Scotcampus
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| Type | Monthly newspaper |
|---|---|
| Format | Magazine |
| Owner | Scotcampus |
| Editor | Laura Blackhurst |
| Founded | 2001 |
| Political alignment | None |
| Headquarters | Glasgow |
Scotcampus was an independent student magazine in Scotland. The paper was put together using a combination of freelance journalists and student writers from across Scotland. It was distributed throughout various locations in all of Scotland's major towns and cities. The last issue was in 2016.[1]
Scotcampus was founded by Graeme Barratt and Anna Purdie, who launched it in 2001. The magazine operated as a lifestyle publication, using approachable and inspiring journalism to reach student readers across all campuses in Scotland.[2] In October 2012 Jennifer Lynn was named as the editor of Scotcampus.[3] The magazine is published on a bimonthly basis.[3]
Since its founding, Scotcampus interviewed numerous high-profile musicians, politicians, actors, directors, and people of interest. Some of the most notable included: The Prodigy, Dizzee Rascal, Alex Salmond, Michelle Mone, Alastair Campbell, Armando Iannucci, Howard Marks, and Sir Tom Hunter.
