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30 Apr 2025
University College Cork celebrates Artists in Residence
The event showcased the university’s Artists in Residence across music, literature, film and theatre. Artists shared a glimpse into their creative processes, sharing insights on their evolving practices and the impact of the residency experience so far.
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25 Apr 2025
University College Cork appoints University Librarian
University College Cork (UCC) is pleased to advise that it has appointed Liz Jolly as its University Librarian.
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16 Apr 2025
Four artists announced for Accenture’s Women on Walls at University College Cork
Vera Klute, Vanessa Jones, Gerry Davis and Julianne Guinee have been awarded the commission. Artists will depict women including Edna O’Brien, Joanne O’Riordan, and Nano Nagle who are connected to Munster and have contributed to the betterment of society. The 11 women were selected through a public call for nominations via University College Cork, and the artists were selected through an open call process run by Business to Arts.
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11 Apr 2025
UCC Puttnam Scholars premiere short film 'Peggy'
Cork International Film Festival and University College Cork present the premiere screening of Peggy, by the 2024/25 Lord Puttnam Scholars. The Puttnam Scholars Programme offers UCC students from across disciplines an opportunity to collaborate with Lord David Puttnam
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