The #40Faces campaign from Universities Scotland showcases 40 people who came to university from non traditional routes.

They share their views on Scotland’s journey to equalise access to education. So proud of our three UofG students featured -Jon, Shannon & Jamie.

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🆕Looking into the four key lessons which emerged from our 40 Faces, they have shared with us what they believe needs to be done to widen access to higher education.

👀Today, we will begin to share more of their stories...
#40Faces

We’re joining Universities Scotland in celebrating the stories and achievements of students from underrepresented backgrounds.

Carol Hunter has overcome challenges to achieve not just one but two OU degrees, and is now inspiring others with FASD 👉 ow.ly/SbXz50Rg5bR
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Some great advice from our very own Mia Burleigh, PhD, CSci, FHEA for both current and prospective students!

Have a look at Mia's feature in Universities Scotland!

#40faces #lifeatUWS #Resilience

We’re joining Universities Scotland in celebrating the stories and achievements of students from underrepresented backgrounds with the new national campaign #40Faces

Read more about Rebecca’s experience at the University of St Andrews.

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#EverToExcel

Delighted to share Universities Scotland '40 Faces' campaign, sharing insights and experiences from students on what further action is needed to reach our widening access goals by 2030. #40faces

We're proud to have BSc Integrated Health and Social Care student Wayne Willoughby represent UWS in the @Uni_Scot #40Faces campaign. 🙌

'Being at university is a great experience so far and it's giving me a chance to grow and reach my potential'

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We’re supporting Universities Scotland’s #40Faces campaign on widening access to higher education. 👏

Read about Jake and Megan's stories below. 👇

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#HeriotWattUni

“While at university i unlocked my potential for autonomy.”

Jamie spent 21 years of his life in the care system and overcame tremendous adversity to join UofG. He has now graduated with a degree in Community Development.

More: 40faces.universities-scotland.ac.uk/money-matters/…

#40Faces UofG Widening Participation

Kenny is one of two inspirational GCU graduates featured in Universities Scotland's 40 Faces Campaign 👏

Find out more about Kenny on the Universities Scotland #40Faces campaign website: 40faces.universities-scotland.ac.uk/start-young-on…

Good to see some of our past & present University of Glasgow students featured in this #40faces campaign by Universities Scotland showcasing the value of widening access & sharing insightful experiences from students across Scotland. Great also to read of the importance of support provided by UofG Widening Participation

Graduate Sharon Mackay features in Universities Scotland's #40Faces campaign, talking about the support from our fair access Transitions initiative, an industry-leading arts education programme for young people who want to excel in the performing and production arts.
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Big thanks to Calum Ross for his work on this - I'm so proud of the #40Faces campaign and what the nominees voices add to what we are working towards.

🤝 | We’re delighted to be supporting Universities Scotland’s #40Faces campaign on widening access, celebrating students who have attended university from underrepresented backgrounds.

We look forward to sharing some of the stories from #EdNapier in the coming days!…

'When individuals can see people from their own backgrounds doing something they dream of, it shows them that it is entirely possible.”

Shannon attended a low-participation school and entered university via the REACH programme.

More: 40faces.universities-scotland.ac.uk/join-things-up…

#40Faces UofG Widening Participation

“It made my first experience of university one of respect, dignity & genuine excitement.

Jon had a challenging home life and became estranged from their parents as a teenager. With support from our UofG Widening Participation team Jon became a UofG student.

More: 40faces.universities-scotland.ac.uk/money-matters/…

#40Faces

We’re proud to support Universities Scotland’s #40Faces campaign, which showcases the stories and achievements of students from underrepresented backgrounds.

Three of our inspirational students, Erraid, Kirsten and Shahzad, are featured.

Find out more about them and the campaign below 👇

Great to see two of our exceptional QMU graduates featured in this new #40faces campaign by Universities Scotland, showcasing the value of widening access in the higher education sector. We look forward to sharing their inspiring stories!

We’re proud to be supporting Universities Scotland’s #40Faces campaign on #WideningAccess , celebrating students who have attended university from underrepresented backgrounds. We look forward to sharing inspiring stories form our UWS community over the next few days!

.@MiaBurleigh8 left school at 16 with no qualifications and returned to education, via college, a decade later. Mia went on to achieve First Class Honours and a PhD at UWS before becoming a lecturer.

Read Mia's feature in @Uni_Scot's #40Faces campaign: 40faces.universities-scotland.ac.uk/start-young-on…