We officially left Twitter this week after 16 years on the platform. For those of you who followed us there during the good times (or for anyone who likes a good meme), we've compiled a video of our favourite Twitter moments. We're looking forward to finding friends old and new on Bluesky.

We are now in peak “wise sage” era with our little schnauzer 🐾 she loves observing everything that goes on.

𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭 & 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬! We speak to Sabrina Fitzsimons about her latest research - “Just plough on and pretend it’s not happening” - buff.ly/boyhwrh Full show out Mon 8am on YouTube & Spotify @DCU_IoE @DCU_Research David S. Smith RGU #burnout #educator #research

The beauty of the Mayo coastline … sound up for the ocean waves 🌊

Deep in thought … about her next treat 🐾

A great start to the bank holiday weekend…A really positive book review from @teacherscollege.bsky.social ‘s Teachers College Record!🥳🤩🥳 Huge thanks to the 3 reviewers!🙏 @trionacheile.bsky.social @schoolhumandev.bsky.social @dublincityuni.bsky.social @virginiatech.bsky.social

One of the most inexplicable rules in sport: Rule 6 (b) Camogie Association Official Rules. Players must wear skirts/skorts or face sanctions. Story reported in The Irish Times (amongst other outlets). Hard to believe this rule is still ratified.

Statement: The Royal Irish Academy is ceasing activity on X (Twitter) www.ria.ie/2025/05/01/t...

The final honor guard for Pope Francis included migrants, prisoners, transgender people, the homeless and others selected by the Vicariate of Rome as a symbol of the late pope’s mission of inclusion and outreach. Read more from the funeral: wapo.st/3YdDGqM

Ease exam pressure with our De-stress Stations! Pick up some earplugs or tune into a curated playlist to help you focus, take a break with chocolate and tea, adopt a plant as your new study buddy, or find some mental clarity while working on our community jigsaw🤗 @dublincityuni.bsky.social

Beautiful sunset in Clontarf, Dublin. Taken during a lovely sunny spell.

Just captured the most amazing rainbow I have ever seen!

🚆 Are you 18 and ready to explore Europe? You could get a free travel pass with #DiscoverEU to explore Europe’s culture, history and diversity. Applications close soon — don’t miss out! 👇 europa.eu/!9dCdNV

Outstanding work from @dublincityuni.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social colleagues @sabrinafitzsimons.bsky.social, Pia O'Farrell, and Catherine Furlong - hugely important research regarding the teaching profession in Ireland 👏👏👏 @dcucreate.bsky.social @esai-irl.bsky.social

We are so proud of Killian Downing, Celine Campbell, Eilís O'Neill and SS&D's Hayley Brabazon whose library-led History in Your Hands project has been nominated for the @dublincityuni.bsky.social President's Award for Engagement. Good luck at today's ceremony! www.dcu.ie/civic-engage...

An extra special @dublincityuni.bsky.social graduation ceremony yesterday with 6 @dcuioe.bsky.social doctoral graduates 👏🏻 We are immensely proud of these inclusive education changemakers 🎉 @dcuresearch.bsky.social @inclusivepedagogy.bsky.social @alangorman.bsky.social @fiona-king.bsky.social

Delighted to share this Research rdcu.be/ed0hG @dublincityuni.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social @donenda.bsky.social @annalogan.bsky.social @alangorman.bsky.social @mbrowndcu.bsky.social @hadjertaibi.bsky.social @sarahgardezi.bsky.social @pt-phone-home.bsky.social

There is a new Doctor in the DCU TEU house! Many congratulations to @lwnyrb.bsky.social We were delighted to have a small celebration with him today. We are all thrilled for you, Rob

The Doctor of Education (EdD) programme at the DCU Institute of Education is now accepting applications for 2025 entry. The programme has a number of Areas of Professional Focus, including one on 'AI and Emerging Technologies in Education'. See www.dcu.ie/courses/post... youtu.be/mZ1_uJwb3Oc

Beautiful #Clontarf 💙

Thoroughly enjoyed this, and it was a pleasure as always working with @donenda.bsky.social

The Doctor of Education (EdD) programme the DCU Institute of Education (@dcuioe.bsky.social) is accepting applications for 2025 entry. The programme has a number of Areas of Professional Focus, including one on 'AI and Emerging Technologies in Education'. Find out more at www.dcu.ie/courses/post...

Dr Marlene McCormack of @dcuioe.bsky.social said the high number of early-years educators leaving childcare facilities is having a drastic effect on children’s education and development. Read more in @independent.ie: launch.dcu.ie/3XnozKS

I feel very fortunate to have had her come into the shop a few times, a gentle soul and always a pleasure to talk to. Solas na bhFlaitheas dá h-anam uasal.

Are phone bans in schools tackling the real issues of student engagement, or just an easy policy fix? My piece @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social @news.rte.ie with James O’Higgins Norman, DCU Anti-Bullying Centre, explores the policy implications @dublincityuni.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

Ofsted inspections affect not just teachers but also the people who train them theconversation.com/ofsted-inspe... authored by DCU CREATE co-director Sabrina Fitzsimons and Dr David S Smith (RGU) @dcuioe.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social @mbrowndcu.bsky.social @donenda.bsky.social

February evening sky … #Clontarf

Congratulations @sabrinafitzsimons.bsky.social & David S Smith on new publication in the Cambridge Journal of Education: "'Don’t do anything special for us coming': the mental health impact of Ofsted inspections on teacher educators in England" @dcuioe.bsky.social @ @esai-irl.bsky.social 👏👏

Congratulations to @dcuioe.bsky.social colleague Sabrina Fitzsimons @dcucreate.bsky.social & co-author David S Smith (Robert Gordon University)on this important research published in Cambridge Journal of Education. Will be of great interest to colleagues working in initial teacher education.

#JobFairy 📣📣Come work with us! 📣📣 We are hiring an Assistant Professor in #Sociology! Based at #DCU St Patrick's Campus in #Drumcondra, we are a dynamic, vibrant & supportive school committed to transforming the world! More info here: universityvacancies.com/dublin-city-...

Thank you to all who attended the DCU Centre for Inclusive Pedagogy launch, especially to Prof Mel Ainscow for an inspiring keynote, Centre Director Dr Joe Travers, guest panellists @dervalmcd.bsky.social CEO Inclusion Ireland & Dr Lisa Ward @dcuioe.bsky.social @dublincityuni.bsky.social

January sunlight on Dollymount strand.

Congratulations to seventeen DCU researchers and staff who have been recognised by Research Ireland @researchireland.bsky.social for their contribution to the research community 👏 #DCUResearch

ORCID now supports teaching materials…

A most well deserved award congratulations Martin.

Beautiful sky captured by our younger girl this am. Looking at the world through her eyes is powerful.

Happy New (academic) Year. On the off chance there are new people here who have not seen this, I will share it again. As always, get in touch if you are interested in joining the nearly 100 of us who are there , and do follow and amplify any or all those listed. go.bsky.app/8FJAkMG

The dog post getting her nails trimmed at the vets. She had to be carried in and out of vets’ surgery. Loves the drama.

The Kilkenny Nativity| from @rte.ie 🖤💛 really lovely. youtu.be/K-KFKMWZ8sk?...

The DCU CREATE members are really looking forward to presenting at ESAI25 👏 @esai-irl.bsky.social @elainemcd.bsky.social @donenda.bsky.social @alangorman.bsky.social @annalogan.bsky.social

Fascinating Doctoral studies by @dcuioe.bsky.social @dublincityuni.bsky.social @dcuresearch.bsky.social GTE EDU1060 QUANTS Class. A great group of researchers to work with over the last MONTHS. Looking forward to reading their final proposals and no doubt, multiple future Publications ⬇️

When it's exam season but you're just a lowkey chill guy enjoying a jigsaw at the DCU de-stress station. Take a break, snack on some satsumas or dark chocolate, have a cup of herbal tea, grab one of our gratitude bookmarks or relax with our community jigsaw at any DCU library! (Collab with DCU SU)

We have had a great response to our survey on Teacher Mental Health....please feel free to repost to continue to spread the word! Many thanks @donenda.bsky.social @alangorman.bsky.social @mbrowndcu.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social @dculibrary.bsky.social

One to watch Jen Cummins(SD) has been elected. She was sitting beside me when I graduated from the DCU Ed.D. We were seated alphabetically go figure 😂. Anyhow, she has done a lot of work and research on social disadvantage. Hoping we have a strong voice for education in the new Dáil. #GE24

Wow. Here is one to brighten up your morning. The first images of the restored interior of Notre Dame cathedral. Breathtaking. In just five years France did it

We're now on Bluesky! Follow us here for all the latest from Dublin City University! #WeAreDCU

Nearly a week on and we are up to 80 people in this starter pack . Please do get in touch if you would like to be added - or removed! go.bsky.app/8FJAkMG

Conducted by our brilliant #DCU colleague Dr. #RoisínBlunnie & accompanied by the fantastic @eointierney.bsky.social #DCU #LumenChorale drawn from BREHM students @dcuioe.bsky.social perform the hauntingly beautiful #BlazingSky by #ComposerLiamBates for all children in conflict zones. Powerful.

Today is the 3rd anniversary of Woodlock Hall today opening on All Hallows Campus! It’s become a favourite spot for students seeking a peaceful, quiet study environment. And don’t forget – it’s open until 9pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays for late night study sessions!

Ann Marie Farrell & I enjoyed recording this episiode of #teaforteaching & for more on #teaching&learning in large classes in #highereducation see bit.ly/2DW1wOW #PHELC supporting those who teach and support teaching & learning @dcuioe.bsky.social @dcucreate.bsky.social @annelooney.bsky.social