Manifestos

John Lindberg
Gavin Reynolds · 6 March 2017 · 0 comments

Never has the role of Rector been more important. The University of Glasgow is going through major changes at the moment, with key votes on tuition fee increases within a matter of weeks. The campus redevelopment represents a unique opportunity to ensure that students will always come first. Until now, however, much of the debate […]

Thomas Hind
Gavin Reynolds · 6 March 2017 · 0 comments

The Rectorial Promises of Minister Thomas Hind Be a voice for students Fight to end sexual harassment on campus Make QMU Nachos Great Again Ensure EU and other international students feel welcome and included in the student community Use rector address to call Milo Yiannopoulos a bawbag Improve mental health services for students Call Milo […]

Lady Cosgrove
Gavin Reynolds · 6 March 2017 · 0 comments

Lady Hazel Cosgrove graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1966. She went on to pursue an illustrious career of legal ‘firsts’; the first female sheriff in Glasgow, the first female Senator of the College of Justice and the first female to be appointed to the Inner House of the Court of Session. She now […]

Sir Vince Cable
Gavin Reynolds · 6 March 2017 · 0 comments

About Vince Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable is a former MP and Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills. In government, his position was also responsible for universities, colleges and scientific research, making him uniquely insightful in this aspect. During his career, he has had a particularly impressive record in politics, being a strong […]

Brace Belden
Gavin Reynolds · 6 March 2017 · 0 comments

Glasgow University has a proud tradition of electing rectors in solidarity with international struggles. Glasgow University has stood with the anti apartheid struggle, against nuclear proliferation, and against insidious state surveillance. Glasgow Students have risen to the challenge before. They have a chance to do so again. Brace Belden is an ordinary man, a florist […]

Aamer Anwar
Gavin Reynolds · 6 March 2017 · 0 comments

“As a University of Glasgow Student, I am delighted that Aamer has been nominated as Rector. Whilst at this University, Aamer led campaigns for social justice and throughout this life has stood against inequality and for human rights. Aamer marched side by side with us at Glasgow Pride and has continued to support our campaign […]

PG MVLS Convenor
Sarah Cross · 23 February 2017 · 0 comments

Kirstin Leslie Hello! I’m Kirstin, a first year Precision Medicine PhD Student based in the main campus. Having completed my undergraduate degree at UofG, I’m familiar with the University, and previously sat on council as the School of Life Sciences Representative as I’ve always been passionate about improving student representation. During my time on council […]

PG Arts Convenor
Sarah Cross · 23 February 2017 · 0 comments

Natalie Finlayson I am a second year PhD student in English Language and Translation Studies, jointly supervised in SCS and SMLC. Through this interdisciplinary project, I have had the chance to work with PhD and Research Masters students across the college, and gain an appreciation of the key issues common to those undertaking postgraduate study […]

UG Science and Engineering Convenor
Sarah Cross · 23 February 2017 · 0 comments

Mahi Siddika Hey guys! I’m Mahi, a second-year maths student running for College of Science and Engineering UG Convenor. Throughout my school career I have devoted myself to roles which give voice to the student population. All the positions required me to understand and express the issues the students wanted resolved rationally. Hence, I am […]

UG Social Sciences Convenor
Sarah Cross · 23 February 2017 · 0 comments

Iris Chong Hello, I’m Iris, a Year 2 student studying Economics and Business & Management. I am running to become your next Social Sciences College Convenor. I am from Macao, a city next to HK. I am currently the Secretary of the GU Business Club. From my background and my experiences, I believe I have […]
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