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Members of the Irish Chamber Orchestra led by Norwegian violinist and composer, Henning Kraggerud. He is standing in the centre of the orchestra holding a violin and bow.
"Limerick is at the heart of everything we do."
The Irish Chamber Orchestra, located at University of Limerick, will celebrate 30 years of making music in Limerick with a one-of-a-kind anniversary concert this Saturday at the University Concert Hall.
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UL graduate and violinist Dr Diane Daly standing on a stage with other musicians in the background. She is holding a violin and bow, and wearing a red dress.
“Curiosity is the engine, on stage, in the studio & in research, that keeps me learning & sharing"
In our Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Dr Diane Daly, a violinist with the Irish Chamber Orchestra who holds a PhD in Arts Practice from UL's Irish World Academy
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A photo of a man in formal dress and black graduation robes and cap, standing outside holding a rugby ball in one hand and a graduation parchment in the other
“Sport doesn’t last forever, so you’ve got to be thinking of what you’re going to be doing after.”
Congrats to Ireland and Munster Rugby star Dave Kilcoyne, who graduated from UL with a Professional Diploma in Aviation Leasing & Finance from Kemmy Business School.
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Leah Shannahan, a graduate of UL's Product Design and Technology programme has designed the world’s first fully accessible, multisensory saliva-based pregnancy test and is one of 3,678 students graduating from UL this week.
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UL graduate Jean Barry. She is wearing a burgundy dress, a black graduation robe and black graduation hat. She has long blonde hair and is smiling broadly. She is holding up a silver medal in a box. There are green trees in the background.
"I gave it my everything"
UL graduate, Jean Barry, has proved that returning to education in your 50s can be a life changer as she celebrates the hard work, grit and determination that led her to earning her degree.
Read more: www.tipperarylive.ie/news/home/18...
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A woman in academic robes celebrating her graduation on a paved plaza with friends
A group of friends dressed in black academic robes lifting their matching black mortarboard hats into the hair to celebrate their graduation
Two graduates dressed in black and gold academic gowns are sat under a tree, smiling at the camera as they celebrate their graduation
A man dressed in a black suit and white shirt under black and gold academic robes. He is stood with his girlfriend, who is wearing a black dress. Both have sunglasses on and are holding them as they smile at the camera
Graduating in style! 🎓💚
Our top shots from the first day of the Autumn Conferring Ceremonies 2025.
Wishing enormous congratulations to all 3,600+ students being conferred this week, we hope ye and your families have a fantastic time celebrating your hard work and success!
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Man smiling for photo in indoor setting holding four framed certificates
In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, Kiro Barsoum shares his experience of studying aircraft maintenance and airworthiness before undertaking postgraduate studies in airworthiness, leasing and finance, and an MSc in Engineering Practice at UL.
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Each year, when we share information about our upcoming Class Reunion Day (it's happening this Saturday, 23 August, full details here: ulclassreunion2025.eventbrite.ie), we are met with outrage, denial and claims of clerical error. And so, it is necessary to issue the following statement:
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📢 Attention PESS UL graduates!
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Applications can be submitted directly through indeed.ie or by sending a CV and cover letter to info@sielbleu.ie.
UL graduate Ciara O'Flynn. She is wearing glasses, a black top and a blue lanyard. She is smiling and has long brown hair. She is standing in front of a blue sign that says European Parliament.
"I'm at the forefront of policy making in the European Parliament & I can’t believe I’m at this point in my career already"
In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we chat to BA in European Studies graduate, Ciara O'Flynn, who is now working in the European Parliament
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UL graduate Aisling Meehan. She has shoulder length blonde hair and is wearing a black rain jacket. She is standing in a field with a large tree in the background.
"My co-op placement helped me decide which direction to take after graduation. It was career defining."
In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, we speak to BA in Law & Accounting graduate Aisling Meehan who runs her own agricultural legal & tax practice.
Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...
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‘A modern addition to the Irish folk canon.’
Dr Sandra Joyce and Dr Róisín Ní Ghallóglaigh, both lecturers in traditional Irish music at UL, spoke to The Guardian on the phenomenal success of Kingfishr’s ‘modern addition to the Irish folk canon’, Killeagh.
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UL graduate Catherine Caball. She is wearing graduation robes and a graduation hat. She is smiling broadly and standing outside a large white 18th century building with a fountain and large white sash windows. She is flanked by her daughter and son who are also smiling broadly.
In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we speak to MA in Sociology graduate Catherine Caball who shares her experience of returning to education, the support she received while at UL & how her MA led her to switch from a career in catering to community development
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A Tipperary player in a blue and yellow jersey celebrating as he runs past a Cork player in a red and white jersey
Enormous congratulations to Tipperary on their All Ireland Final win!
We're proud to have six UL alumni among their number, as well as five current UL students.
Well done to you all, and enjoy your well-earned success
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A group of graduates in black and gold academic robes and matching black mortarboard hats. They are all grouped closely together celebrating their graduation
Registration for the Autumn (August) 2025 Conferrings is now open 🎓
Please check your student and personal emails for all the important information
Deadline to register attendance: 23rd July
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A photo of a man in smart dress, standing on a bridge and holding a paper document. In the background is a body of water and buildings in the distance
“The grounding and varied education I received in UL allows me to adapt quickly and apply my skills across many different industries.”
Seán Golden, Chief Economist and Director of Policy at Limerick Chamber, features in our latest Alumni Spotlight.
Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...
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Collage of photos from the University of Limerick alumni event in Brussels, June 2025. Groups of attendees are smiling and socialising, wearing name badges and green UL lanyards. Professor Brigid Laffan, Chancellor of UL, is shown speaking at a podium with a UL Alumni banner in the background.
Great night with the UL alumni community in Brussels!
Amazing to see such a strong turnout. The UL connection runs deep, wherever we go.
We were thrilled to welcome Professor Brigid Laffan, who shared insightful perspectives and sparked some brilliant conversation.
More: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/br...
UL MBA graduate James Ring. He is dressed in a blue shirt and navy blazer. The lights in the background are blurred.
"The MBA at UL changed how I thought & helped me to understand myself as a leader"
In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we speak to MBA graduate, James Ring, CEO of TTM Healthcare Group & former CEO of Limerick Chamber
Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...
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Calling all UL alumni in Brussels! 🇪🇺
Join us on 5 June at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place for an evening with Professor Brigid Laffan, UL Chancellor and expert on European affairs.
Free event, limited spots – register soon!
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Save a life, give blood. Castletroy Park Hotel. Monday 26th May from 4:20pm to 7:40pm. Tuesday 27th May from 4:20pm to 7:40pm. Call 1800 222 111 for an appointment. Give blood.
IBTS issues urgent appeal for 2,000 additional blood donations over the next 4 weeks
New & existing donors from the UL community can make a big difference in Castletroy today and tomorrow:
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#GiveBlood #SpeirGorm
Calling all UL alumni in Brussels! 🇪🇺
Join us on 5 June at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place for an evening with Professor Brigid Laffan, UL Chancellor and expert on European affairs.
Free event, limited spots – register soon!
www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/ev...
In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight, we speak to Cian Woods, graduate of Computer Games Development from UL’s Department of Computer Science and Information Systems. Cian now works at Jaguar Land Rover in Shannon, County Clare.
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The countdown is on!
UL Class Reunion Day 2025 takes place on Saturday 23 August and promises to be the best yet – with new micro-tours and the option to stay on campus.
More info: ulclassreunion2025.eventbrite.ie
Limerick hurler and UL graduate, Tom Morrissey, celebrates in Croke Park. He is wearing a green Limerick jersey and has his fist up in celebration.
"Hurling with UL was some of the most enjoyable times I have had in my hurling career"
In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight series, we speak to Limerick hurler Tom Morrissey, a graduate of UL's Bachelor of Business Studies & Masters of Taxation
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Nominations for the 2025 UL Alumni Awards close this Wednesday, 30 April. Know a graduate making a real impact? Nominate them today: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/nominate-a-graduate
28.04.2025 11:50 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0We were delighted to welcome our alumni community in Dublin to the Royal Irish Academy last night for an unforgettable alumni event. A highlight was Professor Stephen Kinsella's powerful talk on Ireland’s resilience in uncertain times.
Photos and more from the evening: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/du...
Really nice to attend the @ulalumniul.bsky.social event in Dublin this evening. I hope I can attend more events in future.
Thanks to @stephenkinsella.bsky.social for sharing his insights into the chaotic times we live in. I learned that we should not underestimate Ireland’s stability premium!
Great to reconnect with fellow @UL Alumni based in the capital and meet new faces at the Royal Irish Academy last night. Big thank you to @stephenkinsella.bsky.social for the brilliant insights (and hope!) on where the economy is headed and the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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Picture of man in sports setting giving coaching directions
In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight, we speak to Gaelic football coach and entrepreneur Evan Talty who recently joined the Limerick Senior Football team as Skill Acquisition Coach.
Read more: www.ul.ie/news/univers...
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Do you know an exceptional UL graduate making an impact?
Nominations for the 2025 UL Alumni Awards are now open!
Honouring leaders in business, science, the arts, sport, and more.
Submit yours by 30 April: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/nominate-a-graduate
