Faculty of Arts and Humanities news
Iain Banks’ personal archives on exhibit as University of Stirling shares work of its famous alum
Never-before-seen writings and correspondence from author Iain Banks form part of an exhibit at the University of Stirling as it celebrates one of its most celebrated alumni.
Rachelle Atalla appointed 2024 Dr Gavin Wallace Fellow
Scottish-Egyptian writer Rachelle Atalla has been appointed as the 2024 Dr Gavin Wallace Fellow, hosted by the Division of Literature and Languages at the University of Stirling and supported by The National Lottery through Creative Scotland.
University of Stirling to promote better outcomes from water resources for Scottish businesses and communities
A team at the University of Stirling is embarking on an extensive study into how water resources in Scotland promote better outcomes for our economy, society and the environment, in a £5 million partnership project to last three years.
New museum to celebrate Scottish mining landscapes
The significance of coal in shaping Scotland’s past, present and future is to take centre stage of a new online museum.
Investigative website partnership sees first by-lines for Journalism students
Two Journalism students are set to secure their first professional by-lines thanks to a partnership between the University and award-winning investigative website, The Ferret.
Journalism student lands reporter role at Winter Youth Olympics
A University of Stirling journalism student is heading to South Korea to report on the Winter Youth Olympic Games (WYOG) after being selected to take part in a special training scheme.
University of Stirling to host Gavin Wallace Fellowship
The University of Stirling is confirmed to host the 2024 Dr Gavin Wallace Fellowship – a year-long writing residency which supports Scottish based mid-career and established writers to develop new work.
Gardening expert Monty Don and writer Rona Munro to receive honorary degrees from the University of Stirling
Gardening expert and broadcaster Monty Don OBE and writer Rona Munro will receive Honorary Doctorates from the University of Stirling next week.
University of Stirling sweeps the board at European PR Awards
University of Stirling Public Relations students have swept the board at the EUPRERA Master Thesis Awards– a major European event recognising excellent academic contribution to public relations.
Museum appointment for Stirling professor
A Stirling history expert is to join the Board of Trustees of National Museums Scotland.
University of Stirling teams up with National Trust for Scotland to boost heritage research
The University of Stirling has formed a new partnership with the National Trust for Scotland to enhance research, teaching and learning.
First archive tells University’s story of the COVID pandemic
The first collection of its kind capturing the stories and experiences of a Scottish university community through the global pandemic has been launched.
New research sheds light on the UK branded content industry and need for advertising regulation
The UK Branded content industry, where advertising and media combine, is a fast-growing sector that needs better regulation, according to new research.
Creative Writing student takes inaugural prose prize
A Creative Writing student has taken the top prize at a new competition celebrating local authors.
New research finds cultural creative hubs key to supporting local communities during crises
Experts at the University of Stirling are calling for the arts and culture to be prioritised in funding decisions after new research showed the significance of cultural hubs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stirling sports heritage experts to measure success of national football celebration
Sports heritage experts at the University of Stirling have been appointed to evaluate a major celebration of football in Scotland.
Stone of Destiny focus of new research project
A University of Stirling heritage expert has been awarded a prestigious grant to explore the contemporary meanings and values of the Stone of Destiny.
Media students win big at RTS Awards
Stirling students took home a record four awards, marking the best awards haul any institution has received at the event.
New comic shines a light on forgotten heroes of HIV/Aids activism
A new comic is telling the stories of forgotten HIV and AIDs campaigners who played a major role in tackling stigma and prejudice faced by sufferers in the 1980s.
New festival to lift the lid on career opportunities in Scottish politics
The University of Stirling is launching the first event of its kind to profile the ‘forgotten’ jobs in politics.
Politics students celebrate success at NATO simulation event
University of Stirling students have returned triumphant from a NATO simulation exercise held at the Foreign Office.
Piecing together Scotland’s religious past with shards of glass
Two Scottish researchers are attempting to piece together part of Scotland’s religious past by combining hi-tech science with historical knowledge.
Heritage experts to study responses to protecting Ukraine's cultural heritage and monuments
A new international project is to explore how cultural heritage, monuments and the professionals involved in their safeguarding, can be better protected during times of war.
Indian graduate Rohit Jaiswal named as top 75 Achiever
A Media Management graduate has been recognised as one of the 75 top young Indian alumni of the United Kingdom.
Burns’ influence on working class English writers revealed after the discovery of ‘lost’ works
The influence of Robert Burns saw poets in the north of England writing verse in Scots, say researchers who have uncovered a host of ‘lost’ literary works penned by industrial workers in the 19th Century.
New exhibition kicks Stirling sporting hero back into spotlight
Raploch born footballer Billy Bremner remembered in new University exhibition
PR student’s success marks hat-trick for Stirling at major European award
A public relations graduate has picked up a major academic award – marking the third time a Stirling student has been recognised at the annual EUPRERA Master Thesis Awards.
Historic children’s home archive opens with donation from former resident
A new archive making more than a century’s worth of records from Aberlour Children’s Charity accessible for the first time has been officially opened by a former resident.
Student films get debut on BBC iPlayer
Two short films created by University of Stirling students as part of a unique partnership with BBC Scotland are being showcased by the broadcaster online.
New exhibition celebrates Scotland’s Commonwealth Games heroes
A new exhibition curated by University of Stirling experts to celebrate Scotland’s historic sporting heroes is set to open in Birmingham as part of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Team Scotland cyclist graduates ahead of Commonwealth Games bow
Commonwealth Games-bound cyclist, Finn Crockett, took some time out the saddle this week – swapping Lycra for academic robes – as he graduated from the University of Stirling.
675-year-old mystery ends after researchers discover the origins of the Black Death
A team of researchers has ended a more than six-and-a-half-century mystery, after discovering the origins of the Black Death for the first time.
Human Rights expert calls for law change to protect the most vulnerable from cost-of-living crisis
A leading human rights lawyer is calling for a change in the law in order to allow those suffering from fuel, food or housing inadequacies to hold the government to account.
University of Stirling welcomes Norwegian heritage experts
The University of Stirling is to host some of the world’s leading experts on heritage as it strengthens its international ties to the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research (NIKU).
University of Stirling to lead third research network hub in British Academy pilot
The British Academy has announced that the third and final hub of its Early-Career Researcher (ECR) Network – a two-year pilot programme for UK-based postdoctoral researchers in the humanities and social sciences – will be in Scotland.
New Dean announced for Stirling’s Faculty of Arts and Humanities
The University of Stirling has appointed Professor Kirstie Blair as its new Dean of its Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
Stirling politics student recognised at NATO simulation event
A University of Stirling politics student has been recognised for her role in a NATO simulation exercise held at the Foreign Office.
University gathers politics experts for public event on Ukraine war
Politics experts from the University of Stirling are hosting a public event this week to discuss Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Researchers publish key guidelines for internet regulation
A new set of guidelines on internet regulation - published by philosophers from the University of Stirling - are aiming to support policy makers to tackle the spread of fake news and protect democratic debate online.
Stirling academics to lead international study on smart technology and consumer protection
Legal experts at the University of Stirling have launched a new study to ensure that consumer laws are as ‘smart’ as the emerging technologies that they regulate.
New Stirling-led project to reflect on Billy Bremner’s career
The life and career of Scottish football legend Billy Bremner will be the focus of a new sports heritage project, led by the University of Stirling.
Journalism students tell the untold stories of climate change
Stirling journalism students are helping to tell the untold stories of the devastating impact of climate change thanks to a new international initiative.
Research project to promote tolerance by reshaping history education
A new research project led by a University of Stirling academic is to shake-up the way British history is taught to school children and presented to the public in order to promote tolerance.
Stirling PR graduate wins top European award
A University of Stirling Public Relations graduate is celebrating after winning a top international award.
University first in Scotland to join EU traineeship project
The University of Stirling has joined the Pan-European Seal Programme, a prestigious EU training scheme, becoming the first in Scotland to partner with Europe’s leading Intellectual Property (IP) organisations: the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the European Patent Office (EPO).
Museum partnership secures £1 million for Cold War research
The University of Stirling has secured a major funding grant in partnership with National Museums Scotland for a unique research project exploring how the Cold War features in museums.
New heritage toolkit to improve community input in conservation
A new toolkit for heritage professionals is helping them understand and assess how people and communities value and relate to Scotland’s historic environment.
Stirling PR students shortlisted for prestigious award
Four University of Stirling Public Relations students have been recognised as among the best in Europe after being nominated for a top international award.
Political archive appeals for election campaign material
The Scottish Political Archive, housed at the University of Stirling, is appealing to the public to help collect campaign materials connected to next month’s Scottish Parliament elections.
RSE announces two new Stirling Fellows
Two University of Stirling Professors have been elected as Fellows of The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE).