UWS Alumni Association

19/08/2026

It's not too late to start your Masters in September! Join our next online info session on 25 August (6pm) to find out more about the application process and ask any burning questions you have.

Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1777151882119

19/08/2026

10/07/2026

And that’s a wrap on our summer graduation ceremonies in the magnificent Paisley Abbey! It’s been a joy watching our newest graduates enjoy their success with loved ones. Congratulations to everyone who participated in the 11 ceremonies over the week.

10/07/2026

Wonderful to see alumna Jean Johansson receive an Honorary Doctorate this afternoon at our final summer graduation ceremony in Paisley Abbey!

07/07/2026

The gowns are ready, Paisley Abbey is looking stunning, and the excitement is building. It is officially day one of UWS Summer Graduations! Take a breath, take it all in, and have the best day. You have earned every second of this.

Congratulations UWS Class of 2026! 🎓🎉

Watch all ceremonies live: www.youtube.com//streams

19/06/2026

Lovely to catch up with University of the West of Scotland sport graduate Ross Keenan who is Director of Coaching at Georgia Impact Soccer Club in the US. Ross is currently working at the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament as a liaison officer for Sweden men’s team.

UWS graduate Ross Keenan is working at the FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament as a liaison officer for Sweden men’s national football team.

17/06/2026

Congratulations to alumnus Andy Mclean who was recently appointed as The UK Semiconductor Centre’s first CEO. Andy, who graduated with a BSc in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from , has returned to the UK following a hugely successful career in the US. Read more:

The UK Semiconductor Centre has appointed Andy McLean as its first Chief Executive Officer.

12/06/2026

Congratulations to University of the West of Scotland graduate Connie McLaughlin who will be reporting pitch-side at the World Cup for ITV. Read more:

UWS broadcast journalism graduate Connie McLaughlin will be reporting pitch-side at the tournament for ITV.

12/06/2026