October 2021 news
Archive news stories
Stirling PR graduate wins top European award
A University of Stirling Public Relations graduate is celebrating after winning a top international award.
![PR award winner Iris holds her framed certificate](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/PR-prize-winner_TB_450x338.jpg)
Pandemic impact on senior charge nurses and midwives explored
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on senior charge nurses and midwives will be explored as part of a new University of Stirling study.
![nurse](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/nurse-450x338.jpg)
‘Stark’ figures reveal lack of diversity in Scottish history lessons
A new survey of Scottish teachers, released to coincide with Black History Month, has revealed only a minority of secondary schools feature Black history in lessons.
![Stock photos of a classroom. A teacher stands in front of a whiteboard with students sitting at desks facing them.](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/Classroom-stock_TB_450x338.jpg)
Community justice exhibition opens at University of Stirling
A new photography exhibition aiming to raise awareness of the positive impact of the community justice system in Scotland has opened at the University of Stirling.
![Graffitied mask on display at the exhibition](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/Second-Chancers-ehibition_TB_450x338.jpg)
Stirling appoints new Dean to its Faculty of Social Sciences
The University of Stirling has appointed Professor Derek McGhee as Dean of its Faculty of Social Sciences.
![Photograph shows Prof Derek McGhee. It is a head and shoulders shot, with Prof McGhee pictured outside and looking straight to camera. He has white hair and is wearing a grey suit, light coloured shirt and red tie](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/derek_mcghee-450x338.jpg)
COP26: University of Stirling experts to develop new research hub in Africa
A new multi-million-pound project involving University of Stirling scientists will create a research hub to explore climate-smart, conservation-led solutions for sustainable development in central Africa.
![Gabonese forest landscape](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/GaboneseForest-450338.jpg)
Experts recommend resistance training to improve frailty in older people
Resistance training in frail older adults is effective in delivering significant improvements in functional capacity and strength, according to a new study by the University of Stirling.
![Older people using resistance training equipment](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/gym-450x338.jpg)
University of Stirling experts explore framing of alcohol harm
Experts at the University of Stirling are leading a new research project aiming to create a better informed, more balanced and compassionate national conversation around alcohol harm.
![bottle of alcohol](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/bottle-450x338.jpg)
University first in Scotland to join EU traineeship project
The University of Stirling has joined the Pan-European Seal Programme, a prestigious EU training scheme, becoming the first in Scotland to partner with Europe’s leading Intellectual Property (IP) organisations: the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the European Patent Office (EPO).
![3D illustration of a folder, focus on a tab with the word infringement](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/IP-stock-photo.jpg)
King and Queen of Sweden visit the University of Stirling’s dementia centre
The King and Queen of Sweden paid a royal visit to the University of Stirling today (Monday 4 October) to learn about its world-leading dementia research.
![Swedish Royal Family and man in uniform walking towards camera](/media/stirling/news/news-centre/2021/october/swedish-royal-visit-450x338.jpg)