MSSI to host the 21st International Workshop on Computational Mechanics of Materials

2011-08-10T09:11:13+00:00

The Materials and Surface Science Institute (MSSI) will host the 21st International Workshop on Computational Mechanics of Materials from Monday August 22nd to Wednesday August 24th. The objective of the Workshop is to present original results in various areas of mechanics of materials. The workshop covers all aspects of modelling and simulations of the mechanical behaviour at different length and time scales. The workshop brings together researchers from academia and industry, to provide a platform…

Graduate Entry Medical School Conferrings

2011-05-18T19:26:57+00:00

The conferring of academic awards at the University of Limerick is a very special occasion and is the highlight of the University's academic year - it is a day of celebration when family, friends and University staff rejoice in the achievements of our newest graduates. This year we celebrate the first graduates of the Graduate Entry Medical School (GEMS) programme.

For Graduation Ceremony information please visit www.ul.ie/ceremonies

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UL to Lead Delivery of National Training Programme for Mathematics Teachers

2012-05-25T10:12:16+00:00

The National Centre for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and Learning (NCE-MSTL) based at the University of Limerick is to lead the delivery of a national programme for up-skilling out-of-field teachers of mathematics.

The Minister of State for Research and Innovation, Seán Sherlock, TD today officially launched funding for the Professional Diploma in Mathematics for Teaching (Part-time) which aims to train out-of-field mathematics teachers over the next 3 years.

Designs for the Future of Limerick and Beyond!

2012-05-25T09:41:45+00:00

Over 180 Design Students from four separate UL undergraduate programmes have today unveiled their design work in the spectacular surrounds of the former Franciscan Church in the heart of Limerick City. The inaugural Design@UL exhibition brings together for the first time the diversity of design ingenuity of the UL students of Architecture, Product Design, Civil Engineering and Digital and Interactive Media as presented through their drawings, models, projections,…

Fleadh Cheoil Luimnigh

2012-05-24T15:31:50+00:00

The Irish World Academy of Music and Dance is delighted to be hosting Fleadh Cheoil Luimnigh 2012, in association with Caladh an Treoigh branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann. Running from 30th May to 4th June, the fleadh boasts a full programme of competitions, lectures, concerts, sessions and a céilí.

This is the first time that the Irish World Academy has hosted the fleadh and it promises to be an exhilarating weekend of events. We also…

Secondary School Students on the ‘Write’ Track !

2012-05-24T14:00:32+00:00

UL’s Regional Writing Centre Awards Secondary School Students on the ‘Write’ Track !

Students from over 87 secondary schools in the Mid-west Region were invited to take part in the inaugural University of Limerick Regional Writing Centre Essay-Writing Competition. Senior cycle students from schools across Limerick, Tipperary, and Clare were invited to respond to the statement made by Kate Green, MP that “Lowering the voting age to 16 could help…

Science and Engineering Summer Camp 2012

2012-05-23T14:23:08+00:00

: "Science and Engineering Summer Camp 2012"

The Science & Engineering Summer Camp ‘experience’ is an exciting two-day, non-residential programme of highly interactive science and engineering activities designed for students currently in Junior Certificate, Transition Year or Fifth Year. The camp offers participants the opportunity to work in state-of-the-art laboratories and engage in a fully interactive, action-packed programme that will…

Minister Addresses Issue of Credit Lending for SME’s

2012-05-23T12:08:11+00:00

Minister for Small Business, John Perry T.D. addressed the issue of credit lending to SME’s at an event hosted by the Kemmy Business School, UL in partnership with Limerick Chamber which was held at the Kemmy Business School. The speakers included Robert Grealis, Interim CEO, Limerick Chamber, Dr Philip O’Regan, Dean, Kemmy Business School. Paul Kerr of the Credit Review Officer (CRO) outlined insights on lending decisions by banks.

Speaking at the event, Minister Perry said;…

Engage Africa – UL’s International Work Programme Wins Employability Award

2012-05-23T09:44:55+00:00

The University of Limerick’s unique international work placement programme, Engage Africa, has been awarded the 2012 All Ireland Employability Award. The award was presented by Minister for Training & Skills, Ciaran Cannon T.D at the GradIreland Awards ceremony held in the Mansion House.

Jerry Cronin, Cooperative Education Manager, UL said; “Engage Africa was developed by UL in response to student demand for work experience in international development and education. The…

Theory and Practice for Speed Development in Sport

2012-05-21T15:53:44+00:00

Speed Development Day - May 26th at UL How do people run quicker? Simple - increase the stride length and the stride rate of the athlete and 'hey presto' - you run faster! But as coaches and scientists, how do we put that theory into best practice?
The speed development day will help turn that theory into practice!
The day will be split into two sessions, the morning session (11 am – 12:30 pm.) will take us through current research/science/theory, giving the coaches (maybe…

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