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Category: International
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UHI Institute for Northern Studies PhD Candidate Highlights Nature-Based Tourism Research at UArctic Congress 2026
UHI Institute for Northern Studies PhD candidate Maureen Whalen attended the UArctic Congress 2026 held in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands on 26-29th May 2026. The congress was titled Healthy Humans and Oceans in the Arctic and was hosted by the University of the Faroe Islands in partnership with the Ministry of…
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UHI Institute for Northern Studies Welcomes New Scholars: Advancing Research in Island Studies
The University of the Highlands and Islands Institute for Northern Studies is pleased to announce the appointment of two new UHI Visiting Associate Professors and one UHI Visiting Research Fellow to Island Studies. Dr Laurie Brinklow, Assistant Professor, University of Prince Edward Island, and Dr Gerard Prinsen, Associate Professor, University…
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Canadian Staff & Students Explore Scottish Heritage and Connections During Orkney Visit
Staff and students from Trent University in Ontario visited the UHI Institute for Northern Studies in Orkney as the highlight of their Scottish Summer School programme. The Canadian students were exploring Scotland’s history and politics, with a specific focus on the connections between Scotland and Canada. Trent University is one…
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Exploring Cultural Identity: Professor Mairéad Nic Craith to Present at Royal Irish Academy Conference on Borders and Boundaries
Mairéad Nic Craith, Professor of Folklore at the University of the Highlands and Islands Institute for Northern Studies, is presenting at the Royal Irish Academy’s one-day conference titled ‘Borders and Boundaries: An Interdisciplinary Exploration’ on the 9th June 2026. Mairéad’s presentation is entitled ‘Cultural Identity and the ‘Flat World’ Fallacy.”…
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UHI Institute for Northern Studies Welcomes Study Visit from Washington & Lee University USA to Orkney
In April and May 2026, the UHI Institute for Northern Studies (INS) warmly welcomed students and staff from Washington and Lee University (W&L), Virginia, for an inspiring two-week study trip to Orkney. Together, the group explored entrepreneurial best practices and creative writing, with the stunning island scenery serving as a…
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The 7th International St Magnus Conference was an Outstanding Success, filled with Inspiring Discussions and Creative Exchanges
The 7th International Conference of the University of the Highlands Institute for Northern Studies (INS) took place at UHI Perth from April 15th to 17th and was praised by all attendees as a great success. Organised by INS Lecturers, Dr OisÃn Plumb and Dr Paul Malgrati, the conference attracted speakers…
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INS Professor Delivers Annual Public Lecture at Queen’s University Belfast
Professor Mairéad Nic Craith from the University of the Highlands and Islands Institute for Northern Studies will deliver the annual public lecture titled “Irish and Ecology: How Language Enhances Empathy with the Environment” at Queen’s University Belfast on April 29th at 18:00. The presentation considers the potential role of Irish…
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Embarking on a PhD Journey: A Student’s Adventure at the UHI Institute for Northern Studies
Join us as PhD candidate Shanna Bryman discusses her remarkable journey from Phoenix, Arizona, to research at the University of the Highlands and Islands Institute for Northern Studies. “I grew up in Phoenix, Arizona—about as far from the Scottish Highlands as you can get. My childhood obsession with ancient civilisations…
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Exciting Success at the UHI Institute for Northern Studies Islands Matter OCEAN Workshop!
The recent Islands Matter OCEAN Workshop hosted by the UHI Institute for Northern Studies has been celebrated as a brilliant success! Participants engaged in dynamic discussions and shared innovative ideas, highlighting the vital role islands play in our world today. The collaboration and enthusiasm displayed throughout the event truly made…
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Professor Alex Sanmark and Dr Oisin Plumb Major New Publication Now on Pre-Order
‘Royalty and Ritual: The Landscape of Power in Early Medieval Scotland and Europe’ edited by Professor Alex Sanmark (UHI Institute for Northern Studies), Dr Mark Hall, Professor Jane Geddes and Dr Oisin Plumb (UHI INS) is now available for pre-order from Sidestone Press This interdisciplinary research project was carried out…