Stories in Development and Alumni Relations

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white building behind green grass
View From grey to green

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The University of Dundee wants to change the world. It’s a big ambition but two major projects led by Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design (DJCAD) are doing just that.

Published on 4 June 2024 

Keith Harris standing talking to others
View The wonder years

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Keith Harris took an unorthodox path through university, which led to a decades-long career in the music business, as the manager of Stevie Wonder among other artists. Now he is back at Dundee after being elected Rector.

Published on 5 August 2022 

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View A new dawn for Peter

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With your help, our neurosurgeons are performing incisionless surgery using an MRI-guided focused ultrasound scanner to eliminate essential tremor with life-changing results. Peter Airey shares with us his story of taking part in the clinical trial.

Published on 5 August 2022 

Alessio Ciulli holding a 3D model
View Spinning out

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From their inception, universities have always been centres of creativity, a gathering point for curious minds. They have also been drivers of our economy, turning ideas into application and creating new businesses.

Published on 5 August 2022 

Two girls standing looking out over a balcony
View Tackling racism

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Despite our many policies regarding racial equality, diversity and inclusion, the results of our Race Equality survey showed that this had not been enough. We must do more.

Published on 5 August 2022 

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View A drawn-out love affair

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The education that Simon Cooper received in Dundee was not confined to the classroom. Being taken under the wing of one of the city’s most celebrated musical sons helped propel him towards a fantasy career capturing rock’s biggest names for posterity.

Published on 5 August 2022 

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View From one Court to another

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Amanda Millar’s rise to the upper echelons of Scotland’s legal profession was guided by values rather than a calculated career plan. These values have led her to election as Chair of Court earlier this year.

Published on 5 August 2022