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Historic fountain re-instated at new Woodside Gateway

Historic fountain re-instated at new Woodside Gateway News Image korchard Fri, 19/04/2024 – 3:49 pm The Woodside Fountain has been re-instated to its original location as part of the new Woodside Gateway Feature, which was officially opened today (19 April) by Aberdeen’s Lord Provost.The Gateway is a mini-park that prioritises walking, cycling, and wheeling, and serves to welcome people to the Woodside neighbourhood.The landscaping features a sea-to-shore theme with a mixture of seaside and woodland native planting, with the fountain at the heart of the scheme. The plans were developed following a series of community engagement…


Bairns fair-tricket wi publishing their ain Doric book

Bairns fair-tricket wi publishing their ain Doric book News Image rsmillie Thu, 28/03/2024 – 11:46 am A book written in Doric by pupils at Riverbank School about a naughty herring gull has been launched today (Thursday 28 March). ‘Summer, e Magic Scurry’, tells the story of a herring gull that does all the things a ‘scurry’ –the Doric word for a gull – usually does, but then, using magic, takes the Primary 5F pupils on an adventure to various places.  The book includes a facts section, in which the scurry answers all the questions asked by the children, such…


Aberdeen teenager crowned Scotland’s top Foundation Apprentice

Aberdeen teenager crowned Scotland’s top Foundation Apprentice News Image sevans Tue, 12/03/2024 – 4:07 pm Jennifer Emmanuel, a former St Machar Academy pupil, scooped the Foundation Apprentice of the Year prize at the Scottish Apprenticeship Awards, which were held at P&J Live on Friday 8 March – the first time the event has been held ‘live’ since the pandemic.The awards, run by Skills Development Scotland, celebrate excellence in apprenticeships at Foundation, Modern, and Graduate level, and businesses which promote and support apprenticeship opportunities, recognising the value of the young workforce.Aberdeen City Council Co-Leader Councillor Christian Allard…



Next steps for Northfield schools estate approved

Next steps for Northfield schools estate approved News Image IFrampton Thu, 22/02/2024 – 8:45 am A programme aimed at addressing the surplus of schools in Northfield and improving the provision of education in the area took a step further this week.Aberdeen City Council’s Education and Children’s Services committee approved a report on the feasibility of consolidating and improving the schools estate in Northfield and reviewing the long-term future of Northfield Academy with a view to delivering better quality learning environments for pupils.Further work will now be undertaken by council staff and their progress will be reported in…


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    on October 8, 2026 at 1:44 pm
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    on September 30, 2026 at 4:37 pm

    You may have heard some reports relating to Turnitin and plans for using submitted student work to train artificial intelligence (AI) models. This statement has been released to directly address any concerns that these reports may have raised.

  • SU and University of Aberdeen Support Services
    on April 17, 2026 at 3:17 pm

    This resource has been created by the SU to help you find the support and support service you or your membership need during this difficult time. You are not expected to navigate this on your own. Support is available, and there are people who want to help. We encourage you to explore these resources and reach out in a way that feels right for you.