[Postgrad] FW: Inside Strathclyde | 1 April 2025

Michaela Graham michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk
Tue Apr 1 13:23:44 BST 2025


From: Corporate Communications <corporatecommunications at comms.strath.ac.uk>
Sent: 01 April 2025 12:26
To: Michaela Graham <michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk>
Subject: Inside Strathclyde | 1 April 2025

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1 April 2025

New Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provider <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/17lgk7puw6xw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139365>
Effective today (1 April)


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>From today (1 April), the University has a new Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provider – Optima Health, replacing our previous arrangement with PAM Assist.



Our goal is to ensure that you have access to the resources you need to support your mental and emotional wellbeing and this new partnership offers a broader range of dedicated wellbeing, counselling and mental health support.

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To be completed by Friday 30 May


[Safe360 logo]Safe360° means incorporating safety in every area of University life and the new Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, which came into force last October, places a positive and proactive legal obligation on all employers to take reasonable steps to protect our colleagues from sexual harassment during their employment.



To ensure all colleagues are aware of what constitutes sexual harassment, what to do if they are subject to or witness an act of sexual harassment, and the impact of sexual harassment the University has introduced a mandatory annual e-learning module<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/a3i4ec19zfsw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=31139365> – Recognising Sexual Harassment to be completed by all employees by Friday 30 May and thereafter on an annual basis.



Downloadable guidance for managers on how to support colleagues and manage any complaints received effectively is also available via the e-learning module.

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Strathclyde's Spring Step Count Challenge returns<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/f0htpwlrz9xw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139365>
Register your team by 28 April


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/e3/d65e61d05c4f33974cb400.jpg]Once again, we are teaming up with Paths for All<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/g09qp6ngelcw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=31139365> and Sustainable Strathclyde<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/12on1c9rns0w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=31139365> for the eight-week Spring Step Count Challenge, running from 5 May – 29 June.



Strathclyde has secured 60 team spaces for the challenge, which is open to all staff and is designed to help people walk more during the work or study day by logging our steps in teams of five.



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Calls to action



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Form closes on Tuesday 11 April


[Vending machines in the Learning & Teaching Building]



As Strathclyde's Catering Services Department prepares to renew the University's vending machine contract, they invite you to share your feedback and input on your requirements.



Your suggestions will help the team ensure that the new contract meets the needs of students, staff and visitors across campus as well as possible.

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New webpage


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Social media refers to online platforms that allow users to create, share, and engage with content in real time. These platforms facilitate communication, collaboration, and networking among individuals, communities, and organisations.

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New animation brings strategy to life


[Safety, Wellbeing & Resilience Directorate]



In November, Safety, Wellbeing & Resilience Director, Charlotte Cannon introduced the Directorate’s Culture of Care Strategy<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/2unwg022y8dw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=31139368>, which aims to create an environment where everyone feels safe, secure and supported and in which safety is embedded as a core value.



A new Culture of Care Animation aims to help colleagues communicate the strategy's key aspects and what they mean in practice.

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New form for registering lost items


[lost keys]Security Services have updated their process for reporting items lost on campus using a new MS Form<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1pwucpbf9waw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=31139368>.



Submitted forms will be registered with Security Control and logged onto the lost property database. These will be checked regularly, and any matches will be contacted, helping the team to return found items to their rightful owners as efficiently as possible.



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Alumni Fund – applications close in one week<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xo4ajiaz3xw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139368>
Apply online before midnight on Wednesday 9 April


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Applications are encouraged from student-led projects across the University, and are closing soon at midnight on 9 April.



The fund distributes around £300,000 each year to our sports teams, societies, the Library and faculty projects.



If you have any questions about applying, please contact: developmentoffice at strath.ac.uk<mailto:developmentoffice at strath.ac.uk>

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Tuesday 24 June, 8 – 9 am


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Due to circumstances outwith our control, this is a week later than usual so please be aware of the impact this may have on scheduled activities at this time.

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Strathclyde people



Strathclyde claim victory at the 2025 Glasgow Taxis Cup
Scotland's largest varsity competition


[Glasgow Taxis Cup 2025]

Strathclyde has emerged victorious at the Glasgow Taxis Cup for the second year in a row, in what turned out to be an exhilarating showdown.



Strath Student Union VP Sport, Anna Edvaldsson (pictured with the trophy) said: "After a tense draw in points between Strathclyde and Glasgow, the winner was decided by individual events won.



"We pulled ahead with a thrilling 11-10 victory, proving once again that our athletes are a force to be reckoned with. This back-to-back win highlights how awesome our sporting community is. Congratulations to the staff, athletes and volunteers who contributed to this fantastic achievement!"
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Scottish Graduate School of Social Sciences funded PhD students<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1qrmn0bfy6qw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=32779908>
Hear from participant


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All Scottish Graduate School of Social Sciences<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/16szgek6rzrw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=32779908> funded PhD students are expected to complete a three-month research in practice placement during their PhD studies. This is part of their scholarship funding; host organisations who are members of the SGSSS Doctoral Training Partnership don’t accrue any costs.

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Opportunities for students


Ten chances for Strathclyde students to win £1,000<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/hj821lht5c7w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=33629886>
Students have until 11pm on Thursday 15 May to register


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There are ten Santander Brighter Future Grants worth £1,000 each to give away and all currently enrolled Strathclyde students are eligible (including part-time, full-time, undergrads and postgrads).



There is no requirement for students to bank with Santander, they just have to create a Santander Open Academy account



Please signpost this great opportunity to students and remind them to register before the deadline.

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Spotlight on


Continuous Improvement Secondment: A reflection<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/fk2ohiqjplnw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=34069037>
Continuous Improvement blog


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/f5/54cd30be84361793a9527b.jpg]Hear from Victoria Burns, RKES Digital Communications Officer about her experience of doing a secondment with the Continuous Improvement (CI) team.



It has now been one year since she started the secondment, and she reflects on what she has learned.

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CYCJ launch new Strategic Plan 2025-2028<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/b7zj07rtverw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=34069037>
Details strategic priorities to guide work for the next three years


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CYCJ launched their new Strategic Plan at the Ramshorn Theatre on 27 March 2025.



Joined by a range of stakeholders, CYCJ celebrated their achievements and looked forward to continuing their groundbreaking work, collaborating for rights-respecting justice.

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Sustainability


That's a Wrap! Sustainability Week 2025<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1eq0tj4o5f7w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=32708979>
Learn more about the events that took place


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Sustainability Week 2025 has come to a successful close.



This year, the team connected with undergraduates, postgraduates, academic staff, and professional staff to hear their thoughts on sustainability at the University.



Participants explored new ideas and solutions to local and global challenges and many left feeling inspired to take action.

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Volunteering Day with The Conservation Volunteers<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/2qqbh1f194ew5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=32708979>
10 April, 9.45am - 3pm, pick-up near Strathclyde


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Staff and student volunteers together with The Conservation Volunteers will be working outdoors to improve green spaces for local communities.



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Events


Film screening: The Low Road<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1jzsq64atzdw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=32709029>
Wednesday 9 April, 10am (for 10.30am start), AB101, Robertson Wing, Strathclyde Business School


[The Low Road film]As part of our suicide prevention strategy, we are exploring creative ways of encouraging conversations around self-harm, suicide and mental health and we are delighted that Strathclyde will host a special showing of The Low Road Film, a journey of hope set in the Scottish wilderness.



At the screening, the film’s writer and director Stephen Mulhearn, and producer Sophie Marsh, will introduce the film and talk about its potential to support institutions to creatively and sensitively start conversations about self-harm, suicide and most importantly hope and recovery.

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SPIRAL: Hosting Conferences & Events<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/4kk1i4sk3mew5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=32709029>
Wednesday 28 May, 10am - 12pm, Executive Room A/B, Level 9, TIC


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/71/07258034151e0705f38631.jpg]This event is an invitation to academic, research and early career research staff to attend an in-person SPIRAL event hosted by Conferencing & Events<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/65mhf5q141ww5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=32709029>, and representatives from the Glasgow Convention Bureau<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1rb3pwflm82w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=32709029>, to learn about an overview of event support services available to staff considering hosting conferences/events in their area of research in Glasgow.



Dr Matthew Alexander from Strathclyde Business School will talk about his involvement in two conferences, SERVSIG 2022 and EMAC 2018, both of which took place in TIC



Refreshments will be included, and an optional tour of TIC event spaces at the end of the session.

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In the news


Strathclyde and NHS Golden Jubilee renew strategic partnership<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1c87g0qwjbmw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139333>
Focus on sustainability, collaborative research, education, the future of surgery, and pharmacy


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NHS Golden Jubilee and Strathclyde have renewed their strategic partnership to focus on developing sustainable, innovative and practical solutions to health and social care challenges.



The new five-year agreement was signed by Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Strathclyde’s Principal & Vice-Chancellor, and Gordon James, Chief Executive of NHS Golden Jubilee.

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Strathclyde ranked amongst top universities in Scotland by StudentCrowd<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/14vyqi7hmilw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139333>
Strathclyde is up one place on its position in last year’s table


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Strathclyde has been ranked as the second top university in Scotland in the StudentCrowd 2025 league table<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/cbbka57phasw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=31139333>.



The ranking is based upon analysis of more than 2,000 verified student reviews of Scottish-based institutions over the last two years.

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Industry award for partnership to fuel greener wind turbines after market<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1sp3cba512cw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139333>
The partnership aims to drive a culture change in the wind industry


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A long-standing collaboration between the AMRL (Advanced Materials Research Laboratory) at Strathclyde and Renewable Parts Limited (RPL) has scooped a CeeD Award for Circular Economy demonstrating high environmental impact or deployment of circular economy models.

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University and charity renew partnership to further pioneering stroke research<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/10tx029h6t5w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139333>
Partnership to revolutionise support for stroke survivors


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Strathclyde and Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) have renewed a long-standing partnership to revolutionise support for stroke survivors.



The Sir Jules Thorn Co-Creation Centre for Rehabilitation Technology at the University has helped more than 120 stroke survivors with a cutting-edge, technology-driven approach.

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Researchers to enhance collaboration and innovation in regional UK statistics<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1mxpdmwai26w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139333>
Researchers at Strathclyde will investigate these challenges


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A new research project has set out to improve how governmental organisations and public bodies work together to produce and analyse regional socioeconomic statistics that shape policy.



Reliable regional socioeconomic data is crucial for improving public service delivery, allocating funding and crafting evidence-led policies that tackle regional inequalities

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Making headlines




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Media round up<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1ik58dy2yh3w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31355827>


Commentary from our experts on the clocks going forward, climate change and the planned welfare reforms.

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[Best Bar None Awards Strath Union]<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/16cxmgcbte2w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=3&p=65391241&t=31355827>

Strathclyders<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/16cxmgcbte2w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31355827>


The latest alumni news and Strath Union has been named Best Specialist Venue at the Best Bar None Scotland National Awards.

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Staff development


Staff Development Series: Productivity and Personal Effectiveness<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/pv780c0wp0ww5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139367>
Wrap-up Week


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As we come to the end of this Productivity and Personal Effectiveness theme, we’d like to highlight a few key takeaways.

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Strathclyde Experience Sessions: “Decolonising the Curriculum”<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/z0w7ntpbf82w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139367>
Workshops for staff and PGR students


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/92/45cd4f28a17ba76cb3c1ba.png]The next set of “Decolonising the Curriculum” (DtC) workshops will showcase the range of work already happening at Strathclyde, particularly within the faculties of Science, HaSS, and SBS. Participants will also learn about the Strath Union-led Strath Decolonial Academy.



These sessions will explore how staff and students can collaborate, share best practices, and support one another in embedding decolonial and anti-racist approaches in teaching and research. Come and develop your learning and teaching practice.

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New Miro Learning Support Guidance<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1q7xo58jsb9w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139367>
Online, on-demand learning support advice for Miro beginners


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/ab/0da303043e4b42848bf33f.png]The Programme Management Office are delighted to announce the launch of the Miro learning support guidance<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1cpylv9gq5rw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65391241&t=31139367> course.



It is designed to guide Miro beginners through the various training and learning support options provided by Miro.

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CLL Pre-entry access course 2025/26<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1cmrt99bkadw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139367>
Applications now open


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/13/59d766e471716d6c2c18ad.jpg]Would you like to study for a university degree but don’t have the necessary qualifications?



The Centre of Lifelong Learning's Pre-entry Access Course helps people from a range of backgrounds with different learning needs and objectives.



Study a range of subjects in the following fields: History, Business, Politics & International Relations, Education, English, French, Psychology and Law.



Part funding is available.

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Standard work workshop<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/pggsjqddkvrw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139367>
Next session 10 April, 9.30 -10.30am, Online


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/f0/ae6b55ef424f50bd612505.png]Standard work can often be seen as the enemy or creativity. This session sets out to debunk that myth and to identify the ‘current’ best known way of doing something.



This is an interactive workshop, delivered online, providing simple continuous improvement techniques which, when implemented, will engender success for you and your team.

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The deadline for content submissions is 2pm every Friday.
In this issue

New Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provider <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/17lgk7puw6xw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>


New mandatory sexual harassment training<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/dxk9ppbpdalw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>


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Continuous Improvement Secondment: A reflection<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/fk2ohiqjplnw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>


CYCJ launch new Strategic Plan 2025-2028<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/b7zj07rtverw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>




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Strathclyde Experience Sessions: “Decolonising the Curriculum”<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/z0w7ntpbf82w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>


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Strathclyde and NHS Golden Jubilee renew strategic partnership<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1c87g0qwjbmw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>


Strathclyde ranked amongst top universities in Scotland by StudentCrowd<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/14vyqi7hmilw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>


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Researchers to enhance collaboration and innovation in regional UK statistics<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1mxpdmwai26w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>




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Film screening: The Low Road<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1jzsq64atzdw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65391241&t=31139332>


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