UCD President’s Award | 24 Hours Left to Submit!
Do you know a Student who deserves to be recognised for their contribution to student life? If so, you have 24 hours left to submit your nomination! All information about the awards can be found on our website or submit your nomination directly.
Virtual Classroom Survey - Have Your Say!
UCD is currently reviewing our Virtual Classroom platforms and wants to hear from students to further understand the student experience using the different platforms offered. Take part in this short survey (5-7 minutes) to have your say.
New MARCH Fitness Class Timetable PLUS Access to The Wellness Hub
The ALL NEW UCD Sport & Fitness Virtual Fitness class schedule for 1 -14 March is now available on our website. To gain access to the LIVE Virtual Fitness classes and the on-demand Wellness Hub content and resources simply click register today.
Wellbeing Your Way, Monday 29 March to Friday 2 April 2021
Healthy UCD are hosting Wellbeing Your Way, a week of activities about finding a way to be happy and healthy 'Your Way' including competitions with great prizes! Check our website for more info or follow @HealthyUCD on Instagram & Twitter for updates.
LGBTQ Visibility, Media and Sexuality in Ireland - Book Launch
Friday, 5 March, 7-8:30pm, join host & author Dr Páraic Kerrigan in a panel discussion on the overview of his book that traces the turbulent history of queer visibility in the Irish media. Register on Zoom.
New Film Releases | UCD Online Cinema Experience
With new releases every week, you can now view the latest critically acclaimed films in modern cinema through UCD’s New Online Cinema Experience. When you stream a film, a donation will be made to an Irish based charity! View all listings today.
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2021 with Gaeltacht UCD
On the eve of world book day, author Bridget Breathnach of Cló Iar-Chonnacht (www.cic.ie), An Spidéal, Co Galway, will recommend some Irish language and bilingual resources suitable for young and old. Bridget will present in English. Book your place on our website.
New - MSc Human Computer Interaction (HCI) - Sept 2021 start
Technology is ubiquitous in our everyday life. This MSc focuses on giving students the skills to understand and problem solve around user and societal issues facing us in an increasingly digital world. Find out more on our website. SDGs: 2021 Online Summer School at the University of York
UCD Global is delighted to announce that registrations are now open for undergraduates students, in their penultimate year of study, to participate in the University of York Online Summer School from 12 to 23 July 2021 with a focus on SDGs. Find out more on our website.
Independent Health Insurance Advice with Dermot Goode
Join Dermot Goode, 2pm on 9 March, who will give his expert and impartial advice on private health insurance plans. Bring the name of your plan along and any questions you have and Dermot may be able to save you a few euros! Register today.
Irish weather in the Irish language with TG4 Presenter Donncha Ó Murchú
Gaeltacht UCD will host a workshop with TG4 weather presenter Donncha Ó Murchú. Donncha who is also a tutor in UCD School of Irish will give an insight into the wealth of proverbs in the Irish language associated with the weather in Ireland. This talk will be delivered in English Wednesday, 10 March, live via zoom 13.00-13.30 (with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss in Irish or English).
Making Your Money Work For You with Eoin McGee -Author, TV Host & Financial Planner
Let's talk about investments! A word that scares a lot of people, but it doesn't need to. Join Eoin McGee on 23 March at 1pm as he discusses how to adopt an investment approach that ensures your money is working for you. Register for the event here .
UCDVO & Solidarity in Acton - A Journey in Global Citizenship Education
UCDVO in partnership with Comhlámh are delighted to offer a three-month learning journey that aims to cultivate sustainable activism. This course is open to those who have previously participated in one of our evening courses or year- long programme. Applications open online 1 - 15 March. Check out our website for more information.
Thursday 18 March 2021 (1pm – 4pm) Geary Masterclass 1: R for Absolute Beginners
The Geary Institute for Public Policy is launching a research skills initiative for UCD students and staff. There will be three research masterclasses, each offering a seminar followed by a hands-on workshop. Registration required.
Reminder: EDI Webinar 2021 & Launch of UCD EDI Annual Report 2019-20
Thursday, 4 March 10am: Register now for UCD's EDI webinar and virtual launch of the EDI Annual Report 2019-20. Join us to hear about the journey towards race & ethnic equality and the importance of mental wellbeing during COVID-19. See the EDI website for more information on the speakers and book your place now on UCD Booking System.
What it takes to Start Your Business
Wednesday, 3 March, 6pm: Learn the dos and don’ts of entrepreneurship, from UCD alumni who have built their business from the ground up. Hear from Aisling Quinn, founder of MoShoppa & John Crowley, founder & community builder. Register via Zoom. The UCD Student Update is published fortnightly on a Tuesday during the academic term by the Communications Office, UCD Registry.