Comunn Oiseanach Oilthigh Ghlaschu

Summary

The Comunn Oiseanach Oilthigh Ghlaschu ("University of Glasgow Ossian Society") was established in 1831 and is the second-oldest organization on campus. Originally a discussion group in Scottish Gaelic, it has broadened its focus to raising awareness about the Gaelic language and culture especially among students of the University of Glasgow.

The badge of the society.

Aims edit

  • To revive the Gaelic language on and off campus.
  • For the discussion of interesting matters among members of the society.
  • To put on social events for members.
  • To encourage the study of Scottish Gaelic.

References and external links edit

  • An Comunn Oiseanach on Facebook
  • Sgeul na Gàidhlig aig Oilthigh Ghlaschu: 19mh & 20mh linn: An Comunn Oiseanach (in Scottish Gaelic)
  • Sgeul na Gàidhlig aig Oilthigh Ghlaschu: Sreath-dheilbh: Oiseanaich (in Scottish Gaelic)