Edinburgh Alumni

📖 What does the future of language studies look like? 📖

- join us for an inspiring event hosted by Professor Sarah Prescott, Vice-Principal and Head of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Through a showcase of innovative projects, we will explore how language studies are evolving in the 21st century and how The University of Edinburgh's research, teaching and community outreach are helping to shape these changes.

📆 9 July 2026
📍 Informatics Forum
🕕 Light refreshments available from 6pm | Event will begin at 6.30pm followed by a buffet supper

Free to attend. More information 🔗 https://edin.ac/3QDPKAS

University of Edinburgh Philosophy, Psychology & Language Sciences | School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, University of Edinburgh

The open-air photography exhibition ‘Faces of Edinburgh Medical School' is in its final week down at the Portobello Promenade. We loved seeing our alumni featured in this wonderful display - catch it until Sunday 14 June; it’s well worth a visit! 📸🎓

Learn more about the exhibition and the remarkable individuals who have shaped the Scottish capital’s rich medical history ➡️ https://edin.ac/4soOm1I

🌟 The 2026 Insights Programme has officially wrapped up, but the impact of the shared advice, ideas, and energy will resonate for a long time! 🌟

This year’s programme has brought together 126 amazing alumni hosts and 130 extraordinary students across seven different cities around the world! A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this year a remarkable success, filled with unforgettable moments and experiences!

The University of Edinburgh's Insights Programme empowers students to broaden their networks and skills by connecting them with alumni across diverse employment sectors.

Interested in being a part of the Insights Programme? Visit this website to learn more about how you can get involved and inspire our extraordinary students 🔗 https://edin.ac/2S0cvOI

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💠 Students visiting Deloitte offices in Edinburgh.
💠 A student visit to the Scottish Government offices in Edinburgh.
💠 Students on a warehouse tour of Fruitful Office in London.
💠 A speed networking event with alumni in the Playfair Library.
💠 Students visiting Omnicom Health offices in New York.
💠 A student visit to Vrije Universiteit Brussels.
💠 Students meeting alumni at the Federation of American Scientists in in Washington, D.C.

📣 Attention recent graduates 📣

The Edinburgh University Students' Association (EUSA) is looking for alumni from the last five years to help welcome new students this September. This is a great opportunity for anyone based in or around Edinburgh looking for a new experience to boost their CV.

What will you be doing as a Welcome Week volunteer?
👋 Giving new students a warm welcome
❓ Answering questions and giving advice based on your experience
🙌 Helping make sure new students have the best time at our events and fairs
🤩 Showing off our beautiful city as part of EUSA's free 'See The City' tours

Register your interest before 3 July. Learn more 🔗 https://edin.ac/4dZSKRb

| Edinburgh University Student Opportunities

✨ Three extraordinary alumni have been inducted to The University of Edinburgh's Sports Hall of Fame ✨

KARA HANLON (BSc Applied Sport Science, 2020 | MSc Sport Policy, Management and International Development, 2024) 🏅 Multiple British Champion and Scottish Record Holder – 50m Breaststroke 🏅 Commonwealth Games finalist 🏅 European Short Course bronze medalist

ANDREW MURRAY (PhD Education, 2020) 🏅 Chief Medical Officer - Ryder Cup Europe 🏅 Chief Medical and Scientific Officer - DP World Tour 🏅 Worked across Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games

MELANIE WOODS (BA Physical Education, 2016) 🏅 Two-time Paralympian and Paralympic finalist 🏅 World Championship medalist – T54 🏅 Commonwealth Games finalist

Many congratulations to all 2026 inductees! Read their full stories 🔗 https://edin.ac/4vmsMwO

| The University of Edinburgh Sport | The University of Edinburgh Sports Union | Moray House School of Education and Sport

Pictured:
📷 Kara Hanlon with Lucy Evans, Associate Principal and Deputy Secretary (Students) at the Blues and Colours Awards 2026
📷 Andrew Murray with Lucy Evans at the Blues and Colours Awards 2026
📷 Melanie Woods with Lucy Evans at the Blues and Colours Awards 2026

Thank you to everyone who supports the Insights Programme.

Hear from some of our Insights students who share their appreciation for the opportunities they’ve received through workplace visits and networking experiences.

There’s still time to make a gift this spring and help more students fulfil their potential.

Make a gift today 🔗 https://alumni.ed.ac.uk/Insights-Appeal-2026

The University of Edinburgh |

The is officially open! Visit until Friday 5th June and explore the work of our talented soon-to-be alumni! 🤩🎓 Book your free tickets online 👉 https://www.eca.ed.ac.uk/event/eca-graduate-show-2026

Edinburgh College of Art at the University of Edinburgh |