News - UCD
New principal announced for Meán Scoil Mhuire Longford
The popular secondary school in the town centre was founded in 1861 by the Sisters of Mercy and today educates hundreds of students from across the region.
Jul 13, 2024 15:06
All-Ireland scholarship award for Longford student
Daniela Rana, a former pupil of Mean Scoil Mhuire in Longford, was honoured at the All-Ireland Scholarships Awards Ceremony at the University of Limerick.
Apr 26, 2024 13:21
Roscommon scientist makes history as EIRSAT-1 reaches orbit
Local Physicist Gabriel Finneran has been part of the team at the UCD Space Science Group who have developed and built the satellite from scratch.
Dec 2, 2023 09:11
First Irish satellite to be launched into orbit this month
EIRSAT-1 was designed, built and tested at UCD.
Nov 7, 2023 09:37
Just Transition Fund should be wide ranging for region argues Professor
Dr Schuitema says that locals must see that their visions for their communities are understood by decision makers.
Jun 13, 2023 17:18
Five young people in Shannonside region awarded prestigious college scholarships
The Naughton Foundation Scholarships are worth €20,000 while the students' former schools also receive a cash prize for helping the teenagers' development.
Oct 20, 2022 14:12
Former Chief Medical Officer to take up new role in UCD
The job is not a salaried position.
Jul 7, 2022 09:47
Two Roscommon natives awarded scholarships to teach and research in USA
Fullbright Scholarships are grants for Irish citizens to complete postdoctoral or professional research in the United States.
Jun 19, 2022 08:28Shannonside Newsletter
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