thomas

[thomas @thomasckn1]

@dadshiftuk @movember

[thomas @thomasckn1]

Two weeks isn't enough. The UK has the worst paternity leave in Europe, so today I joined The Dad Shift and 120 others around the country to hang these baby grows up in Glenrothes Dundee, and Dumbarton.

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #TwoWeeksIsntEnough #DadShift #Movember

[thomas @thomasckn1]

It would be great to see @thecourieruk pick up this campaign that's gathering momentum across Tayside.

[University of Dundee @dundeeuni]

JUST IN - we have been named Europe’s Entrepreneurial University of the Year!

The announcement was made tonight at the @ACEEU_org Triple E Awards, recognising our efforts towards the quest for entrepreneurship and engagement in higher education 👏

[madeline odent @oldenoughtosay]

The National Gallery in London is renovating its Sainsbury Wing and they’ve just found a secret letter from one of the original donors, sunk into a concrete column, saying that he hates the columns and is glad they’re being demolished.
10/10 unhinged rich man behaviour, no notes

[University of Dundee @dundeeuni]

We’re excited to reveal the winners of the Stephen Fry Public Engagement Awards 2024! The Awards celebrate innovative and impactful public engagement initiatives across our community.

But first… Stephen himself reminds us of our 2023 best bits:

[University of Dundee @dundeeuni]

We're number 1️⃣ !

We've been named the UK’s best uni for supporting spinout businesses, according to @OctopusVentures 🎉

The ranking was determined by number of patents, spin-out companies created and recent portfolio success

Read more 👉 https://t.co/pX9B6czAnd

[ScotWays @ScotWays]

We're very disappointed to see several well-used paths closed, without provision of any alternative crossings over the new Levenmouth railway line. https://t.co/VgTHBZidW0

[thomas @thomasckn1]

What a total legend. I Left My Heart In San Francisco has got to be one of my favourite songs. What a stonking catalogue he's left behind!

[Rolling Stone @RollingStone]

Tony Bennett, the beloved standards crooner whose massive popularity bridged multiple generations, has died at the age of 96.
https://t.co/pVYlKJ3jiO

[thomas @thomasckn1]

.#fundraisers give me a shout if you're tempted by this! would be delighted to be joined more fundraisers to help raise funds and increase impact for this incredible organisation.

Have also been Treasurer for 2 years, so again, would be happy to chat with anyone interested!

[goodmoves.org @goodmovesjobs]

Trustees: Fundraising/Treasurer @2050ClimateGrp to join their Board https://t.co/WFrR27FOGr Edinburgh #CharityJob

[University of Dundee @dundeeuni]

As part of our commitment to addressing the climate crisis, we are today delighted to announce the establishment of the Binks Sustainability Institute, thanks to generous support from the Binks Trust 🌍 🌱 🌊

Read more about the Centre and its work 👉 https://t.co/kbnL5LwnGj

[thomas @thomasckn1]

@ScotRail the 15:01 to Dundee has been sitting at Aberdour since 15:33. We've had no update on the train about why we've stopped. Any explanation? Also surely for a delay this long passengers should be getting informed by on train staff?

[STV News @STVNews]

Patients and families have been touring the laboratories at Dundee University to find out about new research to find a cure.
https://t.co/fE4RIJzRxl

[The National @ScotNational]

The University of Dundee spinout company will help Muslims with diabetes to fast safely during Ramadan

https://t.co/glBLDVkNJ5

[2050 Climate Group @2050ClimateGrp]

We need nominations! 💚

@2050ClimateGrp have entered Movement for Good’s charity draw and with your support, we could win £1000. Please click on our custom link below and scroll to the bottom to nominate us.

One vote from you goes a long way for us! ✨
https://t.co/DJXB9ehZx3

[thomas @thomasckn1]

Ah, totally gutted about this.

[Rolling Stone @RollingStone]

Christine McVie, the Fleetwood Mac ‘Songbird’ and voice of many of their most enduring songs, including “Don’t Stop,” “Little Lies” and “Everywhere,” has died at 79. https://t.co/EB773uKwNj

[University of Dundee @dundeeuni]

Today, #GivingTuesday, we're inviting you to consider donating to our Student Financial Aid Fund - https://t.co/FyQXurV3wZ

Here's why... 
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[thomas @thomasckn1]

Fascinating insight into income equality in the UK (and US)

[John Burn-Murdoch @jburnmurdoch]

NEW: income inequality in US & UK is so wide that while the richest are very well off, the poorest have a worse standard of living than the poorest in countries like Slovenia https://t.co/gtHvhNsnuT

Essentially, US & UK are poor societies with some very rich people.

A thread:

[thomas @thomasckn1]

Exciting job opportunity!! We would love to attract a broad range of candidates. Any questions, just DM me.

[2050 Climate Group @2050ClimateGrp]

📣 #HiringAlert!

We’re looking for a brilliant individual to join our Staff Team as our new Director as we develop and deliver a refreshed strategic vision!

More info and how to apply: https://t.co/rmi6YfDbGD

[Royal Society of Edinburgh @RoyalSocEd]

In the changing socio-political landscape of Scotland, debates on the Scots language have come to the fore. But what exactly is Scots?

📆 03 August, 13:00
📍 Online
💬 @UofGEnglishLang @UofGCritStudies, @scotslanguage, @ScotsDictionars, @LairnScots
🎫 https://t.co/8u3K1aBOTk