Ireland

On the Road Again! Royal College of Surgeons University in Ireland

On the Road Again!  Royal College of Surgeons University in Ireland of Medicine and Health Sciences In a word, the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland University of Medicine and Health (RCSI) is IMPRESSIVE. Located in Dublin, this specialized health sciences university is the national provider of surgical training. The undergraduate programs are in the schools of medicine, pharmacy and biomolecular sciences and physiotherapy. Here are some highlights: The university is very international. One quarter of the students are American. [...]

On the Road Again!  Maynooth University

On the Road Again!  Maynooth University I have to admit that I was not familiar with Maynooth University before my visit and I am very glad that I had the opportunity to experience what the university has to offer.  The university could not have been more welcoming as we were greeted by students playing traditional Irish music and an assortment of tea and pastries.  Maynooth University, Ireland’s fastest growing university, is home to 15,000 students with a location that comprises [...]

On the Road Again! University of Galway!

On the Road Again!  University of Galway You know that the university tour will be a fun one when you are greeted with Irish coffee made just for you by a student from Galway’s Shannon College of Hotel Management.  The university is home to 20,000 students.  Its tenets are openness, respect, collaboration, and sustainability.  The university definitely “walks the walk” when it comes to sustainability.  For example, rainwater is collected to flush the toilets.  One can study just about anything [...]

On the Road Again! University of Limerick

On the Road Again!  University of Limerick The University of Limerick is a mere 50 years old and it has accomplished a lot in those 50 years!  Limerick is the third largest city in Ireland and the home to many global companies in a variety of industries including pharma, financial services and high tech offering opportunities for the university’s students.  It is also a young city with 50% of its population under 30. The university is home to 18,000 students [...]

On the Road Again! University College Cork

On the Road Again!  University College Cork Founded in 1845, University College Cork (UCC)’s campus is beautiful both architecturally and naturally. From the iconic quad, with its stunning limestone facades, to the tranquil banks of the River Lee meandering through the grounds, every corner has a sense of history.  But this university is more than just beautiful.  Here is a bit about it and Cork: Cork is known as the rebel county. The setting of the university is right in [...]

On the Road Again! Trinity College Dublin

On the Road Again! Trinity College Dublin In the heart of Dublin lies a beacon of learning, history, and culture -Trinity College Dublin established in 1592. Steeped in tradition and scholarly pursuit, this renowned institution beckons visitors from across the globe to immerse themselves in its rich heritage. 17,000 undergraduates are fortunate to call it their home. I was treated to a visit to the iconic Long Room, a place that epitomizes the timeless allure of Trinity College. Towering shelves [...]

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