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From Mainframes to Digital Ecosystems: A Timeline of Transformation When Michael O’Halloran joined the Computer Bureau in 1982, the world was on the cusp of the internet revolution and the University College Cork (UCC) community was still navigating the first wave of desktop computers. Over the next four decades, he witnessed and steered every major transition: […]
Understanding Technology‑Facilitated Abuse in Ireland Technology‑facilitated abuse (TFA) refers to the use of digital tools—text messaging, social media, email, and other online platforms—to harass, threaten, or manipulate a target. In Ireland, the rise of smartphones and ubiquitous connectivity has accelerated the prevalence of TFA, creating new challenges for law enforcement, educators, and community organisations. As […]
University College Cork (UCC) is one of Ireland’s leading universities, and its IT Services department plays a pivotal role in supporting campus operations, research, and student success. For IT professionals and lifelong learners, UCC offers a dynamic work environment, a wide spectrum of career roles, and strong links to education programs in the Cork City […]
Overview of UCC’s Data Centres University College Cork (UCC) operates two primary data centres – one in the Western Gateway Building and another in the Kane Building. These facilities house the bulk of the university’s virtual machines, storage solutions, and critical infrastructure that support both staff and student services. Understanding how these centres function is […]
Recent news from Dublin City University in Ireland announced that Dr. Lucy Stone, an Assistant Professor in the School of English, has been awarded the 2025 Research Grant from the International Research Society for Children’s Literature (IRSCL). The grant will enable her to conduct in‑depth archival research for her monograph, “Picturing War: Children’s Representations of […]
University College Cork (UCC) has recently unveiled a striking collection of fine‑art portraits as part of Accenture’s Women on Walls initiative. The series celebrates eleven pioneering women who have shaped society across the Munster region, from literature and education to activism and medicine. The unveiling, held in the historic Aula Maxima, adds a dynamic new […]
Key Drivers Behind the Expansion In November 2025, the Irish government announced a €20.5 million investment to broaden apprenticeship opportunities across the country. TU Dublin, already the largest higher‑education provider of apprenticeship training, received €5.73 million through the Apprenticeship Expansion Programme 2024. This funding will unlock 600 new training places, allowing the university to double […]
The recent collaboration between TU Dublin’s Ballymun Music Programme and Ireland’s National Concert Hall (NCH) & National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) demonstrates how community‑based music education can benefit from professional partnerships. In November, 130 children from four primary schools in Ballymun attended two‑day workshops that combined hands‑on instrument instruction with insights into orchestral performance and industry […]
The University of Dublin’s old, ivy‑lined halls have long been a place where scholarship and creativity intertwine. In November, a fresh chapter was added to this storied narrative when Trinity College Dublin conferred a posthumous Bachelor of Arts degree on Christy Nolan, a writer whose work has resonated across Ireland and beyond. Christy Nolan: A […]
Trinity College Dublin recently honored Somali‑Irish activist Ifrah Ahmed with an honorary degree, recognizing her commitment to ending female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and her broader work in social justice. The ceremony, held in the historic Public Theatre, also celebrated other distinguished recipients, but Ahmed’s story stands out for its personal resilience, policy impact, and international […]
