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Eugene and Ronan Greaney have put Irish pizza on the map with their Irish take on Neapolitan-inspired pizza – earning The Dough Bro’s the title of best pizza in Ireland and number 15 in the world.
Read their story in this week’s Alumni Spotlight below.
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"There is no better place than UL to experience college life."

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we chat to brothers Eugene and Ronan Greaney, co-owners of The Dough Bros in Galway, who are both graduates of the Bachelor of Business Studies at UL.

Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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Eugene and Ronan Greaney sitting in their pizza restaurant. They are seated on a bench with tables and chairs on either side of them. There are pictures on the green wall behind them. 
October 24, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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"Limerick is at the heart of everything we do."

The Irish Chamber Orchestra, located at University of Limerick, will celebrate 30 years of making music in Limerick with a one-of-a-kind anniversary concert this Saturday at the University Concert Hall.

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Members of the Irish Chamber Orchestra led by Norwegian violinist and composer, Henning Kraggerud. He is standing in the centre of the orchestra holding a violin and bow.
October 14, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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“Curiosity is the engine, on stage, in the studio & in research, that keeps me learning & sharing"

In our Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Dr Diane Daly, a violinist with the Irish Chamber Orchestra who holds a PhD in Arts Practice from UL's Irish World Academy

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#StayCurious
UL graduate and violinist Dr Diane Daly standing on a stage with other musicians in the background. She is holding a violin and bow, and wearing a red dress.
October 14, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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“Sport doesn’t last forever, so you’ve got to be thinking of what you’re going to be doing after.”

Congrats to Ireland and Munster Rugby star Dave Kilcoyne, who graduated from UL with a Professional Diploma in Aviation Leasing & Finance from Kemmy Business School.

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A photo of a man in formal dress and black graduation robes and cap, standing outside holding a rugby ball in one hand and a graduation parchment in the other
August 27, 2025 at 8:04 AM
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Leah Shannahan, a graduate of UL's Product Design and Technology programme has designed the world’s first fully accessible, multisensory saliva-based pregnancy test and is one of 3,678 students graduating from UL this week.

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August 28, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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"I gave it my everything"

UL graduate, Jean Barry, has proved that returning to education in your 50s can be a life changer as she celebrates the hard work, grit and determination that led her to earning her degree.

Read more: www.tipperarylive.ie/news/home/18...

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UL graduate Jean Barry. She is wearing a burgundy dress, a black graduation robe and black graduation hat. She has long blonde hair and is smiling broadly. She is holding up a silver medal in a box. There are green trees in the background.
August 29, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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Graduating in style! 🎓💚

Our top shots from the first day of the Autumn Conferring Ceremonies 2025.

Wishing enormous congratulations to all 3,600+ students being conferred this week, we hope ye and your families have a fantastic time celebrating your hard work and success!
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A woman in academic robes celebrating her graduation on a paved plaza with friends A group of friends dressed in black academic robes lifting their matching black mortarboard hats into the hair to celebrate their graduation Two graduates dressed in black and gold academic gowns are sat under a tree, smiling at the camera as they celebrate their graduation A man dressed in a black suit and white shirt under black and gold academic robes. He is stood with his girlfriend, who is wearing a black dress. Both have sunglasses on and are holding them as they smile at the camera
August 25, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, Kiro Barsoum shares his experience of studying aircraft maintenance and airworthiness before undertaking postgraduate studies in airworthiness, leasing and finance, and an MSc in Engineering Practice at UL.

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August 5, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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Each year, when we share information about our upcoming Class Reunion Day (it's happening this Saturday, 23 August, full details here: ulclassreunion2025.eventbrite.ie), we are met with outrage, denial and claims of clerical error. And so, it is necessary to issue the following statement:
August 19, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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📢 Attention PESS UL graduates!

Siel Bleu Ireland is looking to hire a FT Physical trainer in the Dublin South area.

Find out more with link below ⬇️

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Applications can be submitted directly through indeed.ie or by sending a CV and cover letter to info@sielbleu.ie.
August 19, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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"I'm at the forefront of policy making in the European Parliament & I can’t believe I’m at this point in my career already"

In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we chat to BA in European Studies graduate, Ciara O'Flynn, who is now working in the European Parliament

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UL graduate Ciara O'Flynn. She is wearing glasses, a black top and a blue lanyard. She is smiling and has long brown hair. She is standing in front of a blue sign that says European Parliament.
August 19, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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"My co-op placement helped me decide which direction to take after graduation. It was career defining."

In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, we speak to BA in Law & Accounting graduate Aisling Meehan who runs her own agricultural legal & tax practice.

Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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UL graduate Aisling Meehan. She has shoulder length blonde hair and is wearing a black rain jacket. She is standing in a field with a large tree in the background. 
July 24, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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‘A modern addition to the Irish folk canon.’

Dr Sandra Joyce and Dr Róisín Ní Ghallóglaigh, both lecturers in traditional Irish music at UL, spoke to The Guardian on the phenomenal success of Kingfishr’s ‘modern addition to the Irish folk canon’, Killeagh.

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July 24, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we speak to MA in Sociology graduate Catherine Caball who shares her experience of returning to education, the support she received while at UL & how her MA led her to switch from a career in catering to community development

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UL graduate Catherine Caball. She is wearing graduation robes and a graduation hat. She is smiling broadly and standing outside a large white 18th century building with a fountain and large white sash windows. She is flanked by her daughter and son who are also smiling broadly.
July 16, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Enormous congratulations to Tipperary on their All Ireland Final win!

We're proud to have six UL alumni among their number, as well as five current UL students.

Well done to you all, and enjoy your well-earned success
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July 20, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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Registration for the Autumn (August) 2025 Conferrings is now open 🎓

Please check your student and personal emails for all the important information

Deadline to register attendance: 23rd July
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July 21, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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“The grounding and varied education I received in UL allows me to adapt quickly and apply my skills across many different industries.”

Seán Golden, Chief Economist and Director of Policy at Limerick Chamber, features in our latest Alumni Spotlight.

Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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July 2, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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Great night with the UL alumni community in Brussels!
Amazing to see such a strong turnout. The UL connection runs deep, wherever we go.
We were thrilled to welcome Professor Brigid Laffan, who shared insightful perspectives and sparked some brilliant conversation.
More: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/br...
Collage of photos from the University of Limerick alumni event in Brussels, June 2025. Groups of attendees are smiling and socialising, wearing name badges and green UL lanyards. Professor Brigid Laffan, Chancellor of UL, is shown speaking at a podium with a UL Alumni banner in the background.
June 6, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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"The MBA at UL changed how I thought & helped me to understand myself as a leader"

In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we speak to MBA graduate, James Ring, CEO of TTM Healthcare Group & former CEO of Limerick Chamber

Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers...

#StudyAtUL #StayCurious

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UL MBA graduate James Ring. He is dressed in a blue shirt and navy blazer. The lights in the background are blurred.
May 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Calling all UL alumni in Brussels! 🇪🇺

Join us on 5 June at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place for an evening with Professor Brigid Laffan, UL Chancellor and expert on European affairs.

Free event, limited spots – register soon!
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Brussels Gathering for UL alumni & friends
We are delighted to invite UL alumni and friends to a special gathering in the heart of Brussels. Join us on Thursday, 5 June, at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place.The evening will feature a compell...
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May 21, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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IBTS issues urgent appeal for 2,000 additional blood donations over the next 4 weeks

New & existing donors from the UL community can make a big difference in Castletroy today and tomorrow:
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Save a life, give blood. Castletroy Park Hotel. Monday 26th May from 4:20pm to 7:40pm. Tuesday 27th May from 4:20pm to 7:40pm. Call 1800 222 111 for an appointment. Give blood.
May 26, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Calling all UL alumni in Brussels! 🇪🇺

Join us on 5 June at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place for an evening with Professor Brigid Laffan, UL Chancellor and expert on European affairs.

Free event, limited spots – register soon!
www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/ev...
Brussels Gathering for UL alumni & friends
We are delighted to invite UL alumni and friends to a special gathering in the heart of Brussels. Join us on Thursday, 5 June, at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place.The evening will feature a compell...
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May 21, 2025 at 10:59 AM
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In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight, we speak to Cian Woods, graduate of Computer Games Development from UL’s Department of Computer Science and Information Systems. Cian now works at Jaguar Land Rover in Shannon, County Clare.

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May 13, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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The countdown is on!
UL Class Reunion Day 2025 takes place on Saturday 23 August and promises to be the best yet – with new micro-tours and the option to stay on campus.
More info: ulclassreunion2025.eventbrite.ie
March 25, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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"Hurling with UL was some of the most enjoyable times I have had in my hurling career"

In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight series, we speak to Limerick hurler Tom Morrissey, a graduate of UL's Bachelor of Business Studies & Masters of Taxation

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Limerick hurler and UL graduate, Tom Morrissey, celebrates in Croke Park. He is wearing a green Limerick jersey and has his fist up in celebration.
April 24, 2025 at 12:01 PM