As the University welcomes its largest number of undergraduate sport students, Professor Paul Dimeo reflects on Stirling’s success. It’s been an incredible summer of sport. Our athletes performed on the world stage at the Paris Olympics, returning with three medals. Closer to home, other students worked in local sports clubs, as coaches and backroom staff,
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Get to know Justine Pédussel, your Students’ Union Vice President Communities for 2024/25, Hi Justine. Can you tell us about your role at the Students’ Union? As Vice President Communities, my main focus is on creating stronger communities for students. For me, that’s about building relationships between different societies to help students feel included and
The wait is over! It’s finally time to join us here at the University of Stirling and kickstart your postgraduate studies, and we can’t wait to see you here on campus. We have teamed up with the with the University of Stirling Students’ Union to create a fun and inclusive Welcome Week programme for our incoming
Abbie Freeman was illiterate until the age of 13, when a dyslexia diagnosis at high school changed everything. Now, having recently graduated with a first-class honours degree in Film, Media and Journalism, she’s just made a short film for the BBC. I come from Kemnay, a village in Aberdeenshire. Growing up I was home-schooled. My
University of Stirling historian Dr Ian Cawood appeared in the new series of BBC One’s ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ featuring Spice Girl Mel C. As a Victorian political historian, I am fairly used to remaining something of a niche item when it comes to media exposure. Having written a book on Liberal and
We were thrilled to welcome our alumni back to the Ulster Museum for our first reunion in Belfast since 2015. The night was a roaring success! Guests mingled over drinks and canapés while enjoying the enchanting melodies of the Arco string quartet. A highlight of the evening was undoubtedly the inspiring speeches from our distinguished
In the wake of #WaterTok, and the Stanley Quencher cups phenomenon in 2023, there’s been a surge in flavoured and ‘enhanced’ water products flooding the market. These products boast an ocean of claims, from better hydration to improved health, well-being, and even beauty. But amidst this hype, the crucial question remains: do these products actually
The University of Stirling is proud to support Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, taking place from 13 to 19 May. This year’s theme, “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”, highlights the crucial role physical activity plays in promoting mental well-being. As a university renowned for its stunning campus environment and top-notch sporting facilities, we