The Aran Islands

Mary McSwiney September 18, 2015

It’s a place I've always wanted to go, so I was very excited for this trip to the Aran Islands. The day before our trip, the weather was not looking good. In fact a taxi driver in Galway laughed out-loud when I told him, myself and 30 American students… More

Welcome! Welcome! Welcome!

Mary McSwiney September 11, 2015

Our semester is off to a flying start with three welcome events in one week! We kicked off the week with a trip to the lovely Limerick, to try out a bit of traditional Irish Set dancing. I'm not exactly known for my grace on the dance floor but thankfully… More

Top Tips for Cooking on a Budget

Mary McSwiney September 4, 2015

Our Top 12 Tips for Cooking on a Budget Sharing is caring! At the beginning of the semester suggest to your house-mates to put some money together for essentials – e.g. salt & pepper, cooking oil, aluminium foil, dried herbs, spices and dried chilli… More

Semester Kick-Off at the Dublin Center

Mary McSwiney August 28, 2015

After months of planning and anticipating the Fall 2015 Students have begun to arrive!! Orientation is well under-way. The students are learning all the essentials for living in Ireland and making the most out of their time here. Excitement about new… More

Irish attractions on Lonely Planet must see list

Mary McSwiney August 19, 2015

The Lonely Planet’s list of the top 500 must see sights of all time are out and Ireland have six on the list! This world famous travel guide has listed several of the places we will be bringing students on co-curricular activities this semester: At… More

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