Independent Governors

Welcome

Thank you for your interest in The Glasgow School of Art (GSA).

Founded in 1845 as one of the UK’s first Government Schools of Design, the GSA can trace its lineage to the 1750s and the establishment, during the Scottish Enlightenment, of the Foulis Academy, the UK’s first School of Art. Nearly 270 years later, we are one of the UK’s last remaining independent Schools of Art, ranked as one of the top art and design schools in the world¹ and at a pivotal and exciting point in our history.

Our Strategic Plan to 2027 reflects our collective ambition for the institution’s future, shaped through extensive and structured conversations with passionate stakeholders. It takes into account a thorough evaluation of the current economic context, guiding the delivery of our creative education, research and innovation.

I look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to achieve the ambitious future of The Glasgow School of Art.

Professor Penny Macbeth
Director
The Glasgow School of Art