• For Alumni, By Alumni: Introducing The Bridge Magazine

  

  Introducing The Bridge, University College Cork’s alumni magazine, dedicated to celebrating our alumni, their stories and an enduring connection to UCC. This issue marks a milestone: 180 years of UCC. As we honour the University’s rich history, we look to the future through the voices and memories of our alumni.Whether you’re reflecting on your student days or drawing inspiration from a new research breakthrough, The Bridge is your link back to a campus that continues to grow, evolve and connect.

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• New Exhibition at UCC explores the hidden story behind the printing of the 1916 Proclamation

  

  A new, free exhibition at UCC shines a light on the story behind one of Ireland’s most iconic documents, focusing not on its words, but on the people who made its existence possible. Before it could be read aloud, it had to be printed, quietly, urgently, and under immense risk.

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• From Idea to Impact: UCC Alumni Fund Shaping the Student Journey

  

  At UCC, great ideas can come from anywhere. The UCC Alumni Fund is a result of the collective generosity of alumni and friends, whose many individual contributions come together to create meaningful impact. Through the Fund, students, staff, and faculty are empowered to bring forward project proposals that enhance the UCC student experience in meaningful ways, going beyond the scope of the government grant, which unfortunately does not go far enough in funding the urgent needs of the university and our students.

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• GAA to partner with UCC on landmark Atlas of the GAA

  

  The GAA has announced a new partnership with UCC to publish an Atlas of the GAA, a major new publication that will explore, map and celebrate the cultural significance of the organisation both nationally and internationally.

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• Share Your PhD Journey

  

  As a doctoral graduate of University College Cork, you are part of a distinguished community of researchers, innovators, and leaders making meaningful contributions across academia, industry, government, healthcare, and society worldwide.

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• Class Reunions

  

  It’s a big year of anniversaries with many reunions already planned, including a 50-year reunion for BComm 1977; a 40-year reunion for BE (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 1986 and a 30-year reunion for BCL 1996.

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• Dress for Success Donation Drive: Give Your Old Professional Wardrobe a Second Life!

  

  Support the inaugural Dress for Success Alumni Donation Drive by donating clean, good-quality professional clothing and shoes to help current students take their next step with confidence. 

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• Connected Community

  

  The UCC alumni community includes over 220,000 members living and working across the world. We are delighted to share highlights from recent alumni gatherings, as UCC graduates continue to build connections no matter where they are. 

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• ‘Boole Sounds 2026’ Brings Music to UCC Library

  

  UCC Library has opened its doors to the public for the return of its successful concert series, with upcoming acts including Sirom, Rattling Ark and Marisa Anderson.

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• Why Your Morning Brew Is Good for You

  

  New research from APC Microbiome Ireland at UCC has, for the first time, explored the mechanisms behind coffee’s effects on the gut-brain axis.

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• An Introduction to Legacy Giving at UCC

  

  Have you thought about your will or estate lately? Many people tell us that taking time to plan brings peace of mind for themselves and their families.

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