Building artistry from industry
The war in Donbas, Ukraine, has resulted in the deaths of over 13,000 people and displaced a further 1.6 million since it began in 2014. Dr Donovan, of the School of Modern Languages, has demonstrated that the…
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The University of St Andrews is ambitious for the quality and impact of our research and educational programmes. Research and teaching are at the heart of who we are and what we do, and the fact that we can connect them so strongly is distinctive and fundamental to our global reputation. In an environment where competition for resources and opportunities is ever fiercer, we must anticipate and be ready to act to stay ahead.
The 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda: Looking for Positive Psychological Growth
The 1994 genocide in Rwanda was responsible for the deaths of over a million people, tearing apart families and leaving many survivors severely traumatised. Nicki Hitchcott, of the School of Modern Languages, has led a…
Bringing Nuance to Mexican History
Santa Anna is probably the historical figure most Mexicans love to hate. Although perceived as a hero by those who served under him during a 40-year political career, this six-times President of Mexico has since been…
Prof. Katherine Hawley on Trust, Distrust, and Commitment
We live in a crisis of trust. We have difficulty trusting those around us, our news sources, and the people that are meant to represent us. With a simple yes or no, think to yourself: can you confidently say you…
Arclight in Rwanda
The Global Health Team from the School of Medicine recently completed a national eye care training and distribution exercise in Rwanda utilizing the Arclight solar powered ophthalmoscope. The team, led by Dr Andrew…