UWS alumni news, blogs and stories
It’s over 40 years since alumnus George Glasgow received the Amundsen Trophy whilst studying at the University, but having returned to the UK recently from the US, George pencilled in a visit to UWS Paisley Campus to get that photograph he didn’t have.
A collaboration with Helia Photonics, whose CEO is alumnus Caspar Clark, is set to revolutionise the manufacturing of key components, used in a range of applications.
Two former students who met while studying at Paisley College of Technology (now UWS) have recently celebrated 28 years of marriage. Little did Jonathan and Jacqueline Reid know that when they chose to study...
UWS alumna and lecturer Dr Evi Viza talks about a project she, her students, the local community and local schools, created to share kindness.
UWS Civil Engineering graduate appointed new Head of Barhale group in Scotland.
A graduate from has gifted £10,000 for a scholarship to support BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering students.
UWS engineering graduate Isla Mackenzie is hoping to fulfil her dream of being a racing driver by entering the 2021 Formula Woman competition.
International Women in Engineering Day is on 23 June, we hear from STEM Ambassador and UWS graduate Amanda Shaw about her journey into engineering.
UWS civil engineering graduate James Haluch has been appointed as Managing Director at Breedon Group.
Civil Engineering graduate Gayle Boyd tells us about her experiences at UWS and her role with Balfour Beatty following graduation.
David Hammond, Technology Transformation Architect – Open Hybrid Cloud at IBM, reflects on his hugely successful career at IBM and his continuing relationship with Paisley and the University.
The Kingston Bridge, one of Glasgow’s most iconic structures, opened 50 years ago this month. Civil engineering graduate Stuart Baird who founded the Glasgow Motorway Archive comments in the BBC film “I think it’s...
A UWS Civil Engineering graduate talks about her job ensuring the railways are safe during the coronavirus outbreak – and how it’s inspiring to see more women entering the industry. Katie, 27, from Knightswood,...
Civil Engineering graduate Robert Robertson, Senior Site Agent with Balfour Beatty has been recognised through the Scottish Mentoring Network for a Highly Commended Mentor Award for his role as an industry mentor to engineering...
Dr Gordon McConnell, BSc (Hons) Mechanical Engineering graduate (1975) who led the design of the Airbus 350, is one of four engineers to be inducted into the Scottish Engineering Hall of Fame. Following his...
Almost 40 years to the day the BSc Hons Civil Engineering class of 1978 met again for the first time since graduation in Paisley on 7th July 1978. The full class of six were joined...
Charis, who is former Commercial Marketing Director at Lenovo and now Commercial Category Manager at Microsoft Australia, tells us about her time studying in Paisley.
Civil Engineering (1983) alumnus Gerry Donnelly talks about how his degree secured a successful career with an American company for life.
Alumnus Gordon McConnell talks about how his degree prepared him for a celebrated career in the aeronautical industry.
It is striking how enthusiastically YiLei Yang discusses her work as an Engineer for Dutch company Grontmij, and she credits a work placement set up for her while studying for a Masters degree at...