Scot Govt: 96.6% of Renfrewshire school leavers are in positive destinations
96.6% of school leavers from Renfrewshire are in positive destinations, according to new statistics from the Scottish Government.
First-of-its-kind research by Scottish University into underemployment in Europe
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is exploring the lived experiences of underemployed workers as part of a first-of-its-kind multi-institutional research project.
Make numbers count and join new Multiply training courses
Renfrewshire residents who want to be more confident using numbers and maths are being urged to sign up for a new range of training and support.
Event: “Mary Queen of Science” probe by Paisley u3a
Why does the face of Mary Somerville, who was born in 1780 and grew up in Burntisland, appear on today’s RBS £10 banknotes?
University gives back by launching ‘invisible coffee’ scheme
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) has launched a new scheme to give back to its local communities.
Impact of third sector and civil society explored by UWS
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is part of a multi-institutional project which aims to better understand the scale, scope and contribution of the third sector in the UK.
Grass species offers cancer treatment potential
A drought-resistant perennial grass could help in the fight against cancer, University of the West of Scotland (UWS) research has revealed.
Barnardo’s proud to support schools recognised for their dedication to emotional wellbeing of children
Three Renfrewshire schools and an Early Learning Centre that are excelling in putting children’s social and emotional learning at the heart of all they do have received global recognition.
Students already benefitting from UWS’s partnership with Ukrainian university
Students are already benefiting from the University’s new partnership with the Ukrainian State University of Railway Transport (USURT).
Students paint new bereavement hub for ACCORD Hospice
A group of Paisley Painting and Decorating students have been putting their skills to good use in the local community at ACCORD Hospice.