Digital skills are essential to working in our fast-evolving digital world. Current technologies are being replaced by more advanced ones increasingly rapidly, so having a strong digital skillset, and feeling confident in your capabilities will be very important for your role within the University. By investing in digital skills training for our staff, we aim […]
Pronouns on your profile in Microsoft 365
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment at the University of Stirling. Thanks to a request from the Student Union, we are excited to announce the activation of pronouns in Microsoft 365, which will allow everyone to express their gender identity more accurately. Why Pronouns Matter Pronouns are essential for recognising and respecting diverse […]
Social Engineering with Professor Kevin Grant
We’re excited to announce that one of our very own, Professor Kevin Grant, Dean of Stirling Management School, (who also happens to have a mildly intimidating military background) will be hosting a seminar on Social Engineering. Yep, the kind that happens in the wild, not just in the lab. Whether you’re a seasoned pro at […]
New Library Exhibition: Scotland in 1824
The latest exhibition in the Library takes inspiration from 200 years ago. In the display cases outside the Archives Reading Room you can see a number of books and other items from our collections published in Scotland in 1824. This was the era of Sir Walter Scott, James Hogg and John Galt. Scotland was becoming […]
Staff Digital Skills Training – Microsoft
We’re excited to unveil our upcoming series of Microsoft training sessions. In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, staying current with the latest software and tools is paramount. That’s why we’re introducing a comprehensive lineup of training events crafted specifically to empower you in mastering Microsoft applications and optimising your productivity. Join us as we delve […]
Black History Month in the library
October is Black History Month! This is a time to celebrate and recognise the significant contributions and achievements of Black individuals throughout history. Our library is excited to participate in this important month by offering a variety of resources and activities. Book Display Visit the library to check out our specially curated book display, featuring […]
Stress Awareness Week in the Library
Stress Awareness Week takes place from Monday 4th, November to Sunday 10th, November. There are lots of events planned to help you identify and manage the symptoms of stress. This week’s activities highlight ways that stress might affect people and help our staff and students manage their stress before it becomes a problem. List of […]
Expiry and deletion of Groups and Teams sites
It’s time for a clear out of our unused Microsoft 365 sites! We will soon be introducing expiry dates into Teams and SharePoint sites that have not been active for a year… Currently we have nearly 18,000 SharePoint and Teams sites, many of which were created as test sites by students and staff and have […]
UoS Guest Wi-Fi – Residences switch off
UoS Guest Wi-Fi is a public Wi-Fi service provided by an external company (BT) to many of our campus buildings. This is in place for visitors to the University and is intended for short term internet connection. During the summer months, when the University Residences are in use for holiday guests, we expand the Guest […]
Boost your Cyber-Security: Join our drop-in sessions!
In today’s digital age, staying cyber-secure is more important than ever. That’s why we’re excited to announce our upcoming Cyber-Security Drop-In Sessions! Whether you’re a tech novice or a seasoned pro, our expert is here to help you safeguard your devices and personal information. What to Expect: Why Attend? When and Where: Don’t miss out […]