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20 Mar 2025
UCC Library celebrates World Poetry Day with readings from emerging and established voices
UCC MA in Creative Writing students and UCC Dramat Society members will present selected poetry works. Open to all, the free event will celebrate poetry's impact and honour literary voices.
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19 Mar 2025
UCC and Cork ETB celebrate Social Work pathway on World Social Work Day
UCC and Cork ETB celebrated the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Tertiary Route. For more than 50 years, UCC has been at the forefront of social work education, research, and practice. This new collaborative initiative between UCC and Cork ETB provides an accessible route for students progressing from further education into higher education.
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18 Mar 2025
Dreams to Print: UCC Arts graduate Hayley-Jenifer Brennan publishes debut novel
Hayley-Jenifer Brennan, a graduate of UCC’s MA in Creative Writing and BA in English and Psychology, has achieved her dream of becoming a published author with the release of her debut novel, Kingdom of the Moon: The Stroke of Midnight. Originally intending to pursue a teaching career, Hayley-Jenifer discovered her passion for fiction writing during her undergraduate studies. In UCC's Alumni Series, Hayley-Jenifer shares insights into her writing process, advice for aspiring authors, and what’s next.
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14 Mar 2025
Taoiseach awards Research Ireland St Patrick’s Day Medal to UCC Arts alumnus Michael Dowling
Healthcare pioneer Mr Dowling graduated from UCC with Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Economics. As President and CEO of Northwell Health, Mr Dowling oversees the largest healthcare provider in New York State, caring for over 2 million people annually through a network of 21 hospitals and over 900 outpatient facilities. The award honours academic and industry leaders in the US, including their contribution to Irish research and collaboration between Ireland and the US.
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