UL to stage world’s first symposium on Starman Bowie

David Bowie is obviously a Starman for the University of Limerick, which is staging the world’s first symposium examining the career and cultural impact of the iconic British singer.

The event celebrates the 40th anniversary of Bowie’s 1972 single Changes, which coincided with the establishment of the university.

While the single failed to impact in either the US or British charts, it has become instantly identifiable with Bowie, whose early career saw him push the boundaries of pop culture, notably with his androgynous Ziggy Stardust alter ego.