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Public lecture by Professor Stephen Gardiner
Beyond institutional denial: a global constitutional convention for future generations
Join CEPPA (Centre for Ethics, Philosophy, and Public Affairs) for a public lecture on climate justice as part of Climate Week. The lecture will be given by Professor Stephen Gardiner of the University of Washington. Humanity is in deep institutional denial. Current institutions are failing future generations, in part because there is a governance...
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Public lecture by Professor Tahseen Jafry
About climate justice: what does it mean and what lies ahead?
Join CEPPA (Centre for Ethics, Philosophy, and Public Affairs) for a public lecture on climate justice as part of Climate Week. The lecture will be given by Professor Tahseen Jafry of Glasgow Caledonian University. In July 2023, Europe reached scorching milestones with relentless heatwaves and Scotland had its hottest June ever. Several regions grappled...
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Grief Group
Staff lunch
This group is open to all staff who are grieving, whether your loss is recent or in the past. It offers an opportunity to find common ground with others if you are feeling isolated and alone and is a safe place to discuss and share various aspects of grief. Drinks and light lunch provided,...
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Grief Group
Staff lunch
This group is open to all staff who are grieving, whether your loss is recent or in the past. It offers an opportunity to find common ground with others if you are feeling isolated and alone and is a safe place to discuss and share various aspects of grief. Drinks and light lunch provided,...
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Grief Group
Staff lunch
This group is open to all staff who are grieving, whether your loss is recent or in the past. It offers an opportunity to find common ground with others if you are feeling isolated and alone and is a safe place to discuss and share various aspects of grief. Drinks and light lunch provided,...
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Knox Lecture 2024 --- Professor Elizabeth Anderson
Categorical inequality and the economy of esteem
The Knox Lecture is an annual public lecture in the area of philosophy. This year's speaker is Professor Elizabeth Anderson (Michigan), who will be speaking on the topic of 'Categorical inequality and the economy of Esteem'. Social theorists have had considerable empirical success in modeling social hierarchy in terms of 'categorical inequality'. In this...
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The Normandy Campaign --- 80 years on
Commemorative talk
This public presentation to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy will feature a talk from Lt Col Andy Middlemiss BEM DL Ex KOSB. Fourth generation soldier, Andy, was an officer in the King's Own Scottish Borderers for 33 years, serving all over the world. He has led several tours...
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St Andrews Climate Week
The inaugural University of St Andrews Climate Week will run from 27-30 May 2024, with a series of events designed to highlight climate-themed research and build new cross-disciplinary collaborations. Climate Week is a STAIRS-funded initiative, featuring: -- a flagship St Andrews Climate Change Conference on Tuesday 28 May. Confronting climate change is one of...
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Peppy: Get to know your Peppy app
What is it and how do you make the most of it? - Free
Join this interactive, lunchtime session for an overview of what Peppy actually is and how it can help you. With Peppy, you get direct access to human health experts for free. They offer personalised and confidential support on your phone; there is no question they can't answer. There is also a packed calendar of...
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Peppy: Living Mindfully: A Beginners Guide
Would you like to be more present in your day to day life? If so, mindfulness could be for you! - Free
Dive into the transformative practice of mindfulness with Jamie Jeffreys, our expert Healthy Minds practitioner. In this enriching session, you'll uncover practical techniques to cultivate mindfulness and enhance your everyday experiences. Learn ways to become more mindful and present in the here and now. Staying private If you'd like to join our events whilst...
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A Hymn to the Banished: Annalee Davis in conversation
Artist Annalee Davis in conversation with Dr Jillian Sutherland and Dr Ariadne Collins, chaired by Dr Catherine Spencer
Please join us in person or online for this in conversation event with the artist Annalee Davis, Dr Jillian Sutherland, and Dr Ariadne Collins, chaired by Dr Catherine Spencer. Taking as its starting point Davis's multi-part print edition A Hymn to the Banished (2022), which addresses connections between Scotland and Barbados, the conversation will...
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Peppy: Egg Freezing -- All you need to know
Are you considering egg freezing and want to know more about what it entails? - Free
Following up from the egg freezing event held in March, we are running this event again with more time available for Q&A, the event will also include links to educational materials for additional support post-event. Discover all you need to know about egg freezing and what to expect as you navigate through all aspects...
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When Nature stumbles on a good thing: from promiscuous binding to essential enzyme activity
Research seminar as part of the School of Biology's Biomolecular Sciences (BMS) External Seminar series by Prof. Joelle Pelletier, Department of Chemistry, University of...
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International Museums Conference and ICOFOM 47th Annual Assembly
Transnational Island Museologies, 5-7 June 2024, International Museums Conference
The International Committee for Museology (ICOFOM), the School of Art History, and the European Research Council (ERC) selected and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) funded Shared Island Stories research project invite delegates to the hybrid (in-person and online) conference on the topic of Transnational Island Museologies. The conference will also host the 47th ICOFOM...
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Keynote: Hilda Flavia Nakabuye, Founder of Fridays for Future (FFF) Uganda
Transnational Island Museologies, 5-7 June 2024, International Museums Conference
Hilda Flavia Nakabuye is a Ugandan climate and environmental rights activist. Fridays for Future Uganda is the largest youth movement in East Africa. Hilda is based in Kampala and focuses on raising awareness and mobilising young people towards climate action. Hilda organises clean-up sessions in Lake Victoria, fights for racial and gender justice, and...
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"Protest and Persistence: Analysing the Sweida Movement's Dynamics and Future Pathways."
"The protest movement that erupted in Sweida last year continues to gain attention, particularly as it unfolds in a region predominantly inhabited by the Druzes. These protests, primarily led by the Druze community, a prominent religious minority in the region, have been driven by grievances over economic deterioration, corruption, and the demand for political...
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Youth Workshop: Young People Shaping the Future of Museology through the Lens of the SDGs
Transnational Island Museologies, 5-7 June 2024, International Museums Conference
Interested in museums, youth issues, heritage and the climate emergency? This FREE participatory workshop will offer the opportunity to share, discuss and debate these issues with international and national experts, including climate activists and heritage professionals. You are invited to take part, share your story and potentially impact international museum policy! This workshop is...
