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Grey whales are shrinking
Gray whales that spend their summers feeding in the shallow waters off the Pacific Northwest coast have undergone a significant decline in body length since around the year 2000, a new University of St Andrews study has
A-ha moment for Armando
Award-winning writer and satirist Armando Iannucci spoke to new graduates about his impostor syndrome after receiving an Honorary Degree today.
Pathways to success for evening degree graduates
Distinction awarded to five part time degree graduates of the University of St Andrews today.
Nicole Entin receives Principal's Medal
Nicole Entin, who graduated with a MA (Hons) in Art History and English was the recipient of a Principal's Medal, awarded by Professor Dame Sally Mapstone in a ceremony on Wednesday, June 13.
William navigates obstacles to academic success
Completing a degree at the University of St Andrews is no mean feat, but William McMullan's journey has been exceptional. Like many others in his cohort, William's studies were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic...
Painting by major Ethiopian artist uncovered by Scottish art historian - in Oklahoma
One of the last artworks by a major Ethiopian artist has been uncovered by an art historian from the University of St Andrews in Scotland during a research trip to Oklahoma.
Peter Piper graduates
St Andrews student Peter Meiklejohn is a familiar face at graduation ceremonies, having served in the role of Chancellor's Piper since 2023.
The sky's the limit
A pioneering project led by a University of St Andrews academic to help pupils explore the Universe using retired telescope equipment is celebrating the milestone of supporting 100 Scottish schools.
Art in the context of HIV
A new exhibition featuring art and literature by people affected by HIV and AIDS will appear across St Andrews this month, curated by a student from the University of St Andrews.
From First Chances to First-Class Honours for Kate
A Kirkcaldy school pupil who said she wouldn't have considered university had it not been for St Andrews' introducing her to the 'First Chances' widening access programme, celebrated graduating with a First Class degree
New partnership to boost climate science with artificial intelligence
The University of St Andrews joins the National Centre for Atmospheric Science to enhance climate change research and weather science with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced computing.
Scotland's Speaker Series launch
The SFS launch event saw Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon speak of her "innate optimism" about the "power of politics to change lives".
New Wardlaw exhibition seeks answers from the great beyond
A Dalek, a set of original sketches by science-fiction writer Iain M Banks, and a handwritten inscription by Galileo are among items on display in a new exhibition in St Andrews that is out of this world.
Honour for Armando
The award-winning The Thick of It director, a former PM of New Zealand, and the first Native American Indian will join more than 2500 students celebrating graduation in St Andrews next month.
3.6-million-year-old human footprint at risk from climate change
A project led by St Andrews to protect the site of a 3.6-million-year-old human footprint at risk from climate change to be supported by the British Council.
New research calls for the protection of UK saltmarshes
The UK's saltmarshes are under threat from climate change, coastal erosion, and sea-level rise, according to a new study led by the University of St Andrews and the University of York.
New ranking puts St Andrews top of the class in Scotland
The University of St Andrews is top in Scotland and one of the four leading universities in the UK according to The Complete University Guide 2025, which was published this week.
How elephants say hello
African elephants communicate in different ways depending on the social scenario, according to a new research collaboration.
Researchers identify fastest rate of natural carbon dioxide rise over the last 50,000 years
St Andrews and Oregon State researchers reveal stark findings of detailed analysis of ancient Antarctic ice
Statistics 'trailblazer' Professor Borchers to receive Barnett Award
Professor David Borchers from the University's School of Mathematics and Statistics is to be presented with the prestigious RSS Barnett Award for 2024 by the Royal Statistics Society (RSS).
Former First Minister to launch Scotland's Future Speaker Series in St Andrews
Former First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon MSP, will give the inaugural address at the University of St Andrews' Scotland's Future Speaker Series on Monday 27 May.
Hundreds of students take part in traditional May Dip
Students gather at the East Sands to take part in the traditional May Dip, which is said to bring good luck in exams.
Geared up for sustainable travel
Researchers from the Sea Mammal Research Unit (SMRU) successfully completed a cycle challenge to raise awareness of climate change and the need to transition to a low carbon future.
Fife horticulture project heaps praise on University donation
A project set up to promote horticulture, heritage, arts, and education at Cambo Estate in Fife's East Neuk has been reaping the benefits of a donation from the University of St Andrews Community Fund.
Ellie takes Scottish Women's Open
St Andrews student Ellie Monk has won the 2024 Helen Holm Scottish Women's Open.
Scottish Brain Sciences opens new St Andrews research hub
Collaboration with University of St Andrews and Roche Diagnostics opens way to the first blood tests for Alzheimer's disease in its early stages, to be carried out in Scotland.
Arts and Humanities ranked within the world's top 50
Arts and Humanities subjects at the University of St Andrews are among the strongest in the world for teaching and research, according to a new international ranking.
St Andrews RSE Fellows
A mathematician, a sea mammal expert, a Professor of Greek, and a researcher in British culture are new RSE Fellows.
University bus deal hits £1m
A pioneering partnership between the University and bus operator Stagecoach has saved staff and students £1 millon in just 13 months.
Silver Athena Swan award for St Andrews
The University of St Andrews has received a prestigious institutional Silver Athena Swan Award in recognition of its continued efforts to advance gender equality across the University.
Lighting up the future
New multidisciplinary research from the University of St Andrews could lead to more efficient televisions, computer screens and lighting.
Medicine comes home
A new partnership between the University and NHS Fife will benefit patient care and medical research in the Kingdom and boost Scotland's training provision for new doctors.
Prize for the Environment
The University launched its annual Prize for the Environment this month, a significant global initiative that champions innovative responses to environmental challenges.
Roxani's essay in 'I Remember' Covid memorial
A St Andrews International Relations lecturer specialising in the politics of love and care has made a major contribution to I Remember - Scotland's Covid memorial
Staff raise £800 with International Women's Day dook for Fife Women's Aid
More than 30 University staff and friends gathered at East Sands beach to mark International Women's Day with a dook in the chilly waters of St Andrews Bay.
Chimpanzees learn by looking
Chimps learn by watching each other, according to research from St Andrews and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology.
Lit from within: how tiny wireless bulbs could revolutionise clinical healthcare
Researchers from the Universities of St Andrews and Cologne have developed a new device platform that allows for smaller wireless light sources to be placed in the human body.
Bobby Jones Scholars announced
The University announced the selection of four students who will spend the next academic year studying at Emory University as part of a special scholarship.
Protect marine mammal habitats
An international conservation initiative has identified new Important Marine Mammal Areas (IMMAs) in the Northeast Atlantic Ocean.
Metamaterials NetworkPlus launched after securing £2.5 million funding
The NetworkPlus will ensure the UK is a global metamaterials leader, spearheading the future of communications, defence, sustainability, healthcare, space, and aviation.
Fake news feeds on inattention
Research from St Andrews reveals how misinformation producers exploit inattentive readers, who are more likely to click on false news.
Buses promote travel scheme
A striking bus-side advertising scheme showcasing the carbon saved by St Andrews students and staff has been launched.
RSE honours St Andrews academics
Seven exceptional St Andrews academics have been awarded research grants by the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
International literary award finalist announced
Dina Nayeri, Reader in Creative Writing in the School of English and award-winning writer, is a finalist in the National Book Critics Circle Awards.
St Andrews secures £2m green hydrogen funding
The University of St Andrews has been awarded funding by the Wolfson Foundation to enable the development of green hydrogen technologies.
University puts Brakes on food delivery emissions
The University has become the first institution in Scotland's HE sector to have its food delivered by a fully electric vehicle.
Free drop-in vaccination clinics
The drop-in clinics will take place in the Students' Association Building and will run from Tuesday 30 January to Friday 2 February, between 9am and 3pm.
Advice and support offered after student diagnosed with measles
Vice-Principal (Education) Professor Clare Peddie has written to students and staff to make them aware of a measles diagnosis.
Funds for Fife projects
The University launched the first round of this year's Community Fund to support projects across Fife with awards of up to £3000.
Exhibit on ancient Iranian culture
A snake man and a bird goddess are among the objects on display in a new exhibition exploring one of the world's oldest cultures.