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Scottish university students caught using AI to cheat over 1,000 times in the past year
‘AI is a double-edged sword. It can be an amazing tool for research and idea generation, but there’s a fine line between using it to help and using it to cheat’
Glasgow students left without hot water as ‘gangs of youths’ repeatedly trashed halls
‘I just feel like the living conditions here are not even humane. The whole condition is outrageous’
Glasgow University COO warns student of suspension following pro-Palestine demonstration
The student accused the university of of responding to ‘student frustrations with further oppression’
Glasgow rape survivor ‘relieved but broken’ after rapist loses parole appeal on Valentine’s Day
Convicted rapist Daniel McFarlane is a former medical student at the University of Glasgow
Student-led protests at the University of Glasgow demand divestment from arms industry
‘Students across Scotland continue to escalate their demands for divestment, standing in solidarity with Palestine and one another’
Protestors form barricade at Edinburgh University to demand divestment from arms industry
This comes as the University of Glasgow faces a similar demonstration
Scotland’s graduate visa proposal: A pathway for international students to stay and thrive
‘I love studying here, and I would love to stay, but the visa process is often daunting. This could make a huge difference’
Scottish students struggle as they say unpaid internships widen class divide
‘To get any early work experience, it’s expected that you won’t get paid for it’
Activist group vandalises Glasgow Uni building in protest against arms investments
Fire extinguishers were used to spray the James McCune Smith Learning Hub with red paint
Students protest Michael Gove’s appearance at University of Glasgow event
Dozens gathered outside the Charles Wilson Building, chanting and waving Palestinian flags as police attempted to manage the crowd
Legacy of courage: The story of Auschwitz survivor and Glasgow Uni alum Susan Singerman
We must never forget. We must say, ‘never again’
Plans submitted for 18-storey student accommodation in Glasgow city centre
‘The proposal development represents a sustainable, economically beneficial, and socially valuable addition to Glasgow’s city centre’
Glasgow office block targeted for third time by Pro-Palestine activists
Vandalism on building bears similarities to previous incidents in 2023
Major fire near Pittodrie Stadium forces evacuation of student flats
‘From the top of our student accommodation it was all just black smoke that filled the sky’
The University of Glasgow implements app to monitor international students’ attendance
‘It’s a good system, but there are some practical challenges’
‘Inspiring’ University of Strathclyde student dies one day before her 23rd birthday
‘Her determination inspired all of us to push ourselves harder. She’ll be deeply missed by all who knew her’
Former Glasgow student lost half her body weight after being misdiagnosed by NHS
‘It was soul-destroying…I felt trapped, humiliated, and completely unheard’
Three arrested following robbery and stabbing in Glasgow’s West End
The incident left three people hospitalised and forced the closure of Argyle Street for over 12 hours
Glasgow rape survivor launches campaign to reform ‘nonsensical’ parole system
‘If we truly want to have a compassionate and trauma-informed justice system, we need to ensure victims are supported after their case concludes and that their voices are heard’
Glasgow rape survivor criticises parole board over Valentine’s Day hearing
‘The trauma of the justice system just never ends. It’s already a triggering time of year, and now I have to spend it observing my rapist’s parole hearing’
Scottish former music student sentenced for killing friend in Lanarkshire
While the atmosphere between the two was initially ‘good’, tensions escalated into a heated argument, ultimately turning fatal
University of Glasgow faces criticism over accessibility issues for disabled students
‘The lift is always full, even though there are stairs and escalators. People just push in front of you – there’s no awareness’
Glasgow students avoid jail after vandalising Stone of Destiny cabinet at Edinburgh Castle
The protest was carried out to highlight food poverty in Scotland
The University of Glasgow faces three month deadline to resolve visa sponsorship issues
Failure to meet UKVI’s stringent sponsorship criteria can result in universities losing their licence to host international students
Scottish former music student convicted of killing friend in Lanarkshire
The ‘stand-up fight’ turned fatal when Francis McConnachie stabbed Thomas O’Rourke four times
Stirling student sentenced for using AI to stalk McDonald’s worker
‘I understand that my messages may make you feel uncomfortable’
Bomb scare in city centre shuts down Buchanan Bus Station and GCU
The discovery caused major disruptions, including a complete evacuation of nearby GCU, extensive transport delays, and the cancellation of business operations
Glasgow University’s vice-chancellor awarded rare and prestigious award for services to the city
The Loving Cup ceremony marked a moment of celebration, reflecting the deep connections between the University of Glasgow and the city it calls home
Students at Glasgow Caledonian launch boycott of uni’s multi-factor authentication system
The boycott has sparked mixed reactions among students and staff, with some expressing concerns about its practical impact on university operations
UCU campaign says Glasgow University lecturers are ‘underpaid, undervalued, and overworked’
‘We’re being asked to do more and more for less, and it’s simply not sustainable. Staff are stretched thin, leading to burnout, stress, and declining mental health’
Glasgow’s vice-chancellor has urged the SNP to address funding gap for Scottish universities
‘The Scottish Government must recognise the critical role of higher education and provide the funding needed to support it’
Scottish politician warns of student housing crisis as more than 25,000 bed spaces needed
‘This isn’t just a problem for students—it’s a problem for everyone’
‘It isn’t a laughing matter’: Glasgow University students speak out about library incident
‘For those of us who already feel stretched thin, dealing with university stress and life pressures, this incident is more than just a security issue’
University of Glasgow among UK’s top animal testing institutions
More than 100,000 procedures on animals took place in 2023 alone
University of Glasgow law students build tiny homes to help tackle the UK’s housing crisis
The students are working with Homefolk to provide a viable alternative to traditional houses
Scottish setback in widening access to university as entrants from deprived areas fall
‘I am disappointed for the individuals whose potential is not being realised’
Ex-Aberdeen student warns freshers about flatcest: ‘Go with the flow, but be safe’
Bethany has spoken out after getting pregnant by her flatmate during her first year
Voting from afar: An American student’s experience with the U.S. election in Scotland
I miss wearing an ‘I Voted’ sticker
Student campaign helps bring about buffer zones around abortion clinics in Scotland
This will ensure people can access services without fear of intimidation
Man arrested after woman murdered near University of Strathclyde campus
Sandie Butler, 40, was found seriously injured in Glasgow’s Townhead area
Man appears in court for allegedly committing public indecency in Glasgow Uni library
His trial has been set for 2025
Crime scene investigators collect evidence after man arrested at Glasgow Uni library
Police carried the man out of the building after he was caught ‘performing an indecent act on himself’
Man charged after allegedly performing indecent act on himself in Glasgow Uni library
This comes as a video went viral of a man being carried out of the library by four police officers
Man carried out of Glasgow Uni library after allegedly performing indecent act on himself
The incident led to a large police presence on campus
SafeDeposits Scotland funds financial education for young people through MyBnk partnership
Up to 45 young Scots will benefit from the scheme which will take place in Glasgow
Strathclyde Business School launches company to revolutionise employment for jobseekers
Strath’s spinout breaks new ground in the employability field
Four injured after taxi hits pedestrians in Glasgow city centre
The cause of the incident remains unclear
Glasgow student sentenced after admitting to involvement in hit and run
She claimed she only intended to frighten the victim
Nearly 30,000 people are sleeping rough in Glasgow, according to new reports
Scotland is seeing its highest rate of homelessness in a decade
Refugee scheme helps 62-year-old activist earn prestigious Glasgow University scholarship
‘Since its launch fours year ago, the New Scots Leadership Programme has gone from strength to strength’
University of Stirling student used artificial intelligence to stalk McDonald’s employee
‘I didn’t do anything which I needed to apologise for. I only sent her two messages’
Female medical students travel to Scotland from Afghanistan to defy Taliban education ban
‘I now consider myself the luckiest person’
Scotland’s university housing crisis deepens as 26,000 students could be left without rooms
‘It is now September, just days before the start of term, and I still haven’t secured stable housing’
‘I’m exhausted’: Glasgow care-experienced students speak out about juggling work and uni
One student said she was working 15 hour days
Demonstration held in Glasgow in solidarity with Israel as antisemitism rises
Participants gathered together to express their sympathies and hope