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Band started by UWS graduate gets airplay on Radio 1

Lanarkshire metal band Sixth Wonder, started by UWS graduate Rebekah Kirk, has enjoyed Radio 1 airplay for their new single “Saboteur”. Continue reading Band started by UWS graduate gets airplay on Radio 1

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UWS Graduate the New Scriever at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

PGDE graduate Simon Lamb has taken over the role of Scriever (the writer-in-residence) at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum in Ayrshire. Continue reading UWS Graduate the New Scriever at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

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Graduate and WWE Referee Becomes First Scot to Ref a Pro Match Abroad

Graduate Thomas Kearins has made history as the first Scot to referee a professional match abroad. Continue reading Graduate and WWE Referee Becomes First Scot to Ref a Pro Match Abroad

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Alumni Driven Scottish Trade Mission Seals Deals in Barbados

Two UWS graduates are driving trade missions to enhance Scotland’s links with Barbados. Continue reading Alumni Driven Scottish Trade Mission Seals Deals in Barbados

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Accounting Graduate Awarded OBE in the New Year Honours List

Chief Financial Officer for Royal Mail, and alumna Angela Noon, has received an OBE for services to Further Education. Continue reading Accounting Graduate Awarded OBE in the New Year Honours List

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UWS Alumna Awarded Best Entrepreneur at the Inspiring Indian Women She Inspires Awards

Dr Rashmi Mantri has received an award for her entrepreneurial journey and achievements in the field of business. She is a computer scientist-turned entrepreneur. Continue reading UWS Alumna Awarded Best Entrepreneur at the Inspiring Indian Women She Inspires Awards

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UWS alumna and Tanzanian is a serial entrepreneur with a big vision

“My advice for aspiring women entrepreneurs is to identify what you are good at and turn your passion into business.” Dr Jesca Mhoja Nkwabi Continue reading UWS alumna and Tanzanian is a serial entrepreneur with a big vision

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5 News Reporter and Alumnus visits UWS Ayr Campus

Alan Jenkins, news reporter at 5 News and UWS Broadcast Journalism graduate, recently visited UWS Ayr campus to speak to students and see the support and services on offer. Continue reading 5 News Reporter and Alumnus visits UWS Ayr Campus

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On this month: March 1992 Craigie College and Paisley College merge

In March 1992, Principal Richard Shaw and Principal Gordon Wilson announced a merger between their two Colleges under the name of the University of Paisley. Continue reading On this month: March 1992 Craigie College and Paisley College merge

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UWS graduate helps Troy University Women’s Basketball Team win the Championship

We find out about alumnus Neil Harrow’s globetrotting career as a coach and the recent tournament title win with Troy University Women’s basketball team. Continue reading UWS graduate helps Troy University Women’s Basketball Team win the Championship

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