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I first learned about the University of Glasgow as a boy when I read the James Herriot book All Creatures Great and Small. Mr. Herriot, or James Alfred “Alf” Wight, OBE FRCVS, to use his real name, attended veterinary school there. I was able to visit the university for the first and only time just over a decade ago in 2008. Any time I visit a new city, I try to go to whatever college is nearby, but the Herriot books made this a destination of choice. Time was not on my side and I was unfortunately not able to visit the Veterinary school which is a couple of miles away in Bearsden. But, I did get to have a look around the Gilmorehill campus in the West End of Glasgow which was a short subway ride from where I was staying and attending a conference. The architecture is remarkable! I had a quick look about, bought a t-shirt, and did a tour of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum next door. I wanted to come back and have a better look around, and still hope I can some day, but for now that was the extent of my experience.
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Steve
12/19/2024 01:47:02 pm
Hi, I was actually in Glasgow to present some of my research at a conference. I went by the university and the Glasgow College of Art simply to look around and enjoy their wonderful campuses. I first became aware of Glasgow Uni when reading the book All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot. It is a lovely place and the people were very nice. I recommend a visit. Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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