University Secretary and Deputy Vice Chancellor - Governance @uofglasgow. “He shows an enquiring mind” (School Report, 1972).
Glasgow, Scotland
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Very much enjoyed the launch of the Duncan Shanks exhibition at the Hunterian Art Gallery this evening. Liz Lochhead read a beautiful poem in Duncan’s honour - the first time I’ve heard Liz speak since she stood for Rector in Aberdeen 41 years ago…
The Mercado Central in Alicante - it suffered a terrible aerial bombardment in May 1938, during the Civil War, with over 300 civilians killed. Seen here the following year after the Nationalists took the city.
A visit to the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art today, with its collection of works by Eusebio Sempere and other 20th century artists.
Memorial to Archibald Dickson, who rescued hundreds of people in Alicante when the Nationalists took the city in 1939, ferrying them to Oran. He lost his life later that year when his merchant ship was sunk by a U-boat.
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Another lovely visit today to our very own Co-op on our main campus @UofGlasgow . This store is a real Godsend. We were looked after by the loveliest and most friendliest of colleagues - who is from the Cayman Island. Loved her positivity and genuine warm interaction.
Delighted to be at the opening of UofG’s Co Op last week. Convenience, great prices and amazing products!
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21 Downshire Hill, Hampstead - where photographer Lee Miller and artist Roland Penrose lived during the war.
A Bellini Margarita, as first mixed by master mixologist Simon Difford a couple of months ago. Have a great weekend, everyone!
Poem of the Week is “The Sunlight on the Garden” by Louis MacNeice. I’m planning a brief pilgrimage to his house in Hampstead next week.
Shana Tova! Best wishes to all those celebrating Rosh Hashanah at @UofGlasgow and beyond.
A couple of weeks late but I really like this poem by Black Mountain poet Robert Duncan (no relation).
It’s a beautiful morning here on Gilmorehill - the season of mists held at bay for a few more days. Can’t wait to see the students back on campus next week!
