Winter 2015/16

Thea Musgrave is one of the world’s foremost modern composers. Born and raised in Edinburgh, now living in the US, she tells Anastasia Mills Healy about her long and celebrated career, composition with the help of dreams, and ushering at the first Edinburgh Festival.

The latest news from the University, including McEwan Hall and St Cecilia's redevelopment work; Big Leap campaign; and forming the Alan Turing Institute.

As Greece’s political and economic turmoil continues, Giorgos Christides speaks to two fellow Greek alumni about their inspiring responses to their country’s crisis and the influence of their Edinburgh degrees.

The University’s impact is often considered in an international context. Claire Simpson looks closer to home to explore the mutually beneficial relationship with the local community of which staff, students and many alumni are members.

Rio, a miniature Shetland pony, was rushed to Edinburgh’s Equine Hospital for life-saving treatment as a newborn foal. His story is part of a vast range of work taking place at the Vet School, from teaching and research to veterinary services offered both locally and nationally, writes Tara Womersley.

Studying in the unique city of Edinburgh is an unforgettable experience. In each edition we share your memories of an iconic campus or city landmark and its role in your student days.

Many a lasting relationship is forged during university days, and we love to share how you met your partner or best friend.

It’s not unusual for What You Did Next to feature an Edinburgh graduate who is a luminary in his or her field. But Alison Kinnaird fits that bill twice over.

Many graduates view their time at Edinburgh as the formative years of their lives. We share a few of your experiences and updates.

As Nursing Studies at Edinburgh marks 60 years of higher education leadership, we look back at some of the milestones and pioneers.

More than 800 of the University’s unique collection of historical musical instruments will be on display in the restored St Cecilia’s Hall from late 2016. Three are showcased here through images and audio.

Dr Richard Weller, Senior Lecturer in Dermatology, has uncovered a mechanism by which sunlight appears to produce health benefits, potentially changing the advice given by his fellow dermatologists around the world.

Is there a typical mature student? Aileen Ballantyne speaks to fellow recent graduate Wendy Brooks, whose inspiring story perhaps runs contrary to stereotypes.