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Quercus Lecture Series 2020
We are delighted to announce the speakers for this year's Lecture Series.
Academic Lecture
Speaker: Dr Marc Fabri, Senior Lecturer in Creative Technology from Leeds Beckett University
Date and Location: 21st January, 6pm. Aras na Laoi G30
Title: Supporting autistic students on their journey through higher education: small changes, big impact
Active Citizenship Lecture
Speaker: David Donoghue, former Irish Permanent Representative to the UN.
Date and Location: 27th January, 6pm. Aras na Laoi G30
Title: Global action for a better world: the potential of the Sustainable Development Goals
Sports Lecture
Speaker: Clíona O'Leary, Assistant Director of RTE Sport.
Date and Location: 17th February, 6pm. Aras na Laoi G30
Title: 'Changing the Game' - A Personal Reflection on a career in the TV sports business, and the urgent need for fresh thinking on how sport can play a powerful role in the areas of Gender Equality and Mental Health.
Innovation/Entrepreneurship Lecture
Speaker: Julie Sinnamon, CEO Enterprise Ireland and BTYSE Board member
Date and Location: 24th February, 6pm. Aras na Laoi G30
Title: The role of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in driving the Irish economy
Creative & Performing Arts Lecture
Speaker: Rosaleen Molloy, National Director Music Generation
Date and Location: 4th March, 6pm. Aras na Laoi G30
Title: Music Generation: transforming lives through access to performance music education