Governance

University Civic and Community Engagement Committee

Chaired by the Vice-President External Relations, Rónán Ó Dubhghaill, the University Civic and Community Engagement Committee is the main contact point for civic and community engagement at UCC. The committee, nominated by our Colleges and University Offices, has overall responsibility for the strategic direction and implementation of the UCC Civic and Community Engagement Plan. A Community Advisory Council and an International Advisory Group will be established to advise the committee. Students are represented on the committee by the Students Union President

Community Based Research and Learning Sub-Committee

Chaired by the Vice President, Learning and  Teaching Professor Paul McSweeney, the Community Based Research and Learning Sub-Committee has a university-wide focus on the curricular  integration of community-based research and learning, developing accredited programmes and modules, and staff professional development. Members include a community representative and the Students Union Education Officer. Other members with engaged research and pedagogy expertise are nominated from our Colleges and University Offices