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St Andrews Professor Gurchathen Singh Sanghera elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences
School of International Relations Professor Gurchathen Singh Sanghera has been elected a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, recognising his research on social justice, discrimination, and human rights
New research maps the breadth of St Andrews relationship with colonialism
A unique visualisation identifying, charting and exploring the colonial connections of over 900 students who were at the University in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
The 'Rough Wooing' is offensive and wrong: Argues leading historian
The term 'the rough wooing' is used to refer to the first eight years of Mary's reign, Dr Amy Blakeway argues that it legitimizes sexual violence and distorts historical facts.
St Andrews Prize for the Environment finalists announced
Three global finalists have been selected for the 27th St Andrews Prize for the Environment - the University of St Andrews innovative sustainability initiative.
Dame Anne Pringle elected Chancellor of the University of St Andrews
Dame Anne, a trailblazing diplomat who was formerly British Ambassador to Moscow, won a majority of support in the recent election.
The University of St Andrews teams up with the R&A in a unique collaboration
A new series of lectures explores the relationship between sport and art.
New research shows how to challenge the rising tide of global hate
A global team of researchers have produced a new World Bank Working Paper offering an innovative and innovative and integrative analysis of how collective hate develops and the strategies that can be used to counter it.
Unique 'inside out' planetary system discovered
St Andrews researchers have found four planets which break the usual convention of how solar systems are composed.
Sakura cherry trees bring colour, culture and biodiversity to St Andrews
The University has planted its first Sakura cherry blossom trees as part of a nationwide initiative celebrating the longstanding friendship between Japan and the UK.
University welcomes approval for cutting-edge investment
The Digital Nexus building will provide collaborative research spaces designed to help tackle major global challenges, such as climate change and dementia.
Fife groups invited to apply to University Community Fund
The University of St Andrews has opened a new round of applications to its Community Fund, marking the sixth year of the Fund supporting community groups and charities across the whole of Fife.
University of St Andrews appoints first Orthodox theologian to historic Chair of Divinity
Professor Plested's research focuses on the Christian East, modern Orthodox theology, and on the dialogue between the Orthodox tradition and Western Christian thought.
Ranking success for St Andrews Arts and Humanities
St Andrews is 35th in the Arts and Humanities World University Rankings 2026, published by Times Higher.
St Andrews' student crowned golf champion
Golf Scholar and Business School student Judd Sundelson triumphs at the 2026 South African Amateur Championship
St Andrews to elect new Chancellor
The University of St Andrews has confirmed that four candidates are to stand for election to be its next Chancellor.
Aacademic supports UN disaster response
Lecturer in Physical Geography, Dr TJ Young, is travelling to Mozambique as part of an emergency UNDAC mission responding to severe flooding.