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Ruth and Bernard Smith enjoyed a very happy life together, meeting when Aberdeen-born and educated Bernard was Chief of Neurology at the Meyer Memorial Hospital in Buffalo and Ruth was Chief Librarian.
Bernard graduated from the University of Aberdeen MBChB in 1940 and maintained a deep affection for his hometown…
When Mandy Dobie graduates from Aberdeen on Thursday 27 June with an MLitt in Scottish Heritage (with Distinction), a few months ahead of her 60th birthday, it will be for the second time, having previously graduated in 1986 with a BSc in Natural Philosophy.
Following her graduation in 1986, Mandy…
As one of only two females to graduate in Economics at the University in 1967, Judith McDowall was breaking boundaries at a young age. While studying she took full advantage of university life as a passionate sportswoman and devoted member of the Chapel Choir. She went on to work abroad,…
Born in Grantown on Spey 1 December 1934, Dr Alexander (Sandy) Stewart Mackenzie stayed connected with the University of Aberdeen from his graduation in 1959 right through until his death in Kirkcaldy in October 2022. He was one of many alumni who sent inspiring messages of hope and encouragement to…
Mary R S Creese was born in Orkney in 1935 to Walter (a minister) and Annie (a schoolteacher) Weir. She married Professor Thomas Creese, a US mathematician, in 1964 and had two daughters, Anna and Catherine. She enjoyed a long and distinguished career in science and later in her career…
Following many years of generous lifetime giving to the University, alumna Anne Young is now enabling the vital conservation of historic manuscripts and the advancement of interdisciplinary research fellowships thanks to the CRUT she set up in the USA in 2001 which has now been gifted to the University in…
Alumnus and Partner & Head of the Private Client Team at Ledingham Chalmers Solicitors, Craig Pike, tells us why it is vitally important to write a will.
Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE)-commissioned research published in 2022 reported 52% of people in Scotland did not have a will.
If you die…
As Free Wills Month continues, here we find out about Dr Jane Hellman and the gift she left in her will to the University.
Dr Jane Hellman, a medical graduate of the University of Aberdeen, has left an extremely generous unrestricted gift in her will, trusting the University to use…
Purchasing equipment, covering travel expenses, paying entry fees to competitions, and qualifications for coaches – the expenses pile up for sports clubs. To enhance the student experience and make sports clubs more accessible a number of groups have been financially supported by the Student Fund. Learn more about how the…
I have recently been appointed as the Development Officer for Legacy Gifts. Having worked at the University of Aberdeen Development Trust for the last three years with a great team, I am excited to have the opportunity to develop legacy giving for the University. I hope to increase awareness and…
