PGR Community and Belonging
As a PGR you may be in a new city, country or even continent. Building a community and finding connection are important to the wellbeing of PGRs and there are several ways you can connect with others. You can find out about some opportunities below.
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This PhD Life
ThisPhDLife is our biannual conference on the PGR experience, with tips and advice from your fellow PGRs
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PGR Lunchtime Walks
Join fellow PGRs on Wednesdays at 1pm outside the Gilchrist for a sociable meander through the local landscapes. More information is shared on the @UofGPGRs Twitter, @UofG_PGRs Instagram and via email - so keep an eye on your inbox.
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PGR Gardening
Indulge your green thumb by joining our PGR gardening sessions taking place every Wednesday at 5pm. There;s something for everyone and no experience is necessary to get started! For more information keep an eye on your inbox and our social media channels (@UofGPGRs X, @UofG_PGRs Instagram). Or join the Viewfield Lane Gardens MS Teams group using your UofG login.
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PGR Bookshelf
The PGR Bookshelf is a bookcase in the Gilchrist Postgraduate Club. PGRs can take a book, drop off any they’ve read, and sit and have a coffee, and a break, with their new read. While there is the opportunity to exchange a book, there is no obligation. The only rule is that no textbooks or academic texts are allowed.
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PGR Blog
The PGR Blog is a community space for UofG PGRs to share experiences of doing and sharing research, and of life and wellbeing in Glasgow. Written by PGRs for PGRs: whether you are a reader, one of our future writers or a member of the higher education sector – this blog for you.
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The Gilchrist Postgraduate Club
The Gilchrist Postgraduate Club provides space for postgraduates with a cafe, study booths, a variety of social events and a seminar room that booked for events such as meetings, small lectures, research workshops, presentations and social events.
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UofG Clubs and Societies
The Students' Representative Council (SRC) has over 300 affiliated clubs and societies which you can join as a PGR. With so many clubs and societies there's something for everyone!
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UofG Club Sport
The Glasgow University Sports Association have over 50 affiliated sports clubs that are open to PGRs to join.