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Members of the General Council and their guests attended an interesting discussion on university life past and present in the unique and historic setting of St Cecilia's Hall on 7 October 2025.

The Committee met with Vice-Principal Philanthropy and Executive Director of Development and Alumni, Chris Cox, and Professor Christina Boswell, Vice-Principal Research and Enterprise to hear presentations concerning the University’s relationships with its international alumni and to discuss some of the current activity taking place globally; and how implementation of the Research and Innovation strategy can support the University to achieve its objectives and enhance its international reputation.

The Committee spoke to Vice-Principal and Chief Information Officer, and Librarian to the University Mr Gavin McLachlan, about the University's digital infrastructure.

The Committee invited Professor Colm Harmon, Vice-Principal Students to update on the Curriculum Transformation Programme.

The Committee met with Vice-Principal Philanthropy and Executive Director of Development and Alumni (D & A) Chris Cox, to talk about ways in which PASC can work to align General Council activities with those of D & A and support mutual goals effectively.