Edinburgh Alumni

It’s World Heritage Day! Keep an eye on The University of Edinburgh account today where you’ll be taken on a tour of some of our listed buildings! 🤩🏛

Thousands of young people in Edinburgh and Glasgow are overcoming educational challenges and thriving thanks to this unique partnership between The University of Edinburgh, the University of Glasgow and IntoUniversity.

In just four years, we've seen a remarkable increase in university and college enrolments among participants.

Learn more about how you can support this initiative ➡️ https://giving.ed.ac.uk/choose-your-cause/intouniversity

Uni partnership boosts higher education progression Pupils in Scotland on a unique programme, which aims to improve educational opportunities for young people, have seen a positive impact on their rates of progression to university.

Make sure you don't miss the finale of the Edinburgh Futures Institute's ‘Making Waves’ Spring event series! 👇

Don't miss the final event of Edinburgh Futures Institute’s ‘Making Waves’ Spring event season! The event features a conversation about mathematics and creativity with one of the UK’s leading scientists, Marcus du Sautoy.

🗓️ 2 May 6pm-7pm
📍Edinburgh Futures Institute
🎟️ https://edin.ac/42ElZmY

Help us celebrate whose vision and commitment to change represent the very best of The University of Edinburgh. Nominate them for the Being Edinburgh Alumni Award! 🤩

All University students, staff and alumni can take part in nominations before Monday 14 April, 5pm.

Tell us about your outstanding alum whose story needs to be more well-known 👉 https://edin.ac/3DYK7qB

From biophysics to astrophysics and now science fiction, Juan Venegas’s journey has taken him from completing his PhD at The University of Edinburgh in 2013 to the world of published novels 🔭 📖

He shares his story and insights in ISSUE 09 of Enlightened, our digital magazine for ➡️ https://edin.ac/3YlAj0G

📸 Photo credit Xebia

It’s Tartan Day – a day for people around the world to celebrate their connections to Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤩

Yesterday, we hit the annual Tartan Day Parade in New York with our alumni to cheer for all things Scottish! And we had a brilliant time! We are so grateful to our wonderful community of grads based in the US - you made the day so special and we can’t wait to be back ❤️

Issue 09 of Enlightened is out now with more stories from The University of Edinburgh community!

🤖 Dive into the fascinating history of AI at Edinburgh
🖊️ Meet alumnus Juan Venegas and read about his journey from science to storytelling
🩺 Learn about the work of alumna Gifty Halidu who is transforming paediatric care in Ghana
💖 Read touching tales of lifelong friendships shared by your alumni community
🎓 From scholarships and career insights to climate change, see how the support from your community is changing lives across the University and beyond

Read the new issue now 👇
https://alumni.ed.ac.uk/enlightened-issue-09

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our recent event in London where we explored The University of Edinburgh's role in the AI revolution.

A special thanks to our fantastic speakers and panellists for their insightful discussions on the future of AI and its ethical implications in our lives.

The evening was not only filled with thought-provoking conversations but also great opportunities for our alumni to reconnect, network, and learn about the impactful research and teaching happening at the University.

It was wonderful to see so many faces, both familiar and new. Missed this event? Keep an eye on our event page and join us next time! 🔗 https://alumni.ed.ac.uk/services/events

Nominations for the Being Edinburgh Alumni Award are now open! 🤩

Do you know a The University of Edinburgh alumna or alumnus who is transforming their industry, field or community? Now’s your chance to shine a spotlight on their achievements!

✅ Nominations are welcome from all University students, staff, and alumni
📅 Deadline for submissions is Monday, 14 April at 5pm

Nominate someone today 📩 https://edin.ac/3DYK7qB

One not to miss! Tickets still available 🪐👇

No plans this weekend? Swing by the Talbot Rice Gallery and check out these two new exhibitions. They are the first shows presented by the gallery as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations 🤩

Giant sculptures and student work open art show Giant inflatable sculptures from acclaimed Glasgow-based artist duo Walker & Bromwich and a selection of work from students at Edinburgh College of Art fill Talbot Rice Gallery.

Spring has officially arrived on campus! 🌷☀️😍

Wishing all of our alumni and friends celebrating St. Patrick's Day a fantastic day! 🍀

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🎉🍀

No matter where you're from, today we’re all a little Irish. So break out your favourite green fit and join in the fun! Whether it's finding a four-leaf clover or savouring some Irish stew, share your favourite St. Paddy’s Day traditions in comments ⬇️🍀

Join a celebration of the Edinburgh Seven Tapestry with artist Christine Borland and Dovecot Studios Master Weaver, Naomi Robertson. The triptych celebrates The Edinburgh Seven – the first women to matriculate at any UK university.

📅 25th March 2025
🕖 6pm-7:30pm
📌 Edinburgh Futures Institute & online

Book your free place 🔗 https://edin.ac/4hkIB0x

Join the upcoming 2025 Wreford Watson Lecture – 'Painting Flat Landscapes: Repetition and Imagination from Koninck to O’Keeffe' – given by Noreen Masud, a Senior Lecturer in Twentieth Century Literature at the University of Bristol, and an AHRC/BBC New Generation Thinker.

📅 19th March 2025
🕒 3.15-5pm (followed by a drinks reception)
📌 G.07 Meadows Lecture Theatre (Teviot)

Named after the Scottish Canadian geographer and cartographer, Wreford Watson, the Lecture is given every two years by a prominent intellectual on a geographical topic of their choice. The lecture series is supported by EDUCT - Edinburgh University Club of Toronto.

This event will also be available online via Zoom for registrants. Book your free place 👉 https://edin.ac/3FqwtwR

We’re looking for a Podcast Intern to work with us this summer! The role involves full production of a new season of podcast 🎙️

Open to 2nd to penultimate year undergraduates currently studying at the University of Edinburgh. Matt - our Season 6 host - highly recommends the job!

Do you fit the bill or know anyone who does? Application window closes 19 March 2025.

More info on this link 🔗 https://edin.ac/41R2VkC

Happy International Women’s Day! 🌟