We are deeply saddened by the death of our friend and colleague Jeane Freeman. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with her family and friends at this very sad time.

Join us for the Rankin Lecture 2026 Lecturer: Professor Marcelo Viana, Director of the Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics (IMPA) Location: Lecture Theatre 116, Mathematics and Statistics Building Date & Time: Monday 9 February 2026, 11am–12pm Register Now: gla.ac/4ajcmfU

The Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL) has launched a Skills Academy to develop future fintech and financial regulation talent. The @uofgasbs.bsky.social is an academic partner with @fintechscotland.com and @unistrathclyde.bsky.social More: gla.ac/4qSvDM2

📣Last chance to respond to the call for contributions for our next #UNESCO RIELA Spring School 2026 #RIELASpring26 taking place on 26-28 May! 🐣🐔Theme: intergenerational caring & sharing, particularly in the context of migration 📅Deadline: 2 Feb! ℹ️More info & full call: bit.ly/RIELASpring

New research led by @thesccjr.bsky.social has found that four in five women musicians in the Scottish folk scene have experienced sexual harassment or assault. The survey highlights the need for industry-wide change. More: gla.ac/4a4SKvU

We are delighted to see improvements for the University of Glasgow in THE Subject Rankings 2026.   Eight out of 11 subject areas from UofG are in world top 100 and Psychology (41st) and Medical & Health (48th), rank in the world top 50.   Read more: gla.ac/4bQtxI0   #WorldChangingGlasgow

As the University celebrates its own 575th birthday in 2026, the 26th of January 2026 marks 100 years since UofG world changer and alumnus John Logie Baird gave the world’s first public demonstration of a working television at 22 Frith Street in Soho, London. Learn more: gla.ac/3M5Xbyr   #UofG575

Congrats to UofG Professor of Creative Writing @louisewelsh00.bsky.social as her new novel The Cut Up hits shelves this week! This is the third book in the Cutting Room series which follows Glaswegian auctioneer Rilke. Book launch on 29 Jan at Waterstones Sauchiehall Street! 👉 gla.ac/4a9QHrv

“If ye wish her grateful’ pray’r Gie her a haggis!” Happy #BurnsNight from UofG! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Professor Pauline MacKay, Director of our Centre for Robert Burns Studies, reads from 'To a Haggis'. #TeamUofG #ScotlandIsNow @glasgowburns.bsky.social

Listen to a new episode of the @uofgpolicy.bsky.social #UofGSpotlight podcast. Host @kezdugdale.bsky.social challenges Scotland's political leaders on public service reform, whether politicians can work together, the fiscal challenge in Scotland, devolution, the NHS, and more. 🎧 uofgspotlight.com

NEW SURVEY FINDINGS‼️ 81% of women musicians in the Scottish folk music scene, who participated in a new survey, have been sexually assaulted or harassed. Full report here: sccjr.ac.uk/publication/... @uofgsociology.bsky.social @glasgow.ac.uk 🔊Video of findings.

📢 Event launch! Politicis in 2026 is moving at a bewildering pace. Join Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes MSP & Times columnist @frasernelson.bsky.social as they set out their contrasting views on the road ahead. 📅 2 Feb 📍 Bute Hall, @glasgow.ac.uk 🎟️ Sign up: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/surviving-...

Historic places are vital for mental health, according to research by @uofgussp.bsky.social, @imadgination03.bsky.social and Historic England. Familiar historic places provide emotional stability – helping people to function and thrive in everyday life. More: gla.ac/4qQ0CIZ

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 2 February 📍 The Stand, Glasgow Get your tickets for £4 using discount code "BRIGHTCLUB": gla.ac/4r0gxDX

The link between high engagement gambling and suicidality is stronger than thought, according to a study by @uofgsps.bsky.social and @citystgeorges.bsky.social More: gla.ac/4b7CJHE

Robert Burns never set foot in America but his words did, says leading Scots American Ian Houston ahead of his lecture @glasgowburns.bsky.social conference on 17 Jan 2026. As the US turns 250, discover how Scotland’s national bard shaped a nation’s conscience.

Thinking about applying for a scholarship at UofG? Find out more and join us LIVE on YouTube this Friday 16 Jan at 12noon (UK time)! Learn how to apply for a scholarship and you can ask your questions in real time! 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMZt...

“Fair fa’ your honest, sonsie face. Great Chieftain o’ the Puddin’-race! New research reveals how Robert Burns helped transformed the humble haggis. Join the conversation at @glasgowburns.bsky.social conference on Jan 17, celebrating 225 years of the 1st Burns Supper.

🧵 1/2 Visit Better Futures Don’t Happen by Accident, an exhibition in the Byres Community Hub, which follows our HEF workshops run with the Catalyst. The displays present ‘mega trends’ that will shape our health in the future and insights from the workshops, illustrated by Nic Dickson.

Wintering Well Boxes are now available at Glasgow libraries. Developed through @ukri.org funded Living with SAD project led by @uofgges.bsky.social @hesterparr.bsky.social and @slipshodspeller.bsky.social, the boxes offer practical support during the darkest months.

📢 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Merry Christmas to all our students, colleagues, alumni & friends who are celebrating today! #TeamUofG

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

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

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

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

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. ❤️

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

'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

Nothing beats graduating side by side with your best friends ❤️

“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

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

🎁 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.

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

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

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

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! 1/2

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

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

It’s nativity time again for our UofG nursery stars 🌟 They lit up the University Memorial Chapel with an adorable performance ❤️ Well done #TinyTeamUofG!

The University of Glasgow has launched its first [un]box VR kiosk at Glasgow Science Centre, part of the Museums in the Metaverse project. Explore digitised artefacts like Dolly the Sheep’s skull, fossils, and minerals in stunning detail. gla.ac/4oLw2Ou

The moment it all begins! There’s something so special about watching Bute Hall fill with graduands, colleagues and proud friends & family ❤️ Wishing our Class of 2025 the biggest congratulations. Thank you to everyone who makes this moment happen! #UofGgrad25 #TeamUofG

"This vital work is a first step to lift hundreds of thousands of children out of the poverty trap." UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer met with parents and carers from @changingrealities.bsky.social to thank them for their impact on the Child Poverty Strategy. More: gla.ac/3Ygj4h0

Congratulations to UofG's Professor Jennifer Smith whose project ‘Discriminating dialects: mitigating bias in Automatic Speech Recognition’ has received funding from @braiduk.bsky.social. The project is run in collaboration with the University of California.