UL graduate Michelle Farrell. She is standing on green grass and there are green trees in the background. She is wearing a green dress, black graduation robe and black graduation hat. She is holding her degree from UL.

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Michelle Farrell, a graduate of UL's BSc Food Science & Health & MSc by Research.

Since graduating, Michelle has established FoodSteps, an educational programme to help children understand food & nutrition.

Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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An astronaut in a white space suit.

"The changes that happen to the body from spaceflight are quite dramatic"

As the astronauts aboard Artemis II prepare to return to Earth, UL's Dr John Noone spoke to Claire Byrne on Newstalk about how spaceflight affects the human body

🎧 www.newstalk.com/podcasts/cla...

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The UL Sanctuary Programme supports and promotes access to education for refugees & asylum seekers in Ireland

Applications are now open to for the 2026/27 academic year

Find out more information & apply online here: lnkd.in/d2ugA4g

Deadline: 4pm, 31st May 2026
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Back where it all began.
UL Class Reunion Day returns on Saturday, 6 June - reconnect with classmates, revisit campus and relive the moments that made it special.
Full details and booking: ulclassreunion2026.eventbrite.ie

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A look back to last week's joyous St Patrick's Day celebrations, where 350 UL students marched through Limerick City in a celebration of Ireland’s culture and diversity

Hear from our staff and our students about this “unforgettable" event:
www.ilovelimerick.ie/university-o...
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Great to see UL alumni and friends come together in Brussels over the Saint Patrick’s Day weekend.

A proud moment to see UL Chancellor Brigid Laffan serving as Grand Marshal, with Professor Colin Fitzpatrick also there, connecting with alumni.

Lovely atmosphere and a strong UL presence throughout.

It was wonderful to host our first University of Limerick Alumni gathering in Austin this week. A sincere thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a warm and enjoyable evening.
You can view photos from the event here: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/au...

Brussels Meet-up for UL Alumni & Friends Connect with fellow alumni, friends of the University and members of the Irish community in Brussels while celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day

UL alumni and friends in Brussels are invited to a social evening as part of the city’s Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations with guest of honour Brigid Laffan.
Full details: ulalumnibrusselsmeetup.eventbrite.ie

UL graduate Tadgh O'Donovan. He is smiling broadly and is wearing a plaid green and blue shirt. He is standing in a classroom.

"Without a doubt, studying at UL was one of the best decisions I ever made in my life"

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we speak to science teacher & content creator, Tadgh O’Donovan, a graduate of UL’s Bachelor of Science (Education) in Biology with Chemistry

www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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UL graduates, did you know you can now register to vote in Seanad Éireann elections?

As a result of a successful case taken to the Supreme Court by UL graduate, Tomás Heneghan, UL graduates are now eligible to vote in Seanad Éireann elections.

Register to vote by 26 February at www.seanadvoter.ie

A woman in smart dress and black graduation robes and cap, standing beside a bronze statue of a person. The woman is smiling and holding the cap with both hands.

Vanessa O’Rahilly was recently conferred with an MA in Sociology as part of UL’s winter graduation ceremonies.

Vanessa previously completed the CWELL diploma and, through the Recognition of Prior Learning pathway, progressed to her master’s programme.

Read on: www.limerickleader.ie/news/educati...

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Alumni Awards.

Do you know a University of Limerick graduate making an impact in their career, research, industry or community? Help us celebrate their achievements.

Submit a nomination: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/no...

UL is coming to Austin!
We are excited to meet alumni and friends in Texas on Tuesday 3 March at the Consulate General of Ireland. Join us for networking and reconnecting with the UL community.
More details and registration: ulalumniaustin26.eventbrite.ie

A graphic with text and illustrations of people in working clothes such as a builder, doctor and nurse. The text on the graphic is 'More Irish graduates can now register to vote in Seanad university elections. Register by 26 February at seanadvoter.ie'.

UL graduates, did you know you can now register to vote in Seanad Éireann elections?

As a result of a successful case taken to the Supreme Court by UL graduate, Tomás Heneghan, UL graduates are now eligible to vote in Seanad Éireann elections.

Register to vote by 26 February at www.seanadvoter.ie

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In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight, we meet software developer and graduate of UL's BSc in Applied Physics, Sadhbh Ryan.

www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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UL graduate Rebecca Zamponi at work in the European Parliament. There are flags in the background behind her. 

UL graduate Rebecca Zamponi at work in the European Parliament. There are two men in the background standing in front of a large group consisting of members of the media with cameras, lights and microphones. 

"It really is worth pursuing a career you are passionate about"

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Rebecca Zamponi, a graduate of UL's MA in European Politics & Governance, who is now working as a researcher & policy analyst in the European Parliament

www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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Eugene and Ronan Greaney have put Irish pizza on the map with their Irish take on Neapolitan-inspired pizza – earning The Dough Bro’s the title of best pizza in Ireland and number 15 in the world.
Read their story in this week’s Alumni Spotlight below.

Members of the Irish Chamber Orchestra led by Norwegian violinist and composer, Henning Kraggerud. He is standing in the centre of the orchestra holding a violin and bow.

"Limerick is at the heart of everything we do."

The Irish Chamber Orchestra, located at University of Limerick, will celebrate 30 years of making music in Limerick with a one-of-a-kind anniversary concert this Saturday at the University Concert Hall.

www.independent.ie/regionals/li...

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UL graduate and violinist Dr Diane Daly standing on a stage with other musicians in the background. She is holding a violin and bow, and wearing a red dress.

“Curiosity is the engine, on stage, in the studio & in research, that keeps me learning & sharing"

In our Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Dr Diane Daly, a violinist with the Irish Chamber Orchestra who holds a PhD in Arts Practice from UL's Irish World Academy

www.ul.ie/news/univers...

#StayCurious

A photo of a man in formal dress and black graduation robes and cap, standing outside holding a rugby ball in one hand and a graduation parchment in the other

“Sport doesn’t last forever, so you’ve got to be thinking of what you’re going to be doing after.”

Congrats to Ireland and Munster Rugby star Dave Kilcoyne, who graduated from UL with a Professional Diploma in Aviation Leasing & Finance from Kemmy Business School.

m.independent.ie/irish-news/r...

Leah Shannahan, a graduate of UL's Product Design and Technology programme has designed the world’s first fully accessible, multisensory saliva-based pregnancy test and is one of 3,678 students graduating from UL this week.

www.independent.ie/regionals/ke...

#StayCurious #StudyatUL

UL graduate Jean Barry. She is wearing a burgundy dress, a black graduation robe and black graduation hat. She has long blonde hair and is smiling broadly. She is holding up a silver medal in a box. There are green trees in the background.

"I gave it my everything"

UL graduate, Jean Barry, has proved that returning to education in your 50s can be a life changer as she celebrates the hard work, grit and determination that led her to earning her degree.

Read more: www.tipperarylive.ie/news/home/18...

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A woman in academic robes celebrating her graduation on a paved plaza with friends

A group of friends dressed in black academic robes lifting their matching black mortarboard hats into the hair to celebrate their graduation

Two graduates dressed in black and gold academic gowns are sat under a tree, smiling at the camera as they celebrate their graduation

A man dressed in a black suit and white shirt under black and gold academic robes. He is stood with his girlfriend, who is wearing a black dress. Both have sunglasses on and are holding them as they smile at the camera

Graduating in style! 🎓💚

Our top shots from the first day of the Autumn Conferring Ceremonies 2025.

Wishing enormous congratulations to all 3,600+ students being conferred this week, we hope ye and your families have a fantastic time celebrating your hard work and success!
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Man smiling for photo in indoor setting holding four framed certificates

In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, Kiro Barsoum shares his experience of studying aircraft maintenance and airworthiness before undertaking postgraduate studies in airworthiness, leasing and finance, and an MSc in Engineering Practice at UL.

www.ul.ie/news/alumni-...

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Each year, when we share information about our upcoming Class Reunion Day (it's happening this Saturday, 23 August, full details here: ulclassreunion2025.eventbrite.ie), we are met with outrage, denial and claims of clerical error. And so, it is necessary to issue the following statement:

📢 Attention PESS UL graduates!

Siel Bleu Ireland is looking to hire a FT Physical trainer in the Dublin South area.

Find out more with link below ⬇️

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Applications can be submitted directly through indeed.ie or by sending a CV and cover letter to info@sielbleu.ie.

UL graduate Ciara O'Flynn. She is wearing glasses, a black top and a blue lanyard. She is smiling and has long brown hair. She is standing in front of a blue sign that says European Parliament.

"I'm at the forefront of policy making in the European Parliament & I can’t believe I’m at this point in my career already"

In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we chat to BA in European Studies graduate, Ciara O'Flynn, who is now working in the European Parliament

www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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UL graduate Aisling Meehan. She has shoulder length blonde hair and is wearing a black rain jacket. She is standing in a field with a large tree in the background. 

"My co-op placement helped me decide which direction to take after graduation. It was career defining."

In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, we speak to BA in Law & Accounting graduate Aisling Meehan who runs her own agricultural legal & tax practice.

Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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‘A modern addition to the Irish folk canon.’

Dr Sandra Joyce and Dr Róisín Ní Ghallóglaigh, both lecturers in traditional Irish music at UL, spoke to The Guardian on the phenomenal success of Kingfishr’s ‘modern addition to the Irish folk canon’, Killeagh.

#StudyatUL #StayCurious

UL graduate Catherine Caball. She is wearing graduation robes and a graduation hat. She is smiling broadly and standing outside a large white 18th century building with a fountain and large white sash windows. She is flanked by her daughter and son who are also smiling broadly.

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we speak to MA in Sociology graduate Catherine Caball who shares her experience of returning to education, the support she received while at UL & how her MA led her to switch from a career in catering to community development

www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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