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UWS Graduates Compete in Prime Video’s Series 007: Road To A Million

Two University of the West of Scotland (UWS) graduates have been taking part in a brand-new adventure series, 007: Road To A Million where nine pairs go head-to-head for up to £1,000,000 in prize money. Continue reading UWS Graduates Compete in Prime Video’s Series 007: Road To A Million

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Alumnus amongst top ten Scottish influencers

Media graduate John Robertson has been named in the top ten of Scottish Influencers on Social Media. Continue reading Alumnus amongst top ten Scottish influencers

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UWS nursing graduate becomes best-selling author

UWS nursing graduate Sophie Grant who writes under the name Sophie Gravia, has become a best selling author. Continue reading UWS nursing graduate becomes best-selling author

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Fearless and fun: UWS graduate and stand-up comedian, urges us to say yes to everything!

We catch up with Scottish comedian and UWS graduate Billy Kirkwood to talk comedy, radio and acting. Continue reading Fearless and fun: UWS graduate and stand-up comedian, urges us to say yes to everything!

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Business founded by UWS graduate in Converge Challenge semi final

A business founded by a UWS graduate has made it to the semi-finals of Converge 2023, the annual competition for innovators and entrepreneurs in Scotland’s universities. Continue reading Business founded by UWS graduate in Converge Challenge semi final

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Former UWS student set for new role at Heart Radio

UWS broadcast Production graduate Grace Nicoll has been announced as the new host of the weekend afternoon show for Heart Scotland radio. Continue reading Former UWS student set for new role at Heart Radio

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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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Graduate and badminton star sets up new venture to ‘give something back’

UWS graduate and badminton star Kirsty Gilmour sets up new venture to ‘give something back’ Continue reading Graduate and badminton star sets up new venture to ‘give something back’

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UWS graduate makes her debut on BBC Radio 1

UWS Broadcast Production graduate Daniella Gualtieri was chosen to present a special BBC Radio 1 show over Christmas. Continue reading UWS graduate makes her debut on BBC Radio 1

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