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University of Limerick
5 days ago

European School Chess Championships to Be Held in Ireland for the First Time

The event, which will take place at UL from 30th May to 8th June 2023 is expected to attract up to 400 young chess players from across Europe
https://www.limerick.ie/discover/living/limerick-news/european-school-chess-championships-to-be-held-in-ireland-for-the

#StudyatUL #Limerick #Chess #Education #Learning #University

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University of Limerick
6 days ago

UL Citizens’ Assembly selects winning research projects to contribute to a sustainable future

Four research projects seeking to tackle sustainability issues have been awarded €10,000 through the University's first Citizens' Assembly
https://www.ul.ie/news/ul-citizens-assembly-selects-winning-research-projects-to-contribute-to-a-sustainable-future

#StudyatUL #UL50 #Research #Sustainability #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
6 days ago

#ICYMI University of Limerick appoints acclaimed novelist as new Lecturer in Creative Writing

We're excited to welcome Fíona Scarlett to UL, as she takes up her role as Lecturer in Creative Writing for the coming academic year

https://ul.ie/news/university-of-limerick-appoints-acclaimed-novelist-as-new-lecturer-in-creative-writing

#StudyatUL #CreativeWriting #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
6 days ago

Tánaiste launches Irish World Aviation Academy in UL

The academy aims to build a new force in aviation focused on innovation, learning and capitalising on opportunity

Find out more:
https://www.newstalk.com/news/tanaiste-launches-irish-world-aviation-academy-in-ul-1470034

#StudyatUL #Innovation #Aviation #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
1 week ago

Join UL's Professor Eoin Devereux this Friday for An Evening With John Robb

The event - presented by the Centre for the Study of Popular Music & Popular Culture at UL - is a conversation about the best-selling book 'The Art of Darkness: A History of Goth'
https://www.dolans.ie/gigs-events-live-music-listings/2023/6/2/an-evening-with-john-robb

#StudyatUL #Music #Culture #Art #Learning #Education #University #Limerick #Ireland

A photograph of a man in a pin-stripe suit jacket. The text reads: "An evening with John Robb. In conversation with Eoin Devereux, about his best-selling book The Art of Darkness: The History of Goth. The conversation will be followed by a book signing and a DJ set by John Robb. Dolans Kasbah. 3-4 Dock Road, Limerick. Friday 2nd June 2023."
University of Limerick
1 week ago

Student creativity showcased at University of Limerick exhibition

The Design@UL exhibition is open until 1st June & showcases works from 79 of the School of Design's final year students
https://www.limerickpost.ie/2023/05/28/student-creativity-showcased-at-university-of-limerick-exhibition/

#Limerick #StudyatUL #Design #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
1 week ago

#ICYMI Enormous congratulations to Rhiannon Giddens on being awarded the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for music

We're incredibly proud to have Rhiannon with us here at UL, as the artist-in-residence at the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance https://irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41135731.html

#StudyatUL #Music #Art #Arts #Education #Learning #University #HigherEducation #Ireland

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University of Limerick
1 week ago

Hear from UL's Donal Ryan on the Ryan Tubridy Show earlier this week

Donal discusses his journey into lecturing at UL and his career as an author

Listen here:
https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22254684/

#StudyatUL #Literature #CreativeWriting #Book #Books #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
1 week ago

UL’s innovative Master’s Degree is revolutionising professional education

The one-of-a-kind programme is designed for working professionals who want to take their career to the next level
https://www.limerickleader.ie/news/sponsored-content/1179230/uls-innovative-masters-degree-is-revolutionising-professional-education.html

#StudyatUL #Career #Masters #Degree #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Government needs to act against 'Big Brother'-style monitoring of employees

Hear from UL's Dr Michelle O'Sullivan about her research into employee data - and how some companies "collect constant & granular data"

https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41146363.html

#StudyatUL #Research #HigherEducationResearch #Business #Data #EmployeeData #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

#TBT ‘World first’ project creating bespoke breast prostheses for women post-mastectomy in Limerick

The new pilot service aims to improve the quality of life for survivors of breast cancer Find out more: https://ul.ie/news/world-first-project-creating-bespoke-breast-prostheses-for-women-post-mastectomy-in-limerick

#StudyatUL #CancerResearch #Research #HigherEducationResearch #Medicine #Healthcare #WellBeing #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

A white room with four people gathered around a small circular table, all wearing smart work clothing. Three are sat down with one standing. They are presenting small breast-shaped prostheses
University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Enormous congratulations to Rhiannon Giddens on being awarded the 2023 Pulitzer Prize for music

We're incredibly proud to have Rhiannon with us here at UL, as the artist-in-residence at the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance
https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41135731.html

#StudyatUL #Music #Art #Education #Learning #HigherEducation #University #Ireland

A woman playing violin on a large wooden stage. She is singing into a microphone and has her eyes closed. She is illuminated by many blue and white lights which are illuminating her and casting the rest of the stage in darkness.
University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

University of Limerick appoints acclaimed novelist as new Lecturer in Creative Writing

We're excited to welcome Fíona Scarlett to UL, as she takes up her role as Lecturer in Creative Writing for the coming academic year
https://www.ul.ie/news/university-of-limerick-appoints-acclaimed-novelist-as-new-lecturer-in-creative-writing

#StudyatUL #CreativeWriting #Lecturer #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Gambling addiction: Why elite sportspeople are especially vulnerable

UL's Dr Kieran Murray discusses his research into the prevalence of gambling addiction amongst sportspeople - and the impact that this can have

Find out more in this insightful long-read from BBC Sport:
https://www.bbc.com/sport/65601190

#StudyatUL #Research #Sport #Sports #GamblingAddiction #Gambling #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Back pain: Why concentrating on just physical factors may not be the best treatment

UL's Professor Kieran O'Sullivan, explains the benefits of a personalised approach in managing this chronic health condition:
https://www.irishtimes.com/health/your-wellness/2023/05/23/back-pain-why-concentrating-on-just-physical-factors-may-not-be-the-best-treatment/

#StudyatUL #Healthcare #PainManagement #BackPain #Research #HigherEducationResearch #HigherEducation #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Only a few weeks until we host the European Ultimate Frisbee Championships

We're looking forward to welcoming over 1,300 athletes from 20 European countries who'll compete in the Championships:
https://www.newstalk.com/moncrieff/limerick-to-host-international-frisbee-championships-this-summer-1461117

#StudyatUL #Sport #Sports #Limerick #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Cutting-edge new technology at UL to give students a ‘significant edge in the workforce

The new equipment will give a boost to biological science students & aid cancer research studies at UL:
https://www.ul.ie/news/cutting-edge-new-technology-at-ul-to-give-students-a-significant-edge-in-the-workforce

#StudyatUL #Research #Science #Technology #Biology #Biomedical #Bioengineering #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

🐝 Did you know that the UL campus is part of the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan?

We're managing our campus to promote greater biodiversity and bioabundance to support pollinators and the other wildlife who share our campus http://ul.ie/sustainability

#StudyatUL #WorldBeeDay #Pollinators #Sustainability #Biodiversity #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Dragon’s Den style selection to choose UL projects that contribute to a sustainable future

The UL50 Citizens' Assembly will bring together people from across Limerick to pick the projects that will receive €10,000 in funding

https://www.limerick.ie/council/newsroom/news/dragons-den-style-selection-to-choose-ul-projects-that-contribute-to-a

#StudyatUL #UL50 #Sustainability #Community #Learning #Education #University #Limerick #Ireland

A yellow and grey poster with an illustration of two faces looking at one another, with their minds connected and forming a yellow lightbulb with a green leaf inside above their heads. The text says: "UL Citizen's Assembly. 25th May 2023. Shaping our shared future." There are logos for University of Limerick, Limerick Comhairle na Nog and Public Participation Network Limerick included.
University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

#ICYMI ‘World first’ project creating bespoke breast prostheses for women post-mastectomy in Limerick

The new pilot service aims to improve the quality of life for survivors of breast cancer

Find out more: https://ul.ie/news/world-first-project-creating-bespoke-breast-prostheses-for-women-post-mastectomy-in-limerick

#StudyatUL #CancerResearch #Cancer #Prosthesis #Prosthetics #Research #HigherEducationResearch #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Hear from UL's Dr. Máiréd Moriarty, Dr. Conor Little and UL students in the new series Now You Know

From sexual consent, to homelessness, racism and the Climate Crisis, our academics and students address them all:
https://www.virginmediatelevision.ie/player/show/2482/207391/0/Now-You-Know

#StudyatUL #Students #SocialIssues #Society #Homelessness #Racism #SexcualConsent #Sustainability #ClimateCrisis #ClimateChange #Climate #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
2 weeks ago

Why we're tracking injuries in Irish amateur rugby players

UL's Dr Tom Comyns explains that by tracking how, where and when injuries happen, we can reduce the risk of injury for Irish school and amateur rugby players
https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0517/1383974-irish-rugby-injury-surveillance-amateur-school-rugby-ireland/

#StudyatUL #Rugby #SportsInjury #Research #Sport #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

A team of female rugby players in a light green kit walking off the field. At the back of the line of players, closest to the camera one player is being helped off the field by her teammate as she tries not to put weight on her right leg
University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

The Best Student Campus in Ireland!

Don't take our word for it - its one of the five awards that we won at the Education Awards 2023

We're so proud of our stunning campus & sharing it with the UL and local Limerick communities
https://www.ul.ie/news/ul-takes-home-top-honours-at-prestigious-national-education-awards
#Ireland #StudyatUL

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University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

Launching this September, our new Anthology Ally platform allows staff to check the accessibility of their content & allows students to download their content in alternative formats

Just one of the ways we're working to improve accessibility
https://www.ul.ie/accessibility/accessibility-at-ul

#GAAD2023 #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay #Accessibility #Inclusion #Education #Learning #University #StudyatUL #Ireland

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University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

Did you know that UL has joined the important Changing Places campaign, which offers fully accessible toilets across Ireland

Find out more about the fantastic Changing Places initiative here:
https://changingplaces.ie/origins/

#GAAD2023 #AccessibilityAwarenessDay #Accessibility #Inclusion #StudyatUL #Learning #Education #Ireland

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University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

Cork school teams up with UL to help children with disabilities

Transition-year students at Scoil Mhuire teamed up with the School of Education at UL to design & create devices that can support sensory development for children at the Light Centre https://echolive.ie/corknews/arid-41128444.html

#GAAD2023 #Accessibility #AccessibilityMatters #Education #Learning #University #StudyatUL #Ireland

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University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

How micro-credentials play a major role in game-changing skills development

UL is proud to be leading the way on this new initiative that offers skills development to help fast track career growth
https://www.irishtimes.com/sponsored/2023/05/18/how-micro-credentials-play-a-major-role-in-game-changing-skills-development/

#StudyatUL #Business #Career #MicroCreds #MicroCredentials #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

The UL Citizens' Assembly - taking place on 25th May - will bring together people from across the University & the city to identify four projects to help us work towards a sustainable future

Find out more & get involved here: https://ulcitizensassembly.ie

#StudyatUL #Limerick #UL50 #Learning #Education #Sustainability #Event #University #Ireland

A yellow and grey poster with an illustration of two faces looking at one another, with their minds connected and forming a yellow lightbulb with a green leaf inside above their heads. The text says: "UL Citizen's Assembly. 25th May 2023. Shaping our shared future." There are logos for University of Limerick, Limerick Comhairle na Nog and Public Participation Network Limerick included.
University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

‘World first’ project creating bespoke breast prostheses for women post-mastectomy in Limerick

The new pilot service aims to improve the quality of life for survivors of breast cancer

Find out more:
https://www.ul.ie/news/world-first-project-creating-bespoke-breast-prostheses-for-women-post-mastectomy-in-limerick

#StudyatUL #Cancer #CancerTreatment #CancerTherapy #CancerResearch #Research #HigherEducationResearch #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

A white room with four people gathered around a small circular table, all wearing smart work clothing. Three are sat down with one standing. They are presenting small breast-shaped prostheses
University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

This week is Global Accessibility Awareness Week

Alongside dedicated events, we're sharing some basic tips that you can employ to make your work more accessible to all

Find out more about Accessibility at UL:

https://www.ul.ie/accessibility/accessibility-at-ul

#StudyatUL #GAAD #Accessibility #AccessibilityMatters #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay #Education #Learning #University

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University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

UL publishes Climate Action Roadmap 2030

University of Limerick has unveiled an ambitious plan towards carbon neutrality by 2030
https://www.limerickleader.ie/news/home/1170494/university-of-limerick-unveils-roadmap-to-achieve-carbon-neutrality-by-2030.html

#ClimateAction #StudyatUL #ClimateCrisis #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
3 weeks ago

No fines for UL students for overdue library books

This month marks the first full year of no fines & no due back date on library books at UL - this measure was introduced to reduce the financial anxiety for our students

https://www.ul.ie/library/about/news-events/no-fines-ul-students-overdue-library-books

#StudyatUL #Library #Students #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

Who is your standout UL sporting superstar?

Nominations are open until tomorrow - 12th May - for the UL Sports Hall of Fame

Make your voice heard & get your nominations in for this year's inductees: https://ulsport.ie/hall-of-fame/
#StudyatUL

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

Since 2006, Alumni Awards have been presented to UL's most accomplished, innovative, inspiring, creative and influential alumni

Get your nominations in for this year's awards

Entries close this - Friday, 12th May:
https://ul.ie/ul-alumni/nominate-a-graduate
#StudyatUL

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

Next week is Global Accessibility Awareness Week

We'll be raising awareness on accessibility and accessible practice across the campus, including an exciting event with two guest speakers next Tuesday

Find out more:
https://www.ul.ie/eatc/news/global-accessibility-awareness-week-ul

#GAAD #StudyatUL #Accessibility #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

Is 'Mom' the new 'Ma'? - The rise of Americanisms in Ireland

UL's Dr Elaine Vaughan, Senior Lecturer in Applied Linguistics, discusses the factors that are influencing the way that language evolves in Ireland today

https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22248156/

#StudyatUL #Language #Linguistics #Languages #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

Harmful drinking culture among elite GAA players, study finds

The study from University Hospital Limerick cited widespread excessive alcohol consumption, alcohol-related harms, and binge drinking

https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/social-affairs/2023/05/08/harmful-drinking-culture-among-elite-gaa-players-study-finds/

#GAA #StudyatUL #Research #Sport #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

How can the Citizens' Assembly on Drugs Use make a difference?

UL's Dr Jane Mulcahy believes it would be transformative if the Citizens' Assembly listened to testimonies and became empathetic witnesses about drug use in Ireland

https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0509/1382575-how-can-the-citizens-assembly-on-drugs-use-make-a-difference/

#StudyatUL #DrugReform #DrugPolicy #Learning #Education #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

'A little republic': how Dun Emer created a utopian space for Irish women

Evelyn Gleeson & the Yeats' sisters wanted their enterprise to provide women with economic independence & professional opportunities, explains UL's Dr Caoilfhionn Ní Bheacháin
https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0504/1380739-dun-emer-guild-evelyn-gleeson-elizabeth-lily-yeats-history-business/

#StudyatUL #History #Business #Equality #Education #Learning #University #Ireland

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University of Limerick
4 weeks ago

1 in 4 people will need a blood transfusion in their lifetime

If you want to save a life by giving blood, attend the Irish Blood Transfusion Service donation clinic in Castletroy today

New & existing donors welcome: https://giveblood.ie/find-a-clinic/clinic-finder/clinics/limerick/castletroy.html

#GiveBlood #StudyatUL

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University of Limerick
1 month ago

#ICYMI UL takes home top honours at prestigious national Education Awards

UL was the most awarded institution, with five awards in total at the event, which recognises excellence in third level education https://ul.ie/news/ul-takes-home-top-honours-at-prestigious-national-education-awards

#StudyatUL #EducationAwardsIRL #Education #Learning #University

A photograph of a line up of awards. They are each on stone with a criss-cross pattern and a quill logo at the top, with the words "The Education Awards 2023". The Awards are for Student Engagement & Communications, Best Student Campus, Overall Excellence, Best Marketing/Communications Team, Best use of Educational Technology ICT Initiative of the Year
University of Limerick
1 month ago

Cork school teams up with UL to help children with disabilities

Transition-year students at Scoil Mhuire teamed up with the School of Education at UL to design & create devices that can support sensory development for children at the Light Centre
https://www.echolive.ie/corknews/arid-41128444.html
#StudyatUL

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University of Limerick
1 month ago

#TBT Throwback to last weekend, the excitement of Riverfest and our city center campus providing a beautiful backdrop to the Great Limerick Run 2023

What a wonderful weekend in the city

📷Kieran Ryan Benson
#Limerick #StudyatUL

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University of Limerick
1 month ago

Domestic violence victims find the legal process ‘frightening, terrifying and intimidating’ – report

The report form the National Women's Council was authored by UL's Professor Ellen O'Malley-Dunlop:
https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/domestic-violence-victims-find-the-legal-process-frightening-terrifying-and-intimidating-report/a1747020612.html

#DomesticViolence #StudyatUL #Research #HigherEducationResearch #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
1 month ago

Read Donal Ryan's new short story, Achelous

This extract is taken from Dreams - a new book documenting 50 years of creativity, culture & community at UL https://irishtimes.com/culture/books/2023/04/25/donal-ryan-he-turned-away-from-the-beast-but-the-smell-of-death-remained

#StudyatUL #UL50 #Literature #Culture #Community #ShortStory #Writing #CreativeWriting #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
1 month ago

Limerick to host European Ultimate Frisbee Championships

UL looks forward to welcoming over 1,300 athletes from 20 European countries who will compete in the Championships

https://www.newstalk.com/moncrieff/limerick-to-host-international-frisbee-championships-this-summer-1461117

#StudyatUL #Limerick #Sport #Sports #Education #Learning #University

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University of Limerick
1 month ago

Sustainable agriculture project in Uganda wins top University of Limerick prize

The competition challenged researchers and students to develop novel ways to drive climate sustainability:
https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/outdoors/arid-41127031.html

#StudyatUL #ClimateEmergency #ClimateCrisis #ClimateChange #Climate #Sustainability #Education #Learning #University

A photograph of a woman in a bright pink jacket, over a black top with a white silk scarf. She is holding the lapels of the jacket and laughing as she smiles at the camera. She is seen between two bushes with bright yellow flowers
University of Limerick
1 month ago

University of Limerick brings science to life with first of its kind interactive periodic table

The unique new display at UL however measures a huge 2.4 metres wide by 2 metres tall and contains an impressive array of pure element samples

https://www.ul.ie/news/university-of-limerick-brings-science-to-life-with-first-of-its-kind-interactive-periodic

#StudyatUL #STEM #Chemistry #Science #Learning #Education #University

University of Limerick
1 month ago

Sustainable agriculture project in Uganda wins of UL Sustainability Challenge

Rebecca Tumwebaze's winning project focused on knowledge sharing to empower farmers

The UL Sustainability Challenge empowers students to create novel solutions to tackle the Climate Crisis:
https://www.ul.ie/news/a-sustainable-agriculture-project-in-uganda-wins-of-ul-sustainability-challenge

#StudyatUL #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #Sustainability #Students #Sustainable #Agriculture #Farming #Education #Learning #University #Research

A photograph of two women sat on a brown wooden bench outdoors. On the left is a woman in a grey check suit. She is facing and listening to the other woman, who is seen in a bright pink blazer over a black top, a colourful silk scarf, and blue jeans. She is gesturing with her hands. Behind them are large bushes and trees
University of Limerick
2 months ago

University of Limerick programme inspires female entrepreneurial activity across STEAM

The EntreSTEAM programme aims to encourage more women to consider careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths

Find out more:
https://ul.ie/news/university-of-limerick-programme-inspires-female-entrepreneurial-activity-across-steam

#StudyatUL #STEAM #STEM #Science #Technology #Engineering #Arts #Maths #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
2 months ago

UL Chancellor Mary Harney receives Civic Leadership award from Queen’s University Belfast

The awards was presented as part of a signature conference to mark 25 years since the Belfast-Good Friday Agreement:
https://www.ul.ie/news/ul-chancellor-mary-harney-receives-civic-leadership-award-from-queens-university-belfast

#StudyatUL #GoodFridayAgreement #Education #University

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University of Limerick
2 months ago

Our on-campus COVID-19 booster vaccine clinic is open again tomorrow

📅Wed 19th April
🕤09:30-13:00
📍First Seven Weeks Hub, Student Courtyard

No need to register in advance - full details available here: https://www2.hse.ie/screening-and-vaccinations/covid-19-vaccine/get-the-vaccine/covid-19-vaccine-booster-dose/
#Covid19 #StudyatUL

A green graphic with a white illustration of the Covid-19 virus. The text reads "Our free on-campus walk-in clinic for booster vaccinations is next open tomorrow from 9:30am to 1pm in First Seven Weeks Hub, Student Courtyard"
University of Limerick
2 months ago

UL journalism students secure record number of national media award nominations

Enormous congratulations to our incredibly talented journalism students, who are represented in 14 categories at the SMEDIA Awards

https://www.ul.ie/news/ul-journalism-students-secure-record-number-of-national-media-award-nominations

#StudyatUL #Journalism #Media #Awards #Students #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
2 months ago

€5.87 million Science Foundation Ireland and industry investment in UL research project

The R@ISE project aims to deliver low-code/no-code approaches to software engineering, removing a knowledge barrier:
https://www.ul.ie/news/minister-collins-announces-eu587-million-sfi-and-industry-investment-in-ul-research-project

#StudyatUL #Research #SoftwareEngineering #Science #Funding #Learning #Education #University

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University of Limerick
2 months ago

All our students have access to Togetherall, a free, safe & anonymous space to support your mental health & well-being

For more information on all the supports available at UL, check out our counselling service page:

https://ulsites.ul.ie/studentaffairs/counselling-service…

#MentalHealth #StudyatUL #Students #Education #Learning #University

University of Limerick
2 months ago

#ICYMI Silver success as University of Limerick is first Irish institution to receive prestigious Athena Swan Award

The Award recognises leadership in gender equality - part of our wider commitment to diversity & inclusion in all we do https://ul.ie/news/silver-success-as-university-of-limerick-is-first-irish-institution-to-receive-prestigious

#StudyatUL #GenderEquality #Education #Learning #University

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University of Limerick
2 months ago

UL very much welcomes the finding that the 1979 amendment to the Constitution must be implemented to allow Seanad votes for all 3rd level institutions

Congratulations to UL graduate Tomás Heneghan on taking and winning this case and UL’s Dr Laura Cahillane who acted as an expert witness for the Court
https://www.irishtimes.com/crime-law/courts/2023/03/31/university-of-limerick-graduate-wins-supreme-court-appeal-over-seanad-election-voting/

#StudyatUL #Education #University

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University of Limerick
2 months ago

Why electric SUVs are a bad idea

UL's Dr Jason Power highlights that our passion for SUVs threatens to undermine the major gains from electric cars - and post a threat to increasingly scarce resources:
https://rte.ie/brainstorm/2022/0802/1313533-electric-suvs-environment-resources/

#StudyatUL #EV #ClimateCrisis #ClimateEmergency #ElectricCar #ElectricCars #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #Energy #Research #Education #University

"A photograph of a large SUV car in silhouette against a concrete wall backdrop. The car has its headlights on and a red light bar has been used to create a flow of red light patterns running from the front of the car, over the roof and off the rear
University of Limerick
2 months ago

'He proposed on our first date': my experience of Irish culture shock

What we say and how we behave is influenced by cultural norms and can lead to critical (and sometimes funny) incidents, as UL's Dr Florence Le Baron-Earle explains:
https://rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0322/1364404-culture-shock-ireland-language/

#StudyatUL #Ireland #Culture #Education #University #Ireland

A black-and-white cartoon of a young man and a young woman sat at a bar. He is in a white hoody and she is in a white jumper, with suspenders holding up a skirt. The illustration shows him taking a drink for dutch courage before asking her out. There is a speech bubble coming from him which says: "S-So... Do you want to go to the cinema? Just you and me?" The illustration is by Lakeisho Lazo
University of Limerick
2 months ago

University of Limerick team to work with Ugandan farmers on climate change solutions

Run in partnership with Science Foundation Ireland & Irish Aid, the Sustainable Development Goals Challenge looks to develop meaningful climate action outcomes:
https://ul.ie/news/university-of-limerick-team-to-work-with-ugandan-farmers-on-climate-change-solutions

#StudyatUL #ClimateCrisis #Climate #ClimateChange #Science #STEM #Sustainability #SustainableDevelopment #Research #HigherEducationResearch #HigherEducation #Education #University

A photograph of a long, curved, white footbridge spanning a wide river that is surrounded by dense trees. The river is transparent with reeds on the bed visible. People are crossing the bridge, going between large academic buildings on the University of Limerick campus which are nestled in the trees
University of Limerick
2 months ago

Stress and sleep-deprivation causing back pain for teens, not schoolbags, University of Limerick study finds

Some 48% of adolescents experience back pain later in life with some 28% saying it is significantly disabling
https://www.irishtimes.com/health/your-family/2023/03/20/stress-and-sleep-deprivation-causing-back-pain-for-teens-not-schoolbags-study-suggests/

#StudyatUL #Research #BackPain #PainRelief #HigherEducationResearch #Health #HealthAndWellbeing #Education #University

A photograph showing a person in a pea green top from behind. Their hands are reaching round to cradle their lower back as they experience pain. Only their shoulders to their waist is visible, and they are seen against a white backdrop
University of Limerick
2 months ago

Collection of stories marks 50 years of University of Limerick

Dreams, edited by best-selling author & UL lecturer Professor Joseph O'Connor, features 50 contributions of academic essays, poems and tweets from the last 50 years
https://www.rte.ie/news/munster/2023/0322/1365721-ul-book/

#UL50 #StudyatUL #Limerick #History #CreativeWriting #Culture #Ireland #Education #University

A photograph of a man in a blue suit and a black shirt taken outdoors by a large white building and a tall conifer tree. He is holding three copies of a book called Dreams, which has a dark blue front cover
University of Limerick
2 months ago

'He proposed on our first date': my experience of Irish culture shock

What we say and how we behave is influenced by cultural norms and can lead to critical (and sometimes funny) incidents, as UL's Dr Florence Le Baron-Earle explains:
https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0322/1364404-culture-shock-ireland-language/

#StudyatUL #Ireland #Culture #Language #Linguistics #Irish #Education #University

A black-and-white cartoon of a young man and a young woman sat at a bar. He is in a white hoody and she is in a white jumper, with suspenders holding up a skirt. The illustration shows him taking a drink for dutch courage before asking her out. There is a speech bubble coming from him which says: "S-So... Do you want to go to the cinema? Just you and me?" The illustration is by Lakeisho Lazo
University of Limerick
2 months ago

What causes back pain in teenagers?

A new UL study has found that stress and sleep deprivation is causing back pain for teenagers

Hear from Professor Kieran O'Sullivan on RTE Drivetime talking about his research
https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22226988/

#StudyatUL #Research #HigherEducationResearch #Pain #PainManagement #BackPain #Medicine #Sleep #Education #University

A photograph of a woman in a green top holding her hand to her pain to identify a painful area, while a physiotherapist dressed in mint green medical clothing places their hands around the area to assess and ease the pain
University of Limerick
3 months ago

Why are 'dubious' personality tests so popular in the workplace?

UL's Professor Kevin Murphy explains that, despite decades of use and millions of tests administered, there is little credible research to support their use
https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0320/1364188-personality-tests-workplace-organisations-pseudoscience/

#StudyatUL #Business #Research #HigherEducationResearch #PersonalityTest #HR #Recruitment #Education #University

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University of Limerick
3 months ago

We're incredibly proud to be part of Limerick and part of the city's St Patrick's Day parade

Just look at this amazing turnout!

We're also proud to be a University For All

https://ul.ie

#StudyatUL #StPatricksDay2023 #University #Education #HigherEducation #Ireland #Irish #Limerick

University of Limerick
3 months ago

Limerick students celebrate publication of their award-winning newspaper

Congratulations to all those behind the latest edition of Limerick Voice - they are continuing a fantastic tradition of exceptional journalism at UL
https://www.limerickleader.ie/news/home/1061709/limerick-students-celebrate-publication-of-their-award-winning-newspaper.html

#StudyatUL #Limerick #Journalism #Students #Education #University

A photograph of a group of five people stood on an elevated glass walkway above the photographer, looking down as they hold copies of the Limerick Voice newspaper created by University of Limerick students. There are four women and one man, all dressed smartly, with a large window behind them filling the frame
University of Limerick
3 months ago

'No academic advantage' from single-sex schools, finds University of Limerick study

The research involving almost 5,000 Irish teenagers found performance of girls and boys was similar regardless of whether their school was mixed or single-sex:
https://rte.ie/news/2023/0222/1358043-single-sex-mixed-school-performance/

#Research #Education #School #University #StudyatUL

A photograph taken in a school classroom. The shot is taken from the back of the room. In the foreground, a while has their hand up, while others face the teacher at the front of the room. The teacher is blurred and is seen pointing at the child
University of Limerick
3 months ago

#ICYMI Our on-campus COVID-19 booster vaccine clinic is open again next week

🗓️ Wed 15th March
🕙From 10am to 3pm
📍In EGO-10, Ground Floor, Main Building

No need to register in advance - full details available here:
https://www2.hse.ie/screening-and-vaccinations/covid-19-vaccine/get-the-vaccine/covid-19-vaccine-booster-dose/
#Covid19 #StudyatUL

A green graphic with a white illustration of the Covid-19 virus. The text reads "Our free on-campus walk-in clinic for booster vaccinations is next open on Wednesday 15rh March, from 10am to 3pm"
University of Limerick
3 months ago

‘20th century gems’: University of Limerick and An Garda Síochána launch new digitised archive

The unique collection of policing material covers the first 10 years of the State

Find out more:
https://www.ul.ie/news/20th-century-gems-university-of-limerick-and-an-garda-siochana-launch-new-digitised-archive

#StudyatUL #Ireland #History #Education #University

A photograph of three people in a large library room with a wall-to-ceiling window behind them. They are all holding a book in front of them as they smile at the camera, and a light inside the book is illuminating their faces. There are two women, left and right, and a man in the middle
University of Limerick
3 months ago

Our on-campus COVID-19 booster vaccine clinic is open again next week

🗓️ Wed 15th March
🕙From 10am to 3pm
📍In EGO-10, Ground Floor, Main Building

No need to register in advance - full details available here:

https://www2.hse.ie/screening-and-vaccinations/covid-19-vaccine/get-the-vaccine/covid-19-vaccine-booster-dose/

#Covid19 #StudyatUL #CovidVaccine #HSE #University #Education

A green graphic with a white illustration of the Covid-19 virus. The text reads "Our free on-campus walk-in clinic for booster vaccinations is next open on Wednesday 15rh March, from 10am to 3pm"
University of Limerick
3 months ago

A history of Irish women in 50 objects

We're proud to see UL's Doctor Sindy Joyce's doctorate on this list

In 2019, Dr Joyce became the first Mincéir/Traveller in Ireland to be awarded a doctorate & later became Ireland's first full time Mincéir lecturer
https://www.irishtimes.com/life-style/people/2023/03/04/a-history-of-irish-women-in-50-objects-from-a-sheela-na-gig-to-fake-tan/

#StudyatUL #IWD23 #Research #ResearchImpact #Education #University

A photograph of Dr Sindy Jouce, lecturer in sociology at the University of Limerick. She is seen in a white-walled room sat in a pale green chair. She is wearing red, black and yellow formal graduation gowns and is holding a wooden cylinder upon her doctorate graduation
University of Limerick
3 months ago

How electric cars can power your home and save you money

New technology means you can use electric cars to directly power your home or even send power to the grid, as UL's Dr Jason Power explains:

https://rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0301/1359581-electric-cars-vehicles-home-load-grid-v2h-v2l-v2g/

#ElectricCars #StudyatUL #Energy #EnergySecurity #Technology #Car #Cars #Power #Money #EV #ElectricVehicles

A photograph of a pale blue electric car with silver wheels. It is being plugged into a wood-clad building by a woman in a long orange dress and matching orange shoes. The car and house are in dappled sunlight, as the light refracts between the branches of unseen trees
University of Limerick
3 months ago

Dangerous gambling culture within the GAA is laid bare by new study

The study, conducted by UL's Dr Kieran Murray, found that 79% of respondents were current gamblers, while 6% were problem gamblers

Find out more:
https://independent.ie/sport/gaelic-games/dangerous-gambling-culture-within-the-gaa-is-laid-bare-by-new-study-42304955.html

#StudyatUL #GAA #Research #Sport #HigherEducationResearch

A photograph of a female GAA player in a red top and black shorts in a changing room. She has her head in her hands and a white ball is at her feet. She is sat on a bench with her feet on a tiled floor, with tall red metal lockers behind her
University of Limerick
3 months ago

Our on-campus COVID-19 booster vaccine clinic is open again tomorrow

🗓️ Wed 1st March
🕙From 10am to 2pm
📍In EGO-10, Ground Floor, Main Building

No need to register in advance - full details available here:
https://www2.hse.ie/screening-and-vaccinations/covid-19-vaccine/get-the-vaccine/covid-19-vaccine-booster-dose/
#Covid19 #StudyatUL

A green graphic with a white illustration of the Covid-19 virus. The text reads "Our free on-campus walk-in clinic for booster vaccinations is open tomorrow from 10am to 2pm in EG-010"
University of Limerick
3 months ago

'No academic advantage' from single-sex schools, finds University of Limerick study

The research involving almost 5,000 Irish teenagers found performance of girls and boys was similar regardless of whether their school was mixed or single-sex:
https://rte.ie/news/2023/0222/1358043-single-sex-mixed-school-performance/

#StudyatUL #Research #Education #School #Schools #Schooling #Education #University

A photograph taken in a school classroom. The shot is taken from the back of the room. In the foreground, a while has their hand up, while others face the teacher at the front of the room. The teacher is blurred and is seen pointing at the child
University of Limerick
3 months ago

Ah sure, you know yourself': why Irish people never say what they mean

UL's Gail Flanagan analyses why we subconsciously choose our words carefully when it comes to keeping the conversation indirect and polite:
https://rte.ie/brainstorm/2022/1128/1338677-ireland-language-talk-conversation-indirect-politeness/

#StudyatUL #Language #Ireland #Irish #Culture #People #University #Education

A photograph of two young people sat on the Living Bridge at University of Limerick. A man in a green hoody has his back to the camera and is in conversation with a woman in a red jumper and black trousers, who is smiling as they talk. The pedestrian bridge curves behind them, surrounded by trees
University of Limerick
3 months ago

We're incredibly proud to say that UL has been shortlisted in 9 categories for the Education Awards 2023

These include everything from our groundbreaking research into Travellers' access to justice, to the best campus

Congratulations to all involved:
https://www.educationawards.ie/shortlist

#StudyatUL #Education #Research #HigherEducation #HigherEducationResearch #University #Award #Awards #Ireland

A graphic for the Educations Awards 2023. The graphic is a grey abstract shape, with yellow borders on the top and bottom. On the left is a logo of a feathered quill. The text says: "The Education Awards 2023. 2023 Shortlist Revealed for all categories"
Nordstahl
4 months ago

Probably just coincidence. But the responses froze up after asking it how efficient it was today... My chatbot needs coffee. ☕

#ChatGPT #Research #Writing #Literature #AI #coffee #ArtificialIntelligence #StudyatUL #University #Education

Asked chatGPT "How efficient are you today?"
University of Limerick
4 months ago

Breastfeeding ‘safeguards infants’ from respiratory infections

Even partial breastfeeding can reduce hospitalisation from common respiratory infection, according to a new University of Limerick study:
https://www.irishtimes.com/health/2023/02/14/breastfeeding-safeguards-infants-from-respiratory-infections/

#StudyatUL #Research #HigherEducationResearch #Healthcare #Medicine #University

A photograph of a baby inside an incubator. It has a bandage around its wrist which is holding clear tubes in place. It is seen mid-cry and is surrounded by white blankets. The photo is taken through a hole in the incubator
University of Limerick
4 months ago

All you need to know about soccer's Financial Fair Play regulations

UL's Dr Laura Donnellan explores the origins of the regulations and how they have evolved over the years - and what they might mean for Manchester City...

https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2023/0210/1355835-financial-fair-play-regulations-guide-bosman-1995/

#StudyatUL #Football #Soccer #PremierLeague #Law #University #ManCity

A photograph of the Manchester City football team in a celebratory huddle following a goal. In the foreground, the beaten goalkeeper, in an all-orange kit, trudges back to the goal dejected. He is out of focus. In the background fans are celebrating the goal in the stands
University of Limerick
4 months ago

#ICYMI UL campus to be first study site for ‘ISCycle’ project with participants to be loaned e-bikes

The innovative research project examines how e-bikes can change transport behaviours to improve health & reduce emissions
https://ul.ie/news/ul-campus-to-be-first-study-site-for-iscycle-project-with-participants-to-be-loaned-e-bikes

#StudyatUL #Research #Transport #Cycling #eBike #eBikes #Health #HigherEducation #University #Ireland #Emissions #Sustainability

A photograph of three people on three different electric bikes. On the left is a woman in a dark top and red scarf on a square fronted cargo e-bike, in the middle is a man in a long dark coat and bright orange top on a folding e-bike. On the right is a man in a grey jumper on a black cargo e-bike
University of Limerick
4 months ago

#ICYMI UL campus to be first study site for ‘ISCycle’ project with participants to be loaned e-bikes

The innovative research project examines how e-bikes can change transport behaviours to improve health & reduce emissions
https://ul.ie/news/ul-campus-to-be-first-study-site-for-iscycle-project-with-participants-to-be-loaned-e-bikes

#Research #StudyatUL #Cycling #Transport #Health #Emissions #LowCarbon #eBikes #University #Education #Ireland

A photograph of a woman in a long black top and black trousers sat on an electric cargo bike on a gravel path. There are two children sat in the square wooden box at the front of the bike, and one on the parcel seat at the rear of the bike. Tall trees can be seen behind them on a grass lawn
University of Limerick
4 months ago

"The problem with Irish emergency departments is one of one of capacity. Ireland has 2.9 beds/1000 head of population, whereas the OECD average is 4.3"

Hear from UL's Dr Alan Watts about the issue of overcrowding in Irish hospitals:
https://www.rte.ie/news/analysis-and-comment/2023/0120/1349711-uhl-analysis/

#Limerick #StudyatUL #Hospital #Health #Healthcare

A black and white photograph of a patient in a hospital bed. They are seen in a polka dot hospital gown under blankets, with the bed slightly raised. They have a number of tubes linking them to machines monitoring their health
University of Limerick
4 months ago

Love in the air at University of Limerick as couple returns from Texas for graduation ceremony

Congratulations to Aisling Costello and Adam O'Riordan, who both received their PhDs in Psychology this week & met at UL:
https://www.limerickleader.ie/video/home/1014367/love-in-the-air-at-university-of-limerick-as-couple-returns-from-texas-for-graduation-ceremony.html

#Limerick #StudyatUL #University #HigherEducation #Psychology #Ireland #Irish #Limerick

A photograph of a man and a woman smiling for the camera in front of a large grass lawn with trees. She is dressed in a blue dress under a red, black and gold academic gown with a matching hat. He is dressed in a blue suit under a red, black and gold gown and matching black hat
University of Limerick
6 months ago

Will you be reading books written by AI in 2023?

UL's Ines Bouteldj explores how technological innovations could lead to artificial intelligence writing a bestselling novel in the not-too-distant future
https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2022/1213/1341519-books-ai-chatgpt-writers-machine-learning/

#AI #StudyatUL #ArtificialIntelligence #Research #HigherEducationResearch #HigherEducation #University #Future #Reading #Books #Writing

A photograph of a young woman in a caramel coloured top in a library. She is holding a large white book in her left hand, while using her right hand to peruse the other books on the shelves in front of her
University of Limerick
6 months ago

University of Limerick hosts first arts-based seminar on refugee and migrant health

The seminar was the first in Ireland focused on making Ireland’s health system more inclusive for people from diverse cultural backgrounds
https://www.ul.ie/news/university-of-limerick-hosts-arts-based-seminar-on-refugee-and-migrant-health

#Research #StudyatUL #Healthcare #HigherEducationResearch #Refugee #RefugeesWelcome #RefugeeSupport #Health #Medicine #University #Ireland #Irish

An aerial photograph taken on the University of Limerick campus showing a vast green lawn with a spiral of trees at its centers. These trees form a Fibonacci spiral that becomes closer towards the centre. Paths run through the lawn and a large white building can be seen from above
University of Limerick
7 months ago

This week is Anti-Racism Week at UL

We're running a series of events across the week to raise awareness of this issue, share recording & advocacy tools, and how you can be a good ally in calling out racism

There are also opportunities for confidential discussions
#StudyatUL #AntiRacism #Racism #Education #University #College #Limerick #Ireland #Irish

A poster listing anti-racism week events at UL. Tuesday, 12pm at Milstream Common Room - Irish Network Against Racism. Wednesday, 12pm Student Courtyard - An Garda Siochana. Thursday 12pm, Foundation Building - Another Perspective. Friday, 10am, UL Plaza - Diversity Fair.