The Impact of Philanthropy at UCC
UCC's recently launched Philanthropy Impact Report showcases how gifts, both large and small, make a difference.
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The UCC Alumni Fund
Learn more about how the UCC Alumni Fund is making a difference and how you can get involved.
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UCC Advancement, in partnership with the Cork University Foundation, builds strong connections with alumni and supporters to advance UCC’s mission. Through philanthropy and engagement, we support research, teaching, student life, and campus development, ensuring long-term impact and innovation. Together, we foster a culture of giving that empowers UCC’s future.
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11 Sep 2025
UCC Photo Competition 2025
Do you have an eye for capturing the beauty, energy, and spirit of University College Cork? Whether it’s the iconic Quad, bustling student life, or hidden gems around campus, we want to see your best shots! Submit your photos for a chance to win great prizes and have your work showcased to the UCC community.
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11 Sep 2025
Gifts that Outlast a Lifetime: Leaving a Legacy
For many alumni, UCC was the place where their ambitions took root, a career was launched, and lifelong bonds were forged. A legacy gift is a way to carry that spirit forward, turning personal gratitude into opportunities that will inspire and empower generations yet to come.
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11 Sep 2025
100 Years of Empowering Women
The UCC Women Graduates’ Association was relaunched to a full house last week with an excellent talk on “100 Years of Empowering Women” by guest speaker, Fiona Ahern.
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11 Sep 2025
247-Million-Year-Old Mystery: UCC researchers reveal a feathered reptile that pre-dates birds
Long before the first birds took flight, a reptile with a showy, plume-covered crest roamed the Triassic treetops. Thanks to a team including UCC palaeontologists, this striking creature, Mirasaura grauvogeli, is rewriting what we thought we knew about the origins of feathers.
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