As our students rev up for end of semester exams and begin planning their finals travels, I can’t help but reflect on how far we’ve come in this Spring 2022 program. When our students first arrived, we were in the midst of a partial COVID lockdown. Testing… More
This weeks marks the official start of Spring, meaning Ireland is entering its best season. Trading in our rain boots for our hiking shoes, there are dozens of must see and do outdoor activities on the Emerald Isle in Spring, but here are a few of the… More
What does St. Patrick's day mean to you? Is it about wearing a leprechaun hat or drinking green beer? Maybe you have already been to numerous parades all in honour of the Patron Saint of Ireland. This year we invited all of our students around Ireland… More
International Women’s Day falls on the 8th of March every year, meaning this week Ireland is showering its communities with local events to engage and celebrate women and their contributions. 50 years ago, women in Ireland were forced to the margins of… More
As the Lenten season approaches in many cultures, the time to celebrate and indulge in rich foods before 40 days of moderation is here. In the States you may hear it referred to as Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras. In Italy it’s known as Carnivale or Fasnacht… More