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St Andrews leads Westminster Ukraine briefing

St Andrews leads Westminster Ukraine briefing

Professor Phillips O’Brien briefed UK parliamentarians on the Ukraine war, addressing global impacts, European strategies, and conflict resolution, earning recognition for his efforts.

The Times are a-changing

The Times are a-changing

The University of St Andrews is celebrating a remarkable dual achievement, securing the prestigious titles of Scottish University of the Year 2025 and University of the Year for Student Experience 2025.