General Council

How you can get involved in shaping the future of the University

The General Council of an ancient university in Scotland is the corporate body of all graduates and academics of each university. General Councils were set up by Act of Parliament to give a voice to the views of graduates on the regulation and wellbeing of the four ancient universities. General Councils play a distinct role in the governance of ancient universities.

As a graduate of the University of Glasgow (or an academic member of staff), you are a member of the General Council. The General Council elects two Assessors to the University Court, the governing body of the University; and works through the General Council Business Committee.

Members of the General Council are entitled to attend its twice-yearly meetings; they take place in January and June. Details of these meetings are appended to this page and also published in Avenue, the yearly magazine for alumni and friends of the University. Other graduate and alumni events can be found on the alumni webpages.