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Our library satisfaction survey is now live. Open to all UL students and staff. Give us your feedback and help us to improve library services. You could also win an iPad and other great prizes!
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October 31, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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In memory of Manchán Magan, writer, broadcaster and documentary maker - a small selection of his remarkable legacy. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
A book display of books written by Manchán Magan. Manchán Magan 1970-2025
October 6, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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Our Shannon Development Photo exhibition is available to view in Shannon Library as part of @clarelibraries.bsky.social History week. Join UL archivist Dr. Kirsten Mulrennan on 7 Oct, 6.30pm in Shannon Library, to hear about the Wellcome Trust-funded project. More info: clarelibraries.ie
Our Shannon Development Photographic Archive exhibition will be available to view in Shannon Library as part of Clare Libraries History week. Available to view from now until October 18th, this exhibition showcases the Shannon Development Photographic Collection, donated by the Shannon Airport Group to UL in 2014. Through striking images and informative panels, it captures the transformation of the Shannon region from its rural roots to a hub of industry and tourism—offering a vivid glimpse into Irish life and fashion in the latter half of the 20th century. The exhibition forms part of Clare Libraries History Week programme, which also includes a presentation by UL archivist Dr. Kirsten Mulrennan on Tuesday 7 October at 6.30pm in Shannon Library, highlighting the Wellcome Trust-funded project to digitise the Shannon Development Photographic Archive. More information available via https://clarelibraries.ie/
September 30, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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We were delighted to host the launch of the Elephant in the room movement and even more delighted to be the first home of the elephant at UL.

The elephant represents the silent presence of mental health struggles, often invisible, but sometimes too big to ignore.
www.elephantintheroom.ie
sculpture of a small colourfully decorated elephant Let's talk Everyone is touched by mental health challenges at some point-whether personally or through someone close to them. There are moments when life feels overwhelming, like you're carrying a weight too heavy to bear. In those times, it's easy to feel lost or alone. But here's the truth: it's okay not to be okay. Talking to someone can make a world of difference. Sharing your struggles doesn't make you weak-it shows strength and courage. You are not alone, even if it feels that way sometimes. Help is out there, and when you ask for it, you'll find it. Student supports: https://www.ul.ie/student-affairs/access-office/student-support-services Staff supports: https://www.ul.ie/hr/current-staff/be-well-ul
August 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Earlier this week, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science James Lawless TD celebrated the launch of the new CONUL Strategy. Shaping Tomorrow 2025-2029 - a bold new strategy guiding the future of Ireland’s research libraries.

conul.ie/minister-law...

#Conul
People holding the strategy document and CONUL signs
July 18, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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Two great opportunities to join the amazing team here at UL Library.
1. Executive Administrator - Library and Information Services
2. Librarian - Student Engagement & Success.
Full details available www.ul.ie/vacancies

#LISjobsIE
June 9, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Applications for our Leaving Certificate Study scheme are now open. Leaving cert students who would like to use the Glucksman Library to study from 22 May - June 24 should apply online www.ul.ie/library/leav...
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May 13, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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The library building will be open throughout the Easter break from 7am to midnight each day. Wishing all of our students, staff and new Bluesky followers a Happy Easter!
Glucksman Library Opening Hours. Monday-Sunday, 7am-Midnight. Extended hours for exams
April 16, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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More #MedievalMemes for your Friday afternoon. This week we are featuring the work of students studying Old & Middle English Literature: Texts & Contexts who were challenged to create some #MedievalMemes and we are delighted to showcase the results. @ulenglish.bsky.social
April 11, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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This week we are featuring the work of students studying Old & Middle English Literature: Texts & Contexts who were challenged to create some #MedievalMemes and we are delighted to showcase the results. Who knew the Middle Ages could be so fun. More to follow! @ulenglish.bsky.social
April 9, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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As part of Limerick Lifelong Learning festival 2025, join UL
staff for this engaging and interactive workshop "GenAI Why should I C.A.R.E?" to learn about Generative AI and how to use it carefully.

Limerick City Library, April 9th, 1-2pm
Register ul.libcal.com/event/4351281
GenAI Why should I C.A.R.E 1-2pm April 9, Limerick City Library, Michael Street libinfo@ul.ie
March 18, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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The library building will be closed on St. Patrick's Day, Monday 17th March.

Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh!
Glucksman Library St. Patrick’s Weekend Opening Hours Sat 15th March 10am – 10pm Sun 16th March 10am – 10pm Mon 17th March Closed
March 13, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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For #WorldBookDay, here are some students at Shannon Comprehensive enjoying books in the library in 1969.
Taken from the #ShannonDevelopment collection being catalogued as part of the Wellcome Trust funded New Jerusalems project. SpecialCollections.ul.ie NewJerusalems.info #NewTownArchives
Black and white photo of students in a school reading books and surrounded by bookshelves Black and white photo of school student reading a book
March 6, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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We are recruiting for a Senior Library Assistant, Student Engagement. A great opportunity to join our amazing library team @ullibrary.bsky.social

Closing date 24th March, 12pm
Full details: my.corehr.com/pls/esbsheul...
Exterior of Glucksman Library Building - Join our team
March 5, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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Join us on a journey from Calcutta to the Island of St Helena through the pages of a journal kept by Harriet Marshall between Jan 9 & Apr 4 1847 on her way from Allahabad to County Tyrone. A weekly blog post series presents transcriptions from her journal.
specialcollections.ul.ie/from-calcutt...
January 17, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Happy New Year from all at UL Library. We are open today Jan 2nd from 9am to 5pm.

Full opening hours ul.ie/library/open...
January Opening Hours Jan 2nd & 3rd: 9am-5pm Sat 4th and Sun 5th: Closed From Jan 6th-Jan 27th Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm Saturday 11th: Closed Saturday 18th: 8am-8pm Saturday 25th: 10am-8pm Sundays: Closed
January 2, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Library Christmas Opening Hours Up to Dec 19th: 7am-Midnight Dec 20th: 7am-5pm Dec 21st-23rd: 9am-5pm Dec 24th-Jan 1st: Closed Will reopen January 2nd 9am-5pm
December 18, 2024 at 11:45 AM
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Todays Advent post is from the recently launched exhibition Developing Shannon – Exposing Narratives from Negatives, based on the Shannon Development Photographic Collection, donated to UL in 2014 by the Shannon Airport Group. 250,000 items spanning 5 decades!
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People sitting in departure lounge of Shannon Airport in 1971 with large Christmas tree in the middle
December 13, 2024 at 10:11 AM
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A glimpse inside the #Bolton Library for today's Advent post. Carols for Christmas Day! These are found in Devotionis Augustinianae flamma, Bolton Library H.4.18 (1637).
Check specialcollections.ul.ie/advent-calen... each day for new images & subscribe to our blog! #AdventCalendar #ULLibrary
December 5, 2024 at 11:43 AM
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We are delighted to launch our 2024 Advent Calendar. Check out specialcollections.ul.ie/advent-calen... each day for a new festive themed image from our archives. #AdventCalendar #ULLibrary #UniversityofLimerick🎄
Festa Decembris musical notation
December 2, 2024 at 10:01 AM