UWS Giving Day 2025
On the 27 and 28 November 2025, we held our annual UWS Giving Day, Continue reading UWS Giving Day 2025
Tag: Health
Inspirational Students Celebrated at Dumfries Graduation
At the first of the University’s winter graduations, Anna McKenna and Charlie McClure-Towers were recognised for their significant commitment and contribution during their studies at UWS. Continue reading Inspirational Students Celebrated at Dumfries Graduation
Become a Mentor at UWS
Can you motivate people? Do you like helping people to develop? We are looking for inspiring professionals to mentor our students! Continue reading Become a Mentor at UWS
Inspirational Health Graduate Recognised at Summer Ceremony
Amy Bowers has been awardedthe Amundsen Trophy, which recognises a student who has overcome significant adversity during their studies. Continue reading Inspirational Health Graduate Recognised at Summer Ceremony
BBC Scotland Podcast Hosted by Alumna Explores Dating Dilemmas
Nursing graduate and award-winning writer Sophie Gravia has joined forces with TV personality Christine McGuinness to host a brand-new podcast, Situationships with Sophie and Christine. Continue reading BBC Scotland Podcast Hosted by Alumna Explores Dating Dilemmas
Alumnus Appointed Deputy Chief Executive at NHS GGC
UWS Business graduate William Edwards has been appointed as Deputy Chief Executive for NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Continue reading Alumnus Appointed Deputy Chief Executive at NHS GGC
Alumni Interview: Shaheena Salman Alwani
I chose the University because of its reputation for excellence in healthcare education. My passion for women and child health, particularly maternal and child health, drove me to pursue a degree that would enhance my skills and knowledge. Continue reading Alumni Interview: Shaheena Salman Alwani
Alumni Celebrated in The King’s New Year Honours List
UWS graduates are among the unsung heroes recognised for making outstanding contributions to their communities in The King’s New Year Honours List for 2025. Continue reading Alumni Celebrated in The King’s New Year Honours List
Celebrating International Nurses Day 2024: The ‘Economic Power of Care’
To celebrate International Nurses Day, we hear from Canada-based former student David Ritchie. David, who graduated in Mental Health Nursing from UWS, is a Registered Psychiatric Nurse working in British Columbia, Canada. Continue reading Celebrating International Nurses Day 2024: The ‘Economic Power of Care’
Discount for Alumni Undertaking the Master’s in Professional Practice on a Part-time Basis
UWS’s Master’s in Professional Practice (MProf) is now available on a part-time basis with a 20% discount on master’s degree tuition fees for self-funding UWS Alumni. Continue reading Discount for Alumni Undertaking the Master’s in Professional Practice on a Part-time Basis
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