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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 18th Century Orkney: Lynn Campbell’s in-depth study of resilient communities
Lynn Campbell, Lecturer and Programme lead for the BA (Hons) in Culture and Heritage at the UHI Institute for Northern Studies, is diving deep into 18th-century Orkney for her PhD research. By examining kirk session minutes from four different parishes, including Rousay and Egilsay between 1733 and 1747, she’s uncovering…
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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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Institute for Northern Studies Andrew Jennings Awarded Professorial Title by UHI
The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) has awarded Dr Andrew Jennings the title of Professor of Island Studies in recognition of his outstanding contributions to teaching, research, academic leadership, and regional impact. The appointment reflects UHI’s distinctive approach to recognising academic excellence across a range of pathways, including…
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The Kame of Isbister: A First Millennium Stronghold on the Edge of the World
Dr Andrew Jennings, Associate Professor in Island Studies at the UHI Institute for Northern Studies writes………. There are some archaeological sites that lodge in the imagination and refuse to leave. For me, the Kame of Isbister has been one of those sites for years. A 38-metre high rocky headland of…
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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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Great News! UHI Institute for Northern Studies Lecturer, Dr Oisín Plumb, Awarded Research Funding
We are excited to announce that Dr. Oisín Plumb has been awarded funding from The British Academy Neil Ker Memorial Fund. This support will facilitate his intriguing research into “The Macrobian Orcades: A View from Britain.” Congratulations. This research examines the representation of the ‘Orcades’ in Macrobian zonal maps found…
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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 Oisín Plumb and Dr Paul Malgrati, the conference attracted speakers…