Author
Dr. Hamish Thompson
Title
Resident Director
Arcadia Scotland
Solar Eclipse in Scotland
We had a solar eclipse today in Scotland (95%) and there was quite a gathering in the beautiful park just behind the Edinburgh Center. There was a fun variety of technologies on display to protect the eyes of the viewers. A nice moment to contemplate… More
Rhythms of the World Event Spring 2015
Our trip started with a visit to the Hermitage just outside Dunkeld where the 3rd Earl of Breadalbane created a hall and cave in 1760 where he advertised unsuccessfully for a hermit. Fortunately none of our students took up the offer! This cave was dedicated… More
By Royal Appointment
One of our Arcadia interns, Allison Moore, studying on the Edinburgh Internship Program, is currently placed with Heritage Portfolio, an events and catering company with some very prestigious clients. This business is only one of three companies in the… More
Playing National Anthem at International Scotland Rugby Game by Jacob Rosenberg
Jacob is a student studying at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland for the 2014/15 Year, he has been asked to perform again for the 6 nations Rugby Championship this Spring. I was approached by some classmates to see if I was interested in playing with… More
Impact of Scotland Referendum
Dr. Hamish Thompson, Arcadia's Resident Director in Scotland, gives an overview of the background, implementation and consequences of the historic referendum on independence which took place in Scotland in September 2014. Scotland has had a long and… More