Mark Munro, Director of Sport and Active Health at the University, shares a roundup of the latest news from across the world of sport and active health at the University.
Capital Conversations: a look back at an inspiring series
Over the past three months, we’ve been proud to host a powerful trio of Capital Conversations events, bringing together sporting icons, current students and inspiring alumni for evenings of honest discussion, personal reflection and shared experience.
We kicked off the series with rugby greats Chris Paterson and trailblazing referee Hollie Davidson, joined by current Scotland internationals and University of Edinburgh students Matt Currie and Harry Paterson. Next, we welcomed some of Scotland’s most decorated athletes, including Olympic hurdler Eilidh Doyle, swimmer Hannah Miley, Paralympian Libby Clegg, and European badminton silver medallist, Kirsty Gilmour.
Their stories of perseverance, identity and elite performance struck a deep chord with our audiences. We closed the series last week with an intimate and moving evening featuring GB swimmer and Edinburgh student Archie Goodburn, alongside Paralympian and motivational speaker David Smith MBE.
Stay tuned for more Capital Conversations in the next academic year. Follow us to be the first to hear about future dates:
University Sport and Exercise Events
Carlyle Circle event
It was an honour to have Sport represented at the latest Carlyle Circle event at the Playfair Library. This event was a way to thank University of Edinburgh alumni and friends, whose generous legacy pledges are instrumental in supporting the activity, progress and impact of our University.
Eilidh Doyle (Global Ambassador for Sport) and Kirsten Murison (incoming Women’s Hockey 1s Captain) shared insight into the experience of balancing elite sport and studies at the University before exchanging stories and great conversation with alumni and supporters.
University of Edinburgh Sport partner with Edinburgh Leisure
We are proud to announce a new partnership with Edinburgh Leisure, providing our Endurance Running Coach, Mark Rowland, and our student-athletes with access to the world-class facilities at Meadowbank Sports Centre.
This collaboration aligns with the ambitions of the Global Endurance Project, led by Mark Rowland, and strengthens our ties with the wider Edinburgh sporting community.
Blues and Colours Awards – shortlists announced!
We’re delighted to share the shortlists for this year’s Blues and Colours Awards, celebrating 137 exceptional students who have made a lasting impact on university sport – both as high-performing athletes and dedicated volunteers.
These annual awards recognise students who have gone above and beyond in their sporting endeavours and commitment to the student sport community.
Blues and Colours Awards Evening – Shortlists Announced!
The evening will also include the induction of three new members into the University of Edinburgh Sport Hall of Fame, honouring individuals involved in UoE Sport who have achieved at the highest levels.
Previous Hall of Fame inductees:
Winners and inductees will be announced at the Blues and Colours Awards Evening on Thursday 5 June 2025.
Men’s Scottish Varsity Match 2025 – tickets on sale
Since 1860 University of Edinburgh and University of St Andrews Men’s Rugby Clubs have been coming face to face in The Scottish Varsity Match. Don’t miss your chance to catch the ancient rivalry this September!
Hive stadium | Sat 20 September | 2pm
Buy tickets now for only £10: