Kirsty Gunn, professor in Creative Writing at the University, discusses the art of short story writing in a recent BBC programme. In Free Thinking Kirsty joins Laurence Scott, Claire Harman and Shahidha Bari to explore the works of Katherine Mansfield and Mavis Gallant, find out more by clicking on the image below Kirsty also had…Continue Reading Reflections on Katherine Mansfield
The University’s Global Room has something for everyone. Find out more about what they do with this blog by Anya Farnan. The Global Room is a social space on City Campus for all students to relax, meet new people and celebrate cultural events. The Global Room offers a drop-in zone during the semester with various…Continue Reading The Global Room
From rioting in 17th century Scotland to Scotland’s first printed book – check out the webinars chaired by Dr Allan Kennedy lecturer in Scottish History. Upcoming sessions include ‘Slaves and Highlanders: Silenced Histories of Scotland and Caribbean’ and ‘Musical life in 18th century Edinburgh’. In March find out about Dunfermline Abbey For more information visit…Continue Reading History Scotland webinars
Oliwia Mruk, a Biological Sciences student at the University tells us about his exhibition in Dundee Science Centre focusing on conservation and biodiversity. Biodiversity is extremely important – it supports all life on earth. Quoting one of my all-time favourites – “It’s the circle of life and it moves us all”. Biodiversity supports all life…Continue Reading Preserving Balance – a mini-exhibition at Dundee Science Centre
Did you know the University has a world-leading expert on the history of science fiction on its staff? Find out more at the following events Exhibition at Dundee Central Library Foyer from Monday 6th to Saturday 18th February Public ‘round table’ discussion with students and staff: Friday 10th February 5:30pm-7:00pm ‘Blazing Worlds! Science Fiction by…Continue Reading Blazing Worlds! Science Fiction by Women
The latest exhibition from Museum Services in the Tower Foyer Gallery has been designed to tie into both Dundee Science Festival in February and Dundee Women’s Festival in March. Entitled Uncertain Territories, it features work by women scientists and artists from Dundee and beyond who have explored the natural world in different (though sometimes connected)…Continue Reading Uncertain Territories – Women & Nature