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Winter 2025
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From novels to nursing: a change of course and career
Robyn Oliphant started her academic career in English, but found herself back at the University of Dundee to study for her nursing degree only a year later - and she’s not left yet!
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A bold woman and a big idea: Mary Ann Baxter and the foundation of the University
In 1881, Mary Ann Baxter and her cousin John Boyd Baxter gave a gift that would change Dundee forever. Their vision of a college open to everyone became the University of Dundee we know today.
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Because of You: how a scholarship made Abby’s dreams a reality
Meet Abby, a recent Medicine graduate, whose donor-supported scholarship allowed her to focus on her studies and set her on the path to success.
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Strengthening employability through alumni support
The award-winning University of Dundee Careers Service is committed to helping our students, staff, and alumni community build the skills and confidence to succeed in their chosen career.
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Celebrating 150 years of university classes in Dundee
2025 marks the 150th anniversary of the first university classes in Dundee - the first stage in the eventual foundation of University College.
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The future of medicine
Three pioneering treatments for patients with brain disorders are being developed right here in Dundee...
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Lord George Robertson: "I was always a rebel"
Our Chancellor – once himself a student at the University – takes us on a trip down memory lane...
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From mountains to media
Geography graduate Euan McClenaghan reveals how he found his path to a career in sports media
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Then and now: Pam Lawrence, Alumni Relations Manager
Our staff community has many of our alumni in its ranks - including our Alumni Relations Manager, Pam Lawrence...
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Because of You: How Eilidh found confidence and community in Fiji
Meet Eilidh, a final-year Child Nursing student, and hear how a donor-supported placement in Fiji made her a more compassionate and adaptable nurse.
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The reign of the Rector
Our Winter Graduation ceremonies in November 2025 saw the formal installation of Maggie Chapman MSP as Rector. But what is a Rector? Let us explain...
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Because of You: Mia’s path to developmental psychology
Hear from Mia-Jane, who shares how a donor-supported bursary helped her to thrive, not just survive.
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The next chapter: celebrating our Nigerian alumni community
Our hugely active Nigerian alumni chapter's latest event celebrated their close-knit community, as well as the diversity of careers that their Dundee degrees have helped shape...
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From struggle to support: giving students a brighter winter
This winter, you can make a difference. You can help Dundee students stay warm, supported, and connected.
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Why I Give: How the Wilhelmina-Barns Graham Trust is supporting emerging talent at DJCAD
Learn more about how the Wilhelmina Barns-Graham Trust is ensuring financial pressures never stand in the way of creativity and artistic ambition
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Why I Give: Celebrating Moira’s legacy by enabling DJCAD students to develop their craft
Hear from Kate McConnell about how the Moira MacGregor Prize honours her late mother and helps DJCAD students expand their horizons through travel and new skills.
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The future of the University
In November 2024, we announced the University was facing an existential crisis. 2025 has been about coming to terms with that news and finding a way forward. But what next for our beloved institution?
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From bedpans to breakthroughs: Dundee’s Medical School
Today we have one of the UK's leading medical schools, with research that now shapes medical practice around the world, but the journey to get here was not straightforward
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Dundee breaks free: the story of the University’s independence
In 1967, the University of Dundee came into formal existence when it was established by royal charter, building on decades of higher education in the city.
Summer 2025
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The brothers from Cyprus who are making a big impact in the field of sustainability
University of Dundee alumni and brothers Andreas and Harris Angeli are making waves in the field of sustainability in their home country, Cyprus, as well as across the globe
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DJCAD students take centre stage in national art celebration
DJCAD students joined Jeremy Deller’s The Triumph of Art, gaining paid curatorial experience ahead of its grand finale in London’s Trafalgar Square
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Historic Ally takes us on a tour
When Ally Heather, or Historic Ally to his 100,000 plus Instagram followers, got in touch to let us know about the launch of Historic Ally Tours this summer, we thought it too good an opportunity not to ask him to give his own unique tour of our campus
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Student representation: from student exec to Rector
Keith Harris OBE has been the University's Rector for the last three years. As he completes his final task - attending this year's summer Graduations - we caught up to reminisce
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Wicek Sosna: A life in architecture, rooted in Dundee
Wicek Sosna shares his journey from Dundee student to award-winning architect and garden design innovator
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The future's bright: influencing global energy transitions
In Indonesia, a group of University of Dundee alumni are at the heart of the country's efforts to transition energy to low-carbon solutions...
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Future focus: celebrating 60 years of planning
The academic year 2024/25 marks a significant milestone for us as we celebrate 60 years of delivering education in the field of planning
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Discover love in Dundee
The University has a history of bringing people together. Hear from some of our alumni who found love during their time here
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Cryptosporidium: fighting a deadly parasite
Researcher Dr Mattie Pawlowic leads research into drug-resistant Cryptosporidium to protect our health and agriculture
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A breath of fresh air: finding a cure for bronchiectasis
Dundee research has led to the first ever treatment for bronchiectasis, a serious lung condition affecting millions
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Igniting ideas: how Dundee's Centre for Entrepreneurship is shaping the future
Discover how one student’s idea became an award-winning platform with the Centre’s support
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Continuing the legacy
Community is at the heart of Dundee Law School - so much so, that alumni are not just staying connected, they're finding ways to give back to current students through a mentoring programme
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Dental graduates reunite to relive their Dundee days
Our 1970 and 1985 dental grads recently returned to Dundee to reconnect and reminisce with former classmates, and to revisit the place where it all began
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Meet our dedicated supporters
We’re proudly shining a light on some of the incredible individuals and organisations whose generosity is directly supporting University of Dundee students
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Meet... Paul McPate
We caught up with Paul McPate, our Co-Director of Sport and Active Health, who reminisces about sport at Dundee over his 40-year career at Dundee
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Dundee graduates lead the way in inclusive education
Dundee graduates based at Kingspark School are transforming how assistive technology is used to support inclusive learning in the city.
