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Happy Birthday to us! 🎉 

The University of Glasgow is 575 years old today. We have been changing the world since 1451! 

This year we will be celebrating the centuries of impact of UofG, while looking towards to the future, with our #TeamUofG community around the world.

#UofG575
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📢 Share your views on @glasgowcc.bsky.social revised Climate Plan.

🌱 The plan looks at actions needed to prepare for the impacts of climate change and prioritises the benefits of climate action for the people of Glasgow.

👉 Learn more and read the Climate Plan: glasgow.gov.uk/cpconsultation
January 8, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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2026 we are celebrating 225 years of the Burns Supper. Now @glasgowburns.bsky.social @paulinemackay.bsky.social wants your help to contribute to our global map of Burns celebrations.

Send us your videos, photos and details of how you celebrate Burns Night: gla.ac/BurnsSupper225

#BurnsSupper225
January 12, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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Develop your business and management skills with a UofG Microcredentials course!

Flexible, industry-informed learning to help you stand out in the job market.
- 10 credits
- 100% online

Starts 26 January 2026
Find out more: glasgow.ac.uk/microcredentials
Smiling woman with glasses sitting at a desk using a laptop. Text reads “Develop your Business and Management Skills” and lists courses including Introduction to Business Analytics, Project Management, Environmental, Social & Governance Leadership, AI & RegTech in Financial Compliance, and Business Financial Management. A banner at the bottom states “10 Weeks | 10 Credits | Online & Flexible.”
January 9, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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Our Principal, Prof Andy Schofield, took a walk through our fantastic archives, revisiting moments and members of our community who have helped shape the University of Glasgow.
 
We are proud to celebrate our 575th Birthday. #TeamUofG #UofG575 @uofglasgowasc.bsky.social
January 7, 2026 at 3:04 PM
glasgow.ac.uk
Happy Birthday to us! 🎉 

The University of Glasgow is 575 years old today. We have been changing the world since 1451! 

This year we will be celebrating the centuries of impact of UofG, while looking towards to the future, with our #TeamUofG community around the world.

#UofG575
January 7, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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Whether you’re joining us in January for the first time or returning for a new semester, there’s so much waiting for you:

SRC student-led UofG January Welcome – Open to all new
Sports & Fitness – Meet our sports clubs and check out our gym
New International Students Events
January 5, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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This is a special year for us as we celebrate 575 years of the University of Glasgow! We look forward to celebrating with our UofG community ❤️🎂

#UofG575
Aerial view of the University of Glasgow’s main building at sunset, with the tall Gothic spire silhouetted against a golden sky. The surrounding historic stone buildings and cloisters are visible below, with the city of Glasgow stretching out into the distance under warm evening light.
January 1, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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Merry Christmas to all our students, colleagues, alumni & friends who are celebrating today!

#TeamUofG
December 25, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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Families from @changingrealities.bsky.social met with PM Sir Keir Starmer and @darrenpjones.bsky.social at 10 Downing Street yesterday, to share how they are challenging #childpoverty in the UK.

Changing Realities is a collaboration between UofG @lshtm.bsky.social @cpaguk.bsky.social
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December 19, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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How do you celebrate Burns Night? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

UofG's @glasgowburns.bsky.social has launched The Burns Supper at 225 Years: Scottish Tradition, Global Reinvention. Help us build a crowdsourced archive of Burns Suppers worldwide for the 225th anniversary next July.

Learn more: gla.ac/44Veysf
Professor Pauline Mackay, Director of the Centre for Robert Burns Studies and Research Associate Dr Cleo O’Callaghan Yeoman photographed at the University of Glasgow. Prof MacKay is holding a book of Burns poetry and Dr Yeoman is holding a plate with haggis.
December 18, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Emojis are playing a key part in new techniques to identify, measure and record memories and emotions about place that will help deliver more effective regeneration - pioneered by a team led by @imadgination03.bsky.social.

More: gla.ac/4s4jBjQ
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December 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Archaeology work at Burnswark hillfort involving UofG staff & students led by @jodarchaeology.bsky.social, @trimontiumtrust.bsky.social and University of Manchester are included in @digitscotland.bsky.social top Scottish archaeological discoveries in 2025 . ⛏️

Read more: gla.ac/4p4BFHQ
Volunteers, students and archaeologists at the dig.
December 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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The end of term & the winter break is right around the corner!

Merry Christmas and Season's Greetings to our community in Glasgow and all over the world. ❤️
December 18, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Here’s a look at how work is progressing on our Keystone Building which is set to become one of the largest and most advanced learning spaces on campus.

Opening in 2028, it will support 3,600+ students and expand UofG’s research and teaching capacity.

@uofgestates.bsky.social
December 17, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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'Thank you for making my first few months as Principal so enjoyable & rewarding. I hope you have a relaxing holiday, and I look forward to seeing what we can achieve together in 2026.'
 
Our Principal Prof Andy Schofield shares an end of year message for our community.
 
#TeamUofG
December 16, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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Nothing beats graduating side by side with your best friends ❤️
December 15, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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“It’s been an amazing journey - gaining new experiences, unlearning and learning new things.”

A big congratulations to everyone that graduated this winter season, you’ve achieved an incredible milestone. This is just the beginning of an amazing journey.
@uofgalumni.bsky.social
December 12, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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UofG's Museums in the Metaverse team has unveiled the [un]box Virtual Reality kiosk, a self-contained gateway to worlds that were once out of reach!

Visitors can put on a headset to explore virtual environments and engage with 3D models of Cultural Heritage collections.

More 👉 gla.ac/4oLw2Ou
December 12, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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🎁 There’s still time to make a difference this Christmas! 🎄

We’re proud to be supporting Sunny Govan’s Festive Toy Appeal once again, in partnership with GRID and the Living Laboratory — helping to bring smiles to local children and families this festive season.
December 8, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Four housing priority areas identified for the next Scottish Government amid formally declared national housing emergency.

This new report from UofG's Prof @kengibb.bsky.social & Dr Gareth James sets out the evidence-led housing priorities.

Read more: gla.ac/48QEhmw
➡️ @housingevidence.bsky.social
The cover of the 2026 Scottish Election, Housing Evidence Priorities for a New Government.
December 12, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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For the last fortnight, campus has been buzzing with happy graduates and proud families! 🎓

Congratulations to all our graduates. You made it and now you are part of #TeamUofG for life. ❤️

#UofGgrad25
Two graduates holding flowers stand together in the cloisters. Three graduates standing together in the university quads and holdoing graduation booklets. A group of graduates taking a selfie on campus. A family standing with a graduate.
December 12, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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There is still time to reserve your place at the CSA Africa Showcase!

On 12 Dec, hear how this UofG-led initiative is empowering the next generation of African tech talent.

Founded by Dr Sofiat Olaosebikan, CSA Africa has trained 700+ young people.💻

More: gla.ac/4pziVkV
CSA Africa Showcase Event.
December 11, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Space for All: Xmas Special 🎄

An inclusive event for deaf adults to connect, chat & play games in a relaxed space.

📍 Clarice Pears Building, UofG
🗓️ 15 December, 13:00–15:00

Hosted by Deaf Action with UofG’s School of Health & Wellbeing.

All welcome!

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Promotional poster for the "Byres Community Hub Xmas Special: Space for All", an inclusive deaf community group event led by Deaf Action, taking place at the University of Glasgow on 15 December, 13:00–15:00 in the Clarice Pears Building. The event invites deaf adults to connect, play board games and chat in a welcoming environment. Includes logos for the University of Glasgow, School of Health & Wellbeing, and Deaf Action, along with a photo of people signing in a group setting.
December 11, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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That first hug as a graduate of the University of Glasgow just hits different 🥰

Congratulations to all of our graduates and we can’t wait to see where your next adventure takes you.
@uofgalumni.bsky.social
December 11, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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Discover Scottish Catholicism through the lenses of Education, Philosophy, and Literature. Join the University of Glasgow to examine its cultural and intellectual legacy. Course is now live on FutureLearn for learners to join and learn at their own pace!

Learn More: gla.ac/49368kJ
A promotional graphic for a University of Glasgow course titled “Exploring Scottish Catholicism: Education, Philosophy, and Literature.” The left side shows the interior of a grand church with high wooden ceilings, stained-glass windows, and ornate architectural details. The right side features text describing the course’s focus on Scotland’s Catholic heritage and its influence on literature, philosophy, and education. The bottom text invites viewers to enrol on FutureLearn.
December 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM