Wellness Wednesday: The Importance of Community

Gráinne Hand September 21, 2022

One of the greatest and most important things in life is to be part of something. In many ways it really is central to the human experience. We learn from each other, relate to each other, grow within ourselves and at a deeper level feel relevant.  In… More

Instagram Takeover

Gráinne Hand June 15, 2022

We are excited to have one of our Summer students Tessa Buscher take over our Instagram page tomorrow. Tessa is on our UCD STEM Summer Research programme and is living on campus in the vibrant area of Dublin 4. She is from the University of North Carolina… More

My recent trip to the Burren College of Art

Gráinne Hand April 27, 2022

As I left Galway and headed towards Co. Clare my senses heightened as I took quick glances of the landscape, the green fields, the sky, the sea and the sheer beauty of the Burren. It is here that three of our students, Mia, Bristol and Rebecca have spent… More

Chains or Change: International Women's Week

Gráinne Hand March 9, 2022

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

Catching up on Pancake Tuesday

Gráinne Hand March 2, 2022

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

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