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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 52m

Thrilled to have risen to 84th in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.

We have improved our position by three places globally, while maintaining the position of 10th in the UK.

Read more: gla.ac/4mXXUy2

#THEUniRankings

Students standing together and chatting on the James McCune Smith Learning Hub balcony with the UofG tower visible in the background.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 2h

Could you help save a life? Give blood at our Garscube campus on 4 November ❤️

Book at appointment by phone or email. When calling, quote Venue Code : GL323

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0345 90 90 999

scotblood.co.uk

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 4h

CA: miscarriage

This #BabyLossAwarenessWeek, we highlight our commitment to supporting colleagues who have experienced baby loss.

UofG's Emma & Phil discuss their experience of miscarriage and the new UofG guidance on baby loss & fertility treatment.

glasgow.ac.uk/babylossguidance

Content Advisory: baby loss and miscarriage

YouTube video by University of Glasgow

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 1d

A report from Urban Retrofit – funded by the Economic and Social Research Council and led by James White @housingevidence.bsky.social - warns that UK cities remain unprepared for the climate emergency, with a stark gap between political ambition and real change on the ground.

More: gla.ac/433z6xv

A city skyline at night, with buildings represented by glowing blue and green data lines and grids demonstrating digital urban planning.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 1d

Experts at @uofgeducation.bsky.social are calling for immediate action to ‘future proof’ Scottish education, warning that it is facing unprecedented challenges that could affect children’s futures.

More: gla.ac/48Zs94e

An image of a child and teacher with text reading: Where next for Scottish Education: Creating tomorrow's education for today. October 2025. Christopher Chapman and Graham Donaldson

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 2d

Collaborative projects which Glasgow is involved in – FeME, @transittwin.bsky.social & Centre for Net Zero High Density Buildings - were showcased. 🌱

#Sustainability

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 2d

Speakers Prof Jaime L Toney (GALLANT), Prof @emiliecombet.bsky.social (@scafarc.bsky.social), & Prof Chris Pearce represented UofG.

🎥 tinyurl.com/4mfm9c3j

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Tackling the climate emergency - Scottish Funding Council

In our second Scotland’s Climate Week blog, SFC’s Elspeth Nicholson describes this week’s event to illustrate the support of Scottish university research for energy transition and our response to the ...

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 2d

UofG researchers took part in @scotlandbnz.bsky.social and Scottish Funding Council event Tackling the Climate Emergency at the @edfuturesinstitute.bsky.social, exploring how research across disciplines is shaping a sustainable future.

#NetZero #ClimateAction

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Event Round-Up: Collaborative Approaches to Climate Change Research in Scotland - Scotland Beyond Net Zero

Event Round-Up: Collaborative Approaches to Climate Change Research in Scotland Scotland Beyond Net Zero and the Scottish Funding Council hosted a dynamic and inspiring event – ‘Tackling the Climate E...

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 2d

Season 2 of Get to Know Glasgow is nearly here!
 Five UofG students. Eight episodes. Real stories about life in Glasgow – from culture shocks to finding the perfect home from home.

📅 Launching Friday 10th October  🎙️ New episodes every Friday  📍 Streaming everywhere + YouTube

#UofG #studentlife

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 3d

A warm welcome to our new Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Andy Schofield.

Prof Schofield shares a message for the UofG community.

Here’s to this next chapter 💙

#TeamUofG #UofG #Glasgow #University #GlasgowUni #UniversityofGlasgow #GlasgowUniversity #scotland

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 6d

Medical trainees are particularly vulnerable to sexual abuse and are often shut down or silenced when they do report incidents, finds new research led by @uofgasbs.bsky.social @dundeeuni.bsky.social

More: www.gla.ac.uk/news/headlin...

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 7d

Congratulations to UofG Politics graduate Tony McElroy (MA 2002) on becoming the Lord Dean of Guild at the Merchants House of Glasgow

Tony is the 230th person to hold this prestigious position and is believed to be the youngest ever! 👏

#TeamUofG

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 8d

New postgraduate programme: MSc in #HCI (Human Computer Interaction)

Learn through research-led teaching and prepare yourself with practical skills to lead in designing interactive solutions to address real world issues.

Apply for 2026 gla.ac/HCI-BS

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 9d

Our Principal Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli @uofgvc.bsky.social retires today after 16 years leading the University.

A few messages from #TeamUofG as we say thank you and wish you a happy and fulfilling retirement, Anton.

Grazie per tutto Anton. Via, Veritas, Vita.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 10d

It's #WorldHeartDay ❤️

Watch how researchers from our School of Physics and Astronomy used 3D microscopy to capture the growing hearts of zebrafish embryos - they were the first to do this while it beats.

Observing a beating heart of zebrafish could give us important insights into the human heart.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 12d

We are saddened to hear of the death of Sir Menzies Campbell. An alumnus of the University, he served as President of the Liberal Club and the Glasgow University Union, and was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2001.

Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 13d

'Over the last 16 years, it’s really been the greatest privilege to lead this remarkable institution.’

UofG Principal @uofgvc.bsky.social shares a message ahead of his retirement next week.

‌‌Anton reflects on his time at UofG and thanks the community for all their hard work and support.

Prof Sir Anton Muscatelli's message for the UofG community

YouTube video by University of Glasgow

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 13d

Space for All with Deaf Action, an inclusive deaf community group in Glasgow.

Come along to the Clarice Pears Building on 29 Sept from 1 to 3 pm for conversation, board games and friendship.

Open to all deaf adults.

University of Glasgow graphic for Byres Community Hub. Space for All, an inclusive deaf community group with Deaf Action. 29 Sept, 1 to 3 pm, Clarice Pears Building, 90 Byres Road, Glasgow.

BSL and English support. Future dates: 27 Oct, 24 Nov, 15 Dec.

Photo shows people signing.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 13d

Join UofG’s first-ever abseil down the iconic James McCune Smith Learning Hub on 2 October.

By taking part, you'll be challenging yourself and helping to accelerate life-changing medical advancements and support groundbreaking cancer research at UofG.

Register 👇

2025 UofG Giving Day Abseil

Will you take the leap? Abseil the JMSLH — a once-in-a-lifetime thrill while raising funds and making an impact at UofG!

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 14d

“There is a dim light at the end of the tunnel."

Parents and carers from @changingrealities.bsky.social met with @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social to discuss their hopes and fears about the forthcoming Schools White Paper and reforms for children with SEND.

More: gla.ac/3KjIVRw

Parents and carers meeting with the UK’s Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 16d

Shanah Tovah to everyone celebrating Rosh Hashanah!

Wishing you a happy new year #OneTeamUofG ♥️

The UofG tower at sunset. In the foreground are autumn leaves in Kelvingrove Park.

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 20d

“What are you going to do with your degree?”

Figuring out what you want to do after uni is no simple task, but FutureFest makes it easier! ✨

Get closer to reaching your goals...

Wed, 24 Sep, 10:00-16:00
Main UofG campus

Learn more: glasgow.ac.uk/futurefest

FutureFest

Build skills and take your next career steps with confidence.

glasgow.ac.uk

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 20d

Come along to our next BSL Café is on 24 Sept!

Practise British Sign Language with Carly Brownlee from Deaflancers.

🗓️24 Sept, 12:30–13:30, Clarice Pears Building

Open to all, from beginners to experts!

Book your place: gla.ac/3Iw2bdZ

Poster for the University of Glasgow, School of Health & Wellbeing, promoting the Byres Community Hub BSL Café. Event with Carly Brownlee from Deaflancers on 24th September, 12:30–13:30, Room 130, Clarice Pears Building. Text explains that attendees can practise and improve British Sign Language skills, open to beginners and fluent signers alike. On the right, an illustration shows a person signing "Hello".

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · 20d

Our tower is illuminated green to mark World Mitochondrial Disease Week.

Mitochondrial diseases are a complex group of disorders with many different symptoms.

Learn more: mitopatients.org/mito-week

#WorldMitoWeek2025

World Mitochondrial Disease Week 2025 - Mito Patients

World Mitochondrial Disease Week, held from Monday 15 to Sunday 21 September 2025, raises awareness about mitochondrial diseases (mito).

mitopatients.org

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John Smith Centre @johnsmithcentre.com · 22d

Want your own transformative journey? 🤩

Apply to our Parliamentary Internship Programme.

All details here: www.johnsmithcentre.com/our-work/int...

❗Deadline: 29 September 2025

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