Student news
Our student newsroom keeps you up to date with the latest student news, events, campaigns and activities at GCU.
Got a story you'd like to share? Get in touch by emailing studentcomms@gcu.ac.uk.
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COVID-19 eyesight survey launched01 June 2020
Glasgow Caledonian University Vision Scientists Dr Mhairi Day and Dr Dirk Seidel, both registered Optometrists, have launched a survey to find out if COVID-19 affects the eyes.
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Students fundraise for national women support group as part of their university project27 May 2020
A team of students decided to campaign for a national female support charity as part of their university module – resulting in over £500 being raised overall!
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Students and staff to unite through ‘OTea break’21 May 2020
Occupational therapy students and staff are set to come together through a new initiative aimed at bringing a sense of community, while working from home.
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More green needed in Dear Green Place&,comma, research finds20 May 2020
More trees and green spaces are needed in Glasgow’s most deprived areas if those who live there are to be protected from the ravages of climate change.
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Meals&,comma, phone-calls and Zoom: how one GCU student is helping make all the difference18 May 2020
A GCU student is helping support the most vulnerable in a rural Ayrshire village.
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Research confirms effectiveness of small loans model to climate-hit Rwandan farmers18 May 2020
Providing small loans to farmers in developing countries who are already struggling with the impact of climate change can significantly improve their livelihoods.
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Alexa&,comma, can I talk to God?16 May 2020
Robotic spiritual advisors are just around the corner.
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High-Risk in self-isolation: GCU student shares experience of being at home during the pandemic12 May 2020
A GCU Masters student and NHS worker has been self-isolating at home after being identified as “high risk”.
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Research scholarship opens up future options for podiatry student12 May 2020
A GCU student has been accepted for a prestigious national scholarship – giving her the opportunity to build research skills for a career in podiatry.
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Double dose of kindness from health student11 May 2020
A GCU student has raised £360 for charity and is also set to offer therapy support to frontline workers affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
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