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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · Nov 19
Check out our starter pack of UL academics, researchers, departments and faculties

We're proud to have so many talented people working at UL, and proud to be leading research into everything from healthcare innovation to sustainability
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"The writers and artists of Ireland loved him as one of our own."

In The Sunday Independent, UL Professor of Creative Writing, Joseph O'Connor, reflects on the legacy of Ireland's poet president, Michael D Higgins.

Read on: m.independent.ie/opinion/jose...

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Joseph O’Connor: Farewell and happy retirement to the poet president, Michael D Higgins
He did every part of the job with skill and respect. With the courtesy and prop­riety befitting the office, he welcomed international dignitaries and diplomats of many political hues. But he was alway...
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November 10, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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Are the kids in your life saying '6-7' on repeat right now?

On Limerick Today on Live 95, Dr Gail Flanagan from UL's School of Modern Languages and Applied Linguistics explains the origins of the current '6-7' trend.

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Six Seven - do you understand it? | Live95 Limerick Today Podcasts
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November 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Dr Chris McInerney, Director of UL's Transferable Skills Unit, discusses the importance of transferable skills on Radio Kerry's In Business, and outlines the steps UL is taking to equip its students with transferable skills for lifelong success.

🎧 www.radiokerry.ie/podcasts/in-...

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November 10, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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New UL research shows how exercise in the community can help tackle chronic pain. The ComExPain trial is a community-based study focused on supporting older adults living with musculoskeletal pain.

Watch: www.live95fm.ie/news/live95-...

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November 10, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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Have you heard of 'vibe coding'?

On Morning Ireland on RTÉ Radio 1, UL's Dr Gail Flanagan explains the meaning of the new Collins Dictionary Word of the Year and discusses the latest words being used by Gen Alpha in every day speech.

🎧 www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

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November 7, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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University of Limerick and the Irish Rugby Football Union have published the latest findings from the Irish Rugby Injury Surveillance (IRIS) Project, the longest-running injury monitoring system in Irish amateur rugby.

Read more: www.irishexaminer.com/sport/rugby/...
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November 7, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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"The Gen Z revolt against making work your top priority is part of a larger societal change."

In his latest article for RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Professor Kevin Murphy outlines why your Gen Z colleagues have the right attitude when it comes to work-life balance.

www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

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November 6, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Laureate of the 2024 #ERCengage Award, @orlamuldoon.bsky.social’s work on gender-based violence has deepened public understanding, driven media awareness, and inspired concrete policy change.

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November 5, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, which wreaked havoc in the Caribbean just a week ago, UL's Gulnaz Anjum explains how the psychological toll of extreme weather events often lasts far longer than the physical damage.

Read more: theconversation.com/the-psycholo...

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November 6, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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“These countries continue to exemplify the values and spirit that underpin the European project – openness, equality, and solidarity.”

UL marked the 30th anniversary of Austria, Sweden and Finland’s membership of the European Union at an event on campus.

www.ul.ie/artsoc/news/...

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November 5, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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"The stories of sex and surveillance that are captured in Presbyterian church records reveal much about how communities attempted to monitor one another's behaviour."

In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Dr Leanne Calvert shares a selection of stories from her new book.

Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

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November 5, 2025 at 10:37 AM
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Who will win this years ‘Three Minute Thesis’? Experience some of Ireland's brightest PhD students going head-to-head in the 2025 Competition!
Join us on Nov 19th and vote in the ‘audience choice’ award!
👉Save your spot - www.iua.ie/3minutethesis

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November 4, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight series, we speak to Adam Brennan, founder of Sona Sensory and graduate of UL’s Bachelor of Education in Graphics, Engineering and Technology

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November 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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In UL’s latest article for RTÉ Brainstorm, Dr Ruan O’Donnell, School of History and Geography, shares the story of the extraordinary life of the ‘Wicklow Chief’, Michael Dwyer.

Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

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November 4, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Most read on #RTEBrainstorm: your Gen Z colleagues have the right idea about work-life balance as they've copped that work should not be the centre of your life. By Kevin Murphy @unioflimerick.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
Your Gen Z colleagues have the right idea about work-life balance
Gen Z are a generation who have quickly realised work should not be the centre of your life and does not define your worth
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November 4, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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A new study into Leaving Certificate subject choices, co-authored by Dr Carmel Hannan, Department of Sociology, has shown that experience of maths in primary school is a key influence on later choices.

Read on: www.irishtimes.com/science/2025...

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November 3, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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"Creativity encourages you to take more risks, to be more provocative."

UL's Professor Eoin Devereux has announced the publication of his debut poetry collection, Gardening Leave.

Read on: www.ul.ie/news/ul-acad...

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November 3, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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In UL’s latest article for RTÉ Brainstorm, Margaret O’Sullivan, School of History and Geography, outlines how records compiled by Ireland’s land agents can reveal intimate details about tenants' personal lives and that of their extended communities.

Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

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November 3, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Dr Karol Mullaney-Dignam from UL's School of History spoke to Tipperary Live about the Celtic roots of Halloween, and explains how over time the traditions of Halloween have diverged from their Samhain origins.

Watch: www.tipperarylive.ie/video/home/1...

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October 31, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Most read on #RTEBrainstorm: are you a headphone dodger? Aoife Ryan-Christensen finds out why some people play their phones out loud on buses and trains - with insights from
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Why do some people play their phones out loud on buses & trains?
New social norms and behaviour are behind the rise of headphone dodgers on public transport showing zero consideration for those around them
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October 31, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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University of Limerick awards honorary doctorate to Professor Patrick Honohan

Former Governor of the Central Bank and a ‘towering figure in Irish economic thinking’ recognised for his contributions to public policy and his role in restoring financial stability
www.ul.ie/news/univers...
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October 30, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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We were delighted to launch our new exhibition yesterday which will be on display on the ground floor of the library for the academic year. The Limerick Papers are also available to view on our digital library digitallibrary.ul.ie/limerick-pap...
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New exhibition celebrating legacy of The Earls of Limerick opens at UL

The rich archival collection focuses on the Pery family, with the exhibition highlighting several notable items from the Limerick Papers, a rich archival collection spanning nearly 500 years
www.ul.ie/news/new-exh...
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October 29, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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New exhibition celebrating legacy of The Earls of Limerick opens at UL

The rich archival collection focuses on the Pery family, with the exhibition highlighting several notable items from the Limerick Papers, a rich archival collection spanning nearly 500 years
www.ul.ie/news/new-exh...
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October 29, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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“Bhí sé soiléir san fheachtas seo go bhfuil daoine ag tabhairt aire ar chúrsaí teanga”

Sa Irish Times, míníonn an tOllamh Laura Cahillane, ó Scoil Dlí Ollscoil Luimnigh, an ról a bhí ag an nGaolainn i dtoghchán Catherine Connolly go dtí an Áras

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President-elect of Ireland Catherine Connolly. She is standing at a podium with microphones. The wooden podium says 'Caisleán Bhaile Átha Cliath. Dublin Castle'. She has short grey hair. She is dressed in a navy top and blazer with a silver necklace.
October 28, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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University of Limerick students have been recognised for contributing almost 50,000 hours of volunteer work over the past year as part of the President’s Volunteer Award.

Read on: m.independent.ie/regionals/li...

#StudyAtUL #StayCurious
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October 28, 2025 at 9:59 AM