We are so lucky here in UCC to comprises of a diverse and vibrant local community, consisting of residents and students, This creates an exciting community to both live and study. UCC is a university in, of and for the community.
The Accommodation and Community Life Office (ACLO) is dedicated to the support of students and residents. Our team is committed to aiding students in their accommodation search, answering queries around current and on-going tenancy’s, updating and maintaining UCC Student Pad, developing and maintaining strong connection with the local community, being a point of contact for local residents and community members, organising community events such as neighbourhood forums and responding to potential breaches of UCC student rules.
The area surrounding UCC is abundant with local amenities for both students and residents to enjoy. Situation within a beautiful and historic part of Cork City, both the grounds of UCC and local area hosts their fair share of cafes, restaurants, shops, bank services, parks & playgrounds, gyms, clubs, medical services, pharmacies, galleries and heritage sights.
Maps of all the different amenities available on UCC campus are available HERE
Would you like to join a local neighbourhood residents association?
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UCC Neighbourhood Coffee Morning is a monthly event held by the ACLO in collaboration with residents. This is an informal event that provides residents, staff and students the opportunity to sit down, get to know one another and enjoy a free coffee. All are welcome to the Coffee Morning with the aim being to strength community bonds and allow people the chance to meet their neighbours.
Next Coffee Morning: Available on our Social Media pages linked below!
Below are past year's booklets, these publications are created to be your guide to living well as part of the UCC Community. It brings together key information on local supports, safety, neighbourhood living, students’ rights and responsibilities, waste and recycling, travel, health and wellbeing, now available in a digital form.
Take a look at our other publications! If you have questions regarding the Community Newsletter or would like to get involved, please contact Anthony at cso@ucc.ie
| Position |
Query |
Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Community Support Officer: Anthony O’Sullivan |
If you have any community questions or concerns. |
CSO@ucc.ie |
| UCC Student Union |
The SU run Student Community Support (SCS) during heightened social or event weeks. If you have question regarding SCS or the student social calendar, please feel free to contact the SU |
engagement@uccsu.ie |
| Campus Watch |
If you feel that a UCC student has breached the standards of conduct, please reach out via email. |
campuswatch@ucc.ie |
| UCC Campus Security |
In the event that you feel uneasy or threatened by an occurrence on campus, or if you witness any incident, please do not hesitate to contact the Emergency Number. |
(021) 490 2266 (021) 490 3111 (Emergency Line) |
| Local Garda | In the event of an emergency call 999 or 112 (from mobile) The local garda stations are: Anglesea Street Bridewell Open 24 hours Open 24 hours |
Anglesea Street: (021) 431 3031 Bridewell: (021) 454 1012 |
UCC Campus Watch works to create a safe, secure environment for UCC students and ensure that a harmonious relationship is maintained between students and the wider community. We maintain close contact with local community groups, residents associations and community Gardai. We respond to complaints from residents and seek to encourage responsible behaviour among all our students.
Key Action Areas
More information on Campus Watch can be found by navigating to the relevant page on our website.
