social, Dr Md Sarwar Hossain. More in @uk.theconversation.com theconversation.com/the-banglade...
An infographic depicting the relative health of five rivers in Bangladesh.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
JUST TOUR Seminar Series: Unsettling the Human: More-than-human Provocations for Justice in Tourism Tuesday 20 May 2025, 3.00pm (BST). Speakers: - Anna de Jong - Michela Stinson - Lucia Tomassini - Ian Lamond - Annaclaudia Martini Register Now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/unsettling...
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Unsettling the Human: More-than-human Provocations for Justice in Tourism
JUST TOUR Seminar Series: Unsettling the Human: More-than-human Provocations for Justice in Tourism
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Do post-pandemic policies support green recovery? In a blog for ‪@uofgpolicy.bsky.social‬ David Clelland and Fabrice Renaud share insights from their research: www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...
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Do post-pandemic policies support green recovery?
15 May 2025: David Clelland and Fabrice Renaud from the School of Social and Environmental Sustainability share insights from their research on how policies for post-pandemic recovery balanced economi...
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University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 03/04/2025
Research exploring the complex relationship between moral frameworks and empathetic concern among young people across four countries is led by @lundieeducation.bsky.social cation.bsky.social of @uofgdumfries.bsky.social. The project is funded by the Templeton Religious Trust. More: gla.ac/3RBCEAQ
Prof David Lundie.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
International Women’s Day Event We’re bringing together a panel of women at different stages in their careers to discuss the challenges and experiences of balancing university work with caring responsibilities. 📅 Friday, 7th March ⏰ 1–2 PM 📍 R127 / Zoom Zoom Link: bit.ly/DumfriesIWD2...
Join Us for an Inspiring International Women’s Day Panel!
We’re bringing together a panel of women at different stages in their careers to discuss the challenges and experiences of balancing university work with caring responsibilities. Don’t miss this important conversation!
Panel Members:
Professor Bethan Wood, Dr Michele Vincent, Miranda Cichy, and Amy McCreadie
Chair: Dr Naomi Richards
Date: Friday, 7th March
Time: 1–2 PM
Location: R127 / Zoom
Scan the QR code on the image for the Zoom link!
Let’s come together to share, support, and inspire. See you there! 
#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
We're delighted to invite you to our next JUST TOUR Seminar: Tourism (in)justice: Entanglements of People, Place and Environment 📅Wednesday 12 February 2025 🕒3.30pm (GMT) ➡️Register: bit.ly/JustTourSeminars
A black and white faded background with the words 'JUST TOUR Seminar Series' and 'Wednesday 12 February 3.30pm (GMT)' on the left hand side in white writing. On the right hand side are the images of the 5 speakers of the event.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
⭐Join our Team ⭐ Head of Professional Services Closing date: 30 January 2025 Location: Dumfries Reference: 163592 Find out more and apply: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/head-of-...
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Head of Professional Services
Job Purpose Responsible for leading the School professional services team, the postholder will manage School support services for student learning and teaching operations, student recruitment and m...
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Wonderful piece by one of our Environment, Culture and Communication graduates for @hunterianglasgow.bsky.social Building on a recent research project, Georgia Bulis-Gray explores how art can contribute to new understandings of our attitudes towards nonhuman beings: hunterian.blog/animal-ethic...
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Animal Ethics and Art | The Hunterian Blog
Georgia Bulis-Gray explores art, animal ethics and new understandings of our attitudes towards nonhuman beings.
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University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 16/01/2025
We're looking forward to visiting India in February 2025 and will be hosting events in the following cities: - Mumbai: 1 February - Bengaluru: 2 February - Delhi: 5 February Join us for presentations, mini lectures, networking and Q&A opportunities! Find out more ➡️ www.gla.ac.uk/internationa...
Alumna Darshita Thakkar speaking with offer holders in Mumbai in February 2024.
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UofG Dumfries Campus @uofgdumfries.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
It's the first week of teaching! 🙌 A warm 2025 welcome from everyone at #TeamUofG and #UofGDumfries, whether you're joining us for the first time or returning from winter break. Bring on Semester 2! ⭐
Image shows five students standing behind large white letters that spell 'U of G' outside the Rutherford McCowan Building on the Dumfries Campus
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