On Thursday 6th March 2014, Glasgow Caledonian University hosted a reception to celebrate a new agreement with Santander Universities. GCU are proud to be part of the prestigious Santander Universities Network. Over the years our partnership has benefited hundreds of staff and students at GCU thanks to funding for outstanding students and projects, help to encourage and inspire future entrepreneurs, and the opportunity for students and staff to travel abroad to continue their studies or further their careers.

Speaking on the night were Santander funded research interns who presented a current picture of the enterprise and entrepreneurial activity, and support, within GCU. The concept of an on-site incubator to support student and graduate business was well-received, and funding was secured to create an on-line self evaluation tool to direct for enterprising students and graduates to the most appropriate external support mechanisms.

The event was attended by Santander representatives, university faculty, students, graduates, and local SMEs including the Glasgow Partner AppleGreen Homes.

The event was an opportunity for GCU partners of GADGET to disseminate the project and open discussion with a variety of stakeholders on the importance of entrepreneurial skills in students and graduates.