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Here are just a few of the athletes supported this year by the Sir Chris Hoy Scholarship. A fund that enables exceptional student‑athletes to study a world‑class degree at The University of Edinburgh while continuing to compete on the world stage.
The scholarship has a transformative impact, giving students the stability, opportunity and support they need to excel both academically and athletically.
Find out how you can support the next generation of performance athletes 🔗 https://edin.ac/4ur1lkD
✨ The Insights Programme doesn’t just connect, it shifts perspectives ✨
What did students take away from the Immersion Week and their conversation with ? Watch to find out! 🎥
And if you'd like to learn more about The University of Edinburgh’s Insights Programme, head to our website 🔗 https://edin.ac/2S0cvOI
04/06/2026
✨ Three extraordinary alumni have been inducted to The University of Edinburgh's Sports Hall of Fame ✨
KARA HANLON (BSc Applied Sport Science, 2020 | MSc Sport Policy, Management and International Development, 2024) 🏅 Multiple British Champion and Scottish Record Holder – 50m Breaststroke 🏅 Commonwealth Games finalist 🏅 European Short Course bronze medalist
ANDREW MURRAY (PhD Education, 2020) 🏅 Chief Medical Officer - Ryder Cup Europe 🏅 Chief Medical and Scientific Officer - DP World Tour 🏅 Worked across Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games
MELANIE WOODS (BA Physical Education, 2016) 🏅 Two-time Paralympian and Paralympic finalist 🏅 World Championship medalist – T54 🏅 Commonwealth Games finalist
Many congratulations to all 2026 inductees! Read their full stories 🔗 https://edin.ac/4vmsMwO
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Pictured:
📷 Kara Hanlon with Lucy Evans, Associate Principal and Deputy Secretary (Students) at the Blues and Colours Awards 2026
📷 Andrew Murray with Lucy Evans at the Blues and Colours Awards 2026
📷 Melanie Woods with Lucy Evans at the Blues and Colours Awards 2026
29/05/2026
The is officially open! Visit until Friday 5th June and explore the work of our talented soon-to-be alumni! 🤩🎓 Book your free tickets online 👉 https://www.eca.ed.ac.uk/event/eca-graduate-show-2026
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